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WE HAVE ADOPTED TWO GREYHOUNDS SO FAR FROM THE KENNEL OWNER IN TARPON SPRINGS, FL ...THE FIRST IS A FAWN MALE CARO'S PHANTOM AND THE NEXT TO COME TO US IS A BRINDEL AND WHITE MALE YACKKEY YAK (KENNEL NAME HOOT) THE ARE A PLEASURE TO HAVE AND WE WOULD NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO WITHOUT A GREYHOUND IN THE HOUSE!!! THIER SMILES LIFT YOUR HEART WHEN I COME HOME TIRED FROM WORK....

BETTY ROBERTS <bjpenney@juno.com>
ODESSA, FL USA
Sunday, June 29, 1997 at 16:29:26 (EDT)

Haven't written since last November. Received a response from someone asking if our Prophet was one of "Betty's Girls" ; when I tried to answer my entire operating system went "bye, bye". (took 3 months to get things back to normal) So... yes Prophet is one of Betty's Girls. Last winter was very interesting. We thought all greyhounds were cold sensitive. Kid, our first adoptee hates going outside in any inclement weather. With Prophet anything goes except thunder. She loves the cold and snow. Since she's mostly white we lose her in the snow. We call and call and finally tramp out only to find her laying in a snowbank soaking up some rays. She 's especially fond of mud and water too. Smart dog; she knows if she gets muddy she'll probably get to play in the water next. Anyway they're greyt! For those of you new to this site we have Kid, red brindle - age 6 and Prophet, red & white tick - age 3. Also 2 cats and 3 children. Full house! We have learned that the hounds are wonderful with children when awake. But like any other animal they don't like to be poked, prodded or awakened suddenly. When neices and nephews come to visit we kennel our two for their own protection. They know and appreciate it. Thanks for the greyt site!

I LOVE YOU PAGE. I HAVE BEEN READING UP ON GREYHOUNDS AND I AM THINKING OF ADOPTING ONE. IF SOMEONE HAS MORE INFO ON ADOPTING PLEASE EMAIL ME. THANKS

We've had our Greyhound, "Austin" for one and a half years now and we "Love" him. He's as bad as having a third child.

I've been reading up on greyhounds for a while now and am interested in adoption information. This site is spectacular!

I would love to adopt a greyhound in the future. They seem like such gentle lovable dogs! Their temperament and size fascinate me!!! Anyone who loves dogs should own a greyhound!

This page is really neat. I love Greyhounds, and am trying to make my parents adopt a second one.

Thanks for a wonderful site. I have heard about this program through various media blurbs, and was excited to see this site. When strays stop wandering into my yard looking for homes, I will definitely be looking into one of your greyhounds. But until then, I guess I'm doing my bit for dogs taking these guys in. Again, many thanks for the wonderful site. May the word spread!

I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH ABOUT GREYHOUNDS. THEY ARE THE MOST LOVING, GIVING ANIMALS ALIVE. I ONLY WISH I COULD DO MORE TO HELP THESE BEAUTIFUL CREATURES. I HAVE 3 WONDERFUL GREYHOUNDS. IOWA, CLYDE AND FEATHER. THEY ARE A VERY IMPORTANT PART OF OUR FAMILY. WE ALSO FOSTER GREYHOUNDS WAITING FOR NEW FAMILYS FOR GREYHOUND COMPANIONS OF MISSOURI. THIS IN ITSELF IS VERY FULFILLING. NOT ONLY DO WE GET TO HAVE MORE GREYHOUNDS AROUND THE HOUSE, WE GET TO TEACH THEM AND WATCH THE PERSONALITIES THAT HAVE BEEN STIFLED BEGIN TO EMERGE. IT'S LIKE WATCHING A BABY LEARN TO TALK AND WALK!! OUR FAMILY WILL ALWAYS OPEN OUR DOORS TO THESE LOVING ANIMALS AND WE WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS OF GREYHOUND COMPANIONS RESCUE ORGANIZATION.

We have had five greyhounds during the last 6 1/2 years. We lost our fawn brindle "Goodtime Dancer" to a green stick break of her right front leg February 1996. She had a series of strokes and her back legs could not support her. We had to put her down. Her sister from the same track, "Nyoki" lost her battle to lymphoma just four months later (June 1996). We had adopted them from Greyhound Pets of America, Richmond, VA. We were in Jacksonville, FL, in November 1995 and found "Back Packin" waiting to move to a colder state. So we brought our first male home to Virginia. After losing Dancer, Nyoki needed another sister, so we called Shirley at Greyhounds as Pets and adopted "Milo Sparkle" over the phone. But - as luck would have it, Shirley told us about a large, boxy long furred "Tasks Willard Was". You know the rest. Sparkle and Willard came home to replace Dancer. With three greyhounds in the house there is little room for anyone else and no time for anything but greyhounds. We feel another trip to Florida coming on. Hope Shirley has another female ready to leave. We have enjoyed our greyhounds and would not think of owning another type of dog. We have even bought a van to haul them along on vacations, PetSmart Trips, and joy riding. Our license plates say it all " GR8HNDS". We have also collected evey statue, painting, ceramicware, cross stitch, mouse pads, etc. available. We found your site by surfing the net. Keep up all the good work in placing these amazing friends.

I have been thinking of adding a greyhound to my family. I currently am owned by an Austalian calttle dog. I have been looking into adopting a greyhound for at least 6 years. I have just purchased my first home outside of Atlanta Ga. I have heard there is a race track outside of Birmingham Ala. where I could adopt a greyhound. I would like more info on the track in Bimbingham

Dan, this is an awesome page. I can't believe all the bells and whistles and graphics you have here. You're a real asset to the greyhound adoption community.

Don't have the space to own a dog (esp. a big one) right now, though if I ever do I would like to get a greyhound. Nice Site

We have two greys - both 4 years old, Wendy and P.C. (track name, short for Priority Class) and a 5 year old male Rottie who seems to tolerate their excessive energy and playfulness. We just got P.C. two weeks ago from a local vet that used her as a blood donor (it is very common for animal hospitals to keep a greyhound on site as most of them have universal blood type which is used to transfuse other dogs). P.C. is a barker, she has also took over the house and sets the pace for the other two. It took her only a couple days to adjust to her new home. She lived at the vet for four months, so she was pretty well socialized. Wendy has been with us for 8 months - it took her a solid 3 months to settle down. She was extremely skittish. Now that we have a "pack", I'm trying to figure out what the pecking order is!! Greyhounds are beautiful creatures, it's so gratifying to see that "thankful" look on their face and how much they love to be loved.

I have an 11 year old greyhound, Freckles, who was diagnosed with Cushing's Disease close to 5 years ago. Is there any body else out there with a greyhound with this condition? I've been placing hounds for 12 years and this is the first one I know of with this condition. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!

GREYHOUNDS RULE!

I need some advice. Amanda, our six and one half year old greyhound, was running and chasing our two year old collie. The dog were having a great time when Amanda started running full speed in large circles around us (this is not unusual for her to do). However, at the end of the run she stopped and was holding up her left hind leg. She whimpered a little when I rubbed it. She started walk with a limp but after a few steps seemed to walk normally (although some what more slowly than normal). This morning when she got up the leg seemed to be very stiff, and again took her several steps to walk normal. She dose not seem bad enough to take to the vet (although she is a very stoical dog). Can anyone advise me on what I should b e doing for her.

No comment at this time.

My wife just found this site and told me about it. I think it's really well done. As you know now, we adopted Braddock our loveable black Greyhound, and he's great. I want to let all the Greyhound Agency's out there know that I wrote a nice software package specifically designed to aid Adoption Agency's track all their puppies. Anyone out there interested in obtaining a copy drop me an e-mail.

My husband & I just adopted the love of "our" life last week. We got Braddock from The National Greyhound Rescue Society in Hillsboro, TX. His registered name is Braddock's Gent and he is a black male with a white crest and white paws. When Jeff and I saw Braddock he had only been in his foster home for a week. He did so well we were able to get him just a week later. Braddock was REALLY skinny when we got him but he is slowly putting on more weight. Jeff and I feel so lucky to have Braddock. It almost feels like he was made for us.....Or more likely, we were made for him. It touches our hearts to see him so excited and literally "smile" when we come home. We already considering extending our family in a couple of months.

Great! But no mention of Fast Friends in NH. We have a new web page.

My father-in-law raises greyhounds on our farm. We have a retired greyhound as our pet and many other adult dogs on our farm. I thouroughly enjoy having them around. They are very mild mannered dogs. I would recommend to any one looing for a pet, to get a greyhound!!

Phoenix is my first greyhound, a black boy with white markings and a very sweet gentle disposition. He will not even chase squirrels when I take my pack down to the American River. Lotus is my red fawn girl, a lively and outgoing sweetie. They like to play with Dakota a fluffy 95 lb. bear (Australian Shepard & Rottweiler) by chasing her around and jumping on her. We are the hunters you are the prey is their favorite sport with her. Phoenix just turned 8 years old, I've had him si nce he was 18 mos. Lotus will be 9 in November, a racer retired at 4 1/2 when I got her. She acts like she is not a day over 2. They are the sweetest and kindest dogs I have ever had. Everyone should experience the joy of greyhound companionship.

I adopted a greyhound last October. I already had a dalmation and two older cats. I have been thrilled to see Lemmer learn all about living in a house. His first TV show was Oprah! He is still quite interested in TV. Dottie, my dalmation has been helping Lemmer learn how to play and have a good time. Lemmer even has a girlfriend who lives down the street. He enjoys playing with her - I think he must know that she is a greyhound too. Greyhounds are wonderful pets/children! Everyone should have at least one.

Cicero has been my constant scooby-doo boy since Feb. 13, 1996.. He was adopted from West Memphis and has since adjusted to a move to New Orleans just over a year ago. I wear a lot of hats and have a large collection. When he m isses me or gets upset with me, he simply eats a hat and needlesstosay, I respond with some QUALITY time. He is also very protective of me which is a comfort since I live in the Crime Capital of the south. He also likes to be chased around the yard. He loves cheeseburgers too! His full NEW name is Narcissero Magnus de la casa yaya and it's a lot better than his race name which was Slouchin, hardly a name worth such a grand animal!!!!!! He is 4 years old and he is a peach brindle weighing in at 80+ pounds! We were truly meant for eachother!!!!!

I have been considering adopting a greyhound for over a year. Your sight has been very informative and helpful. Thank you and keep up the good work! :-)

We adopted our greyhound fron "GREAT" a rescure service in Tampa FL in April 94. His new name is Beauregard and now lives with his sister Missy ( a dalmatian ) in SC and they just love each other. He has the run of the house including the bed at night.

I have an Italian Greyhound puppy and would love to adopt another one. I've found that IGs have wonderful personalities and my little angel needs an IG companion. Please send me any information about adoption and a list of any nee dy babies. Please send any info to me at : Rt. 1 Box 805 Doniphan, MO 63935 Thank you, Michelle Swihart and Principe Damiano D'Angelo (Boss)

We've had our little girl molly jones (we may someday get her a brother named desmond) for two days now and have been pleasantly surprised at how well she's settling in; would love to hear from anyone in the silver spring/colesville/burtonsville/wheaton MD area who knows of a good enclosed area to let her run, or who might be interested in getting together to organize a once-a-month gathering at a good enclosed field to let our kids play and run with one another, such as they do at the military base in Frederick, MD

Hello everyone, I am a greyhound rescue rep. from Windsor Ont. Canada. My husband and I just started the satalite over here, so if anyone in this area is looking to adopt please get a hold of us.. We have 3 greys at the moment, Spring who is a pretty girl, she is black with a white chest, feet, and tail tip. Blaze who is a fawn brindle she is a sweetie. We are also fostering a hunk of a guy named Atom (he's the bomb ha ha) he is a red brindle. I get so much enjoyment out of these dogs it is incredible. They also have a little brother who's name is Zek he is a terrier mix, and they have 2 kittys named Felix and Cleo, that they enjoy cuddling with.. To anyone who wonders if they can be cat safe, I think I just proved that they can all get along wonderfully. If anyone in the Windsor, Ont. or downriver Michigan area is looking for a wonderful companion, Please dont hesitate to e-mail me with Questions.. Delta 1 keep up the great work with the wonderful web pages

My name is "Bus". My adopted parents, Mary Lou and Joe rescued me from Daytona Beach. I am reallyhappy now. I get to play with other greyhounds on Sunday. We run around a lot and nobody makes a bet on us. So running is a lot of fu n and not stressful at all. I'm having a hoot and I hope everyone else in the world is having one too.

My name is "Bus". My adopted parents, Mary Lou and Joe rescued me from Daytona Beach. I am reallyhappy now. I get to play with other greyhounds on Sunday. We run around a lot and nobody makes a bet on us. So running is a lot of fu n and not stressful at all. I'm having a hoot and I hope everyone else in the world is having one too.

Thank you for such a wonderful page. I have adopted two dogs from the humane society. I love dogs. These are not only my best friends, but they are my family too. My children and grandchildren share my love for these pets and th ey have dogs for pets too. If I had a farm with room for dogs to run and play, I would have many more. Both of my friends sat on my lap when I come home from work. They greet me at the door and put their arms around me and squeeze tight while they smot her me with kisses. I repay their love by having regular vet visits, teeth cleaning, and cooked meat mixed with their dog food everyday. I take them on vacation with me. They love to run on the beach. If you look for places to take pets you will find them. Good luck to you with the finding and placing these sweet dependent pets in good homes. If I get the opportunity to be able to provide for another pet, I will be adopting a greyhound through you. Keep up the great work of giving life to our four legged friends that give so

we adopted a greyhound about a year ago and she been a great addition to our family i would encourage any one to adopt one

I first became interested in Greyhounds by watching a TV show on "Animal Planet" a cable channel that I recieve at the State University of New York at Potsdam. The combination of the show and some friends who are adopting has encou raged me to research Greyhounds and the adoption process. I love the site it has given me a lot of additional information that I did not get from the books that I have read. I am looking for more information on the Adoption Process. After researching G reyhounds I am ready to give all the care I can to an adopted Greyhound, Where do I sign up!!! I am looking for information on who to contact for the closest adoption center to Northern New York. This web site has excited me even further than before. I would enjoy reading any additional information that anyone can send me. Thanks so much!

(In an Andy Roony voice) Did ya ever notice how many greyhounds have a white tip on the end of their tail? Just something to think about.

My husband andI saw 1st greyhound about 4 yrs ago. We both like the dogs and decided that this was for us. Last June we moved into our 1st house with an enclosed yard. On April 26th we adopted Power Glide, a 4 yr old black male. We looked into those brown liquid pools and melted. AND POWER, well, he just loves everyone.

My husband andI saw 1st greyhound about 4 yrs ago. We both like the dogs and decided that this was for us. Last June we moved into our 1st house with an enclosed yard. On April 26th we adopted Power Glide, a 4 yr old black male. We looked into those brown liquid pools and melted. AND POWER, well, he just loves everyone.

Hi there! I wrote a little over a week ago to say that I was off to meet my first greyhounds in person. They are absolutely gorgeous and I have been approved for adoption. I will be getting a female on June 29th and can hardly wait!

Iwilll retire in December and move to East Texas. Nedd an address of phone number to get in touch with somebody so I can adopt a beautiful Greyhound. I have been wanting one for years and finally the time has come, please help me with an address and phone number. By the way, all the info you have in the net is "cool" hopefully a lot of people will learn about Greyhounds and adopt some of those poor animals that are so neglected or mistreated.

I love your site. You helped me gather the information and then the confidence to be adopted by a greyhound. We picked up William J. on Valentines day 1997 and he quite literally stole our hearts, we couldn't imagine life without t his fast, furry, fiesty,dog. Hopefully we'll have a running mate for Willy soon. Thanks again for all the greyt info. and adoption resouces, we wouldn't have found Willy if it wasn't for your site. Keep up the good work.

interested in adoption! need more info.

Thank you for responding to our E:mail so quickly.We have one more question. We live fairly close to Charleston West Virginia. There is a dog track there. Do you know of a Greyhound adoption agency in or around Charleston? If so,do they have an E:mail address or any other way to contact them. WE thank you for any information you have. Plese keep up the good work. Ted and Mitzi

Very imformative web site! We have been considering adopting a greyhound for several years now. We will be moving into a house in about 4 months and I am more anxious than ever to own one of these beautiful and loving animals. The information available in this web site has been helpful, but I do have some concerns I need to address. (1) I do have a 12 year old cat and understand that there may be a problem with grey hound co-habitating with my cat. Would male or female dog be preferrable in this case? Is there a way to find out ahead of time if a particular dog will be able to get along with my cat? (2) My fiance and I both work full-time. Would there b e a problem if the dog had to be in the house for 8 hours straight? Could this affect our chances of successfully adopting a greyhound? Thank you for your time and for providing such a thorough and informative web site. I am looking forward to the prospect of welcoming a greyhound into my home in the near future.

Your site is great. We are looking into adopting a greyhound in a few months. We would love any info you could give us. Where would the closest adoption agency be. We live in New Jersey?

My wife and I would like some information on greyhound adoption DO they get along with small dogs? We also have cats. Any information would be helpfull. WE live in southwest Virginia. What is the closest place we could contact about adoption? P.S. WE have a fenced in yard.

You have a greyt site! My wife and I have been adopted by two retired greys and they are the light of our lives. Keep up the good work.

Really wonderful site. I shocked myself with how long I stayed to look around. I have two wonderful greys. A ten year old Lucy, a white ticked female who raced her heart out in Conneticut and Vinnie, my new baby boy. 3 years old and a genuine head case. He's from Daytona and I brought him back directly from the track. We are doing our best to socialize this gorgeous brindle. To say he is a challenge would be the understatement of the year!! I look forward to the day when Vinnie and my two teenage boys can be in the same room. Something real bad happened to Vinnie, besides being hit by lightning while in the starting gate. There is some ugly stuff there having to do with young men. Daily, Vinnie does abit better. This month we'll attemp obedience training so he will begin to feel more secure with other humans. He's totally dependent on me and when I'm not in his direct sight, he freaks out until he finds me. The old girl has been very patient with him and only growls and cirrects him when absolutely necessary. Bringing the new guy into our home has been more difficult than I ever would have thought possible.

Interesting web site filled with very useful information, especially on the health aspects of Greyhounds.

I adopted my 3 yr old fawn boy Duke on April 3, 1997. He has been nothing but fun. We spend endless hours watching him chew his "pet squirrel" or play with his ball. He is a very loud boy, who loves to bark and whine for no appare nt reason!! Duke is a great dog and a big attention getter!! People stop their cars to pet him when we are walking!! He loves to cuddle and soaks up all the attention he can get!! Unfortunately he is a big baby!! He is afraid of our kitchen and will not e ven go in it for a treat!! Even my 11 yr old mixed breed, Sugar loves Duke!! He has been nothing but a joy and I love him to death!!

I really like this page. Also I hope to adopt a greyhound. If not now then more in the future

I have a bulldog (Ch. Ima's Ruff'N'Rowdy) who is friends with a wonderful rescue Greyhound named Maggie. Keep up the good work!

THIS IS AN EXCELLENT WEB SITE

Hi again made a mistake in her weight, she is 64.4 pounds off the track race weight. A real love but and velcro dog. Russ & Anita

Six months ago I asked if I could have a greyhound due to my Astmatic condition. Well to make a long story short I could and did. Sam a 77 lb white Brindle. Last thursday I adopted a l4.4 lb white greyhound. The agency thought at fi rst I was going to foster her, but I fell in love with her and so did my wife. Just thought I'd let you know. Delta 1 keep up the good work. Russ & Anita

you give me and my class a good repetation

As a true dog lover, I think you have a great site. I have Irish Wolfhounds and Rottweilers, all house dogs. Keep up this great work for rescue.

I have 3 greys Wilber who is 6 years old and Eddy who is 4 and Tiger who we just adopted and she is 10 .

Was just thinking about adopting a greyhound and thought I would visit your site.

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I would love to adopt a greyhound someday! Great info!!

I moved to California from New York City with Atlas, a dark brindle 2.5 year old male greyhound and best friend.

I love you!

I have thoroughly enjoyed browsing this site. My husband and I have just begun researching Greyhound adoption. A friend of ours has a retired greyhound and it's great! We really would like to adopt one ourselves. I saw someone else asked about electric fences. I too would like to know how Greyhounds do with them. My neighborhood prohibits "regular" fences for asthetic reasons, but anyone with a dog used an electric fence. I've not found any mention in this site to anyone using them. If anyone knows, please respond. Thanks!

I really have no commets right now. I own a Russian wolfhound and afghan> Maybe in the future I might want to adopt. I think you guys are great! Keep up the good work!!!!

MY WIFE AND ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING A DOG. FINDING THIS SIGHT HAS GIVEN US THE PEACE OF MIND TO GO THROUGH WITH IT. WE OWN A TORTOISE SHELL CAT THAT HAS A COAT RESEMBLING A DARK BRIDLED GREYHOUND. WE LIVE IN THE TAMPA BAY FL AREA AND WOULD LIKE TO PICK AN AGENCY TO ADOPT FROM. IF ANYONE IN THE CENTRAL FLORIDA AREA HAS HAD A GOOD EXPERIENCE FROM AN AGENCY AROUND HERE, PLEASE WRITE US. WE HOPE TO ADOPT BY THE END OF SUMMER AND HAVE JUST STARTED RESEARCHING. P.S. THIS SIGHT IS FANTASTIC AND I WILL SHARE IT WITH EVERYONE IN THE HOPE OF SAVING ALL RETIRED GREYHOUNDS.

addendum to the letter I just submitted.. I didn't proof read very well.. I wanted to say that Bubba BIT my son, hopefully that was implied. Hope to hear from you !!!

I have a 3 yr old red fawn male named Bubba. He came to us in Feb. 1997. He is our first dog EVER. He joined 3 cats and 2 boys ages 4 and 12. We have just loved him, even my none animal lover husband.. We have a serious problem , however, and need some answers/advice SOON. The other day, Bubba was asleep and my 4 yr old either went to pet him or tripped over him, (not sure which), Bubba was apparently quite startled and my son. My boy had to have surgery to repair his eyelid and was VERY lucky he did not lose his eye. I want to keep the dog but will not do so unless I can think of a way to guarantee my children's safety, as they come first . His 10 day quarantine (@ our house ) will be over in about 6 days and we will need to make a decsion. Hope to here from you!!! I found this web site just today and LOVE it . I also love greyhounds!!

The only Greyhound I have is the coolest guy I know, nick-named Grayhound. I do have two dogs though, a lab mix and a beagle. I've looked over your pages and they do a very good job of promoting Greyhounds. They sound like fun an d extremly friendly dogs. I hope to eventually have a red brindled one of my own. (Adopted of course.) THANK YOU!!

great site and a worthy cause!! They are wonderful dogs....

Hi, everyone. We have adopted two Grey's. One from Miami, Fl and the second from Sheffield, England. They enjoy running together in the open field. Your websides seem to hold a lot of information, but it takes very long to get throu gh them. Many greetings from Germany to all of you.