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I would love to adopt a greyhound but I'm afraid my parents wouldn't go for that in a heartbeat we already have four dogs and all of them are drop offs we live in the country and people don't realize that when they just leave their dogs in the middle of no where that others find them and take them in because they feel sorry for the pooch. Greyhounds are beautiful dogs and some day I hope to have one.

sarah case
caldwell, id USA
Monday, March 31, 1997 at 12:42:53 (EST)

I am investigating adopting a greyhound or two. I would like to visit some greyhounds as I have only read about them. We have a 17 year old dachshound which probably would not get along with a new dog so we are planning for the time she will no longer be with us. I have not found any adoption agency yet around Cincinnati.

John Kues <KuesJ@aol.com>
Loveland, Oh USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 22:00:48 (EST)

we adopted a 3 yr old racer 1 tr ago that was saved by a breeder, name waterloo, fit in very well with other adoptees, rotty and mutt

guy and dorid <z1e1k1e@msn.com>
cherry hill, nj USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 21:53:46 (EST)

We're adopting a boy named Cooper in May from HemoPet. We'll be back here I'm sure for advice and questions. His sire is the well known racer, Nickelback Bingo. Any brothers and/or sisters out there?

B. Aaron & Kerene Cogan <loral@rtcgroup>
Laguna Hills, CA USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 19:42:33 (EST)

We adopted a 4 1/2 year old male, black & white greyhound last September and he is an absolute joy. He never gets off of the couch, but when he does, watch him go. ACEY is a gem and a major mooch. Our kids are always sneaking food to him behind our backs. He loves that. He has adapted well to the house (including the cats), except they don't really care for him too much. Should anyone in Ontario be interested, please contact Niagara Greyhound Adoption. They are very knowledge able and just like doting grandparents. They are always following up to make sure things are going well. Should anyone be looking for a house pet, then the Greyhound is definately the way to go. We love our ACEY Buddy.

Lisa & Paul Maybery <lmaybery@execulink.com>
London, Ont Canada
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 19:41:54 (EST)

as a 17 year member of the k-9 obedience training club of essex county, new jersey i have to say a greyhound is among the most well behaved. i hope this site helps find good homes for good dogs!!!

debzdogz <debzdogz@sprynet.com>
colonia, nj USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 18:34:44 (EST)

Nicely done, We have three greyhounds of our own and can't imagine ever having another breed.

Randy & Kathy Fergus <PoohsTao45 & Greykath>
Hilliard, OH USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 16:53:07 (EST)

I don't have any retired greys at the moment, but I am dying to adopt one. Of course, I have to get out of college and into my own home first!

Sarah E. Scragg <ss405396@oak.cats.ohiou.edu>
Athens, OH USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 16:44:45 (EST)

I have adopted 5 retired racers . . . so far. They are: Magnetic Drive (Magnet); Be Snappy (Snappy); Burn One (Sunny); Acoustic (Cutie); and Ico Style (Style). They keep me busy and laughing all the time!

Judy Sparks
Wichita, KS USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 15:51:51 (EST)

Earlier this year I asked about Asthma and Greys. Well we have Sam an 80 pound pet weight a white brindle. He sure found a home here and we love him very much. He sleeps on the bed with us at night. We have a king size bed. What we ever did without him I don.t know. Up tp this point I had Dobermans an excellent dog, but couldn,t have one because of my Asthma. If anyone in Western Mass would like info or see the days we have in foster homes let me know and I will more than gladly get back to you immediately. I'll never bee without one as long as we live. Russell Gay & Anita Gay

Russell E Gay <rgay35@gte.net>
ChicopeeMa, USA
Sunday, March 30, 1997 at 15:14:49 (EST)

Hi. Thanks for the great site! As a side note, my greyhound "Sable" disappeared from the Ottawa area last November. She is a black greyhound with white chest and paws. She is 8 years old. If anyone knows anything about her disappea rance. Please call me at (613) 692-4985. Or, email me at sarahv@achilles.net There is a reward for her return. Thanks.

Sarah Vallieres <sarahv@achilles.net>
Manotick, ON Canada
Saturday, March 29, 1997 at 14:38:24 (EST)

Hi everyone, We have just adopted a very sweet greyhound from greyhound friends. He was in a kennel with 40 other dogs that was shutting down. He raced in the new england area. The foster home he was at did a great job. He loves everyone he meets. His racing name was hot rod flyer. We just call him flyer. He has told us we should adopt another one,or be a foster home. in

The Bartholds <Beana@aol.com>
NJ USA
Friday, March 28, 1997 at 08:36:11 (EST)

what a great site, as the proud co-owner of a frisky red fawn let me just say that I love being an ambassador to my ambassa-dog.She often delights in going to adoption meet and grrets,seeing elderly people and cranking it up in the 1/2 acre fenced yard.Saving these beautiful animals is reward enough, but seeing them smile makes it all the better.

Bret D. Mellen <mellen@erols.com>
Arlington, VA USA
Friday, March 28, 1997 at 01:12:21 (EST)

Your web site is wonderful - it's all the information I needed to make an informed decision to adopt a beautiful greyhound.

Beth A. Edwards <bedwards@u.arizona.edu>
Phoenix, az USA
Wednesday, March 26, 1997 at 11:56:17 (EST)

I volunteer at a no-kill animal shelter. I love your page!! I got here from the pet link random select thing

Kathy R. <Rudzy@msn.com>
IL USA
Tuesday, March 25, 1997 at 23:02:08 (EST)

I had first heard about the progam while attending the Scottish games in Seminole county. at the time I was awaiting the building of my new home.. I have finally moved in and was trying to contact a local group, when I found this we b page. I have just printed out the listing for local Florida. Thanks

Steven Person <quietone@digital.net>
Avon Park, FL USA
Monday, March 24, 1997 at 23:59:15 (EST)

Just adopted a female named Sophie. What a great dog! We would like to know about her career, but that information wasn't available. She was found at a truck stop in Texas and has a tatoo in her ear. Is there a way to trace her hist ory? Thanks.

Wade
USA
Monday, March 24, 1997 at 22:58:51 (EST)

Our angel's name is Trinity--retired from Hinsdale, New Hampshire in May, 1996 and now living off the fat of the land--namely, us. Still, we can't help lovin that dog of ours.

dennis wolterding and kathryn zande <dennisjwolterding@writeme.com OR trinzee@juno.com>
clifton park, ny USA
Monday, March 24, 1997 at 22:31:43 (EST)

GREY HOUNDS RULE!

TERI GREGG <NONE>
COMMERCE, MI USA
Monday, March 24, 1997 at 20:28:55 (EST)

GREY HOUNDS RULE!

NORMAN DEMOINES <NONE>
COMMERCE, MI USA
Monday, March 24, 1997 at 20:27:10 (EST)

We adopted Amber 1 week ago from her foster parents, Robyn and Larry Phillips. Whe is a twoyear old fawn female and we have all bonded well. She suffers no separation anxiety from the previous six greyhounds she resided with. Despit e her short coat, she loves going for walks in the Wisconsin snow. She also loves to run on a nearby tennis court. Watching a greyhound run is one of life's pleasures. Our daughter is moving to a dog friendly apartment in a few months and plans to adopt o ne of these wonderful creatures.

Rob Wulffson <wulffson@fdldotnet.com>
Green Lake, WI USA
Monday, March 24, 1997 at 17:50:04 (EST)

I have just started the process to adopt a greyhound with Midwest Greyhound Adoption, Inc.

Vicky Radek <gumby794@aol.com>
Bensenville, IL USA
Monday, March 24, 1997 at 16:01:06 (EST)

Rob Black <RoBlack@aol.com>
Sullivan's Island, SC USA
Sunday, March 23, 1997 at 19:34:59 (EST)

We love our Greayhound! His name is Clayton "P" Genuario, and he's the best boy in our house! He is the most wonderful pet, and we encourage anyone to adopt a greyhound. Make their lives special ... He's made ours special!

Steve and Mary Genuario <Genuario@attworldnet.net>
Warwick, RI USA
Sunday, March 23, 1997 at 18:33:32 (EST)

Ever since it's inception, I've found this site to be an invaluable resource. What a thrill it is to see that there are individuals willing to invest the considerable time necessary to not only maintain, but constantly improve site s of this character and integrity. My wife and I have worked very hard to rescue and adopt about 200 greyhounds over the last three years and believe that the Internet is one of the best ways to distribute the information necessary to keep everyone "on the same page", so-to-speak. Thank you Dan for your hard work and dedication to the cause of these gentle and so deserving greys. A contented groan from Jones as well as a gentle "nit" from Jill to all.

Steve & Diane Scudder, Jones & Jill <greyhound@vanbelkum.com>
Grand Rapids, MI USA
Sunday, March 23, 1997 at 10:06:52 (EST)

My nephew has 9 greyhounds. He wanted me to see what I could find on the net about greyhounds. So here I am.

L. Kaiser <kaiserl@lindsey.portales.k12.nm.us>
Portales, nm USA
Friday, March 21, 1997 at 17:41:16 (EST)

I really like your page it is full of really cool info. I have a friend that runs a private greyhound rescue out here in Nevada she has Three greyhounds and she shows them in breed class. I have a Russian wolfhound. Her and I would like to start a feild and course club up here. If you know anything about feild and course E-me.

Jesika Westmoreland & Somerset Sterling Mill Reef <cayanne@sierra.net>
Minden , NV USA
Friday, March 21, 1997 at 13:39:15 (EST)

We have two ex racing Greythounds, Miss Phoebe Girlie Girk and Mr. Kirby the Big Black dog. Everyone who meets them falls in love with them and seem to want to contribute to their names. Miss Phoebe received her add ons from an el ementary school staff. Mr. Kirby received his from 300 children after they'd read Clifford, the Big Red Dog. Both of them are a joy and seem intent upon bringing laughter, caused by their antics, to our household daily.

Valerie Thatcher <AV4V@aol.com>
Alpine, CA USA
Friday, March 21, 1997 at 01:56:33 (EST)

Hi, Great page. We really enjoy it. I have a grey named TAZ a 3&1/2 yr old fawn. We have had him almost 2 yrs now. He is a great dog. Wouldn't trade him for the world. When we go for walks, people stop us and talk to us and TAZ loves the attention.

Debbie Naumann <dougnddeb@aol.com>
Severance, CO USA
Thursday, March 20, 1997 at 10:09:26 (EST)

Hi I am mom to Rag Tag( Rags,the Tag Man, Ragsy) . He is a six year old Brindle who likes to play tag, when he decides to get up off the couch!! He will be very happy that I have found a site to keep up with whats going on with all his old friends!!

Bren <Raement@AOL.com>
Concord, NH USA
Wednesday, March 19, 1997 at 22:03:29 (EST)

new member, adopted a 3 yr old racer 2 yrs ago

guy and doris <z1e1k1e@msn.com>
cherry hill, nj USA
Wednesday, March 19, 1997 at 20:13:19 (EST)

Great page!!! Since Hannah (T J's Obsession) and Dixie (Skee's Dixie Lee) adopted me, I have become absolutly infatuated with these dogs. I can't tell enough folks about the hounds.

Merianne Sanderson <mers@fuse.net>
Cincinnati, OH USA
Tuesday, March 18, 1997 at 23:28:18 (EST)

Found this web site by accident and the more I searched. The more interesting thing I found. Since the adoption of my two female white-brindles (Abbey & Patsy), I have been searching information to satisfy my curiosity and this has done it. Great JOB!!

Barbara Ciske <Greyho5671@AOL.com>
Menasha, WI USA
Monday, March 17, 1997 at 11:38:46 (EST)

I'm interested in getting involved in a local group. I live in the Northern VA area; Mt. Vernon, Ft. Hunt, Old Town, Springfield.

Suzi Budreau <suzibud@aol.com>
Alexandria, VA USA
Monday, March 17, 1997 at 09:58:56 (EST)

Love your web page! We have an adopted racer named Target from a track in Mexico, she's a red bridle and very beautiful. We all love her and this info. about articles and books will be invaluable to my research about greyhounds! Bye !

Ann in San Diego
San Diego, Ca USA
Sunday, March 16, 1997 at 20:51:27 (EST)

I am a former retired greyhound owner and would love to adopt another greyhound. I live on Long Island, NY. Is there an adoption agency in my area that I can contact? I loved my hound Fortune and want to be owned by another of thes e wonderful dogs.

Denise Cotty <deniseco@aol.com>
Glen Head, NY USA
Sunday, March 16, 1997 at 15:45:26 (EST)

Three years ago we adopted our red brindle greyhound from GAP in Colorado Springs. Paisley Drive (we chose to keep her track name) now shares her queen bed with two cats. She has become a very important part of our family.

Michael & Theresa <paisleydrive@imt.net>
MT USA
Saturday, March 15, 1997 at 15:01:10 (EST)

Adopt a Greyhound Atlanta will be featured in a spot on Fox After Breakfast Tuesday, the 18th. Check your local listings for the time. We love our greys and shamelessly try to get them on TV every chance we get.

Judy Meisner <Judy@greyhounds2.org>
Atlanta, GA USA
Friday, March 14, 1997 at 23:27:39 (EST)

We have two male retired racing greyhounds. Micah is 5 yrs old and a blue brindle Mercury is 8 yrs and a fawn brindle. We love these gentle, sweet, affectionate dogs more than I can say. They are the most wonderful dogs we have ever had. We are considering adding one more to our family in the future. We also have two cats. Everyone tolerates each other. Write if you care to and share some stories.

Linda Saunders <jsaunders02@sprynet.com>
Columbus, IN USA
Friday, March 14, 1997 at 20:26:46 (EST)

I think your site is excellent. I am about to be the proud 'adopted parent of a greyhound', and have assembled a portfolio of your guidelines and articles that I know will be invaluable to me. Armed with this new information, hope fully I won't make so many mistakes that my new family member decides she must assume the "alpha role"!!

Gary C. Brannan <gcbrannan@msn.com>
Cumming, GA USA
Friday, March 14, 1997 at 19:53:40 (EST)

Hi, I am in Ohio and am opposed to any type of dog racing. The city I live in is Geneva. I read in our paper (Star Beacon) that the city of Geneva-on the Lake is considering racing greyhounds. I am appauled at such a disgusting spor t. Any suggestions on ways to prevent this from happening? Geneva-on-the-Lake is a resort city, so they feel they will help the economy by racing greyhounds. I believe most people feel that it is wrong, but what can we do? Linda

Linda Cieslak <cieslak@interlaced.net>
Geneva, Oh USA
Friday, March 14, 1997 at 19:41:28 (EST)

hi,just found this page, its wonderful. My name is joanne and I adopted"Tweak" (Burmar Bitohoney) 2 years ago. She is going to turn 5 in October. I also raise and show Shetland Sheepdogs, and Tweak is my puppy raiser and friend to all the other shelties. She is my calm,loving companion -a break from the hair & excitement of the shelties. She goes to all the shows with me and always attracts attention, she loves everyone. Tweak has already gotten her AKC CGC certificate, I am a pplying for on ILP # from AKC to eventually do obedience with her, but my happiest day came when she was accepted as a therapy dog with THERAPY DOGS, INTERNATIONAL! We have gone visiting to alot of places, but now it will be alot more places to go and vi sit. I live in Wyoming and have lots of snow and cold(below 0 temperatures) and she becomes a couch pototo on the really bad days, greyhounds don't so cold! I would love to communicate with anyone who has and interest in these dogs, therapy work, or jus t anything about dogs. Please feel free to e-mail me, I have had her two years and would be glad to share any knowledge that I have living and working with girl.

Joanne Adams < hi-valley@sisna.com>
afton, wy. USA
Thursday, March 13, 1997 at 12:18:03 (EST)

I'm trying to find greyhound pictures to use as wallpaper on my computer. I'm visiting all the greyhound sites I can. I have 2, l-male (5), 1-female (4). Keep up the good work.

Jay Miller <2gryhndsdad@skyenet.net>
South Bend, IN USA
Wednesday, March 12, 1997 at 22:26:10 (EST)

I love my greyhound, Fuzzy

Nicolette Harding <nic278@tiac.com>
Douglas, MA USA
Wednesday, March 12, 1997 at 20:39:12 (EST)

We have 4 greys' and they are fantastic. I just heard some disturbing news from Mississippi State Univ., they are using grey's for hip replacment experiments. Most of these dogs were illegally obtained. We can do something about thi s, please take a minute and e-mail the President of the Univ. or anything that will help get these dogs released. Thks.

Jean <jmlindst@dpcmail.dukepower.com>
Hickory, NC USA
Wednesday, March 12, 1997 at 10:37:37 (EST)

Thank you for having a greyhound adoption site! I have just adopted a beautiful retired racer named Lucy she is four years old. Any additional information on greyhounds will be wonderful.The information thus far has helped me tremendously.

Maureen Jarema <mjarema@www.carrollton.k12.mi.us>
saginaw, MI USA
Tuesday, March 11, 1997 at 11:25:45 (EST)

I have two greyhounds. I have had Jasmine and Doodles for four years. They have brought me nothing but joy. I love my dogs.

Dan Esselman <dansplat@nilenet>
Denver, CO USA
Tuesday, March 11, 1997 at 00:45:54 (EST)

I am with Greyhound Adoptions of Florida. If anyone is interested in adopting a "retired racer" you may contact our organization at (888)715-9481 or (407)366-0006. Our mailing address is PO Box 180385 - Casselberry, Fl. 32718-038 5

Tom Smith <tomsmith@sprintmail.com>
Longwood, FL USA
Monday, March 10, 1997 at 19:37:17 (EST)

Great animals. I love greyhounds, and hope to adopt one someday on my own, when I am able to without having to ask my mom! Just 17 years old, but have been planning for years to adopt one of these elegant creatures. The best of luck to those of you adopting, and congrats to those of you who have one. They are so strong, and they truly leave a print on your heart, don´t they.....

Marijke Hennink <corpae@intmex.com>
Lomas Verdes, Edo. de México México
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 21:35:21 (EST)

Just interestd in these great creatures. They have gone through so much, and really do have to be recognized. I would love to adopt one, just can´t right now. I have always had my eye on news and items about greyhounds. I am 17 year s old, and I promise that when I own my own home, in many years, that I will adopt one of these elegant animals. Many best wishes to those who have adopted one, and good luck to those who are in the process, or are thinking future wise...all the best.

Marijke Hennink <corpae@intmex.com>
Kincardine, Ontario Canada
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 21:30:58 (EST)

hi like i said i really luv these animals and would love to get any info that you may have on them.

Anwahs14@Aol.com
USA
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 16:49:38 (EST)

Hi I luv Greyhounds.<3 <3 <3 I would love to get any info you have on them. I read what you wrote and i am happy to see that those Greyhounds can have a great home with a great family!!

Anwahs14@AOL.com
Worcester, MA USA
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 16:41:32 (EST)

We enjoyed this Website very much. We have an 8 yr. old retired grey who shares the house with a 6 yr. old doxy. Both are very happy and live a fairly active life. Jack raced under the name of "Sapphire Boy" on a large majority of the major racetracks in NH during 1989-1993. If anyone knows how to reach the greyhound registry/directory out of kansas city, please contact us. Thankyou!

Darcy Tingler <blue@charm.net>
baltimore, md USA
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 15:25:53 (EST)

We found Your Web Page interesting and Fun to Read. We Adopted a female Blue from the Austin chapter of GPA, and love her to death. Greyhounds are the most loving pet we ever had. We are now fostering a male, black and white named R .V.He is a special case to handle , due to his shyness to people. If he could only read these pages and understand there are many people who love greyhounds like you guys he would come oout of his world and into ours.

Laura & Tony Austin <AAAustin@sprintmail.com>
Copperas Cove, TX USA
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 14:38:03 (EST)

This is a great page, i've been researching some breeds for a new family dog, And thanks to your page I think I have found the right one!!

Todd Keller <Tkeller00@aol.com>
Naples, Fl USA
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 13:31:02 (EST)

Great site! We have two male greys and we are adored by them--they take turns "guarding" their mommy. Best dogs I have ever been owned by.

Amy <LEvers9520@aol.com>
Belleville, MI USA
Sunday, March 09, 1997 at 04:47:16 (EST)

Dan and HOUNDS, A nicely done site. User friendly and good graphic "helpers" Thank you, 'Amber', 'Flyer' , pam & tom (the "epitomes of elegance" are CAPS) What else can be said but, they are not a typical dog. Far, far "better" than the others that we have had. Telling you that is not effective as you already know that. The word has to be gotten out to the general public.

Tom Stavridis <tjs3@snet.net>
Bristol, CT USA
Saturday, March 08, 1997 at 11:59:56 (EST)

I read your articles and fell in love with Greyhounds. I am currently obtaining information on adopting a Greyhound. I hope to be able to. So look for my new addition to my family as soon as I get him/her.

Densie Thomas <dthomas@erinet.com>
Troy, OH USA
Saturday, March 08, 1997 at 01:45:55 (EST)

I'd just like to let you know that your web page is great, and that I've found it really helpfull in my decision to get a pet!

Tania Flores
Toronto, , ont. Canada
Friday, March 07, 1997 at 12:27:33 (EST)

We are affectionately known as the "Bubbies", as we are brothers and our mom has had us since we were 6 weeks old. We have been patiently waiting for her to get OFF the net and go for walkies since 8am! The only way we could figur e out how to get her moving was to take over and say, What a good site! We are Thanksgiving babies and were 4 years old this past Thanksgiving! We're twins in nearly every sense of the word excect that Orion has a white tip on his tail, and Ebenezer do es not. We're big black boys and we're off now for one of our favorite walks in the swestern NH area, Pisgah Forest Preserve! We'll share some of our adentures w/you all later; like why our human sibling attatched a VERY BIG NOISE to the trash can! Tail s up! Ebbie and "Rion

AKTepper <ajewels@sover.net>
Hinsdale, NH USA
Friday, March 07, 1997 at 10:26:39 (EST)

Hi! I really enjoyed your site so "Much!" I am adding your site to my page! Thanks for all the wonderful art and information! Mae and Echo

Mae Tibbetts <maetibbe@pbcs.com>
Pontiac, MI USA
Friday, March 07, 1997 at 10:24:19 (EST)

great page!! anything you want to know about greys can be found here. "captain", my red brindle grey has been a great addition to our family. he is a big 85 lb. baby who likes to steal everything and anything that interests him. eve ryone needs at least one grey in their life, maybe even two.

j.j. novosel <greysrun@erols.com>
gaithersburg, md USA
Thursday, March 06, 1997 at 20:51:41 (EST)

We are seriously considering adopting a greyhound. Our last and most favorite dog was a red doberman. We lost her to hip dysplasia. Nice to know that that is not a problem with greyhounds. Most of the dobie's sweetness probably come s from greyhounds. Another plus is you don't have to do earsa and tail. Is anybody afraid of a greyhound?

Rob and Carole Wulffson <wulffson@fdldotnet.com>
Green Lake, WI USA
Thursday, March 06, 1997 at 19:10:17 (EST)

Thanks for putting in Sadi Mae's pic and bio! I like to read these pages and see other greyhounds.

J. Laney
USA
Thursday, March 06, 1997 at 18:16:05 (EST)

Glad you are finding loving homes for these beautiful dogs. Would like more info on adoptions, i live in Omaha Nebr.

Kerrie Molczyk <LOTAKIDZ@aol.com>
omaha, ne USA
Wednesday, March 05, 1997 at 02:00:28 (EST)

I am an Animal Technician at an Animal Hospital and this site has been a big help with lots of information for clients who are interested in possibly adopting a retired greyhound!

Monica Ervin <Dervin@interpath.com>
Manteo, NC USA
Tuesday, March 04, 1997 at 19:17:34 (EST)

Loved looking through this section. Nice job, great cause!

Sharon Marburger <a052022t@bc.seflin.org>
Coral Springs, FL USA
Monday, March 03, 1997 at 23:26:34 (EST)

My wife and I ran into two adoption groups showing off their Greyhounds this weekend. These dogs are very loveable. We will probably adopt one soon. You have a wonderful and informative web site. This is what the Web is all about. Great information. Scott Whittaker

Scott Whittaker <whittman@dancris.com>
Scottsdale, AZ USA
Monday, March 03, 1997 at 18:18:51 (EST)

It was my first time here and I will "definately" be back! I enjoyed all the imformation and the pictures. Thanks Much! Mae and Echo

Mae Tibbetts <maetibbe@pbcs.com>
Pontiac, , MI USA
Monday, March 03, 1997 at 01:47:48 (EST)

We just adopted a Greyhound in Jan of 97. Her name is Laverne. I don't know how we ever lived without her. We also have three cats and everbody gets along just fine. We are so struck by her that we added a Greyhound page to our web site at http://www.pcisys.net/~mongoose. We can't say enough about the owning of a Greyhound. She is a love sponge and very smart. We will always own a Greyhound. When Laverne passes away we will get another, not to replace her, but to give another ex-rac er the change to have a life outside of the race track. Can't beat them Greys!!!!!!

Sergio & Ulrike Marroquin <mongoose@pcisys.net>
Colorado Springs, CO USA
Monday, March 03, 1997 at 00:01:21 (EST)

Just found your site today...yesterday a fellow mentioned adoption for greyhound dogs. We are interested at this point. We have a lady here in Dallas, Texas that we may contact. It sounds like they would make fine family...house companions. Thanks.... iwolfe@nkn.net

I.Wolfe <iwolfe@nkn.net>
Dallas, Tx USA
Sunday, March 02, 1997 at 21:13:05 (EST)

This is a great site!!! We are about to adopt an this site has answered a lot of questions. Thank you!!!

Lisa <Lisapoo2@aol.com>
USA
Sunday, March 02, 1997 at 21:12:05 (EST)

We have two greyhounds, Max and Spuds and we are trying to find out more on their racing history. We have looked over the Net, but have not found the right site with that info. If you can help or if someone else can, E-mail us at georgeb@intranet.net. Thanks :-) Great Web site!

George & Ann Browning <georgeb@intranet.net>
Carterville, IL USA
Sunday, March 02, 1997 at 18:07:39 (EST)

Life would never be the same without a housefull of adopted greyhounds - even with my 8 month old baby they are the best! If anyone in Connecticut would like info or to volunteer at adoption events contact me about WAG (We Adopt Gre yhounds) Woofin' & Waggin'

Wendy Thomson <WendyT WAG>
Darien, CT USA
Sunday, March 02, 1997 at 06:32:07 (EST)

We've had our greyhound, Feline, for almost two years now and she's great! We absolutly love her. Great site!

knaava
USA
Sunday, March 02, 1997 at 01:56:30 (EST)

Wonderful job!

Loretta DeBoer <Greghound@aol.com>
Shavertown, PA USA
Saturday, March 01, 1997 at 22:45:54 (EST)

Great page. I love it. It's been a good information page for me. Love those greys too.

Debbie Naumann <dougnddeb@aol.com>
Severance, CO USA
Saturday, March 01, 1997 at 22:41:18 (EST)

Hello, I represent GEMA which is a group that was established in 1996, dedicated to providing financial assistance to Individuals and Groups that experience unexpected, overwhelming medical expenses due to illness or accident of their retired racing greyhound. GEMA is a non-profit organization with Articles of Incorporation filed in the state of Florida (#N97000000074). GEMA has a brochure that they would like to provide for you to include in your groups adoption packets for new owners and also to have available in case your group should need the assistance of GEMA. These brochures are free of charge and you may order a s many as you need. Once GEMA receives your order they will try to mail them out within 10 days. If you would like to order brochures please send e-mail to sburkhard@qtm.net and advise: Name of group, mailing address, Number of brochures needed, and phon e number of contact person in case of a problem with your order. GEMA is also currently in the process of producing a booklet that will consist of contributions from the greyhound community. This booklet will include recipes created for our greys, tips, thoughts, poems, and things pertaining to daily living with greyh ounds. We don't have a cost on this booklet yet but are looking for basic interest at this point for sale as fundraisers, reunion picnics, gifts, appreciation awards, ect. If you or your group would be interested in something like this please let me kno w. Thank you for your time, I look forward to hearing from you. You can visit the GEMA website for more info at http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/9003 Sincerely, Sue Burkhard GEMA volunteer

Sue Burkhard <sburkhard@qtm.net>
Benton Harbor, MI USA
Saturday, March 01, 1997 at 17:25:13 (EST)

The site's great. I recently adopted a five-year-old racer (formerly Hard Tack, now Fargo the Wonderdog).I'd like to know if anyone in the Upland, Ca. area knows of a good fenced site for running, and also if there are any GPA or other picnic/get-together type meetings coming up in this or nearby areas. Also, what does it mean when he chatters his teeth? Thanks for any help.

Cynthia <samyscam@earthlink.net>
Upland, ca USA
Saturday, March 01, 1997 at 16:50:51 (EST)

Thanks for the site and links. We have an adopted greyhound named "Who's St. Francis?" by the breeder, as she had just heard a bit about the saint and was stuck for yet another doggie name. It's good to see this and more of the same helping this oft abused breed.

Curtis E. Smith
Plymouth, PA USA
Saturday, March 01, 1997 at 14:07:59 (EST)

We have four ex-racers (Stevie, Harry, Amber & Amy) who share our lives, our bed, our couch and who make our vacation plans for us. We wouldn't have it any other way. If anybody knows of any fenced in fields in New England (that allow dogs, of course) please e-mail me. And, if you're thinking of getting a greyhound -- or another -- or another -- or even (!) another after that ... drop a line, I love to talk about these pups!

patricia tate <multimutts@webtv.net>
Barrington, NH USA
Saturday, March 01, 1997 at 12:44:20 (EST)

This is a wonderful site for people who are interested in adopting a retired racer. and just a word for all those people who love the beautiful greyhound breed but who are unable to at this time due to one reason or another(like renting a home with a limit on animals!!!)I have been actively involved as a volunteer, for Greyhound Pets of America Lakeside, CA Chapter for over 2 years now. Because I am unable to own ( but will one day ) a greyhound or two or three,I volunteer with this great organization. I help out with the 1 of 4 daily turnouts twice a week ( it started as twice a month) and also help with the merchandising and shipping of our GPA sales catalog to help support our facility as well as helping to plan our semi-annual GPA picnic. Because I cannot own a greyhound at this time, I can't explain the feeling I get when we bring a group of dogs to our kennel, that are very confused and don't have a real personality as yet, to watching them come out of thier shell and show how loving and wonderful this breed really is. They crave your attention and touch when your in the turnout area with them and love the human contact ( usually by leaning against you legs also known as the velcro dog) they recieve. So I urge anyone who cannot own a Retired Racer, to get involved with a local chapter in your area as a volunteer !!. But be careful it becomes very addicting......

KIM PLACE <sdmp@sd.znet.com>
Spring Valley, ca USA
Saturday, March 01, 1997 at 12:16:35 (EST)