GRRoW functions entirely through the work of its volunteer board of directors, coordinators, coordinator assistants, clerical support and volunteers (all positions are un-paid).
GRRoW relies solely on donations to cover the cost of each Golden in its care.
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Donations |
Golden Retriever Rescue of Wisconsin, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming Golden Retrievers who are surrendered to us from shelters, harmful situations or because their owners can no longer keep them.
Our organization is funded by private donations, fundraisers and the sale of merchandise.
GRRoW survives via financial support and through the work of volunteers who love Golden Retrievers. With rising professional costs for medical/rehabilitative care, your tax deductible donation will help us to continue our mission to save Goldens who deserve a long and fulfilling life.
Donations are welcomed and appreciated in any amount and can be made by mailing a check or by using your MasterCard or VISA.
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Canine Cancer - Fund of the Month |
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Cancer in Golden RetrieversWhen we're asked for our medical history at our doctor's office, we usually know if we may be at risk for particular diseases based on whether others in our family have been affected. To identify disease risks in our pets isn't always that easy. That is starting to change though, and Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) is leading the way in identifying risk factors of cancer in dogs. MAF and the Golden Retriever Foundation recently agreed to fund a new major canine cancer study—Discovery and Characterization of Heritable and Somatic Cancer Mutations in Golden Retrievers, or the MADGiC Project (Making Advanced Discoveries in Golden Cancers). This three-year, $1 million project is slated to start this summer and is part of MAF's Canine Cancer Campaign, a worldwide effort to prevent, treat and, ultimately, cure this disease in dogs. You might ask, "why golden retrievers?" Not only are they one of the most popular breeds in America, but they also have the highest incidence of cancer. An estimated 60 percent of these dogs die of cancer, and hemangiosarcoma and lymphoma—which affect many breeds—account for more than 30 percent of the deaths in goldens. These scary statistics make golden retrievers one of the most logical breeds to study to determine hereditary risk factors of cancer. Although breed propensity to cancer was first reported in goldens 30 years ago, the relationship between inherited traits and vulnerability to these cancers is still not known. Even though this research focuses on goldens, however the results will be of interest to all dog owners because these cancers affect every breed and cause the deaths of tens of thousands of dogs each year. The findings of this study could contribute to the ongoing efforts to learn more about cancer and, ultimately, its prevention in all dog breeds and possibly in humans and other species. One of the principal investigators, Dr. Jamie Modiano, from the University of Minnesota, has been researching similar issues in cancer for more than 12 years. "One of the questions that comes up repeatedly is, 'Why does the prevalence for cancer seem to be much higher in golden retrievers,'" he says. "This study is an opportunity for us to be able to focus on that question and make an important contribution toward answering it." Owners of golden retrievers diagnosed with lymphoma or hemangiosarcoma can participate in this research by working with their veterinarian to donate a small tumor and/or blood sample; blood samples from healthy goldens over 12 years of age are also needed. More information about sample donation can be found at www.breenlab.org, www.modianolab.org and www.dogdna.org, or contact Rhonda Hovan at rhondahovan@aol.com or 330.668.0044. For more about the Canine Cancer Campaign, visit www.CureCanineCancer.org. Please donate to GRRoW to help us help the goldens in our care diagnosed with cancer! |
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Special Needs Fund |
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The special needs fund covers all extraordinary medical expenses such as medication for seizure dogs, hip surgery, cancer biopsy and any and all expenses which are not part of routine vet care. |
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General Donations |
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Approximate Cost Examples per Dog Frontline Plus flea/tick preventative and heartworm preventative: $20/dog/month Vet exam, vaccinations: $200-$350 Spay or neuter: $100-$200 Heartworm treatment: $300-$400 |
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Bequests |
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Pick 'n Save We Care Program |
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iGive.com |
Check out the online mall at iGive.com. You can shop at more than 680 stores such as Land's End, Barnes & Noble, Doctors Foster & Smith, Target and so many other popular stores. Up to 25% of the cost of your online purchase is donated to GRRoW! Membership is free, and periodically, iGive offers great specials.
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Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance Dog & Cat Food |
GRRoW receives a rebate from every redeemed Natural Balance UPC code and receipt. Mail UPC codes and receipts to:
GRRoW
Attn: Jeanne Rufflo
4108 N. Morris Blvd.
Shorewood, WI 53211
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Purina Pro Plan Weight Circles |
GRRoW received free dog food and merchandise from every weight circle (not UPC symbol) from Purina Pro Plan dog products. Mail weight circles to:
Purina Project Coordinator - WI
Attn: Carol Gibbons
10090 Jacobsen Road
Camp Douglas, WI 54618
Goodsearch.com
Use goodsearch.com as your search engine (like Google or Yahoo), select Golden Retriever Rescue as your charity recipient and every time you search Web sites via Goodsearch, GRRoW receives a profit!
1-800-PetMeds Partner Program
GRRoW receives 10% of the total amount of fee-qualifying products purchased by each new and unique customer (meaning a customer who does not currently exist in the 1-800-PetMeds database) referred by you who successfully purchases fee-qualifying products from 1-800-PetMeds using our code GRROW.
http://www.1800petm eds.com/partner/
Fee-Qualifying Products:
The following products will be considered fee-qualifying products:
- Non-prescription (over-the-counter or OTC) products
- Health and nutritional supplies
- Toys and treats
*This does not replace veterinary care for our foster dogs.
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Tennis Ball Canisters |
Tennis ball canisters featuring a special needs dog can be placed in various pet stores, vet offices, grocery stores, or any other participating establishment that will allow you to collect funds for GRRoW. We've raised more than $1,300 since 2007 from this awesome program!
If interested, please contact Kim Kreimann, k9house1@juno.com for a tennis ball canister.
Recycling Aluminum Cans
Recycling aluminum cans is an easy way to make money for GRRoW.
Below are some collecting tips:
- Collect them at work. school, your vet clinic, pet store or church (set up a special spot of can collections and label it with a GRRoW sign)
- Collect them at home.
- Mention it to neighbors, family and friends and they can help out too.
After recycling cans at your local recycling center, please send your profit in the form of a check, payable to GRRoW to:
GRRoW
Attention: Bookeeper
310 N. 11th Street
Cornell, WI 54732
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GRRoW's Wish List |
Premium dog food (Wellness, Taste of the Wild, California Natural, Fromm, Innova, Canidae, American Natural Premium, to name a a few)
Stainless steel dog bowls
Baby/dog gates
Crates (preferably large or extra-large wire)
Grooming supplies
Printing services / copy paper
New leashes/collars
Items for raffle baskets
New dog beds
Blankets
Stamps & Business Envelopes
File folders
Dog toys: Kongs, Nylabones, Interactive toys, etc. (new or gently used)
Do you have a service or item you wish to donate? If so, please contact GRRoW at contact@grrow.org.
In-kind donations help lower administrative expenses. Therefore, monetary contributions can be directed toward medical needs for the Goldens in GRRoW's care.
Need a receipt? Just let us know and we'll send one to you.
GRRoW is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, therefore, your donations are tax-deductible.