SEVA GRREAT Homecoming Picnic – Newport News

Sunday, September 13,  1pm – 4pm

News City Park 13564 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News -Shelter # 20 (map)

 

ATTENTION ALL GOLDENS!!

You do not want to miss this event. There are games to play and treats to eat! You can catch a ball or catch up with old friends and make new ones, because, let’s face it, most of you have never met another dog that wasn’t your immediate friend, right!

Bring your people (big & small) and your canine siblings, even if they’re not Goldens.

We would LOVE to see as many of our adopted Goldens and their families as possible!!

Stay tuned to our website for details as the date gets closer!

Expect an awsome time, rain or shine.

 

AND, don’t forget, it is the annual roll-out of our new CALENDAR!!  Bring $10 for each calendar you would like to purchase.  We will have plenty.  Think ahead for Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers!

BISSELL’s Annual Pet Foundation Contest Through 12/19/2014

It’s that time again! BISSELL Pet Foundation is giving homeless pets Hope for the Holidays! Click over to their page, like ’em, and comment on their post daily for your chance to win a BOLT ION Pet vacuum AND help our Goldens. The contest continues through the 19th with new giveaways every day!

Did you know that 72% of BISSELL Associates own pets compared to the national average of 60-65%? How many pets have you adopted into your home?Like the BISSELL Pet Foundation Facebook page & comment on its post with your answer by 11:59 p.m. EST today to WIN a BISSELL® BOLT™ ION PET 2-in-1 Lightweight Cordless Vacuum and the gift of cleaning on the go!

https://www.facebook.com/BissellPetFoundation?hc_location=timeline

Yorktown Toyland Parade – December 13th

WHEN:     Sat, December 13, 12:30pm – 2:00pm

WHERE:  Riverwalk Landing (map)

Join SEVA GRREAT goldens and their favorite people again this year….it’s part of Yorktown Market Days at Riverwalk Landing. The event runs from 8 am – 3 pm, featuring unique items for the holiday season, food, flowers, art, and holiday music.

The parade should start around 1:30 pm and will feature the Yorktown Fife and Drum Club, Polar Express, and more. What could be more fun than sharing the Christmas spirit while helping our SEVA GRREAT Goldens spread word about the rescue and find their forever homes! Visit htttp://riverwa​lklanding.com for more information.

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Virginia Beach Christmas Parade – Nov 22nd!

WHEN:     Sat, November 22, 4:30pm – 8:00pm

WHERE:  Town Center, Virginia Beach

Mark your calendars! Get digging in the attic to find your holiday finest! Round up those jingle bell collars! We’ve had a wonderful turnout the past few years, and know that everyone (humans and dogs) had an AMAZING experience. You won’t want to miss out on it this year!! It’s time again to show off our SEVA GRREAT Goldens at the Light up the Town Parade in Virginia Beach. We’re stepping off promptly at 6:00 PM from a NEW LOCATION: Bank Street, between Independence Blvd and Market Street, and the adjacent parking lot. Because of the new building being constructed at Town Center, the parade route has changed some. Our Goldens and their people should be there NO LATER than 5:15 pm. Parade participants are encouraged to park vehicles not participating in the parade in any of the free parking garages located around Town Center. Our Goldens are always a highlight of the parade. We can’t wait to see you there to spread some Christmas cheer and awareness for SEVA GRREAT. Be sure to check your email and our Facebook page for any last minute updates!!

This is too funny for words!

A Golden Welcome

We need pictures for the 2016 Calendar!

Without your wonderful photos, there can be no calendar!

Hey, all you beautiful Goldens, DON’T BE LAZY!  Get your human companions to keep their cameras on hand for all the cute moments you provide.  YOU, TOO, could be in the 2016 Calendar!

We are in dire need of seasonal pictures to fill our empty calendar.  Last year we had to beg for fall and Halloween pics.  We did get a couple of really GRREAT ones but I know there are more out there to be discovered.

You may now submit your pictures year-round at calendar@adoptagolden.com.  Send them as you take them.  We are at work 24/7.

If you don’t have your 2015 Calendar yet, look for it at one of our upcoming events or order it on line at http://www.adoptagolden.com.

Thanks for your continued support  of our beloved dogs.

 

 

 

 

Busy Weekend Ahead!

Henrico Humane Society PET EXPO – Richmond

When:  Saturday, October 25, 10am – 4pm

Where:  Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 East Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA

Learn more about becoming involved with SEVA GRREAT and meet some adoptable Goldens. Plus, get your SEVA GRREAT 2015 Calendars and merchandise in plenty of time for the holidays! The 15th Annual Pet Expo is a unique indoor event where you can bring your pet to enjoy a day of fun and excitement with the whole family! Over 75 exhibitors that sell animal-related goods and services will be on hand, plus many animal rescue groups. Activities are scheduled throughout the day, many of which you can do with your pet!

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POOCHAPALOOZA HOWL’OWEEN – Hampton

When:  Saturday, October 25, 1pm – 4pm

Where:  Ridgeway Park, 85 E. Mercury Boulevard, Hampton, VA 23669

Come visit SEVA GRREAT again this fall for a fun event. Dress your pet in his or her favorite “Howl’oween” costume, enter them in a contest, and enjoy vendors and entertainment sure to delight all pets and their owners. We hope to have many of our Goldens and their humans there to help spread the word about SEVA GRREAT.

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YAPPY HOURS at Keswick Vineyards – Keswick

When:  Sunday, October 26, 12pm – 3pm

Where:  1575 Keswick Winery Dr, Keswick, VA 22947

Join us for a new event to have fun, share the word about SEVA GRREAT, and help adoptable Goldens. While this location may be a bit outside our “typical” coverage area, it’s a great opportunity to help more Goldens in need. Come join us with your pups if you can. And be sure to have your pup dressed in their Halloween best for the costume contest!!

Yappy Hours! Every Sunday Keswick Vineyards is a big supporter of rescuing animals (we have 16 rescued dogs and cats of our own!) and so Yappy Hours is a weekly event, in which we invite local animal shelters to visit and bring their furry friends that are in need of homes. Everyone is invited to come out and bring their own furry friends and enjoy the company of all, with the end goal being to find some homes for these animals in need. For every bottle opened during Yappy Hours Keswick Vineyards donates a dollar to the visiting animal rescue shelter!

Meet Lacey

Meet 4 year old Lacey! She came to SEVA GRREAT after being left at a veterinarian’s office to be euthanized because her extreme weight made her almost immobile. This pretty plus sized girl weighed in at 139 pounds – about twice her healthy weight. Needless to say, she had trouble getting around without the assistance of one or two people. She had to be lifted with a towel just to stand up and then taking 2 or 3 steps was her limit before needing to rest for about 10 minutes.

Our vets expressed concern that both of her ACLs were possibly torn and put her on pain medication in an effort to help immediately relieve her discomfort. Lacey also suffers from Nephrotic Syndrome, a kidney disorder. Lacey is now on special prescription food, special supplements and blood pressure medication.

Despite all of her complications, this beautiful blonde has been incredibly friendly, loving and thankful during all the daily care she requires. Her spirit and positive attitude never takes a break. This sweet girl unconditionally has a smile and wagging tail for everyone she meets. Her story is improving weekly. In the short 4 months she has been in SEVA GRREAT’s care not only has she lost about 20 pounds, she has become very mobile and even able to play ball again. She recently mastered climbing a ramp that allows her to get in and out of the car with ease. Every new obstacle she conquers just makes her happier and happier.

While weekly swims at the local dog swim club are expensive, they have proven to be the safest and most helpful exercise she can get. In addition to her swims, Lacey also enjoys short walks and fetching a ball.

We know the future holds GRREAT things for this extra special SEVA GRREAT girl. She will continue with her current treatment plan of swimming, walking, medications and special food for the next two months and then her Vets will reevaluate her weight and knees for a possible surgery. Donations will help her keep swimming, eating the right foods, taking her important medications and knee surgery that will allow her to enjoy a full, playful life.

Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_Er7WjECcM&feature=youtu.be