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. We are so happy tpo report Adair is in a foster home and this is what they have to say:

"Adair stole my heart the first moment I saw her fragile soul. This sweet girl was known as the most scared and withdrawn. Words like feral were being used. I just knew she had something in her that was wanting to break free. I decided that moment I was going to take her into my home and allow her the time to heal from her past. Showing her patience and love was what would flip that switch. When we arrived at my home mid October it took her over an hr to muster up the courage to crawl out of her transport crate. That disgusting place we rescued her from, made her a defeated dog. She was just a shell of a dog, petrified of everything and everyone. She needed to start life over to be able to blossom, and that is exactly what she is doing in "her" time.

Adair began slowly learning to trust in me and now she walks like an angel on a leash, she initiates eye contact, she is crate trained, house broke and learning to make friends with humans and dogs. I couldn't be more proud of her, seeing the fear dissipate and her actually make eye contact filled my heart with joy."

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…  Adair is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and she is ready for her forever family. 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. 

If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Adair, 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

Annie is a 7 year old, 100lbish, female Labrador Retriever who loves her kitties! She is being surrendered to GRRAND as her person says: "She is sad- she is spending too much time alone inside while I am working and I do not have a yard to let her run free outside. I live in an hoa that does not allow her to be off leash and i cannot have a fence. She needs to be outside running and playing with more daily interaction".

She is trusted to roam free in the home when her people are gone, and this sweet girl needs a home where she can get more exercise and people attention. We are also told "She is great with everyone and loves the cats".

She needs to be stimulated as she gets bored when left alone for too long. She needs more social interaction as she likes to keep busy.

We are still learning about Annie, so please check back for more info…

Arlo is a very handsome 6 year old, 85ish lb, Great Pyrenees/Golden Retriever mix looking for a home where he is the only dog, and has an above ground fenced yard to roam and chill out in like most Great Pyrs love to do.

He has full run of the house when his people are away and sleeps wherever he wants at night. He is said to LOVE to cuddle and snuggle, and is really just a great companion! Sadly his people do not have a yard for him anymore and he needs more space and attention, and some work on walking on a leash. Arlo is currently living in his owner’s home with kids aged 2 & 4.

We are still learning about this sweet boy, so please check back, but if you would like to meet Arlo in the meantime please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Arlo is a 1 year old, about 63ish lb, Goldendoodle who has been turned into GRRAND due to his families health issues. He needs a home where there is plenty of time to give Arlo the exercise and direction he needs to be a good puppy. This adorable boy will need a family who has the time to work with him on socialization skills as he is said to have not been out and about very often. He will need work on housetraining and all things puppy!

He is said to be good with cats, but GRRAND has not cat tested him. 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. 

We are still learning about Arlo, so please check back, but if you would like to foster or adopt Arlo, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Benson is about 3 years old and about 60ish lbs, with a sad story… He was left by the side of a road, and is said to have hungbout there for about 2 weeks before he was rescued! He is now with GRRAND and being evaluated and given lots of love and TLC, but he has been mentally damaged… What we know so far:

Benson is very timid and needs a foster or adoptive home willing to work with him. He is a huge flight risk and therefore needs a secure above ground fenced yard and an experienced family… no little kids since he is afraid to approach people. He was dumped and stayed right in the spot next to the highway where he was dumped, waiting for his people to come back. As we have no history on him, but due to his fearfulness, we suspect he may not have been socialized in a family’s home. He may have been a breeder dog or an outdoor dog with little human contact.  He is super sweet and submissive, but needs a special placement. He has had a rough time as some people have gone to see him with their dog and they couldn’t get him to come close enough to them to touch him. He needs a home who has the time to work with Benson and the patience to know he will need time to adjust. 

We are happy to report that Benson is in a foster home and she says "Ben is making slow progress. I believe had had never been inside or had much human interaction, and is very fearful of noises and people. He has only had one accident in three weeks and is good about going potty outside. He has figured out doors and is less fearful going in and out. New or loud noises and new people still terrify him, but he is starting to be less fearful when meeting people. We go on walks twice a day and he is good on a leash, although he is fearful of his leash and harness. 
He has put on some much needed weight and all of the mats in his coat have been clipped out.  His coat will be pretty when it grows back out.  He likes being brushed and I brushed
him daily. 
I’m starting to work with him on basic commands, since he does not seem to know any commands.  He seems interested in other dogs that we meet on our walks, although he is the only dog in my home. He is a very sweet and submissive boy with a lot of fear from being outside and unsocialized."

We are still learning about him, so please check back later for more info, but if you would like to help Benson get out of the kennel, and be the loving family to help him through his fears and insecurities, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

This is Bernie… our sweet Doodle boy!

Bernie came to GRRAND from a shelter in late November. He was in terrible condition upon intake and required shaving due to such deep mats. He was also quite unsocialized and has needed a lot of behavioral support to become ready for adoption.

We’re so excited for Bernie to be able to continue on the next leg of his journey to finding his forever home! This affectionate boy now loves to jump up and give hugs to his caretakers He will need a family with the time and patience to continue helping him come out of his shell to see all the great things in the world and to give him the attention and exercise he desires.

He needs a secure home with an above-ground fenced yard because he could be a flight risk. Bernie resource guards and since he cannot be retrained to change this behavior, he needs a home without any kids, grandkids or children visiting the home. With his resource guarding behaviors, Bernie does not like it when other dogs or people get around his food (or favorite things) so he will need to be fed separately from other dogs however, he does love to play with other dogs and does great with them! We do not believe he should go to a home with cats.

Interested families will have the support of our trainer to help understand Bernie and get him settled into his new home

If you are interested in fostering Bernie, please complete a foster application: https://grrand.org/foster-process/

If you think Bernie may be the dog for you, please complete an adoption application: https://grrand.org/adoption-process/

Bony is a 10 year old, about 70lb beautiful female Golden Retriever, sadly looking for a home because her people said they "do not have time for her anymore". We know she is good with cats and is said to be good with other dogs. 

This sweet girl is looking for a home where she can spoen her senior years (and hopefully Christmas) with a family who can give her all of the love and attention she needs!

As we learn more, we will update, but if you would like to foster Bony to bust her out of the kennel, or be her forever family and adopt this girl, 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 Boone, and he weighs about 35lbs and is a Golden/Lab mix.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. We are happy to report he is in a foster home and they say: "

"Boone is getting along with both Angel and Mr. Sedge. He is a chewer so I will be getting Boone some chew toys – he is eating well and loves doggie goodies. He goes out to 'do his business' and immediately wants back in [maybe because he is cold or maybe he just likes being in the house]. Boone spends most of his time on his doggie bed [when not hunting out something to chew on] and is open to being rubbed. He does not like being on leash and fights a bit if you try to lead him so we are not going to try that again until he is generally more comfortable."

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

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 Butler and he is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and he is ready for his forever family. He 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. He will need a family with the time and patience to work with her through any insecurities she may have. 

If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Butler, 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

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.
 

Hi! I'm Callie. I'm a gorgeous 2+ years old Pyrenees/Lab mix! I arrived at the kennel in late October, so I haven't been there too long.

I've had a hard time over the last year. I was a stray for most of that time. A friendly postal worker noticed me and kept an eye on me. Eventually she and another good samaritan trapped me and took me in while they found a great rescue for me to come to.

Of course I was very scared and intimidated when I first arrived at GRRAND. I would curl up in the corner of my kennel and not want to come out. But the kennel volunteers would sit with me in my run for hours, calmly petting and reassuring me that everything was about to get so much better – and they were right.

Now I get to run and play with a ton of dogs in the play yard. I have so many new friends. I willingly go to the volunteers now for love and treats. We even go walking off-site and they tell me how wonderful I am on a leash. I get to sleep in a nice warm kennel with a blanket. I get two meals a day and as many treats as I can convince the vols to give me. It's so much better than living alone in deserted structures and dumpster diving for food!

So I've come a really long way. I'm liking other dogs, trusting people and starting to enjoy life indoors!

I think it's time for the next stage of my life where I can move in with a loving family. Could you help get me out of the kennel and into your loving family? I hope so!

Callie was initially very scared and withdrawn, but with lots of love and attention from our awesome volunteers, she is starting to come out of her shell. 

She is very calm and sweet. Our vet thinks she's around 2.5 years old. She loves to play with most other dogs in the play yards, as long as they are calm and laid-back. We also have her walking on a leash and she's doing wonderfully. She loves to be gently petted. 

She is still a little timid with people she doesn't know, but warms as soon as she trusts you. 

Until Callie is settled in a home she is going to be a flight risk, so she does need a secure fenced yard. She can scale a 4' fence, so ideally the home will have a 6' privacy fence. 

She can go with another calm dog. As she is a flight risk pup she will not be able to go in a home with children under 13. We don't know how she does with cats. She does not mess in her kennel run, which is a decent indication she is house trained, but not a guarantee. Her energy level is moderate to low. 

Callie is now ready for her next step, to go to a home, either foster or adoptive. Please fill out an app at GRRAND.org if you would like to meet her!

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 Carter and he is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and he is ready for his forever family. 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. He will need a family with the time and patience to work with him through any insecurities he may have. 

If you would like to donate to Carter'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 Carter, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Cash is a Lab/Golden mix that was born on 10/24/2024, and will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard and 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!

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.

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 Charlotte and she is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix. She is the smallest of the 6. Is fine playing by herself or will play with the smaller littermates on her time. She loves to be cuddled and has not quite found her voice yet.

She will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard and 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!

Chip is a 7ish, 50ish lb, Black Lab who is on the search for his new forever family. He was surrendered to GRRAND as he was not adjusting well to the 3 young kids that had become part of his family in the last few years. Chip is looking for a calm, non-chaotic home, with kids over the age of 16, where he will get all of the TLC he so deserves. He is house-trained and has full run of the house at night and when his people are away. They say: "Chip is really sweet and he just needs more attention than we can give to him with our 3 young kids. He is loyal and loves to go on walks."

Chip is at the kennel and the staff says: When he arrived at the kennel a couple of weeks ago he was confused, anxious, and looking for his owner to return and get him. But after a short while he has become a favorite at the kennel and the perfect resident! 

He loves other dogs and all people. He's on the smaller side, maybe 45 lbs, and he loves to jump up on the bench and snuggle right next to you. He is playful and will chase a ball. and he 's an excellent walker, no pulling, and he's taken on the GCS trail every day by the volunteers. 

He really likes some of our long term dogs, specifically Penny and Ross; so much so he's shown the ability to climb a 4' chain link fence to get to them for play time! Because of that he will need either a wrought iron or 6' fence, or a commitment to leash walk all the time. We really hope this sweet boy can find a home quickly, and whoever takes him will be a lucky person"  

Who wants to be the lucky one to bring this sweet boy into your home (AND GET HIM OUT OF THE KENNEL) and give him the love and attention he is so desperately looking for?

If you would like to foster Chip and help bust him out of the kennel, or be his forever family and adopt him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Chip is a Lab/Golden mix that was born on 10/24/2024, and will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard and 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!

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. 

Meet Clark! He is thought to be a Golden/Lab/Great Pyr mix about 18-24 months old.

Clark is an absolute delight! His enthusiasm for play and his eagerness to engage in fetch demonstrate his playful spirit and active nature. He has the potential to be a wonderful hiking partner once he’s settled in and receives some additional training. His chatty personality adds a charming touch, and it’s clear he has a lot of love to give. 

With his loving nature and joyful demeanor, he will surely become a cherished member of any family. It’s important for him to have a safe and secure environment where he can decompress, but once he’s adjusted, he’ll undoubtedly thrive. Any family would be lucky to have a sweet and playful dog like Clark!

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

Clark 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. a GRRAND volunteer says: Clark seems most social to me right now. He is Sweet and Friendly and loves playing with his tennis ball. Gently takes treats from your hand.

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

Coco is a beautiful 2 year old, (will be 3 in June) 43lb Goldendoodle with totally gray hair, black ears and TWO INCH long eyelashes!! She is looking for her forever family with no young kids, who can give her the exercise and attention she is needing to be a happy girl. Her family has made the incredibly difficult decision to rehome her and they are feeling she would blossom with a family who is home mostly during the day (she has some separation anxiety hence needing a home with someone home most of the time) and a backyard to romp around throughout the day! Coco has also demonstrated that she has difficulty releasing high value items that she has grabbed in her mouth. She is looking for a family who is willing to work with a dog who has resource-guarding tendencies. She needs to learn the “drop” or “give” command and release the unacceptable item she has grasped in exchange for a high value treat instead. Coco gets along well with other dogs (she has been to doggie day care and loved it) and loves people and animals of all sizes and ages. She is a super sweet girl with a lovely temperament!

She has typical 2 year old energy but isn’t jumping off the walls, knows basic commands and presents a gentle mouth for treats. Coco does very well on leash without any real pulling and she is responsive to voice commands. Her food/water bowls are in her crate which is where she eats but does not sleep in as she prefers the bedroom area instead and is housetrained with full run of the house. Coco barks a bit upon first meeting but quickly becomes your best friend and enjoys petting nonstop! Coco is a lovable, lively dog who LOVES cuddles! 

Coco's mommy says in regards to their difficult decision "I love her more to want her to be in a home with a family that has the space, time to spend with her and financial ability to love and care for her and work with her the way she deserves". 

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

Hi! We are very bonded 22-month-old Goldendoodles. We arrived at GRRAND in March after an Amish breeder surrendered us. We didn't have names so, as it was springtime, our GRRAND people called us Daffodil (Daffy) and Iris!

Unlike our friends at the kennel who also came from Amish breeders, we are more social and love all people and other dogs. We play in the play yard daily with other GRRAND dogs, and we love it when volunteers play with us, especially if they have treats. We've been working on our walking skills and are doing well. We love to get outside of the kennel to meet all the new smells!!

We've only ever been in a kennel, but we are perfect, and beautiful, so we are hoping someone will see this post and give us the opportunity to go to a real home with a TV, doggie beds, furniture, and, of course, a loving family. If you meet us, you will fall in love and we hope you take us home forever!

From the GRRAND kennel: Daffodil (Daffy) and Iris are a bonded pair and need to stay together!

They came into the GRRAND program with her litter mate Iris in March of this year from an Amish breeder. Dogs from Amish breeders are usually not well socialized and very timid of humans.   

These two are an exception; they have come so far in  seven or so months they have been with us. 

They love people and being petted. They LOVE treats. They love playing with the other sweet dogs at GRRAND Central Station. They are high energy and love to run and play but have shown no aggression to people or dogs.

We recently started walking them off property on leash; they love the new experience, smells, sounds, wildlife,  and are doing great! They still pull some, but we continue to work on that. 

They do not mess in their kennel but that doesn't necessarily mean they are house trained. It does indicate they will be easy to train.

We now believe this beautiful pair are ready for a home with a secure above ground fence. They will be flight risk pups until they are settled so no children under 13.

Please consider taking these pups "

Hi! We are very bonded 22-month-old Goldendoodles. We arrived at GRRAND in March after an Amish breeder surrendered us. We didn't have names so, as it was springtime, our GRRAND people called us Daffodil (Daffy) and Iris!

Unlike our friends at the kennel who also came from Amish breeders, we are more social and love all people and other dogs. We play in the play yard daily with other GRRAND dogs, and we love it when volunteers play with us, especially if they have treats. We've been working on our walking skills and are doing well. We love to get outside of the kennel to meet all the new smells!!

We've only ever been in a kennel, but we are perfect, and beautiful, so we are hoping someone will see this post and give us the opportunity to go to a real home with a TV, doggie beds, furniture, and, of course, a loving family. If you meet us, you will fall in love and we hope you take us home forever!

From the GRRAND kennel: Daffodil (Daffy) and Iris are a bonded pair and need to stay together!

They came into the GRRAND program with her litter mate Iris in March of this year from an Amish breeder. Dogs from Amish breeders are usually not well socialized and very timid of humans.   

These two are an exception; they have come so far in  seven or so months they have been with us. 

They love people and being petted. They LOVE treats. They love playing with the other sweet dogs at GRRAND Central Station. They are high energy and love to run and play but have shown no aggression to people or dogs.

We recently started walking them off property on leash; they love the new experience, smells, sounds, wildlife,  and are doing great! They still pull some, but we continue to work on that. 

They do not mess in their kennel but that doesn't necessarily mean they are house trained. It does indicate they will be easy to train.

We now believe this beautiful pair are ready for a home with a secure above ground fence. They will be flight risk pups until they are settled so no children under 13.

Please consider taking these pups "

***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

Doc is a beautiful 4 year old, 100+ish lb Labrador who is hanging out at the GRRAND kennel waiting for his forever family and we can't understand why he hasn't been snapped up and adopted and in his new forever home yet! 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.

He demonstrates all of the usual Lab behaviors; he loves to fetch, swim, and climb on you and park his 100+ 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 love him to bits and can't say enough great things about him.

He is a big boy and we have him on a diet right now and he is getting lots of exercise. He has been swimming every day and we are working 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!

The kennel staff says "He is doing well at the kennel. He loves attention and to be petted. We are still learning about Doc so please check back in a couple of weeks for more info on this handsome guy"! 

If interested, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Dove is a 16 month old, 35ish lb, Chocolate Lab who was "used" as a breeder dog, and is so needing a very special family. 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! Dove is going to need another stable/confident dog in the home, an above ground fenced yard and an experienced adult household with folks who are willing to put the time and patience into working with her. She is most comfortable around other dogs and another stable dog in the home, can help with her adjustments and confidence building.

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

Duke is a 10 month old, 70ish lb, male Golden Retriever looking for a home where he will get LOTS of exercise and direction to keep him out of mischief!

Duke is a typical high energy Golden pup who is into everything and anything he can get into that is not meant for him, and he needs a home where his people will make sure the only things out are toys and chews for him (he is quite the chewer!). He will be needing obedience training and plenty of exercise outlets as a tired puppy is a good puppy! He will require time, patience and supervision to help him grow into a good pup. Duke is crate-trained and is said to get along with other dogs.

We will update as we learn more, but if you feel you are up for the job as Duke's new people, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Meet Elli!  She is a little over a year old, 80ish lb, Great Pyrenees mix who was sadly surrendered by her family because the other dogs in the family were attacking her. Amazingly, she still loves all dogs and want to play with them and she still has plenty of puppy energy! 

Elli is in a foster home now and her foster mom shared that ‘Elli is a sweet, happy-go-lucky girl that loves all people and dogs. She gives a Pyrenees warning bark when someone new comes in the house, but immediately comes to them for pets.  She plays hard – will pounce and use her paws to bat the other dogs, so may not do well with small dogs or older dogs.  Elli also loves to ‘bite wrestle’ and will roll around playing in the house with her foster brother until he’s had enough. She would be fine as an only dog if her new family finds ways to keep her busy and active but would love a sibling even more to play with her, and one closer to her age too.  Elli will fetch a tennis ball or frisbee (most of the time) and bring it back to drop it or holds it gently in her mouth.

Elli is fully house trained and when I say ‘let’s go outside’, she runs to the back door.  She will also stand by the door when she needs to go out.  She was crated her first night here and quietly laid in the crate watching me until I finished getting ready.  Since she’s on the large size (about 80 pounds), I’ve also let her sleep free in the bedroom so that she can stretch out with no issues.  She will roam so I keep her in a contained area at night. She sleeps part of the night on a chaise, part on the floor, and part in the crate.

Her personality is that of a big live teddy bear! Very affectionate, very loving, loves to get and give attention and be petted and loves to be around people. She will do great in a home if she is able to socialize with other animals and or people. (but no chickens or turkeys)

Elli loves to go for walks and does pretty well on a leash.  She stands quietly to put her harness on and then runs to the door.  She generally walks on my side when walking alone but does get distracted by sniffing. She will also lean into my legs when something scares her.  When she walks with her foster brother, she wants to be along his side and will pull to get close to him.

Like a typical Pyrenees, Elli will bark at anything unexpected – the Amazon driver, someone walking their dog, a kid riding their bike, or even a leaf blowing across the yard. Great Pyrs love to hang out in the yard to partol and make sure things are safe, so she would love a home with a fenced in yard so she can do just that! She wants to keep me company and hangs out in my office when I’m working.  She loves chew toys and squeakers but has left my things alone so far.  All in all a great pup that needs a great home!’

So what are you waiting for???  Visit www.grrand.org to adopt Ellie and get a lovable floof in your life.

This beautiful girl is Faith… Faith was one of the breeder dogs that was rescued from horrid conditions from the Amish puppy mill rescue in early Dec. 

**** Faith continues to be extremely unsocialized at this time, 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.

We are still learning about Faith 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. Faith 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. Faith 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. Faith 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 Faith what life as a beloved family member is all about, please fill out an application:

grrand.org/foster

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.

Flower is a 3 year old, 75lb Golden Retriever looking for a home where she will get the time and attention she did not get before. We do not know much about Flower, so we are still learning about her, so please check back for more info soon. She is looking for an adoptive or foster home and if you would like to meet Flower, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Fluffy is a 1 year old, female Great Pyrenees/Golden Retriever mix looking for a home that will have the time and patience to work with a puppy and give her the exercise and direction she needs to be a good girl. She was spending too much time outside and not very happy about it, as she only wants to be with her people, so they surrendered her to GRRAND to find a family she will be a part of… hanging out to watch TV, nap on the sofa with etc! 

She gets along with other dogs and will need a house with an above ground securely fenced yard, so that she can romp and play safely in the yard. 

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

French Vanilla Latte is an almost 10 year old, 45ish lb, female Australian Labradoodle! Her family has moved and cannot afford to take care of Latte anymore. 

She eats a great diet too… Taste of the wild. Duck or salmon. Feed 1/2 cup 2X day. 7am and 4pm. Top with raw diet items. Yogurt ,raw egg, vegetables,fruit, 1raw femur bone per week, goat milk,bone broth. Femur bone is her favorite She is a chewer and chews on bone until gets another 

She is said to have lived with a cat (GRRAND has not cat tested her) and another dog. She has free run of the house when her people are not home, and she is crate and leash-trained. Her former owner said "Latte started life with me being trained as my service dog. When her dysplasia was discovered and her small size she could not work . She has passed testing for therapy dog and enjoys this work"

She is in a foster home, so please check back for more info later, but if you would like to meet Latte, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Gabby is a 5 year old, about 50ish lb, Golden Retriever looking for a home that will have no kids under 16 and lots of time and patience to work with a frightened Amish breeder dog. She came to GRRAND through another rescue in Ohio that took in mass dogs from an awful situation. Gabby has proven to be very frightened and timid and needs a caring family who is willing to work with her on her fears and insecurities. She needs to go to a home with another stable/confident dog who can show Gabby the ropes and help to build her confidence. As she is so fearful, she is considered a big flight risk, and must go to a home with an above ground securely fenced backyard with direct access to the yard from the home. 

Gabby is very sweet, but needs to learn people are here to love her and care for her, and this will take time and patience from her new family. She will also benefit from her people being home more than the average working family. 

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

Goofy is one of the "Disney" puppies that were born on 10/6/24. Their momma is our GRRAND dog Nellie! They should be ready to go to their forever families mid December or so. He is 5 weeks old, weights 7.5 lbs, is sweet and likes to be held. Goofy has a white spot on his chin.

Goofy 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. 

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!

We will update as we learn more about these cuties, but if you are interested in meeting them, they are in a foster home waiting for you! Please fill out an application 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 Hamilton 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 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

Handsome Hank! He is a 2 year old, 77ish lb, (should be 100lbs or so) Great Pyrenees who came to GRRAND as a stray from a rural shelter in KY, and went directly to our amazing Great Pyr foster mom (who has GRRAND dog Snow right now too)! She says Hank came to her with hookworms, giardia and coccidia, horrible matting of his fur (hence his new hair cut) and.is going to be a work in progress, as he has had no socialization (however he loves people), never been in a building or, non the less a home and everything is new to him. This is going to be a process for him, but his love for people gives him comfort and will help him learn it will all be ok! He was in a foster home and is now at the GRRAND kennel and they say: "Hank has now been at the kennel for almost two weeks. He is adorable; a gentle giant! Our newest, most inexperienced kennel volunteers are allowed to take him out to play and to love on him. We have him running with a large group of other kennel dogs (well, he methodically plods along behind the pack), and he does great. He is very happy to lay his giant head on your lap and let you pet him for hours! He was neutered yesterday (10/9), and weighed in at 76 lbs. He still needs to pack some pounds on, and we are feeding him three times a day at the kennel to help with that. He is an excellent walker; no pulling and doesn't react to squirrels etc. He does have some separation anxiety so Hank will need to go to a home where someone is around most of the time. Please consider taking this sweet boy into your home."

His foster mom said "Hank is a beautiful, young and totally neglected boy. Underneath all those mats is an emaciated skeleton of a dog. But shining forth despite that abuse, is a loving soul who followed me around the yard as I mowed and waited by the gate for me to finish mowing the front yard so I could come back to pet him. Hank loves to lean against a person to be scratched and petted. Hank just went to the vet to get all those mats shaved off (see pics) and start getting the medical care he needs. He has a lovely calm temperament, and one of these days, Hank will be as beautiful on the outside as he is on the inside.

And… The pics show Hank getting his first bath. I have never seen spotted fur on a Pyr before. They all have spotted skin, but not fur that I have seen before and it is beautiful!  And right after his bath, of course, I went in to fix his food and the little turkey rubbed against the wood fence, getting himself filthy!!! LOL! Typical Great Pyr! He is still skeptical of going inside, but is getting better everyday and daily walks help him decompress some. He gets along well with my female Pyr, but he has no idea how to play just yet. Time… it takes time"!

Sept 23 UPDATE! "Hank is getting better about entering a building. Voluntarily goes inside now. Still not a fan of a kennel, but he is a big lover and even follows me behind me when I am mowing the yard. How many dogs do that?! Hank just wants someone to devote his life to. He's not a big player with other dogs, right now, he's more focused on me. But has shown zero aggression toward other dogs. Just hangs out rather than plays". 

Hank is looking for a home with a fenced in yard, as the Great Pyrenees breed love nothing more than to hang out in the yard, patrol a little here and there and watch the world go by. Great Pyrs and Goldens are not the same, and we suggest you do some research to find out their breed similiarities and differences before applying. If you are a Great Pyrenees lover, you will know their delightful stubborness is what makes them so fun and challenging just the same!! If you are not familiar with the breed, to know the Great Pyr is to LOVE the Great Pyr"!

Stay tuned for more updates, but if you would like to meet Handsome 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 

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 Harry 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.

GRRAND was recently contacted about Hattie, a courageous dog from Columbia, KY, in Adair County. Hattie was found on an abandoned property with approximately 15 other dogs living in dire conditions. The animals sought shelter wherever they could—inside the abandoned house, a barn, or even the remains of a human residence. Hattie’s health was among the worst, requiring immediate intervention.

Currently, Hattie is battling a host of severe health challenges, including anemia, parasitic infections (tapeworms, hookworms, and giardia), three tickborne diseases, and sarcoptic mange. At just 18% blood levels, she underwent a life-saving transfusion and remains under constant care. Her delicate condition means she cannot yet receive a bath, as her fragile skin is covered in scab-like layers. Despite her struggles, Hattie is showing signs of resilience—eating, drinking, and even getting up on her own in her quiet exam room, where she rests comfortably.

Efforts to rescue other dogs from the property are ongoing, with three more in critical condition expected to join Hattie soon. While their stories are heartbreaking, they are not without hope. With the continued support of the GRRAND community, Hattie and her companions will receive the care they desperately need. Thank you for being a part of their journey to healing.

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

And for more info on Hattie, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

This Floofydoodle girl is Ivy… Ivy is a 2 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. 

**** Ivy continues to be extremely unsocialized at this time, 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/foster

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 a 9 month old, 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.

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

CALM FOSTER or FOREVER HOME NEEDED ASAP!

This is Joe! He is an 90+lb, (everyone says he is a big boy) handsome Golden with an age guess of over 2 years old, who has been given a second chance at a good life! Joe who was apparently shot and left on the side of the road in a rural part of Ky, was taken to a shelter that could not care for him and they contacted GRRAND. GRRAND brought him in from the shelter and got him to the emergency vet right away. This poor guy has some skin abrasions, a fractured left front leg AND is heartworm positive, but we are happy to report he is doing well in his temporary foster home. He's such a great dog and has been so grateful for all the care he is receiving. Joe is house trained and well behaved indoors. Due to his broken leg, we have not had him with other dogs or taken him on leash walks yet. 

UPDATE:

Update on Joe, our resilient 95 lb lapdog Golden 

On May 2, Joe is undergoing surgery to amputate his injured leg due to a fracture caused by buckshot. After careful consideration, the surgeon determined that his leg wouldn't regain full function with surgery, and there's a risk of bone infection.

Despite the challenges, Joe is already adapting remarkably well to getting around on three legs. He's a big-hearted, loving guy who can manage a few steps on three legs. While shallow steps are easier for him, he's learning to tackle regular steps too, especially with a little assistance.

We believe Joe is eminently adoptable and will make a wonderful addition to any loving home. He'll be staying overnight at the hospital post-surgery and will return to his foster home tomorrow.

Let's send Joe lots of love and positive vibes for a smooth surgery and a speedy recovery! If you're interested in giving this resilient pup his forever home, reach out to us. Together, we can help Joe find the loving family he deserves.

Please consider adopting Joe! He needs a quiet home, without another young active dog or young kids, since he needs to remain calm as he completes heartworm treatment.

If you would like to meet Joe, 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 Kenton, and he weighs about 49lbs, and is a Golden/Lab/Great Pyr mix. 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 Kenton, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org, and if you would like to donate to Kenton's care, please visit the GOFUNDME link at https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

Kye is a senior Golden Retriever looking for a home to spend his best senior days in. He is about 8 years old and looking for a warm bed and loving family to take care of him. He is said to be a total sweetie, loves to play is very affectionate!

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

Lady is one of the "Disney" puppies that were born on 10/6/24. These pups are our GRRAND dog Nellie's puppies. They should be ready to go to their forever families mid December or so. Lady is almost 9 pounds. Sweet girl who likes to be held. She has a small white spot on her chest and one toe.

Lady 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. 

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!

We will update as we learn more about these cuties, but if you are interested in meeting them, they are in a foster home waiting for you! Please fill out an application at GRRAND.org

UPDATE ON LARUE!!!!

A beacon of hope shines bright as GRRAND and animal advocates across the commonwealth collaborate to 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. As we continue to assess the individual needs of these deserving animals, additional information coming soon, but please take a minute to meet Ms Larue… We are happy to say she is in a foster home with a comfy bed, a warm onsie, and a family who is offering her any love she will take. They say: 

Hello all, we're pleased to introduce Larue, who is one of the rural County hoarding dogs. Larue is an older gal (thought to be a Golden/Lab/Great Pyr mix) who lived in horrendous conditions and suffered years of neglect. She has had several litters of puppies and while she is super sweet, sadly she was super scared of the world, but has really come out of her shell.

Afraid at first, Larue has blossomed since her rescue. She's dog-friendly, house-trained, crate-trained, an excellent companion and just an all around great pup. While leash training remains ongoing, significant strides have been made.

Watching her grow is delightful. Given her background, we're impressed with Larue's resilience. She's discovering her canine nature, and it's heartwarming. 

Larue is spayed and fully vetted, making her completely ready to be your new family member. All Larue wants is a family, and we hope she finds one soon.

It was discovered at her vet appointment she had a tumor on her spleen so she is also recovering from spleen removal, spay, and a mammary tumor removal. GRRAND needs donations to care for these dogs as almost all of the dogs that have been taken from that property are sick, so please donate to help them if you can!"

Larue will be looking for a home that has a secure above ground fenced yard, as she has never been socialized and is considered a flight risk. Her new family will need to be committed to having the time to work with her through her fears and insecurities, as this will take time.

If you would like to open up your heart and home to foster or adopt Larue, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org, and if you would like to donate to Larue's care, please visit the GOFUNDME link at 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… This is Laurel and she 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.

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

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

Liza & Layla are a bonded pair of Bernedoodle pups, about 4 months old who were likely dumped by a breeder in a rural area and survived for about a month by being fed by farmers in the area until GRRAND was notified and asked to help them! It was very hard capturing them as they are so fearful, but after one getting away, and then found again, we have them both and are trying to help them understand they do not have to fend for themselves and what love is all about!

THEY MUST HAVE A SECURE ABOVE GROUND FENCED IN YARD as they are fearful and flight risks, and a home with NO KIDS UNDER the age of 16, as right now, the GRRAND kennel staff say IF you stand very still, and very quiet, they may come up and take a piece of food from you, but they take off again. They are starting to come around and trust people and need a home with folks who have lots of patience and are willing to work with them over time to teach them about life as indoor loved family members. We would be willing to consider separating the littermates, but do not want to leave one behind in the kennel if her sister was to leave, so we are looking for a home that would take both of them and either adopt them as a pair or adopt one and foster the other until another home could be found for her.  If separated, the pups will definitely need homes with another confident young dog that can help them gain their own confidence and show them the ropes. They BOTH LOVE playing with other dogs!

With time and patience, they will come around, but need the correct family to help them work through their fears.

Please fill out an app at GRRAND.org if you would like to meet Liza and Layla

Liza & Layla are a bonded pair of Bernedoodle pups, about 4 months old who were likely dumped by a breeder in a rural area and survived for about a month by being fed by farmers in the area until GRRAND was notified and asked to help them! It was very hard capturing them as they are so fearful, but after one getting away, and then found again, we have them both and are trying to help them understand they do not have to fend for themselves and what love is all about!

THEY MUST HAVE A SECURE ABOVE GROUND FENCED IN YARD as they are fearful and flight risks, and a home with NO KIDS UNDER the age of 16, as right now, the GRRAND kennel staff say IF you stand very still, and very quiet, they may come up and take a piece of food from you, but they take off again. They are starting to come around and trust people and need a home with folks who have lots of patience and are willing to work with them over time to teach them about life as indoor loved family members. We would be willing to consider separating the littermates, but do not want to leave one behind in the kennel if her sister was to leave, so we are looking for a home that would take both of them and either adopt them as a pair or adopt one and foster the other until another home could be found for her.  If separated, the pups will definitely need homes with another confident young dog that can help them gain their own confidence and show them the ropes. They BOTH LOVE playing with other dogs!

With time and patience, they will come around, but need the correct family to help them work through their fears.

Please fill out an app at GRRAND.org if you would like to meet Liza and Layla

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. We are happy to say Leslie is in a foster home and they say:

"Leslie, a neglected rural county hoarding dog, has blossomed into a loving companion. At five years old, she now boasts a stunning cream coat.

Initially reserved, Leslie now adores human touch. She excels at leash walking, crate training, and housebreaking. A gentle soul, Leslie thrives on affection, enjoys leisurely walks, and is a skilled car rider. If you desire a loyal friend, Leslie is your ideal match. As with ALL the dogs from this retrieval they are a flight risk and need extra precaution and will need an above ground securely fenced yard."

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… Prior to being in her foster home, the kennel staff says: Leslie, is a very sweet yet timid girl who will take treats and will let me pet her, but still very timid. She 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 her work through any fears and insecurities she has. 

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

Lizzie is one of Winter's 10 puppies born Jan 22! They are – the Pride and Prejudice litter! Lizzie is a 9 month old Great Pyrenees mix and has been waiting for her forever family! She is in a new foster home and this is what they have to say: 

"Lizzie is what I call an Adnap (Panda spelled backwards because of her reverse Panda markings), 9 months old, very sweet, playful, loves everyone and everything and deserves to find a great home of her own. I cannot fathom why she has lingered for so long! She does have crystals in her urine and will require prescription dog food for urine health, but Purina has it, Hills has it and it is not expensive. She is wonderful!!

Lizzie has adjusted nicely since being in our home. She has found success in her crate and was potty trained within the first day- not a single accident in the house! She is respectful of our dog and is learning boundaries with out cats, who she is very interested in, but is showing no signs of aggression to at all. For a 7 month old puppy, this girl has a VERY calm temperament and is walking well on leash. She knows how to sit, and we are now working on other basic commands. Lizzie is a TOTAL Love Bug! She just wants to be near one of us at all times and would love cuddles and belly scratches all day if we would! She is really quite the gem, and will make a wonderful companion to a very happy family"!

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. 

Applicants should also expect Winter's puppies to possibly be big, and you should be prepared for that sweet and independent Great Pyrenees personality… to know the Great Pyr breed is to love them, but they are not Goldens, and we suggest you do some research on this beautiful breed before applying! She will need a secure above ground fenced yard as Great Pyrs love to be in their yard to protect and patrol, and this happens best when they are in a secure space! 

If you are interested in meeting Lizzie, please fill out an application at GRRAND.org

Luke is a 4 year old, about 60ish lb Goldendoodle looking for a home with no kids under the age of 16, no other dogs and a family that has the time and patience to work with him with some resource-guarding tendencies, as Luke is not a fan of sharing his toys or food. He is house broken, crate-trained, knows some basic commands and has full run of the house when his people are gone. As you can see from one of the pictures, he has no problems with the family lizard! LOL!

We are still learning about Luke, so please check back later for more info, but if you would like to be Luke's new family, 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 Madison and she is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and she is ready for her forever family. 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. 

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

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. 

This is Maggie and she will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as she has never been on leash and remains very fearful of people and is considered a flight risk at this time. We have great news to pass on as Maggie is in a foster home, and this is what they have to say:

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?

Here is what her foster mom has to say…

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.  Maggie is still a puppy and is learning that while wresting with my golden, humans should not be included.  She is very timid about meeting new people and looks to my dog for assurance that its ok before she will approach, so Maggie will do best in a home with another stable dog to help show her the ropes and help build her confidence. Maggie does not bark often but will alert to other dogs barking or a loud sound.  Maggie is learning to accept love and be petted. She backs away about 50 % of the time and is learning to accepts treats from your hand. She would rather you toss them to her or put them in her crate. 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 generally sleeps through the night and only whines to let you know she needs to go outside. 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.

Maggie is a sweet girl that takes a little time to warm up to you.  She will make a fantastic companion for her forever family and her love is worth the wait.   

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, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/rescue-for-dogs-in-deplorable-conditions

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

Maria is a 6 month old Great Pyrenees/Akbash mix who was born outside on a sheep farm with her siblings Riley and Leo. Leo has been adopted and Maria and Riley are a bonded pair who need to be adopted together. They were recently adopted and they are a bonded pair of girls who are house trained and really sweet pups. The only reason they were returned is because a family member in the home became very allergic and the family is devastated that they couldn’t keep them, but the doctor said absolutely no.

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 Riley, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Riley is a 6 month old Great Pyrenees/Akbash mix who was born outside on a sheep farm with her siblings Maria and Leo. Leo has been adopted and Maria and Riley are a bonded pair who need to be adopted together. They were recently adopted and they are a bonded pair of girls who are house trained and really sweet pups. The only reason they were returned is because a family member in the home became very allergic and the family is devastated that they couldn’t keep them, but the doctor said absolutely no.

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 Riley, 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 say what???  One of her little girls (the 5th and last puppy) just happens to be a beautiful shade of LIGHT GREEN! This will disappear over the next few weeks but that makes her pretty special cause only one in 10,000 light colored dogs are born this way!!!!

Mom and babies are healthy and resting. Get your applications in to adopt these sweet babies and momma so they can have the life they deserve!

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 Marion, about 55lbs, and she is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and she is ready for her forever family. 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. 

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

Mickey is one of the "Disney" puppies that were born on 10/6/24. Their momma is our GRRAND dog Nellie! They should be ready to go to their forever families mid December or so. He’s the smallest for now about 7 lbs, and has one small white spot on his chest. He's super sweet and likes to be held!

Mickey 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. 

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!

We will update as we learn more about these cuties, but if you are interested in meeting them, they are in a foster home waiting for you! Please fill out an application at GRRAND.org

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 well with our two other dogs and will play with them in very short spurts. 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".

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? 
 

Mr Bingley is a 1 year old, 85ish lb, high energy Goldendoodle looking for a home where the people understand and know the Goldendoodle breed. Some need more activity and direction than their owners can provide and therefore they are surrendered… this guy is one of those dogs.  He will need a home with an above ground secure fenced yard, and where his people will have the time and patience to give him the exercise and energy outlet, and direction he needs to be a good boy. He IS still just a puppy, and a tired puppy is a good puppy and puppies need training and supervision until proven trustworthy. He is crate-trained and house-broken.

He needs more interation and activity than he was getting and with the right family, he will make a great companion. Mr Bingley is said to have lived with a cat (GRRAND has not cat tested him) and another dog, is crate-trained and house-broken. 

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

Nash is a young doodle needing a certain kind of home… Please read about his needs before applying!!

Nash:

Nash is a 4.5 year old beautiful Golden/Doodle. He is house trained, knows basic commands, and walks well on a leash. Before he came to GRRAND he was attacked by a large dog which has caused him to be selective on what other dogs he likes. Nash enjoys chasing a ball and we recently introduced him to the pool where he paddles, but hasn't actually swam yet – we're working on that.

Nash needs a home with mature, dog savvy adults, no children. He can be dog selective, so no other animals.

Please consider giving Nash a second chance and a loving home.  

More information to follow on Nash.

Nori is an 18 month old, about 50ish lb, sweet as can be and just beautiful female Golden Retriever who has been surrendered to GRRAND due to her medical needs. She was born with an ectopic ureter and has had surgery to help the issue and she is about 90% better now, but still has some leaking. Nori had to be let out every 4 hours during the day or she will not only have an accident, but will increase her chances of bladder infections! Her foster family has done an amazing job of taking care of her needs and she is now in an awesome health place and ready for her forever family!!! They say: 

"Nori is functioning now as a normal dog without leaks and not needing a diaper!!! YAY!!! She is NOW potty trained, with no UTI’s and her vet check went great!!  Here is the trick…a water routine. She gets 2 cups of ice cups in the morning and evening and she takes her medicine with food to avoid stomach upset. Nori is very playful, a great listener, great with kids and a major cuddlier!!! She would fit in well with any home or schedule. Now, she has to be properly cleaned on a regular basis, to prevent bladder infection and she will likely have recurring bladder infections, but keeping them as infrequent as possible is the idea. She will be evaluated at every vet vist but this beautiful girl is one not to let go!"

We are told by her former owner: "Nori is your classic golden! She's got basic obedience, loves water, started her on dock diving training, catching disc, no issues with kids/dogs/environments, crate trained, and a big cuddler. Honestly the best dog and a classic golden. She is a good thinker, very good and toy motivated."

If you have questions about her health/medical needs, or would like to meet this sweet girl, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

UPDATE ON NULA!!! 

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 Nula and she 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. She is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, 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 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!"

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

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

Peanut is a senior 9ish year old, Lab/Golden mix at about 75ish lbs who was literally "left with the house" when his so-called people, sold their house… they just abandoned him. He went to a shelter for 2 months and they said that he was exceptionally friendly, loves other dogs and passed the cat test with flying colors. (GRRAND has not cat tested him) We are so happy that Peanut went to a foster home and this is what they say:

Hi, I’m Peanut! Though I’m more like a Brazil nut! (haha doggie humor!) 'cause I’m a big boy but a good one! I love to eat…but treats…I don’t like them, I LOVE them! When I was at the shelter, I was that dog sitting in the corner of my kennel waiting to be noticed. All the other dogs were barking “PICK ME! PICK ME! and they were picked – over me. (sigh) Just because my muzzle may be a bit gray, or my eyes not as bright or my gait not as gingerly, I got passed over again and again. And then, I got SO LUCKY and someone took me into their home from the GRRAND rescue.
Now in my foster home, I go readily into my big kennel. Then when it’s time to go outside, I like to run around the yard and then lay down on my doggie bed under the deck.
When inside I will nudge you to be petted, take treats easy from your hand, sit on command, and go lay down when it’s time to. I am learning “Wait” and “Stay.” And I know that “No” means “No”!
I walk easy on a leash and love to ride in the car and put my muzzle out the back window.
When I am at home and not sleeping, my eyes and ears are attentive to what my foster mom is doing, hoping she will include me. I look forward to having a loving furever family and I will be their buddy and they will be my whole world!
Find me on GRRAND’s website – again hoping that someone will PICK ME! PICK ME"!

If you would like to meet Peanut, and give this deserving boy a loving home forever, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Merry Christmas from our "Twelfth Day of Christmas Dog"… Penny!

I'm Penny and am very pleased to meet you! I'm a beautiful pure Golden Retriever, 3+ 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 600 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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GRRAND dogs are looking for homes in Greater Louisville, Greater Lexington, and Greater Cincinnati and Dayton. We’re sorry we cannot make exceptions to this area

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 Pike and he is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and he is ready for his forever family. Pike 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. He will need a family with the time and patience to work with him through any insecurities he may have. 

If you would like to donate to Pike'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 Pike, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org

Pluto is one of the "Disney" puppies that were born on 10/6/24. Their momma is our GRRAND dog Nellie! They should be ready to go to their forever families mid December or so. He weighs about 8 pounds, is getting his lab feet, super sweet and has a small white spot on his chest.

Pluto 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. 

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!

We will update as we learn more about these cuties, but if you are interested in meeting them, they are in a foster home waiting for you! Please fill out an application at GRRAND.org

Pretty Boy is a 3.5 year old, 67ish lb Flat Coat Retriever who is sadly looking for a home due to their owner being deployed! We truly want to find this guy a home ASAP as his owner is leaving very soon and she would like to be a part of his adoption. 

She says: "Pretty Boy does not bark at all.. I have never ever heard him bark before. He is a very gentle soul. He loves to be around people and is pretty needy for attention. He’s certainly a Velcro dog. When he is with me at home he is very obedient and when we are in public is gets excited and loves all people and dogs. He is a very happy dog. His one downfall is he expects you to share your food with him and if you don’t he becomes very sad."

We are still learing about this sweet guy, and if you would like to meet him, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org asap!

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 8 year old, 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

Rookie is in a foster home and this is what she says:

Rookie is a 6 month old Pyrador!!! He looks like a Lab, but he has single dew claws on each back leg so there are Great Pyrenees in his DNA somewhere, so we are going with that! Rookie is estimated to be around 60 lbs when full grown. He is in a foster home and she says: 

"Rookie was my foster puppy this past summer. Two months ago, he was adopted only to be returned last week due to being too much of a puppy for the elderly Shih Tzus in the house. Rookie is a leggy, Lab mix puppy, approximately 6-7 months old who loves to play with and hang out other dogs and people and just in general enjoy life to the fullest. He is really enjoying playing with my other foster dogs, Arnold, Myka and Lizzie."

"Ok, I have to update Rookie’s bio to tell you what this puppy is really like and this may not be pretty LOL!! Rookie is a drama king!!! He THINKS he has kung fu fighting skills and shows off his wresting style whenever he can (see photo of him with Carson). He believes lawn mowers are out to get him and barks the alarm! If you walk inside for a minute while he is outside, Rookie will whine a couple of times to let you know he profoundly feels your desertion and how dare you?! If he can’t run right to his food, he runs around frantically yelping while trying to get to his bowl before he starves. Rookie is literally unable to show people and other dogs enough of the love he feels for them. And lastly and the most embarrassing thing about Rookie…he thinks he is a bug hunter extraordinaire. He loves to dramatically pounce on bugs he finds in the yard! So… we gave it to you straight… Never a dull moment or never a smile on your face when you are with this dude. 

This boy loves people, but can be shy at first. He is submissive to adult dogs, but once a friendship is started, Rookie is a wonderful doggie playmate, as he is hanging out with GRRAND dog Carson right now, and they LOVE to play!!! Rookie is very food motivated and will be easy to train and he automatically sits when his food bowl is offered. As far as housebreaking is concerned, Rookie has not had a single accident in his foster home which is awesome for a four month old puppy. Rookie has it all. He is an adorable, playful puppy, full of love and motivated to be a well-trained adult dog. What else could anyone wish for in a new companion"?  

As he is just a puppy, he will need 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. 

This boy will need a home that can offer him the exercise and direction he needs to grow up to be a good puppy! 

As we learn more, we will update, but if you would like to meet Rookie, 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 

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 Ruby and she 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.

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

And if you would like to meet Ruby, 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 Shelby and he is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and he is ready for his forever family. He 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. He will need a family with the time and patience to work with her through any insecurities she may have. 

If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Shelby, 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

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 Spencer 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.

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

Tramp is one of the "Disney" puppies that were born on 10/6/24. Their momma is our GRRAND dog Nellie! They should be ready to go to their forever families mid December or so. He weights 7.8 lbs, likes to be with you, is a sweet boy and is solid black.

Tramp 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. 

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!

We will update as we learn more about these cuties, but if you are interested in meeting them, they are in a foster home waiting for you! Please fill out an application at GRRAND.org

Meet Tyg (Tygrys)

ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: YOU CAN ADOPT TYG FOR JUST $1!

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

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!

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 Warren 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 Warren, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org, and if you would like to donate to Warren's care, please visit the GOFUNDME link at 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. 

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!"

Webster will need a home with an above ground securely fenced yard as he is considered a flight risk due to life of formerly living on open land. He will need a family with the time and patience to work with him through any insecurities he may have. 

If you would like to donate to Webster'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

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 Whitley and she is believed to be Golden/Great Pyr/Lab mix, and she is ready for her forever family. 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. 

If you would like to open your home to foster or adopt Whitley, 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