Whenever we get a Golden Retriever at the rescue I volunteer for, people go crazy. The dog instantly has more applications than we can handle. It’s wonderful that these dogs find homes so quickly, but it can be disappointing for people if they don’t get to adopt the dog. Golden Retrievers are one of the most popular breeds, so even though they end up at shelters and rescues just like any other breed, they don’t stay there long. This can make rescuing Golden Retrievers difficu