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Shawn

Young
Male
Medium

Golden Retriever

About Shawn

Los Angeles, CA

Breed

Golden RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Young

(1-3 years)

Male

Medium

(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Special Needs:

Shawn's Compatibility

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

Adoption Fee

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Shawn's Story

Meet Shawn Our Pocket-Sized Golden Boy! At just 1 year old and 34 pounds, Shawn may be small in size, but he has a heart as big as they come. This adorable little golden has had a difficult start in life. Shawn arrived at a shelter with an injured leg that required FHO (femoral head osteotomy) surgery. The wonderful shelter staff made sure he received the care he needed and couldn't say enough about what a sweet, friendly boy he was. They were so grateful when we agreed to welcome him into rescue. A team of amazing volunteers made the long drive to bring Shawn to our veterinary hospital, where he continues his recovery while being showered with love, care, and attention. In the short time Shawn has been with us, we've watched him blossom both physically and emotionally. When he first arrived, he was understandably sad and shut down, but each day his gentle, loving personality shines a little brighter. He truly has the sweetest soul. Shawn has already met several other dogs and has done very well with all of them. What he needs now is a forever home that will allow him to continue healing while surrounding him with the love, patience, and security he deserves. We want Shawn to learn that life will never be hard for him again. The good news is that Shawn is expected to make a full recovery and should be up and runningliterallywithin the next 2 to 3 months! If you're looking for a smaller-sized golden with a gentle spirit, soulful eyes, and a love of snuggling, Shawn just might be the perfect addition to your family. Could you be the happy ending this sweet boy has been waiting for? 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 Shawn Our Pocket-Sized Golden Boy!

At just 1 year old and 34 pounds, Shawn may be small in size, but he has a heart as big as they come.

This adorable little golden has had a difficult start in life. Shawn arrived at a shelter with an injured leg that required FHO (femoral head osteotomy) surgery. The wonderful shelter staff made sure he received the care he needed and couldn't say enough about what a sweet, friendly boy he was. They were so grateful when we agreed to welcome him into rescue.

A team of amazing volunteers made the long drive to bring Shawn to our veterinary hospital, where he continues his recovery while being showered with love, care, and attention.

In the short time Shawn has been with us, we've watched him blossom both physically and emotionally. When he first arrived, he was understandably sad and shut down, but each day his gentle, loving personality shines a little brighter. He truly has the sweetest soul.

Shawn has already met several other dogs and h

Consider Shawn for adoption?

How To Adopt

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

How can I adopt Shawn?

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 Shawn 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 Shawn?

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 Shawn, 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

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