In 2010, three women with a shared vision for a new foster-based golden retriever rescue in East Tennessee founded Adopt a Golden Knoxville (AGK).  The purpose of AGK is to help homeless golden retrievers, build relationships, and educate the public on responsible dog ownership. These women recruited donors and a small group of volunteers, created a logo and website, reached out to shelters and owners, and AGK was born. Hank, the first golden retriever saved by AGK, came into the rescue in late 2010.

From those modest beginnings, AGK has . . .

• Saved over 1400 Golden Retrievers, Golden mixes, Labs and other retriever breeds.
• Rescued 25 orphan golden retrievers from Turkey.
• Rehomed many golden retrievers from puppy mills in Tennessee and other states.
• Built relationships with shelters, other rescue groups, owners, volunteers, adopters, and veterinary partners.
• Raised funds while strengthening donor and grant support.
• Embraced opportunities to educate the public on responsible pet ownership.

Our journey continues to meet the needs of homeless golden retrievers.  Please join us on this journey by adopting or by supporting our mission.