Irish Retriever Rescue is a UK based registered charity which was set up in 2004 as a UK non-profit based organisation to provide a commitment to safeguarding the futures of abused, abandoned, neglected or simply unwanted Golden Retrievers.
In 2013 IRR became a fully recognised UK based registered charity. 

Foster wanted

New Fosterers Needed

We are very short of available fosterers which sadly means that we have had to refuse some dogs that we have been asked to help. Fostering is such a rewarding experience and if you could help out, even if it’s ...
Tales From Rainbow Bridge

Tales from Rainbow Bridge

IRR supporter, Ian O’Neill (and Friends) have published Tales from Rainbow Bridge. “Every dog owner has experienced the heartbreak of losing their precious dogs. That moment never gets any easier no matter how many dogs you’ve owned. Tales from Rainbow Bridge ...

DOGS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Please click on individual dogs to see their full profile. 
We welcome applications for our rescue dogs you think you may be able to offer a home to.

All our rescue dogs can also be seen on our Facebook page, IRR Dogs for Adoption

Fred is a fairly complex boy and does have very specific needs but we’re confident that finding him the perfect Read more

Our goal is to find the perfect home for each of our dogs so they can live the remainder of their lives in a wonderful, loving environment where their individual needs are met. Read more
Due to their trusting nature, Golden Retrievers who fall in the wrong hands are easily abused. Please consider donating to help us continue rescuing these beautiful dogs. Read more
Irish Retriever Rescue works hard to ensure that every rescued dog is kept in a loving foster home for the first short period of its freedom. Read more

DOGS COMING SOON

Dogs Under Assessment in the UK

These dogs are currently being assessed in our UK foster homes and are not yet available for adoption.

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Dogs Preparing for Travel

As these dogs have only just come into rescue, no information is available yet. Please check back later.

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A UK based registered charity, IRR currently re-homes over 100 Golden Retrievers each year. Read more
Read about some of our successful adoptions. Read more

OTHER WAYS TO HELP

As a UK based Registered Charity IRR receives no funding or grants and relies on donations and fundraising to make up the 100% yearly shortfall from income generated by adoption fees. Read more
Order IRR branded Merchandise Read more
You can help IRR by donating your used postage stamps. Read more

As a UK based Registered Charity Irish Retriever Rescue receives no funding or grants and as such rely on donations and fundraising to make up the 100% yearly shortfall from income generated by adoption fees. 

We are run by volunteers who take no wages or renumeration for work or time given to helping dogs in need.

Helping us to help the Goldens

FUNDRAISING

Could you help us by fundraising in some way? There are many ways you can help us raise vital funds.


Events

These could be anything from a sponsored event such as a walk around your local park to challenging yourself to complete something you have never achieved before. Or maybe a garden event for family & friends.

Whatever the event, whatever the amount raised we are extremely grateful for your help.  Contact Jackie at for permissions and information about setting up your own event.

Just Giving logo

Irish Retriever Rescue is registered with Just Giving so you can link your own Just Giving page to IRR and the monies raised will come directly to us, allowing you more time to concentrate on your event.

Don’t forget any donations are eligible for Gift Aid if your supporters are a UK tax payer. IRR can claim Gift Aid on any donations made by a UK tax payer, even for the last 4 years. This is worth an extra 25p on every £1 donated to us!


Paddy Pounds Monthly Lottery

IRR run a monthly private lottery for members. This is an important fundraiser for us plus a wonderful surprise for you if you win. 30% of each months ticket sales is shared between 3 lucky winners.

For £5 a month, you have a chance to win a monetary prize and in doing so, are helping Goldens to a happy future. 

To join the Paddy Pounds Lottery, join us in our friendly FaceBook chat group and ask for details.


Facebook Auction Group

IRR run an online auction –IRR Auction-Raising money to save lives and help us raise much-needed funds.

If you would like to join us to either bid or donate items, please request to join our friendly Facebook group and one of our admins will be able to help you.



Easy Fundraising

An easy method of fundraising for IRR is by signing up for Easyfundraising.org.uk. They partner with many everyday shopping outlets who donate a percentage of your spend with them to IRR every time you shop online after signing in to your Easy Fundraising account.

There are over 4,063 retailers taking part, including eBay, Amazon and Sainsbury’s.


Recycling Used Stamps & Ink Cartridges

Rather than throw away used stamps each time you receive a letter or parcel, these could be saved and sent to us to convert into much-needed cash. Why not ask your family, friends and work colleagues to save them for you too! We also accept foreign coins and notes you no longer require.

Once you have saved enough to send in an envelope or parcel please send to:

Yvette Jones , Canine Capers, Unit 3 Apex Business Park, Walsall Road, Norton Canes, Staffs. WS11 9PU

and we will do the rest to convert them into cash for IRR.

We have partnered with recycling company Recycle4Charity for a fundraising initiative that recycles printer cartridges. Irish Retriever Rescue will receive cash in exchange for them.

Recycle4Charity is a free and easy to use inkjet recycling programme, that helps its thousands of members raise funds for charity and non-profit organisations.

The link below will take you directly to the Irish Retriever Rescue link.

All you have to do is register and follow the instructions.


Thank you for considering donating or fundraising. Your generosity will help us to continue improve the lives of many dogs! 

We have a limited amount of IRR branded items held in stock which can be ordered directly by completing your details below and than paying either by PayPal or direct bank transfer. 

Periodically we also have limited edition items that will be advertised on the website and our Facebook page IRR Pictures & Chat, so please keep checking back.

Car sticker

Car Sticker
£3.50 each including UK p&p

Bandana

Bandana
£6.50 including UK p&p

Air Freshener

Air Freshener
£3.50 for 2 or £5 including UK p&p

Merchandise Order Form

Payment Instructions

Once you have submitted your order form, please pay using the method as indicated on your form. Both methods are quick and simple and free of charges. Please reference payments as ‘Merchandise’. We will match your order to your payment and send it to you as soon as possible.

or via Bank Transfer

Lloyds Bank
A/c name: Irish Retriever Rescue
A/c number: 27769160
Sort Code: 30-99-29

Thank you for your support.

Rather than throw away used stamps each time you receive a letter or parcel, these could be saved and sent to us to convert into much-needed cash. Why not ask your family, friends and work colleagues to save them for you too! We also accept foreign coins and notes you no longer require. 

Once you have saved enough to send in an envelope or parcel please send to:

Yvette Jones , Canine Capers, Unit 3 Apex Business Park, Walsall Road, Norton Canes, Staffs. WS11 9PU 

and we will do the rest to convert them into cash for IRR.

We have partnered with recycling company Recycle4Charity for a fundraising initiative that recycles printer cartridges. Irish Retriever Rescue will receive cash in exchange for them. 

Recycle4Charity is a free and easy to use inkjet recycling programme, that helps its thousands of members raise funds for charity and non-profit organisations.

All you have to do is register and follow the instructions.