Looking for a golden retriever rescue in Virginia?
In this article, you’ll find the top golden retriever rescues in Virginia, plus a few in nearby states.
You’ll also get some other tips to help you find a rescue golden (they can be hard to find!), as well as some tips for what to do when you finally bring them home.
Let’s dive in!
Virginia Golden Retriever Rescues
Here’s a list of golden retriever rescues in Virginia in alphabetical order:
GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue, Education, And Training)
Location: Merrifield
Website: grreat.org
SEVA GRREAT (Southeastern Virginia Golden Retriever Rescue, Education And Training)
Location: Yorktown
Website: adoptagolden.com
Nearby Golden Retriever Rescues
Although there are only two golden retriever rescues in Virginia, here are links to golden retriever rescues in nearby states:
- Golden retriever rescues in West Virginia
- Golden retriever rescues in North Carolina
- Golden retriever rescues in Maryland
- Golden retriever rescues in South Carolina
Other Ways To Find A Rescue Golden Retriever
The good news for golden retrievers is that there aren’t many goldens without a home that need to be adopted — the demand is greater than the supply.
Of course, that’s not so great news for those that want to adopt a golden!
But if the rescues don’t have any goldens available, here are two other ways to find goldens in need of a home:
The first way is to join your local golden retriever Facebook groups.
Sometimes people that can no longer keep their goldens will post in these groups asking if anyone can take them in.
These reasons can often include changes to the family, current family members didn’t get along with the new pup, or other unfortunate circumstances.
The other way is to get in contact with your local golden retriever club.
People may reach out to them if they need to surrender their dog, or some of the members might know someone who has a golden they need to give up.
This may be a long shot, but if you’re patient and determined to rescue a golden, it could be worth it.
And speaking of golden retriever clubs, when you do get your golden retriever, they can be a great resource for you.
Virginia Golden Retriever Clubs
Golden retriever clubs can be helpful for golden retriever owners because you can meet other golden retriever parents and get advice and tips from them, you can join activities and events with other goldens, and you can get referrals for places like vets, groomers, and doggy daycares.
The nearest golden retriever club to Virginia is the Potomac Valley Golden Retriever Club in Washington, D.C.
Golden Retriever Resources & Tips
If you’re unsure about getting a golden retriever, or if you’re wanting more information, check out these articles:
- The Complete Guide To Golden Retrievers (Puppies, Price, Facts, Shedding & More)
- Best Food For Adult Golden Retrievers (And What Not To Feed Them)
- How To Groom Your Golden Retriever (To Keep Them Healthy & Beautiful)
- How Much Do Golden Retrievers Cost? (Initial Price & Yearly Costs)
- 63 Golden Retriever Facts You (Probably) Didn’t Know
- 17 Tips To Manage Golden Retriever Shedding (& Keep Your House Clean)
Here’s a list of everything you need for a Golden Retriever, and you can click here for a list of Golden Retriever rescues in every state.
Conclusion
It’s so great that you’re looking to adopt a golden retriever!
But whether you adopt a golden or another breed, you’re doing a great thing by giving a dog in need a loving home.
Have any questions about adopting a golden?
Did we miss your favorite Virginia golden retriever rescue?
Let us know down in the comments!
And if you’re looking for more information about golden retrievers, you’ll love our Complete Guide To Golden Retrievers.
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