Photo below is rescued dog Gracie
Give Your Home and Heart to a Forever Friend
So, you and your family have talked it over and you’re ready to adopt a dog. Now you’re wondering if a Golden Retriever might be a great fit for your family. Goldens are notoriously loveable, joyful, and exuberant. Your Golden will probably want to be near you most of the time because Goldens adore people and forge loyal relationships. This quality makes the Golden Retriever an ideal family pet. Your new pal will love to carry things around… usually a ball or a Frisbee, but sometimes it may be a shoe left out. A Golden's wagging tail will quickly clear your coffee table of knick knacks or magazines. He may shred the newspaper, leave muddy paw prints on your floor, dig a hole in the yard, or steal a sock left lying around (a potentially fatal event if the dog swallows one). Some training will teach your pet what can be carried and what can’t. Expect to watch a spectacular show when your Golden goes near water. Most Goldens are crazy about water and are usually super swimmers! Most of all, your Golden will need lots of love and attention, so if you want a walking or running partner, you’ve chosen the ideal breed. Looking for a mellow front porch pal? Older Goldens tend to be very mellow and this quality makes them a great companion for anyone.
Be sure everyone in your household agrees the new addition is going to mean that you and your family must make time for daily exercise, walks on leash, yard cleaning, feeding, brushing, health care, and training classes if needed.
Middle Tennessee Golden Retriever Rescue is always happy to answer any question you might have. Feel free to Contact Us, or to join us at one of our events.
CLICK HERE to find out if MTGRR can adopt out to your location
If everyone in the family is committed to adoption, follow these steps:
- Fill out the Membership Application if you wish to become a MTGRR member. (Membership is not required for adoption).
- Carefully review our Terms and Conditions of Adoption. In order to adopt from MTGRR, applicants must be able and willing to comply with all Terms and Conditions of Adoption.
- Remit the application fee of $10.00 by using PayPal (preferred) or sending a check to MTGRR, c/o MTGRR PO Box 681106, Franklin TN 37068-1106. NOTE: if you mail us your handwritten application instead of completing it online, the application should be sent to this same address, along with the application fee.
- Complete the Online Adoption Application.
After your application is received, we’ll then contact you to schedule a Home Visit. If you don't hear from us within 48 hours of submitting your online application, please Contact Us to verify it was received successfully.
A final note: we're anxious to see the Goldens in their new homes as quickly as possible. Our process is time proven, so we thank you for your patience during the application process.
If you decide to get a puppy, adopt a dog elsewhere, or simply change your mind, we ask that you Contact Us IMMEDIATELY so we can remove your application from our files.
Printable PDF version of the Adoption Agreement. (This is the form to be signed at the time you bring your new golden home. No need to submit this any sooner.)
Thank You.
