Adopting is one of the best things you can do.
To adopt or inquire about a Goldie from RGRV, you must first complete our application form. Click below to fill in and submit the form.
Please note: Upon successful pairing with one of the dogs in our care, there is an adoption fee for RGRV Golden Retrievers that starts at $800.
Adoption Process
RGRV invests significant time getting to know our Goldies to ensure a perfect match between each dog’s needs and their new home. Ensuring the future wellbeing of both the dog and the new owner is our priority, and a good fit between the dog and the adopter is essential.
Minimum criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for adoption:
Age restrictions: we do not place dogs in homes with children under the age of 10 years. This policy is strict due to the generally unknown history of our dogs, aiming to minimise potential risks.
Home requirements: your residence must have a securely enclosed outdoor area, with fencing and gates at least 1.5 metres high.
Yard size: typically, we do not place dogs in homes with small yards (less than the size of a double car garage), unless the dog is elderly and less space is suitable.
Housing type: we do not place dogs in apartment blocks, as our dogs generally require more space and a specific living environment.
Shelter: your yard must include a covered structural shelter, such as a covered verandah, entertainment area or open garage. A kennel or dog house does not provide adequate shelter.
Application process: the adoption questionnaire must be completed by the person(s) who will be named as the new owner(s). We cannot accept questionnaires completed on behalf of someone else, including family members.
Available for Adoption
We always have Goldies in our care, that may not be listed on our website – many of whom are receiving veterinary treatment, behavioural support, or rest they need before they are ready for adoption.
If you don’t see a match on our website right now, please still fill in an adoption application form as your ideal companion may already be with us, just not yet ready to be listed.
**On three week trial**
Layla loves to run, splash in puddles, and roll in the mud – but she’s not a fan of baths.
After a good walk, she loves nothing more than a big snuggle and a nice long snooze with her humans.
**On three week trial**
Emmy just turned ONE and she is looking for a family who loves an active, clever girl like her.
She is still learning not to jump up and to keep her teeth away from clothes and hands – but she is a very good girl who just needs the right guidance to be the best big girl she can be.
Maverick is a whole lotta love wrapped up in one very handsome, very smoochy Goldie package.
He is almost three years old and is the best office supervisor around. If you work from home or are retired — then he’s your guy!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Prioritising Dog Needs: at RGRV, the welfare of our dogs is our top priority. This means that even if your application is approved, there may be a waiting period before a suitable dog becomes available. Your application will be placed on a waitlist during this time.
Waitlist Confirmation: you are required to confirm your continued interest in adopting every three months by emailing info@rgrv.org.au. Failure to confirm within this period will result in removal from the waitlist.
Adoption Fee: if you are successfully chosen to be paired with one of the Goldie’s in our care, there will be a minimum fee of $800 to adopt them. This fee helps us cover essential expenses such as health checks, desexing, vaccinations, flea and worm control, food, transport etc. Your contribution through the adoption fee directly supports the care and well-being of the dogs.
As RGRV is a charity run by unpaid volunteers, we ask for your patience as it may take time to respond to your application.