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My retired racer Oberon is the best doggie friend we could have. My wife Amy and I adopted him in May. He is SOOOOO cute!! He has never messed the house, almost never chewed anything, and has no bad habits (except stealing things to get attention). I nominated him for the Hall of Fame a few weeks ago, but he's not in there yet.

Scott Parr <sparr@brwncald.com>
Concord, CA USA
Tuesday, July 15, 1997 at 15:25:18 (EDT)

Hi I think that this is a wonderful idea~

Bonnie Stewart <jwstewart@odyssey.on.ca>
Blyth, ONT Canada
Monday, July 14, 1997 at 15:26:31 (EDT)

We have had our beautiful Greyhound since December 96. We have three cats in the house, and they don't even pay any attention to her! Her name is STAR!!!! She's the star of our house!!!! My husband and I go alot, and if Star h ears the work "go" she gets so excited and about knocks me down getting to the door! We love Star and are pretty sure we'll get another. However, how are they in the house together???? I can't imagine having two large dogs in the house!! If I had i t my way, I would bring them all home!!! Thanks for the neat web sight!!! Love to hear and talk about Greyhounds!!!!

Wendy Brotton <jayhawkjill@hotmail.com>
Canton, KS USA
Sunday, July 13, 1997 at 01:12:57 (EDT)

For a prospective Greyhound "parent," your site is tremendously informative. I'll be pround to add a new picture and story to the Retired Racers' Gallery!

Ruth Ellen Kostic <rekostic@voicenet.com>
Swedesboro, NJ USA
Saturday, July 12, 1997 at 13:08:06 (EDT)

I am just finishing up a site at http://www.petnewsinc.com and I was looking for appropriate links. Your's is one of the best.

Chuck Booher <chuckboo@aol.com>
Ocala, FL USA
Saturday, July 12, 1997 at 10:19:12 (EDT)

I would love to be the proud owner of a couple of your Greyhounds. Please send info. Thanks, and God Bless.

Ray Adcock-----------4015 Salem Rd. <RAdcock@usa.net>
Oxford, NC USA
Saturday, July 12, 1997 at 09:49:24 (EDT)

We've had a beautiful hound for about a month and a half. He has quickly fit into our lives and schedules, including the other pets. He loves to chew on my Penney's catalog, something we find quite funny. We certainly enjoy the newest addition to our family.

Deb Blomberg
Rochester, MN USA
Friday, July 11, 1997 at 18:24:36 (EDT)

I really love your site! My favorite part is the "Hall of Fame" with all the cute stories and adorable pictures. Chris and I have just submitted an application for our very own greyhound. Needless to say, we're very excited about our new "baby"! Already Chris is planning to make him/her the most spoiled dog in the world (a serious competition among gay couples!). We promise to send a photo/story for the HOF as soon as our new arrival is settled.

Matthew Bernick and Chris Hardy <bernickm@mcgraw-hill.com>
Wyckoff, NJ USA
Friday, July 11, 1997 at 14:57:57 (EDT)

Hi! Our adopted greyhound, Rip, has been a member of our family for more than a year now. He is my constant companion and spends hours with his head in my lap. He loves to hike, lay in his play pool and sleep on the couch. He is an 85 pound, dark brindle, bundle of joy.

Debbie & Tom Cotton <debcot@primenet.com>
Prescott Valley, AZ USA
Friday, July 11, 1997 at 14:49:19 (EDT)

Proud owner of a beautiful NGA ex-racer, Belle. If you all have any idea how I could obtain her racing history, name of Sire and Dam, I would love it.

Rob Reynolds <rreynold@luna.cas.usf.edu>
Seffner, FL USA
Friday, July 11, 1997 at 12:46:42 (EDT)

The last time I visited your site was back in Nov. 96 It keeps getting better and I can't tell you how it makes me feel when I see what you are doing...... Thank All Of You,

Adam Fernandez <afern@net-thing.net>
Hatfield,, PA USA
Friday, July 11, 1997 at 11:36:09 (EDT)

I am writing this on behalf of my parents. I would like to wirte to say thank you to an old friend. Our dog, ODD RUNAWAY died a month ago. He had a great 8 year retirement and we loved him very much. I miss him, and I would lik e to say thank you, Runaway you were a great friend! My parents are now seeking to adopt another greyhound for a happy retirement.

Barb and Chuck DuVal <duval@pensys.com>
elkhorn, wi USA
Tuesday, July 08, 1997 at 14:10:46 (EDT)

I love my two greys - Annie and Abbey, I just lost a wonderful grey named Amanda - I had let everyone out in the yard and she didn't return right away - I found her dead a few minutes later - probably a massive heart attack - I love d her and miss her, but I know I gave her the best 8 months she ever had! - I am waiting to hear about a foster - These creatures are so beautiful and such characters to boot! I am looking forward to Dewey Beach Delaware in the fall! - Maybe I'll see som e of you there.

Laura Wetterau <lwettera@motown.lmco.com>
Lindenwold, NJ USA
Tuesday, July 08, 1997 at 12:17:17 (EDT)

have always wanted to adopt a retired racer...thanks for all the info.

Cson Johnson <KallMeCJ@aol.com>
Va.Beach, VA USA
Tuesday, July 08, 1997 at 09:50:46 (EDT)

What a truly marvelous Web site! I, too, am owned by an ex-racing Greyhound. My web pages are mostly devoted to these sweet gentle giants. Thank you for all the greyt information. I would appreciate your visiting my site and leaving your comments, especially since I have a few links to you.

Joyce Smith <dancer@wizard.com>
No. Las Vegas, NV USA
Monday, July 07, 1997 at 23:36:13 (EDT)

My husband and I are considering getting a greyhound. We live in the Binghamton, New York area and would prefer to rescue a dog, rather than purchase one from a breeder. Our only concern is that we have a rabbit and our neighbor h as a Sheltie. Our rabbit lives outside so I don't see this as a problem. I would like a little advice on where to go to visit a greyhound to decide if it is the right dog for us.

Janet Kumpon <JKumpon@AOL.com>
Johnson City, NY USA
Monday, July 07, 1997 at 17:44:01 (EDT)

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, advice, and concerns. I mailed my application last week and am hoping to be chosen by a retired greyhound and REGAP in the next few weeks. I'm very excited! The only unfortunate thi ng is that it took the loss of my "Kita" to allow me to adopt. The city of St. Louis has a maximum limit of three dogs. Kita was our "Sir, "Buddy," "Big Guy," and very gentle giant, mostly Akita, and weighed 124 pounds. That's 124 pounds of marshmellow ! Again, thank all of you for your help. I too hope to become involved with spreading the word about greyhounds. I'll let you know when I am chosen and who my new friend is.

Sheryl Peltz <sjpeltz@artsci.wustl.edu>
St. Louis, MO USA
Monday, July 07, 1997 at 16:44:28 (EDT)

Jet has graced my couch, my bed, and my life for the past 2 1/2 years. I fall in love with him again everyday. If you are fortunate enough to know the joys of life with an ex-racer, volunteer your time, donate, do whatever you can to help those dogs less fortunate than ours!

Roxanne Ayala <roxanne@amerhumane.org>
Englewood, Co USA
Monday, July 07, 1997 at 13:42:41 (EDT)

Wow! What a web sight! I have a beautiful female named Cheyenne! We love her to pieces. Considering adopting a male! Work to outlaw Greyhound racing!

Sally
USA
Sunday, July 06, 1997 at 19:43:44 (EDT)

I have a 3 yr old brindle greyhound, Cleo. When we go for walks (which we do a lot) she attracts a lot of attention. It always amuses me what children say about her, like "she's the dog on the bus" or " what type of animal is she? a tiger". I'd love to get another grey, but for now Cleo and I foster other greyhounds until the local GPA chapter can find homes for them. So far we've had two houseguests, Indy and Chevy.

Debbie Gurley <dgurley@compuserve.com>
New Orleans, LA USA
Thursday, July 03, 1997 at 22:46:05 (EDT)

Love your site and all the helpful information. I am the owner of 3 wonderful greyhounds, Barnaby, O'Toole and Sherlock. I have had them for over 2 years. I take them everywhere with me to help spread the awareness. People are a mazed at what well-behaved dogs they are and I think because there are 3, it makes people stop and ask. I love when people comment on how they thought that they were high-strung and find out how wrong they are about this wonderful breed of dog. If I can make at least one person more aware each day, I feel I have accomplished something good and helpful to this beautiful breed. Thank you.

Lisa Croote <Grehound3@computech-net.net>
Amsterdam, NY USA
Thursday, July 03, 1997 at 22:32:56 (EDT)

Let us pause during this Independence weekend to cherish the freedom of all of our rescued racers, they truly are free now.

Jean <jp01@hs.evms.edu>
Norfolk, VA USA
Thursday, July 03, 1997 at 13:32:05 (EDT)

My husband and I are dog lovers. It has taken us a few years to finally start to look for another dog since the loss of our dog we had for twelve yrs. We have amble land and room in our home for a grey hound if we could have an adop tion center address near us in Knoxville, Tn. Thank you so much, Phyllis & Glenn

Mr. & Mrs. G. M. Clabough <WildPhil@ICX.net>
Knoxville , Tn. USA
Wednesday, July 02, 1997 at 22:32:02 (EDT)

When we wanted a dog I went to the liberary and got all the books on dogs. We picked a Greyhound and we loved Splash so much we got another one named Twinkles. We have had them for almost 6 years.

Jessica Twibey <tbzoo@cyberport.net>
kalispell, mt USA
Wednesday, July 02, 1997 at 22:22:26 (EDT)

It is nice to see people who care about the animals welfare and not just money. I am thinking hard about getting a greyhound and your information pages have helped me to understand what I need to consider.

Debra Schauer <debras@ag-risk.org>
Olathe, KS USA
Wednesday, July 02, 1997 at 19:49:35 (EDT)

I love dogs and I think that you have done a wonderful job. Congratulation. Thanks you.

Lisset Orozco
Union City, N.J. USA
Wednesday, July 02, 1997 at 15:14:13 (EDT)

I WOULD LOVE TO ADOPT A GREYHOUN, MY HUSBAND AND I ADORE DOGS, BUT CAN WE ADOPT ONE FROM MEXICO? PLEASE SEND ME INFORMATION

SANDRA SILVA <DR. GONZALO VALDES # 264.CP 25250>
SALTILLO, COAHUILA MEXICO
Wednesday, July 02, 1997 at 14:56:01 (EDT)

Just found your page. I love reading everyones experiences with thier Greyhounds. We love our greyhound unconditionally. They should be in everyones home in America.

David & Michelle Carper <CAMPLVR>
Colorado Springs, CO USA
Wednesday, July 02, 1997 at 12:46:54 (EDT)

Our life is now controlled by our two couchracers,Gozar is a black male who is three years old and about 80 pounds, and Dog-Shamdog a three year old red brindle female who is a very lady like 60 pounds. Our life will never be the s ame again[of which I am very thankful]. The greyhound in the is the ultimate expression of unconditional love. If your thinking of a new faimly member[they dont know they are pets] get in touch with your local greyhound group and join our crazy gang.

Steve&Gail Novak <parrothead@netvalue.net>
mesa, az USA
Wednesday, July 02, 1997 at 01:36:11 (EDT)

I have thinking of adopting a greyhound. They seem so loveable and yes, I think they are beautiful dogs. I was initially going to purchase a doberman pincher, but have since reconsidered. Greyhounds are precision creatures who need love and attention, too. I haven't yet decided when to adopt, but will in the future. I currently work 8 hours/day and commute 2 hours, so I feel I would be neglecting the little guy! I couldn't live with myself. So, I am waiting until I have a more flexible schedule, but anticipate the day I get to bring my greyhound home!

Cris Peacock <tristate@adams.net>
Quincy, IL USA
Tuesday, July 01, 1997 at 16:25:32 (EDT)

A Wonderful Web Site!! I'm thinking of adopting, and I want to learn how I can help promote this concept here in NJ. My mother "adopts" ferrets, and I'd love to "adopt" a greyhound.

Tony "Languina" Cattani <tony_cattani@ml.com>
Plainsboro, NJ USA
Tuesday, July 01, 1997 at 14:42:32 (EDT)

Bonita will be 5-years-old in September. We have had her now for three years. She is the most incredible animal. We love her more everyday.

Linda, Peter and Ben
USA
Tuesday, July 01, 1997 at 12:38:30 (EDT)