Events
 See our events calendar here.

Current Scheduled Events:


Bark in the Park - Fredericksburg Nationals
Wednesday June 5th, 2024 6:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Fredericksburg Nationals Stadium
Map: 42 Jackie Robinson Way Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

Do you like baseball?  Obviously you like dogs!  We have been picked by St. Francis Animal Hospital as their spring charity at the Fredericksburg Nationals Bark in the Park!  A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to VGSR.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission.  Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer.  We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!

The following foster dogs will be attending:  Francisca 6332,  Harlem 6610, Honey 6781,  Indiana 6331,  and  Sellen 6787




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday June 8th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!  

The Following foster dogs will be attending:  Francisca 6332, Harlem 6610, Indiana 6331, Shelby 6135, and Zoey 6668.

 




VGSR Rescue Event - Potomac Yards
Saturday June 15th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Potomac Yard
Map: 3351 Richmond Highway Alexandria VA 22305
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to meet some of our dogs and learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

​We are normally located directly in the back of the store.




VGSR Rescue Event - Newport News
Saturday June 22nd, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Newport News
Map: 12142 Jefferson Ave. Newport News VA 23602

We would love it if you could stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Foster dogs attending:  Dutch 6783 (tentative);  Luna 6791; Sadie 4817; Winston 6795; Magen 6409

    

 



CANCELED - VGSR Rescue Event - Chantilly
Sunday July 7th, 2024 11:00 AM until 11:00 PM
Location: PetSmart Chantilly
Map: 13866 Metrotech Drive Chantilly VA 20151
See all of the animals attending this event.

This event has been canceled for the month of July.  We hope to see you in August!  Have a great month!




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday July 13th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!

The following foster dogs will be attending:   Bane 6755  Harley 6682Harlem 6610 Jasper 6647, Kane 6680 Koda 6797 Molly 6697, and  Samantha 6696.

Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our other foster dogs may be attending.




VGSR Rescue Event - Potomac Yards
Sunday July 21st, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Potomac Yard
Map: 3351 Richmond Highway Alexandria VA 22305
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to meet some of our dogs and learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

​We are normally located directly in the back of the store.




CANCELED Henrico Dog Days of Summer
Saturday August 3rd, 2024 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Location: Meadow Farm Museum at Crump Park
Map: 3400 Mountain Road Glen Allen VA 23060
See all of the animals attending this event.

VGSR is canceling our attendance at this event due to the predicted weather conditions. We hope you'll consider coming to our August event at the PetSmart in Central Park instead.
 

VGSR has been invited to participate in Henrico Recreation & Parks’ first annual Dog Days of Summer.    There will be pup-centered activities for dogs and their humans, and at 8:30 pm there will be a special pet-themed outdoor movie.  Entry is free and food will be available for purchase.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!

The following foster dogs will be attending:   Bane 6755Harley 6904Molly 6697Samantha 6696Willa 6378 Zoey 6668.

Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our other foster dogs may be attending.

 

 




VGSR Rescue Event-Chantilly
Sunday August 4th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart Chantilly
Map: 13866 Metrotech Drive Chantilly VA 20151
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

If we are not outside in front of the store, we will be in the back of the store in a room on the right.

Scheduled to attend:

Zoey 6668

Harley 6904

Koda 6797

Loli 6792

Molly 6697

Samantha 6696

 




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday August 10th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!

The following foster dogs will be attending:   Dewalt 6809 Harlem 6610 Indie 6683 Jasmine 6382 (11:30 - 2:00), Magen 6409Molly 6697Suzie 6818 (11:00 - 1:00), and Willa 6378.

Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our other foster dogs may be attending.




VGSR Rescue Event - Potomac Yards
Saturday August 17th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Potomac Yard
Map: 3351 Richmond Highway Alexandria VA 22305
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to meet some of our dogs and learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

​We are normally located directly in the back of the store.




VGSR Rescue Event-Chantilly
Sunday September 1st, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart Chantilly
Map: 13866 Metrotech Drive Chantilly VA 20151
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

If we are not outside in front of the store, we will be in the back of the store in a room on the right.

Scheduled to attend:

Cooper 6723

Max 6912

Roscoe 6911

Shauri 6351 eta 12:00

 




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday September 14th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!
 

The following foster dogs will be attending:  Astrid  6497 Dewalt 6809 Fritz 6908 Harlem 6610 Max 6912 Mika 6916  Minnie 6837Shauri 6351, and  Tamara 6919




16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Friday September 20th, 2024 11:00 AM until 07:00 PM
Location: Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club (540) 631-9661
Map: 456 Shadows Drive Front Royal VA 22630

We are thrilled to announce the SIXTEENTH Annual Golf Tournament and Auction to benefit Virginia German Shepherd Rescue! Just like fine wine, our annual tournament only grows better with age! How can you help make this event better? By signing up as a player, a sponsor, a donor, or all of the above! Please consider joining us to make this very worthy cause a great success. This year's event marks our 23rd anniversary. Your continued support will help us to see another 23 years of finding good homes for good dogs.

 

If you are familiar with our work, you already know that VGSR is one of the few rescues in the area that helps elderly dogs and dogs with special needs or medical issues. Often, we are their only hope and it is only with your generosity and support that we can continue to assist so many dogs that need our help.

 

VGSR is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization run entirely by volunteers. One hundred percent of our funding comes from donations and fundraising efforts like the annual golf tournament. We depend on this event to help us pay for spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, medical exams, heartworm testing and treatment, and many other medical treatments that may be required. By joining us at the tournament, you will have the opportunity to meet some of the wonderful dogs VGSR has saved with your help. 

 

Sponsors with signs on the course promote their businesses while giving back to the community they serve. In turn, this provides an advantage in marketing to a wide customer base. Individual sponsors have the opportunity to pay tribute to special friends and family (canines included) who have brought love and joy to their lives. 

 

If you are a previous sponsor/player/donor, thank you so very much for contributing to our rescue mission. Not familiar with the work of VGSR? Then please visit our website at www.vgsr.org. One look into the soulful eyes of the dogs on the website says it all!! You can contact us at golf@vgsr.org or call 703-435-2840 for additional information, or better yet, to sign up to help!

 

Thanks so much for your consideration and we hope to see you on September 20th at Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Course!   Register Today!



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VGSR Rescue Event - Potomac Yards
Saturday September 21st, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Potomac Yard
Map: 3351 Richmond Highway Alexandria VA 22305
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to meet some of our dogs and learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

​We are normally located directly in the back of the store.




VGSR Rescue Event-Chantilly
Sunday October 6th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart Chantilly
Map: 13866 Metrotech Drive Chantilly VA 20151
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

If we are not outside in front of the store, we will be in the back of the store in a room on the right.

Scheduled to attend:

Troop 6918

Mika 6916

Gunnar 6921




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday October 12th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!

The following foster dogs will be attending: Harlem 6610, Gunnar 6921, JJ 6913, Summer 6917.  We may have a few surprise fosters show up as well!

Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our other foster dogs may be attending.




Fredericksburg Pet Palooza
Saturday October 19th, 2024 9:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Fredericksburg Convention Center
Map: 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We are participating in the Fredericksburg Pet Palooza again this year!

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!

The following foster dogs will be attending:  Bella Grace 6932, Dracula 6848, Gunnar 6921, Harlem 6610 (will arrive early afternoon), and JJ 6913.




VGSR Rescue Event - Potomac Yards
Saturday October 19th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Potomac Yard
Map: 3351 Richmond Highway Alexandria VA 22305
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to meet some of our dogs and learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

​We are normally located directly in the back of the store.




Fredericksburg Pet Palooza
Sunday October 20th, 2024 9:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Fredericksburg Convention Center
Map: 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We are participating in the Fredericksburg Pet Palooza again this year!

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! 

The following foster dogs will be attending:  Bella Grace 6932, Gunnar 6921, Harlem 6610, Indie 6683, Juno 6930, Silas 6850 (10:00 - 2:00), and Summer 6917 (10:00 - 2:00).

 




Halloween Bark Bash @ One Loudoun
Saturday October 26th, 2024 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: One Loudoun - Ashburn
Map: Ashburn VA 20147
See all of the animals attending this event.


Fredericksburg SPCA Animal Rescue Festival
Saturday November 2nd, 2024 9:30 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Hurkamp Park
Map: 500 William Street Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We are participating in the Fredericksburg SPCA Animal Rescue Festival again this year!

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! 

The following foster dogs will be attending:  Bella Grace 6932 Goober 6938 Gunnar 6921 Harlem 6610 Kona 6936.




VGSR Rescue Event-Chantilly
Sunday November 3rd, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart Chantilly
Map: 13866 Metrotech Drive Chantilly VA 20151
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

If we are not outside in front of the store, we will be in the back of the store in a room on the right.

Scheduled to attend:

London 6851 (11:30 to 1:30)

Harley 6852

Kona 6936

Goober 6938

Bella Grace 6932

Gunnar 6921

Logan 6940

 

 

 




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday November 9th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs!

The following foster dogs will be attending:  Duke 6936, Gunnar 6921, Harlem 6610, Kaiser 6941Sadie 6853 Shauri 6351 Silas 6850, and  Widdle 6395.

Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our other foster dogs may be attending.


VGSR Rescue Event - Potomac Yards
Saturday November 16th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Potomac Yard
Map: 3351 Richmond Highway Alexandria VA 22305
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to meet some of our dogs and learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

​We are normally located directly in the back of the store.




VGSR Rescue Event-Chantilly
Sunday December 1st, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart Chantilly
Map: 13866 Metrotech Drive Chantilly VA 20151
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

If we are not outside in front of the store, we will be in the back of the store in a room on the right.

Scheduled to attend:

 




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday December 14th, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.


VGSR Rescue Event - Potomac Yards
Saturday December 21st, 2024 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Potomac Yard
Map: 3351 Richmond Highway Alexandria VA 22305
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to meet some of our dogs and learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs.  Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.

​We are normally located directly in the back of the store.




VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday January 11th, 2025 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.


VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday February 8th, 2025 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.


VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday March 8th, 2025 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.


VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday April 12th, 2025 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.


VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday May 10th, 2025 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.


VGSR Rescue Event - Fredericksburg
Saturday June 14th, 2025 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart - Central Park, Fredericksburg
Map: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway Fredericksburg VA 22401
See all of the animals attending this event.

We would love it if you would stop by for a visit to learn about VGSR and our mission. Our volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the Rescue, and what it means to volunteer. We would love to share with you the many ways you can help support our great dogs. Not to mention, our dogs always love ear scritches and belly rubs! Please check back closer to the event day to see which of our foster dogs may be attending.