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# Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa)

Iowa Golden Retriever Rescue

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## Pages

- [Home - Featured Dog Version](https://grroiowa.org/) - Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) helps find forever homes for golden retrievers, goldendoodles, golden mixes, and honorary goldens in and around Iowa.
- [Donor Dashboard](https://grroiowa.org/donor-dashboard-2/)
- [Happy Tails](https://grroiowa.org/happy-tales/) - Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) helps find forever homes for golden retrievers, goldendoodles, golden mixes, and honorary goldens in and around Iowa.
- [Charlie 26-035](https://grroiowa.org/charlie-26-035/) - Adoption Update From day one, this goofy boy fit right in. He’s full of personality, loves everyone he meets, and truly doesn’t know a stranger. He’s already helping his sister Luna learn that new people and experiences aren’t so scary. Charlie has fully embraced our family life. The same week he got his forever home, we
- [Donate](https://grroiowa.org/donation/) - Your contribution goes straight to helping the dogs in our care. We do not have paid staff, this ensures all the money raised goes to the dogs in our care.
- [Millie 26-028](https://grroiowa.org/millie-26-028/) - Adoption Update Mille (aka Millie Vanilli) is a 4-year-old golden girl who came to grroiowa from a family in Missouri who surrendered her due to high prey drive and knew Millie deserved her best life. This golden love gal bloomed in foster care, learning from her foster brother and coming to understand “wait” & “stay.” This
- [Benny 26-036](https://grroiowa.org/benny-26-036/) - Adoption Update Benny is a 2 year old golden retriever that was surrendered to GRRoIOWA life changes affected his family’s ability to give him what he needed. Benny is a sweet and silly guy who moved into his F2FH and immediately fit in. His humans love him dearly and his 4 legged brother who was feeling the loss
- [Nugget 26-027](https://grroiowa.org/nugget-26-027/) - Adoption Update Nugget has officially found his furever home! He was adopted by a wonderful family with active kids. Nugget has built-in best friends to play with to make years of memories together!Nugget was our very first full-time foster, and he was the absolute best boy! It was obvious he came from a home that
- [Bear 26-032](https://grroiowa.org/bear-26-032/) - Adoption Update 🎉 ADOPTED 🎉Join us in celebrating the wonderful Bear, who has officially found his forever home! 💜Bear came to GRRoIowa when his family’s relocation meant he couldn’t stay with them. From his very first day in foster care, he proved to be the absolute perfect house guest. With his giant heart and friendly spirit, Bear
- [Chip 26-026](https://grroiowa.org/chip-26-026/) - Adoption Update From a dog that literally was so matted and so dirty that he couldn’t see, to the most loving and affectionate dog we’ve ever had in our foster care has been just the most amazing transformation and growth. In our care Chip had to learn how to navigate stairs and tile floors (he’s not
- [Scout 26-025](https://grroiowa.org/scout-26-025/) - Adoption Update Scout and Oakley entered foster care a couple weeks ago and have officially found their forever home with their foster mom and dad. Their level of adjustment in foster care after week one was truly amazing and pretty rare. They immediately settled in like they were home. They are enjoying (and begging for) snuggles
- [Oakley 26-024](https://grroiowa.org/oakley-26-024/) - Adoption Update Scout and Oakley entered foster care a couple weeks ago and have officially found their forever home with their foster mom and dad. Their level of adjustment in foster care after week one was truly amazing and pretty rare. They immediately settled in like they were home. They are enjoying (and begging for) snuggles
- [Sam 26-021](https://grroiowa.org/sam-26-021/) - Adoption Update Sam entered foster care a few weeks ago after being surrendered to GRRoIOWA when his breeder was going out of business. He is a gorgeous 5 year old english creme golden. He was brought fully up to date on his shots, fully vetted and neutered while in the care of his foster mom. He very quickly
- [Goldie 26-030](https://grroiowa.org/goldie-26-030/) - Adoption Update Goldie now Ruby has been with her forever family for a couple of weeks and loves being a pampered dog. She has a fenced yard, multiple walks every day, and free access to sleep in her owners’ bed whenever she desires. She truly won the jackpot with this family. She is making friends
- [Clyde 26-023](https://grroiowa.org/clyde-26-023/) - Adoption Update Clyde is an almost 5 year old golden that was surrendered because his family just didn’t have the time for him with a new job, 2 young children and one on the way. Clyde was clearly loved and it showed when he entered foster care. He was one of the easiest foster dogs to
- [Phoenix 26-007](https://grroiowa.org/phoenix-26-007/) - Adoption Update Phoenix has found his forever home! He spent 2 months with a foster family after coming into rescue after being abandoned. There, he got to learn about love from both two and four-legged family members. Phoenix is such a sweet and goofy boy. He is a big guy who loves to snuggle. He loves
- [Emmy Lou 26-018](https://grroiowa.org/emmy-lou-26-018/) - Adoption Update Emmy Lou 26-018 was adopted on Saturday April 18. She now has 2 parents to love her and a brother, Charlie, that is about the same age and has lots of energy just like Emmy. I bet they will have lots of ball playing mixed in with lots of chasing in her new backyard.Emmy Lou was
- [Goose 26-014](https://grroiowa.org/goose-26-014/) - Adoption Update Goose is an extremely loving but somewhat introverted 6 year old Golden who came into Rescue after his owners had a change in circumstances and Goose wasn’t particularly interested in having active kids around. He’s a bit more of a quiet homebody who enjoys nature walks more than urban environments. Why join the party
- [Annie 23-048](https://grroiowa.org/annie-23-048/) - Adoption Update 8 year old Annie came to GRRoIowa when her owner sadly passed away. She may not look like your typical golden retriever, and that’s because she is part golden retriever, Great Pyrenees, and Australian shepherd! This little lady was adopted by the V family and is loving life with her new mom! Congratulations
- [Teddy 25-045](https://grroiowa.org/teddy-25-045/) - Adoption Update Lucky Teddy has hit the jackpot with a mom and dad that will shower him with love and attention. They will continue to work with Clint at Knox Academy in Des Moines to work with his resource guarding and anxieties. He is a loving guy that just needed to find his people. We think
- [StellA 26-016](https://grroiowa.org/stella-26-016/) - Adoption Update Miss Stella was adopted by two wonderful gals and she will be spoiled rotten by them. Stella is doing wonderful in her new furever home. Foster dad came very, very close to saying that we would adopt her, but Stella is right where she needs to be with her two moms. We will really miss her
- [Adoption Information](https://grroiowa.org/adoption-information/) - The dogs in our care come from a variety of backgrounds.Our mission is to find the right home for each dog. This process can vary from a few weeks to several months depending on the circumstances. Adoption placements are made according to what will be best for the dog.Because our priority is to find the
- [Milo 26-004](https://grroiowa.org/milo-26-004/) - Adoption Update Milo was surrendered to GRRoIOWA when his owner was facing some medical issues. He was described as sweet, adorable and very cuddly, 1.5 yo golden. He lived up to her description and like so many, his foster family fell in love with him and adopted him. He now has human parents that can shower him with love
- [Millie 26-012](https://grroiowa.org/millie-26-012/) - Adoption Update Our sweet Millie went to her forever home today and we couldn’t be more excited for her to start her new life. Congratulations to Millie and her new family!
- [Get Involved](https://grroiowa.org/get-involved/) - GRRoIowa is a 100% volunteer based organization, we have no paid employees. In order for us to rescue dogs in need, we need and will depend on our volunteers!
- [Bailey 25-055](https://grroiowa.org/bailey-25-055/) - Adoption Update Back in December I learned of a puppy dog needing to come into the rescue. She was 4, a puppy mom and had been living outside. Being cold in Iowa, I absolutely threw my name out there and said I would love to be a foster for Miss Bailey. Bailey had just had
- [Honey 26-015](https://grroiowa.org/honey-26-015/) - Adoption Update Well, my foster family officially foster failed, but I don’t blame them! Just look at how cute and cuddly I am.I’m so happy to share that I have found my forever home with a wonderful mom, dad, and fur-sister. I love being the center of attention and spending my days running around the
- [Sadie 25-039](https://grroiowa.org/sadie-25-039/) - Adoption Update Sadie needed a family with patience who would give her time to adjust to a new environment.She met the perfect family for her needs and she was what they were looking for. She hit the jackpot with her new Mom and Dad who promise to spoil her as the only dog.Sadie, you held a
- [Clifford 25-015](https://grroiowa.org/clifford-25-015/) - Adoption Update Once upon a time there was a dog named Clifford. He is a beautiful Field Golden. He came into this world ready to take it on. Little did he know he would be left to live in an outdoor kennel for the first 4 years of his life. Very little human contact, food, other
- [Luke 25-054](https://grroiowa.org/luke-25-054/) - Adoption Update Luke has officially found his forever home with Mandee, Kyler, and Brylee 🐾❤️He’s already completely smitten with the kids, loves going on walks, “bye bye” is his favorite thing to hear and can’t get enough of playing fetch. Luke is truly the best friend we could have and has settled in so sweetly and feels
- [Surrender a Dog](https://grroiowa.org/surrenderadog/) - If you have decided you can no longer care for your puppy or dog, please reach out and one of our volunteers will be in touch.
- [Maggie 25-052](https://grroiowa.org/maggie-25-052/) - Adoption Update Maggie met a wonderful family, who was already approved to adopt and watching for the right match to come into our rescue. When they met, Maggie acted like she knew them already. She is exactly what they were looking for in their new family member and will be one spoiled dog as an
- [Palmer 26-005](https://grroiowa.org/palmer-26-005/) - Adoption Update Palmer (formerly Mia) has been the best addition to our family! She loves playing with toys, chewing on bones, following the vacuum around, and exploring the yard alongside our other golden. She has a sassy personality that keeps us laughing, but she’s also incredibly sweet and loves to cuddle. Palmer is very smart
- [Honey Bee 25-049](https://grroiowa.org/honey-bee-25-049/) - Adoption Update We are so happy to announce that Honey Bee, now Honey, has been adopted. Honey now has a mom and dad and a giant fenced yard to roam around in. She will have endless tennis balls to call her own and there might even be some RVing in her future. She is
- [Birdie 25-050](https://grroiowa.org/birdie-25-050/) - Adoption Update We are thrilled to share that Birdie, now Luna, has been officially adopted by her foster family!From Day 1, Luna fit into our family’s rhythm perfectly. She has become the best playmate for her two human brothers and their favorite game is chasing balls in the backyard. In fact, she loves fetch so
- [Cooper 25-050](https://grroiowa.org/cooper-25-050/) - Adoption Update Ooooh……Coop, what a wonderful kiddo. Cooper loves to be outside running through the backyard with his zoomies or nosing through the snow covering himself in snow creating clumps of packed snow in his fur causing him to be even cuter than his regular cuteness (if that’s possible). Cooper loves to snuggle and there
- [Bella 25-007 BS](https://grroiowa.org/bella-25-007-bs/) - Adoption Update Bella’s foster mom, dad and canine brother spent almost 9 mo helping her learn to be a companion dog in the home. They grew to love her dearly, but when an applicant came in that just seemed to be the right fit, they agreed to meet with her potential adopter. It was love at 1st sight
- [Roger 25-025](https://grroiowa.org/roger-25-025/) - Adoption Update We are excited to share that Roger, a 2-year-old Goldendoodle, has found his forever home with a wonderful family and their dog. For the past 5 months in foster care, Roger has built his confidence, learned how to be more affectionate and play. He loves playing with his Lamb Chop stuffed toy which he took with him to his forever home. Congratulations to Roger and H family!
- [Daisy 23-043](https://grroiowa.org/daisy-23-043/) - Adoption Update Update, December 2025:When Daisy arrived with her sister Rusty she was immediately notable for two things. Shesmelled to the high heavens of cow manure, and Daisy could drop to the ground and turn intoa solid golden brick of a dog. Immovable. No telling when that would happen, but it happenedfrequently.A couple of baths
- [Finn 24-066](https://grroiowa.org/finn-24-066/) - Adoption Update Finn came back into rescue due to a high prey drive while trying to live with 2 cats. His adoptive family determined that it wasn’t safe for the cats after a few altercations with the cats. They remained his family until GRRoIOWA was able to find a cat free home for Finn. Finn
- [Rosie 25-036](https://grroiowa.org/rosie-25-036/) - Adoption Update Hi there! I’m Rosie the Rocket Roller Derby Girl and boy has my life changed for the better in the last three months, thanks to Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa. I came from a home where my parents worked long hours and I was in a kennel much of the day and when I
- [Foster to Forever Home](https://grroiowa.org/foster-to-forever-home/) - The Foster to Forever Home program is a program for those families that are not sure if they are ready to either add another dog, get their first dog, or have the time commitment a dog (or puppy) requires.
- [Stella 25-042](https://grroiowa.org/stella-25-042/) - Adoption Update We are happy to report that Stella, a 6 yo doodle, has found her forever home with a wonderful couple and their dog. Stella got along great in her foster home with the resident dogs, cats and grandkids. Her foster mom reported that she was pretty much perfect in every way possible. Her adoptive
- [Finnian 25-046](https://grroiowa.org/finnian-25-046/) - Adoption Update Finnian found his perfect forever family. They are suited to his mix of high energy and love of human affection. He will have family members to walk, play, cuddle and grow with. Congratulations to the I family!
- [Rosie 25-038](https://grroiowa.org/rosie-25-038/) - Adoption Update Our beautiful Rosie has found her forever home! 💕This sweet girl stole our hearts with her gentle spirit and loving personality, and now she’ll be sharing that love with her new family — including a fur brother to play and snuggle with! 🐶🐾From the moment she came into rescue, Rosie showed us just how resilient and affectionate
- [Buddy 25-044](https://grroiowa.org/buddy-25-044/) - Adoption Update Our sweet Buddy is now living the best life with his forever family. He has a nice big yard to play in and has endless stuffies to rip apart. He takes his new job as head of the neighborhood squirrel patrol very seriously! He is so loved by his new family and is never
- [Buddy 25-016](https://grroiowa.org/buddy-25-016/) - Adoption Update Buddy was adopted by the wonderful Thompson family. It was an instant match. His mom works from home which is a big plus for Buddy. His canine sister is three years old and looks just like Buddy. They will have lots of fun playing together. Buddy, we will miss you, but you are
- [Poe 25-026](https://grroiowa.org/poe-25-026/) - Adoption Update We are excited to announce that Poe has found her forever home with the T Family. She spent a couple months in a loving foster home before we decided that she and her brother Roger could be separated. She moved into her new home with a mom,dad, and 2 teens. She is now an only
- [Vince 25-009BS](https://grroiowa.org/vince-25-009bs/) - Adoption Update We are so happy to report that Vince has been adopted. Vince came into foster care in early 2025 after being surrendered by a breeder. He had many fears and anxieties when he entered foster care, but over the last few months he has evolved into a sweet and loving boy. He joins a
- [Ollie 25-029](https://grroiowa.org/ollie-25-029/) - Adoption Update We are happy to announce Mollie (formerly Ollie) has been adopted by her foster family. After fostering Mollie this summer and losing two resident Goldens to cancer, it was decided Mollie was already home. Mollie is an energetic, inquisitive, playful girl who has been a delight to foster and has seamlessly blended in
- [Gretchen 25-043](https://grroiowa.org/gretchen-25-043/) - Adoption Update 7 year old Gretchen, entered the care of a GRRoIOWA Foster To Forever Home a few weeks ago. Her owner realized that he did not have the time for her and the love connection was immediate on all sides. Gretchen has been enjoying the constant companionship of her new mom and dad. She has been
- [Honey 25-033](https://grroiowa.org/honey-25-033/) - Adoption Update Sweet girl Honey found her forever home! She has another golden to play with and has an active family. Her new mom and dad said she is settling in well. We are very very happy for her and the H family!
- [Blue 25-037](https://grroiowa.org/blue-25-037/) - Adoption Update We are excited to announce that Blue, now Yogi, has packed his bag and moved back to Iowa after a couple weeks in foster care. Yogi is a mini doodle that has been adopted by a couple that will shower him with all the love and attention that he deserves. We know Yogi will
- [Portia 25-035](https://grroiowa.org/portia-25-035/) - Adoption Update It is with great pleasure that we announce Portia has been adopted. Portia is now known as Winnie and has a home and family that adores her. She has hit the jackpot and no more homelessness living in a ditch for this girl! Congratulations F Family.
- [Hank 25-032](https://grroiowa.org/hank-25-032/) - Adoption Update Hank has had a busy last few weeks. With his foster mom going back to school/work, Hank has been busy “working” from home with his foster dad and enjoyed soaking up the extra games of playing catch in the yard. Hank also went to a foam party at a local dog park/restaurant. He loved
- [Oliver 25-030](https://grroiowa.org/oliver-25-030/) - Adoption Update We are happy to report that Oliver has found the perfect forever home! His new mom and dad are seasoned dog owners and have had many rescue dogs over the years. Oliver will get to go to work with his mom at Food 4 Paws in Cedar Rapids and we know he will love all
- [Sam 24-013](https://grroiowa.org/sam-24-013/) - Adoption Update GRRoIOWA is thrilled to report that Sam has been adopted. This is from his Foster To Forever Home mom. “Happy official adoption day, Sam! Although we have been together for about 15 months, you had me at day one with those beautiful golden eyes. You and your son, Max, did not have an easy
- [Bentley Bear 25-034](https://grroiowa.org/bentley-bear-25-034/) - Adoption Update We are happy to announce that Bentley Bear, now called Jack, has been adopted by his Foster To Forever Home family! Jack entered foster care two weeks ago and immediately knew he was home. His new mom and dad agreed and quickly decided to adopt him. He now lives with a couple cats and a
- [Max 24-014](https://grroiowa.org/max-24-014/) - Adoption Update One of the biggest struggles of fostering is not just finding a home for your dog, but instead finding the right home for your dog. After 15 months in foster care, Max has packed his bags and become a WI resident. This sweet, loving and quirky guy has hit the jackpot. His new mom
- [Rock 25-034](https://grroiowa.org/rock-25-034/) - Adoption Update We are so happy to report that Rock, now Rip has been adopted. We aren’t sure whose smile is bigger about this adoption, but we know this is a perfect fit. His adoptive mom and dad had this to say about him. Rip is doing really good; he’s getting comfortable and used to his
- [Sassy 25-022](https://grroiowa.org/sassy-25-022/) - Adoption Update Sassy, now known as Winnie, has been adopted. Her new family is active and she will love all the fun adventures ahead of her. Thank you and congratulations to Winnie and the W Family.
- [Copper 25-018](https://grroiowa.org/copper-25-018/) - Adoption Update e are happy to report that Copper has been adopted.. Copper joins the family as the 2nd GRRoIOWA dog and it is clear he is just where he needs to be. Enjoy these pictures of Cooper, including him getting pets from a softball team! Congratulations Copper, you are living your best life, the
- [Bentley 25-021](https://grroiowa.org/bentley-25-021/) - Adoption Update It was an absolute pleasure and blessing to foster sweet Bentley boy thru this chapter of his life. Now he starts a brand new forever chapter with a Mom and Dad and fur brother who likes to play as much as he does! Bentley is the sweetest best boy and deserves the best!
- [Lola 25-027](https://grroiowa.org/lola-25-027/) - Adoption Update Adorable little Lola, an 8 week old golden, was surrendered when the owner discovered allergies to her. She was moved into foster care and quickly adopted. She is doing wonderfully with her new family and enjoying her human and canine siblings’ attention. We are appreciative of the surrendering owner’s trust in finding her the perfect family and we think
- [Sarah 25-008BS](https://grroiowa.org/sarah-25-008bs/) - Adoption Update Sarah was adopted on April 30th, 2025. Her new family consists of a mom, dad, 3 yo daughter and resident golden. At the time of adoption Sarah had conquered her fear of meeting new people and had made great progress in conquering her fear of loud noises and anxiety of being in new
- [Scout 24-036](https://grroiowa.org/scout-24-036/) - Adoption Update Scout came into rescue on August 7, 2024, an overweight (108 pounds!) anxious girl. She joined a well defined pack at her foster home, and gradually established herself as an integral member. She is now a happy, playful girl who loves her neighborhood walks and other adventures, but she is happiest just spending time
- [Finnegan 25-020](https://grroiowa.org/finnegan-25-020/) - Adoption Update Finn is an 8-month-old Golden Retriever puppy who was adopted over the weekend. He went to a wonderful home where he has a young Golden Retriever sister to play with and a fenced yard to do his zoomies. He was a pleasure to foster and was such a good boy! Congratulations to the B family!
- [Bo 25-002](https://grroiowa.org/bo-25-002/) - Adoption Update Bo was adopted on Saturday, 4/26, by an active family with a 3.5 yr-old Golden Doodle, so he will have more hands to pet him and an older brother to play with. He was with me for 3 months and was such a great foster, but my senior dogs didn’t play, so now
- [Dixie (aka Daisy) 24-010](https://grroiowa.org/dixie-24-010/) - Adoption Update We are happy to announce Duke and Dixie (who will now be called Daisy!) have been adopted. Foster mom reports it was really quiet this morning as she went from 5 golden to 3:) These two amazing goldens have found the perfect new mom and dad to love them furever. We could not
- [Duke 24-009](https://grroiowa.org/duke-24-009/) - Adoption Update We are happy to announce Duke and Dixie have been adopted. Foster mom reports it was really quiet this morning as she went from 5 golden to 3:) These two amazing goldens have found the perfect new mom and dad to love them furever. We could not be happier for them! May 2,
- [Charlie 25-017](https://grroiowa.org/charlie-25-017/) - Adoption Update Bodie’s story is a sad one with a very happy ending. He is a 2 year old golden that was surrendered due to a family situation that forced them to give him up. GRRoIOWA appreciates his family entrusting him to us to find his perfect forever home. Bodie moved into foster care
- [Honey 25-010BS](https://grroiowa.org/honey-25-010bs/) - Adoption Update Ruthie, (previously known as Honey was one of our foster puppies from a breeder that surrendered puppies to us. She has been adopted into her forever home! This sweet girl is loving her new home with mom, dad, and big fur brother, Murphy. She is now living the golden life frolicking around in her new
- [Lucy 25-014](https://grroiowa.org/lucy-25-014/) - Adoption Update Lucy is a 5 year old golden that was surrendered when her owner had a job change that required long hours away from her. She is as perfect as they came and after spending a few weeks in foster care Lucy has been adopted. From her new familyThank you so much for the opportunity to
- [Ethel 25-011BS](https://grroiowa.org/ethel-25-011bs/) - Adoption Update Ethel (now Noodle) has come a long way since day one with her foster. Once a timid, shy, and insecure puppy she is now a confident, engaging and eager to learn ADOPTED cutie! Her spunk and playful energy will bring so much joy to her new family.
- [Willow 25-012BS](https://grroiowa.org/willow-25-012bs/) - Adoption Update Willow is an adorable 5 mo English Creme Golden . She was adopted and now has a family to call her own. Congratulations to the L family!
- [Charlie 23-060 (initial adopters, returned)](https://grroiowa.org/charlie-23-060/) - Adoption Update Charlie has been adopted by a wonderful family.
- [Charlie 23-060](https://grroiowa.org/charlie-23-060-2/) - Adoption Update Charlie was adopted today. After having him for a year and 3 months and taking him through his 2 surgeries it was bitter sweet to see him go down the driveway. We will really miss him but he will have a wonderful furever home. The first picture is of Charlie shortly after he got
- [Weaver 24-032](https://grroiowa.org/weaver-24-032/) - Adoption Update After 9 months in rescue, and 8 months with us as fosters including him going through months of Heartworm treatment, our sweet foster Weaver was adopted last Saturday to the D family. The phrase “it takes a village” was certainly true in Weaver’s case. We are grateful for every volunteer who had a
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- [Moose 25-005](https://grroiowa.org/moose-25-005/) - Adoption Update Moose has settled in so well to his foster home that he’s decided to stay. He likes steady meals, lots of toys, his older brother and especially loves his new Dad. They made a solo trip to the cabin up north and that pretty much clinched the deal for Moose – he thinks
- [Roni 25-003](https://grroiowa.org/roni-25-003/) - Adoption Update Roni was so excited to go to her forever home. She is going to love having 3 human siblings and will enjoy running around new backyard with them. We were so sad to let her go, but we know she is going to be so happy with them! Roni has SO much love
- [Forest 24-063](https://grroiowa.org/forest-24-063/) - Adoption Update Forest has been adopted! He has two human buddies to hang out with along with wonderful parents.Thank you to his new family for adopting this sweet boy! Great adventures ahead.
- [Tyler 24-058](https://grroiowa.org/tyler-24-058/) - Adoption Update Tyler met his new dad today and it was love at first sight!! They’re going to be great companions and Tyler will be spoiled rotten. Unfortunately, the resident golden Axel would not leave Tyler’s new dad alone so we don’t have any pictures of the two of them, but we know this is a perfect
- [Arnie 24-025](https://grroiowa.org/arnie-24-025/) - Adoption Update Arnie, a sweet 7 yo golden, entered foster care in the Foster To Forever Home program in May of 24. It was quickly determined his pain was more that we knew and determined that it was caused by 2 torn ACLs. He had both knees repaired and remained in foster care
- [Maya 24-050](https://grroiowa.org/maya-24-050/) - Adoption Update Maya has been such a joy to have at our house. We were so excited to have the opportunity to foster her. We knew from the moment we laid eyes on her that she would be ours forever. It really was meant to be as it took nothing for her to get settled
- [Rio 23-020](https://grroiowa.org/rio-23-020/) - Adoption Update Rio has been with GRRoIowa for quite some time due to his special needs. Sometimes we look and look for the right family and the dog tells us that he has already found his forever family right where he is. Over 18 months as a foster dog, Rio earned his way into his family’s
- [Millie 24-057](https://grroiowa.org/millie-24-057/) - Adoption Update Millie came to us as a foster dog but soon after she arrived we knew we couldn’t let her go. She has brought our family so much joy and has really brought Tucker, our other rescue/puppy mill dog, out of his shell., Millie has the best personality and a smile that will light
- [Luke 25-001](https://grroiowa.org/luke-25-001/) - Adoption Update Luke entered foster care after being left in a vet clinic after his 7 day hold was up and his owner did not return for him. Foster mom quickly found a loving adoptive home that had recently lost their own dog. He was moved into our Foster To Forever Home Program where
- [Golden Retriever of Iowa Legacy Alliance](https://grroiowa.org/golden-retriever-of-iowa-legacy-alliance/) - The Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa Legacy Alliance is a group of wonderful supporters who have included Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) in their estate planning. Money received will benefit the dogs in our care. If you would like more information on how to help us, help wonderful Goldens or Goldendoodles needing to be
- [Cinder 24-065](https://grroiowa.org/cinder-24-065/) - Adoption Update We are happy to report that Cinder has been adopted! Congratulations to the B Family!
- [Phoebe 24-064](https://grroiowa.org/phoebe-24-064/) - Adoption Update Birdie (Phoebe 24-64) was a Christmas puppy who was surrendered on Christmas Eve. Thanks to a team effort, she was fostered over the holidays, and went to a wonderful fur-ever home on Jan. 4!
- [Penny 24-056](https://grroiowa.org/penny-24-056/) - Adoption Update We are thrilled to share that Penny, our almost 3-year-old mini golden doodle, has truly become the heart of the home! With her vibrant energy and playful spirit, she has effortlessly claimed the role of the bigger little sister to Guinness and Piper.Penny’s loud bark is her way of saying, “Hey there! Give
- [Olive 24-062](https://grroiowa.org/olive-24-062/) - Adoption Update Olive happily went to her forever home last week and is doing very well, learning knew routines and boundaries quickly. She loves doing zoomies in their backyard and also taking her job of squirrel patrol very seriously. While she may have been a bit disappointed that her favorite chair did not go with
- [Cindy 24-052](https://grroiowa.org/cindy-24-052/) - Adoption Update I got Ellie Mae (Cindy) Oct 18th, 2024. She was so shut down and afraid of everything and everyone. She sat in the corner of my yard and laid in a corner of the house for weeks decompressing and overweight. I put her on weight management food and started working with her and rewarding
- [About](https://grroiowa.org/about/) - Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) helps find forever homes for golden retrievers, goldendoodles, golden mixes, and honorary goldens in and around Iowa.
- [Doug 24-049](https://grroiowa.org/doug-24-049/) - Adoption Update We are happy to report that Doug has been adopted! He spent a few weeks in foster care with his 1st time foster mom as she assessed his needs in his forever home. Foster mom found a wonderful couple with a resident dog in need of a buddy and she felt Doug’s laid back and very
- [Clyde 24-042](https://grroiowa.org/clyde-24-042/) - Adoption Update It is with great pleasure that we announce that Clyde has been adopted. He has a family that includes 3 kids and a big yard to give him all the attention he so deserves! Congrats to Clyde for finding his forever home!
- [Sunshine 24-053](https://grroiowa.org/sunshine-24-053/) - Adoption Update It is with great pleasure that we announce that Sunshine, now known as Ruby, has been adopted. She is a beautiful golden lab that found a perfect home with her new family. Here is what her new family had to say about her: “she is the best addition to our family! She is
- [Mesa (aka Sadie) 24-020](https://grroiowa.org/mesa-24-020/) - Adoption Update Mesa arrived in her Foster to Forever home a few weeks ago. She found a loving family and she adjusted beautifully. She is about 1.5 years old and is still a basically a puppy with all the energy they come with. Mesa plays hard and then rests hard. Mesa only wants to please, is
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- [Sandy 24-048](https://grroiowa.org/sandy-24-048/) - Adoption Update It is with great pleasure we announce that Sandy has been adopted! She has a mom and dad, a canine sister and KIDS. She loves the kids and they love her. We are so happy for everyone! Congrats to the W family.
- [Gabby 24-059](https://grroiowa.org/gabby-24-059/) - Adoption Update Miss Gabby has a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving! She met a wonderful family last night and they let us know this morning that they are ready to make her part of the family! She’ll have a wonderful mom, dad, two little boys and a canine brother, Walter!She fell in love
- [Ginger 24-047](https://grroiowa.org/ginger-24-047/) - Adoption Update Ginger has been adopted. She was initially in a foster home, but she moved into our foster to forever home program 10 days ago. The mutual love was obvious from the start and she has been adopted. This is what her foster mom said about her when she moved. Sweet Ginger left today
- [Home - Regular version](https://grroiowa.org/home-regular-version/) - What!? There's a new rescue in Iowa? Learn More or Adopt a Golden Who We Are About GRRoIowa Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) helps find forever homes for golden retrievers, goldendoodles, and golden mixes in and around Iowa. We are a volunteer-run and foster-based rescue supported by a team of dedicated and passionate volunteers throughout
- [Emmi 24-016](https://grroiowa.org/emmi-24-016/) - Adoption Update Emmi was adopted by a wonderful couple who drove hours to meet her with their resident Golden. She and their male dog interacted well and Emmi followed him around. She loved the attention they showed her and was excited that there were extra hands to pet her. She will be a very happy
- [Archie 24-055](https://grroiowa.org/archie-24-055/) - Adoption Update Archie is a sweet, loving and remarkably calm puppy for only being 5 mo.. He spent some quality time with his foster family and was adopted this weekend. He is a lucky puppy and we wish him the best. Congratulations B Family!
- [Our Story](https://grroiowa.org/our-story/) - Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) helps find forever homes for golden retrievers, goldendoodles, golden mixes, and honorary goldens in and around Iowa.
- [Jewel 24-051](https://grroiowa.org/jewel-24-051/) - Adoption Update We are happy to announce that Jewel has left her breeding days behind her and is now part of the S Family. She has 3 fuzzy siblings and human grandchildren to give her the love and attention she so deserves. Congratulations Jewel!
- [Carver 24-054](https://grroiowa.org/carver-24-054/) - Adoption Update Carver found his perfect family! Mom, dad and 3 human brothers to give him all the love and attention he so deserves. Congratulations Carver and the S Family.
- [Ollie 24-030](https://grroiowa.org/ollie-24-030/) - Adoption Update We are thrilled to announce that Ollie has been adopted. His new mom and dad could not be more perfect for him. They are retired, so home most of the time and they are experienced dog owners with the time and knowledge to help him be his best self. From all accounts, he
- [Murphy 24-060](https://grroiowa.org/murphy-24-060/) - Adoption Update Adorable Murphy has been adopted! He joins a young couple who will give him all the love and attention he deserves. Have a wonderful life Murphy and congratulations to this new family!
- [Honey 24-002](https://grroiowa.org/honey-24-002/) - Adoption Update Gentle, sweet Honey 24-002 went to her forever home on September 25, 2024. A couple with no other animals, enthusiastically welcomed her into their home. Honey’s journey from malnourished and mistreated to happy, healthy, and living the golden life has been a joy to watch. To be a part of this journey
- [Teddy 24-040](https://grroiowa.org/teddy-24-040/) - Adoption Update It is with great pleasure that we announce that Henry, now Teddy, has been adopted. He joins a mom and dad and another doodle brother. We are so happy for Teddy and congratulations A family!
- [Daisy 24-034](https://grroiowa.org/daisy-24-034/) - Adoption Update Hi everyone!! Daisy here to let you know that I have found my forever home!!! My mom was very patient waiting for the right dog and she found it!!! I have a great backyard to hang out in and chase the occasional bunny that comes in the yard.. She spoils me with spa treatments
- [Chester 24-037](https://grroiowa.org/chester-24-037/) - Adoption Update Chester was adopted today and hit the jackpot. He will be living with an active family with two human brothers, and his new name is Peter. The whole family is excited to welcome Chester and will be starting a Puppy Kindergarten class with him in just a few days! Chester is sweetness in
- [Molly 24-039](https://grroiowa.org/molly-24-039/) - Adoption Update We are so happy to announce that Miss Molly M. has been adopted. She came into rescue when a vet reached out to us about an accidental litter. She quickly made herself right at home with her new family. Congratulations to the M family!
- [Ruby 24-007](https://grroiowa.org/ruby-24-007/) - Adoption Update Ruby has been a surprise all along! She is sweet, affectionate, and lovable. She is a great companion and We Love Her a lot. She is great with the grandkids too! We call her our gentle giant as she weighs in at 80 pounds. Please don’t tell her that she is not a
- [Milo 24-038](https://grroiowa.org/milo-24-038/) - Adoption Update After spending a few weeks in foster care Milo has been adopted! He has a new dad and older canine sister who will be a great role model for him. He now lives near a college where he can go and charm the students and staff. We are so happy for Milo and
- [Jasper  24-028](https://grroiowa.org/jasper-24-028-2/) - Adoption Update We are so excited that Jasper (lighter) and Rusty (darker) have found their forever home with us! They are best buds and follow each other everywhere. Rusty is more confident and sometimes a little bossy with his brother, but he is affectionate and loves cuddling with the humans. Jasper is a sweet, submissive
- [Rusty 24-029](https://grroiowa.org/rusty-24-029/) - Adoption Update We are so excited that Rusty (darker) and Jasper (lighter) have found their forever home with us! They are best buds and follow each other everywhere. Rusty is more confident and sometimes a little bossy with his brother, but he is affectionate and loves cuddling with the humans. Jasper is a sweet, submissive
- [Piper 24-033](https://grroiowa.org/piper-24-033/) - Adoption Update It is with great pleasure that we announce Piper has been adopted. Piper came into rescue when her family decided they had too much going on to give her the attention she needed. She was spending too much time in the crate and had a lot of pent up energy to burn and
- [Moose 24-031](https://grroiowa.org/moose-24-031/) - Adoption Update Moose entered foster care a few weeks ago when his surrendering owner realized she didn’t have the time for him and he was spending too much time alone and crated. We placed him into a home with a retired mom and they are a perfect match. He is doing great and adored by
- [Buddy 24-027](https://grroiowa.org/buddy-24-027/) - Adoption Update It is with great pleasure we announce that Buddy has been adopted. He has a wonderful new family and is doing great with them. Congratulations to the S family!
- [Knox 24-021](https://grroiowa.org/knox-24-021/) - Adoption Update Knox was adopted on Fri to the E family from WI where he’ll be an only dog to get all the attention he deserves. Playdates with fur friends, lots of walks, and training are in this boy’s future, and since we know the adopters, we’ll also get to see them occasionally which we
- [Sunny 24-017](https://grroiowa.org/sunny-24-017/) - Adoption Update We are happy to announce that Sunny has found his new home. He has a furbuddy with equal energy and a human brother and sister that he already loves dearly. Congratulations to the M family, who told us: “We just feel so fortunate that Sunny found us. He has quickly stolen our hearts
- [Goldie 24-006](https://grroiowa.org/goldie-24-006/) - Adoption Update Goldie has been adopted! She is living her best life with a large pack of buddies. 3 goldens and 3 human kids to call her own. We are so happy for Goldie and her new family!
- [Adoptable Golden Retrievers](https://grroiowa.org/adopt-golden/) - Adoptable Golden Retrievers in Iowa and Minnesota. Our primary focus is finding the right fur-ever home for each dog that enters our care!
- [Sonny 24-019](https://grroiowa.org/sonny-24-019/) - Adoption Update Sonny was unselfishly surrendered on the 7th of April by a loving family who knew he needed more attention than he was presently getting. He was a wild child greeting the transport volunteer soaking up all pets and attention along with clinging to his mom under the table. When it was time to
- [Lizzy 23-019](https://grroiowa.org/lizzie-23-019/) - Adoption Update Well, they say good things come to those who wait… And that certainly came true for me! Please meet my new forever dad! After all these months, my person finally found me! It was love at first sight and I can’t wait for all of our adventures. He says we’re going to go
- [Jemma 23-051](https://grroiowa.org/jemma-23-051/) - Adoption Update Jemma has been adopted! She entered foster care in late 2023 with her littermate Dax. Dax was the more social of the two and Jemma was more timid. She quickly learned that new humans bring good things like treats and attention. She is high energy and has many typical puppy behaviors like
- [Titan (Otis) 24-008](https://grroiowa.org/titan-otis-24-008/) - Adoption Update Titan – now known at Otis – came to us as a typical breeder dog, terrified of everything and everyone. He’d run at any quick movement we made. He growled when we’d walk towards him. He started to trust us because he saw how much our dog Ella, a rescued Bernese mountain dog,
- [Sadie 24-005](https://grroiowa.org/annie-25-005/) - Adoption Update Sadie got adopted today by a awesome family today and got a wonderful playful brother to boot. I couldn’t be happier. Sadie will be going to training classes and has a nice fenced in yard to run around in.
- [Bluey 24-011](https://grroiowa.org/bluey-24-011/) - Adoption Update Bluey has been adopted. He will have his very own mom and dad. He will have an extended family that includes dogs that visit regularly and grand kids to play with. Congratulations to Bluey and the P family!
- [Albert 24-004](https://grroiowa.org/albert-24-004/) - Adoption Update Albert has been adopted. He has his own human that he loved the minute he met. Congratulations to Albert and his new dad!
- [Bailey 23-049](https://grroiowa.org/bailey-23-049/) - Adoption Update Bailey here. Well…Foster Dad & Foster Mom finally realized what I have known since they picked me up in Minneapolis on December 8th, 2023…that I had already found my perfect forever home with them and with my furever sister Sunny! It took some stealthy meetings and planning between Sunny and I (those humans
- [Goldie 24-001](https://grroiowa.org/goldie-24-001/) - Adoption Update Goldie has been adopted. She now has a furry sister that she loves. We wish her a wonderful life and are thankful for her forever home. Congratulations to the R family!
- [Tucker 24-003](https://grroiowa.org/tucker-24-003/) - Adoption Update On February 18, 2024, GRRoIowa contacted me to pick up Tucker from a local shelter. They warned me that Tucker was a “mill dog” and would be extremely scared and withdrawn. When I arrived at the shelter, my heart broke as I saw Tucker sitting in a cage, completely frozen in fear. He
- [Red 23-056](https://grroiowa.org/red-23-056/) - Adoption Update Lucky Red was adopted by the H. family and is living the life he has been dreaming about, loved unconditionally by a forever family. Congratulations Red!
- [Dax 23-052](https://grroiowa.org/dax-23-052/) - Adoption Update We are so happy to announce Dax has been adopted! He now has a wonderful mom and dad along with two fur siblings. Congratulations Dax and the S family!
- [Bruce 23-053](https://grroiowa.org/bruce-23-053/) - Adoption Update We are happy to announce that Bruce has been adopted. He now has a forever mom, dad and his very own pack. His life now is full of fuzzy friends and new adventures. He is loving it! Congrats to the K Family!
- [Lucy 23-057](https://grroiowa.org/lucy-23-057/) - Adoption Update Lucky Miss Lucy was adopted by a wonderful family. She now has a mom, 2 human sisters and another dog in the home. You can see how much she is loving her new life! Congratulations to the C family!
- [Tina 23-055](https://grroiowa.org/tina-23-055/) - Adoption Update Tina has been adopted. She is in love with her furry older brother and sister. She loves to follow them around the house and she’s enjoying going on walks with her golden brother. Tina has transitioned well into her new home and her new family can’t wait to love her forever. Congratulations to Tina
- [Coco 23-038](https://grroiowa.org/coco-23-038/) - Adoption Update Lucky Coco was adopted today and will be the only dog so she will get all of the love and attention. I miss you already sweet little girl and you are welcome anytime to come visit us.
- [Phillip 23-054](https://grroiowa.org/phillip-23-054-adopted-page/) - Adoption Update Phillip 23-054 has found a loving home with the C family. He will have a furry sister to play with, he will still get to attend doggy daycare and will have a large yard to run and play in. Happy days are ahead for this sweet boy!
- [Benny 23-037](https://grroiowa.org/benny-23-037/) - Adoption Update Benny is singing his favorite song by Etta James because…Benny has been adopted!!Benny’s lonely days are over now! He really lucked out when he was chosen by his new family. Benny will now have not only a new stay at home mom and dad, but, he also has 3 non fur kids, and
- [Adopt](https://grroiowa.org/adopt/) - Our mission is to find the right home for each dog. Placements are made according to what will be best for the dog.
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- [Ava 23-047](https://grroiowa.org/ava-23-047/) - Adoption Update Ava and her brother Nelson were lovingly surrendered when their former owner wanted this sibling pair to have a better life. Both Nelson and Ava were adopted in November 2023 by the L family, which includes their very own human sister to love. The L family is helping Nelson and Ava learn how
- [Nelson 23-046](https://grroiowa.org/nelson-23-046/) - Adoption Update Nelson and his sister Ava were lovingly surrendered when their former owner wanted this sibling pair to have a better life. Both Nelson and Ava were adopted in November 2023 by the L family, which includes their very own human sister to love. The L family is helping Nelson and Ava learn how
- [Rusty 23-042](https://grroiowa.org/rusty-23-042/) - Adoption Update Rusty came to GRRoIowa with her best friend Daisy as breeder surrenders. Daisy and Rusty were both adopted by their foster family in December 2023, just in time for the holidays. We are grateful to their foster family for all the care and love they have and will provide these girls. Merry Christmas
- [Onyx 23-044](https://grroiowa.org/onyx-23-044/) - Adoption Update Onyx came into GRRoIowa as a puppy with a few of her siblings when the commercial breeder was having a hard time selling them. We’re happy to say Onyx found her forever home with the H family and her own two-legged siblings, who she loves. We’re so happy for Onyx, and we wish
- [Coco 23-039](https://grroiowa.org/coco-23-039/) - Adoption Update 10 month old Coco came into GRRoIowa as an owner surrender and was adopted by the D family in October 2023. She will have a mom and dad all to herself for the time being, and they will be taking her to training so she can be her best self! Congratulations Coco and
- [Zelda 23-036](https://grroiowa.org/zelda-23-036/) - Adoption Update 3 year old Zelda came to GRRoIowa as an owner surrender and was officially adopted by her Foster to Forever family in December 2023. Zelda will be living in Cedar Rapids and enjoying life with the D family. Congratulations, and thank you to the D family for providing Zelda with her forever home.
- [Simon 23-026](https://grroiowa.org/simon-23-026/) - Adoption Update Simon came into GRRoIowa from an auction with his brothers when he was 3 months old. He was adopted in October 2023 by the H family in West Des Moines. Congratulations, Simon and the Hs!
- [Sunny 23-008](https://grroiowa.org/sunny-23-008/) - Adoption Update Sunny was adopted August 2023 by her Foster to Forever Home. Sunny came to us as a surrender from a commercial breeding facility. She was as the shiest of the surrenders we received, and she had a long road ahead of her to learn how to trust humans and start enjoying life. To top
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- [Daisy 23-023](https://grroiowa.org/daisy-23-023/) - Adoption Update Daisy came into GRRoIowa from an auction when she was 3 months old. Her foster family fell in love with her and adopted her in September 2023. Daisy will be living in Solon and enjoying all the love the P family has to give her. Congratulations, Daisy and the Ps!
- [Lucy 23-033](https://grroiowa.org/lucy-23-033/) - Adoption Update Lucy came into GRRoIowa as a breeder surrender when she was about 4 months old. We’re thrilled to say Lucy was adopted and will be living with her mom and fur-sister in Davenport. Congratulations to Lucy and the M family!
- [Willow 23-045](https://grroiowa.org/willow-23-045/) - Adoption Update Willow came to GRRoIowa at 6 months old with her brother and sister from a breeder. We are happy to announced she was adopted by the R family and will be living in Wisconsin. Congratulations to both Willow and the R family!
- [Lego 23-040](https://grroiowa.org/lego-23-040/) - Adoption Update Lego came to GRRoIowa at 6 months old when his family lovingly surrendered him. We are happy to announced he was adopted by the G family and will be living in Polk City, Iowa. Congratulations to both Lego and the G family!
- [Mollie (Lady) 23-007](https://grroiowa.org/mollie-lady-23-007/) - Adoption Update Mollie (formerly Lady) is a 5 year old who came to GRRoIowa from a commercial breeding facility. When she came in, her physical scars told just a small part of her story, but it was clear to us she had lived a difficult life. She was timid and shy, and while she was
- [Ellie (Honey) 23-004](https://grroiowa.org/ellie-honey-23-004/) - Adoption Update Ellie (formerly Honey) came to GRRoIowa as a 2 year old from a commercial breeding facility. We’re happy to announce that she was adopted in September 2023 by the S & Z family in Central Iowa. We know she is going to have a wonderful life with her two moms and her golden
- [Hudson 23-027](https://grroiowa.org/hudson-23-027/) - Adoption Update Hudson came into GRRoIowa with his brothers Charlie (formerly Bruno) and Simon when they 3 months old. He was adopted in September 2023 by the A family.Congrats Hudson and the A family!
- [Penny (Greta) 23-002](https://grroiowa.org/penny-greta-23-002/) - Adoption Update Penny (formerly Greta) came into GRRoIowa from a breeder with her puppy Gracie. She was adopted in August 2023 by the B family in Minnesota, and has a wonderful new life on a lake. Congrats Penny and the B family!
- [Sunny (Sailor) 23-035](https://grroiowa.org/sunny-sailor-23-035/) - Adoption Update Sunny (formerly Sailor) came into GRRoIowa as a puppy from an auction. He was adopted in August 2023 by the C family in Des Moines, Iowa, and even has a 2 year old to call his own! 🙂 Congrats Sunny and the C family!
- [Hallie 23-024](https://grroiowa.org/hallie-23-024/) - Adoption Update Hallie came to GRRoIowa from an auction. She was adopted by the W family in August 2023 and will be living in Fairfax, Iowa.Congrats Hallie and the W family!
- [Halle 23-022](https://grroiowa.org/halle-23-022/) - Adoption Update Halle came to GRRoIowa from an auction. She was adopted by her foster family in August 2023 and will be living in Coralville, Iowa. Congrats Halle and the G & C family!
- [Marty 23-029](https://grroiowa.org/marty-23-029/) - Adoption Update Marty came into GRRoIowa as a puppy from a breeder. He was adopted in August 2023 by the B & R family in Minnesota. Congrats Marty and the B & R family!
- [Charlie (Bruno) 23-025](https://grroiowa.org/charlie-bruno-23-025/) - Adoption Update Charlie (formerly Bruno) came into GRRoIowa with his brothers Hudson and Simon when they 3 months old. He was adopted in August 2023 by the C family in Ames, Iowa. They are excited to add Charlie to the family and look forward to many adventures in the future!Congrats Charlie and the C family!
- [Lena (Maggie) 23-006](https://grroiowa.org/lena-maggie-23-006/) - Adoption Update Lena (formerly Maggie), a 5 year old golden retriever, came to GRRoIowa from a commercial breeding facility. She was adopted in July 2023 by the H family in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.From her family:Initial UpdateMaggie is a 5 yo breeder surrender. She is sweet, but understandable scared. She will be moving to a foster
- [Berkley (Dottie) 23-011](https://grroiowa.org/berkley-dottie-23-011/) - Adoption Update Berkley (formerly Dottie) came into GRRoIowa when she was 9-weeks old. The commercial breeder wasn’t sure if she was going to be a Goldendoodle or Golden/Cocker mix so we were contacted to see if we could take Berkley and her littermates in. Berkley was adopted in July 2023 by the L family in Minnesota.Congrats
- [Ellie (Dallas) 23-005](https://grroiowa.org/ellie-dallas-23-005/) - Adoption Update Ellie (formerly Dallas), a 2 year old golden retriever, came to GRRoIowa from a commercial breeding facility. She was adopted in July 2023 by the M family in Atlantic, Iowa. From her dad: “Just letting you know that everything is going well with “Ellie”. That is the name we’ve chosen and she seems
- [Finnegan (Rex) 23-017](https://grroiowa.org/finnegan-rex-23-017/) - Adoption Update Finnegan (formerly Rex), a one year old golden retriever, after his owner sadly passed away. He was adopted in July 2023 by the N family in Grimes, Iowa. From his foster family: “Beautiful Rex, now Finnegan, has found his way home! His new forever family (including an older Golden sister!) have helped him
- [Liberty 23-009](https://grroiowa.org/liberty-23-009/) - Adoption Update Liberty came into GRRoIowa when she was 9-weeks old. The commercial breeder wasn’t sure if she was going to be a goldendoodle or golden/cocker mix so we were contacted to see if we could take Liberty and her littermates in. Liberty was adopted June 2023 by her Foster to Forever Home family and
- [Cali Rose (Violet) 23-012](https://grroiowa.org/cali-rose-violet-23-012/) - Adopted - Violet now Cali Rose
- [Adopt a Pet](https://grroiowa.org/adopt-a-pet/) - Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) helps find forever homes for golden retrievers, goldendoodles, golden mixes, and honorary goldens in and around Iowa.
- [Dixie 23-014](https://grroiowa.org/dixie-23-014-2/) - Adoption Update Dixie came into GRRoIowa when she was 9-weeks old. The commercial breeder wasn’t sure if she was going to be a Goldendoodle or Golden/Cocker mix so we were contacted to see if we could take Dixie and her littermates in. Dixie was adopted in June 2023 by the H family in Western Iowa. Congrats
- [Maeby (Tulsa) 23-015](https://grroiowa.org/maeby-tulsa-23-015/) - Adoption Update Tulsa came into GRRoIowa when she was 9-weeks old. The commercial breeder wasn’t sure if she was going to be a Goldendoodle or Golden/Cocker mix so we were contacted to see if we could take Tulsa and her littermates in. Tulsa, now Maeby has been adopted and now resides in Duluth! Her family is
- [Lelaina (Sadie) 23-013](https://grroiowa.org/lelaina-sadie-23-013/) - Lainey has been adopted, she got lucky and found her forever home.
- [Camo 23-010](https://grroiowa.org/camo-23-010/) - Camo came in from a commercial breeder. She's been adopted and is very loved in her new home.
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- [Gracie 23-001](https://grroiowa.org/gracie-23-001/) - Adoption Update Gracie’s adoption has been finalized. She’s living a happy life near a lake in Southeastern MN. Congrats to Gracie and the B’s. 3-24-2023 Update This sweetheart is Gracie 22-001. Gracie was our first official puppy! Gracie is a 13-week old 3/4 Golden 1/4 Lab puppy that absolutely loves attention! Sweet Gracie was returned
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## Events

- [It's Raining Cats & Dogs](https://grroiowa.org/events/its-raining-cats-dogs/) - Eastern Iowa Pet Expo Iowa National Guard Armory 1500 Wright Brothers Blvd SW Cedar Rapids, IA
- [Grinchmas in Whoville](https://grroiowa.org/events/grinchmas-in-whoville/) - Saturday, November 30, 2024 - 10-3pm Eastern Iowa Pet Expo Iowa National Guard Armory 1500 Wright Brothers Blvd SW Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404
- [Eastern Iowa Pet Expo!](https://grroiowa.org/events/eastern-iowa-pet-expo/) - Come visit us at the Eastern Iowa Pet Expo. We'll have some great goodies for your pup and you can learn about the dogs coming into our care!

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## Slider posts

- [One of the oldest operating wood companies.](https://grroiowa.org/slider/one-of-the-oldest-wood-companies/) - One of the oldest logging & forestry companies. Effective management of mega-projects relies on three key concepts: early planning and organizing, stakeholder communication and project controls integration
- [The logging tradition into the fifth generation.](https://grroiowa.org/slider/the-family-has-carried-the-logging-tradition-into-the-fifth-generation/) - The family has carried the logging tradition into the fifth generation. Effective management of mega-projects relies on three key concepts: early planning and organizing, stakeholder communication and project controls integration
- [The family logging business dates back to Idaho statehood.](https://grroiowa.org/slider/the-family-logging-business-dates-back-to-idaho-statehood/) - The family logging business dates back to Idaho statehood. Effective management of mega-projects relies on three key concepts: early planning and organizing, stakeholder communication and project controls integration
- [Translation & Interpretation Agency](https://grroiowa.org/slider/translation-interpretation-agency/) - We're building a sustainable and prosperous future for our communities. Our forest land is one of our most valuable assets. We are committed to sustainable forestry practices.

## Pet Listings

- [June 26-039](https://grroiowa.org/pet/june-26-039/) - 8/5/26MEET JUNE: The Sweetest 8-Year-Old Golden Doodle Looking for Her Forever Home! If you are looking for a super chill and incredibly sweet companion, June is your girl! This gorgeous 8-year-old Goldendoodle (approx 68 lbs) has been deeply loved since she was a puppy. Her family wanted to find a home for her that could provide her
- [Buddy 26-031](https://grroiowa.org/pet/buddy-26-031/) - 7/28/26:Buddy is ready to go to his forever home! He is a two-year-old Doodle mix.Buddy is a playful, exuberant, and extremely loving pup! He came into GRRoIowa care recently​ after about a year living with his surrendering owner, who runs an in-home doggy day care in Missouri. Buddy was abandoned on her property in August 2025,
- [Haven 26-019 -Unavailable-Medical](https://grroiowa.org/pet/haven-26-019-unavailable-medical/) - 5/25/26Haven is a 2-year-old recently spayed Golden Retriever with a cream-colored coat and weighs53 pounds. She was one of the breeder surrender dogs that came in the first part of March, but she is not a typical extremely scared breeder dog. Haven does require a confident dog her size or larger in the home, so
- [Gracie 26-011](https://grroiowa.org/pet/gracie-26-011/) - 3/15/26- Meet Gracie: The Smart, Spunky, and Sweet Adventure Queen! Gracie is a 62lb spayed female Goldendoodle who is living proof that age is just a number. While her records say she is 10 years old, her energy and zest for life match a 5-year-old pup! She is the perfect mix of a well-mannered