Gold Ribbon Rescue, Inc. (GRR) was founded in 1998 to meet three objectives. We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization as recognized by the IRS. GRR's main function is to provide a network for sheltering, rehabilitation and placing Golden Retrievers in permanent homes in Central Texas. GRR’s second function is to provide public education about responsible dog ownership and, in particular, about the Golden Retriever breed. Third, GRR provides a forum for Golden Retriever fanciers to meet. GRR members assist each other with advice and information about training, health problems, and local dog activities. Occasional social activities include the dogs and give GRR members and friends a chance to meet and enjoy the company of Golden Retrievers. Gold Ribbon Rescue is an all volunteer nonprofit corporation. Member dues, adoption fees, fund raising activities and donations finance its activities. Donations are tax deductible. GRR does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, national origin, language, sex, sexual preference or physical handicap.
1. Complete the on-line application and pay the non-refundable application fee (please be sure you are not out of area before applying). APPLICATION FEE: There is a $25.00 non-refundable Application Fee to review your application for adoption. We reserve the right to deny an application for any reason. This fee can be paid online with PayPal OR Visa/MasterCard, American Express or Discover Card. After your application is submitted, you’ll be prompted to apply this fee. This will be applied toward your adoption fee. ADOPTION FEE: 0 to 7 years of age $400.00, Seniors 8 years of age and older $250.00. 2. Application received. Verification that the application fee has been received and is noted on the application. Submission of your application (and application fee) does not guarantee the adoption of a Golden Retriever from Gold Ribbon Rescue. Nor does it arbitrarily guarantee the adoption of any one specific dog the applicant may have seen (via website, social Media or newsletter) from GRR. Sometimes it may be necessary for the board to recommend that you seek other sources of adoption. 3. Phone interview with a GRR volunteer. Initial contact made by GRR volunteer via phone or e-mail will be made in approximately 15 days after receipt of your application. Interview is completed, and you will either move on to a home visit or the GRR Adoption Director will contact you with the results of your interview. Sometimes it may be necessary for the board to recommend that you seek other sources of adoption. 4. Home visit with a GRR volunteer and his/her Golden. A GRR volunteer will contact you and schedule your home visit to occur approximately 15 days following your phone interview. ALL members of your family MUST be present at the home visit. Sometimes it may be necessary for the board to recommend that you seek other sources of adoption. 5. Once approved, moved to the matching process. When home visit is successfully completed, you will be contacted by the GRR Matchmaker within one to two weeks via e-mail or phone. After contact with the Matchmaker is made, it is impossible to estimate how long it will take to find the right Golden for you. Variables include: Availability of foster homes; Numbers of dogs in care; Your specific requirements.
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