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Golden Retriever puppies and dogs in Virginia

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Below are our newest added Golden Retrievers available for adoption in Virginia. To see more adoptable Golden Retrievers in Virginia, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Luigi's adoption status with email updates.
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Luigi

Golden Retriever/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 mos
Fredericksburg, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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Approximate DOB: 1/17/2026 Approximate Weight: TBD Meet Luigi! 🍄🐾 🐾 High-energy, playful pup who thrives in an active home 🏃 Loves to run, chase, and play—especially with kids 👦 Great with kids, but can be jumpy and mouthy during play 👟 Puppy antics include nibbling and jumping—shoes & pants encouraged 😜 🚽 Doing great with potty habits 🗣️ Can be vocal (trash trucks, birds, nighttime), but already improving 🌙 Recently had a full quiet night in the kennel—big progress! 🐕 Will need training on leash manners, jumping, and puppy nibbles 💛 Very affectionate, people-loving, and eager to please 🫶 Lives for belly rubs and responds well to positive reinforcement Luigi is a fun, loving boy ready to grow with a family who will keep him active and help him become his very best self! As a puppy, I am required to go to training within 90 days of my adoption with a certified trainer. ********************************************************************* Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey. Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster. ____________________________________________________________ ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE! Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process - Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated! Requirements And Donations - Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS). - Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards. - Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies. - Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available. Location And Hours - Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday 11 AM-3 PM; Sunday 11 AM-1 PM. - We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations. Bringing Your New Dog Home - The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/. - Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/. Support ODHS Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. #Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster
We'll also keep you updated on Mario's adoption status with email updates.
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Mario

Golden Retriever/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 mos
Fredericksburg, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
Approximate DOB: 1/17/2026 Approximate Weight: TBD Meet Mario! 🍄🐾 🐾 High-energy, playful pup who thrives in an active home 🏃 Loves to run, chase, and play—especially with kids 👦 Great with kids, but can be jumpy and mouthy during play 👟 Puppy antics include nibbling and jumping—shoes & pants encouraged 😜 🚽 Doing great with potty habits 🗣️ Can be vocal (trash trucks, birds, nighttime), but already improving 🌙 Recently had a full quiet night in the kennel—big progress! 🐕 Will need training on leash manners, jumping, and puppy nibbles 💛 Very affectionate, people-loving, and eager to please 🫶 Lives for belly rubs and responds well to positive reinforcement Mario is a fun, loving boy ready to grow with a family who will keep him active and help him become his very best self! As a puppy, I am required to go to training within 90 days of my adoption with a certified trainer. ********************************************************************* Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey. Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster. ____________________________________________________________ ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE! Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process - Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated! Requirements And Donations - Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS). - Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards. - Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies. - Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available. Location And Hours - Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday 11 AM-3 PM; Sunday 11 AM-1 PM. - We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations. Bringing Your New Dog Home - The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/. - Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/. Support ODHS Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. #Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster
We'll also keep you updated on Princess's adoption status with email updates.
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Princess

Golden Retriever/Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 2 mos
Fredericksburg, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Approximate DOB: 1/17/2026 Approximate Weight: TBD Meet Princess 👑 This sweet girl has so many great qualities to bring home to you: • She loves snuggling and giving kisses • Keeps a smile on your face with her silliness and excitement to see you • Gets along well with dogs and cats, she loves to play with them • Does great in the bath and with nail trims • Is doing well with potty habits, inside she goes on the puppy pad and once you learn her routine, you can track when to take her out so she goes outside • Does very well in her crate overnight and lets you know when she needs to potty • Full of energy and curiosity • Still a little shaky on car rides, just needs some comfort 🙂 Princess is ready for her furrrrever home and the best family to snuggle and give kisses to. She’s looking for a home with attention to give, love to show, and play time of course! 🐶🐾 As a puppy, I am required to go to training within 90 days of my adoption with a certified trainer. ********************************************************************* Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey. Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster. ____________________________________________________________ ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE! Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process - Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated! Requirements And Donations - Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS). - Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards. - Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies. - Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available. Location And Hours - Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday 11 AM-3 PM; Sunday 11 AM-1 PM. - We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations. Bringing Your New Dog Home - The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/. - Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/. Support ODHS Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. #Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster
We'll also keep you updated on Bowser's adoption status with email updates.
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Bowser

Golden Retriever/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 mos
Fredericksburg, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
Approximate DOB: 1/17/2026 Approximate Weight: TBD Meet Bowser! Your New Best Friend! 🐾 - Full of energy and loves to explore - Enjoys bones and toys (for a little while!) - Loves playing with other dogs - Doing well with potty manners - Tends to bark at new sounds and sights - Settles nicely in his crate overnight This playful, curious pup is looking for an active home ready for fun, love, and a little puppy learning along the way! 💙 As a puppy, I am required to go to training within 90 days of my adoption with a certified trainer. ********************************************************************* Schedule a meet-and-greet by completing our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey. Join our Foster program and become a hero! Get started by completing our Foster Application on the Foster page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/foster. ____________________________________________________________ ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE! Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) Adoption Process - Complete our Adoption Survey on the Adopt page of our website at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/adoption-survey to expedite the process and arrange a meet-and-greet. Expect a response within about a week; please check your spam folder. As we're 100% volunteer-run, your patience is appreciated! Requirements And Donations - Required Adoption Day Items: A martingale collar and a non-retractable leash (available for purchase at ODHS). - Adoption Donations: Puppies (under 1 year): $375; Adults: $275; Seniors (age-dependent): $175; Select dogs: $500. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards. - Adoption Radius: Within 350 miles of Fredericksburg, VA. A $50 out-of-state fee applies. - Breed Identification: Dogs are listed as "Mixed Breed" unless formal documentation is available. Location And Hours - Visit our adoption center at 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 during adoption hours: Wednesday 5-7 PM; Friday 6-8 PM; Saturday 11 AM-3 PM; Sunday 11 AM-1 PM. - We also host adoption events throughout our community. See our Upcoming Events page at https://www.olddominionhumanesociety.org/events for dates and locations. Bringing Your New Dog Home - The 3-3-3 Rule: Understand what to expect during your new dog's first three days, three weeks, and three months at https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/. - Why We Don't Adopt Littermates: We don't adopt dog siblings together because of the risk of littermate syndrome which often causes serious behavioral issues: https://stories.tamu.edu/news/2023/09/28/understanding-littermate-syndrome-in-puppy-pairs/. Support ODHS Help us promote forever homes for our rescue dogs! Like "Old Dominion Humane Society" on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. #Adopt #Donate #Volunteer #Foster
We'll also keep you updated on Jelly Bean's adoption status with email updates.
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Jelly Bean

Golden Retriever/Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 2 mos
Galax, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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We'll also keep you updated on Tulip's adoption status with email updates.
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Tulip

Golden Retriever/Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 2 mos
Galax, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Golden Retriever shelters & rescues in Virginia

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Golden Retriever puppies in Virginia. Browse these Golden Retriever rescues and shelters below.

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Critter Cavalry Rescue - Richmond VA

richmond , VA 23173

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Lab Rescue of Greater Richmond

PO Box 1574, Midlothian , VA 23112

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Old Dominion Humane Society

3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg , VA 22408

Pet Types: dogs

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Heritage Humane Society

430 Waller Mill Road, Williamsburg , VA 23185

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, small animals

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Hail Mary Rescue - Northern VA

Warrenton , VA 20186

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Homeward Trails Animal Rescue

11116 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station , VA 22039

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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HART (Homeless Animals Rescue Team)

P. O. Box 7261, Fairfax Station , VA 22039

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Compassion For Canines

Windsor , VA 23487

Pet Types: dogs

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Isle of Wight County Animal Services

13044 Poor House Road, Windsor , VA 23487

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, small animals

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Worthy Dog Rescue

Vienna , VA 22181

Pet Types: dogs

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