🍂 Fall Spotlight: From Our Board of Directors 📋

Dear GGRLC Friends,

2025 has already been a golden year—literally! We’ve joyfully welcomed 23 beautiful Goldens into our care, and 21 of them are now living their best lives in forever homes filled with love, belly rubs, and squeaky toys. This incredible progress wouldn’t be possible without our amazing new fosters, who opened their hearts and homes to make these happy endings a reality.

As adoption applications continue to pour in faster than pups arrive, we’re carefully working through our approved adopter list to ensure every Golden finds the perfect match. Your patience and support mean the world to us—and to the dogs waiting for their turn to shine.

💛 This season also brought a bittersweet farewell to Donut, a treasured permanent foster in our Golden Guardian Program. His days were filled with love, dignity, and the gentle care of a devoted foster family. We honor his legacy with a touching tribute in this issue—a reminder of the deep bonds that make our mission so meaningful.

🎉 And the excitement doesn’t stop there! We’re gearing up for two tail-wagging events:

Cartober: A fun and festive online fundraiser to fuel the medical care our Goldens need.
Fall 2025 GGR Golden Retriever Meet-up: A celebration of community, connection, and of course—Goldens galore!

This newsletter is packed with ways to get involved—from volunteering and fostering to expert tips and heartwarming stories. Don’t forget to share it with fellow dog lovers and help spread the Golden joy!

Wishing you and your furry companions a season full of snuggles, sunshine, and unforgettable moments. 🐶🍁

With gratitude,

The GGRLC Board

Dennis and his wife, Susan, moved to Charleston from the Midwest in 2016 after retiring. The following year, they adopted their first Golden Retriever, Tripp, from GGRLC. Sadly, Tripp passed away in 2019 due to a fast-moving cancer.

Despite the loss, Dennis continued volunteering at events, became a foster, and eventually took on the role of Home Visit Coordinator. During this time, he fostered a dog named Lily, whom he adopted in 2020. Lily turned seven this August.

As GGRLC’s Home Visit Coordinator, Dennis leads a dedicated team of volunteers who process approximately 150 adoption and foster applications each year. They coordinate home visits and connect with families to ensure successful placements. Covering a wide area—from Myrtle Beach in the north to Savannah, Georgia in the south, and as far west as Columbia—can be challenging. But for Dennis and his team, being part of this mission and giving every Golden a fresh start is deeply rewarding.

Thank you, Dennis, for your tireless dedication, compassion, and the countless lives you've helped transform—both human and canine. Your work truly makes a difference.

Life of Love: Honoring Our Beloved Donut

🌈 With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to sweet Donut, a cherished permanent foster in our Golden Guardians Program.

Donut brought quiet joy and gentle love to those around him. He was deeply loved and will be dearly missed.

Kathy Jo let us know that Donut had a difficult night and his legs gave out. We asked her to take him to the vet, where they began palliative care to manage his pain with medication. She was able to keep him comfortable for a day or so, but sadly, his pain became unmanageable. Kathy Jo made arrangements for him to cross the bridge on August 22nd so he would not suffer.

She shared this: "Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts! Donut is resting easy and I can only imagine getting an eyeful of the most beautiful rainbow! He was a sweet pup and we were happy to enjoy his love and companionship for 2 1/2 years. Thank you for all that you all and grateful Goldens has done for all of us. ❤️🐾”

We are so thankful to Kathy Jo and her family for giving Donut a warm, caring home. Their love gave him peace, comfort, and the golden life he deserved.

“Run free, sweet Donut, at the Rainbow Bridge.” 💛

Cartober is Just Around the Corner!

🚗 Turn Your Car into a Vehicle for Change This Fall!

This Cartober, you can make a life-changing impact for rescued Golden Retrievers—just by donating your unwanted vehicle! This year, we’re participating in Cartober – a national campaign that raises awareness around this powerful means of giving.

Whether it’s a car, truck, motorcycle, RV, or boat, your gift can help Grateful Goldens Rescue of the Low Country (GGRLC) raise thousands to support the care and rehoming of these beloved dogs.

💛 It’s easy. It’s free. And it makes a difference.

Plus, thanks to a new BBB tax benefit, non-itemizers can now deduct up to $1,000 for vehicle donations!

Ready to drive change? Visit our CARS Donation page and be a hero to a Golden in need.

Get Ready for a Tail-Wagging Good Time!

Golden lovers, mark your calendars—Saturday, Oct. 18th, 2025 is the GGR Low Country Golden Retriever Meet-Up at Hobcaw Brewing Co. in Mt. Pleasant (1–4 PM)!

Picture this: a crisp fall afternoon under the oaks, wagging tails, smiling faces, and cold craft brews. Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to the Golden magic, this paw-ty is for YOU!

What’s waiting for you:

• Meet lovable Goldens (some adoptable!) 🐕
• Sip local brews 🍻

• Great bites from a local food truck 🚐
• Win prizes in our raffle 🎫
• Best Pup costume award 🏆
• Talented photographer on site 📷
• First 25 online registrants get a GGR swag bag! 🛍

👉 Register here to skip the line and be part of the magic! 🐕

Can’t attend? Donate online to support rescued Goldens. Honor a lost pet with a pawprint on our Remembrance Tree.

Let’s make this 10th meet-up the most heartwarming yet. See you under the oaks!

The Ultimate Guide to Doing Your Pet’s Laundry

By: Lizz Caputo

Discover expert pet laundry tips for a fresher home! Sort wisely, choose gentle detergents, and maintain a healthier environment with our do's and don'ts.

The days are getting longer - finally! As spring creeps up on the horizon, I take a look around my space, aka the winter hibernation den my dog and I call home. I need a fresh start, the thought enters my mind as I grab the long-lost Swiffer out of my closet.

Should I be doing a deep clean more than once per year? Probably! But what better time to start than spring? If you're a pet parent especially, your copilot's bedding, toys, and even clothing almost certainly need a thorough scrub.

Some of us need help in the laundry department, or maybe just a light refresher when it comes to pet laundry do's and don'ts. We've compiled the ultimate guide to ensure your pet's items are as fresh and clean as a daisy, so you can sit back and cuddle in a healthier, fresher-smelling abode and enjoy the emerging sunshine.

Help! How do I do my pet's laundry?

Pet laundry do's

When it comes to washing your pet's stinky stanky belongings, here are some tried and true general tips to follow:

🤓 The Reading Corner 📚

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

GGRLC Tip 💡

🎶🐾 Set the Relaxation Mood! 🐾🎶

Does your dog get anxious when you leave the house—or even when you're just in the next room? You’re not alone, and there’s a simple way to help soothe their stress: music.

Studies show that calming music can ease anxiety in pets, and thanks to Pandora’s free Dog Music channels—like Dog Music Channel and Dog Music Jukebox—you can create a peaceful atmosphere with just a few clicks.

🏡 Working from home? Keep the volume low and let the gentle tunes work their magic. You’ll notice your pup relaxing nearby, and you might even find your own stress melting away. It’s a win-win for productivity and peace.

Whether you're stepping out or settling in, let music be the comfort your dog needs. Because a calm home is a happy home—for both of you.

#ZenForYourPet #DogWellness #GratefulGoldens #GGRLC #PandoraDogMusic #RelaxTogether

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
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 2nd Quarter Donations totaled $24.74 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 the Heart of Rescue

We’re thrilled to share our newest video from Grateful Goldens Rescue of the Low Country! 💛 Whether you're dreaming of adopting, curious about fostering, or ready to lend a helping paw as a volunteer—this video is for you.

🐾 Watch how love, second chances, and wagging tails come together to change lives. ✨ Your support makes this magic possible.

👉 Please enjoy this heartfelt glimpse into the joy of Adoption, Fostering, and Volunteering with GGRLC!

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