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Samantha

Adult
Female
Large

Golden Retriever

About Samantha

Los Angeles, CA

Breed

Golden Retriever

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Female

Large

(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Special Needs:

Samantha's Compatibility

This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.
This pet has good compatibility with dogs.
This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.
This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Samantha's Story

Meet Samantha! With one twitch of her nose, Samantha is sure to cast a spell on your heart! This enchanting Golden Retriever is about 8 years old, weighs 60 pounds, and recently arrived in rescue alongside her faithful Darrin and adorable little Tabitha. While we haven't seen Endora swoop in on a cloud of smoke just yet, we're convinced she had a little something to do with bringing this magical trio safely into our lives. Believed to have been abandoned after spending years in a puppy mill, Samantha is finally getting the love, medical care, and kindness she has always deserved. And just like the Samantha we all remember, she has a gentle heart, a calm spirit, and a little magic that makes everyone around her smile. She's wonderful in the car (and rumor has it she'd be great on a broom, too! ), gets along well with other dogs, and is more than ready to leave her momma days behind. Now she's wishing for the one thing no magic spell can guarantee—a forever family to love her for the rest of her days. If only Samantha could twitch her nose... she'd make the puppy mill disappear, erase every sad memory, and have herself curled up on the couch with her forever family before Darrin could say, "Sam!" Until then, she needs a little help from all of us. Share Samantha's story and help us prove that the greatest magic of all isn't witchcraft—it's rescue, second chances, and the love of a forever home. GRCGLARescue adopts within the counties of Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego. Because we do require pre-adoption screening and post-adoption follow-up, we cannot support adoptions outside of this service area. If you have a current application on file and would like to inquire about this dog, please email adoptions@grcglarescue.org. Otherwise, please make sure to complete the online adopter application found at http://www.grcglarescue.org/adopt before sending your inquiry.

Meet Samantha!

With one twitch of her nose, Samantha is sure to cast a spell on your heart!

This enchanting Golden Retriever is about 8 years old, weighs 60 pounds, and recently arrived in rescue alongside her faithful Darrin and adorable little Tabitha. While we haven't seen Endora swoop in on a cloud of smoke just yet, we're convinced she had a little something to do with bringing this magical trio safely into our lives.

Believed to have been abandoned after spending years in a puppy mill, Samantha is finally getting the love, medical care, and kindness she has always deserved. And just like the Samantha we all remember, she has a gentle heart, a calm spirit, and a little magic that makes everyone around her smile.

She's wonderful in the car (and rumor has it she'd be great on a broom, too! ), gets along well with other dogs, and is more than ready to leave her momma days behind. Now she's wishing for the one thing no magic spell can guarantee—a forever family to love her for the rest

Consider Samantha for adoption?

How To Adopt

Samantha was listed as ADOPTABLE by Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue

How can I adopt Samantha?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

How can I find out if Samantha is a good fit for me?

Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue for details on the pet.

When can I meet Samantha?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Samantha, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue's Adoption Policy

Thank you for your interest and caring to adopt! The first step in the adoption process is to complete the online adoption application (link below). The next step is the in-home visit. GRCGLARescue does require a $25 donation to schedule this visit. This non-refundable donation helps to offset the costs associated with making our dogs ready to meet adopters, including providing veterinary care, boarding, and other needs. After your application is received, one of our volunteers will contact you. It may take 7-10 days to be contacted, as we receive many applications and volunteers are spread across many duties. The volunteer will schedule a home visit with you. Before submitting your application, please know that our current inventory of dogs is low and the level of applications continues at robust levels. Thus, it may take substantially longer to find a dog that matches the dog’s needs and your interests. The application and home visit are held open for 2 years. Please carefully review this eligibility information prior to submitting your adoption application: GRCGLARescue does not adopt dogs to homes with children under 7 years old unless we know that a particular dog has a solid, positive history living successfully with kids of a similar age to those in the potential adopter's home. As a rescue we receive very few dogs that meet this criterion. Finding a dog who is going to be safe with your kids will likely make your adoption process longer. This policy is for the safety and well-being of your families and our dogs. If you're patient and have realistic expectations about adoption, we'll be very happy to work with you. GRCGLARescue adopts within the counties of Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego. Because we do require pre-adoption screening and post-adoption follow-up, we cannot support adoptions outside of this service area. If you have any question about whether your city is part of our service area, please email us at info@grcglarescue.org GRCGLARescue cannot adopt dogs into homes where the number of pets currently meets or exceeds the limits set by your local municipal authority (city or county) or your HOA. If you’re not sure about the limits in your area, please contact your city hall, animal control authority and/or HOA to get that information. GRCGLA Rescue cannot adopt dogs to homes that have an invisible/electric fence as a source of containment. GRCGLARescue does not adopt dogs to rental applicants without written proof that the landlord will permit a dog the size of a Golden Retriever in their rental abode. This proof can be a copy of the lease having a clause allowing such a dog, or a separate written document of landlord approval and must be provided to one of our volunteers prior to a home visit being scheduled. Verbal assurances or “contingent” clauses requiring the identification of a specific dog prior to the landlord granting approval are not accepted. Additionally, we will require written proof of any additional pet security deposit required by the landlord being paid. GRCGLARescue does not guarantee that every prospective adopter/applicant will adopt a dog from us. Our goal is to find each of our dogs the best matched home, and we cannot provide any assurance to prospective adopters that we’ll be able to make a placement with them. Unfortunately, most applicants will not get a dog from us. The more flexible you are about your ideal dog the better your chances become. We recognize that you may be working with other rescues, as well as breeders, and visiting animal shelters too. No dogs can be certified as “service” or “comfort” by GRCGLARescue. All dogs are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and vet-checked prior to adoption. Adoption fee (effective April, 2025): Under 1 year $900 1-4 years $800 5-7 years $600 8-9 years $500 10+ years $300 https://www.cognitoforms.com/GRCGLARescue/AdoptionApplication