Posts by Gigi Mazur

Our biggest fundraiser for the entire year is almost here. We are having a fall gala because we are running short on our fundraising so far this year. We have lots of goldens who need us to help with medical issues, behavioral issues and simply help them start their life over. Many have not been…

I’m sure all of you have read the book, “The Art of Racing in the Rain.” It was a fabulous book and if the cast is any reflection on the movie it will be a blockbuster. The dog is gorgeous and the male cast is for all ages I guess. . . . View full…

Hi all.  Please check out our website for some new things:Save the date for our next golden gala.  Please remember this is our major fundraiser that we need to raise lots of money so we never have to worry about if we can save a golden anywhere in the world.  I have never wanted to…

I’ve thought a lot about the golden retriever breed lately – maybe because I now share my life with three goldens:  Redford (1), Annie (4) and Ben (7).  In the last few years I have lost six of my beloved goldens – Buckley (8), Abby (9), Logan (12), Trooper (14), Finn (15) and Holden Golden…

It was a short retirement because Palma Young, who has been with AGAfor nearly 15 years and has held almost every position in the organization,came back to serve as Vice President, Dog Operations and I will focusonly on the business side.  Speaking of business, I am happy to announcetwo new board members:  . . .…

My message this month is bittersweet for me. First, I want to wish all of you a very happy New Year and tell you how grateful I am for your friendship and support over the last 15 years. I heard from so many of you over the holidays and most of you said to me…

I am often asked “what makes AGA different from other rescues?”  That’s easy for me to answer, first and foremost, it’s our volunteers – their integrity, passion and loyalty to our mission – and it’s the quality of our dogs and frankly our dogs are a reflection of our volunteers and the hands on care they give…