To compensate for the cancellation of our largest fundraiser due to COVID-19, As Good as Gold is hosting a virtual silent auction. This event provides an exciting chance during your home confinement to engage in a bidding war over several auction items! You will find a…
To compensate for the cancellation of our largest fundraiser due to COVID-19, As Good as Gold is hosting a virtual auction in May. Register today with your credit card so you’ll be ready when bidding begins at noon on Saturday, May 9 until it ends…
A Golden Gala – Mardi Gras scheduled for May 16th, 2020 has been cancelled and replaced by a virtual event. In light of the current state of the Covid-19 pandemic the Board made the tough decision to cancel our 2020 event. As you know this…
2021 Rescue Calendar Monthly Page Photo Submissions…Cameras Ready! Midnight April 30 is the submission deadline for photos of and stories about your AGaG adopted or long term care foster dog(s) for consideration as a 2021 featured calendar page. All AGaG adopted or long term care…
Join us for our biggest fundraising event of the year! A Golden Gala – Mardi Gras Saturday, May 16 Medinah Shrine Center – Addison 5-11 pm We are excited to announce that A Golden Ball is now A Golden Gala and this year’s theme is…
One incredibly lucky winner will win a trip for 2 for only $100! If you win, which trip will you choose? Buy your ticket now SOLD OUT!! (click on View Items for tickets) New this year!! For a little extra luck, you can pick your…
COUPON MADNESS MEANS MONEY for As Good as Gold! For every coupon used, As Good as Gold gets a $1 donation! These donations add up quickly. If we are the rescue with the most coupons used, we get an additional $100 bonus!!! The Chicagoland Family…
As the holiday season and spirit of giving approach, As Good as Gold is especially thankful for the support of our members and friends. We love to jump in to help … sometimes on a moment’s notice … when a golden or golden mix…
Back by popular demand….no, really. Several members look forward to ordering wreaths every year and helping As Good as Gold at the same time! Why? It’s easy! Go to www.ChristmasForest.com Click ‘Add to Cart’ to order a forest fresh wreath or ornament. Enter AGAGO in…
As Good as Gold will host a fall wine tasting at Aspen Lane Wine Company Winery in Aurora, Illinois on November 15, 2019. A delightful evening is planned that includes four wine samplings, a hearty buffet along with beautiful raffle baskets and good times with…
September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month
Being a responsible dog owner includes caring for the health, safety, enrichment and training of your golden retriever. While you no doubt already perform many of the actions listed in this article, read on to see if there might be a few more you want to add!
Health and Wellness
Regular vet checkups are crucial – consider scheduling one in September. These visits will identify and provide the right vaccinations for your dog’s stage of life. Vets will do an overall checkup and can recommend the right nutrition based on your golden retriever’s age, weight, activity level, medical issues and allergies. Regular dental care and nail clipping are also important.
Safety
Golden retrievers need accessible fresh drinking water and shelter from the elements. Their collar, harness and leash all need to fit appropriately. Puppies chew on everything, so puppy-proof your house and yard with appropriate fencing, elimination of harmful objects, poisonous plants, fertilizers, wires, chemical pesticides and small children’s toys. Pick-up that dog waste or your dog may munch on it.
Training
Every golden retriever needs basic training. It provides the skills they need for everyday life. The Canine Good Citizen program is a great way to verify that the basic level of training has been achieved. More advanced training in dog sports such as agility, nose work and dock diving is also available.
For a complete list, please visit our website: www.asgoodasgold.org/september-is-responsible-dog-ownership-month/