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Golden Retriever puppies and dogs in Highland, Illinois

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Elsa

Golden Retriever Great Pyrenees

Female, 8 mos
St. Louis, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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WE ARE A TX-BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY LOCATED IN TX AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED UPON ADOPTION. Please fill out an adoption application at haydudeequine.org Meet Elsa – The Golden-Hearted Girl Who Never Stopped Believing in Love At 8 months old and 48 pounds, Elsa is a beautiful Golden Retriever–Great Pyrenees mix who somehow ended up with all the Golden personality and only the Pyrenees fluff. Sweet, friendly, eager, affectionate—this girl is sunshine in dog form. If Golden Retrievers had a motivational speaker division, Elsa would be the CEO. But her start wasn’t golden at all. Elsa spent her whole puppyhood tied to a tether outside a trailer, watching the world from a spot of dirt she never deserved. No toys. No soft beds. No one to run to. No one to run with. And yet… her heart never quit. When she first came to us, she had a little food aggression around other dogs—understandable when you’ve never known if your next meal was guaranteed. But with time, consistency, and the realization that she’s finally safe, Elsa has blossomed beautifully. She’s now doing wonderfully with her dog friends and has never shown an ounce of aggression toward people. Humans, in her eyes, are made of magic—especially the ones willing to pet her. And oh, does she love to be loved. She leans in, she wiggles, she smiles with her whole face. She gives love like she’s been storing it up for months—because she has. Elsa deserved so much more than what she got in her puppy months, but she refuses to dwell on the past. She’s too busy soaking up cuddles, handing out kisses, and living her best “I’m finally free!” life. Her capacity for forgiveness and joy would put most of us to shame. This girl is resilient, goofy, grateful, and ready. Ready for a family. Ready for a home. Ready to love—and to be loved back. If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle, funny, deeply affectionate companion with a heart big enough to light up your whole house… Elsa is your girl. Apply today at haydududeequine.org, and get ready to welcome a brave, bouncy, golden-hearted miracle into your arms, heart and home!! 🐾
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Han (Cody) / Solo (Tucker)

Golden Retriever

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Columbia, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
The adoption fee on adult dogs is $250 unless otherwise specified. All pets are microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and will be altered prior to adoption. If you are interested in setting up a meet and greet, please complete an application on our website. Dogs may be in a foster home, therefore scheduling an appointment is recommended.www.helpingstrays.org
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Sticky

Golden Retriever Corgi

Female, Adult
Saint Louis, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello there! This is Sticky! Sticky is an incredibly loving, goofy girl who loves to cuddle. She is an absolute couch potato and is perfect content sleeping the day away but also loves to go on long walks and does well on trails. Sticky is a GREAT dog. Though Sticky is a wonderful and I will miss her, I am looking to rehome her due to not only my personal health issues, but my partner's as well. She can be a touch anxious, but overall she is a very good girl. Since Petfinder will only let me type so much- this link will direct you to a google doc with more information about Sticky! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-cLUlgW-yCaDo4JlrE2N_VW1SuSK5wNoHU-9maI86Ew/edit?usp=sharing
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Arnold JuM

Golden Retriever Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
St Louis, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Arnold & Gilbert 🤎🤍 These two handsome middle-aged boys were found wandering the streets together, relying on each other for comfort and survival. Now they’re safe with us… but they’re still waiting for their forever family. Arnold is a bit shy and looks to his best buddy Gilbert for reassurance. Gilbert is his confidence boost, his safety blanket, his person in dog form. 🐶❤️🐶 They are a bonded pair who truly deserve a calm, patient home that will give them the time they need to feel safe and loved. And in return? You’ll receive a lifetime of loyalty, companionship, and gentle love. If you’ve been thinking about adopting not one—but TWO—amazing dogs who just want to belong… Arnold & Gilbert are your guys. Local adoption fee is $350 ( in TX, together ❤️) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area- together)

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34.5 miles

Hay Dude Critter Rescue - MO transport

St. Louis, MO 63111

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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37.1 miles

Helping Strays of Monroe County

4221 Hanover Rd., Columbia, IL 62236

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

42.1 miles

Gods Dogs Rescue of TX for St Louis Transport Stop

St Louis, MO 63146

Pet Types: dogs

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