Our Rescue
Mission
Golden Retriever Rescue of Atlanta (GRRA) is an all-volunteer, tax-deductible IRS 501(c)(3) charitable organization. We are dedicated to rescuing golden retrievers and “golden at heart” dogs in need. GRRA is committed to provide each dog with essential care, while transitioning into their new forever homes. We serve Georgia as well as the surrounding states.
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We work tirelessly to house all dogs, match them with a family, nurture and provide all needed medication for those in our care, especially those with significant medical needs. Please consider donating or volunteering with GRRA and give back some love that goldens have given us.
ABOUT GRRA
Our History
Golden Retriever Rescue of Atlanta (GRRA) is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to saving Golden and Labrador Retrievers that are in need of new forever homes. Started in 1991, Golden Retriever Rescue of Atlanta is registered with the State of Georgia and is licensed by the State Agriculture Department as an animal shelter and rescue group.
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Golden Retriever Rescue places the most Golden Retrievers than any other rescue in the southeastern US and is ranked 5th in the nation according to the National Association of Golden Retriever Rescues. GRRA is also the oldest Golden Rescue in Georgia.
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There are no paid officers or members within GRRA. Volunteers staff the myriad of functions associated with running the complex day-to-day operations of a dog rescue.
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The GRRA Rescue team works closely with Georgia animal control organizations to save Golden Retrievers that have found themselves in shelters. We also accept Golden Retrievers from owners and breeders who are no longer able to provide the attention and/or care the dogs deserve.
The GRRA Foster team is a network of volunteers who generously provide the shelter, care, training, and love these dogs need in preparation for adoption. GRRA also ensures that necessary medical care for each dog is provided before they are adopted.
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The GRRA Placement team supports the applicants wishing to adopt a GRRA rescue dog. They conduct interviews, arrange for home checks, and help facilitate the best matches between humans and dogs.
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Other GRRA volunteers fulfill a variety of essential roles, supporting voicemail, e-mail, administration, accounting, transportation, medical care, technology, fundraising, membership, newsletters, Meet and Greet Day, and countless other vital functions.
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Our all-volunteer Board of Directors provides both tactical and strategic support to the GRRA volunteers, members, and rescue dogs.
AWARDS
Recognition
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