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ABOUT GPA/MD GPA/MD, Inc. is an all volunteer organization founded in 1985 by Betty Rosen and dedicated to finding responsible, loving homes for retired greyhounds and younger dogs that can`t make the grade at various tracks throughout the country--resulting in an early retirement. GPA/MD`s goal is to let people know what excellent and loving pets these gentle, retired racers make. ABOUT GPA/MD GREYHOUNDS Greyhounds adopted through the GPA program usually range from two to five years of age (some younger and some older). The life expectancy of an ex-racer is twelve or more years. Retired racers are very intelligent, adaptable dogs who fit easily into their new home environment following a brief adjustment period. They are eager to please and respond positively to any attention given given them; they become quickly attached to their new families. The majority of retired track greyhounds are quiet, clean, good-natured and gentle dogs that adapt and get along with children and with other animals. They do not require a great deal of space, and are usually quite content to curl up in a corner on a soft dog bed. A greyhound requires about the same amount of exercise as any dog their size. They should be walked, on a leash, a moderate distance three or four times a day unless there is a fenced yard. You and the dog will develop a pattern that is satisfactory. They make superb jogging companions, as long as they are kept on a leash. Greyhounds stand between 26 and 29 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh between 50 and 80 lbs. depending on sex. They come in many colors: black, white, several shades of brin dle, fawn, blue, red or a combination of these colors. TO ADOPT A GREYHOUND Please download our information sheet and application(These files require the Adobe Acrobat Reader. Don't have it? Download it for free from Adobe!) For information or an application you may either call or e-mail one of these GPA/MD, Inc. Representatives:
EVENTS Monthly Meet and Greets:1st Saturday of the Month:
2nd Saturday of the Month:
3rd Saturday of the Month:
4th Saturday of the Month:
Additional Meet & Greets:
For other events, please contact Roberta Dolos
> for more information - 301-216-2210 or email her at jdolos@msn.com. Greyhound Pets of America/Md., Inc. 12th. Annual Greyhound Reunion Sunday - May 19, 2002 from 10 am to 3 pm at Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville, Md. Open to the public. Please call 410-744-4542 for more information or directions. CONTRIBUTIONS There is a $195.00 adoption fee for all GPA/MD, Inc. greyhounds. Some of the services the fee my help to defray are transportation, boarding, and veterinarian services (all greyhounds receive e xamination, shots, fecal check, bath, flea & tick dip and are heart worm negative when placed with their new owners.) All greyhounds have been spayed or neutered prior to adoption. A care booklet and a nylon safety collar and a six foot lead is provided. GPA greyhounds are transported from various locations a nd sources. GPA/MD, Inc. assigns a representative to assist you in acclimating your new greyhound. HOW ELSE CAN YOU HELP? If you are unable to adopt a dog, you can still help by making a donation to help us cover medical, boarding and food expenses, etc. Please make checks payable to Greyhound Pets of America / MD, Inc. and mail to GPA/MD, Inc., P.O. Box 42103, Baltimore, MD 21284-2103 and remember...tell your friends about GPA.
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