It’s that time again! Time to send out your HO HO HOliday cards. If you want those photos to be extra special this year, why not stop by Nature Dog in Omaha on Sunday, December 8th to get Fido a photo with Santa? The event will be happening from 1pm-4pm with a real, live Santa and helpful elves!
Photos are $10 per dog, we prefer cash payment if possible. You will also be able to purchase a 2025 GRRIN calendar ($20/each).
Nature Dog, 13406 W Maple Road, Omaha
We celebrated our Gold Rush this year on September 22nd with a theme of Homecoming to welcome home all our adoptees and families. While a little early this year, the weather was a perfect early Fall day and we welcomed over 200 people and almost 70 of our furbuddies. I think I even saw a French Bulldog and Husky mixed in with all our Golden friends.
Besides our store with much new merchandise for sale and all our fun activities and games, we welcomed many of our community partners, some returnees and some new ones. These included:
Dog Gone Problems
Sirius Orthopedic
Ralston Vet
Prairie Lane Vet
Fort Street Vet
Nebraska Pet Hospice
Nature Dog
VCA Midwest Vet
Kirk’s Work Caricatures
For those attendees wanting a little snack, Mike’s Streetside Food Truck was there and the food was great. SumTur Amphitheatre in Papillion again was our site and proved to be a great locale for the event. We raffled off two Southwest Airline tickets, gave away a huge bowl of biscuits to the lucky guesser of how many were in a jar (guess of 120 for 121 biscuits was pretty close). Thanks to our friends at Woof and Whiskers for making a dog pretty happy.
Our Masters of Ceremony were once again Kathy Glenn and Curt Bright and they do such a great job entertaining and making us aware of all the activities, plus interviewing all our vendors about their particular business.
We also introduced our brand new alumni tent which is bright orange and can’t be missed. It served as the perfect spot for photos of our canine buddies and their families. Look for the bright orange tent at future GRRIN outreach events. One of the board members said it can be seen from space!
We want to certainly thank our many volunteers who give of their time so willingly for our cause.It would not be possible without them. We look forward to seeing you next Fall at our next Gold Rush event. Look for a specific time in future communications But we certainly look forward to seeing at our many outreach events throughout the year.
We’ll post photos soon!
On Saturday, October 12, GRRIN volunteers and friends of GRRIN surprised a special, out-of-town visitor attending a private Lincoln family reunion. Aunt Ruthe traveled from Minnesota to see dozens of family members, but the Golden Retriever lover had an extra-special day when several Goldens arrived with their owners. The entire group enjoyed meeting the dogs – many thanks to the volunteers who took time to stop by!
Come visit GRRIN from 11-1 on Sunday, November 10 at The Bookworm’s location in Loveland Centre on 90th and Center.
A small, cozy and quiet setting to meet a Golden that is in foster care or learn more about volunteering. Visit The Bookworm on the second Sunday of the month (dates may change). Click here for a map.
Please note, we do not guarantee the availability of a visiting foster dog. Interested adopters can learn more about the approval process here.
The Bookworm
Loveland Centre
90th and Center Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68114
The 2025 GRRIN calendar is ready for purchase! Each month contains a full-page golden retriever photo and their story. These 13-month calendars are the perfect gift for the dog-lover in your life and a great way to support GRRIN. They make great stocking stuffers, too!
The calendars can be purchased using the form below. You will be directed to a payment page after submitting the form.
If you prefer to pay with a check or cash, mail your name, address, phone number, and email address (if applicable), and the number of calendars being ordered along with $20 per calendar to GRRIN:
Golden Retriever Rescue in Nebraska
PO Box 126
Boys Town, NE 68010
All calendars will be mailed to your provided address. Shipping is free. A volunteer will be mailing the calendars once a week.
Join friends of GRRIN and volunteers in Lincoln on Sunday, October 20 from 2-4pm at the first Urban Hound pop-up visit for Golden Retriever Rescue in Nebraska! Urban Hound Dog Bar and Park is located at 4848 Van Dorn St. It is an off-leash, adults and pups place to play! We will be selling the new 2025 GRRIN calendars for $20/each.
Please note the following guidelines for visiting this venue. It is $10 for one dog to visit the day of the event and $5 for each additional dog.
Pre-register online to save time at the front desk or bring documentation day of. Learn more and register.
– We require the following vaccinations for dog entry: Bordetella, Rabies, and Distemper
– All dogs 12+ months must be neutered or spayed
– All dogs must have a day pass or membership
– $10/day for 1 dog + $5 each for additional dogs – Humans always enter free
– Urban Hound is a 21+ year old venue
From NHS:
We’re back — and we’re ready to leash up the dogs and get walking!
Join us on Sunday, September 29, 2024 for the 35th annual Margre Durham Walk & Dog Fest!
Who’s ready to get out and Walk? We are! (And a huge shout out to everyone who supported us in 2023. You were there for the homeless animals and we appreciate all your fundraising efforts!)
We can’t wait to see all your faces (human and furry) back in the meadow on the NHS campus, starting at 11 a.m. on Sept. 29, 2024 and concluding at 1:30 p.m. There will be Vendor Village, Rescue Groups, Silent Auction, Beer Garden, Adoption Parade, Great Food, Entertainment and, of course, the Walk down the Keystone Trail. Every single part of this is dog friendly!
There is nothing like being around so many people who love animals as much as you do. Help us make the 2024 Walk for the Animals an event to remember tor the homeless animals! Check it out right here.
Thank you for attending Gold Rush! We think we might have had record attendance this year! We’ll be posting photos soon. Many thanks to the local businesses and GRRIN volunteers – we couldn’t hold this event without you!
GRRIN invites you to an afternoon of fun and activities for everyone in your family, pups included! We’ll be hosting our annual Golden Retriever celebration at Sumtur Amphitheater. This year we will have a food truck and seated picnic area where you can relax after playing games and visiting local vendors.
Gold Rush will be held from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 22 at Sumtur Amphitheater just south of Hwy 370 on 108th Street in Papillion.
GRRIN Store – Take this opportunity to purchase GRRIN logo merchandise – sweatshirt anyone? 2025 GRRIN calendars are available! You can also bid on Southwest Airlines tickets at the store’s silent auction until 2:45pm. Proceeds from the store and auction support rescue dogs.
GRRIN Information Booth – Learn more about the many rescue activities and volunteer opportunities at GRRIN. Be sure to enter the Biscuit Count – winner to be announced at 2:30pm.
GRRIN Alumni Booth – NEW! Bring your adopted GRRIN dog by the decorated alumni booth, share a story about your dog, and receive a special gift! Take a picture and share it to goldrush@grrin.org.
Pawblo Picasso – Your pup can paint a no-mess masterpiece in minutes! Take home a memory of Gold Rush with your pup’s pawprints. This is a NEW fan favorite from last year.
Wet Shirt Game – 2 people/dogs race against each other. There is a bucket full of water with a wet t-shirt in it. Participants have to race to the bucket, put the t-shirt over their dog’s head and front legs into the arm holes and race back to the starting line.
Shell Game – A treat is placed under one of 3 flower pots. The pots shift positions. Can your dog follow the action with his or her sense of smell? Success means the dog gets the treat.
Spin and Win – You don’t need skill or even a dog for this game. Spin the wheel to find out which prize you win.
Plinko – Drop the disk and watch it travel into one of the prize slots.
Golden Goodies Walk (formerly the cake walk) – An old favorite. This version includes our dogs. Winners claim their human and /or canine goodies at the table next to the concession stand.
Biscuit Count – Located at the GRRIN Info Booth. Biscuits provided by Woof & Whiskers! Guess the number of biscuits in the jar. The winner will be the guess that is closest to the actual number of dog biscuits. Yes, we did count them. Winner will be announced at 2:30 p.m.
Photo/Kissing Booth – This “frame” is just waiting for your dog to have a photograph taken. You can also join your dog in the picture. Take your own photos and send to goldrush@grrin.org – we’ll post them on our facebook page after Gold Rush!
Golden Bean Bag Toss – Toss a bean bag through one of the holes in the cut-out board and win a prize for your dog.
Bobbing for Tennis Balls – Will your dog grab a tennis ball from a tub of water? If so, they get to keep the ball!
Picnic with your pup! – grab a snack or beverage and hang out at the picnic area to enjoy the day
Kirk’s Works – Artist Kirk Kuenzi joins us again this year! Have a caricature made of your dog for a suggested donation of $10 per dog. Dog caricatures only, please. Kirk’s Works is donating all of the proceeds to GRRIN!
Nature Dog – Independently owned Pet Wellness Center since 1998 – “committed to natural pet food and supplies”
Bumblebee Collars and More – “Handmade collars and leashes for your pets to help spice up their lives”
Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique – Providing an array of clean and safe services in Omaha’s Lakeside area, “You’re invited to experience our Safety First grooming services”
Sirius Veterinary Orthopedic Center – “Nebraska’s finest in orthopedic vet care”
Ralston Vet – An employee-owned vet clinic where your pets are treated like family!
Prairie Lane Veterinary Hospital – “Our mission since 1967: A happy, healthy pet. A well-informed owner”
Nebraska Pet Hospice – “A specialty veterinary service offering in-home veterinary hospice, palliative, and end-of-life care”
Fort Street Veterinarian – “Here for you, during all stages of your pet’s life!” providing comprehensive wellness care and diagnostic and surgical services
VCA MidWest Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center – “Setting the standard for world-class medicine and hometown care.”
Dog Gone Problems – “Using a 100% positive reinforcement, force free approach to canine behavior” – Featuring David Codr, Founder and behavioral consultant with a demonstration at 1:00 on the stage!
Streetside Foods Food Truck – “American classics with an Italian twist” – grab lunch or a snack and hang out at the picnic area
SumTur Concession Stand – water, soda, beer and wine available at Papillion’s premier outdoor performance venue
Special Thanks to emcees Curt Bright of the Stringbeans and Kathy Glenn, roving photographer Patty Duarte, and anonymous GRRIN volunteers who donated many of the game prizes!
Check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information: facebook.com/grrin
SumTur Amphitheater, 11691 South 108th Street, Papillion, NE 68046
Want to volunteer? Send a note to goldrush@grrin.org.
Come visit GRRIN from 11-1 on Sunday, November 10 at The Bookworm’s location in Loveland Centre on 90th and Center.
A small, cozy and quiet setting to meet a Golden that is in foster care or learn more about volunteering. Visit The Bookworm on the second Sunday of the month (dates may change). Click here for a map.
Please note, we do not guarantee the availability of a visiting foster dog. Interested adopters can learn more about the approval process here.
The Bookworm
Loveland Centre
90th and Center Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68114
We are excited to have a new web page that features Health and Wellness resources for large breed dogs. The information contained in the health resources was researched and written by Ms. Katie Berry as part of her Girl Scouts Gold Award project. In 2023, they were reviewed and veterinary-approved by Dr. Trisha Burbach, Ralston Vet and by veterinary technicians at Rockbrook Animal Hospital.
Many thanks to Katie for her hard work on behalf of GRRIN! Katie recently received her Gold Award and GRRIN volunteers were able to congratulate her in person at the ceremony.
Thank you for attending GRRIN and Grapes at Vino Mas! We raised almost $900 that will help GRRIN cover veterinary expenses for our foster dogs.
Saturday, Noon to 2pm – 14450 Eagle Run Drive, Omaha
Thank you for submitting your photos for the 2025 GRRIN calendar. Make sure to attend Gold Rush on September 22 at Sumtur Amphitheater where they will be available for purchase!
We need your photos! We extended the deadline so you have a few more weekends to get that perfect shot of your dog for the GRRIN calendar – send them in by July 1st using the form below.
It’s time to send us your photos! GRRIN’s calendar committee is putting together another fabulous calendar for 2025 and they will need to choose from your photos. Calendars will be available for purchase at GRRIN’s Gold Rush celebration on October 1st.
Who is eligible?
Anyone who has adopted a GRRIN dog or is a friend of GRRIN with a Golden is eligible to submit a photograph. However, GRRIN dogs will have priority in the selection process. There is a limit of TWO (2) photos submitted per family, but should your photo be selected, only one will be used in the Calendar. More than one dog can be in your submitted photos but Goldens or Golden Mixes only please!
What is the deadline for submission of photos?
June 1, 2024 – EXTENDED to July 1, 2024
Will I get the photo returned to me after the selections are made?
ALL photos submitted become the property of Golden Retriever Rescue in Nebraska. Make sure you create a copy before sending.
How can I submit my photos?
Use the following form (see below) to submit the completed Entry Form/Release Form, your digital photos and 50-word story, OR mail the photos and Calendar Photograph Entry Form/Release Form to: GRRIN at PO Box 126, Boys Town, NE 68010, ATTN: Calendars. If you have any issues with your submission, email calendar@grrin.org and we will help you get it done.
What are the requirements for the photos?
Please contact us at calendar@grrin.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing the photos of your awesome dogs!
Join GRRIN at Nature Dog, dedicated to providing the healthiest and most wholesome foods for your dog and cat. They have grown over the years to carry an extensive selection of only super-premium products. Come check it out and meet our dogs available for adoption on Saturday, May 4th from Noon to 2pm. Located at 13406 West Maple Road in Omaha.
Note: We do not guarantee the availability of our foster dogs at meet and greet events. We do not have an online application – please learn more about our adoption requirements, then leave a message on our Goldline. A volunteer will return your call. Be prepared to spend at least 30 minutes to answer questions.
Sunday, April 28, Noon-2pm
Join GRRIN as we celebrate another great year in rescue with our members!
Thinking about becoming a volunteer? Own a Golden and want to meet other Golden Retriever fans? (Let’s face it, we’re crazy about our dogs.) Everyone is welcome, including your beloved canine family members. We’ll serve a light lunch, conduct a short business meeting, and then we get to visit about – what else – our wonderful Goldens!
Business meeting agenda:
Join GRRIN at the Domesti-Pups I Love My Dog Expo!
I LOVE MY DOG EXPO
March 23 (9am to 5pm) and March 24 (10am to 4pm)
Lancaster Event Center | 4100 North 84th Street
Admission $10 (Children under 10 are free) Two-day ticket $15
Dogs Welcome (see specific information on the Expo web page)
Get ready for two days of dog-friendly, family-oriented fun this spring at the I Love My Dog Expo!
The I Love My Dog Expo is a perfect opportunity to visit your favorite vendors for dog-related products and services or find your new best friend at one of several rescue organizations in attendance. Join thousands of pet lovers in the area and learn about responsible dog ownership. The event includes entertainment, games, training demonstrations, and, of course, plenty of shopping. The Expo attracts dog lovers of all ages and interests. Its also fun for those who don’t have a dog and just want to come, check out the cool canines, and be a part of the festivities.
Whether you have a question for your favorite vet, want to purchase a new leash and collar, find unique doggie-related home apparel or decor, or learn a new trick, we hope you’ll join us at the I Love My Dog Expo, March 23 and 24 at the Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln.
http://www.ilovemydogexpo.com/
The 2024 GRRIN calendar has dropped in price to $10! Each month contains a full-page golden retriever photo and their story. These 13-month calendars are the perfect gift for the dog-lover in your life and a great way to support GRRIN. They make great stocking stuffers, too!
The calendars can be purchased using the form below. You will be directed to a payment page after submitting the form.
If you prefer to pay with a check or cash, mail your name, address, phone number, and email address (if applicable), and the number of calendars being ordered along with $10 per calendar to GRRIN:
Golden Retriever Rescue in Nebraska
PO Box 126
Boys Town, NE 68010
All calendars will be mailed to your provided address. Shipping is free. A volunteer will be mailing the calendars once a week.
Social and Shopping: 11:30 a.m.
Lunch and Training: Noon to 2 p.m.
Nebraska Humane Society Auditorium
RSVP to volunteer@grrin.org
New to GRRIN? So are a lot of us! Come out and meet other volunteers and board members. Thinking about volunteering? This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about what we do and how you can help Golden Retrievers in need.
We truly need your volunteer time. We have many volunteer positions available, you can read about them here. We will also talk about other opportunities at training!
The Nebraska Humane Society is located at 8929 Fort Street, Omaha.
We will be in the auditorium (hallway to the right of the main entrance).
In case of inclement weather, we will post cancellation information on our website and Facebook page.
It’s time to join GRRIN or renew your membership! As we wrap up our 32nd year of rescue, we ask for your support by renewing your membership or becoming a new member. Your membership and financial support allow us to provide the best care to rescued Golden Retrievers.
The annual membership fee is $15 for one applicant and $10 for each additional applicant. You can also make an end-of-year donation. Just visit our Become a Member web page, fill out the online form, and then click the button that takes you to our PayPal page. Questions? Send us an email – info@grrin.org.
Thank you so much for attending Photos with Santa! We had 50 families stop by with their wonderful dogs…so many holiday dogs! We loved the wonderful outfits many pups were wearing. Special thanks to Santa and his elves, Sit Stay Click photographer Jen Christensen, and the amazing staff at Nature Dog who host this event every year for GRRIN!
It’s that time again! Time to send out your HO HO HOliday cards. If you want those photos to be extra special this year, why not stop by Nature Dog in Omaha on Sunday, December 3rd to get Fido a photo with Santa? The event will be happening from 1pm-4pm with a real, live Santa and helpful elves!
Photos will be taken by Sit.Stay.Click by Jen Christensen – photos are $10 per dog, we prefer cash payment if possible. You will also be able to purchase a 2024 GRRIN calendar ($20/each). Click here for a map to Nature Dog (13406 W Maple Road, Omaha).
We’d like to introduce you to Arlo, a Golden-Poodle mix that is currently in foster care!
Arlo’s bio from his foster mom:
HELLO…I’d like to introduce myself to you….I am a very good looking 3-year old male Golden Doodle, who would like to find my permanent furever home.
Ideally, I’m looking for a family who is experienced in dog behavior and who is active and would really enjoy doing activities with me: walk in the neighborhood; go to the park; take long car rides. I know my commands and I walk pretty well on a leash (until I see a critter running around). I don’t jump up on people but; sometimes, I bark a lot (I’m working on that behavior). I really enjoy being around people and cuddling next to them while getting lots of pets. If I forget and jump up on the furniture, I will immediately get down when told to do so.
I don’t mind going in the kennel at night, but I really like it when I can jump up on the bed and sleep with my humans. I’m good around other dogs, but I really don’t like to engage in dog play and playing with toys. You might say I am “Top Dog” when it comes to playing with toys: I always want to be the one to get the toy! Come and meet me and see for yourself what a sweet, awesome Golden Doodle I am.
If you are interested in learning more about Arlo and his availability, please send an email to info@grrin.org. To be considered for adoption, you will need to complete an interview and home visit. You must have a fenced yard. To get started, call 402-330-6680 and leave a voicemail; a volunteer will return your call. More about our adoption process.
Come visit GRRIN from 11-1pm on on October 12th at The Bookworm’s location in Loveland Centre on 90th and Center.
A small, cozy and quiet setting to meet a Golden that is in foster care or learn more about volunteering. Visit The Bookworm on the second Sunday of the month (dates may change). Click here for a map.
Please note, we do not guarantee the availability of a visiting foster dog. Interested adopters can learn more about the approval process here.
The Bookworm
Loveland Centre
90th and Center Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68114
GRRIN invites you to an afternoon of fun and activities for everyone in your family, pups included! We’ll be hosting our annual Golden Retriever celebration at SumTur Amphitheater. This year we will have a food truck and seated picnic area where you can relax after playing games and visiting local vendors.
Gold Rush will be held from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 1st at SumTur Amphitheater just south of Hwy 370 on 108th Street in Papillion.
Check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information: facebook.com/grrin
SumTur Amphitheater, 11691 South 108th Street, Papillion, NE 68046
Want to volunteer? Send an email to goldrush@grrin.org.
NEW! Pawblo Picasso – Your pup can paint their own art masterpiece
Bobbing for Tennis Balls – Will your dog grab a tennis ball from a tub of water? If so, they get to keep the ball!
Wet Shirt Game – 2 people/dogs race against each other. There is a bucket full of water with a wet t-shirt in it. Participants have to race to the bucket, put the t-shirt over their dog’s head and front legs into the arm holes and race back to the starting line.
Shell Game – A treat is placed under one of 3 flower pots. The pots shift positions. Can your dog follow the action with his or her sense of smell? Success means the dog gets the treat.
Spin and Win – You don’t need skill or even a dog for this game. Spin the wheel to find out which prize you win.
Plinko – Drop the disk and watch it travel into one of the prize slots.
Golden Goodies Walk (formerly the cake walk) – An old favorite. This version includes our dogs. Winners claim their human and /or canine goodies at the table next to the concession stand.
Biscuit Count – Located at the GRRIN Info Booth. Guess the number of biscuits in the jar. The winner will be the guess that is closest to the actual number of dog biscuits. Yes, we did count them. Winner will be announced at 2:30 p.m.
Photo/Kissing Booth – This “frame” is just waiting for your dog to have a photograph taken. You can also join your dog in the picture. You can take your own photos too!
GRRIN Store – Take this opportunity to purchase GRRIN logo merchandise and help support the rescue efforts. We’ll have new, long-sleeved tees and the 2024 GRRIN calendar.
GRRIN Information Booth – Learn more about the many rescue activities and volunteer opportunities of GRRIN. Or just stop by and introduce your dog. Be sure to enter the Biscuit Count -winner to be announced at 2:30pm
Bean Bag Toss – Toss a bean bag through one of the holes in the cut-out Scooby Doo board and win a prize for your dog.
Adopted Dog Parade – Show off your rescued pup in the parade of adopted dogs
DogGone Problems – David Codr, training demonstration
Visit our awesome vendors! Special thanks to all for taking time out of their busy schedules and jobs to be with GRRIN. Check this page again for updates!
NAIL TRIMS by the Extra Terrestrial with Victoria Thomas
HYDRODOG OLIVER – Glam it up for Gold Rush! All proceeds to to GRRIN!
DOGGURT – Omaha’s healthy, frozen dog treat
NATURE DOG – the original all-natural pet store
N-Balance Small Animal Chiropractic and Nutrition with Dr. Michele Eckerman and Suki Myers
Caricaturist – Kirk Kunzel joins us again this year! Have a caricature made of your dog for a suggested donation of $10 per dog. Dog caricatures only, please. Kirk’s Works is donating all of the proceeds to GRRIN!
Bumblebee Collars & More – Hand made collars and leashes for your pets to help spice up their lives
The Foster Kitten Project – cat products only, no cats or kittens will be attending
Dr. Cris Macke, LPT – Macke Institute of Canine Therapy
Jax & Josie’s Smoked Jerky Dog Treats
Pawfect Choice Dog Grooming, Daycare, Boarding
Roving Photographer – Michael Ryan, UNL Media Arts student
Emcees Kathy Glenn and Curt Bright from The String Beans
From NHS:
We’re back — and we’re ready to leash up the dogs and get walking! Join us on Sunday, September 24, 2023 for the 34th annual Margre Durham Walk & Dog Fest!
Who’s ready to get out and Walk? We are! (And a huge shout out to everyone who supported us in 2022. You were there for the homeless animals and we appreciate all your fundraising efforts!)
We can’t wait to see all your faces (human and furry) back in the meadow on the NHS campus, starting at 11 a.m. on Sept. 24, 2023. There will be Vendor Village, Rescue Groups, Silent Auction, Beer Garden, Adoption Parade, Great Food, Entertainment and, of course, the Walk down the Keystone Trail. Every single part of this is dog friendly!
There is nothing like being around so many people who love animals as much as you do. Help us make the 2023 Walk for the Animals an event to remember for the homeless animals! Check it out right here.
Join other Golden Retriever fans in Little Bohemia’s Omaha Dog Bar on August 13.
From Omaha Dog Bar:
Event link for June 17: https://www.facebook.com/events/664923362140540/664923372140539/
Event link for August 13: https://www.facebook.com/events/664923362140540/664923372140539?event_time_id=664923375473872
