Flat-Coated Retriever puppies and dogs in Connecticut

As a rescue, We do not euthanize dogs but dogs that are listed as URGENT are still waiting to be saved from animal control and they do euthanise. We can only save them when space is available or have an adopter. Meet Athena! Athena is a sweet fluffy girl who is around 12 weeks old. She weighs 18#s and super sweet! She does have something wrong with her rear leg, she’s been to the vet for x rays and it’s an old break, it’s starting to fuse, she will put weight on occasionally but usually doesn’t. The vet recommended a wait and see approach, at her age she may use it more as it heals more or it could require amputation, we can do that here prior to adoption. She doesn’t let it slow her down at all.

As a rescue, We do not euthanize dogs but dogs that are listed as URGENT are still waiting to be saved from animal control and they do euthanise. We can only save them when space is available or have an adopter. Meet Ares! Ares is a sweet guy around 12 weeks old. He weighs 15#s. He came in with his siblings Athena and Zeus. He isn’t as fluffy but this boy is the most playful!

Pupperoni IS a treat!! This gorgeous shiny and wavy black haired beauty has lots of energy and plenty of fancy moves, ready to go!! She is a very social girl that showed up at an apartment complex as a young pup and has been passed around the complex ever since. She grew into a large dog (and syill needs to fill out) with a lot of energy and finally somebody spoke up and asked Rescue to find her a more appropriate home than a small apartment. She pulls on a leash but knows how to listen and can walk well with just a little bit of training. She is good in a crate and currently live with cats! She loves everybody she meets and would make an excellent running partner or agility dog. She is very loving and very easy to take care of, love, loves her baths, and nails trimmed— she gets treated like it’s a spa day! Looking for an active lifestyle for this girl who could log many miles with you. She can learn to be off leash as the border collie in her leads her to run out and then circle back and check on you. For adoption application please contact irondawgs13@gmail.com

"Hey y'all, I'm Sky, a 2-year-old Retriever/Border Collie mix with legs that were made for running and a heart that was made for loving. If you are looking for a buddy to join you on morning jogs, weekend hikes, or games of fetch, I'm your guy. I have energy to burn, but I’m super smart and already know how to sit and stay. After a fun day out, I’ll happily curl up at your feet while you watch TV. I’d love a home with a fenced yard to zoom around in!" Current economic conditions are a major factor of dog relinquishment with the rising costs of living forcing many owners to make the difficult decision to surrender their pets. And Sky's owner was among those who had to prioritize their own basic needs over their pet. Like many dogs who come from less than ideal backgrounds, this sweet love muffin came to us as a diamond in the rough. So we sent Sky to a professional trainer who is teaching him to become the best dog he can be! He is SUPER SMART and has mastered his commands quickly. He walks very well on the leash and his adopter will be able to communicate with the trainer once Sky is home. With some dedication to exercise, consistency, and discipline, his adopter will find the Sky's the limit with this wonderful guy! Check out Sky working with his trainer in his video. Sky has fun energy and is a terrific retriever. As soon as he sees a toy, with his favorites being balls, he tries to catch them in mid-air. He usually brings it back but sometimes he wants to play keep-away like a silly guy and will eventually drop the ball so he can retrieve again. Sky loved playing with his buddy, Stuart, as you can see in this video, but he can be dog selective so we are seeking a home for him where Sky came be someone's one and only. Perhaps when he settles in his new home, his adopter will find playdates for Sky with dogs he likes. Our volunteer in AL, shares, "Sky loves treats, likes to be petted, and enjoys rolling in the grass. The more time I spend with Sky, the more kissy and affectionate he has become! I'm very fond of Sky-guy! He will make a terrific companion for active owners." Sky is estimated to be about 2 years of age and weighs around 55 lbs, but could use a few more pounds on his frame. He has been neutered, brought up-to-date on vaccination, and micro-chipped. Sky is heartworm negative and has been given a Proheart-6 injection for 6 months of heartworm prevention. Sensational Sky will be headed north in early June to be directly adopted. If you are approved to adopt through SGRR, please contact Cheryl Kewley to be considered to adopt this adorable fellow. Sky is a loving guy who is ready to bring brightness to his new forever home. Rescued dogs come with a range of needs - from behavioral to emotional to medical. When approved applicants adopt such dogs, they agree to become an important, forever part of their life journey by continuing the rehabilitation we have begun. If not yet approved for adoption, please visit our website to learn more and to submit an online application. Click here to visit our website. Please contact us with any questions regarding your application status. PLEASE APPLY by submitting an application via this online link: Click for Adoption Application About Our Rescue Before being approved to adopt, all potential adopters need to complete our online application and participate in our pre-adoption review process. The process includes the completion of an online application, a reference from the applicants' vet, a phone interview, and a visit to the applicants' home. The application process helps us determine what type of Golden would be best suited for the applicants' life style. In some cases, the specific dog you are interested in may have found a home before this process is complete or further assessment may find that this dog is not the right match for your family. We are regularly getting new Goldens in need of a home, so we encourage you to apply and get approved so that when the right dog comes along you will be ready. The information provided on each dog is based on observations of our vets, volunteers, fosters and when available, trainers. While we do our best to report any and all issues, SGRR does not make any guarantees as to the health or temperament of any dog. Dogs evolve differently in different environments and we cannot predict with any certainty how the dog you adopt will act in your home. ADOPTION FEES - Effective of October 1, 2024 PUREBRED DOGS Purebred puppies, up to 6 months $1000 Purebred dogs, 6 months - 6 years $800 Purebred dogs, 7 - 9 years $650 Purebred dogs, 10 years and up $550 Young dogs with special needs $650 Senior dogs with special needs $500 Pairs of Purebred Puppies, up to 6 months $1600 Bonded pair - young purebred dogs $1400 Bonded pair - senior dogs 7 years & up $1000 MIXED BREED DOGS Up to 6 months $850 6 months - 6 years $750 7 - 9 years $650 10 years and up $550 Young dogs with special needs $650 Senior dogs with special needs $500 Bonded pair - young dogs $1000 Bonded pair - senior dogs 7 years & up $900 A contract is signed the day of adoption. Under the terms of the contract, all adopters are required to bring the rescue to a vet within 7 business days. The dogs receive basic veterinary care prior to adoption. If your vet identifies an illness that an adopter is not willing to treat, then the dog is returned and a full refund is provided. Many of our dogs are fostered in private homes and we do not have a facility to visit. We are committed to our dogs before, during, and after adoption! The rescue retains title to the dog and can never be released or sold. Should the adopters no longer be able to keep the dog, SGRR must be notified so that we can take the dog back into rescue and place it into another home. We reserve the right to remove a dog at any time should we find the adopter is no longer caring for their Golden in a way we see fit. Adopters then have to agree to follow up visits as needed. Please be a ray of light for this Sunshine dog and make a tax deductible donation toward medical and other expenses. Every cent of your generosity goes directly toward the care of a Sunshine dog. Please click on the Donation link below to support SGRR Sky.

Goose is the perfect little wingman. Wherever his brothers go, he is right behind them, taking it all in and making sure he does not miss a thing. He may be cautious at first, but he is not intimidated, even big dogs do not faze him. He carries himself with quiet confidence and a steady spirit. Goose loves his people, big and small, and enjoys attention, but he is also wonderfully independent. While his brothers are busy wrestling outside, he is perfectly content grabbing a toy and entertaining himself. He is the kind of pup who can balance affection and adventure with ease. He is a sweet, happy boy, but do not expect him to sit still for endless snuggles, he has important puppy business to attend to. Goose is curious, thoughtful, and full of personality, and he is going to grow into a loyal, well rounded companion. You can apply directly for Goose by clicking the Apply for Adoption button on the linked page. https://www.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/FODS-A-819 All our dogs come with 30 days of free post-adoption support through Petcademy.org. This benefit includes free access to Petcademy's team of trainers/behaviorists, as well as access to online materials that will help you settle your new family member into your home. You can text unlimited questions to Petcademy and they'll respond within 24 hours (Monday-Friday).