Avril and Haley are a darling 1 year old old pair of female Golden/Great Pyr littermates at about 50 lbs. They came to GRRAND as strays and everyone at the GRRAND kennel says they are very sweet and loving. They love people and other dogs and they are 'puppy' playful, but no 'mouthing'. Typical of puppies, they are very curious, and it cracks the kennel team up when they gang together to bark at a new dog on the other side of the fence – but no aggression. They are gentle dogs, and they will get fairly large, probably 65 – 80 lbs. We are working on some basic skills, and almost have 'sit' conquered! Avril and Haley are very bonded and cuddle together in their kennel run every night."

These girls are happily in a foster home and this is what we are told:

"These gorgeous sisters are they’re the gentlest, sweetest, and goofiest girls you’ll ever meet. They are a bonded pair, as they were littermates but double the dogs means double the love! They have been in the shelter since May, and we are happy we could take them in as fosters!

About the girls: 

• They’re about 50 lbs each, and may grow to ~80 lbs

• Great with other dogs – unsure about cats, since they have not been around any

• No food aggression (or aggression in general) – they even share bowls sometimes, it’s so cute!

• We are working on house training and basic commands

• Beginning to enjoy car rides – they’re bribed easily with pup cups and lots of pets! 

• Not yet spayed – appointments for them both have been scheduled and will be covered by GRRAND

Their personalities: 

Avril is can be shy around men at first, but she’s incredibly affectionate once she feels safe. Hayley may bark a few times when meeting new people, but give her a minute and a few pets, and she’s ready for snuggles. Both are laid-back, playful, and endlessly sweet. Avril is house-trained, and Hayley is being a bit more stubborn. LOL

 Any applicant with children under the age of 16, will require a home with direct access to a securely fenced yard… meaning direct access to the yard from the home… so this means no apartments or condos. 

They will be looking for a family with LOTS of time and patience to socialize and work with a puppy so they can grow up to be good pups! ***Exercise and direction are a must as a tired puppy is a good puppy!! It is a lot of fun, but it is a lot of work, and if you don't have the time, an active and non-stop playful puppy may not be for you! 

If you would like to meet them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Avril and Haley are a darling 1 year old old pair of female Golden/Great Pyr littermates at about 50 lbs. They came to GRRAND as strays and everyone at the GRRAND kennel says they are very sweet and loving. They love people and other dogs and they are 'puppy' playful, but no 'mouthing'. Typical of puppies, they are very curious, and it cracks the kennel team up when they gang together to bark at a new dog on the other side of the fence – but no aggression. They are gentle dogs, and they will get fairly large, probably 65 – 80 lbs. We are working on some basic skills, and almost have 'sit' conquered! Avril and Haley are very bonded and cuddle together in their kennel run every night."

These girls are happily in a foster home and this is what we are told:

"These gorgeous sisters are they’re the gentlest, sweetest, and goofiest girls you’ll ever meet. They are a bonded pair, as they were littermates but double the dogs means double the love! They have been in the shelter since May, and we are happy we could take them in as fosters!

About the girls: 

• They’re about 50 lbs each, and may grow to ~80 lbs

• Great with other dogs – unsure about cats, since they have not been around any

• No food aggression (or aggression in general) – they even share bowls sometimes, it’s so cute!

• We are working on house training and basic commands

• Beginning to enjoy car rides – they’re bribed easily with pup cups and lots of pets! 

• Not yet spayed – appointments for them both have been scheduled and will be covered by GRRAND

Their personalities: 

Avril is can be shy around men at first, but she’s incredibly affectionate once she feels safe. Hayley may bark a few times when meeting new people, but give her a minute and a few pets, and she’s ready for snuggles. Both are laid-back, playful, and endlessly sweet. Avril is house-trained, and Hayley is being a bit more stubborn. LOL

 Any applicant with children under the age of 16, will require a home with direct access to a securely fenced yard… meaning direct access to the yard from the home… so this means no apartments or condos. 

They will be looking for a family with LOTS of time and patience to socialize and work with a puppy so they can grow up to be good pups! ***Exercise and direction are a must as a tired puppy is a good puppy!! It is a lot of fun, but it is a lot of work, and if you don't have the time, an active and non-stop playful puppy may not be for you! 

If you would like to meet them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Big Boy (male-80lbs) and Sweet Face (female-75lbs) are a pair of very bonded, 1 year old, beautiful Yellow Lab siblings who are looking for their forever family at no fault of their own. They are delightful dogs, and their people are devastated to have to surrender them, but they have fallen on some hard times, and came to GRRAND for help. We are still learning about them, but we are told that "Big boy doesn't care for cats. He doesn't hurt them but he will bite the air in their direction to say so away. He loves to be snuggled and touched all the time. He loves to run and wrestle with his sister. Sweet Face is not a snuggler like BB, but she will certainly come to you when she wants loves. She enjoys laying in her open crate and likes to be in cool spaces. She loves to chew on just about anything. They go in the crate when we leave and come out when we get home. No potty issues. Sweetface does hate the crate and will scream when she knows your coming through the door to let her out. They both love water.They are both strong, beautiful and sweet!"

Our GRRAND kennel staff says: These are two big, goofy, sweet dogs! The volunteers love spending time with this pair. All they want is attention – chasing a ball, going for walks, getting petted, going swimming – just like you'd expect from a lab!  These are a bonded, beautiful pair of labs who need to go to a home together!"

We are still learning about them, but they are going to need a home where their famiy can commit to the exercise and direction they need to be good pups! They are big dogs, but still very young and needs plenty of exercise. 

We will update as we learn more, but if you would like to meet these 2 cuties, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Big Boy (male-80lbs) and Sweet Face (female-75lbs) are a pair of very bonded, 1 year old, beautiful Yellow Lab siblings who are looking for their forever family at no fault of their own. They are delightful dogs, and their people are devastated to have to surrender them, but they have fallen on some hard times, and came to GRRAND for help. We are still learning about them, but we are told that "Big boy doesn't care for cats. He doesn't hurt them but he will bite the air in their direction to say so away. He loves to be snuggled and touched all the time. He loves to run and wrestle with his sister. Sweet Face is not a snuggler like BB, but she will certainly come to you when she wants loves. She enjoys laying in her open crate and likes to be in cool spaces. She loves to chew on just about anything. They go in the crate when we leave and come out when we get home. No potty issues. Sweetface does hate the crate and will scream when she knows your coming through the door to let her out. They both love water. They are both strong, beautiful and sweet!"

Our GRRAND kennel staff says: These are two big, goofy, sweet dogs! The volunteers love spending time with this pair. All they want is attention – chasing a ball, going for walks, getting petted, going swimming – just like you'd expect from a lab!  These are a bonded, beautiful pair of labs who need to go to a home together!"

We are still learning about them, but they are going to need a home where their famiy can commit to the exercise and direction they need to be good pups! They are big dogs, but still very young and needs plenty of exercise. 

We will update as we learn more, but if you would like to meet these 2 cuties, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Boone is one of the Spencer County hoarding case dogs that was rescued back in Sept 2024. He has had a rough past, and is trying to work through it, and we are happy to say, he is trying to work through it with the love and support of a foster family. As of June 2025, this is the first home Boone has been in, and they are saying: "Mr. Boone is getting increasingly more comfortable around his foster mom, however not so much around anyone else [although he has let two people pet him]. He always comes when called, loves his doggie snacks and enjoys playing with his foster family's dogs. He still has chewing issues but these continue to decrease with time and he will dig holes outside occasionally, however, if his foster mom is where he can see her, he does not do this. She continues to think that this and his chewing activities are both a result of the stress/fear he seems to feel when his human is gone or out of sight, so he needs plenty of doggie chew toys just for him! Boone is not leashed trained as his foster family is trying, but it's been challenging since he doesn’t want people around him." Boone is a work in progress, and he must to go to a home with a secure above ground fenced in yard as he is a flight risk… he is not leashed trained as it's been challenging since he doesn’t want people around him right now. He also must go to a home with another stable/confident dog that can help show him that people will be good to him and love him. His confident doggie friends will also help Boone gain his own confidence and help him through his insecurities and show him the ropes. Boone loves to be rubbed and lie next to me.

As spring has brought more activity outside from people and animals he has started to bark – he has the best vision & hearing of almost any dog I have ever had – so currently trying to get that under control. 

He loves to play with my elderly beagle and has given him a new lease on life. He shakes uncontrollably when I have visitors but has started to let them touch him. He's badly damaged emotionally by his prior environment, and it's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse he and the others had been subjected to.

Boone has a lot of energy and will be happiest with a very active family. He regularly does zoomies in the yard."

His foster also says he's doing great, but still has a way to go before he'll be walking on leash, but getting healthier by the day and loving life in his foster home, but will be good for him to find his forever family and get on with his new life."

This guy is going to take time to overcome his fears, and he needs love, support, compassion and a family who can give him all of that. If you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

As we continue to assess the individual needs of these deserving animals, additional information to come, so please check back for more updates… 

If you would like to open up your heart and home to foster or adopt Boone, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org, and if you would like to donate to Boone's care, please visit the GOFUNDME link at https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

This cutie is Brody and he is a 3ish year old, male Golden Retriever mix weighing around 55lbs, who came to GRRAND as a stray. 

"He is adorable!" This is what we are told by our GRRAND kennel staff. We know very little about Brody right now, but this is what we are told so far by the staff: "He's mostly Golden as he has all of the Golden traits… he's very sweet, and is a total VELCRO boy. Brody takes treats gently from the hand and follows all of the volunteers around. He is not neutered yet, so our altered boys at the kennel are giving him a hard time, but when he's settled we will try him playing with some of the girls to see how he does. Brody has not messed in his run since he has been here. He has beautiful nice white teeth to go with his nice personality."

Please check back for more info on Brody, but if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Buck is a 4 year old, 65ish lb, male Golden Retriever looking for a home where he is the only dog/pet in the home.

He was rescued by some good people, and say "I just took Buck in temporarily, as he had been abandoned in a house for 2 months. Someone I knew took him in, got him vetted, and was going to keep him but he is unfortunately not good with other dogs and she has a dog. She was going to take him to a pound, so I decided to give him a try to keep him out of a shelter, as he does very bad being alone and put up, he cry’s and howls. I have a foster dog and 4 cats and I was hoping it would work out but it’s not at all. Buck is very aggressive and has an extremely high prey drive and is just not good with any animals so unfortunately my house is not a good place for him. He is very loving and cuddly with people though. He has just been neglected his whole life and needs training and direction. He is a very good dog, if I didn’t have other animals I would love to keep him, I’ve always wanted a golden. But with having other animals I don’t have the time to be able to give him the training and attention he needs and deserves."

Our GRRAND volunteer says: "I met Buck for the firsttime today and now I have a new bff! What a great dog! He is so friendly, fun, sweet, but not overly so. He loves a good sniff walk, run in the field, and snuggles."

We are still learning about Buck, so please check back for more info, but if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Buddy is a 6 year old, 65-70ish lb, gorgeous male Golden Retriever who is being surrendered because his people said "Buddy deserves to be in a home were he can have more opportunity and freedom to run, play, and exercise. We can not provide that for him now."

He is crate-trained, but will need a family that has the time and patience to work with him as he has not had any training. He will need a family committed to giving him the exercise and direction he needs to be a good boy. He will also need to go to a home where he is the only dog. He is incredibly sweet and will chase the ball all day if you let him, but he is also looking for love in between throws!!

Buddy is in a foster home, and we have learned he is heartworm positive. His foster family says: "Don’t let his age fool you, this guy is full of energy and also a sweetheart. All he wants is love and attention and to play BALL. Buddy or “B” as I  like to call him, could play ball all day and his favorite pastime is the chuckit launcher. I have to hide it when we come inside but when he sees it, B gets wound up like a toddler. 
Buddy walks well on a leash and other dogs and people don’t phase him when we are out.  This guy tolerates car rides. He tries to jump out and over me when we reach our destination. B understands basic commands but doesn’t really follow them and could use a little training as he does not understand personal space. 
I discovered he is not a fan of the hose but loves a pool of water. He’s a bit unsure of new sounds but I think he’s still warming up to being in a new environment. 4th of July fireworks didn’t seem to affect him too much.
Buddy is crate trained but only stays in it when I leave the house. I work at home and he lays at my feet throughout the day. Buddy gets to sleep in the adult bed but is fine sleeping in his crate too! 
Sadly, Buddy is heart worm positive and getting ready to start his treatment. He will make a great addition to his new family when he recovers.”

If you would like to learn more abot Buddy, or meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Cain is a 7.5-year old senior boy.  He will do best in a one-person home that is low-stress and quiet, which means no children or other pets.  An experienced dog person would be best to help manage his behaviors.  Once Cain knows you, he will be your best friend.
 

This is Carter and he is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, that came from a hoarding situation back in Sept 2024. He came in with many many dogs, and some were more tragic than others… Carter is one of those dogs. He is at the GRRAND kennel and they say: 

"Carter, Hamilton and Kenton are the least social of the dogs from the hoarding situation. Carter is now showing signs that he's excited to see me, and follows me around the play yard, from a distance. He won't take treats from me yet, but will gobble them up when I toss one to him. We are weeks away from Carter being ready to go home, but we are also committed to working with these sweet dogs to get them to a point where they can go home and become a part of a loving family. Check back on Carter, Hamilton and Kenton's progress." 

Carter will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as he is considered a flight risk due to lack of socialization and human love and no small children. He will need a family with the time and patience to work with him through any insecurities he may have, and another stable confident dog for Carter to help show him the ropes and help build his own confidence is very important for him as well.

If you would like to learn more about Carter, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

If you would like to donate to Carter's care or the care for the remaining dogs he came in with, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

As we continue to assess the individual needs of these deserving animals, additional information to come, so please check back for more updates…

COURTESY POST – NOT A GRRAND DOG…

For more information or to apply, please contact Alicia Noschang at (513) 760-9337 PLEASE READ POST before calling and do not apply to GRRAND website

C.C. is looking for an adventure-loving family to devote herself to and who are devoted to her!

CC is approximately 4-5 years old and is a strong 65lbish medium to high energy Doodle. She would do best in a home with a similarly-sized playful dog (she’s fine with small dogs but has a play style that may be too rough for them), no cats, an above-ground fenced yard, and no kids under the age of 16.

Likes: Long walks on the beach (or through the woods, or along the river), playing in the water, and wrestling with another similarly-sized playful dog.

Dislikes: Overstimulating, chaotic environments (like breweries or festivals) and not getting to choose her own friends (she’s a lady! – let her have a proper 1:1 introduction rather than the feeding frenzy of a doggy daycare or dog park!).

A home in Greater Cincinnati is preferred so Alicia can work with you on CC’s transition (yes! direct access to the behavioral trainer who knows CC intimately!), but the perfect home outside of this area will be considered.

Charlie is a 1.5 year old male, mini Goldendoodle weighing about 38 lbs. Charlie is looking for his forever home as he was given to his people who had a standard Doodle, and they did not get along and it was too much for the family to handle. Charlie is an all around good boy, but he should be the only dog in the home. 

Charlie is house-trained and he had never been in a crate while with his family, and had full run of the house while they were away which was not often and slept and napped on his doggie bed. He walks well on leash and is a high energy dog who needs a home where his family has the time to give him the daily exercise and direction he needs. 

Please check back for updates on Charlie Doodle, and if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Charlie is a 9 month old, 50ish lb, male Lab/Border Collie mix looking for a forever family that has the time to give Charlie the exercise and directions he needs to be a good boy. He was dumped on his rescurer and she can't keep him because of her cats. Charlie can NOT go to a home with a cat as he is very cat aggressive.

He is working on crate-training and he is very active and will need plenty of energy outlets everyday. His new family will need to have the time and the patience to work with him on training as he has had none, and now is the time to start while he is just a pup!

We are still learning about this sweet boy, so please check back for more info, but if you would like to meet Charlie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

***Pictures may be hard to look at, but Daisy is on the road to recovery!

Daisy is a small Golden or Goldendoodle at only 30lbs.  She was likely dumped as a puppy over 2 yrs ago and has spent her entire life struggling to survive on her own.  She has wandered the countryside of Pulaski County, Ky for over 2 yrs, being observed by residents in the area, but never able to be caught.  People put food out for her but they knew if they notified authorities about her, she would be picked up and euthanized because of her terrible condition.  Residents said that over the years, she had several litters of puppies, but they don’t know what happened to the pups. 

Her situation was brought to the attention of GRRAND’s wonderful friend and trapper in the Pulaski County area, Rhonda Wilson. Rhonda wanted to help her, but couldn’t keep Daisy herself so she didn’t want to trap her without somewhere for her to go.  Rhonda appealed to us because she thinks so highly of GRRAND and the wonderful homes we have found for other dogs she has rescued.  Daisy’s information was shared with a few GRRAND volunteers who offered to take her if Rhonda could trap her.  Well… within a couple of days, Rhonda was able to catch Daisy!  So many folks who had worried about this little pup were so grateful! 

Rhonda has taken her to the vet and found that Daisy doesn’t have mange, as suspected, but her hair loss is due to severe flea infestation and a secondary bacterial infection.  She also has a tick borne disease that she is being treated for.  Daisy is on antibiotics for her skin and the tick disease and is currently safe in an outdoor 10X10 pen with straw and a dog house at Rhonda’s kennel.  She will be getting regular food and sulfur baths 3 times a week for a couple of weeks with Rhonda and will then be ready to transfer to Louisville to a special GRRAND foster home.  We’ve already found the most perfect, loving foster home for her where she will start to learn that life and people can be good and not cruel.  She has so much to learn and so much health to regain.  It will be wonderful to see her with a full coat of hair before long and in a loving indoor home. 

Can you help us with the vet costs to help Daisy transform into the dog she was born to be? Please visit the Medical Crisis page to donate to her vet care. 

Please check back later for more updates

Daisy is a 3 year old, 90lb Golden/Great Pyr mix looking for a family who has experience with rescue dogs. She is a sweet dog who was rescued by owners at 6 months and she was in "bad shape" visually when they got her. She likely came from an abusive environment as she is very shy/timid/tense when first meeting strangers. With that, Daisy needs a secure fenced yard as she is an escape artist and flight risk. 

Our GRRAND volunteers say: "She warmed up to us after about 15 minutes and allowed us to pet her and get close, without incident. She will need to go to a home with no other animals due to resource guarding behavior, but more importantly to a home that can give her the time and attention she needs to get comfortable in her new environment. She will need an experienced family who has worked with rescued dogs before. Daisy really is the sweetest dog once she gets warmed up to a person or family and she’s very cuddly and likes to sleep and watch out the window."

She was crate-trained as a puppy, but has not used one since, and has free roam of the house when her people are gone and walks well on leash. 

If you would like to meet Miss Daisy, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Meet Pete and Dale!

Dale is a little over a year old, male Golden Retriever and Pete is a 4 year old Lab mix, both are about 60-70lbs. These 2 guys are looking for a home to be adopted together as their owner had passed away and family tried to keep them, but it didn't work out. These besties are crate-trained and house-trained. Pete and Dale have spent lots of time outdoors, and are really looking forward to a warm home and a family to hang out with and sleep with everyday. They will need a family that will have the time and patience to work with them to help get them adjusted to another new life. They are young and will need plenty of exercise and direction and socialization to help them learn to be good boys.   

We are told they do NOT do well with cats or other smaller prey animals, but love older kids and other dogs.
We are still learning about these guys, but if you would like to meet them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Meet Pete and Dale!

Dale is a little over a year old, male Golden Retriever and Pete is a 4 year old Lab mix, both are about 60-70lbs. These 2 guys are looking for a home to be adopted together as their owner had passed away and family tried to keep them, but it didn't work out. These besties are crate-trained and house-trained. Pete and Dale have spent lots of time outdoors, and are really looking forward to a warm home and a family to hang out with and sleep with everyday. They will need a family that will have the time and patience to work with them to help get them adjusted to another new life. They are young and will need plenty of exercise and direction and socialization to help them learn to be good boys.   

We are told they do NOT do well with cats or other smaller prey animals, but love older kids and other dogs.
We are still learning about these guys, but if you would like to meet them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Dolly is a 3yr female Great Pyrenees mix at about 85lbs and Dixie (Dolly's daughter) is a 2yr female Great Pyrenees mix at about 56lbs and these girls are looking for their new forever family. They are being surrendered to GRRAND as their people can not financially afford the girls, and sadly feel  it is best for them to go to a home where they will get all of the care they need. 

They are house-trained and have full roam of the house when left alone and they also get along with other dogs. These girls will need a home with a fenced in yard as their Great Pyrenees instincts to protect and patrol are done best in the confines of a secure and safe fenced in yard. These girls have been together since Dixie was born and they are BFF's, so need to stay together. We are told: "

Dolly and her daughter Dixie are both sweethearts. Dolly is a mother by nature and wants to lick up and take care of all dogs that come into the house. Her favorite place to be is outside, whereas Dixie loves to be inside. They are both people and dog friendly and I have had a cat and they both were okay with the cat. Dolly has longer hair and has more pyrenees, whereas her daughter Dixie has shorter hair and looks more like a lab."

As we learn more we will update, but if you would like to inquire about Dolly and Dixie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Dolly is a 3yr female Great Pyrenees mix at about 85lbs and Dixie (Dolly's daughter) is a 2yr female Great Pyrenees mix at about 56lbs and these girls are looking for their new forever family. They are being surrendered to GRRAND as their people can not financially afford the girls, and sadly feel  it is best for them to go to a home where they will get all of the care they need. 

They are house-trained and have full roam of the house when left alone and they also get along with other dogs. These girls will need a home with a fenced in yard as their Great Pyrenees instincts to protect and patrol are done best in the confines of a secure and safe fenced in yard. These girls have been together since Dixie was born and they are BFF's, so need to stay together. We are told: "Dolly and her daughter Dixie are both sweethearts. Dolly is a mother by nature and wants to lick up and take care of all dogs that come into the house. Her favorite place to be is outside, whereas Dixie loves to be inside. They are both people and dog friendly and I have had a cat and they both were okay with the cat. Dolly has longer hair and has more pyrenees, whereas her daughter Dixie has shorter hair and looks more like a lab."

As we learn more we will update, but if you would like to inquire about Dolly and Dixie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Doc likes his stuffies!

Doc is a beautiful 5 year old, 95ish lb Labrador who was hanging out at the GRRAND kennel waiting for his forever family for way to long! He cannot go to a home with children, so he is looking for an adult only dog savvy home, and we believe at this time, he needs to be the only pet in the home. We are happy to say he is in a foster home and they say as of 6-1-25:

"Doc is a big yellow lab- about 95 pounds of muscle and he's absolutely gorgeous!! He's a big sweetie and loves to cuddle. He is crate trained and house trained.  

He seems to be more of a people dog versus a dog dog.  He can be reactive to some dogs so he might do best in a home as the only pet however, he coexists with our chocolate lab but would rather hang out with us. He likes toys and likes to carry soft stuffies around almost like a security blanket. He enjoys walks but still needs better leash walking skills. Doc has a very high prey drive and is on "high alert" when walking.  Fun Fact about Doc is he is fascinated with the cicadas and tries to catch them every chance he gets!" We will update more soon…

Doc demonstrates all of the usual Lab behaviors; he loves to fetch, swim, and climb on you and park his 95+ lbs body on your lap! He lights up when he sees someone familiar and gives such an awesome welcome. The volunteers at the kennel just loved him to bits and can't say enough great things about him, and Doc went to a short term foster in Feb and they said:

"Doc is settling right in. He is a great dog. Doc is a very sweet and gentle guy. He sure makes a great watch dog too because when Amazon delivered a package yesterday, he barked and the hair on his back stood up, but as soon as I opened the door, all Doc wanted to do was say hello and greet him! He is full of the typical Lab Velcro dog qualities like wanting to be near you and follow you around. He loves to bring you toys to show you how much he loves to interact and appease you. Doc is very calm in the house but definitely needs more leash training so he stops pulling so much, but he is eager to learn and is very smart. His family will need to have the time and patience tow work with him on the leash training."

He is a big boy and we have him on a diet right now and he is getting lots of exercise. When he was at the kennel, he went swimming every day and some work on his leash manners as he pulls hard – he loves to lunge at squirrels when we go walking. He seems to like the more passive girl dogs than the boys, and we are working on him taking treats from our hand less enthusiastically!

Please check back later for more info on Doc, but if you would like to meet this big teddy bear, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

UPDATE on Dove 6-7-2025:

Dove is a 16 month old, 35ish lb, Chocolate Lab who was "used" as an Amish breeder dog that GRRAND took in, in 2024.  When they were "finished" with her, she was placed with a young woman who was told by the breeder that she was a little timid, but would come around in a few days.  As we know with unsocialized breeder dogs, that’s NOT the way it works! 

We've had a trainer working with Dove and she's now walking better on a leash – inside the kennel boundaries. She will probably never be the dog you take for walks as Dove will be happiest in a very calm, (no kids or chaos) patient, and emotionally secure home with a secure above ground fenced yard (she will be a big flight risk) and another confident/stable dog to show her how to trust people and help build her own confidence. Her people will need to be experienced and committed to giving her the time, and having the patience she will need to go through her adjustments. Dove is most comfortable around other confident dogs. She is making slow but sure progress thanks to the hard work and determination of the GRRAND kennel staff. The work is not done, but the signs are there she will be ok!

From her intake 2024 "A young lady surrendered Dove to GRRAND almost six months ago. She had been deceived by an Amish breeder, claiming Dove was 'shy', and assuring the young lady she was getting an exceptional deal and that Dove would quickly come around. 

It turned out Dove had almost completely shut down, so overwhelmed with fear of people that all she wanted to do was escape. It's heartbreaking how slow progress has been, but the good news is, there is progress.

She has such fear in her eyes. She will poop and pee if a stranger approaches her in her kennel. She runs in the play yard with several other friendly dogs, but rarely interacts with any of them. She will not come up to a volunteer, even for a treat. We were told by a trainer that many other rescues would have euthanized a dog that was 'so broken'.

But that's not GRRAND. On the improvement side, we now have her on a long leash following the trainers around the play yard. People she's very familiar with can sit in her run, pet her, and leave treats at her feet.. She understands when it's time to come in from the play yard, and will run to her kennel on command. She now has a roommate (Ivy), and we're seeing them snuggle next to each other. Dove has never shown any aggression to animals or people. 

We are still a long way from being able to send Dove home and progress is slow, but it's there, and one day in the not too distant future we look forward to seeing that twinkle in her eye that all dogs get when they realize they are safe and loved. Please keep Dove in your thoughts and follow her progress." 

She is going to need TIME… LOTS OF TIME! And PATIENCE… LOTS OF PATIENCE. Dogs like Dove who have never known love and affection from people, have to work through everything on their own time… not ours. We are still learning about Dove, but if you have had any experience with dogs like Dove, and you think you are the one to help her, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Elton is a male Flat-coat Retriever mix and his BFF Lizzy is a female Golden mix and both are adorable pups who were strays, running with two older dogs, possibly their mother and father.

We estimate them to be one year old, and very much puppies. They weigh a little under 40 lbs, and we've had no messes in their dog runs. They can sit and shake, and someone has obviously spent time with them and Lizzy loves to fetch the ball for you.

They are very attached to each other, and we have found since they have been in a foster home, that they very much need to stay together as Elton starts to whine when he is not next to or near Lizzy. They love each other and also love and crave people interaction and attention. Their foster mom says: "They are so stinking cute! I wish we were able to keep these 2!!! 

They are getting lots of love, socialization and exercise while here. They are fantastic with kids of all ages (they are living with a 9 and 12 year old, and they have been helping care for the dogs too) from our experience with visitors in our home and kiddos coming up to us on walks. They barked at workers here to waterproof our basement today, but have not shown any signs of aggression toward anyone. They obviously love each other very much and play constantly and must be kept together. Lizzy seems more inclined to search for human interaction, whereas Elton is very sweet with people but really just wants to be near Lizzy.

They appear good with other dogs too. These are two very special dogs and if you are looking for a pair of beautiful, sweet young dogs, don't let these pups pass you by!" 

If you would like to meet these 2 sweeties, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Lizzy is a female Golden mix and her BFF Elton is a male Flat-coat Retriever mix and are adorable pups who were strays, running with two older dogs, possibly their mother and father.

We estimate them to be one year old, and very much puppies. They weigh a little under 40 lbs, and we've had no messes in their dog runs. They can sit and shake, and someone has obviously spent time with them and Lizzy loves to fetch the ball for you.

They are very attached to each other, and we have found since they have been in a foster home, that they very much need to stay together as Elton starts to whine when he is not next to or near Lizzy. They love each other and also love and crave people interaction and attention. Their foster mom says: "They are so stinking cute! I wish we were able to keep these 2!!! 

They are getting lots of love, socialization and exercise while here. They are fantastic with kids of all ages (they are living with a 9 and 12 year old, and they have been helping care for the dogs too) from our experience with visitors in our home and kiddos coming up to us on walks. They barked at workers here to waterproof our basement today, but have not shown any signs of aggression toward anyone. They obviously love each other very much and play constantly and must be kept together. Lizzy seems more inclined to search for human interaction, whereas Elton is very sweet with people but really just wants to be near Lizzy.

They appear good with other dogs too. These are two very special dogs and if you are looking for a pair of beautiful, sweet young dogs, don't let these pups pass you by!" 

If you would like to meet these 2 sweeties, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Ginger is a 7 year old, 70ish lb, female beautiful Labrador desperately needing a foster or forever family. She is sadly being re-homed at no fault of her own, due to a change in her family situation. Our GRRAND volunteer who helped transport Ginger says: "I could tell Ginger is a sweet, fun, cuddly lab from the get go. She rode well in a crate in my car. Once we arrived at the GRRAND kennel, Ginger ran in our field but came back for snuggles and belly rubs. She likes treats and playing with frisbees. According to her former owner, she loves to swim. Ginger is energetic and athletic but is not overwhelming in any way. Ginger Snap is beautiful, sweet, and loving."

Her family tells us "Ginger is a loving dog to people and other dogs and she is smart but just needs more attention than we can give her right now. She gets excited to see people and will settle down when given love and attention. She needs more exercise and and direction than she has been given, and is just a dog starved for non-stop people attention and interaction. She needs more play time as well and would love to get that from a family with older kids, as she jumps up on you. But with more people around and constant interaction, she will calm down. Ginger loves frisbee and the pool."

Ginger is said to have lived with a cat, but GRRAND has not cat tested her. We are learning more about Ginger, but if you would like to meet her and give her an active and loving foster or forever family, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Goose is a silly, 2 year old, 85ish lb male Yellow Lab looking for a family that has the time to give him all of the fun adventures and tons of activity that he can handle! Goose is a very active boy and is sadly being rehomed as his activity level exceeds what his family can offer to him at this time. They have 2 little kids and he wants to eat everything he can possibly get his paws and mouth around, and keeping the floor clear of kids toys is all but impossible for them. 

He is truly a typical happy go lucky, high energy young Lab… he loves other dogs, people of all ages, the water and to swim, and to play play play! His mom refers to him as "Marley" from the movie Marley and Me. He has a fun-filled Lab temperament and will let you throw the ball or frisbee as much as one can handle. Goose goes to doggie day care and is one of the favorites, as he is loved by everyone. 

This is what we are told by his family: "This is a very difficult decision, but we are looking for a new home for our sweet Labrador, Goose. He’s 2 years old, full of love, energy, and classic Lab goofiness, and he also has a big personality! Goose is affectionate, social, and great with both people and other dogs. Goose is extremely food motivated and has a habit of eating anything he can get his paws on: food, wrappers, trash, and random non-edibles if he finds them. He doesn’t need medication or therapy, just structure, supervision, and a family with a good sense of humor. He is housebroken and crate-trained, non-aggressive and super friendly and great with other dogs. We feel Goose would do best in a home where someone is around during the day more often and can "Goose-proof" the environment, and devote more time to his needs. He might not be a match for homes with young kids, only because it’s tough for little ones to remember not to leave snacks or toys within reach, but he is not aggressive towards them in any way. We have a one and a four year old in our home that he does fine with, temperament wise, but older, more responsible kids would probably be best. Goose is a lovable handful, endlessly entertaining, deeply sweet, and always ready for a cuddle once he’s burned off some energy. I’m rehoming him only because his needs are hard to meet in our busy household with young children. He deserves a home that can offer the time, attention, and a "laugh it off" attitude he thrives with. If someone is experienced with Labs, loves a good challenge, and wants a loyal buddy who will keep them on their toes (and their counters cleared), Goose might be the guy for you!"

Goose is in his crate when his people are not home, and at night when he sleeps. This sweet boy rarely barks and is just always ready to go go go!

If you would like to meet Goose, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

6-7-25: Hamilton was one of the Spencer County hoarding dogs taken in by GRRAND last year in 2024. Hamilton is beautiful, but still fearful of people. The kennel team are working with him and hope to have him ready to go to a home shortly…. he has work to do. He will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as he has ever been on leash and remains very fearful of people and is considered a flight risk at this time. He has not been socialized and will need a family and another stable dog, with lots of patience who will be committed to the time it will take to help him work through any fears and insecurities he has. Please check back on Hamilton for updates soon.

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to open up your heart and home to foster or adopt Hamilton, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org, and if you would like to donate to Hamilton's care, please visit the GOFUNDME link at https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Hank is a 5 year old, male Golden at about 80lbs, being surrendered as we were told his family "could not keep up with cleaning up after him and his grooming". 

We are told by our GRRAND volunteer that "Hank is a handsome, fun, playful golden who likes humans and other dogs but would do best as the only dog in the home. He likes to walk with you, or just lean into you for scratchies. Hank the Golden is mild mannered, yet curious about his surroundings. There is nothing like a good sniff walk to get his day going."

"Hank is uper sweet and a very happy guy, and he loves his ball! He will happily run for it which will help him on his weight loss journey, as he is a few lbs overweight. He's super cuddly, yet fairly energetic but he knows how to calm down. Hank would do best as an only dog in the home, but when it comes to people, he loves pretty much everyone he meets! Hank will need a family with the time and patience to be committed to working with him on all things, as he has not had any direction in the past. He will need plently of exercise and training as he is a good natured dog, and with a good family to work with him, he will make a fabulous family member!"

Hank is said to have lived with a cat, but GRRAND has not cat tested him, and we are told he has resource guarded but we sre still learning aout him, so with that, it would be best for him to go to a home with no small children.

If you would like to meet Hank, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Hi! My name is Harper, and I'm a pure Golden girl, nearly 3 years old. I'm fairly new to GRRAND, but I'm settling in nicely! Everyone loves me and I love to be cuddled and hugged! 

My family gave me to GRRAND as I have a little issue with my bladder. I was sad, but the GRRAND people are so nice, and they are helping me with my little issue. Still, I'd rather be in a nice warm home with my own family!

Looking for a sweet Golden that won't swipe everything from your coffee table? Harper is your girl, as she has no tail to do so!

Harper is a 3 year old, medium sized at about 60lbs (or so), female Golden Retriever who had some trauma in her past as a puppy and is being surrendered as the people who had her can't care for her anymore. She has been surrendered because she is incontinent…  She had trauma to her tail when she was a puppy which caused nerve damage and incontinence, and her tail had been amputated. GRRAND is working with her and vets to see what can be done to help her, so we will update as we learn more. Her former owners say: "We have done all that we could do for her. We do not have the time and attention that she really seeks and needs. We have developed some things in our lives and have some things facing us soon that we are needing to find her a new home urgently. She is incontinent as she suffered from a tail evulsion when she was young which caused her to have some nerve damage causing the incontinence issue. Vet said she does have a little muscle tone it is isn't completely gone, she does squat somewhat to pee at times but her bowels she doesn't as well. We did surgery to remove her tail since it was dead as recommended by our vet. She is very sweet and just wants to be loved on. She would do well I feel in a home where someone could give her more attention and possibly with another companion". She is good with other dogs and has lived with 3 other Goldens, including a littermate.

She has spent most of her time outdoors, and we know she will be so happy to finally get to know what living full time in a warm home, with a soft bed and non-stop TLC is all about!

 We will update as we learn more, but if you would like to meet sweet Harper, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org 

This Floofydoodle girl is Ivy… Ivy is a 3 year old, 65ish lb, Goldendoodle and was one of the breeder dogs that was rescued from horrid conditions from the Amish puppy mill rescue in early Dec. of 2023! 

MAJOR UPDATES FOR IVY – THIS SWEET GIRL IS OUT OF GCS AND IN A FOSTER HOME as of Feb 2025, HOWEVER, it was a temporary foster home and she is back at the kennel now looking for hopefully, her FOREVER family! She's great with other dogs. She will come up to you to be petted and for treats. She is still shy and needs a calm, patient home with an above ground securely fenced yard, and another stable dog.

Here is what her foster mom had to say while she had Ivy…

"Ivy is settling in really well. She finally learned how to go up and down the stairs (she initially didn’t know how). Still no potty accidents inside. So I would say she is house trained! 

We are working hard on crate training and she is slowly but surely learning the crate up command and learning the crate can be a safe place. She is also letting us walk her in the house on a slip lead which is a big step for her as she’s not leash trained. Long term, she will be so happy in a home with another stable, young and playful dog. (ours are 6 and 7 and not as active with her) She is so playful and loves to run. She loves to chase after balls, but doesn’t understand fetch yet and she will run laps around our backyard until she tires out, ha! That said, she is generally pretty calm in the house."

**** As Ivy is working on getting socialized, she still has fears and the type of home she is needing is not just your typical home. There are quite a few MUST HAVES for her and they are:  MUST have someone who is experienced in helping unsocialized breeder dogs transition from the kennel situation to a home. This is NOT just for anyone, as the time and patience put into helping to rehabilitate these dogs is huge. She also MUST have another stable dog, MUST have a secure above ground fenced yard with direct access to the yard from the house, MUST have someone home more than the typical working family, and a home with NO kids under the age of 16. Sadly, after a year, she is now talking treats from us, and will occasionally let us pet her head. No aggression, just terrified of people. 

We are still learning about Ivy but we do know she is very fearful of everything right now. You can tell she WANTS to get love but she is very hesitant and when one of the volunteers was able to pet her (once), she laid down in fear. Ivy has only known the small confines of a kennel, so this new world she has been introduced to is very scary for her. She finds comfort in other dogs as when she is in the play area with volunteers, she was very indifferent and not so interested in people, but when she is outside with some other dogs, she will get excited and bounce around some. 

We know we need to get her out of the kennel so she can begin her new journey in life. She needs to find a forever family or foster family that is excited to show her what love and compassion are about. Ivy's rehabilitation is going to take time… things can not be rushed for her. As said above, she is going to need to have a stable dog living in the home so they can show her the ropes and help build her confidence in everything, especially people. Ivy is considered a flight risk, and will need a home with a secure above ground fenced yard with direct access to the yard from the home. We do not know how she will be with kids and or chaos, so a home with no kids under the age of 16 is best and we do not know how she is with cats at this time. 

If you want to be the one to show Ivy what life as a beloved family member is all about, please fill out an application:

grrand.org/adopt

GRRAND dogs are looking for their foster or adoptive homes in our current service area of Greater Louisville, Greater Lexington, or Greater Cincinnati and Dayton. We’re sorry we can’t make exceptions to this area at this time.

Jazzman is young girl, 40ish lb, Great Pyrenees/Lab mix looking for a family that has a secure above ground fenced yard (as she is considered a flight risk, and needs a safe space to go outside) and who is going to be committed to having the time and patience to help her through her insecurities and fears. Jazzman was surrendered to GRRAND in not good health, and very unsocialized. We are still learning about Jazzman, but we feel she could benefit from another confident and stable dog in the home who can help build her confidence and show her the ropes. She is said to have lived with a cat, but GRRAND has not cat tested her. She is in a GRRAND kennel and has not made any messes in her run and they say she is very slow to warm up to new people, but with a few yummie treats and patience, she comes around. The kennel staff says: Jazzman is the sweetest, happiest girl once she gets to know you! She adores being outside with her ball. She also LOVES having her butt scratched."

One of our volunteers says "Jazzman holds the title of grrand dog longest a PP kennels… As of June 8th, she will have been there a year, and no idea why! Jazzman is a beautiful golden lab mix and is a nice smaller to medium size. She is fairly timid until she gets to know you. She loves the kennel staff but I am sure it will take some more sessions with me to get her to be more comfy with me. Jazzman is curious and seems interested in tennis balls."

Her new family will need to understand her anxieties and fears will take time to diminish, and compassion and dedication to helping her grow and learn what love and direction are about, will be the most rewarding thing for all involved. She has had no training and minimal care in general, so she is startig out new. 

We are still learning about Jazzman,  but if you would like to meet her, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Jem is an 8 month old, male Flat Coat Retriever puppy who was rescued from a shelter on the euthanasia list, and GRRAND making a spot for him literally saved his life. All shelters are doing the best they can, but with so many unaltered pets multiiplying without boundaries, they are just overwhelmed! 

Jem is in a foster home and they say: "Jem is just a typical playful puppy… super sweet and loving. He is very friendly and calm with the kids and dogs he met on our street. He's got a lot of curls and a vertical leap like an Australian Shepherd. When walking him, his nose is to the ground and stubborn when he gets a scent, and everything out here is new, so he wants to mark every twig, leaf or rock he comes across! Jet is very affectionate and a good companion. He's a really great dog!"

We are still learning about Jem, but we do know he is just a puppy, and will need a family committed to giving him the exercise and direction he needs to be a good boy! Any applicant with children under the age of 16, will require a home with direct access to a securely fenced yard… meaning direct access to the yard from the home… so this means no apartments or condos. 

Please check back for more info, but if you would like to meet this cutie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Jet is a 4.5 year old, 70ish lb, male Golden Retriever looking for a home where he is the only dog, no cats and no kids under the age of 16. His family has made the very hard decision to re-home Jet as his resource guarding is a concern with kids around for fear of the unknown. 

Jet is house-trained, crate-trained and usually went to work daily with his person, so he was not left home alone much. We are told "He has had obedience training and he knows all the basic commands and a few fun ones. Jet resource guards toys and we have tried numerous training for the resource guarding, but have had no luck. He is really chill and happy, and likes to run in the yard and smell around."

GRRAND is still learning about Jet, but if you would like to inquire about him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Kenton was one of the Spencer County hoarding dogs taken in by GRRAND last year 2024. He is about 2-3 years old, 50ish lbs, and a Lab/Golden mix. Kenton is beautiful, but still very fearful of people. The kennel team are working with him and hope to have him ready to go to a home as soon as they can. He will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as he has ever been on leash and remains very fearful of people and is considered a flight risk at this time. He has not been socialized and will need a family with lots of patience and who will be committed to the time it will take to help him work through any fears and insecurities he has. A home with another confident and stable dog will help Kenton work on building his own confidence and overcoming his fears of people. Please check back for updates on Kenton… And if you would like to inquire about him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

As we continue to assess the individual needs of these deserving animals, additional information to come, so please check back for more updates… 

If you would like to donate to Kenton's care, or the other Spencer county hoarding dogs, please visit the GOFUNDME link at https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Sad news for Kyrie… Kyrie was diagnosed with gastric lymphoma. The life expectancy with or without treatment is 6-12 months and sadly, there is no treatment that has worked based on the studies available. He is on daily steroid treatment, a special diet, daily vitamin B 12, probiotics and he gets daily pumpkin and oatmeal combination to add bulk to his stools. (If he gets treats or doesn’t get his pumpkin and oatmeal, I’ve noticed his stools become very soft, non- formed and ends up with diarrhea again). For the moment he’s stable. He’s put on some weight since we've gotten him on the steroids and his diarrhea is under control. He is a sweet, happy boy, but that doesn’t change the diagnosis or prognosis, therefore he is in a Hospice foster home where he is getting all of the best care, love and snuggles he can take! If you would like to help out with Kyrie's Hospice care, please visit the critical page on GRRAND.org

Meet Kyrie (choc color) and Laisy (yellow color), lovable 10-month-old male and female Labradoodles who are BFF's! These two sweethearts were found running together near a horse park, and now they’re looking for a forever home where they can shower their new family with love and cuddles.

Kyrie and Laisy are sweet, playful pups who absolutely love to snuggle. They’ve quickly settled into their foster home and have shown just how well-behaved they are. They get along great with other dogs, both female and male, and have no issues with food or toy guarding. They’re also fantastic with kids and love to play. They’re learning quickly and eager to please.

Although they’re still working on potty training, they’re making great progress! Kyrie and Laisy also did wonderfully during their baths, showing how adaptable and easygoing they are.
This bonded pair is inseparable and looking for a loving family who can give them the attention, patience, and cuddles they deserve. If you’re looking for two sweet, affectionate dogs who will bring endless joy to your life, Kyrie and Laisy might just be the perfect fit!

Please fill out an app at GRRAND.org if interested!

Laurel was one of the Spencer County hoarding dogs taken in by GRRAND last year in 2024. She is a Lab/Golden mix and about 5 years old. 

The kennel team is so proud of sweet Laurel. She came to GRRAND last September from a bad hoarding situation. Laurel was one of many dogs left outside to fend for themselves. She had an eye infection, which resulted in the loss of her left eye, was tick and flea infested, and suffered from severe mange and malnutrition. Understandably, when Laurel came to us, she didn’t have any trust in people.

She’s come a long way since then! Laurel loves all other dogs (and we think cats, too). Since being at our Louisville kennel, she’s become “boss” of the play yard! She loves to play but makes sure all the other dogs behave. If they get too rambunctious, she’ll let them know.

We are slowly gaining Laurel’s trust. She’s been taking treats from our hands for a while. A month ago, we started working with her on a slip leash. She’ll now follow us around the kennel on her slip leash and let us pet her without cowering. She’s actually starting to enjoy it and is coming up to her main handlers in the play yard to be petted.

Laurel still has a way to go before she’s completely comfortable with people. She’ll need a very safe, secure, and patient home to help her progress. However, underneath that shy and fearful exterior is a sweet puppy longing for love, kindness, and attention. She will need a secure fenced in yard as she is still considered a flight risk, and no small children.

If your home sounds like the right fit and you’re interested in learning more about Laurel, or any of the remaining “hoarding” dogs, please visit and complete an application.

And if you would like to learn more about Laurel, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to donate to Laurel's care, or any of the other Spencer County dogs still needing care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Lily is an 8 year old, 60ish lb, female Golden Retriever being surrendered to GRRAND as we are told: "We are moving and unable to bring our animals and honestly we've had so much going on the last couple years we haven't been able to give them the attention they need. Lily is bonded with her sister Lola who is a 7 year old, 60ish lb, female Golden Retriever, as they have been together since Lola was a puppy and are to be adopted together. 

Lily gets whiney and a little shakey when there is a thunderstorm and she likes to chew, as long as she has a hard chew toy she is happy. She is a very loving dog and is a big cuddler. Lily does smile, it looks like a snarl at first but it is a smile!" Lily is looking for a family that is committed to giving her the exercise, love and direction she needs to help in her transition into a new home. She is house-trained and crate-trained, but has not needed it since she was a puppy, so has full run of the house. She gets along well with other dogs, is said to have lived with a cat (GRRAND has not cat tested her), and has spent too much time outside. She is looking forward to being an inside dog, with a warm bed and all the nice creature comforts her forever family will spoil her with. 

We are still learning about Lily, so please check back for more info, but if you would like to meet her, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Lola is a beautiful 7 year old, 75ish lb, English Cream Golden Retriever being surrendered as her people told GRRAND "We are moving and unable to bring our animals and honestly we've had so much going on the last couple years we haven't been able to give her the attention she needs. She is a very sweet and loving girl, and has had 2 litters of puppies, her last litter was in 2020." She is bonded with her sister Lily who is an 8 year old, 60ish lb, female Golden Retriever, as they have been together since Lola was a puppy and are to be adopted together. 

She is crate-trained, but has not needed it since she was a puppy, so has full run of the house. She gets along well with other dogs, is said to have lived with a cat (GRRAND has not cat tested her) and has spent way too much time outdoors, so she is ready to know the life of being an inside dog, getting all the love and attention she deserves, and the warm comforts of a home. 

We are still learning about Lola, so please check back for more info, but if you would like to meet her, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Madison is one of the Spencer County hoarding dogs taken in by GRRAND last year in 2024. Madison is a beautiful, 7 year old, 60ish lb Lab/Golden mix. She is a sweet girl, that is still a little nervous, but accepts treats and loves to be petted. She does great with other dogs, but could be the only dog in a home. As with all the Spencer County dogs, she is a flight risk, so a secure above ground fenced yard is needed and no small children (who could accidentally leave a door open). Madison is ready to go to a home and will need the compassion and patience from her people to help her work through the adjustments of being in a home. Please fill out an app at GRRAND.org if you would like to meet Ms Madison!

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to donate to Madison's care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Madison, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

This beautiful girl was rescued from the Spencer County hoarding case rescue in September and is now ready to live the good life with her very own family and home. Can you be her hero? She is in a foster home and this is what her foster mom has to say:

"Are you looking for a new best friend with personality?  One that will follow you around and talk to you? Then look no further, Maggie is your girl!  Maggie is approximately 11 months old, has been spayed and is starting to settle down.  She has become more curious of other people and is starting to warm up quicker.  She still enjoys the outdoors, loves chilling in the shade in the yard, watching birds and listing to the frogs at night.  She loves car rides and is still working on walking on a leash. She likes to check the perimeter and make sure everything is up to her standards each morning and report back.

She is fully house broken and now sleeps with the crate door open with no issues and free run of the house while I’m home.  She desperately wants her own forever family to love to and protect them from any rouge squirrels.

Maggie is doing well in my foster home, with my almost 2 year old golden retriever.  She took a few days to decompress and then began to check out the house and yard. After that she was exploring all the rooms and walking up and down the steps like a champ.  Maggie has been very curious and brave as she learns about a home, new sounds, smells, and other dogs in the neighboring yards.  She loves plush toys, looking out the window, being outside, wrestling with my dog, running the fence with the neighbors’ dogs, and chewing on a good stick.  Maggie doesn’t quite understand the difference between humans and dogs and tries to play with me like I’m a dog too.  She is very timid about meeting new people and looks to my dog for assurance that its ok before she will approach.  Maggie is learning to accept love and be petted.  Maggie is fully housebroken and only had a few accidents in the first few days when we were leaning our communication signs. She is crate trained and uses it as her safe space.  She walks in and out of it freely and at times sleeps in it with the door open. If she is scared, she will run to her crate and always needs access to it. She is a good eater but is not food or toy aggressive. Maggie does not whine or bark while in her crate in the car, although she was scared riding home and to the vet.
Maggie is super chill while I work in my home office and enjoys hanging out with my golden.  She has taken over the office dog bed, plays with toys, chews on a Nylabone, entertains herself and is quite during conference calls. This girl has made so much progress and has really come a long way in a short amount of time. She needs to find her forever home. Could you be her forever family? She will make a fantastic companion for her forever family and her love is worth the wait."  View this video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/18ojv6GYV1/

If you would like to meet Maggie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

If you would like to donate to Maggie's care and the other Spencer County dogs, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Meet Maisie – Golden Retriever Heart, Signature Ears, and Pure Puppy Joy

Maisie is a 4 month old, about 40ish lbs, female Golden/Shepherd mix puppy looking for her second chance. Maisie’s story began with a young couple who—though well-meaning—realized they weren’t quite ready for the demands of puppyhood, especially with a baby on the way. Fortunately, GRRAND stepped in to give her that second chance she so clearly deserves.

Now thriving in her foster home, Maisie is the full package: potty-trained, crate-trained, dog- and cat-friendly, and absolutely full of life. She loves romping with her foster siblings, hoarding toys, and curling up beside you when it’s time to unwind.

Maisie acts every bit the classic golden retriever—gentle, affectionate, eager to please—and she looks the part too… with one irresistible exception: her perky ears. While they may not follow the traditional golden retriever “flop,” they give Maisie a dash of character that’s uniquely hers. We think they’re downright adorable, and she wears them with pride.

Please don’t let her ears fool you—Maisie is golden through and through. Her heart, temperament, and joyful spirit embody everything you love about the breed. Maisie is looking for a home that abides by the GRRAND puppy guidelines: 

Puppies are a lot of work, and if you are interested in a GRRAND puppy and have children, PLEASE SEE THE ADOPTION FAQs section of the website for more detailed info. GRRAND policies stipulate a few important things that may stop you from applying, and here are 2 big ones-

A: GRRAND will NOT place a puppy under the age of 6 months with families with children under 6 yrs old 

B: Any applicant with children under the age of 16, will require a home with direct access to a securely fenced yard… meaning direct access to the yard from the home… so this means no apartments or condos. 

As with all puppies, they will need a home where someone is home most of the time as they need to be fed regularly, and let to go outside consistently and constantly ALL DAY LONG so potty training can be a breeze. They will be looking for a family with LOTS of time and patience to socialize and work with a puppy so they can grow up to be good pups! ***Exercise and direction are a must as a tired puppy is a good puppy!! It is a lot of fun, but it is a lot of work, and if you don't have the time, an active and non-stop playful puppy may not be for you! 

Families must understand there needs to be constant supervision as children of all ages need to learn to respect an animal and puppies, and need to be taught boundaries. We are excited these pups will get to know what a nice soft bed, in a warm and cozy home with a loving family is all about!

If you would like to inquire about Maisie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Maisie is ready to find her forever family. If you’re looking for a devoted companion with a golden soul (and unforgettable ears), she’s your girl, and please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Maria is a 1 year old Great Pyrenees/Akbash mix who was born outside on a sheep farm with her siblings Riley and Leo. She is house trained and well behaved indoors, good with cats and walk well on leash. She could go to homes with or without another dog, but would do best with a family who was around more during the day than a working family gone all day.

When they were surrendered to GRRAND, they had not lived in a house yet, but responded well in the kennel, and are relatively calm pups with a really great temperament. They are very easy puppies to manage with laid back personalities. They lived in a setting with 9 other dogs, so they are great with dogs and should also be fine with cats. The kennel volunteers say anyone getting these pups is very lucky!

Great Pryr/Akbash is a Guardian Dog breed that we suggest you do research on before applying for this cutie, as there are differences between LGD breeds and Golden Retrievers. They will be looking for a loving foster or forever family, with a secure fenced yard as LGD's love to be in their yard to protect and patrol, and this happens best when they are in a secure space!

They will be looking for a home that abides by the GRRAND puppy guidelines:

Puppies are a lot of work, and if you are interested in a GRRAND puppy and have children, PLEASE SEE THE ADOPTION FAQs section of the website for more detailed info. GRRAND policies stipulate a few important things that may stop you from applying, and here are 2 big ones-

A: GRRAND will NOT place a puppy under the age of 6 months with families with children under 6 yrs old 

B: Any applicant with children under the age of 16, will require a home with direct access to a securely fenced yard… meaning direct access to the yard from the home… so this means no apartments or condos. 

If you would like to meet Maria, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

We are very happy to report that Marion, one of our rural county rescue dogs, that came from an awful hoarding situation, gave birth to 5 healthy puppies and they all have found their forever families and now it is Marion's turn to find her forever family! Marion is about 55lbs, and she is believed to be a Golden/Lab mix. She will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as she is considered a flight risk due to lack of socialization and human love. She will need a family with the time and patience to work with her through any insecurities she may have. 

We are happy to report she is in a foster home and this is what they have to say:

"Since coming to live with us at the beginning of December, sweet Marion has made wonderful progress! She's gone from not wanting to go outside the first three days, to wanting to stay outside for longer periods of time. She was unsure of our two Goldens when she first arrived, but now they get along just fine. She does bark at our neighbor dogs along the fence but, when walking, she hasn't been reactive to dogs we meet along the way, and she walks really well on leash. She's been to visit some human friends while on our walks and is quite a polite lady.
She understands what treats are now and takes them gently from your hands – she likes string cheese, hot dogs, little Smart Bones and Smart Sticks. She will now come and stand with our Goldens to receive treats. There are no issues sharing toys with our dogs, but she prefers soft toys. She has "destuffed" several and likes to chew on the left over skin. She is still learning the difference between toys and household items. She also enjoys chewing on peanut butter filled bones.

Our porch/mudroom and her bed are her safe places. She didn't leave that room for weeks after coming to live with us, but now she is more brave and curious – she ventures out into our kitchen and living room often. Her biggest issue is with hardwood floors – she doesn't want to walk on them. We moved runners from our hallway to make a path to our front door and living room. She LOVES to look out our back and front doors and bark at anything that walks by. As you can see from the pictures, she is learning to be a seasoned Couch Potato!

She now runs out into the backyard with our girls and loves exploring and watching over our backyard. Now that the weather is warmer, she seems to want to stay out for longer periods of time.

She is house trained – never had an accident since she arrived.  We do not crate her or limit where she can go when we leave for short periods of time. At first, she wasn't a fan of her crate, but she now sleeps in it every night. When we move her bed to the crate each night, she knows it's time for bed. 

Marion is the sweetest girl!! She loves to be petted – especially when she's sitting or laying down. She still shys away if you try to pet her while standing up and she is soooo close to moving in to us to be petted.

 We are currently a two-adult-only household, so she is unsure about new people and will bark at them in the house. We haven't had any young children around other than when she first arrived and was still skittish about everything, so still not sure about young children at this time. She is still skittish about new and different sounds, so young children might take her a while to warm up to. She doesn't like seeing our neighbor's cat walk across the back fence, so we are thinking she will not be a cat-friendly dog, but it isn't a sure thing.

She will definitely need someone with lots of time and patience, as I believe she will need to establish routines to feel safe in a new place. She has lots of love to give and loves getting love!!!!!"

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Marion, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org or if you would like to donate to the care of these needy dogs, please click the GOFUNDME link to learn more… https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Mikey is an 8 year old, 80ish lb Labrador mix who is sadly looking for a new home as his devoted dad is very sick and his only worry is his best boy Mikey. 

He says: "He is well loved, mild mannered and well-behaved and is just happy to be alive. I really wish for him to have a good home. He is a loving and loyal dog. He loves to be petted. He is even tempered. In fact, we have a little Maltese who tried to start a fight with Mikey, and he just stares at him and walks away. He doesn't growl or bark. He is a little awkward cause he has big feet and when he tried to jump, sometimes he trips over his own feet but that's his only flaw. He walks right by your side and comes to a call or whistle. He is not an alpha male. He is extremely afraid of storms, though. If he is outside, he really wants to come inside when it is storming. But he is happy to sit quietly if someone pets him and keeps him calm. We don't have children around, so I can only guess since he's good with everyone but we do not know. He is totally unaware of the dangers of cars and he should be kept in a fenced area. He has no concept of the dangers of the road. He was a rescue so we have no idea what his life was like before last year, but he is a lovable dog who is just happy to be alive. He is well loved and it breaks my heart to let him go but I just can't take care him and he needs a loving home".

Mikey is in a foster home and they say "He LOVES to be loved and is a gentle giant! He gets along very well with our two other dogs and will play with them in very short spurts and loves to follow them around to see what they are up to. He is very laid back. I work from home most of the week and he will lay on his bed by my desk while I do. We think Mikey would do best in a home with no kids under the age of 10. He is totally house broken. He has free roam of the house 24/7 and has not made any messes. He goes to sleep as soon as the sun goes down and sleeps until it comes back up". As Mikey is a senior boy, he would do best in a home with very few or no steps at all as he has a hard time with them. 

We are still learning more about Mikey, but if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

This sweet girl is a lover and is looking for a dog-savvy, adult only couple or single person to love her back! She will require a home with an above ground physical fenced yard!!!  

GRRAND will work with her adoptive home to help transition her. 

Millie would love an active person who will take her to doggie daycare to get her energy out or good runs/walks. She would do fine as an only dog or with a stable, submissive dog, but no cats. She is also crate-trained. 

Millie has a waited too long for her happy forever, and with just the right person, you can live a happy great life together! Can you be the one she deserves? 
 

This is Ms Minnie!

From her foster: "Meet my new GRRAND foster dog, Minnie. She is approximately 2 yrs old and obviously a badger Great Pyr. She is very sweet, a little shy, but good with other dogs and cats. She arrived at to me a matted mess, and everyone said she needed to be shaved. 1 1/2 hrs later, no need to shave this girl at all!!! She was the best behaved dog I have ever groomed. Minnie just stood there and let me brush out all those mats (had to shave a few) and cut the grinch feet… NOW look at this beauty!

She does need to lose some weight. Owners said she weighs at 115. I think a good weight would be around 90. Give me some time, and I will update ASAP!" 

If you would like to meet Ms Minnie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Nova is a 6 year old, 50lb, female Goldendoodle who is being surrendered because "She needs someone that can be with her more than I can. She has a lot of energy and needs a place to run around."

Nova will need a home with a secure fenced yard so she can romp and play, and a new "bestie" in the home would be a bonus! Nova gets along well with other dogs and will need a family that can be committed to giving her the exercise and direction she needs to be a happy and healthy girl! Nova is crate trained and is in the crate when her people are gone to work and sleeps in it at night. She would love to have a home where she is not in the crate so much and get plenty of daily activity. She is a bit leary of strangers, but needs the right person who can help her work through that.

We are still learning about Nova, but if you would like to meet this cutie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

UPDATE ON NULA!!! 

Nula Update 5/14/2025:
Nula has been with us for the past 7 months. She just celebrated her first birthday on March 16th. Nula has blossomed quite a bit since she first came into the rescue as a neglected, underweight, hairless, flea and tick ridden puppy. Nula loves other dogs, cats and kittens of all ages and sizes. We foster kittens and she is especially excited to be around the little ones. She is
extremely playful, always ready and desiring to run with my other dogs in the yard. For her mental and physical well being, in addition to daily walks, Nula will need a large yard and another dog in the home. She absolutely lives for her daily walks and especially enjoys hiking in the woods. She does tend tokeep pressure on the leash but she is not an overly aggressive puller. It helps to walk her on a flexi leash which gives her more room to “explore” versus feeling confined to a heal position. She does not react to any type of dog on walks even if they are reactive toward her. She’s always willing to be petted by strangers. Children are especially drawn to her gentle nature and delicate frame. Nula is fantastic on car rides, either loose enjoying the view or crated. When Nula first came to us we had issues with her chewing property – window frames, door frames, shoes. She had no concept of what was off limits since she was raised outside without any structure (and was a puppy). We realized she needed more structure and so we kept her crated when unsupervised. She is and was always exceptional at crating. Say “crate” and she runs to it. She still happily sleeps in her crate and doesn’t make a sound until we greet her in the morning. We have let her sleep on our bed which she equally enjoys. We do allow her 90% unsupervised time in our home now but continue to crate her if we will be gone for an extended period of time as a precautionary measure. She has never shown any signs of aggression. Nula does bark at my miniature horses or sometimes a dog in a neighboring yard, but is getting much better at stopping when we call to her. If you’re looking for a small (35 lb) dog with loads of energy to take on daily walks or keep your other dog(s) company, she’s your girl."

Nula will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as she has ever been on leash and remains very fearful of people and is considered a flight risk at this time. Nula is an English shepherd/ Lab mix who loves the outdoors. (see DNA results in pictures section) is new to her foster home and they have a WONDERFUL update…

"I’ve been fostering her for only 5 days and she’s already proving to be a diamond in the rough! While she was timid when she first arrived, she was cuddling with her new big brother by the end of the evening… AND, she has been fine with my indoor cats too. She helped me wrap Christmas gifts, as she loves to be a part of everything! 

She was one of the seized dogs in the Spencer County hoarding case and I couldn’t resist having DNA testing done. Turns out she is 45% English Shepherd, 34% yellow lab. They suspect Ruby is her mother. Her behavior, temperament, EVERYTHING screams English Shepherd. (If you have one of the dogs who have a similar appearance to Nula, I’d be curious to compare characteristics!)

Nula loves talking long walks, especially enjoying sniffing all the incredible smells in nature. She has boundless energy and loves running after and herding her canine friends both young and old.  When she’s not playing she can be found curled up napping on mommy’s side of the bed. Nula is crate trained, potty trained, knows some basic commands and is great with dogs and cats. She doesn’t guard toys or food. Nula would enjoy a family that enjoys spending lots of time outdoors. 

She is as sweet as can be and loves to play outside and go hiking. I’ve already done a couple 3+ mile hikes with her, with energy to spare. Although her silky blonde coat is sparse, it’s going to be so beautiful when it grows back. When she finds her forever home, she really would do best with a 4-legged buddy who can help show her the ropes!"

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to donate to Nula's care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

And check back for more updated on Nula, but if you would like to meet her, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Sadie Mae is a 4 year old, 70ish lb, female Golden Retriever and her BFF is Oaklei… a 4 year old, 60ish lb, female Black Labrador Retriever are sadly being surrendered due to a family loss which changed things for everyone. These 2 are a very bonded pair and need to be adopted together as they have been together their whole lives. They are house-trained and sleep at night on their owners bed. They will need a home that can provide them with the daily exercise and direction they need to stay happy and healthy dogs and their new family will also have to have the patience to help them work through any adjustments they will have moving into a new home. 

Both dogs are very sweet and loving, and they love to sit on the couch and be loved on. Our GRRAND volunteer says: "I had the honor of taking Oaklei and Sadie to the vet for a checkup and I got to play with them in the fenced field. These are very sweet, curious, and playful dogs and they love each other very much, but do their own sniffing and roaming in the field. They both love to be petted and also do well on a leash."

We are still learning about these 2 sweeties, but if you would like to inquire about them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Sadie Mae is a 4 year old, 70ish lb, female Golden Retriever and her BFF is Oaklei… a 4 year old, 60ish lb, female Black Labrador Retriever sadly beig surrendered due to a family loss which changed things for everyone. These 2 are a very bonded pair and need to be adopted together as they have been together their whole lives. They are house-trained and sleep at night on their owners bed. They will need a home that can provide them with the daily exercise and direction they need to stay happy and healthy dogs and their new family will also have to have the patience to help them work through any adjustments they will have moving into a new home. 

Both dogs are very sweet and loving, and they love to sit on the couch and be loved on. Our GRRAND volunteer says: "I had the honor of taking Oaklei and Sadie to the vet for a checkup and I got to play with them in the fenced field. These are very sweet, curious, and playful dogs and they love each other very much, but do their own sniffing and roaming in the field. They both love to be petted and also do well on a leash."

We are still learning about these 2 sweeties, but if you would like to inquire about them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Oldam is a Lab/Golden mix and is one of the dogs from the horrible Spencer County hoarding case in Sept 2024. After time for him to decompress, we have some positive news from our kennel staff who has been working with Oldham…

"This beautiful boy is starting to settle and relax at the kennel. He will take treats from my hand, and is so close to letting me pet him. We'll start on slip-leash training next week, and I expect good progress from him. 

He shows no aggression, but does like to bark at new arrivals. He runs with 10 other dogs in the play yards with zero issues. We were told he lived around cats, so we believe he'd be fine in a secure home with cats.

Oldham needs another stable dog in the home to help show him the ropes and build his confidence. He is a flight risk, so no small kids. He needs an experienced dog owner who can help him, feel safe, secure and loved. His new family will need to have the time and patience to work with him, and know he will be forever grateful for that. We would love to get Oldham into a foster home, as that is where he will thrive the best with his rehabilitation. 

 If you would like to meet Oldham and open your heart and home to him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

As we continue to assess the individual needs of these deserving animals, additional information to come, so please check back for more updates… This is Oldham and he weighs about 55lbs, and is a Golden/Lab mix, and he will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as he has ever been on leash and remains very fearful of people and is considered a flight risk at this time. He has not been socialized and will need a family with lots of patience and who will be committed to the time it will take to help him work through any fears and insecurities he has. 

If you would like to open up your heart and home to foster or adopt Oldham, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org, and if you would like to donate to Oldham's care, please visit the GOFUNDME link at https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Opie is a 2 year old, 100ish lb, gorgeous male Black Lab looking for a home where he is the only dog in the home. He is being rehomed and we are told:  "I recently took Opie in, as he was rescued from a flood, but he’s been unpredictable with the other dogs in my home, but he’s so sweet and super good with people and kids though."

Our GRRAND volunteer says: "Opie is an athletic, curious, and very friendly full sized Black Lab. He will not jump on you for attention but will stand quietly by your side, waiting to be petted, then he will go off to sniff and explore, checking back with you every few minutes. Opie loves people and is said to be afraid of cats and steers clear of them. Opie was originally found as a stray, then lived mostly outdoors so we are not sure about his behavior indoors, though all signs point positively to him responding with eagerness to please and to the consistency of training."

He is crate-trained and house-trained and is said to walk well on leash. Opie will need a home where he will get lots of exercise and direction from his people and he would benefit from training with his new family. We are still learning about Opie, so please check back for more info, but if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

I'm Penny and am very pleased to meet you! I'm a beautiful pure Golden Retriever, 4+ years old. I came to GRRAND in early 2022, so I have been in the kennel for a while.

I can be a bit grouchy if you try and take one of my prize possessions away from me, usually a stick, but my close kennel buddies know to trick me with a treat for my stick! It works out beautifully, and don't tell them, but honestly, I get the better deal . Oh, and they said if anyone wanted to take me home they would teach them the same trick!

I do love it at the kennel! I get love, two meals a day, and have a warm bed of my own in my 6' x 6' cozy kennel run. I even have a glass door to look out of; Tyg and Adam are across the way so we have nice conversations when the kennel team isn't around. I get to go outside with my favorite people at least three times a day. We play in the yard, go for walks, and sometimes go on field trips to the park and Starbucks. I love going to the pool in the summer, but my favorite is office time where I get to be petted and do stimulation games (and earn treats)!

But my kennel guy seems sad these days; He says I'm getting 'institutionalized' at the kennel. I don't mind being in my cozy kennel run 20 hours a day, but he says I deserve better, like a home with people who love me and who will spend time with me. We have a radio at the kennel (Christmas carols playing now), but he says I should be able to watch Hallmark movies and Animal Planet on TV, whatever that is!! I think I'm his favorite, but don't tell Tyg!

So just to make him happy I guess I'm ready to go home with a great person or couple this Christmas. I have been at the kennel for almost 1000 days so going to a loving home would be an amazing Christmas gift.

I realize I'm not 'Buddy The Elf' but the wonderful team at GRRAND love me (and I them) and they are committed to finding the right home for me and giving the family the right tools and education to make my adoption a success.

Please consider fostering or adopting me in the very near future.

Merry Christmas, Love Penny XOXO

Penny is an absolutely beautiful 3 year old Golden Retriever who needs a very specific home! Please read all about her needs before applying!

Penny is happy, tail wagging, and if she knows you, extremely friendly! After coming to GRRAND, we learned she had resource guarding tendencies, and she spent time with our excellent trainers and behaviourists to evaluate her needs.

What we have learned is that Penny does resource guard certain items, and she can be sensitive around her head.

Our kennel manager has spent a lot of time with Penny, and they have a close bond. He reports that Penny takes awhile to be comfortable and trust a person, but when she does trust you, she's an awesome dog who is very loyal and loving. We have a small team who handle her daily, and she loves to play and run outside, go for walks, do mental stimulation games (she is very smart!), and hang out in the office with her person.

Penny needs the right home with a dog-savvy family who understands how dogs communicate. She will give a warning (ex. growl) if something is going on she doesn't like. This is Penny’s way of telling us she wants us to stop doing something, which is great!

Her home must have no children or other animals, either in the home or visiting (e.g., grandchildren who come over). We would do a slow introduction period with several visits to the kennel and to her potential home to help build a bond, along with resource guarding training so we are sure the adopter/foster knows Penny's triggers and how to deal with them. And, as a young Golden, Penny will need plenty of high-quality exercise.

If you are looking for a dog to take to family gatherings or breweries, Penny is not for you. But if you want to truly rescue a dog that just needs patience, understanding, love and training, Penny will reward you with an abundance of love and loyalty

If you think you could be a good fit for Penny, please submit an application so you can connect and learn more!

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Pike was one of the Spencer County hoarding dogs taken in by GRRAND last year in 2024. Pike is a beautiful, almost 4 year old, Lab/Golden mix, who is such a sweet girl and has come a long way during her last couple of weeks at the GRRAND kennel. She's still a nervous, but accepts treats and loves to be petted. She does great with other dogs, and it would be best for her to have another confident/stable dog in the house to show her the ropes to show her that love from people is good and to help her build her own confidence. As with all the Spencer County dogs, she is a flight risk, so a secure above ground fenced yard is needed and no small children. Pike is ready to go home to a family that will have the patience and compassion to work through her insecurities with her, and give her the time she needs for that to happen. If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Pike, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. 

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to donate to Pike's care, or the other Spencer County dogs still in GRRAND's care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

DESPERATELY NEEDING A FOSTER OR FOREVER FAMILY!!! Don't Roger's sweet eyes call to you? Roger's dad is having serious health issues and we are hopeful a family will step up to help Roger AND his family!

Roger is an 9-10 year old boy, 75ish lb Lab mix who is sadly looking for a home where he can spend his senior years!

His owner has health issues which are causing the sad decision to rehome Roger. He needs a home with no kids under the age of 16, as he tends to be a resource guarder when he has something in his mouth and someone tries to get it from him, so dog savvy owners would be best for this handsome boy. His people say  "We really want Roger to go to a good family that can love him and give him the proper care and exercise he truly needs and wants. We had to downsize and now we don't have a fenced yard for him to run around in, so he is full of energy and we cannot get out with him the way he needs and he does not get many walks. He really needs a yard to run in, with space to spread out, be free and play, and we can not provide that for him. On walks, he can bark at the wildlife, and cars and bikes, so we all really miss the fenced yard we used to have for him".

His people also tell GRRAND: "He is a sweet dog and just loves to be around me, loves to get affection and be petted, and follows me from room to room! Roger lets me know when people are at the house because he gets so excited and he barks a bit when they come in, but settles down quickly and melts into the background after about 5 minutes. He is very well house trained and has never had an accident in the house, and he will bark and let me know when he needs to go out or when he needs/wants something". 

He used to have a doggie companion who passed away and he is said to miss his friend and is lonely.

If you would like to meet this handsome couch potato, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Hi! I'm Ross. There's a lot of debate as to my DNA, but my kennel guy thinks I'm a Golden/Duck Toller/Collie mix! But I don't care – I'm adorable whatever I am – just look at my picture!!! I'm six-years-old and a GRRAND long-timer – 4 years!! But I'm happy, love to walk, play on our agility equipment, and entertain my kennel people with my zoomies! I'm now working with a trainer. I'm teaching him how to pet me all over without me getting agitated – he's doing well and says I can go home very soon! My kennel people love me and treat me so well that I'll hate to leave them, but 4 years in a kennel is a long time, and I'm really hoping someone will find it in their heart to take me home so I can snuggle and watch TV! Love Ross

Ross is a 6 year old, 50ish lb smart boy who loves to do zoomies in the yard and go for walks. He's very smart and can be trained quickly, though he does have a stubborn streak.
He's a beautiful mix, we believe Golden and small collie. He weighs 45 lbs, is completely house trained, and walks great on a leash.  
Ross needs a home with mature, dog savvy adults, no children. He can be dog selective, so no other animals.

Please consider giving Ross a second chance and a loving home and if interested, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

More information to follow on Ross 

Meet Ruby and Webster, the ultimate dynamic duo! Ruby is less than two years old and small (less than 40 lbs). 

They're looking for a forever home, together, through GRRAND. We tried to split them up, but let's just say they're like two peas in a pod as they love eachother and find comfort in eachother. They're recovering from a rough past, but they're not letting that get them down. Both Ruby and Webster are spayed, neutered, housebroken, crate-trained, and up-to-date on vaccinations and microchipped. If you're looking for a pair to keep each other and you entertained, look no further. They both love car rides, playing with toys, and they are fine with cats, other dogs, and kids. I would recommend children six and up, as they are young and energetic. Webster has more experience with leash walking and going to stores. Ruby is still a bit unsure outside on a leash, but she has come a long way, and with Webster having her back and being an example, she will be a rock star in no time. If you feel these two would be a perfect match for your home's lifestyle, please don't wait any longer, because you won't regret it, and they would be forever grateful!!" They will need a home with a secure fenced yard as she is still considered a flight risk.

Early on, Ruby went to a wonderful trainer who worked miracles with her and she now loves being in a home and is very trusting of her family. 

She's less than two years old, small (less than 40 lbs), spayed, housebroken, and as mentioned, loves other dogs 

When Ruby was in a short term foster home and they told us:

"Ruby is learning she can trust me and that a collar and leash is not the end of the world. I have been taking things a bit slow – baby steps with her due to her fear but she is coming along nicely. She is now crate trained, house broke, (we already know she is good with other dogs), learned how to go up and down stairs,  she has been meeting many new people as that was her biggest thing to overcome. She is walking on a leash, starting to play with toys, learning “leave it” which is a big one for her as she tends to try and back out of collar/harness and bite the leash so I am really focusing on that and switching directions often so she is not trying to lead me. She will do best with another stable/confident dog in the home to help show her the ropes and to also help build her own confidence and shed her fears. Ruby will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as she remains very fearful of people and is considered a flight risk at this time. I am sooo very proud of her progress!" Check back for more updates!

Please consider taking Ruby and Webster into your home, making them a part of your family, and helping to show them what a great life with a loving family is all about! Please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

If you would like to donate to Ruby and Webster's care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

 GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborated to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. Ruby and Webster were 2 of those dogs.

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to donate to Ruby's care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Meet Ruby and Webster, the ultimate dynamic duo! Ruby is less than two years old and small (less than 40 lbs) and Webster is about 4 years old, and about 40lbs as well.

They're looking for a forever home, together, through GRRAND. We tried to split them up, but let's just say they're like two peas in a pod as they love eachother and find comfort in eachother. They're recovering from a rough past, but they're not letting that get them down. Both Ruby and Webster are spayed, neutered, housebroken, crate-trained, and up-to-date on vaccinations and microchipped. If you're looking for a pair to keep each other and you entertained, look no further. They both love car rides, playing with toys, and they are fine with cats, other dogs, and kids. I would recommend children six and up, as they are young and energetic. Webster has more experience with leash walking and going to stores. Ruby is still a bit unsure outside on a leash, but she has come a long way, and with Webster having her back and being an example, she will be a rock star in no time. If you feel these two would be a perfect match for your home's lifestyle, please don't wait any longer, because you won't regret it, and they would be forever grateful!!" They will need a home with a secure fenced yard as she is still considered a flight risk.

GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborated to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions. Ruby and Webster were 2 of those dogs.

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to donate to Ruby's care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Early on, Webster was in a foster home and they said: "This is Webster, one of the rural county hoarding dogs and he is believed to be a Lab/Golden/Great Pyr mix and we are happy to report this guy is truly thriving! He still is working on the fact that all things are new for him, but he is doing great as his foster family says:

"What does it take to unlock a dog's full potential? For Webster, it was love, care, and patience. This shy neutered one year old boy has evolved into a happy, outgoing companion, exceling in leash walks, stairs, and crate training. Webster is housebroken and car-ready, loves dogs of all sizes and has won over all people he meets. Now, he seeks a home with a confident dog and patient family to continue his growth. He is ready to bring joy to his new family!"

He's pretty social and such a character. He loves other dogs, and loves playing and wrestling with them. He makes the volunteers laugh on a daily basis with his crazy antics! 

Webster and Ruby will need a family with the time and patience to work with him through any insecurities they may have. 

If you would like to donate to Webster and Ruby's care, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Webster, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Shadow is a 2 year old (will be 3 in Sept), 80ish lb male Golden Retriever looking for a family that has the time to give him the exercise and direction he needs. Shadow is crate-trained and gets along well with other dogs. Shadow is in a foster home and they say: 

"Shadow is super sweet, smart, athletic and beautiful. With some weight on him, he will be breathtakingly gorgeous! He is housebroken, but just needs to work on some manners in terms of counter surfing and jumping on people. He has a wonderful temperament and loves to play and snuggle. We’re working on fetch. He’ll retrieve the ball, but not quite sure he wants to give it back. So far, he’s only chewed on toys we’ve given him. With some TLC, Shadow will make one lucky family very happy!"

We will update as we learn more from his foster family, but if you would like to meet Shadow, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org 

UPDATE FROM JUNE 22!!!

Ok…time for me to stop gatekeeping one of the best, easiest and most low key foster dogs we’ve ever had. Duggie is literally perfect. He had a spell where he had some PTSD from roofers working around our area but he is right back to being house trained, no accidents and such a lazy love bug. 

Just keeping it real folks. I’m in no hurry for this boy to find his forever because we love having him BUT we are having our roof redone in July.  There is NO WAY he can be in our home while this happens. It would set him 1000 steps backwards and we refuse for that to happen.  GRRAND is offering to find a vacation foster for him which is so appreciated but if at all possible, I would like to have him find his forever home before that so he doesn’t have to be bounced around.  

Here’s the run down on Duggie aka Shelby:

He is low energy, house trained, can be left alone with low anxiety, great with or without another dog sibling, loves to chill and snuggle. 

What he must have: a fenced yard, has to stay local, kids older than 6 or 7, someone who will let him literally try and embed himself on you during thunderstorms. This Is a must! I will teach adopter the trick to keeping this sweet boy calm.

BONUS!! If adopter is someone we know or willing to stay in touch…we will be your free dog sitter when you travel if we are available! 

This boy Is a true diamond in the rough. He just wants love and maybe a 2 minute game of tug o war, some snuggles and he’s good to go. Please share if you feel so inclined. He deserves the best forever family!

Shelby is one of the Spencer County hoarding dogs that came to GRRAND in Sept 2024. He is a 2 year old, about 50ish lb, male Lab/Golden mix. He MUST go to a home with a secure above ground fenced in yard as he is still a flight risk. He was named Shelby as initially GRRAND was told Shelby was a female, but nope… he's a boy! He has been in the kennel since recently, so his name stayed Shelby. Shelby has come SO far in his rehabilitation, and FINALLY is happily in a wonderful foster home, and they wanted to give him a BOY name that more suited his personality, SO Duggie it is… however he will still be referred to as Shelby for GRRAND file and records purposes. 

Shelby still has troubles from his past that he is working through, but his foster family is thrilled with him, and this is what they have to say:

"Meet our new foster Duggie! (Also known as Shelby if you follow GRRAND on their website and social media). Dugg- named after the cartoon character Dug from the movie UP is such a character! His perma grin and non need for speed makes him the perfect companion for that adopter looking for a chill fur buddy who just wants to binge watch Paw Patrol while they read, nap or binge watch with him.    

Duggie is from the same hoarding case as another one of our fosters who has since been adopted (Butler) but Duggie is way more affectionate and chill. When I say this dog is perfect…I mean he is so perfect for the right adopter! Here are just a few of his "SUPER-PAWSOME traits"

1– super sweet  2– not anxious with loud noises inside the home 3– low energy (can you say couch potato?!) 4– loves snuggling/affection 5– zero aggression (with food or other dogs)  6-no separation anxiety 7– hasn’t chewed anything but toys and can be left alone for hours at a time if necessary 8– would be fine with kids 6 and above

So what "SUPER-PAWSOME" traits does he need to work on? (it's not long)

1– leash walking  2– house training but with a side note **when Duggie arrived a week ago, he had never seen stairs or been in a home. He walked right up our stairs and into our house like a champ! No anxiety. No issues. He proceeded to follow my dog in and out for potty breaks and did not have an accident for 3 days, however on day 4, he went outside and something triggered him…BAD. This poor guy, bolted up the stairs to the door and hit the ground until I got there to let him in. He shook and panted for over two hours before he calmed down. We have two houses (next and behind us) that are getting their roofs replaced and as you can imagine, it’s loud. Since that day, we have not been able to get him back outside again. We have tried everything. And trying to take him on leash was traumatic for us all as he tried to get out of his collar while flipping around like a fish out of water. Sooooo since then he has held it all day and while we sleep, goes potty. After talking to GRRAND for advice, a volunteer recalls him being outside at the kennel when a car backfired and he did the same thing. I learned that Duggie came from a very ugly and tragic past, and those loud noises are possibly triggering something deep inside him, that has very much caused him PTSD. That would certainly track with what we have seen. We are trying all the things we can and I’m hoping once the roofing is complete we can get him back to feeling safe outside. 

You can see his personality in the photos. Duggie needs to stay local in LVL, and MUST have a fenced yard as he’s a flight risk and can be fine with another dog or solo. Something else that blows my mind is he really doesn’t shed!?!? If interested in this sweet boy…please reach out to GRRAND!"

We are so happy to hear things are progressing so well for this sweet boy and if you would like to open your home to adopt Shelby, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org or if you would like to donate to the care of the other needy dogs that came from the horrible hoarding case, please click the GOFUNDME link to learn more… https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Sugar is a young (8-10 months old) petite Golden Male who has had a rough start to his young life. He is currently with GRRAND and will be looking for a home with a calm environment and no kids under the age of 16. He is a sweet and timid little guy who will be needing a home with a fenced yard as he is considered a flight risk. Our GRRAND volunteer tell us "Sugar is a pup full of personality. He is curious, energetic, and alert to all that is going on in his world. A very handsome pup, Sugar is a Comfort Retriever and weighs in at only 20 pounds. Sugar would love a regular routine, walks well on a leash, and will offer to supervise your home. He loves to be held and is a true snuggle bug."

We are still learning about Sugar, so please check back for more info, and if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Theo is a 1 year old male Labradoodle weighing about 45 lbs. He was surrendered to GRRAND as his person changed careers and did not have the time to give to Theo that he needs as a young and active puppy. He was left at home for too many hours, and they made the decision to have GRRAND find the right home to suit his needs. He is looking for an active family who can devote the time and has the patience to work with him. He will need plenty of daily exercise and direction as he is still just a pup and a tired puppy is a good puppy!

This handsome boy is so sweet and will benefit from obedience training as well as his new family. He is still in that chewing puppy phase, so plenty of doggie chew toys will be a must for him. 

We are still learning about Theo, so please check back for updates, but if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Theodore is a 6ish year old Golden/Great Pyr mix who was found as a stray at large, and after hold time was up, GRRAND took him and another dog in. Both in very bad shape, and the other sadly didn't make it. 

Theodore is in a temporary foster home and is doing just great! He is blind in one eye with only partial vision in the other, and will need an above ground securely fenced in yard for his safety. We are told he is house-trained and does not need a crate as he is quite the gentleman with good manners. He sleeps in the room at night with his foster and has full run of the house when they are not home. He is a very mellow dude, and likes to play, but really likes to watch the other dogs play more. Theodore gets along with other dogs, and if there was another dog in his new home, that would be fine but he really would love all the attention as an only dog too. He's just a chill guy who really dosn't care much for toys, but LOVES his nightly belly rubs!!! Theodore walks ok on leash and is mastering that everyday. He is just looking for a home where he will have a warm and loving family forever. 

We are still learning about Theo, but if you would like to meet this sweet boy, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Toffee (formerly DeeDee), who came to GRRAND with her siblings at one week old, sadly has been returned by her adopter at 1.5 years due to no fault of her own. She is back with her original foster mom and she says:

"Toffee is a big goof, loves people and dogs… dogs of all sizes and adapts her play to their interests and abilities. She loves toys and walks, and would love a fenced yard to run around. She can entertain herself, but loves company. At 76lbs, she is true to her Great Pyr/German Shepherd/various retriever sizes and traits. She is a versatile co-worker, having spent time as both an office dog and a work-from-home dog. Toffee is housebroken and crate trained, and is only crated when humans are not home. This pretty girl knows basic commands and is easily trainable as she is eager for direction and eager to please. And one very important note: she plays the slowest game of indoor fetch EVER! One newly discovered talent is that Toffee is an excellent yoga partner and loves to be kissed on top of the head while supervising. Toffee also loves "drive-bys"… she loves to give drive-by kisses any time she walks past her people."

Our GRRAND volunteer says: "Toffee is such a sweet, beautiful, playful, well behaved young lady, and is going to make a wonderful companion for a lucky family!"

If you would like to meet Toffee, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Trixie is a 2.5 year old, 60ish lb, Lab/Golden mix, looking for an active family that can keep up with Trixie!

She is a sweet girl who is house-trained, crate-trained (but not a fan) and walks well on leash. We are told "She is great with kids, but smaller ones may get knocked over by accident as she doesn't know her size and strength, so be mindful if/when they are around. We have not had her around other dogs so we are unsure of how she is with them. She knows how to open the outdoor gate, so a secure latch on handle is necessary!! Trixie will chase anything, so may want to keep her away from chickens! She is smart but can be mischievous if left on her own for very long. She has more energy than we can manage, so her new family will need to be willing to give her plenty of exercise and direction as a tired dog is a good dog!"

As we learn more, we will update, but if you would like to meet Trixie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Meet Tyg (Tygrys)

PLEASE SHARE THIS POST FAR & WIDE. TYG DESERVES HIS HAPPILY EVER AFTER!

Poor Tyg will have been at the kennel for 2 years this June. He's a favorite with regular kennel volunteers. Once he gets to know you he's a big 100 lbs loving teddy bear. 

Most people don't come to a Golden Retriever rescue looking for an Anatolian Shepherd mix, which is why Tyg is still with us. Anatolians are very protective of their flock and family. If you know anyone with Anatloian Shepherd experience looking for a fantastic dog, please get in touch with GRRAND. . 

Sadly, Tyg has been at the GRRAND kennel for over a year. The kennel volunteers recently had a pool party to celebrate Tyg's one-year anniversary at the kennel – he got to swim, eat doggie cake, and of course, get dressed up!

Tyg is a 5-year-old Anatolian Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix who came to GRRAND in 2019 as a 3-month-old puppy. He was adopted by a couple who sadly had to return him in June 2023 due to unforeseen circumstances. He was so sad and would sit by the fence looking for his people to return. He is now settled at the kennel and is certainly a volunteer favorite! Once he decides you are okay, you will be his best bud – but it takes him a while to warm up to new people.

He will try and squeeze his 100+ lb body on a chair with you for hugs and kisses. The volunteers love to dress him up and he never complains; the perfect model! He loves the pool and gets to go for a swim every day in the summer. He is very well trained on the leash and loves to go for walks, but he does have a tendency to lunge at large trucks and vans so he needs a strong hand to keep him under control.

Tyg is a special boy. He is extremely sweet, loyal and protective of his people. We believe it's best for Tyg to go to a home with an experienced dog owner, no other pets and no children, ideally with a large fenced yard he can patrol, and few outside visitors. Please open your heart and home for this wonderful boy. He will repay you with an abundance of love and loyalty.

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GRRAND trainers have promised Tygrys that they will educate the right family on how to handle a breed like his. If you would like to meet Tyg, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Vance is a Golden/Pyrenees mix and he is just a beautiful boy who desperately needs a dog-savvy and experienced foster home!!

He will curl up on your lap and jump on your bed if you let him😊. He loves 'his people', which right now is the kennel staff and volunteers.   

You won't have to worry about squirrels or chipmunks in your yard  as he'll chase them off for sure! 

He definitely needs a dog experienced, adult household, with no kids under 18, and an above ground fenced yard (no apartments or condo type home). Vance is not a real social dog as he likes to be at home with his people!

Can anyone take this sweet boy out of the kennel? Any family who is interested in Vance, and has been approved to meet him, MUST still be approved by his trainer.

He likes smaller dogs but he is not wild about larger dogs and no cats. This sweet boy likes walks around the park and walks fine on leash. While he was out and about at the kennel, he wanted lots of loving in the office!!! And… Vance Loves fetching toys!
We are still learning about this cutie, but if you would like to meet him and get him out of the kennel, please contact GRRAND ASAP!

Whitley is one of the Spencer County hoarding dogs that arrived at GRRAND last September '24. She is a little over 2 years old. She doesn't mess in her run, has been spayed, and loves to play with other dogs. This girl is another kennel favorite because of her crazy, goofy antics and makes volunteers laugh daily! She is very treat motivated and will gently take them from your hand. Whitley shares a room with Laurel, and they do great together, but when she hits the play yard this little 40 lbs dog thinks she's a lioness and rough and tumbles with the big 70lb dogs!

We are happy to report Whitley has moved to a foster home July 20! We will keep you updated, but so far they say, she is still nervous but going to extended family for treats, goes in and out of the house with no issues, and is very good in the car, and she is learning to walk well on leash. She has a spot in the house to chill out, but would rather be out with me and her doggie foster brother so that’s awesome." Stay tuned for more info! She is definitely one of the more outgoing pups of the Spencer County group and we think she’ll warm up quickly once she’s had a chance to decompress and learn about her new routine and surroundings!

We have a trainer working with her to walk on leash, but she may never be a dog to take for walks outside the yard due to her insecurities and fears. When Whitley goes home she will need another stable, playful dog, a secure above ground fenced yard as she is still considered a flight risk, and experienced dog owners who will have the patience and compassion to work with her through her adjustments of being in a home. If you would like to foster or adopt Whitley, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to help rescue animals trapped in a devastating hoarding situation on a rural County Kentucky farm. Advocates eagerly await justice for the abused animals and the swift rescue of those still suffering in inhumane conditions and Whitley was one of these dogs.

It's awful to think of the terrible lives and abuse they have been subjected to. A litter of 4 week old puppies were found on the property and all had to be treated at the Emergency Vet for Parvo to save their lives and sadly, one did not make it. We have extremely high vet expenses for these dogs and really need ongoing donations to pay for all their care and we are also in desperate need of foster homes for these dogs. 

If you would like to donate to the care of any of the Spencer County hoarding case dogs, please click the GOFUNDME link to learn more… https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions