GRREAT Times Summer 2019 by Southeastern Virginia Golden Retriever Education And Training, Inc

Summer 2019

Give Local 757 Results • Heart Disease and Diet Link • Membership Meeting

CONTENTS GRREAT Times is a quarterly publication of SEVA GRREAT, Inc., an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to finding homes for homeless Golden Retrievers.

3 .. President’s Message

For more information, call our Hotline at 757-827-8561 or visit our web site at www.sevagrreat.org.

4 .. Adoptions

To contact the newsletter editor with suggestions, comments, or send materials and photos for inclusion, send an e-mail to grreattimes@adoptagolden.com, or write Attn.: Newsletter Editor, PO Box 8014, Yorktown, VA 23693.

6 .. Yellow Dog Project

SEVA GRREAT disclaims all responsibility for omissions or errors.

7 .. Give Local 757 Results

Submitting Stories and Photos

10 .. Heart Disease and Diet Link

We have decided to make “homecoming” a feature in each newsletter to feature dogs that have been adopted from us over the years. Send us a picture (identify everyone in it, please) with your dog’s name, when you adopted it, your name and a few words or more about your dog. Full length stories are welcomed, too!

10 12 .. Homecoming 14 .. Honey

When you submit your pictures for publication in print, please submit an original digital image of no less than 300 dpi. If you aren’t sure of the dpi, send the original and we’ll check the possibility for use. We can make pictures smaller but we can not make them larger. Don’t worry about the file size; if you can send it, we can receive it. If you can’t send it, let us know. We’ll show you a way that it can be sent.

16 .. Sandbridge Membership Meeting

Email to: grreattimes@adoptagolden.com

18 .. Woofstock 20 .. It’s Worth It

18 21 .. Rainbow Bridge 22 .. Contributions 23 .. Membership, Donation

& Volunteer Form

ON THE COVER: fostering@adoptagolden.com 2

For Jordy Bechman, life could’t get much better than a tennis ball in a swimming pool during a hot summer day. Jordy was one of our 2019 calendar dogs.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

President’s Message

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ello friends…. the “First Dogs,” Lucy and Lacey, say that I have gone off the deep end and taken my role as president WAY too seriously!! This “State of the Rescue” address is lengthy but important to share as we want our supporters to be aware of the “big picture.” Running a rescue isn’t easy, and like everything else it’s becoming more complex and costly for a variety of reasons. To start with some good news, at the halfway point of 2019 our YTD income is up 49% compared to last year, thanks to our fundraising efforts and generous supporters. The Give Local 757 fundraiser was a huge success again and remains our biggest fundraiser of the year. We also look forward to the upcoming calendar photo contest, Neptune Festival and year-end Christmas Card/donation drive. Those are our key events and raise the most income at one time. We also do some targeted fundraising for specific needs – for example, the GoFundMe for bringing in the “China Dogs” raised over $6000, and there were many other generous donations by mail and PayPal that covered their travel expenses. On the bad news side, our veterinary expenses are up 75% this year, and the travel expenses for our “international dogs” are up 104%. Some of the travel costs for the Turkey Dogs includes vet care provided prior to arrival – they are all already spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped – but some still have medical needs once they arrive, so we are looking closely to see if there is any significant difference between our international rescues vs. “the locals.” Already this year, we have had 5 local intakes require expensive treatment for heartworm disease. One also had a mammary tumor removed and may need further

evaluation for orthopedic issues. And, we also have a sick young pup with joint swelling and lameness, possibly due to a tickborne illness or autoimmune process. All our goldens are special to us and we are very proud of our efforts near and far. We are also VERY grateful for our veterinarians that provide amazing care to our goldens at discounted prices or our costs would be even higher. The bottom line is we lose money on every dog. Our adoption and application fees don’t cover the expenses to get our goldens ready for adoption. Already this year, we have rescued 42 goldens compared to 29 last year – 64% of those are “international,” compared to 55% last year. Based on transport expenses alone, our costs are up, but our Turkey dogs are an important part of having dogs available for our families to adopt. Between 2012 and 2015, our # of local intakes dropped by almost half (123 down to 64). Yet we continued to have so many wonderful families wanting to adopt a golden in need. With more waiting families than available dogs, we broadened our “reach” and it has been a tremendous success. When we welcomed our first “Turkey Dogs” in 2016, we really didn’t know what to expect as far as trends. I certainly NEVER expected to say that at this point we would have rescued 75 orphans from Turkey. What an amazing accomplishment for our small group!! I think it is safe to say that our goldens are well loved and their adoptive families are happy! Yet our board members and volunteers are working much harder to make that happen. Our international arrivals require long trips and donated volunteer time to bring the pups safely from either Dulles or JFK Airport (continued on page 6) SUMMER 2019

Adoptions

Honey

Fenway

Gracie/Pearl

Poyraz/Boz

Harley

Barley

Honey – Veronica & John Sumner

Rita – Gregg & Sonya Benshoff

Fenway – Greg & Gina Dane

Buddy/Brady – Stephanie & Jeff Snider

Gracie Pearl – Bob & Peg Graham

Cassie – Veronica & John Sumner

Poyraz/Boz – Mike & Marcia Penny

Rudi – Sam & Vicki Reichart

Harley – Rob & Susan Kentner

Bahar – Nan & Ken Polas

Barley – Shannon Snoke

Elsa – Judy & David DeLonga

Caroline – Sherry & Mark LaBome

Shiva – Susan & Bob O’Donnell

Caroline

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Rita

Buddy/Brady

Cassie

To Do List 4 MICROCHIP YOUR PET

Microchips don’t replace a tag or collar, but they can make all the difference when it comes to getting your pet back.

Rudi

Did You Know?

1 in 3 family pets

Microchipped dogs are more than twice as likely to be returned to their owners.

But only about

Microchipped cats are more than 20 times as likely to be returned to their owners.

will get lost

Bahar

6 out of 10

microcips are registered

Successful Reunions

Elsa

Gidget, a dog from Pittsburgh, PA was found more than 2500 miles away in Portland, OR

George, a cat in California was reunited with his family after 13 years.

When a microchip pet isn’t returned home, it’s usually due to incorrect or missing owner information in the microchip registry.

National Check the Chip Day is August 15

Shiva

EYE TEST

If you cannot see the number, you may have

pancreatitis

progeria

cataract

cestoda

laryngitis

The need to adopt another dog

President’s Message (continued from page 1)

to Virginia. We also coordinate with our rescue partners in Turkey to obtain necessary documentation, import permits from the USDA, etc. Board members are currently “doubling up” on duties to keep things running smoothly. Despite our best efforts, we are operating at a significant loss this year. That said, we maintain reserves in CDs and savings, to ensure we can provide the best care to every golden that comes to SEVA GRREAT. As your president for 7 of the past 9 years, my goal has been to “lead” responsibly. I am thankful for the generosity of our supporters and expertise of so many others that got us where we are today. I share this information because I want to encourage discussion and generate ideas to keep us moving forward despite the challenges faced. Costs will continue to rise – regardless of where our dogs come from. Most local goldens coming to rescue are either older or come with significant health or behavioral issues. We are eternally grateful to our foster homes that welcome these dogs into their homes and start them on the path toward a successful adoption. Others become “forever fosters,” when due to age or medical condition we feel it is best not to move them. In those cases, all medical care is provided by SEVA GRREAT. We certainly couldn’t do it without all our other board members, volunteers, adopters and donors that help with every step along the way. After this “rambling” message – where do we go from here? It’s hard to ask for more when everyone already gives so much. So please keep “doing what you do” and know how grateful we are. If you have fundraising ideas, please share. If you want to donate to support a certain dog or part of our mission, please do. Should you want to join the board in any capacity, please reach out to any of us with questions or ideas (contact info is on the back page). Watch the website and Facebook page for updates and know how much I appreciate your support!

Jane

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Woof! Woof! Woof! (Translation: Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!) Hi Everyone, Your generous donations during the GIVE LOCAL 757 twenty-four hour fundraiser made it possible for all of us pictured here to get the necessary treatments, medications and care we need to get us healthy and hopefully find our forever homes. We’ve been told this was one of the most successful years ever for SEVA GRREAT and GIVE Local 757. You raised $18,664 in donations and to that add $3000 in prize money for a total of $21,664 for SEVA GRREAT. WOW!! Some of you even made multiple donations. While we all have different stories that brought us to SEVA GRREAT all of us will benefit from your support. We are very lucky pups and we can’t thank you enough for what you do for us. Hope we meet you at a SEVA GRREAT event and can thank you in person with a lick or paw shake. Thank you again WOOF!!!

Bentley Cajun

Daisy

Chessie

Brady

Max Maxwell

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Contributors Donor

Donor

Karen Amidon Deb Anderson Chantal Arnassan Kay Ashbrook Geraldine Aulisa Diane Austin Linda Banis Harriet Barlow Joanne Bartosik Cynthia Beacham Lloyd Clay Beall III Robyn & Bass Beasley Susan Beckman Kim Beland Gregg & Sonya Benshoff Cathie & Shela Birdsong Stephen & Sheila Biscak Carolyn Bishop Katherine Blevins Lori Bolleurs Beth Bonifas Connie Brewer Aluce Brown Alston Brown William Buklad Deborah Burden Richard Burton Alissa Byerly Shannon Calufetti Michelle Campbell Meagan Castle Krista Centric Kimberly Centric Clay Clemens Richard Cole Susan L Collamore Susan Costello Sharon Cowan Penny Crampton Susan Creekmore Anna Czompo Amanda Dalton Jennifer Dauzier Sarah Dennis Karen Devlin Cheryl Dixon

Karen Dobremsyl Patricia Donaldson Debra Doty Karla Drake Karen Duggins Ann J. Dunham Judy Dyer Danise Elias Margaret Ely Rob3 Evans Joanne Even Jeanne R Flaim Tracy Fortune Christin Foy Cynthia Froggatt Megan Gabriele Mary Garrett Katherine Gillespie Carol Gioia Marilee Glover Margaret Graham Larry Grahl Charles Gresham Meg Gresham George Groshong Tracy Hanger Jan Hanks Donna Harmon Karen Harris Julie Harshaw Janet Hastings Jan Hathcock Cathy Heimer Melissa Helm Brittany Hencken Jennifer Hepler Renee Hite Carolyn Hoffman Elizabeth Homa Leslie Horton Cathy Hoyt Brooke Hummel Denise Hummel & Jerome Nichols Kathleen Jens Mariah Johnson Carol B. Johnson

Sharlene Johnson John Johnston Deborah Jordan Rachel Joy Matthew Kahn Michael Kahn Jenni Katz Jacob Kay Amy Kelley Cynthia Kennett & Shirley Dimmick Michael J Khandelwal James Kingsley Anastasia Klemenc Nancy Knoll Timothy Kosarsky lindsay & Joshua Krodel Jane Krom Sharon Leeman Farrah Lessick Quan Li Diane Lingle Matea Link Tammy Lockie Scott Locklear Linda Lowman Karen Luvaas Cheryl Lynch Dee Maltese Lorie & Mario Manfre Ge Martin Lisa Masternak Karen McCarthy & Scott Broderick Joseph McCullough Robert McGill Tanya McKeithen Amy McNabb Deanna Melroy Malia Meng Julie Mercer Noah Mercer Nicole Metzger Brett, Cindy & Tyler Meyer Beth Miller Brad Miller Lolita Minder Tracy Minnich

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Donor

james Mitchell Pamela Mondrey Jan Montgomery Debra Morris Mary Morris Nellie Moseley Jane Myers Kimberly Nicassio James Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell Susan Odonnell Barbara & Phillip Oestreich Robert Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neal Marianne Opilla Lisa Orton Patricia Owens Pamela Pace Kristi Packer Lisa Parker Jeanne Parsons Sally Partlow Sharon Paterson Susan Patterson Kristine Payson Brenda Penca Sharon Peretti Linda Peters Michelle Pfeiffer Marianne Potratz Jerri Powell Sean Pyne Alyson Radloff Barbara Raliski Carol Raynor Sam Reichart Nancy Rella Gerald Reust Margaret Richardson Kathleen Ringel Bosch Beth Rodgers Donna Roggmann Janice Roller Virginia Roper Mark Rose Cathy Rowe Diana Schnetzka Kathleen Schroeder

Deborah H Secrist Richanne Sensenig Brenda Shaner Ken Shewbridge Lauren Shirley Katherine Sikes David Simmons BarbaraSmith Monica Smith Jill & Andrew Smith Stephanie Snider Tim Snyder Constance Sorrell Laura Spink Diane Spruill & David Mulherin Susan Stanitski Ty Stell Audrey & Allen Stephenson Tara Stewart Nansi Strickland Bernard Strzelecki Mary Strzelecki & Kevin Epps Patricia Sturgis Liz Sumner James Talley Barbara & George Talley Stephen Taylor Ann Thomas Brandon Thomas Pat Thomas Patricia Thomas Donna Thompson Elizabeth Thompson Linda Thomson Michelle Touw Jedina Tucker Deborah Van Dove Annjanette Van Hook Gene Velez Christine Walker Katherine Walker Betty Wallace Elizabeth Watson Margaret Webb Stephanie Weeks Bev White

Pamela Wiley Anne Will Marsha Witcher Cindy Wooten Martha Wormeley Clare Wright Jean Young

Woof!!

SUMMER 2019

Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Heart Disease and Diet R

ecent news about a possible link between diet and a particular form of heart disease has drawn more attention to a longstanding problem in our beloved goldens. Social media has been loaded recently with mention of grain free diets being bad for the canine heart and warnings to stop feeding diets of that type. Whether or not grain free is beneficial or necessary is the subject for another post. For now, let’s look at this current news. The concern about diet and a form of heart disease referred to as dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) actually has a history dating back to the early 1980s with research ongoing since that time. Recognition of DCM occurring in some unique circumstances recently has led to new attention being given to this condition and a possible connection to diet. Golden retrievers are one of the breeds that may be predisposed to developing this dreadful condition. Let’s take a look at the heart disease part of this story and then the dietary component. In dilated cardiomyopathy, the heart enlarges (dilated) which makes the heart (cardio) muscles (myo) damaged or sick (pathy). A simple description of this condition is that the muscles of the heart enlarge which causes them to weaken. As a result, the heart does not pump properly. That leads to poor circulation of the blood throughout the body and the kind of damage you would expect with a poorly functioning heart. If you are familiar with heart failure in people, the process and outcome is the same in dogs. The heart has to work harder yet it continues to be less effective as it pumps. Fluid builds up in the lungs and other body parts, and a dangerous process leading to heart failure ensues. The valves in the heart may start to leak and the dog starts to show the same signs of congestive heart failure that we see in people.

Early in this process there may be no symptoms, or the dog may seem to tire more easily, pant more, or not tolerate exercise as well. Your veterinarian may notice a heart murmur. As the disease progresses, there can be episodes of coughing, panting or heavier breathing, weakness or fainting. The dog becomes at risk of sudden death without treatment or if activity is not moderated. The heart may develop an abnormal rhythm which can lead to sudden death even without the other symptoms. Proper diagnosis and early intervention are critical to at least slow progression to heart failure and minimize the risk of sudden death. Treatment is very similar to treatment of humans with heart failure and includes medication and activity restriction. The disease usually is progressive, meaning it will continue to get worse. Medication can slow the progression, but it cannot restore a healthy heart.

couple of factors at play in this scenario. One is the use of “exotic” (uncommon) meats in diets with the meat sources possibly being deficient in the components that dogs need to manufacture taurine. The other factor is the substitution of protein sources in some diets with ingredients that do not provide the necessary amino acids. It is not the fact that a diet is grain free that is the problem but the ingredients overall that are included in many diets. Home prepared meals have been implicated in diets linked to DCM as well as some commercial preparations. Foods that include peas, potatoes, lentils, and legumes as some of the first ingredients are thought to be particularly troublesome in regard to taurine deficiency whether the diet is grain free or not. There is some early research showing that diets that are high in carbohydrates may displace amino acids or may interfere with taurine absorption.

A particular array of amino acids is critical to healthy heart muscle as well as to other body components and functions. Taurine is an amino acid that is especially important in cardiac function and is the amino acid of concern with the possible link between diet and DCM. Dogs usually can create taurine from other amino acids so it is not typically added to prepared foods. Cats cannot, so it is common to see taurine on the list of ingredients on cat food labels. Some dogs have problems synthesizing taurine, however, and there is evidence that golden retrievers, at least some of them, may be genetically predisposed to an inability to synthesize this important amino acid. That means they need to get it through their diet or through supplements.

So, what do we do to protect our beloved companions? In time, research will give us better answers including dietary recommendations. In a future post, I will be writing about how to choose a good food for your dog. The good news in this situation is that DCM due solely to taurine deficiency might be reversible if caught early. There are some dogs with normal blood taurine levels, however, who still are at risk for DCM. What we know at present about golden retriever health tells us it is a good idea to do the following: If feeding a prepared food, make sure it is a high quality, balanced, AAFCO certified food from a reputable company and distributor. Read the ingredient label and make sure a quality protein is the first ingredient listed. Typically this will be some form of meat, fish, or eggs. Keep up with visits to your veterinarian, annually at minimum. As your dog ages, twice a year visits may be appropriate. Be observant for signs of activity

Over the last decade or so there has been some evidence of a possible link between DCM and diet especially for animals who cannot manufacture taurine. There are a

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Link?

Beth Rodgers, Ph.D.

intolerance such as your dog becoming tired more easily, a cough especially related to activity, or excess panting. Sometimes the cough will be more of a soft, throat-clearing sound than a harsh cough. These can be early signs of many conditions with heart disease being among the possibilities. See your vet as soon as you can if you notice any of these signs. During routine visits, talk with your vet and determine if any diagnostic tests are warranted for your dog related to DCM and other conditions common in golden retrievers. If your veterinarian detects a murmur or has other concerns, be open to the additional diagnostic tests that may be recommended. Since early detection is crucial, it is a good idea to have heart health, including DCM, on your “discuss with my vet” list for an upcoming visit. Morris Animal Foundation has funded research in this area. See their news report at www.morrisanimalfoundation. org/articles/animalnews

What’s Up Doc?

SUMMER 2019

From the family “Barbie is wonderful. She has warmed the hearts of all friends and family who have met her. I LOVE this Barbie girl.”

The dogs from left to right are Barkley, Maddie who belong to Deanna Melroy, and Laddie who belongs to Gabrielle Glatt.

– Gabrielle Glatt This gorgeous girl is Ruby. She used to be known as Jane, and she came to the US from Turkey. As you can see, she has settled in to her new life well, and she makes her forever family very, very happy!

We do like to update you every once in a while on this miracle pup. He just got home from enjoying a vacation with his Gramma and Gramps and seeing some cousins!! He also got to go to an outdoor concert, play on the beach and help out in Gramma›s garden. And as soon as he got home, he went right back to earning his nickname, Mr. Sassypants! Make no mistake about it, this boy is all puppy!

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First day with Messi and it could not be any better. So, so happy that we got to adopt him.end!!

–Roxanne Casassa

Bear (former Turkey dog Harry) had his first spa day. The groomer said he was awesome. She did a great job and now he is even more soft and cuddly than ever. What a handsome boy! He took it like a pro!!

Homecoming Share your pictures and stories by sending them to grreattimes@adoptagolden.com. They will be featured in coming newsletters, right here under Homecoming.

Turkey Dog Lidya is loving her foster home and her new mommy.

Fiona (former China dog Bei Bei) got to meet her “big brother” Nelson. We think it was love at first sight, although Fiona wasn’t quite ready for a big horsey kiss. SUMMER 2019

t was a type of spiritual connection that I could not ignore; some things are out of an individual’s control, and the person is propelled forward by events that shift the course of the planned future. On Christmas Eve, I gave my beloved Max the gift of peace from suffering; on Christmas Eve in a different city another golden was celebrating her 12th birthday. I did not know her, had not yet heard of her, and had not planned on ever meeting her. Fate intervened. Honey had to be rehomed in January, and knowing my deep love for and devotion to senior dogs, I was asked to foster her. I had already firmly told myself that now two dogs were enough. Tassie was 11 and Murphy 2. Once again I could easily walk the duo, vet bills would be reduced, and life would resume at a comfortable pace. However, when I read over the intake form and saw that Honey’s birthday corresponded with the same day Max received his wings, I knew that she was being sent to me by forces over which I had neither knowledge nor control. Thus, this beautiful

Honey red-gold dog entered my life and brought back a smile to my face.

many treats. Her name suited her well, for she was as sweet as she could be.

I met Honey for the first time at the vet’s office. She was very thin weighing only 38 pounds, but each pound was a package of unwrapped love. She absolutely had everyone in the office in the pads of her paws. Her thin frame wriggled in sheer delight at the attention, and she almost fell over in joy at being offered so

There were quite a few health issues to overcome, but none were unmanageable. Day by day her inner beauty rose to color her exterior. Her fur gained a gorgeous luster, her groomer began to work her coat into a healthy appearance, the excellent food and medical attention helped to fill out her thin body, and

Three of these dogs, Riley, Molly, and Aofie are former SEVA babies who belong to the Goldbachs. Cassie and Honey are two of my four. 14

By Veronica Sumner

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Not to be left out, Tassie and Murphy are my other goldens.

her demeanor continued to be gregarious to not only other humans but also to other dogs. Murphy and Tassie loved her from the start, and there was no doubt that I would be a foster failure. Two months had passed, and Honey was up to 54 pounds modeling the ideal bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;ribs could not be seen but easily felt, and the indention of her waist line rivaled any young show dog. She was a beauty, and that was only enhanced by her sugar face and eyes that housed small cataracts. She has been a total joy demanding to be petted and petted and petted and petted then petted once again. I enrolled her in a small training class to work on the possibility of her becoming a certified therapy dog. The test for that certification will be in the near future. It was now time for Honey to leave the status of foster and become a Sumner, so with the clearance of her vet, she was adopted. Honey wants, no NEEDS, to be loved. If I am brushing one of the other three dogs (for we now have another foster and know where that is going), she will worm away between that individual and me pressing hard on me for total attention. Her paw will reach out to my arm, leg, or even shoulder if I am not bestowing strokes on her, and her worst nightmare is when we are out walking and a person does not stop to stroke and admire her. I now laughing call my ginger Honey-a-GoGo, for she seems to have boundless energy despite her advanced years. Certainly she has energized our family again after the sorrow of losing Max; definitely she is loved and will never know another moment of solitude for as long as she lives.

Honey â&#x20AC;&#x201C; naturally sweet and curative. Yes, that describes not only the product of bees but also the wonderful dog that has found her forever home with me and eased the pain of loss. To know Honey is to love her, and I certainly do!

Do you have a SEVA GRREAT dog? We would love to see what you are doing. Our alumni seem to be having very exciting lives. Share your pictures, including captions, by sending them to grreattimes@adoptagolden.com. They will be featured in the next newsletter under Homecoming. And if you have a story to tell, we and the other Golden lovers would enjoy reading about it. So, send those stories with your photos also. We love pictures of newly adopted dogs with their new families, too!

SUMMER 2019

What have we got here? Goldens!!

I loved everything!

Catch me if you can.

Just a stroll on the beach.

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Are we on Facebook yet?

A Blue Sky for the Membership Meeting Sandbridge 2019

That certainly is a blue sky.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be different and look left.

This one is mine.

SUMMER 2019

Woofstock 2019

WoofstockWoo Woofstoc Nina & Elsa

Shine, Elsa & Brandi

Abby & Krist saying hello to Ellsa

Digby

Loyal volunteer members 18

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Shelley Kuglin

Me, no me . . .

757-813-0021 www.Pawsitive-Attitudes.com Shelley.K.Pawsitive.Attitudes@gmail.com

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Three beauties

hello, hello, hello

Goldens, goldens everywhere

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or those that don’t know, our dog Khali (formerly Star) was a rescue from Turkey. When she got here she was terrified of everything and would hide as much as she possibly could. She didn’t want to eat, drink, or socialize at all. She had the most severe anxiety/PTSD type symptoms I’ve even seen in a animal, but after a good bit of work and time later she will come to her name and follow basic

commands. She will come down and hang out with us on her own free will without being prompted. This morning my mom caught a video of her playing out back with the other dogs just like a puppy should. Don’t skip over rescues because it’d be “a lot of work” – it’s worth it in the long run.

Khali upon arival.

“First Team Toyota supports GRREAT! LookinG FoR A cAR? comE sEE us AT: 3400 Western Branch Blvd, chesapeake, VA 23321 Phone: 877-331-5419 • www.firstteamtoyota.com

Rescue Hotline 757-827-8561 Press For 1 If you think you have found one of our Goldens based on the SEVA GRREAT tag or microchip. 2 To leave a message for the President 3 To give up a Golden Retriever or get more info on our intake process 4 For Information on Golden Days and other events. 5 To check on the status of an adoption or foster application. 6 For all other questions.

Confident Khali now.

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by Colt Richardson

Rainbow Bridge

MOLLY

ANNIE

Little did we know when we adopted Molly in Feb.2015, at age 11, we would have her love for 4+ years.

I am writing this to you to thank you for entrusting our family with one of your special goldens. 12 years ago we adopted ‘Annie.’ She was being fostered by a family in Va Beach. If I recall the story correctly, she was found with her 2 brothers and father on the side of the road in north eastern NC. Sadly, the mom had been hit and killed by a car. We were able to get Annie at about 4 months of age. At the time we had a 1 1/2 year old and a 7 year old. She has been their playmate, confidant and best friend. The past 12 years Annie has been a blessing to all of us. She has brought us joy, made us laugh, loved us when we were struggling through family deaths and crisis, has been a part of numerous family memories and loved us unconditionally.

Miss Molly had a love for peanut butter! She would “sing and dance” whenever she wanted this treat. From biscuits to her Kong, as long as it was peanut butter, she was happy. We never thought she’d be with us this long. She had arthritis, cataracts, and a cancer diagnosis a year ago February. But, she kept on swimming in the lake in NYS last summer, going for car rides and dancing for peanut butter. Our cottage is in the middle of the lane going to the lake and a couple of times she literally dragged us to the lake! Nope, she wasn’t going for the mail, she was going to go swimming, and swim she did! Of course she was totally pooped out when she walked home, but she got her swim and now it was time for a nap. We miss having her “pre-wash” everything that went into the dishwasher. Never a furniture/lap dog, she was always by your feet, never far from food. Always aiming to please. Miss Molly was a SEVA GRREAT gift. We thank Sarah & Paul Mooney for being wonderful foster parents to a very sick girl in 2014. We were blessed with a sweet, loving oldie Goldie. She’ll be sadly missed, but we know that she spent her golden years loved and well taken care of. Til we meet at the Rainbow Bridge. We love you Molly.

–Sharon and Andy Paterson

Sadly, on 3/21 she was diagnosed with a stage 4 mast cell tumor and we lovingly put her down on 3/25. We will never forget her and will always treasure her as a special member of our family. I’ve had dogs my entire life and I have been sad when they’ve died. But I have never grieved over a dog the way I have this week with Annie. She was truly a wonderful companion and one of my most loyal and loved best friends. Again, the purpose is just to THANK your organization for all you do and for gracing our home with our sweet Annie. I know when the time is right we will be looking to adopt another special golden. –David, Kathryn, Brett & Brooke Lindsay

MADDY Maddy was a SEVA GRREAT alum that we adopted in 06/2014.

–Jacqueline Clark

SUMMER 2019

Contributions Barbara Gee

L. Clay Beall, III

Susan Reynolds Sherman

Tina In memory of The Golden Ratio Maggie “Schmieg”

Daniel Nieman In memory of Maizie and Bleu, my beautiful Goldens taken away too soon

Lisa Edwards

Ann & Andor Czompo Nancy Hawkins In loving memory of my Rusty Boy David Jarman In Memory of Zen Carl Jackson In support of the China Dogs Ruth Ann Wilson

Kay and Fred Ashbrook In memory of Calli Victoria Chudd Mary Connell In memory of Fergie Lynn Kucker

Jo Vance

Pat McLoone In memory of Mark and Jennifer Dauzier’s beloved Bosley

James Knight In honor of Molly

Davis and Peggy Main In memory of Hattie

Deborah Parrott In memory of Lady (an adoption from SEVA)

Robert Brown

Allegra Havens

Patricia Carrier In support of China dogs

Mary Cox

Anna Buchmann In memory of Colonel Richard Beland

Barry Miller In memory of Col Richard “Dick” Beland, USAF (Ret.), a true patriot, talented Air Force jet pilot, and dedicated member of the Poquoson Exchange Club. I never tired of hearing him talk about flying, especially as an A-37B pilot

Shirley Perkins Memorial Fund for Animals C/O Joyce Page

Frederick Louk In memory of Richard Beland

George and Barbara Talley

Brian O’Laughlin Christine Reed In memory of Bosley Dauzier Carole Beal In memory of Colonel Richard Beland David and Nancy Knoll In memory of Colonel Richard Beland

Employees of VA Farm Bureau, Mutual Insurance Co. Employees’ participation in Jeans Day

William and Sandra Traub In memory of Richard Beland The CARMAX Foundation Robert Smith Karen Holloway In loving memory of Richard Beland

The

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EN O DO L DIE L OVE

SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE, EDUCATION & TRAINING, INC.

Golden Oldie Love Dog Fund (GOLD Fund) is used for medical expenses, food, equipment, or adoption costs of rescued Golden Retrievers estimated to be ten years or older.

John and Judith Hannold

CVC

MEMBERSHIP, DONATION & VOLUNTEER FORM Note: Membership is open to all persons 18 years or older.

SEVA GRREAT is a 501 (C)(3) organization • ALL DONATIONS & DUES ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE IN THE YEAR PAID

Please have the Coordinator in the following area/areas contact me: (Check appropriate boxes)

Name: _____________________________________________

These are listed in the order of urgent need by GRREAT.

Address: ___________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _ ______________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________

HOME EVALUATION –– visits for foster/adoption applicants.

Home Phone: ________________________________________

TRANSPORTATION — primarily shuttling dogs and/or equipment as necessary. If you are interested in helping with transportation, can you help on:

Work Phone: ________________________________________ This is a new membership

FOSTERING — A temporary home for SEVA GRREAT dogs before they are adopted.

Membership

(circle all that apply) Weekdays

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Weekends

Evenings

EVENTS — helping to hold/show dogs at “Golden Days,” helping with fund raisers, etc.

ADDITIONAL VOTING MEMBERS: (E-mail needs to be unique to vote.)

PUBLICITY — researching and writing stories for media release and newsletters, selling ads for the newsletter, taking photos at events, updating the web site, etc.

Name: _____________________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________

MERCHANDISE — to man booths selling SEVA GRREAT stuff at local dog shows / fairs / festivals / etc.

Name: _____________________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________

Our rescue is growing! In order to continue to save more dogs every year, we are looking for volunteers who would like to become more involved with the organization. If you are interested in assisting with intake, foster coordination, Golden Days or other areas on a regular basis, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteering@adoptagolden.com, for more information.

Name: _____________________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________

REMITTANCE: I am enclosing my $25 annual membership dues $ ___________

SEVA GRREAT

Additional Voting members _____ @ $25 each

$ ___________

Please make checks payable to:

Donation

$ ___________

1 Calendar = $12.00 (includes shipping)

$ ___________

TOTAL REMITTANCE

$ ___________

Mail this form with your check to: SEVA GRREAT PO Box 8014 Yorktown, VA 23693

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In Memory of

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IMPORTANT NOTICE If you would like to become a member, please sign below. Otherwise, your remittance for annual membership must be considered a donation.

Date: __________________________________________________________________

I affirm that I have never been convicted of an animal abuse crime. Signature: ______________________________________________________________

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Rescue Hotline 757-827-8561 Press For 1

If you think you have found one of our Goldens based on the SEVA GRREAT tag or microchip.

2 To leave a message for the President 3 To give up a Golden Retriever or get more info on our intake process 4

For Information on Golden Days and other events.

To check on the status of an adoption or foster application.

For all other questions.

National Dog Registry 1-800-NDR-DOGS Foster Dog Medical Care YORK VETERINARY CLINIC Yorktown – 757-898-3700 COOKE VET MEDICAL CENTER Chesapeake – 757-547-9421 QUIOCCASIN VET HOSPITAL Richmond – 804-741-3200 ACREDALE ANIMAL HOSPITAL Virginia Beach – 757-523-6100 ANDERSON’S CORNER Toano – 757-566-2224 MIDLOTHIAN ANIMAL CLINIC Midlothian – 804-794-2099 BAY BEACH VETERINARY HOSPITAL Virginia Beach – 757-340-3913

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SEVA GRREAT Contact Information President Jane Krom Vice President Debbie Morris Treasurer Pat Donaldson Secretary Sharon Leeman Event Coordinators: Southside: Jane Krom Peninsula: Linda Thomson Richmond: Jennifer Dauzier Microchip Coordinator Sharon Leeman Intake Coordinator Michelle Pfeiffer Foster Coordinator Debbie Morris Adoption Coordinator Sharon Leeman Membership Jacob Kay Volunteer Coordinator Sherry Kara Medical Coordinator Beth Rodgers Merchandise Jennifer Dauzier Fundraising GRREAT Times magazine

Linda Thomson Brad Miller

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