Dear GRRF Friends:  We currently have these "Golden Hearts"

available for adoption. Click on a dog photo for more information, our

fees, some questions for you to answer at home (Are you ready?) and the

adoption application.

If you are interested in or have questions about any of these dogs, please contact our Adoption Coordinator at: info@grrf.org

I'M AVAILABLE = Up for adoption.

I'M ON TRIAL = I am at a home with a prospective family on 1-2 week trial

I'M ADOPTED = My trial was a huge success and I have a new home!

                  You can see me on the HAPPY ENDINGS page.

       CLICK ON THE DOGS NAME OR PHOTO FOR MORE INFO!!

LOST DOG

PLEASE HELP!!!!!

**REWARD**

BUDDY - Big,5 yr old, neutered male, yellow Lab.  Missing 5/25/09 from petsitters off Farmers Loop. Has a tattoo in right ear and an AVID microchip. 

LULU was Stella - 6 month old, spayed black Lab from Taku area off Airport.  Missing 6/4/09.  Got out of her yard with her new collar but no tags on. Has a tattoo in right ear and AVID microchip.

LULU WAS FOUND and is save at home!!!!

**REWARD**

If you have any information

please call Susan at 388-3477 or Animal Control at 459-1451

These were adopted GRRF dogs and they are extremely loved and their owners desperately want them home.  Please help!!

BUDDY (DUDLEY)

I'M AVAILABLE!!

5yr old, male, purebred chocolate Labrador Retriever.  Was adopted from GRRF Nov 08.  He originally came from a military family that the husband got deployed and the wife was pregnant and could not care for him.  The family that adopted Dudley 2 (to GRRF) does 't have the time they thought they would.  He loves to play and needs a home that can give Buddy the time and exercise he needs. Buddy gets along with other dogs well.

GINGER 8 (SCOTCH)

I'M AVAILABLE!!

3-4 year old, spayed female, Golden Retriever cross (maybe Australian Shep).  Very well behaved in the house.  Loves to go for walks.  Can jump a fence if left unattended.  Gets along with most dogs and some cats. She likes to chase cats but means them no harm.  Her foster mom has two cats. Knows basic commands. 

KIPPER

I'M ON TRIAL!!

16 week old, neutered male, Lab/Husky pup. Very calm and kind.  Easy going and well behaved pup.  Is crate trained and almost completely housebroken.  Is learning basic puppy commands and is very smart!

UTAH

BY REFERRAL

I'M ON TRIAL!!

(We had many responses for Utah because of the special airing on CLear Channel.  Thank you so much Clear Channel and Missy!!)

  3.5 year old male blue Weimaraner. Needs an ACTIVE home and a loving family. He is good alone at home but he has separation anxiety and needs further crate training. Knows basic commands and is good with kids, adults, and other dogs. Needs and loves close contact. Has an abusive background that he has largely recovered from but would be better in a home with no more than one other dog and experienced and active dog owners. If interested please don't hesitate to call and get more information. 388-3477

SCARLETT

I'M ADOPTED!!

Scarlett is an estimated 3 yr old, spayed female Golden Retriever crossed with possibly Australian Shep.  She was a stray from a shelter out of town.  She is only 40 pounds and light framed.  Scarlett is a very calm and sweet natured dog.  She does not know many commands but is learning very quickly. She is crate trained and loves the company of other dogs.  Scarlett is very good in the house and is very loving.

TOBY

I'M ON TRIAL!!

3 1/2 yr old Golden Retriever cross.  Toby was turned into the shelter because his owner is moving.  He looks mostly all golden but he is huge.  106 pounds and not an ounce of fat.  Just a big boy.  Toby is kind but active. Toby calms down quickly and is very settled in the house.  He loves to play with other dogs but has some issues about being left for extended periods of time alone.  We are looking for a home that can come home half days and not leave Toby all day alone. It stresses him as he adores who he is with and is extremely affectionate and loyal. 

KELSEY 2

I'M ADOPTED!!

Kelsey 2 is a estimated 6 yr old, spayed yellow Labrador Retriever.  She was a stray at the Matsu Shelter.  She is an athletic lab that loves to ride in the car and do lab things.  She has had some training and settles in the house well.

"Cute athletic blonde, seeks experienced lab owner!”

ZOE 2

I'M ADOPTED!!

6 month old, spayed female, Golden Retriever.  Was too playful and rough with small children.  Active but very soft minded.  Lovely young retriever.   Very respectful and appeasing to other dogs. Mouths a little and tries desperately to please.  Is crate trained and learning basic obedience. 

TEDDY (DOREN)

I'M ADOPTED!!

Teddy is a 6-7 year old, neutered male, Golden Retriever/Sheltie cross.  From the local Animal Shelter.  His old owner was moving and could not take him.  He has had a shave and his coat has not recovered.  He is very overweight and has a thyroid condition and is being started on thyroid supplements.  Teddy is excellent with other pets and small children.  He is extremely patient and kind.  Very sweet natured dog!!!

ROCKY

I'M ADOPTED!!

9 month old, soon to be neutered purebred Golden Retriever.  No papers.  Is light gold in color.  Was a stray at the shelter but his owner came and relinquished him. They did not have the time he requires. He is a big puppy. He is crate trained and knows sit.  Is learning leash manners and recall.  Has severe kennel cough and is foster care taking medication.  He will be available in a week or two.  Tall and handsome. Needs a home that has the time and commitment to continue his training and exercise him. 

KIANA

I'M ADOPTED!!

11 year old, Golden Retriever,

spayed female.  Very overweight but on a diet plan.  Kiana is very playful with other dogs and is a joy to be around. She has had her thyroid checked and is normal. She is currently being treated for ear infections.  She is easy to work with and a dream to be around.  Lovely dog!!

By Referral

I'M ADOPTED

SHADOW - Young, neutered male Golden Retriever.  In Anchorage area.  Call 388-3477 for more details and we can forward to rescue person in Anchorage helping this family. Owners feel they don't have the time and energy dog requires but want to keep him until they find just the right home.  Gorgeous young boy.

Needs active family and one that can take him to obedience classes.

SASHA CHLOE

I'M ADOPTED!!

(picture soon)

1 1/2 yr old, female, soon to be spayed, Golden Retriever cross.

Recently had puppies 9 weeks ago.  Was caught by neighbor dog pitbull crosses.  Breeder could not care for mom anymore.  Had severe kennel cough.  Is better now and doing well. 

Is light gold and looks mostly golden.  Is learning basic commands.  Sweet disposition and loves to play with other dogs. 

EDWARD

I'M ADOPTED!!

Brother to Alice

ALICE

I'M ADOPTED!!

Pictures taken at 6 weeks of age Pups are now 9 weeks. Will be ready to go after April 27th.

Mom was a silver Lab and dad was most likely a lab/husky.  Pups came from Galena at 4 weeks of age.

JASPER

I'M ADOPTED!

Brother to Alice

BELLA

I'M ADOPTED!!

Sister to Alice

EMMET

I'M ADOPTED!!

Brother to Alice

ROSALEE

I'M ADOPTED!!

Sister to Alice

RUSTY 6/ RUSS

I'M ADOPTED!!

Rusty was adopted last year and has done very well but due to a family separation, Rusty is in need of a new home.  His old owner is fostering him until a permanent home is found for him.  Rust

CHENA

I'M ADOPTED!!

7-8 month old, soon to be spayed female, black Lab.  From local Animal Shelter.  Is a small and very calm Lab for her age. 

RICO

I'M ADOPTED!!

9 month old, neutered male purebred yellow Labrador Ret.  Big and still growing!  Very goofy and kind.  His hips have been x-rayed and look great.  Knows basic commands and is crate trained.

CLEO

I'M ADOPTED!!

1 1/2 yr old, spayed female, Lab/Dalmatian cross.  Is a return from the litter we placed in 8/07.  Cleo loves children but likes to chew some toys.  She knows basic commands and is extremely friendly and loving.  Needs a home with time to play and exercise her.  Smaller size at 54 pounds. Fun dog!!

OLIVIA

I'M ADOPTED!!

1 year old, soon to be spayed, yellow Labrador Retriever. She came from the Matsu Animal Shelter in Palmer where she was staying with her 8 seven week old black retriever looking pups.  All her pups were getting adopted but no one was looking at Olivia. GRRF volunteers visiting the shelter were mesmerized by her.  She was great in the hotel and now is in fostercare in Fairbanks and is great with other dogs and would be a great kids dog.

PUNKIN

I'M ADOPTED!!

5-6 yr old neutered male, Golden Retriever.  Knows all basic commands.  Great dog!  Playful and gets along very well with other dogs.  Likes to chase cats.  Great with children but nervous with toddlers, so older children would be best. 

KELSO

I'M ADOPTED!!

6 month old, neutered male,

Retriever/husky cross from

Galena.  Smart, outgoing and

very friendly.  Loves other dogs.

CHEWIE 2

I'M ADOPTED!!

*Medical Issues*

4 1/2 yr old, neutered Golden Retriever.  Has some renal or kidney issues. Is being evaluated in foster care and getting checked at Aurora Animal Clinic. Is getting six weeks of antibiotics and regular blood work to determine why he has elevated kidney values on his blood work. He is on a special diet of Hills K/D and does well.  Is a very outgoing and friendly golden. 

Will do updates to inform about his progress. Has a lot of personality and appears otherwise very healthy and outgoing. 

CHEWIE 3

I'M ADOPTED!!

8-9 year old, neutered male, black Labrador Retriever.  Very kind.  Owners cannot keep.  Gets long with other dogs and know basic commands.  Very sweet calm Lab. He has had a complete Vet. check and is in excellent health. 

TRACY

I'M ADOPTED!!

 2yr old, soon to be spayed, female black Lab.  Small in size. Only 47 pounds.  Very sweet and friendly.  Knows some commands. Gets along very well with other dogs and cats. Was a stray from local Animal Shelter.  They adored her and Tracy amazing stayed for one month and no one adopted her! This is a great little lab!  Thank you FNSB Animal Shelter for keeping her so long and contacting us.

WINNIE

I'M ADOPTED!!

Black lab cross. Was only 6 weeks when arrived.  Came from rescue in Delta.  Very outgoing and confident pup.  Loads of personality. Very smart and learns quickly.  Will be a small lab.

I had Parvo but recovered quickly and I am now very healthy and ready to be adopted.  I am now spayed, microchipped and tattooed.

I am now 10 weeks old and know some puppy obedience.  I am crate trained and nearly housebroke.  

DAKOTA

I'M ADOPTED!!

12 week old, female Lab/Golden Retriever cross.  Was returned to the local Animal Shelter because they didn't have time for.  Very kind and calm.

KONA

I'M ADOPTED!!

7 month old, soon to be spayed, female Golden Retriever.  Was a stray at our local animal shelter along with her brother who is already on trial.  Very sweet with a very heavy coat.  Is learning how to be inside and learning basic commands.

BOOMER

I'M ADOPTED!!

(picture soon)

Brother to Kona.  Looks just like her but bigger.

ABBY

I'M ADOPTED!!

Abby is a 5 year old, spayed female black Labrador Retriever.  She looks purebred and is in great shape.  She was relinquished to our local animal shelter by her owner who could no longer care for her. 

FELTON

I'M ADOPTED!!

4-5 month old, male Golden Retriever cross. He came from the Kenai shelter and is now in temporary foster care in Anchorage. He will be coming to Fairbanks to get his vet exam and neutered this week. 

J.D.

I'M ADOPTED!!

(Picture soon)

J.D. is a 6 month old, neutered male, dark Golden Retriever.  He is the brother to Jaime, Carlton, Sherman and gang at the bottom of the page.  He is learning basic commands.  He is crate trained and gets along with some dogs.  Due to a lack of social skills J.D. will need some continuing work.  He is very sweet but cannot be with smaller animals.  He has a high prey drive and plays way too rough. Larger animals are just fine.

STELLA

I'M ADOPTED!!

9 week old, spayed female, purebred black Lab.  (no papers)

Stella came from Nome and is the sister to Bonnie and Clyde.  She was left at the shelter in Nome and has an injured growth plate in her right knee. She is very playful and gets around just fine.  We are having in town Vets and the specialists in Anchorage look at her x-rays to see if she may need surgery or not.  We will have an update within the week.  Stella is crate trained and sleeps through the night. She is a sweet little lab with loads of personality.

BONNIE

I'M ADOPTED!

Arrived two weeks ago from Nome Shelter at only 5 weeks of age. 

Will stay in foster care until 7-8 weeks. Born Thanksgiving day.  Both parents were Labs.

CLYDE

I'M ADOPTED!

Brother to Bonnie.

Very calm and easygoing pups.

ETHAN

I'M ADOPTED!!

4-5 year old, neutered male

Golden Retriever.  Was a stray

at local Animal Control.  Has old injury to left hip. Will get surgery in spring.  Has been an outside dog but in fostercare thoroughly enjoys the luxuries of being in the house and around people. Ethan's new home is with a wonderful Golden person that will be home all day and is so looking for forward to having the adoring and loving company of Ethan.

RALPHIE

I'M ADOPTED!!

1.5yr old, neuter male, German

Wirehair Pointer/Lab.

Very friendly and happy go lucky!

Good with other pets and kids.

ROBERT

I'M ADOPTED!!

1 yr old, neutered male, black Labrador.  He came from Tok where he was an outside dog that the neighbors talked the owner into placing him in a home where he could get more attention.  A kind lady drove him to Fairbanks and to GRRF.  Robert is very sweet and had stayed with her friend as an inside dog for the past few weeks and he was hooked.  He was perfect in foster care and was adopted very quickly.  He is just a great dog!

LADY 9 (the ninth Lady we've had)

I'M ADOPTED!!

1 yr old, spayed female, Golden Retriever cross.  Looks like a little golden.  Only weighs 42 pounds.  Loves kids and other dogs. Learning manners and basic obedience.  Is crate trained and doing very well.  Lovely little girl!!

WILLIE

I'M ADOPTED!!

1yr old, neuter male,

Labrador cross. Small little lab.

Was a trap victim from Glen allen.

Very friendly and very sweet.

Excellent manners.

Had his right paw amputated and is healing now.  Gets around great and loves to play with other dogs.

ALLY

I'M ADOPTED!!

Young adult Golden Retriever from local animal shelter was a stray.  Very shy and kind. Spayed female.