grreat times fall 2014

Fall 2014

The Neptune Festival Virginia Craft Beer FestivalAnnual Membership Picnic Adopting a Dream Dog

23Presidents Message

4Adoptions

6Sumners Summaries

7Virginia Craft Beer Festival

8Annual Membership Picnic

10Adopting A Dream Dog

12Homecoming

14Miss Hailey and the New World

16The Neptune Festival

18Golf for Goldens Raffle

20Rainbow Bridge

21In Loving Memory of Abby Witcher

22Contributions

[email protected]

Submitting Stories and PhotosWe have decided to make homecoming a feature in each newsletter to feature dogs that have been adopted from us over the years. Send us a picture (identify everyone in it, please) with your dogs name, when you adopted it, your name and a few words or more about your dog. Full length stories are welcomed, too!

When you submit your pictures for publication in print, please submit an original digital image of no less than 300 dpi. If you arent sure of the dpi, send the original and well check the pos-sibility for use. We can make pictures smaller but we can not make them larger. Dont worry about the file size; if you can send it, we can receive it. If you cant send it, let us know. Well show you a way that it can be sent.

Email to: [email protected]

GRREAT Times is a quarterly publication of SEVA GRREAT, Inc., an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to finding homes for homeless Golden Retrievers.

For more information, call our Hotline at 757-827-8561 or visit our web site at www.sevagrreat.org.

To contact the newsletter editor with suggestions, comments, or send materials and photos for inclusion, send an e-mail to [email protected], or write Attn.: Newsletter Editor, PO Box 8014, Yorktown, VA 23693.

SEVA GRREAT disclaims all responsibility for omissions or errors.

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On The COver: This issues cover highlights Max, who has come so far and can be so proud of his accomplishments. See his story on page 6.

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Presidents Message

Fall: A Time for Thanks

Announcing vB Dog Day Afternoon SEVA GRREAT is excited to introduce and partner with VB Dog Day Afternoon, dedicated to raising funds for hard-working rescues. Established by one of our wonderful volunteers, we are thrilled for the support and opportunity to work together with other rescues to help more animals.

The first fundraising event will take place on Sunday November 9th from 4-8pm at the Royal Courtyard, located at 329 Birchwood Park Drive in Virginia Beach. Featuring a North

Carolina catered BBQ, dancing to the tunes of Larry Williams of WFOS, live and silent auction/raffles and more, this promises to be a fun event. 100% of the proceeds will be shared with SEVA GRREAT, GO Rescue Pet Adoption, and Mastiffs to Mutts Rescue.

We need your support and participation to make it a huge success! In addition to attending the event, we are looking for merchandise, trips, event tickets and services, etc. for the auction/raffles. We also welcome event sponsors. So if you or someone you

Here we go with another change of seasons already where does the time go? Its been a great summer for our goldens, and now fall is here. Before we know it, well be celebrating the holidays and starting a new year. Speaking of that, have you seen the 2015 SEVA GRREAT calendar yet? It looks amazing. So many thanks go to Liz Sumner for producing such a beautiful calendar to help us raise funds for the rescue. Id also like to thank all of our generous calendar sponsors. Their ads offset the costs of printing the calendar, so the money from each calendar sold goes directly to the medical needs of our goldens. You will see our sponsorsads in this and upcoming editions of GRREAT Times. If you are in need of goods or services, consider visiting our calendar sponsors to thank them for supporting SEVA GRREAT. And if you dont have your calendar yet, they are available at all of our events, and will be on sale through the website soon.

Fall is shaping up to be a very busy season for our goldens and volunteers. We had an awesome weekend at Neptune Festival in Virginia Beach, and have many more events/fundraisers scheduled. You can find upcoming events in the Mark Your Calendar section

know may be able to contribute, please contact [email protected] or (757)377-5660.Tickets to the event are only $25 each.

Reserved seating is available. More information and updates will be available on the facebook page VB Dog Day afternoon https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/VB-Dog-Day-Afternoon/311309189056698.

For tickets or donated items, you may also contact Jane Krom at [email protected].

of this magazine, and more details are available on the website Events tab. Thanks as always for all you do for our goldens!!

Jane KromSEVA GRREAT President 2014

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Adoptions

Bailey

Brody

Blondie

Bella

Charlie

Boomer Lulu/Oily

Saturday, October 25Henrico Humane Society Pet Expo - Richmond, VA10:00am

Saturday, October 25Poochapalooza Howloween - Hampton, VA1:00pm

Sunday, October 26Yappy Hour at Keswick Vineyards - Keswick, VA12:00pm

Sunday, November 9VB Dog Day BBQ Dinnerand Dancing Fundraiser 4:00pm

Saturday, November 22Light Up the Town Parade - Virginia Beach 4:30pm

Check our website for updates and exact locations and times of events. adoptagolden.com

Check back a week before the event to confirm.

Mark Your Calendar

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Today I will be thankful

for all the pawprints on my floor

and the slobbery kisses on my face

and hair on my clothes.

For there will come a day

when there is far too much room in our bed

and these days will be profoundly missed.

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Winston

SandyNolaMax

Sammy

Penny

Murphy

NinaMaddy

Prince

Bailey Mike & Linda Miller

Bella Cindy & Jerry Kennett

Blondie Patricia & Samuel Morgan

Boomer Supersano/Kavaky

Brody Michael Thompson

Charlie Greg & Karyn Davis

Chloe Marguerite Garfield

Lulu/Oily Gretta Walter

Maddy Jacqueline & Justin Clark

Max Kathy Speece

Murphy Susan & Richard Burton

Nina Walter & Mary Murphy

Nola Tenille Nuckols

Penny A.J. Brandt

Prince Niznik/Gallagher

Sammy Tess & Robert ONeal

Sandy James Holden

Winston William Allum


Once he was afraid of so much; his foster had written that he seemed shy of men, and when he joined our family, he also seemed to fear trucks, motorcycles, air planes, garbage cans, loud noises, and thunder. Over the years he has been exposed to so many situations and through training has learned to trust people. Soon he showed that he adored human contact as well as canine friendship, so it was time to put him to work. Week by week he learned what he was and was not supposed to do as a therapy dog then on June 22, 2014, he put his skills to the test. With head held high and tail wagging he walked through crowds, ignored hot dogs, walked around wheel chairs and stopped to be petted by the patient in the chair, consented to be led away by a stranger, ignored screams, horns, a vacuum cleaner, and various other things meant to startle him, did a perfect sit/down/stay recall followed by a sit/down/ stay holding the position, and flawlessly heeled and reversed. He sat face to face with other dogs never making eye contact or flinching, and masterfully completed every aspect of what was asked of him. Thus on June 22,2014, Max passed the Therapy Dog International test and will soon visit those who will find that the

Sumners Summaries

Kodi teaches Canto the Chessie how to play stick.

Roxy runs with her beloved ball.

Ally peers down from the deck.

Max enjoys a stick.

By Roni Sumner

Congratulations to Max

beauty of his outer being extends deep into his soul. John and I love him and will continue to help him adjust to the dreaded thunder storms while Roxy and Ally know they have a dear friend for life. Congratulations, Max, you are indeed a good boy!

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All volunteers were decked out in bright orange tee shirts.

out & About

virginia Craft Beer Festival August 3, Williamsburg

Mike Pettinger selling raffles. Brian Thomson in the green hat.


Annual Membership Picnic Time for Great Fun & Photos

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september 13Newport News City Park

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Adopting a Dream Dog!

SOuTHEASTERN VIRGINIA GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCuE, EDuCATION & TRAINING, INC.

What do you do when you are a veterinarian that wants a Golden Retriever? Well, you contact the rescue groups, find the one with the most difficult medical problems and adopt it! In the spring we started our search for a Golden by contacting SEVA GRREAT and put in an application. One day in the course of my job as a veterinarian, I was consulting Dr. Meghan Daugherty from the VESC about a case. I mentioned to her that I was on the lookout for a Golden. She

By Patricia and Mike Morgan

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told me about Blondie and her problems as an uncontrolled diabetic. My husband and I were nervous about taking on a dog with a medical need that would require a change to our lifestyle, but we agreed to meet her and go from there. There was some concern about how she would react to our cats as she had never been around them and had a strong drive to chase anything that runs.

Well, it was love at first sight. She charmed us with her calm demeanor, her SMILE and squinty eyes. She didnt seem to mind the cats, however they were in hiding mode when she came to visit. During her first week with us, she and our black cat got acquainted as she poked her head under the bed to say hello to him. A little cat growl, a dog whine, and the sound of scuffling feet and ever since Blondie gives all cats, even those in carriers a wide berth!

We live in the country next to my parents, so Blondie has two large yards to run around in. We also have a pond on the property. One day as she was out for her walk, a large grass carp in the pond slapped his tail on the water, it frightened her so much she jumped straight up in the air!

Blondie has adjusted well to her new home and routine. Each morning she rides with me to my veterinary clinic and hangs out in the doctors office. She is a social butterfly and every morning when we arrive she has to walk around the clinic and greet all the staff. During lunch she hangs out with the staff and hopes for someone to drop food or just give her a pat on the head. On occasion, Blondie has gotten into mischief, and when scolded, she gives you the squinty eyes and forlornly look that you just cant be upset with. All in all Blondie has been a blessing to our family. She has filled the house with laughter over her playful attitude, her retriever manners such as carrying a toy around all the time, and her smile. Thanks SEVA GRREAT, Rose and Charles her foster parents for caring for Blondie for 3 years until we came along to fall in love with her! She has found her forever home!


Share your pictures and stories by sending them to [email protected]. They will be featured in coming newsletters, right here under Homecoming.

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Five year old, Bailey, is a true athlete! Basketball, tennis ball, baseball...she always has a ball with her! However, catching a football is her true passion! We are waiting for the NFL to discover her talent.

-Linda Hershey

Just thought youd like to see this happy picture of Avalanche, who we call Lance, who you rescued and sent to DVGRR where I work and adopted him. He was from a hoarder, who I hope was shut down by now, and was very fearful of people. Now hes a happy boy who loves the dog park! He still barks at strangers, but has come a long way. Thank you for rescuing him, I couldnt imagine life without him!

Murphy has found his forever home with Rick and Sue Burton.He has a pile of tennis balls, a huge back yard, and gorgeous new girlfriend named Ginger, and two humans who love him and will be with him all of time.

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Ally Sumner had surgery to remove a huge mass on her shoulder and under her tail both of which were benign. Here she is in cognito in her Comfy Cone, tee shirt, and a pair of sun glasses to add an element of chicness to the attire.

Molly Goldbach, a former SEVA GRREAT dog.

Riley Goldbach, a former SEVA GRREAT dog.


Miss hailey and the new World

My entry into the New World has proven so fortunate that I feel obligated to put paw to paper and share this new chapter in my life. Im still somewhat confounded by how something can seem scary and yet wonderful, all at the same time. Although overwhelmed at first, my feelings of nervous panic have begun to recede and be replaced by hope and curiosity. But first, a bit about myself and my journey so far. My name is Hailey. Although due to my age and delicate sensibilities, those who have helped me along the way refer to me as Miss Hailey. While I certainly appreciate the honorific, it seems a bit grand to apply to a lady such as myself. Raised in a land of borders limited by the walls of my humble pen, there was no opportunity for education or travel. What social interaction I did experience during those eleven lonely years left me fearful of life and wary of even the best intentions.

My journey began during the second week

in September when, without any notice other than saying that he was moving, my owner removed me from my pen and took me to the local SPCA shelter. Having never experienced a situation such as this, I was terrified to say the least. To make matters even worse, my coat was dirty and matted and I had a large open wound on my nosenot my best day. Fortunately, the wonderful people of the northeastern North Carolina SPCA saw past my lack of social graces and unkempt appearance. They took me in and cared for me, showing much love and kindness even after discovering that I was heartworm positive. One of their volunteers, a very nice lady named Jo Smith, seemed quite taken with me and said I was her special project. She did her best to help me feel loved and safe, and I hope she realizes how much that meant to me.

Jo was determined to find a foster home for me, so she contacted Largo Elston of SEVA GRREAT. Since the shelter was quite full and time was of the essence, Largo arranged to

have me taken into the rescues care that very next week. To make this a reality, many important arrangements had to be made. Quan Li, the Volunteer Coordinator, set up a relay of transporters to speed me on my way. First, Leslie Yawn picked me up at the shelter and drove me to the Acredale Animal Hospital where I was examined, tested and vaccinated. That same afternoon, another lady named Sean Hess took me onward to the Hampton area, where I was handed off to Judy Dyer. Judy carried me on the last leg of a long days journey to my foster home east of Williamsburg. What a trip! These wonderful volunteers should be on the Olympic relay team! And speaking of foster homes, at the same time my transportation was being planned, the rescues Foster Coordinator Katie Show got busy and found my foster home. All of these people must be angels to go to such effort for little old 42 pound me.

As you can imagine, my memories of this whirlwind journey remain fragmented and

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confused, affected greatly by my fears and uncertainties. My foster mom has helped me with the names and timeframe in order that I can recognize all of you who have made my new life possible. You went out of your way to save me, offering your time and compassion, while caring for both my physical and emotional needs. Because of your efforts I can honestly say, since I am now acquainted with the concept, I Love You. Always yours,

Hailey

Note from Foster Mom Deborah Secrist: Although still very shy and instantly ready to shift into either flight high gear or pancake mode, Hailey has enjoyed learning how to receive and give love, kiss her foster brother on the nose and then steal his toys when hes not looking, sit for treats, snuggle with the family after dinner and above all, the ecstatic joy of rolling in the grass.

p Hailey at intake to SEVA GRREAT. . . and I had a large open wound on my nose . . . not my best day.

t Hailey at her new foster home two and half weeks later.


The neptune Festival A Beautiful Day at the Beach

Brighton takes a break.

Emma, Andy and Tyler.

Brighton and RBIget new hats.

Ginger is so sweet.

Goldens drawa crowd.

Lisa and Wyatt and friend.

A huge thank you goes out to all of our volunteers and beautiful goldens that came out to Neptune Festival in Virginia Beach September 26th - 28th. The weather was beautiful, and there was always a large crowd at our booth (no one can resist goldens). While it may have looked like a day at the beach, our

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The neptune Festival A Beautiful Day at the Beach

Calli gets a kiss.

Happy and Emmett.

Easy money.

Thanks Collars for Causes!

Thank you Subaru!

Sandy in frontand Tater.

Kasey and Riley caricatures in progress.

goldens worked hard and collected lots of donations for the rescue. Special thanks also to Jerri Powell of Collars for Causes, who donated a generous portion of collar sales at the festival to SEVA GRREAT. She is an amazing lady who works tirelessly to support rescues, and we

truly appreciate her help. And one last WOOF of thanks to our friends at RK Subaru. They collected donations at their booth for SEVA GRREAT while making pet ID tags, and were also kind enough to double match what was collected. All in all, it was a GRREAT weekend!


Golf for Goldens raffleSEVA GRREAT is pleased to announce that Traditional Golf Management will be the sponsor of its first GOLF FOR GOLDENS raffle event. Traditional Golf Management has donated a round of golf for four with carts,

at each of the four courses it operates on the Virginia Peninsula. In addition to the golf, the holder of the winning raffle ticket will receive a $100 gift card at each course.The courses include Royal New Kent, Providence Forge;

Brickshire Golf Course, Providence Forge; Stonehouse, Toano; and Fords Colony Country Club, Williamsburg.

Traditional Golf Management (TGM) is an

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affiliate of Traditional Golf Properties (TGP). TGP is a Williamsburg, Virginia based owner of semi-private and private golf courses on the East Coast. TGM presently operates twenty-one clubs, or 24.5 eighteen-hole equivalents, including the facilities for TGPs account and has expended into third party management with ten properties in Connecticut, Georgia, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. TGM has developed an innovative business model that is based on creating a value proposition that is relevant to a larger segment of the golfing public and generating strong and sustainable financial performance by maximizing rounds volume and ancillary spending.

Jerry Morelli, Director of Marketing for TGP stated that TGM is pleased to be able to support the fine work of SEVA GRREAT. The Raffle winner will have an opportunity to play some of the finest golf courses on the Virginia Peninsula. We hope he or she enjoys the experience.

Jane Frye, President of SEVA GRREAT stated we are very grateful for the support of Traditional Golf management in our effort to find homes for abandoned and unwanted Goldens.

SEVA GRREAT is looking forward to a robust raffle sale. We are hopeful that our golf playing SEVA members and friends will step up and purchase more than a few raffles. A chance to play these wonderful courses should not be missed.

Raffles are available from SEVA GRREAT members or by contacting the organization at P.O.Box 8014, Yorktown, VA., 23693 or through our website www.sevagrreat.org. The drawing will be held at SEVAs Holiday Party on January 11, 2015. The winner will be able to play the courses through December 2015. Additional information about Traditional Golf Course and golf packages can be obtained at www.traditionalclubs.com. The winner need not be present at the drawing.


Shadow Tracy Schmid

Emma Sherry and Bob McElwee

FreddyIt is with a heavy heart as I write this. I lost my buddy yesterday Aug 2, 2014 to ITP. I became a foster about 6 years ago and Freddy came to us Nov of 2010. He was suppose to just be with us a short time but once here it chose not to leave. After a year of trying to find him a new home I made him mine. He was a fun lov-ing, ball chasing and frizbee catching boy. He may have been 10 years old but up until this he acted like a brand new puppy. We will miss him, he with his other family now. Linda Frey and Amanda LaFlesch

Kasey

We are heartbroken to share that our precious Kasey girl lost her battle with nasal cancer on September 20th. Our brave girl was such a trooper through 2 rounds of radiation therapy at NCSu. Through it all, she was always happy and lived life to the fullest. Next to getting treats and snuggling, swimming in the pool or at LKG was her favorite thing! In this picture, she even found a way to swim without the pool being open. We love and miss you so much Kasey, but have many happy memories.Jane and Jim Krom

BrandyBrandy was a rescue at 6 months. She was abused. She passed away on 9/17/14...exactly 11 years to the day we got her. She was loving, compasionate companion. Brandy was so intuitive to everyones needs and moods. She was so loving and understanding and comforting in times of need. She helped raise her sister Daisy, another golden who we got at 8 weeks old. Daisy is still mourning with us over the loss of Brandy. Our household will never be the same without our beloved Brandy.Terry Langdon

EmmaEmma is shown here with her good friend Andy Bernard.

ShelbyOur sweet Shelby girl left us too soon at only 5 years old. She will be so missed by so many. Thank you SEVA GRREAT for bringing her to us! The Kolbert Family

ZaniZani was our heathy 8 yr old golden who all of a sudden died on 7/31/14 at 445pm in our arms at the vets office from a unknown illness. This is Zani, our beloved golden. Cindy and John Fessler

AbbyAbby came to us through SEVA GRREAT in November 2010 at the age of three. She was so well mannered and fit in very quickly. She loved chasing squirrels and going for walks and was a constant companion who didnt know a stranger. She loved being groomed so she could wear her pretty scarf but didnt worry about her weight. That was evident when she jumped on the scale at the vet to be weighted. She loved visiting with our son and his girlfriends dogs (both Golden Retrievers), Rex and Cody and playing outside. unfortunately she inherited Golden Retriever Ichthyosis which was determined after many tests. This didnt make us love her any less and we dealt with it with her wonderful groomer. This past spring we noticed some other things that did not seem right and completed more testing only to discover thyroid problems which eventually were determined to be Cushings. After beginning treatment for Cushings we found a lump which was diagnosed as a lymphoma. We had just completed all tests for the lymphoma and were ready to consult with an oncologist to begin chemotherapy. However, Abbys health got worse with breathing and we had to see the emergency vet. We had to make one of the hardest decisions ever not to let her suffer any further and she crossed over the Rainbow Bridge the night of July 12, 2014. To all of our family and friends and any others who encountered Abby and immediately loved her as much as we did and especially to SEVA GRREAT, thank you. Abby will forever be a part of our family in our hearts and memories.Marsha and Jim Witcher

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In November 2010 we were fortunate to be able to add a wonderful addition to our family, Abby, after working with SEVA GRREAT to find a perfect match for us. Abby was born on November 3, 2007 and was three years old when we adopted her. When we first met her at her foster home we knew that she was the one for us. She quickly jumped into our car when we picked her up to come home with us and fit right into our family. until I retired at the end of December 2010, Abby would go to work with her Dad and loved greeting everyone at work. She loved riding in the car and putting her nose out the window. Once I retired she quickly got to the point where she followed me around the house and always wanted to be in the same room. She preferred to go with me when I went out but was content to stay home and never was a problem with chewing or making a mess.

Abby wasnt a counter surfer but was great at cleaning up the floor if we dropped anything while cooking. Her favorite snack was baby carrots and she loved sharing breakfast with me whether it was yogurt or hard boiled eggs. She liked to mooch but was definitely a lady when it came to eating. She had definitely been trained because she wouldnt touch her food until we told her it was okay to eat. Then she would quickly finish it up. When she wanted to go out she would sit in the den and face the kitchen until we let her out. If we ignored her, she would let us know with a bark that it was time to go out at night so that she could go to bed. Her bed was pretty much where she wanted to sleep either in the bathroom, her bed, or many times our bed. However, she wouldnt get on the bed unless we told her it was okay. So she definitely had manners.

Abbys favorite past times were going for walks and chasing the squirrels in the backyard. She would actually watch them through the door and hit the door (which had a broken latch) and run out after them. Of course, we would smack

the door to give them a running start but they did move quite fast and she never caught up except for one unfortunate time when one was hiding in the bushes at the fence. He wasnt quite so lucky. She was defending her yard and would always bark at the neighbors dogs. However, she loved it when our son and his girlfriend brought their 9 year old dog Rex (a Golden) and most recently Cody (a precocious 9 month old Golden) to visit. Rex was also a Golden Retriever and we had loved him since he was a puppy. They tried to compete for attention all the time and wanted to be the first to get attention and try to be a lap dog.

Abby was very protective whenever someone came to the door barking quite loud. But once the door was opened she would run and get one of her toys and come back expecting whomever was at the door to play with her. She was a lover. She would also come running when we came home with toys in her mouth trying to welcome us but sounding like she was growling and wiggling like a bowl full of jello. So many of us worry about our weight but evidently Abby didnt. She was a little overweight but still would run in the door and jump on the scale when she went to the vet. Then she would sit and whine and just want to go home. But she always waited patiently for her turn.

Another favorite past time of Abbys was going to the groomer. She knew as soon as she got close where she was going. She couldnt wait to get in the tub and get her bath. However, she didnt like the dryer around her ears. So she always came home somewhat damp around the ears but looking beautiful in her fancy scarfs. It always looked like she was smiling because she felt so good.

Abby was such a welcome addition to our family and such a love. As so many have learned, Golden Retrievers sometimes have

health problems that can be hereditary or are prevalent in the particular breed. After adopting Abby, we learned that she had what was called Golden Retriever Ichthyosis. We battled with this the entire time we had Abby but it did not diminish our love for her. This past spring we noticed some other things that did not seem right and completed more testing only to discover thyroid problems which eventually were determined to be Cushings. After beginning treatment for Cushings we found a lump which was diagnosed as a lymphoma. We had just completed all tests for the lymphoma and were ready to consult with an oncologist to begin chemotherapy. However, Abbys health got worse with breathing and we had to see the emergency vet. We had to make one of the hardest decisions ever not to let her suffer any further and she crossed over the Rainbow Bridge the night of July 12, 2014. Our home is too quiet now but for a short time we were so blessed and happy to have Abby with our family.

We want to say thank you to so many who loved Abby. First to SEVA GRREAT and their wonderful staff, volunteers, and foster families thank you for bringing Abby into our lives. To the doctors and staff at Strawbridge Animal Care for their loving devotion and care to Abby we are forever grateful. To Janice and Nicole Hart for their loving care of Abby whenever we needed a sitter, thank you. To Lori Sabatino and her staff for taking such good care of Abbys grooming, thank you. To the staff at Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital who took great care of Abby when she was in distress at the end, thank you. To Cherish Pet Cremation Services who took wonderful care of Abby after she passed over the Rainbow Bridge, thank you. To all of our family and friends and any others who encountered Abby and immediately loved her as much as we did, thank you. Abby will forever be a part of our family in our hearts and memories.

Marsha and Jim Witcher

In Loving Memory of Abby WitcherNovember 3, 2007 July 12, 2014

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Gracies Fund

Melissa Petrakis

Blondies Fund

Carl and Lizbeth Jackson

Dakotas Fund

Diana Lingle and Bob Pifer

Danise EliasFor all of the great things you do for our beloved Goldens and Golden mixes!

Jane FryeIn memory of Lucy, and with many thanks to Kim and Scott Beland

Cynthia WootenIn honor/memory of Jackie Stetinas mother

Scott Beland

Wallace Baldwin

John Shomier

Lori Kyle

Gail Pulley

Paul MelvinMessage:In loving memory of Cheyenne and Missy

Largo Elston

Arlene StetinaIn memory of Maria Warren

Diane Lingle & Bob PiferIn Memory of Claudia

Tracy Minnich

Adrienne Nadeau

Christopher Seger

Claire SamuelsonIn Honor of Nicki Seger

Noah Fillian

Wendy Grigg

Tina Sears

David Gelernter

Largo Elston

Dustin Crist

Ann and Andor Czompo

Ron FergusonIn memory of Rex

Susan ReynoldsIn memory of Lucy, beloved Golden Retriever of the Beland Family

Robyn and Bass BeasleyIn memory of Lucy

Edward StockIn memory of Betty Stock

Pamela LichtensteinIn memory of Maria Bolt Warren

Troy and Becky ColemanIn memory of Maria Bolt Warren

First Baptist Church, CollinsvilleIn memory of Maria Bolt Warren

Butch and Martha BrantleyIn memory of Frisco

Sharon Leeman

Debbie and Joe MorrisIn honor of Copper adopted Dec. 2012

Eileen and Josh NelsonIn honor of Bear Nelson

Angel Hayes, adopted by Jim and Ginny HayesThank you for helping my fellow Goldens

Shelby & David PattersonIn memory of Maria Bolt Warren

Paul and Sharon JonesIn memory of Maria Bolt Warren

Butch Brantley

Crystal Nolen

Clay ClemensIn memory of Abby, Corky and Rufus

Jack & Donna RoggmannIn memory of Lynn Williamson Bomerito. She was a lover of dogs and rescued many

Kim and Dave at Give. Treat. Love.This donation is from our customers who donate to our donation jar at each of our events

Kathy Speece

Ann and Andor Czompo

Jo A. Vance

Jefferson Davis Middle SchoolIn honor of Mrs. Maria Warren

Janet DobsonIn memory of Heidi Dobson

Dorothy Hanrahan

Rhonda KingIn memory of Al Chavez, brotherof Liz Wilson and dog dad of Bruce

Jack and Donna Roggmannin memory of our uncle, WilburWilliamson, life-long lover of dogs

Robin and Bass BeasleyIn honor and memory of Kasey Frye Kron

Jim and Magie Powell

Tammie SoccioIn memory of Harley

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Please have the Coordinator in the following area/areas contact me: (Check appropriate boxes)

These are listed in the order of urgent need by GRREAT.

FOSTERING A temporary home for SEVA GRREAT dogs before they are adopted.

HOME EVALuATION visits for foster/adoption applicants.

TRANSPORTATION primarily shuttling dogs and/or equipment as necessary. If you are interested in helping with transportation, can you help on:

(circle all that apply)

Weekdays Weekends Evenings

EVENTS helping to hold/show dogs at Golden Days, helping with fund raisers, etc.

PuBLICITY researching and writing stories for media release and newsletters, selling ads for the newsletter, taking photos at events, updating the web site, etc.

MERCHANDISE to man booths selling SEVA GRREAT stuff at local dog shows / fairs / festivals / etc.

Our rescue is growing! In order to continue to save more dogs every year, we are looking for volunteers who would like to become more involved with the organization. If you are interested in assisting with intake, foster coordination, Golden Days or other areas on a regular basis, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected], for more information.

Please make checks payable to: seVA GRReAT

Mail this form with your check to:

SEVA GRREATPO Box 8014Yorktown, VA 23693

ReQUIReD FoR MeMBeRsHIP:

I affirm that I have never been convicted of an animal abuse crime.

Date: __________________________________________________________________

Signature: ______________________________________________________________

SEVA GRREAT is a 501 (C)(3) organization ALL DONATIONS & DUES ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE IN THE YEAR PAID

MeMBeRsHIP, DoNATIoN & VoLUNTeeR FoRMNote: Membership is open to all persons 18 years or older.

IMPoRTANT NoTICeIf you would like to become a member, please

sign below. Otherwise, your remittance for annual membership must be considered a donation.

Its that time of year

to renew your membership

Want to Reach Dog Lovers with Your Message?Advertise in GRREAT Times Magazine and Help Our Goldens.

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President Jane Krom [email protected]

Vice President Joanne Even [email protected]

Treasurer Jim OConnell [email protected]

Secretary Nikki Seger [email protected]

Event Coordinators: [email protected] Southside: [email protected] Peninsula: Linda Thomson [email protected] Richmond: Jennifer Dauzier [email protected]

Microchip Coordinator Robyn Beasley [email protected]

Intake Coordinator Rose Bennett [email protected]

Foster Coordinator Katie Show [email protected]

Adoption Coordinator Robyn Beasley [email protected]

Membership Jacob Kay [email protected]

Volunteer Coordinator Quanzhan Li [email protected]

Board Member Largo Elston [email protected]

Merchandise Jennifer Dauzier [email protected]

Fundraising Sharon Leeman [email protected]

GRREAT Times magazine Brad Miller [email protected]

Press For

1 If you think you have found one of our Goldens based on the SEVA GRREAT tag or microchip.

2 To leave a message for the President

3 To give up a Golden Retriever or get more info on our intake process

4 For Information on Golden Days and other events.

5 To check on the status of an adoption or foster application.

6 For all other questions.

Foster Dog Medical Care

YORK VETERINARY CLINICYorktown

757-898-3700

COOKE VET MEDICAL CENTERChesapeake

757-547-9421

QuIOCCASIN VET HOSPITALRichmond

804-741-3200

ACREDALE ANIMAL HOSPITALVirginia Beach757-523-6100

ANDERSONS CORNERToano

757-566-2224

SEVA GRREATP.O. Box 8014Yorktown, Va 23693

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