Business Details
28 Years
experience
Rescue and Rehome Golden Retrievers in Austin
Gold Ribbon Rescue was founded in 1998 with a clear mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Golden Retrievers in Central Texas. Our organization operates as an all-volunteer nonprofit, relying on member dues, adoption fees, fundraising, and donations to sustain our operations. We prioritize responsible dog ownership education, community engagement through social activities, and fostering connections among Golden Retriever enthusiasts. Our adoption process includes rigorous screening to ensure dogs find safe, permanent homes, while our rehoming services provide privacy and legal protection for surrendering owners.As a 501(c)(3) organization, we maintain strict non-discrimination policies and focus on transparency in all our operations. Our team collaborates to address training needs, health concerns, and local dog-related activities, ensuring every Golden in our care receives personalized attention. We advocate for ethical practices in pet ownership and rescue work, emphasizing the importance of spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and preventive care. Through annual reports and community outreach, we demonstrate accountability to donors and supporters who enable our life-changing work.
Services
Dog Adoption
Foster Care
Rehoming Services
Volunteer Programs
Donation Programs
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We operate as an all-volunteer nonprofit with 25+ years of focused experience
- Our adoption process includes comprehensive home evaluations and follow-up support
- We provide free rehoming guidance and legal documentation for surrendering owners
- All donations directly support veterinary care, spaying/neutering, and dog wellness
- Our community education programs promote responsible Golden Retriever ownership
Associations and certifications
- IRS 501(c)(3)
Services
Dog Adoption
Gold Ribbon Rescue offers carefully screened adoption services for Golden Retrievers. Each dog undergoes health evaluations and behavioral assessments before placement. Our process includes home visits, reference checks, and post-adoption follow-ups to ensure successful transitions to permanent homes.
Foster Care
Our foster program provides temporary care for rescued Goldens while they await adoption. Fosters receive medical treatment, socialization, and behavioral support. We supply all necessary resources while foster families provide daily care and companionship.
Rehoming Services
We assist owners facing difficult circumstances through our ethical rehoming process. This includes legal transfer of ownership, medical care, and privacy protection for both surrendering owners and future adopters while ensuring dogs' safety.
Volunteer Programs
Our volunteer network drives all rescue operations, from transport coordination to adoption counseling. Volunteers receive training in dog handling, medical care basics, and community outreach to support our mission effectively.
Donation Programs
Tax-deductible donations fund critical services including emergency veterinary care, spaying/neutering, and daily maintenance for rescued Goldens. Donors receive annual impact reports showing how contributions directly improve dogs' lives.
Questions
What does Gold Ribbon Rescue do?
We rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Golden Retrievers in Central Texas through adoption programs, foster care, and community education initiatives.
How can I adopt a Golden Retriever?
Complete our adoption application, meet eligibility requirements, and participate in our screening process to find your perfect Golden companion.
Do you accept out-of-area applicants?
We do not make exceptions for out-of-area applicants to ensure proper follow-up and dog welfare.
How are donations used?
Donations fund veterinary care, spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and daily needs for rescued Goldens.
Can I volunteer without fostering?
Yes! We offer various volunteer opportunities including events, transport, and administrative support.
What happens to surrendered dogs?
Surrendered Goldens receive veterinary care, behavioral assessment, and placement in screened foster homes before adoption.
Reviews (4)
John S.
Apr 27, 2021
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We applied here when looking for a dog recently. Application fee is required, $25. According to them: "Rescued Golden Retrievers can have all sorts of issues that come with them as a result of what they have lived through before being taken into rescue. Rescued Goldens, in general, are not well trained and require intensive amounts of time and training to make them good" What is this? Saying that you never receive and thus won't have available Golden's that have no serious problems makes no sense whatsoever.
You should make these uncommon requirements apparent on the website because we've applied to you guys before and been denied when other rescues had no issue with our requirements and application. Honestly it feels like a scam to get more applications to deny and thus make money on the required application fee. Is this how the rescue intends to come off?
You should make these uncommon requirements apparent on the website because we've applied to you guys before and been denied when other rescues had no issue with our requirements and application. Honestly it feels like a scam to get more applications to deny and thus make money on the required application fee. Is this how the rescue intends to come off?
Derrick R.
Feb 07, 2018
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We got our Dallas from these great people. Could not have wished for a better dog. We have an easily spooked cat and another dog. They were patient and worked to make sure that all the fur babies would be safe and happy. Truly a great organization to work with.
Janice G.
Oct 02, 2013
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I am so glad that I discovered your organization. I love Goldens and have lost two of my precious angels in the past 2 years. I will definitely contact you when I get in a position to adopt another golden. They are FABULOUS! Love to all your fur kids at GRR.
Ann S.
Feb 08, 2013
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Bailey has been suspected of being a poop eater since his first few weeks at home. The other day, it was confirmed. Today, Bailey was caught red-handed (literally- he's a Ginger) with poop in his mouth again. If I wasn't so busy being disgusted, I would've snapped a photo for dogshaming.com. Where is he now? Oh ya know, just lying in bed with his MOUTH on my leg. I've yet to move said leg. Now, if that isn't love then I don't know what love is. Thanks, GRR!
