Forever Friends

Gus 06-212

We honor our furry forever friends who have gone on to the Rainbow Bridge and who eagerly await us there. Your tribute on our Forever Friends page will memorialize a beloved pet, and at the same time help rescued Golden Retrievers in need of medical care and new loving homes. We are happy to post tributes to dogs, cats, and other critters. A minimum donation of $50 is requested. The inspiration for GRREAT’s Forever Friends is Gus (06-212), who sadly passed away at the age of five. He came to GRREAT in November 2006 and was adopted by his forever family the following month. Very suddenly, and tragically, Gus passed away four months later. He is fondly remembered as our first Forever Friend. To add your pet to our Forever Friends Tribute Page, please visit the submission form here.

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GRREAT's Forever Friends

Posted on
10-07-2026

Semper

In memory of Semper. May every dog helped by this gift carry forward a little piece of the enormous love she brought into the world. Sending all my love to Semper’s family.

Posted on
09-29-2026

Cheddar (22-037)

Cheddar was an example of resilience and trust. He had a trademark smile and loved snuggles. Despite being blind, he was joyful and fearless. He was my beloved boy.

– Ann Heisenfelt

Posted on
09-27-2026

Cheddar (Cheddar 22-037)

We love you, and we’ll miss you big Cheese. Thanks for sharing this sweet boy with us over the years and being the best mom he could have ever imagined.