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As Good as Gold - Golden Retriever Rescue of Illinois As Good as Gold is a volunteer-supported non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of Golden Retrievers. https://www.asgoodasgold.org

ADOPTIONS UPDATE!Congratulations to the following dogs who were recently adopted thanks to the dedication of the wonderf...
09/06/2025

ADOPTIONS UPDATE!

Congratulations to the following dogs who were recently adopted thanks to the dedication of the wonderful member volunteers with As Good as Gold:

Kanga (1 year)
Kara (3 years)
Kelly (2 months)
Lucky (2 months)
Maddie (5 years)
Mavis (4 years)
Mustard (2 months)

Do you have a Success Story of your As Good as Gold rescue that you’d like to share on social media? If so, please contact us at [email protected]

Become a Member
Our members are the foundation of our organization. Our mission is dedicated to the rescue, care and adoption of Golden Retrievers and golden mixes who are in need. If you're interested in becoming a member volunteer to make adoptions like these possible, please visit: https://www.asgoodasgold.org/waystohelp/become-a-member/

TODAY!Woofstock Pet FairSunday, June 8th from Noon to 2 pmYunkerk Park - 10824 W La Porte Road, Mokena, ILJoin us for th...
08/06/2025

TODAY!

Woofstock Pet Fair
Sunday, June 8th from Noon to 2 pm
Yunkerk Park - 10824 W La Porte Road, Mokena, IL

Join us for this FREE Pet Fair and enjoy a Paw-some afternoon for pets and their owners. This annual event is celebrating 25 years and sponsored by the Mokena Community Park District! It is a great time for dogs and pet owners to socialize, enjoy demonstrations and entertainment, check out the pet-friendly vendors, collect free samples and participate in raffles and contests such as: Best Dressed, Best Trained, Dog/Owner look-a-like and more.

All Animals welcome! For the safety of your pets and all others, pet vaccinations must be current, and all dogs must be on a leash.

SAVE THE DATE - THIS SUNDAY!Woofstock Pet FairSunday, June 8th from Noon to 2 pmYunkerk Park - 10824 W La Porte Road, Mo...
07/06/2025

SAVE THE DATE - THIS SUNDAY!

Woofstock Pet Fair
Sunday, June 8th from Noon to 2 pm
Yunkerk Park - 10824 W La Porte Road, Mokena, IL

Join us for this FREE Pet Fair and enjoy a Paw-some afternoon for pets and their owners. This annual event is celebrating 25 years and sponsored by the Mokena Community Park District! It is a great time for dogs and pet owners to socialize, enjoy demonstrations and entertainment, check out the pet-friendly vendors, collect free samples and participate in raffles and contests such as: Best Dressed, Best Trained, Dog/Owner look-a-like and more.

All Animals welcome! For the safety of your pets and all others, pet vaccinations must be current, and all dogs must be on a leash.

BRUNCH & BOWL for As Good as Gold - August 23rdSave the date for Brunch & Bowl, our major fundraiser for 2025. This is o...
07/06/2025

BRUNCH & BOWL for As Good as Gold - August 23rd

Save the date for Brunch & Bowl, our major fundraiser for 2025. This is our first, family fundraising event. No bowling required—just bring your appetite, your spirit of giving and your love of goldens. In conjunction with this event, along with raffles and a silent auction, we will host "FUND-A-NEED” which will provide funds for the increasing medical costs of our rescued goldens. From life-saving surgeries to ongoing care for seniors and long-term fosters, your generosity gives them a second chance.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP: Choose a donation amount that speaks from your heart. In honor of your gift, your name will be written on a bowling pin and proudly displayed on our Donor Wall at the Brunch & Bowl event. If you can’t attend—no problem, this is a great way to help! With your generosity, we can continue to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome the goldens that come to As Good as Gold looking for a new life.

Fund-A-Need Here:
https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/as-good-as-gold/brunch-and-bowl-fund-a-need

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES are still available and range from $250 (no tickets) to $5,000 (10 tickets) and include a variety of recognition levels. Your support at any level will be matched up to $20,000 by Cathy Miller of The Miller Group Charitable Trust.

BECOME A SPONSOR:
https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E356588&id=37

Thank you to our current sponsors:
* The Miller Group Charitable Trust
* Partners & Paws Veterinary Services
* The Canning Foundation
* Sara Paretsky-Sara & Two C-Dogs, Inc.
* Madison Veterinary Specialists

Event Tickets coming soon!

SAVE THE DATE - June 21stGowns and GoldensSaturday, June 2111 am - 3 pmThe Crystal Bride207 W State St, Geneva, ILhttps:...
05/06/2025

SAVE THE DATE - June 21st

Gowns and Goldens
Saturday, June 21
11 am - 3 pm

The Crystal Bride
207 W State St, Geneva, IL
https://www.crystalbride.com/

Help us celebrate the 75th Swedish Days event in Geneva. We will be at Crystal Bride in Geneva for a Golden Greet on Saturday, June 21st from 11am to 3pm. We will have refreshments, in-store specials, and a fun photo opportunity. Come with your golden and help represent AGaG in Geneva.

SWEDISH DAYS!
https://genevachamber.com/events/swedish-days

Oakley - available for adoption in JULYFast Facts* 2 years old* Female* Medium energy* Sweet, affectionate cuddle bug* S...
04/06/2025

Oakley - available for adoption in JULY

Fast Facts
* 2 years old
* Female
* Medium energy
* Sweet, affectionate cuddle bug
* Smart, playful
* Needs to be the only dog
* Needs a fully fenced yard
* Cannot be crated

* Weight: 55 pounds
* Good with kids? Best in a home without kids because she will push aside people and dogs to get to “her” person.
* Good with cats? no
* Adoption fee: $550

Medical concerns: Oakley suffered a fractured right femur that went untreated and healed on its own in a deformed manner, so she has an abnormal gait. Oakley needs a quiet home so that she doesn’t overdo things. However, she can – and should – take regular walks and have regular play sessions to strengthen her back legs and keep them mobile. She is taking pain and anti-inflammatory medications as needed and will need to do so for the rest of her life. She is currently undergoing physical therapy and is expected to be ready for adoption in July.

Behavior concerns: Resource guards toys, people and food with other dogs in home; easily trades toys and other items with humans. She has been reactive toward men occasionally.

Requirements: Despite her bad leg, Oakley is a dog who thrives on physical activity. Daily walks are not just a routine but a necessity for her well-being. Her strength demands a handler who can keep up with her pace and provide the necessary control during walks. Oakley needs a fenced yard so that she can safely get the extra exercise she needs.

Oakley has had some training sessions and will need a home that is patient, experienced and willing to continue positive reinforcement training with her. She also needs a quiet home with no other dogs, as well as a home where someone is home most of the time.

To read Oakley's bio, go here: https://www.asgoodasgold.org/portfolio/oakley-3/?portfolioCats=2

To learn about our adoption process, please email us: [email protected]

KARMA - is available for adoption!FAST FACTS3-year-old femaleGolden Retriever/Labrador/Great Pyrenees mix58 poundsMedium...
04/06/2025

KARMA - is available for adoption!

FAST FACTS
3-year-old female
Golden Retriever/Labrador/Great Pyrenees mix
58 pounds
Medium-high energy
Good with dogs? Might do best as an only dog
Good with kids? Has done well with kids ages 4-7
Good with cats? Unknown
Loves people
Recovering from a broken leg; may always have a slight limp
Adoption fee: $550

Bio:
Well, I am one lucky girl! Earlier this year, my previous owner left me at a Kentucky shelter with a badly broken leg. One of AGaG’s volunteers heard about my plight, and the rescue agreed to transport me to Illinois. Initially my vets weren’t sure they could save my leg because it broke in a tricky spot. But they did save it by casting it for two months and then starting me in physical therapy, which I love!

I am house-trained, crate-trained and comfortable in a restricted area. I love running in the yard and playing with stuffies. I’m good about settling in the house. I enjoy meeting new people and being petted, but I’m not a real needy girl. While foster mom has dogs of her own, I haven’t interacted with them much because I get nervous around other dogs. That’s why we think I might do best as the only dog in the house.

My foster mom has been with me every step of my recovery and calls me resilient. She also says I’m sweet and snuggly and give the best kisses! Pretty soon I’ll be ready for the next step in my journey: Finding my forever home. Might it be with you?

Medical concerns: Karma is undergoing physical therapy following treatment for a broken leg. She is making progress but may always have a slight limp. Physical therapy is scheduled through June 3, when she’ll be reassessed. We expect her to be ready for adoption soon.

Requirements: Positive reinforcement training

If you are interested in adopting and want to find out more about our adoption policies, start here:
https://www.asgoodasgold.org/adopt-a-golden-retriever/

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Contact us: [email protected]

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