Wisconsin Adopt A Golden Retriever, Inc.
The Golden Retriever Rescue For Golden Retriever Lovers 

Providing Bright New Beginnings To Displaced Golden Retrievers










~ WAAGR News ~

"The WAAG"
A newsletter for WAAGR friends and members

Summer 2008
March/April 2008

"We Care" Program
WAAGR is part of the "We Care" Program offered through Pick 'N Save.  A portion of sales from your purchases can go to help WAAGR!  For more information, click here.


WAAGR is listed on the Web site for Project Ripple Effect!  For more information about this great volunteer initiative in the Milwaukee area, click the logo below!  We are listed under Environment & Animals.

 

Meet AWARE - the group who organizes the Great Lakes Pet Expo.  Click on the link below to find out about this great group!

 

WAAGR is now a member of the
Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee, Inc.
 
To find out more about this organization, click on the logo below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Meet WAAGR's Special Needs Dogs
Sometimes, WAAGR takes in dogs that need a little more TLC.  Maybe the dog has a broken bone, a some medical condition that takes a little more time to diagnose, or even something like heartworm.  Whatever the case, WAAGR wants to help give dogs the best possible chance at a new life and to help them find their forever homes.

Recently added to the list is Buddy, who will need surgery for his leg.  To read more about his story and to donate for any of our special needs dogs, click here to go to the Special Needs page.


A Special Donation for WAAGR
We always appreciate the donations we receive for WAAGR, as they go to help our four-legged friends.  We recently got a wonderful donation from students at Central Middle School in Hartford, Wis.  We received a letter along with the donation.  Click here to read the letter.

Thank you so much for your support!


WAAGR on The Morning Blend
We at WAAGR are thankful to have made appearances on The Morning Blend on WTMJ-4 many times to promote our fundraisers and our dogs.  Our most recent appearance was June 18.  Check out the link here.


Upcoming Events
For more information on all WAAGR events, click on the events link in the left column.  Check back often, as we try to keep the events updated!  We hope to see you
soon!

Saturday, Aug. 16
WAAGR Annual Meeting

All members are welcome to join us for the annual meeting at Happy Hounds in Germantown, beginning at 1 p.m.  Meet fellow members as we recap the last year for the group!

Sunday, Sept. 21
Pancakes for Paws Pancake Breakfast
WAAGR will be in attendance at this event so stop by and say hi!  Tickets are $15 or $13 in advance.  Ticket prices include breakfast, large raffle and lure coursing.  There will be vendors and small raffles as well.  Proceeds benefit animal rescues and their missions to help homeless animals.
This event takes place at Alpine Lanes, S80 W18700 Apollo Dr. in Muskego from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 4
WAAGR Reunion Picnic

This event is for all families who have adopted from our group and will take place at K-( Obedience Training Club in Menomonee Falls.  Events will include pictures with Santa, demonstrations, and doggy massage.  Plus, time to chat and mingle with other WAAGR families and their adopted goldens!
Watch the Web site for more details about this event.


Volunteer Opportunities With WAAGR!
(Foster Homes Needed)

Have you wanted to help WAAGR and not known where to start!  There are many opportunities for members to volunteer!  One of the main areas we could use some help right now is foster homes.  This means your home would be a place to stay for the dogs until they are ready to be adopted out!  You would also be part of the process to decide your foster dog's "forever home."

Other volunteer opportunities include:
Assessment - Visit and evaluate a golden retriever needing to be surrendered prior to being brought into our organization. Training is required.
Education - Provide information to the general public to aid in responsible dog ownership and to reduce abuse and neglect of all animals.
Transport - Provide transportation for displaced goldens from a surrendered home or shelter to their foster family.

Check out our complete list of volunteer activities by clicking here.


WAAGR • 12605 West North Avenue, #285 • Brookfield, WI 53005
phone: 414-517-7725

WAAGR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.  We were awarded that status in February 2005.