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My name is Marley!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated 6 days ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

My basic info

Breed
Golden Retriever
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
8 years old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
77 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
24-045

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Say hello to Marley 24-045!

Marley is an eight-year-old driven Golden Retriever who is full of personality and energy.  You would never know his true age by seeing him in action.  He is looking for his forever home where he can thrive. Marley is a bit of a restless soul and has learned to entertain himself, sometimes leading to trouble like digging in the yard or saying no to crates. 

Here’s a little more about Marley:

*He knows basic commands like "sit" and we are working on “down”, but he will need to attend obedience classes.
*He’s a "Velcro dog" who loves to be near you and thrives off attention.
*Marley loves car rides but needs to learn some car etiquette.
*He enjoys playing and his favorite is Chuck-it! He will bring the ball back over and over again! His adopter will need to be active and give him the required exercise he needs.
*Marley can be an only dog, but only if his adopter is home more than away
*Marley is not fond of being in a crate.  Adopters would need to work with him and the crate would need to be large and strong.
*He gets along well with other dogs (after slow and appropriate introductions).
*No cats or small animals,—he can’t resist chasing them!
*Best with teenagers and up.
*A physical fence is a must (no invisible fences). He will need supervision in the yard, as he loves to dig when left to his own devices.
*Marley has dug out at his previous foster home and the boarding facility. If he sees a cat he will want to go! It would be ideal for his adopter to have large dog experience and strength to handle him when he gets an impulse. (Did we say he likes to chase small critters?) 

Marley is a diamond in the rough looking for a home with someone who can offer him plenty of love, exercise, and structure.

We would love to speak to you about Marley, submit your application today!

https://grroiowa.org/adoption-information/

Forever Home Requirements:
*Physical fence required (no invisible fence)

*Kids: Teens and Up

*Dogs: Gets along with other dogs after slow introductions

*Cats: No cats

*No small animals in the home as he likes to play the game of chase

*No apartments or condos
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Contact info

Pet ID
24-045
Contact
Phone
Address
Nevada, IA 50201

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

Vet check will be done prior to phone interview

3.

Home Check

All family members must attend.

Additional adoption info

We want to find the best possible home for our dogs. We have a thorough process. After the home visit and the volunteer submits their notes, we approve or deny.
If it is approved, the applicant's application will be forwarded to fosters to review. If they are selected, meet and greets take place to determine if it is a good fit. If so, both foster/applicant determine if they want to move forward.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa (GRRoIowa) is a rescue focusing on Golden Retrievers, Goldendoodles, Golden mixes and at times, honorary Goldens. With many years of rescue experience, we have formed a team of passionate, organized and dedicated volunteers.


All donations ever received will go towards the dogs – we will never have paid positions.

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