GRIN tries to make every effort to keep this page current and up to date. Please keep in mind that by the time you submit an application and are going through the approval process, some of dogs pictured below may already be in the process of meeting and being adopted by other approved applicants.

The average ages of our rescued Goldens are 6-10 years of age, however GRIN does occasionally receive younger dogs that are in need of a home.  If you are interested in adopting a young dog, please do not wait until you see one on our website to apply for adoption.  Our approval process takes approximately 2-4 weeks to complete and by the time you have been approved for adoption, the younger dog will have already been placed into a loving home. Please start the application process now so that you can be on a waiting list for when GRIN does have younger dogs available.

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Gender: Male  Age:  2 years old

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Meet Neptune, a sweet young soul who embodies bravery and curiosity. Neptune is the epitome of friendliness, his tail wags at the sight of both familiar and new faces, and he loves nothing more than to engage in social interactions. He's a quick learner, always eager to explore and understand the world around him. His curiosity, paired with his sweet disposition, makes him a perfect companion. This friendly boy is doing well in his foster-to-adopt home. Fostering is a great way to meet the perfect friend! Check the application parameters on GRIN's website. You could find a a loyal, loving, and adventurous companion like Neptune!

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Foster Update: 8/6/24

Neptune is in his final phase of recovery from ACL surgery.  He is going on short walks where he is learning to walk on a leash and is allowed more active playtime with his foster mom in the yard. Neptune likes one on one time with his foster family and makes them laugh when he turns his head when he hears them talking! He wakes up slowing in the mornings and wants to be fed at his own pace, which is shocking to his ravenous foster brothers! Neptune likes a good nap, but can be high energy as well. He loves to ride in the car, but doesn't understand why he isn't in the front seat as he knows he's in charge. Neptune is a good pup and is ready for his forever home!

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Foster Update: 6/25/24

Neptune is doing well post recovery from ACL surgery. He is a happy boy and very inquisitive with his nose taking in every smell! Neptune will do best in a single dog home and is ready to give and receive a lot of love and attention from his new family. He is a high energy pup at times, but also has times when he chills. Neptune is a smart boy who shows off his paw shake, sit, down, and wait to eat. At bedtime, he also goes to his dog bed and handsomely poses laying down patiently waiting for his treat!

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Common Questions and Answers

I’m not in your adoption territory, will you make an exception?
Unfortunately, we are limited to where we have volunteers to support our activities. GRIN’s adoption process includes a home visit, and we must remain in the area in which our home visit volunteers are willing to travel. For a Golden rescue in your area, please visit Golden Retriever Rescue Network.
I'm an approved applicant.  Can I pick my own dog?
Now that you have applied for a GRIN dog, we trust you like and understand the Golden Retriever and are knowledgeable about the breed’s needs. That being said, here are some reasons why we discourage approved applicants from “picking out” a dog…
Is GRIN looking for foster homes?
Yes, we are always looking for foster homes. Foster homes provide our Goldens the great start they need on their way to new lives. These homes provide the love, care, training and confidence that will help a dog adjust to a new environment. Without foster homes we are limited in the number of Goldens we can take into our program. It is an extremely fulfilling opportunity and yes it is sad when they go but what joy it brings to know what a difference you made in that dog’s life.
I have previously adopted from GRIN, do I need to fill out an application or can you use my old application?
If your application is over 18 months old we would ask that you complete a new application to ensure we have the most current information on file about you and your household.
Does GRIN require a fence?
GRIN does require a fence for all dogs under 6 years of age. This rule was implemented after a number of incidents that put the safety of our dogs at risk. Some dogs come to us as strays or frightened and can be a flight risk.
Why are the adoption fees so much higher than shelters?
Before being adopted out GRIN provides all of the necessary medical care including vaccinations, spay/neuter, and treatment for various medical or behavioral issues. GRIN spends an average of $1,200 per dog.
Why haven’t I been contacted for my phone interview or home visit yet?
GRIN is a 100% volunteer organization. We are all volunteers and have jobs, families and outside commitments. If you feel your application has gone too long without contact, please visit our contact information section to make outreach to the applications team.
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