🌼Spring Spotlight: From Our Board of Directors 📋

Spring is here, and with it comes a fresh season of hope and new beginnings for our Goldens.

In 2025, we welcomed 27 dogs into rescue and found loving homes for 26 of them. We also said goodbye to three of our cherished permanent fosters—Noah, Pope, and Donut—who were deeply loved. Today, our Golden Guardian Program continues to support three permanent fosters: Duke, Frances Grace, and Bentley.

After a quiet December, the new year brought a wave of beautiful Goldens needing our help. As foster homes open, we’re working quickly to bring them safely into rescue.

We also had a wonderful weekend at SEWE. Crowds filled the event, our booth stayed busy, and our dogs brought smiles to so many visitors. Thanks to your generosity, we received several meaningful donations that will directly support our mission.

Looking ahead, we’re excited for our Spring 2026 GGR Low Country Golden Retriever Meet‑Up on Saturday, April 25th at Hobcaw Brewing Company. You’ll find more details in the newsletter below—we hope to see you there.

Inside this edition, you’ll discover ways to support our work, volunteer, foster, learn helpful tips, and enjoy inspiring rescue stories. Please share it with fellow dog lovers and help us spread the Golden joy.

From our hearts to yours, we wish you and your furry companions a warm and Happy Easter.

With deep gratitude,

The GGRLC Board

🦅Photo Highlights from SEWE 🐕

🌟 SEWE 2026 was everything we love about this community—joyful, lively, and full of heart. From kids bonding with our sweet Goldens to families stopping by our booth to learn about adopting, fostering, or volunteering, the day was packed with smiles and wagging tails. Our volunteers shined as they shared stories, answered questions, and helped spread the mission of Grateful Goldens Rescue. With friendly dogs, excited visitors, and even a surprise mascot moment, the event was a beautiful reminder of how much magic happens when people come together to support animals in need. We’re grateful for every person who stopped by and made the day unforgettable.

Upcoming Event

🌼 Come Join Us at Our Spring Golden Retriever Meet‑Up!

We’re excited to welcome you and your Goldens to our Spring 2026 GGR Low Country Golden Retriever Meet‑Up on Saturday, April 25th, from 1–4 PM at Hobcaw Brewing Co. in Mt. Pleasant.

This is one of our happiest gatherings of the year — a chance to enjoy great people, joyful pups, craft beer, sunshine, raffle fun, and the wonderful Golden community that makes our rescue so special. Your participation helps support the medical care and second chances our Goldens depend on.

To make your arrival quick and easy, you can pre‑register ahead of time. It only takes a moment and will save you time at check‑in so you can get right to the fun.

👉Click here to register!

Bring your Golden, bring a friend, and come share an afternoon filled with wagging tails and warm smiles. We can’t wait to see you there 💛🐾

💛 Lend Your Talents to Help More Goldens

Our rescue is growing, and we need a few passionate, creative, and organized volunteers to help us keep that momentum going. If you’ve ever wanted to make an even bigger impact, now is the perfect moment to step in. Whether you’re drawn to shaping our story as a Website Editor, amplifying our mission as a Social Media Editor, crafting heartfelt updates as a Newsletter Editor, or bringing people and pups together as an Event Coordinator, your talents can truly move the needle for the Goldens who depend on us. These roles aren’t just tasks — they’re opportunities to strengthen our community, inspire supporters, and help save more lives. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get more involved, this is it. We have the latest tools to assist you!

• Website Editor – Help keep our online home fresh, informative, and welcoming for adopters, fosters, and supporters. Familiar with Wix website helpful.

• Social Media Editor – Share heartwarming stories, updates, and adoptable Goldens to grow our community and inspire engagement. Know your way around Facebook and Instagram? Great!

• Newsletter Editor – Craft meaningful quarterly updates that celebrate our wins, spotlight our dogs, and keep supporters connected.

• Event Coordinator – Bring people and pups together by helping plan and organize fun, mission‑driven events throughout the year.

We’d be thrilled to have you on the team. Contact us now at [email protected] to get started!

Signs and Symptoms of Allergies in Dogs (Golden Retriever Edition)

Published June 25, 2025 | Dr. Nabeel A. | courtesy of Golden Treasures

Dog allergies are more common than most owners realize, especially in affectionate, energetic breeds like golden retrievers. From itchy skin to chronic ear infections, signs and symptoms of allergies in dogs can vary greatly and often go unnoticed until they become severe. The Golden retrievers are potentially prone to allergies due to their genetic makeup, coat texture, and lifestyle. As a result, they often suffer from a variety of allergy-related issues, from sneezing and licking to digestive issues and irritation. However, since not all reactions are immediate or obvious, it’s important for dog owners to know what to look out for.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover the most common signs and symptoms of allergies in dogs, especially in golden retrievers. Along with learning how to identify allergy responses early and what to do if your golden retriever exhibits symptoms, you will also learn about environmental and dietary factors. Whether you’re a new dog owner or a seasoned Golden Retriever lover, this blog will give you the tools to help keep your pup comfortable, healthy, and allergy-free.

Read more

🤓 The Reading Corner 📚 

Here are two recommended books ~ one for adults and another for children. 📖

GGRLC Tip 💡

 The Ultimate One-Ingredient Treat

When you want a treat that even the pickiest pups and kitties can’t resist, freeze‑dried liver is the undisputed champion. This single‑ingredient wonder is naturally packed with protein and essential vitamins, making it as nutritious as it is irresistible. Its soft, crumbly texture lets you break it into perfect training bites, and the rich aroma turns every reward into a moment of pure joy for your four‑legged friends. Available at Sam's Club Online.

   🐾 Ways You Can Help GGRLC 🐾

• Volunteer - there are so many ways you can help, especially fostering!

• Hearts of Gold ~  "In Honor of " or "In Memory of" a special someone or pet

• Shop in the GGRLC Store Golden apparel for everyone

• Shop in the GGRLC's Golden Treats Shop for amazing chocolates and candies

• Sign up for iGive and Walmart Spark - round up your payment - it all adds up!

• Walk for a Dog Wooftrax

• Sign up for Kroger Community Rewards - 2025 3rd Quarter Donations totaled $50.26 by 10 families

• Check if your Employer has a Matching Gift Program  - We've seen a real increase in employer matching donations - Thank You! 👏

• DONATE to help with the medical expenses of our Goldens and Golden mixes.

• Donate a Vehicle - We are now a partner of the CARS Donation Program. CARS makes donating your vehicles (running or not) including cars, trucks, trailers, boats, RVs, motorcycles, campers, off-road vehicles, planes, heavy equipment, farm machinery, and most other motorized vehicles easy.

• Did You Know? Many supporters give stock and grants from Donor Advised funds or make a Qualified Charitable Distribution, all of which are more “tax-smart” than giving cash. To learn more about these types of charitable vehicles, click here.

THANK YOU! ❤🐾

Meet our new GGRLC Alums!

Congratulations to our newest GGRLC adopted dogs of 2026!

Our hearts are overflowing with joy for each of these beautiful Goldens who have found the loving families they were meant to have. To their adopters — thank you for opening your hearts and homes, for believing in second chances, and for giving these deserving pups the opportunity to live the true Golden Life. Your love changes everything, and we are so grateful. 💛🐾

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