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Golden Retriever puppies and dogs in San Diego, California

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These Golden Retrievers are available in San Diego, California.
We'll also keep you updated on Bear's adoption status with email updates.
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Bear

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Bear Is Looking For A Forever Home!! Bear is a young high energy dog that is house trained, crate trained, dog social and ready to find his forever home! Bear is a golden retriever mix that is very excitable; loves to run and likes hugs and kisses. Bear knows his basic commands like sit and "Where is the ball?" He still needs some work on jumping up and not resource guarding. We are going to say he would do best with older consider kids because he is very mouthy. Bear is a sweet boy who needs a home that understands he is a high energy dog and needs structure, exercise, and training. Email labradorsandfriends@yahoo.com or fill out our online application at www.labradorsandfriends.org. Bear is located in Southern California.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.June 30, 2024, 2:56 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Oso's adoption status with email updates.
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Oso

Golden Retriever Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Come and meet us at our Adoption event: this Saturday 10/22 from 11 am to 3 p.m. at the Grossmont Mall -5500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942 We will be between Macy's and Panera please look for us under Aaofus - Animal Advocates of the us. No appointments will be needed for this event - If you are not able to make it please read below for more information -s Aaofus.org Angels for dogs and cats rescue 619-576-0747 texts 24/7
We'll also keep you updated on Bonita's adoption status with email updates.
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Bonita

Golden Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please come to our adoption event to meet her and other of our rescued puppies, dogs, and kittens this weekend - Saturday 11/26 from 3:30 to 5:30 outside Petsmart (NOT Petco as they are located on the same street and people gets confused) Petsmart is next to Trader Joe's and Panda:) 1660 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 - Please scroll all the way down to learn more about Bonita. Bonita is about 7 to 8 months old - She has all the color of a Golden Retriever and temperament. She is also a Red nose American Pit Bull Terrier blends. Her momma is a beautiful female young dog with a wonderful temperament, but we don’t know who papa is, other than a rolling stone…! because she is a rescued kid. She has the special trait of smiling:) she wrinkles her nose and shows her smile like the cartoon Scooby-Doo :) Her momma's name is Momma Gummy Bear; she was a pup who grew on a hill and abandoned and she gave birth couple times; Bonita is from the litter of her 1st pups. Her second litter of 12 all died :( We were able to rescue Momma bear, Bonita and sister Chula. Bonita has been rescued for couple months now and has completed her wellness program of vaccinations, deworming and she has been spayed. She has also been treated with Bravecto to prevent fleas and ticks. Bonita is now ready for her forever home; she is very social, friendly, healthy, and adorable. At this point, she will need basic training. She is crate trained as well. Bonita will be perfect for an active family who has the experience of these 2 wonderful breeds who can give you many hours of enjoyment and company. We are guessing will be medium-to-larger up to 55 pounds once full grown. Bonita plays wonderfully well with small and big dogs. She may bark at dogs at the beginning but once they sniff each other she is ready to play. She is happy, silly, and affectionate. She is great with kids and will make wonderful family buddies – she will be a great companion for anyone. Please open your home and hearts to our sweet and amazing 4 leg girl:) Please contact us at 619-576-0747 as 1st type of contact or email veronica.aaofus@gmail.com or visit our website at www.aaofus.org and complete our application at the following link: http://aaofus.org/adoption-application.html . If approved, the adoption coordinator will reach out to you to schedule a Meet-and-Greet appointment. No appointments will be made unless we have received an application; therefore, we can match you with the best fit for you. Follow us on Instagram@aaofus where you can see more pics. Please allow 48 hours to process applications and respond back to set up appointments. Unfortunately, responses back to those who do not qualify are not possible due to high volume of applications. Donation Adoption fee includes up-to-date their 3 core puppy DHLPP vaccinations, spaying or neutering, deworming, flea medication, and a complementary health check up by a participating clinic near you. Please consider adopting one (or more!) of these fur babies! Due to high volume of calls; NO PHONE calls are accepted at this time - therefore, please text us or email us.- A minute of conscious - Please read:) We ask you Please to be SERIOUS adopters; as there have been so many people that are not ready. We set up meet & greet appointments, do a home visit or send them the address for some meet & greet locations, paperwork and suddenly they said they are not ready or spouse is not ready, etc. These fur kids have a very hard day the day of their appointment. Due to travelling we hold their food, so they won't get car sick. We bath them, some of them are schedule for grooming as you know it is stressful for them; then they have to travel with us picking up other rescued fur kids, and so on, it is a very stressful hard day for them for people to just cancel at last minute or not show up or do show up and just say they are not ready. Our time as well as your time is valuable. Please don't waste valuable time that is so precious for a rescued pet. Every single wasted time is a time that an animal will die because we didn't get to them on time to help them. In addition, of wasting gas and grooming fees which are paid by volunteers. Please take the time to put your shoes in the shoes of the volunteer and most of it to put your shoes on our rescued fur kids!! Please take a minute to tell yourself if you are ready to adopt and for this commitment. LIVE!! LOVE!! LAUGH!! ADOPT A RESCUED HOMELESS PET AND SAVE A LIFE!!
We'll also keep you updated on Laika - Miniature Golden's adoption status with email updates.
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Laika - Miniature Golden

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Come and meet our sweet, smart, playful, easy going, just adorable girl pur Laika, this Saturday June 15, 2024 from 2:30 to 4:30. at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave - Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA by Vons and CVS. You must love a dog that is so affectionated, ideal as a therapy dog, gets along with other dogs and cats and loves children and people. Just adorable. Adoption fee includes being spayed and she has all her 3 core puppy vaccines, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 as 1st choice of communication (no calls are accepted due to a high volume of calls) or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com Please complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at Aaofus.org - in order to get a meet & greet appointment your application must be received 1st. Thank you for saving lives by adopting from us
We'll also keep you updated on Amazing pups!Follow the litter's adoption status with email updates.
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Amazing pups!Follow the litter

Golden Retriever Australian Shepherd

Female, 3 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Today Saturday 06/15/24 Adoption Event from 11:30 to 4:30 pm...Follow the amazing and adorable litter of Mama Bella, our Golden Retriever blend girl, who came to us looking for food starving and running away from coyotes in the hills of Baja :( we didn't know she was pregnant and she has this wonderful 6 adorable balls of fur and personality waiting for their forever home:) These puppies have been hand-held from the day they were born by their foster parents:) no issues with their personalities - :) just be ready to get love:) Some of them may have some Rottweiller father - as we have one that is going to be a big boy - he is already a big boy - so similar to a Rottweiler colors but with a fur soft coat. We also have one of them with blue eyes and so similar to a Goldendoodle:) amazing personalities!! Come and meet our sweet, smart, playful, just adorable puppies!!, this Saturday June 15, 2024 from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave - Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA by Vons and CVS. Meet our sweet girls and boys fur babies: Ingrid (F), Bailey (F), Gracie (F), Captain (M), Little Bo (M), and Tanner (M) are now available for adoption! They are about 11 weeks old. Meet them at our Adopt-A-Pup-Athon adoption event!! don't miss it!!! we will be outside Petco! Adoption fee includes being spayed/neutered and they have received 2 of their 3 core puppy vaccines, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 as 1st choice of communication (no calls are accepted due to a high volume of calls) or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com Please complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at Aaofus.org - in order to get a meet & greet appointment your application must be received 1st. Thank you for saving lives by adopting from us:)
We'll also keep you updated on Melody Pup - Ditty's adoption status with email updates.
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Melody Pup - Ditty

Golden Retriever Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You will be singing a happy tune if you get the chance to adopt one of the Melody puppies! This trio of chunky fluff balls were born to beautiful Melody who looks to be a Golden Retriever and Shepherd mix and were rescued from a shelter where they were brought in as strays. We don't know who their dad was but think these puppies will be large when they are done growing. They are cuddly, loving puppies. They sleep together in a pen at night, love to make new friends, and enjoy playing with toys and with each other. Ditty is looking for a family that understands the time, patience, and energy needed to raise a young pup. We require all puppy adopters to provide training that includes: house training, basic training, leash training, and socialization. Additionally, this cutie is going to need proper exercise, mental stimulation, and your attention and love to grow up to be the best companion. We do not allow our dogs or puppies to sleep or live outside; they must be incorporated into your family and be made a priority in your life. In return, you will have the most loving and loyal family member you could ask for. If you think you are ready to add to your family by adopting a Melody pup, then fill out an adoption questionnaire on our website today! We recommend completing the questionnaire and connecting with an adoption coach before looking for a dog or puppy you'd like to adopt. If you're already approved to adopt or if you've adopted from Labs and More before, connect with your adoption coach for the next steps. Your interest in adopting a rescued dog or puppy from Labs and More Rescue is appreciated! Please find our adoption information at www.labsandmore.org. Your adoption donation provides funding for Labs and More, a nonprofit organization which is supported solely by Volunteers and funded by donations. Good news is your adoption donation can be considered tax deductible. So much care is provided to your new dog prior to the adoption, including: spay and neuter, microchip, veterinarian visit(s), vaccinations, and other medical care as needed. Many of the dogs we rescue require extensive surgeries and care prior to adoption. Please understand we are unable to predict future behavior or medical needs of your adopted dog. We provide no guarantees regarding behavior, breed, or age of the dogs. Thank you for rescuing. Thank you for looking to Adopt a Labrador Retriever or other Mixed Breed Dog from California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue. Please take a moment and go to www.labsandmore.org and click on Adopt to complete our online dog adoption application. If you have any questions email us at doginfo@labsandmore.org or call us at 858-273-5386. Thank you for looking to a rescue group to fulfill your dream of adding a new dog to your life! Dogs + Love = FamilyJuly 1, 2024, 12:33 am

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These Golden Retrievers are available for adoption close to San Diego, California.
We'll also keep you updated on Six's adoption status with email updates.
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Six

Golden Retriever Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 5 yrs 4 mos
Bonita, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Six!  He came to us after spending six months on a hill after escaping the shelter where he was housed.  Two months prior, he had been relinquised by a family reporting his primary peson for his first four years of life had passed away.  He was confused, scared and took off while on a walk with a volunteer.  With no sightings for months it was assumed he was gone forever until that first call came in of a dog needing help.  Six had taken up residence in the rough terrain of a college campus hillside where he could avoid the high traffic area with cars and people, he could stay hidden and come and go without being noticed.  Once trapped and identfied as the dog assumed gone forever we planned a way to make space so his shelter days were over and his rehab could begin. Six came to us clearly having had human experiences.  He knew Sit, Shake and once feeling safe welcomed touch, affection and even liked to lean.  Unfortunately due to a lack of life exposure before his shelter expeerience, trauma from six months on his own in survival mode or a combination of both Six struggled with anything beyond a calm and controlled environment.  He has spent the last few months working on his confidence and now enjoys his outings and is on the regular list of participants for pack walks and adoption events.  He LOVES food, is eager to please (or always seeks to not do wrong) and learns quickly with a calm approach.  He still struggles with meeing new men but once sure he is safe lets them completely in.  Don't let his age fool you.  He still acts lke he's two and looks forward to every opportunity to be the center of attention, play with those around him and avoids conflict with other dogs. He is now ready to graduate to a foster or foster to adopt home where he can refresh his real life skills rather than continue in a kennel setting.  He would do best with a neutral and balanced dog.  Due to his confidence building older children would be best.  He is an extreme flight risk so someone as committed to his safety as loving. him is a must.  Because of my Flight Risk I cannot be left unattended in a yard, crate training is a must when you are gone, tight grip on the leash is a must on adventures and my new family must be aware of open doors and windows.  No off leash activites for life in unfenced areas.  I need to stay safe.  Are you ready to help me land my forever? ##1958533##
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Stellaq

Golden Retriever

Female, Young
Cardiff, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
. He is looking for a family and home to call his own. Blue is eager to find a family he can settle in with and share his love. Contact us if you think you can give Blue a forever home. About 4 months old He is up to date on all vaccines and microchipped He is our 45,000 square foot dog sanctuary/on site hospital that helps 1,500 dogs yearly. We do not have a central location to see our dogs. Meeting any dog is by appointment ONLY currently. Appointments can be set up to meet any dog in San Diego. If you are interested in a particular dog please FILL OUT an Adoption Application at our website @ http://bajadogrescue.org/ready-to-adopt/adopt and we can schedule you for an appointment to meet with a particular dog if it is available. We do require an application if you are interested in adoption. If you are interested in potentially adopting, please fill out an application at http://bajadogrescue.org/ready-to-adopt/adopt. You can see the dogs we have available for adoption on our website at http://bajadogrescue.org/helter-dogs/ Text only 702-637-0895 -no phone calls e-mail info@bajadogrescue.org Please check out our FAQ's page at http://bajadogrescue.org/faqs/. Questions? Check out our adopt fee $150.We do not have a central location to see our dogs.  Meeting any dog is by appointment ONLY currently. Appointments can be set up to meet any dog in San Diego. Currently we are unable to do any out-of-state adoptions. If you are interested in a particular dog please FILL OUT an Adoption Application at our website @ http://bajadogrescue.org/ready-to-adopt/adopt and we can schedule you for an appointment to meet with a particular dog if it is available. We do require an application if you are interested in adoption.  If you are interested in potentially adopting please fill out an application at http://bajadogrescue.org/ready-to-adopt/adopt. Your application will be reviewed and you will be placed on a waiting list for the dog(s). If your name comes up on the waiting list(s) we will contact you. You can see the dogs we have available for adoption on our website at http://bajadogrescue.org/shelter-dogs/ Please check out our FAQ's page at http://bajadogrescue.org/faqs/. Questions? Check out our Ready to Adopt page at http://bajadogrescue.org/ready-to-adopt/. June 24, 2024, 7:20 pm
We'll also keep you updated on EVANTUALLY The MOTHER LOVER's adoption status with email updates.
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EVANTUALLY The MOTHER LOVER

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Encinitas, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Evan simply LOVES Mothers! He's absolutely a MAMA's Boy! AND if there is BOTH a Mama...and a GRANDMA in your home, he will be simply ECSTATIC! You can whisper sweet nothings into his golden shell-like ear. He will adore you, and follow you and guard your heart! (And, if there are vermin in the yard, they had best beware- Master Evan will NOT tolerate an untidy yard! They will be dispatched quickly and professionally.) This boy LOVES CUDDLING! This boy LOVES hanging where ever you are! This boy will make sure that YOU get your walks every day, and stay good and HEALTHY! YES, its true he DOES like Dads, too. AND he has the MOST HILARIOUS FACIAL EXPRESSIONS we have EVER seen in ANY CANINE anywhere. He gives the SIDE-EYE. He LAUGHS. He SMILES! It's just a question of time until a Hollywood Agent signs him up for a Netflix Special! AND what can we say about those EXPRESSIVE EYEBROWS? He slings them around like he is channeling GROUCHO MARX! YOU will be ROLLING with laughter, this boy is simply an entertainment center. This GOLDEN BOY is the BEST of MANY EXCELLENT BREEDS! He brings JOY and LOVE where ever he goes. INVITE EVAN to YOUR home. Do YOU have the IDEAL HOME for an AMAZING doggy like Evan? You have a LARGE YARD to frolick, throw balls, enjoy ZOOMIES! You have one or more family membes home most of the time. You have experience with medium size doggies who LOVE LOVE LOVE to be with you, to LEARN new things, enjoy STRUCTURE and PLAY! YOU love daily engaging with a highly responsive, smart canine who LOVES his kibble and treats! If this is YOU and YOUR FAMILY, QUICKLY CONTACT OUR RESCUE with your PHONE number and schedule a specific TIME AND DAY to speak with one of our sweet volunteer ADOPTION COUNSELORS NOW! ---------- Please be advised that we do NOT adopt outside of San Diego County/
We'll also keep you updated on Rooster's adoption status with email updates.
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Rooster

Golden Retriever Great Pyrenees

Male, Young
Encinitas, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rooster is a 1 year old male Golden Retriever/Great Pyrenees mix who is an absolute sweetheart who loves to cuddle and play. He is GREAT with other dogs, and will play at the dog beach for hours with any dogs who will play with him. He loves to run off leash (he's a great running buddy, but he'll tire after 2 miles), swim in any body of water, fetch anything you throw, snuggle up on your lap (all 75lbs of him) and chase any and all lizards in the yard. He's very obedient around the house with commands and is crate trained and knows to leave human food alone. He has a wonderful disposition and loves going out to restaurants, bars, etc. It breaks our hearts to part with Rooster, but his size and energy level have led to some close calls with our infant daughter. We believe he deserves a home where he can thrive without restrictions. If you can provide Rooster with the love, attention, and space he needs, please contact us for more information!
We'll also keep you updated on Winston Churchill's adoption status with email updates.
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Winston Churchill

Golden Retriever Great Pyrenees

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello I am Winston Churchill a huge and gorgeous golden retriever and Great Pyrenees mix of 2 years old, I am very playful and a bit strong on the leash and I am very loving. I love people and dogs. I am house broken and crate trained. If interested go to www.k9connectionpetadoption.org or Call Vicky at 7606722258 No kids under 16 years old no cats and someone need ti be retired or working from home, no cats
We'll also keep you updated on Dallas's adoption status with email updates.
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Dallas

Golden Retriever

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dallas is a gorgeous purebred golden retriever of 1 y old and 60 pounds. He has energy and loves to fetch, he walks well on the leash and he is totally crate trained. Dallas is not dogs or other pets friendly unfortunately, he might be able to be trained to like dogs but at the moment he requires a home with no other pets. He never lived with children’s so has to be no children under 16 years old. His family should be working from home or be retired. If interested go to www.k9connectionpetadoption.org and fill out the adoption application for him

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Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group

2307 Fenton Parkway #107-160, San Diego, CA 92108

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A Way Home For Dogs

5073 Central Ave, #2001, Bonita, CA 91908

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Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon, CA 92122

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Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon, CA 92122

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Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon, CA 92122

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Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon, CA 92122

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California Labradors Retrievers and More

San Diego, CA 92121

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California Labradors Retrievers and More

San Diego, CA 92121

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California Labradors Retrievers and More

San Diego, CA 92121

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Thrive Animal Rescue, Inc.

13875 Old El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130

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