Fear of fireworks, thunderstorms, (associated with the change in barometric pressure, lightning, electrostatic disturbances, and even smells associated with storms), or gunshots is a common phobia in dogs. A noise phobia can be traced to a particular bad experience of a noise, but often, we cannot be certain what happens to trigger this fear.  

Click on photo to be taken to Bear's page:

 *****  UPDATE  *****

MEET BEAR...G.R.I.N.'S LATEST ARNOLD FUND DOG

On June 12th, Bear underwent surgery to lengthen his shorter leg; this will alleviate pain and even out his gait-which will enable him to run easier! The doctors broke the bone in the affected leg, inserted internal pins and also an external skeletal fixator-essentially a large pin-at the breakpoint.  These work together to straighten and lengthen the bone.

Bear has an 8 week recovery time, and we are confident that Bear is going to come through this with flying colors! He is certainly doing his best to contribute to his recovery.  He's being kept quiet by his foster family, and he only goes outside for potty breaks.  He rests in his own room, on his own mattress, and longingly watches the family, dogs and cats play outside his window.  They adore this sweet boy, and say he's not whimpered once, despite being in pain.

Once he has recovered, Bear is going to make a lucky adoptive family very happy.  Until then, G.R.I.N. would welcome any donations for Bear.  Actual costs for Bear's care, to date, are now over $4k.

G.R.I.N. is a non-profit organization and we rely solely on the generosity of kind and giving people like you! We're registered with a 501(c)(3) status, so all your donations, including sponsorships, are tax-deductible.

To make a donation to The Arnold Fund, which is only used for specific sponsorship Goldens, donate through Paypal's secure link or mail a check or money order to the address below.  Thank you for your donations and your continued support of G.R.I.N.

The Arnold Fund

Golden Retrievers In Need

P.O. Box 24365

Cleveland, OH  44124

TICKETS GO ON SALE JULY 15TH!  Be sure to get yours before they are gone.  The Gala page is constantly being updated with new information...

Click on the photo below to be taken to Samara's page:

My name is Samara and I am 6-7 years old!

Samara is an especially sweet, but very shy, golden girl.  She's okay with other dogs and cats too.  She has been neglected and really needs some TLC.  Her new owner needs to quietly love on her...and her confidence will bloom!

It's time again to renew your G.R.I.N. membership!  

Current memberships will expire on June 30, 2009!  If you haven't already renewed your membership, please do so today!  We need you back and it's easy!  Why is it important for YOU to renew your membership?  A large portion of our yearly budget comes from our annual membership drive.  Your membership dues go directly to helping every golden who enters our program through providing all necessary veterinary medical/surgical care, medications, vaccinations, spaying or neutering, foster care and providing the necessary daily supplies.  In addition, all members who volunteer at events must be current G.R.I.N. members for insurance purposes.  There are many benefits to your membership including access to our newsletter, Golden Seconds, published every six weeks.   If it's more convenient for you, your membership can be renewed online and paid for with PayPal.  Please be sure to complete the renewal form so we have your updated information.  We encourage you to renew your membership right away, continue to be part of a special organization and help us to continue our mission in rescuing and rehoming many deserving golden retrievers!  We'll look for your renewal!