Based out of Arvada, Colorado, Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies was founded in 1996 to help rescue, rehab and place unwanted, abandoned or surrendered Golden Retrievers into loving forever homes. They rehome approximately 300 Golden Retrievers annually .
Not only does the nonprofit provide new homes for the Goldens, but they also work to educate the public on the importance of researching dog breeds and breeders before purchasing a pet. This outreach works to hopefully prevent dogs being abandoned at shelters.
Additionally, the nonprofit runs a special program called Golden Angel. Judi Servoss, the president of Golden Retriever Rescue, explains its impact: “The Golden Angel program helps Golden Retrievers in need of extraordinary medical care. Some Goldens require special medications, treatments or surgeries for acute or chronic conditions resulting from birth defects, accidents or disease, such as hip dysplasia, heart problems, allergies, heartworm, orthopedic problems, eye diseases, or infections. Others may need significant behavioral rehab or socialization due to abuse or neglect, before they can be adopted.