Ozzy

I have an Adoption Pending but hope you will consider one of our other dogs in need. Thank you!<br/><br/>Thank you for your interest in Ozzy! We are not accepting any additional applications at this time. <br/><br/><br/>For the first two years of his life, Ozzy didn't know the comfort of a warm couch or the joy of being part of everyday family life. He spent his days outside on a chain with a family in Louisiana. They shared that he was wonderful with their children, but when a third baby arrived, they made the decision to give him up. Now Ozzy has a second chance—and he's making the most of every kind word, gentle touch, and belly rub!<br/><br/>This handsome, long-legged boy is about 2 years old and currently weighs 59 pounds, though he'd love to fill out to around 70 pounds. Every day, his goofy, affectionate personality shines a little brighter. Ozzy absolutely adores people. In fact, he's so thrilled to have human attention that he sometimes forgets his manners and tries to "hug" you by wrapping his front legs around you. It's not bad behavior—it's simply the sweetest dog who's making up for lost time. With consistent training, he's already learning that four paws on the floor earn him all the love he could want.<br/><br/>Ozzy is smart, eager to please, and loves being told he's a good boy. He sits politely for treats, takes them gently, walks nicely on a leash and happily returns to his kennel when asked. His kennel stays clean, a good sign he is house-broken, and he enjoys having a blanket and a few toys to call his own. He has that perfect young-dog energy—happy zoomies one minute, then content to sit quietly beside you soaking up pets and affection the next. Watching him romp around the yard is pure joy, but what melts your heart is how often he checks back in with his person, just to make sure you're still there.<br/><br/>Ozzy gets along well with the dogs he's met and has shown no signs of aggression. He'd likely enjoy a canine companion, but he'd also be perfectly happy as your one-and-only best friend. His cat compatibility is still unknown.<br/><br/>Ozzy would thrive with an active family willing to continue his training and give him the life he's always deserved. A fenced yard, regular walks or jogs, plenty of playtime, and lots of affection would make him one very happy boy. And if you catch him splashing in his water bowl, don't be surprised. Maybe swimming opportunities would be on Ozzy's wish list too. Most of all, he's looking for someone who will never leave him behind again.<br/><br/>After spending the beginning of his life on the end of a chain, Ozzy is ready to spend the rest of it attached to your heart. Could you be the family that finally shows this sweet, affectionate boy what "forever" truly means?<br/><br/>Ozzy has been brought up-to-date on vaccinations, is micro-chipped, neutered, and heartworm negative. He has been given a Proheart-6 injection for 6 months of heartworm prevention. If you're ready for a loyal companion who's equal parts athlete, comedian, and cuddle bug, Travis is waiting to meet you! Ozzy will be ready to travel north in mid September to be adopted. <br/><br/>If you are already approved to adopt through SGRR, please contact Cheryl Kewley at: ckewley123@gmail.com to be considered. <br/> <br/>Rescued dogs come with a range of needs - from behavioral to emotional to medical. When approved applicants adopt such dogs, they agree to become an important, forever part of their life journey by continuing the rehabilitation we have begun. <br/><br/>If not yet approved for adoption, please visit our website to learn more and to submit an online application: http://sunshinegoldenrescue.com/adoption-info1.html <br/><br/>Please direct any questions regarding your application status to: ckewley123@gmail.com <br/><br/>Thank you!<br/> <br/>ABOUT OUR RESCUE<br/>Before being approved to adopt, all potential adopters will be required to complete our online application and participate in our pre-adoption review process. The process includes the completion of an online application, a reference from the applicants' vet, a phone interview, and a visit to the applicants' home. The application process helps us determine what type of Golden would be best suited for the applicants' life style. In some cases, the specific dog you are interested in may have found a home before this process is complete or further assessment may indicate that this dog is not the right match for your family. We are frequently getting new Goldens in need of a home, so we encourage you to apply and complete the application process so that when the right dog comes along you will be ready. <br/><br/>The information provided on each dog is based on the observations of our vets, volunteers, fosters, and when available, trainers. While we do our best to report any and all issues, SGRR does not make any guarantees as to the health or temperament of any dog. Dogs evolve differently in different environments and we cannot predict with any certainty how the dog you adopt will behave and adapt in your home.<br/><br/><br/> ADOPTION FEES - Effective October 1, 2024<br/><br/>PUREBRED DOGS <br/>$1000 Purebred puppies, up to 6 months <br/> $800 Purebred dogs, 6 months - 6 years <br/> $650 Purebred dogs, 7 - 9 years <br/> $550 Purebred dogs, 10 years and up <br/><br/> $650 Young dogs with special needs <br/> $500 Senior dogs with special needs <br/><br/>$1600 Pairs of Purebred Puppies, up to 6 months<br/>$1400 Bonded pair - young purebred dogs <br/>$1000 Bonded pair - senior dogs 7 years & up <br/> <br/>MIXED BREED DOGS<br/> $850 Up to 6 months <br/> $750 6 months - 6 years <br/> $650 7 - 9 years <br/> $550 10 years and up <br/><br/> $650 Young dogs with special needs <br/> $500 Senior dogs with special needs <br/><br/>$1000 Bonded pair - young dogs <br/> $900 Bonded pair - senior dogs 7 years & up <br/><br/>A contract is signed on the day of adoption. Under the terms of the contract, all adopters are required to bring their SGRR dog to a vet within 7 business days. All dogs receive basic veterinary care prior to adoption. However, if an adopter's vet identifies an illness that an adopter is not willing to treat, then the dog may be returned and a full refund would be provided. <br/><br/>Most of our dogs are fostered in private homes. We do not have a facility to visit. We are committed to our dogs before, during, and after adoption! To this end, the rescue retains an interest in each dog and our dogs can never be surrendered, re-homed, or sold. Should an adopter no longer be able to keep their SGRR dog, SGRR must be notified so that we can take the dog back into rescue and place it into another home. We reserve the right to remove a dog at any time should we find the adopter is no longer providing proper care. Adopters agree to follow up visits as needed. <br/><br/>Please be a ray of light for this Sunshine dog and make a tax deductible donation toward medical care and other expenses. Every cent of your generosity goes directly toward the care of a Sunshine dog.<br/><br/>Please visit our website at: http://sunshinegoldenrescue.com to learn more about our rescue and to make a Donation to support Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue. <br/><br/>THANK YOU!

I have an Adoption Pending but hope you will consider one of our other dogs in need. Thank you!

Thank you for your interest in Ozzy! We are not accepting any additional applications at this time.


For the first two years of his life, Ozzy didn't know the comfort of a warm couch or the joy of being part of everyday family life. He spent his days outside on a chain with a family in Louisiana. They shared that he was wonderful with their children, but when a third baby arrived, they made the decision to give him up. Now Ozzy has a second chance—and he's making the most of every kind word, gentle touch, and belly rub!

This handsome, long-legged boy is about 2 years old and currently weighs 59 pounds, though he'd love to fill out to around 70 pounds. Every day, his goofy, affectionate personality shines a little brighter. Ozzy absolutely adores people. In fact, he's so thrilled to have human attention that he sometimes forgets his manners and tries to "hug" you by wrapping his front legs around

I have an Adoption Pending but hope you will consider one of our other dogs in need. Thank you!

Thank you for your interest in Ozzy! We are not accepting any additional applications at this time.


For the first two years of his life, Ozzy didn't know the comfort of a warm couch or the joy of being part of everyday family life. He spent his days outside on a chain with a family in Louisiana. They shared that he was wonderful with their children, but when a third baby arrived, they made the decision to give him up. Now Ozzy has a second chance—and he's making the most of every kind word, gentle touch, and belly rub!

This handsome, long-legged boy is about 2 years old and currently weighs 59 pounds, though he'd love to fill out to around 70 pounds. Every day, his goofy, affectionate personality shines a little brighter. Ozzy absolutely adores people. In fact, he's so thrilled to have human attention that he sometimes forgets his manners and tries to "hug" you by wrapping his front legs around you. It's not bad behavior—it's simply the sweetest dog who's making up for lost time. With consistent training, he's already learning that four paws on the floor earn him all the love he could want.

Ozzy is smart, eager to please, and loves being told he's a good boy. He sits politely for treats, takes them gently, walks nicely on a leash and happily returns to his kennel when asked. H