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Simba is raising money for Parade Your Pooch Walk 2016


Fundraising Amount=$452.50 ; Goal=$1,500.00
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Proud Sponsors of Parade Your Pooch

  • Joe & Susan Lunn
  • Montenegro Paper
  • Cindy Pakenas
  • Partners and Paws Veterinary Services
  • Gary S. Todd, D.D.S., L.L.C.
  • Barbara Murray
  • Taylor Plumbing, Inc.

Hi! I’m Simba, a sweet, seven year old Golden Retriever, who has been in constant pain for most of my life.

When As Good as Gold saved me, I was diagnosed with severe hip dysplasia, a nasty infection in both ears, and skin infections. No wonder I was in so much pain!  When my two back legs began to collapse under me, the doctor said hip surgery was needed.

Being a golden I’m determined to maintain my sweet, friendly personality. I'm very affectionate and love cuddles from humans. But As Good as Gold understood that a lifetime of drugs and injections was no way to live.  So on July 20 I had surgery on my right hip and the outlook looks good.  But that’s not the end.  In the near future, I will also have surgery on my left hip.

As Good as Gold never hesitated to help when I was suffering, but can you imagine how much my medical care costs?  My first hip surgery cost $2,800, the next surgery will add another $2,800, and that doesn’t include the $300 to treat everything else.  That’s a lot of money.

Please help As Good as Gold to help me.  Join the Parade your Pooch Walk on September 25.  By donating and/or walking a mile and half, you, your friends and your family will give me the chance to walk the rest of my life – and get those cuddles I love so much!


In 2015, As Good as Gold spent more than $252,890 on veterinary care, shelter fees, and canine supplies such as collars, leashes and food. And, in 2016, $257,000 is budgeted for program services including veterinary care, canine supplies, and public education! As Good as Gold relies on the generosity and support of the general public for funding and receives no government or United Way funding. Your contribution can and will make a difference in the lives of rescued goldens.
 

Get your walking shoes on and come join AGaG at our 2nd annual, all breed fun walk. A morning of fun for the whole family!

WHEN: Sunday, September 25, 2016 starting at 8:30 a.m.

WHERE: Busse Woods, Grove 27 in Elk Grove Village.

HOW TO SIGN UP: Click Here

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The 1.5 mile walk begins at 9:30 AM, followed by family activities and refreshments and our annual AGaG Rescue Reunion Picnic beginning at 11 a.m.!  Oh BTW, don't forget to bring your pooch!

Donors and Comments

Richard Geyser  gave $50.00 9/14/2016
"Stay strong and loving Simba. My first Golden, Kona, had two surgeries just like you. She also had severe allergies (including to me - human dander) as well as epilepsy and still lived an amazing 12 very happy years. She loved all and I still miss her to this day. You've got a lot of really good life ahead. Can't wait to hear you're getting better and better."
Alice J Abraham  gave  9/1/2016
Ellen Tyrell  gave  8/29/2016
"Such an amazing dog!"
Susan Lunn  gave $50.00 8/24/2016

About Us

As Good as Gold – Golden Retriever Rescue of Illinois is a membership-based, volunteer-supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

 

Our Mission

As Good as Gold – Golden Retriever Rescue of Illinois is dedicated to the rescue, care and adoption of Golden Retrievers and golden mixes who are in need. In addition, As Good as Gold educates Golden Retriever guardians and the general public about the importance of spaying/neutering, positive training methods, diet and exercise, appropriate medical treatment and humane care.

 

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