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- EIN 23-2775413
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- (717) 484-4799
- 60 Vera Cruz Rd Reinholds PA 17569 USA
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Causes: Animal Protection & Welfare, Animal-Related, Animal Services, Animals
Mission: Calls for help are answered almost immediately and dogs are accepted into our clean, modern facility called Golden Gateway, near Reading, PA. Since this 50 kennel run facility was opened in 2000, DVGRR has had the capacity to accept Goldens, Doodles, Labs, and Golden-hearted dogs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Further, we serve as an emergency drop-off point for all breeds by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Agriculture. Golden Gateway is one of only two owned facilities among the dozens of Golden Retriever rescue groups in the United States, and DVGRR is one of only a few rescue organizations to have a dedicated facility for care of the dogs.All incoming dogs are screened for socially unacceptable behavior (biting) and the dogs that are accepted are those that our trainers determine can be responsibly placed in carefully pre-screened adoptive homes. Dogs with certain behavioral issues are accepted for long-term behavior modification as part of our nationally recognized Project Home Life program. Spay and neuter services are provided along with essential veterinary care in our on-site hospital prior to adoption.A hallmark of DVGRR's program is the services offered to senior dogs (eight years and older). These typically hard-to-place dogs receive complete blood chemistry profiles to show prospective adopters that major organs are functioning. This test enhances their adoptability. DVGRR has never had a senior or special needs Golden Retriever that was not adopted.
Results: over 6,000 dogs adopted!
Target demographics: Golden Retriever, Doodles, Labs, and some mixed Goldens
Direct beneficiaries per year: Over 300 Goldens, Doodles, Labs, and Golden-hearted dogs
Geographic areas served: a multi-state area
Programs: all necessary veterinary care, inoculations and training prior to being made available for adoption to approved homes. We also help shelters and rescues in Puerto Rico that assist Goldens in poor conditions or being relinquished by owners.