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My name is Hamilton!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated 19 hours ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Home Check

3

Approve Application

4

Meet the Pet

5

Take the Pet Home

6

Pay Fee

My basic info

Breed
Labrador Retriever/Golden Retriever
Color
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
56 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_2180223-1101219

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Hamilton was taken in by GRRAND in 2024 from the Spencer County hoarding situation. There are no records of his age, but we estimate he's about 4 years old. When he first came to GRRAND, he was terrified of people, malnourished, and had papillomas (warts) on his face. This sweet boy has come a long way since then!



Now, he lets volunteers love on him and will even push up next to you for pets and treats. He's never shown any aggression to people or other dogs, and we suspect he might get along with cats, too. He loves to play with other dogs in the play yard and always does his "business" outside, never in his kennel.



Our volunteers are working with Hamilton on leash training, but he has a long way to go. Initially, he'll have to be a dog that stays in the home and yard. We do believe with time, love, and consistent training, he'll be able to go for walks outside the home.



Hamilton is considered a flight risk for now. He will need an above ground and securely fenced yard. He cannot go to a home with small children or anyone who may inadvertently leave a door open. We believe he'll be less of a flight risk once he's comfortable in his new home and with his new family.



Hamilton needs someone with lots of patience who will be committed to helping him grow and work through his insecurities. We think he will do best in a home with another stable dog who can teach him how to be a family pet. Could you be the right home for Hamilton? This sweet boy will reward you handsomely.



If you would like to donate to Hamilton's care, please visit the GOFUNDME link at https://www.gofundme.com/.../rescue-for-dogs-in...



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Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2180223-1101219
Contact
Address
Louisville, KY 40222

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Reference and vet check is done after the application has been submitted.

2.

Home Check

A home visit is scheduled if the reference check has met our policies.

3.

Approve Application

If the home visit is approved and the adoption contract signed, the adoption coordinator will contact to discuss dogs in our program.

4.

Meet the Pet

5.

Take the Pet Home

6.

Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

GRRAND requires that the dog is returned if it doesn't work out or if circumstances change and the owner cannot keep the dog. Also, there is a follow-up team that will contact the adopter after the adoption to assist with any questions.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Early in 1994, members of the Greater Louisville Golden Retriever Club began to see the need for an organization to rehabilitate and find homes for displaced and abused Golden Retrievers. A number of folks in this club began organizing an ad hoc rescue group. As the number of rescues increased over a period of months, this “wet behind the ears” group came up with a name and in 1996, incorporated the organization now known as Golden Retriever Rescue & Adoption of Needy Dogs (GRRAND). The rest, as they say, is history!

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