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A very nice site! We're considering adopting a Greyhound when our present sweetheart (17 years old) starts chasing heavenly rabbits. Thanks for the good information --

Donna Smith <DonnaS@AECF.org>
Owings Mills, MD USA
Monday, September 30, 1996 at 17:00:21 (EDT)

this is a great web site! i've been interested in adopting a greyhound for a while now, and your page gave me some very useful information about them! Thanks a lot!

Amy Gethmann <agethm1@gl.umbc,edy>
Baltimore, MD USA
Monday, September 30, 1996 at 10:47:35 (EDT)

We adopted Steal 8/30/96, he is a a real pleasure to have in the family. He loves the kids but so far only tolerates me. I'm adding a link to this Web Page from my Web page. Anyone wishing t visit and see Steal the address is http://nt1.worldlynx.net/tgrizzy/

Tom Grzywacz <tgrizzy@worldlynx.net>
Phoenixville, PA USA
Sunday, September 29, 1996 at 20:49:03 (EDT)

I liked site! I want to get one, but are they hypoallergentic?

Andrea Tetrick <r.tetrick@world.att.net>
Charleston, WV USA
Sunday, September 29, 1996 at 19:00:07 (EDT)

We were recently to a trade show in Halifax, NS were we saw a greyhound . We are very interested in the breed and would like more information on adopting one.

Shelley and Ian Taylor <igt@auracom.com>
Springhill, NS Canada
Sunday, September 29, 1996 at 10:43:14 (EDT)

We received Jen two months ago, What a sweetheart she is.

Rich and Dara Levitch <Levitch-NJ@worldnet.att.net>
Scoth Plains, NJ USA
Saturday, September 28, 1996 at 20:15:02 (EDT)

I love greyhounds!!!!

Louise Winnerhall <awinner@cap.se>
Stockholm, Sweden
Saturday, September 28, 1996 at 13:55:26 (EDT)

Thank you for all the info. I adopted Niki in April and am highly considering another one in the spring. The people I have met since adopting Niki are truly a credit to the greyhound family.

Sue Burkhard <sburkhard@qtm.net>
Benton Harbor, MI USA
Saturday, September 28, 1996 at 11:39:41 (EDT)

I have two adopted greyhounds, Maureen and Ginger. My only regret is I didn't do this sooner and I don't have room to adopt another.

Judi Kincaid <Tictoctwo@AOL.com>
Baltimore, Md. USA
Thursday, September 26, 1996 at 17:31:46 (EDT)

I have one rescued Greyhound of my own and foster dogs for the local GPA chapter. To this point I have fostered over 15 dogs and all have gone to good homes. What a joy to see these fine dogs go to good homes.

Page Proffitt <PageP@aol.com>
Largo, FL USA
Tuesday, September 24, 1996 at 23:28:47 (EDT)

A friend and myself are intertested in adopting greyhounds. Any helpful advise would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Ray Stephens <RStephens@southwind.com>
Biloxi, MS USA
Tuesday, September 24, 1996 at 21:31:06 (EDT)

I'm new at this! Anyone interested in reading the poem by Joseph Genco can e-mail KaytRR@aol.com

Cathy Wallish <KaytRR@aol.com>
Pleasant Gap, PA USA
Tuesday, September 24, 1996 at 20:20:29 (EDT)

I adopted my first greyhound 8/24/96. Mario (a.k.a 'Rio) is a 2 yr. old white brindle male and he already has me wrapped around his paw! For all who have adopted a retired racer, and have not read a poem by Joseph Genco entitled "I'll Remember You..." I would love to share it with you. After reading it, you can't help but love you dog even more.

Cathy Wallish <KaytRR>
Pleasant Gap, PA USA
Tuesday, September 24, 1996 at 20:16:00 (EDT)

Thanks ever so much for being out there. I have learned so much about my 2 5 yr old greyts that I adopted "blind" 2 years ago. They seem happier because I am more aware of their behaviors, etc. Thanks again, I love all this information!!!

BJ Africano <Bafrican@csc.com>
Leesburg, VA USA
Tuesday, September 24, 1996 at 13:12:59 (EDT)

I'm thinking about adopting a greyhound and after hearing all the great comments from greyhound owners, I think I've made the decision to adopt my own!

Donna Rygiel <donna_rygiel@tempe.gov>
Tempe, AZ USA
Monday, September 23, 1996 at 17:59:13 (EDT)

I currently have 3 GH`s.

Lee Van Weddinger <Jettdog@aol.com or jettdog@aiov.com>
Vernon, NJ USA
Sunday, September 22, 1996 at 16:25:07 (EDT)

It's me again -- forgot the the rest of my address.

Kevin <Ppretzzel@aol.com>
Denver , CO USA
Sunday, September 22, 1996 at 00:01:01 (EDT)

I'm the proud father of two retired racers. The first one I adopted is Bailey a brindle (black) male (7/7/95). The other is Creeme a fawn female (9/12/95). They are the greatest. Like someone else said, They'd rather be petted than eat!! I'd love to get another, but my bed is already crowded with the three of us!!! Just out of curiosity, do anyone elses hounds eat fruit? Mine love apples and bananas.

Kevin Hooper <Ppretzzel>
Denver , CO USA
Saturday, September 21, 1996 at 23:57:13 (EDT)

haven't fully checked your site ... am an italian greyhound enthusiast but love the big dogs too. as do my many ig friends ... have designed ig site mirrored on mine ... will look you up often ... thanks --b

Brian Kane nee terminalwg <terminalwg@aol.com>
albany, ca USA
Saturday, September 21, 1996 at 17:42:39 (EDT)

My name is Christine and I have been surfing the NET for all of 2 days. The first item I searched for was for a Web Page on Greyhounds. I was amazed and pleasantly surprised to find that there was so much interesting information on these wonderful dogs and the organizations that help place them. Well, enough about me. Last year, September 28th to be exact, my boyfriend Gary and I came home with a beautiful 4 yr. old brindle/white female Greyhound called Kayleigh. I am a volunteer at the Montreal chapter of Greyhound Rescue. I was told that after having met and spent some time with ex-racing greyhounds that were up for adoption, that I would most probably adopt a greyhound myself. Well, I didn't give this much thought because I was not ready to take a dog in at that point in time anyways. Six months into my volunteer work, Kayleigh (a.k.a. Kerry) showed up in Montreal. She had come from Vermont Greyhound Rescue and I fell in love (no offense to my boyfriend). As a matter of fact, my boyfriend, Gary, fell in love with her as well (no offense taken). Her cute little pointy nose, intelligent eyes, streamlined look, we just couldn't resist. Kayleigh adjusted very quickly to home life. A few accidents on the carpet in the first couple of days but nothing serious. She adopted the couch very quickly as well as her 2 cozy beds (not to mention OUR bed which she crawls into every morning). I have nothing but great things to say about this breed and if one can truly "fall in love" with a dog, well we definitely did that. Kayleigh gets her daily exercice at a fenced-in dog run which was open in my area last year. Among many, many other breeds that frequent this run, there is another greyhound Called Champ and his companion Priscilla (a whippet). Fun is had by all, dogs and owners alike. On behalf of myself, Gary and Kayleigh and all of the lucky greyhounds who finally got to go home, we would like to thank all of the organizations that place these wonderful animals and enrich our lives by doing so!

Christine Zbrojski <czbrojski@fmco.com>
MONTREAL, QQC CANADA
Friday, September 20, 1996 at 14:35:58 (EDT)

We love our greyhound Mathew!! He is absolutely the most gentle, loving dog we have ever known. We are looking forward to adopting another grey in the near future. If you are thinking about adopting a grey we cannot recommend these beautiful creatures enuf... They will be your friend for life.

Lori & Doran Mason
Madison, WI USA
Friday, September 20, 1996 at 12:56:33 (EDT)

We have a retired racer, Aztec, and a whippet, Devo. We have been a family for over a year. Thank you for all of the helpful information. We are so delighted to know greyhounds are adopted all across America!

Cynthia Tamayo <cmtamayo@mail.utexas.edu>
Austin, TX USA
Thursday, September 19, 1996 at 17:18:37 (EDT)

We have 3 Greyhounds and are hoping to add a blue skinny dog soon. We live near the Wisc. Dells park and visited it soon. We never went for the races just the adoption center. Besides the Greyhounds we have 10 other dogs and tonight we are adopting #14 a newf.

Lori Walker <petsrus@peoples.net>
cambria, wi USA
Wednesday, September 18, 1996 at 10:57:03 (EDT)

Greyhounds make great pets, and they also *Love* to race! Support Greyhound racing, the oldest spectator sport- since Cleopatra's time. Learn the truth- racing dogs receive better care than most pets!!!

Brian Lee <leeb@worldaccess.com>
Portland, OR USA
Wednesday, September 18, 1996 at 02:21:21 (EDT)

It's sad to believe that these greyhounds are probably really treated in ways that are illegal, but I'm sure happen just the same. I want more information on these animals, and am considering adopting one as a pet.

David A. Denning <ddenning@conc.tdsnet.com>
Knoxville, TN USA
Tuesday, September 17, 1996 at 23:43:48 (EDT)

I am thinking about adopting greyhounds. I have always had large dogs newfs. We have one left now just lost 11 yr old last month. Would like to try a large short haired dog here in Fl. I live on 2 acred fenced in with pond lots of room and love to go around

Julie Kinne <jakwho@n-jcenter.com>
New Smyrna Beach, Fl USA
Tuesday, September 17, 1996 at 22:49:38 (EDT)

we are calling the Long Island number.

the Fikes <CJF.DBF@Worldnet.com>
Bethel, CT USA
Tuesday, September 17, 1996 at 22:26:02 (EDT)

Adopting a retired racer has been an incredible experience. We adopted Sabre from Carl Viener in Aug. 94, he's the best pet anyone could want. Can't image being without a greyhound.

A. Cerreta <ady.cerreta1@bridge.bst.bls.com>
Atlanta, GA USA
Tuesday, September 17, 1996 at 13:00:43 (EDT)

I adopted chloe seven years ago from the Green mountain track in Vermont. She's very very sweet, and gentle.

Jan DiRusso <Jandear@aol.com>
Savoy, Ma USA
Tuesday, September 17, 1996 at 07:56:45 (EDT)

Looking for information on the adoption process.

Charlie Packer <cpacker@kconline.com>
North Webster, IN USA
Monday, September 16, 1996 at 17:21:26 (EDT)

please join us as we celebrate our first greyhound

Bonnie Mulliner
Grand Rapids, MI USA
Sunday, September 15, 1996 at 20:01:35 (EDT)

Wonderful to read about so many other greyhounds! We love our couch potatoes very much. Nike, Reebok and Lily are not adopted but our next greyhounds will be!

Sondra Hodson <sondra_hodson@eee.org>
Redlands, ca USA
Sunday, September 15, 1996 at 19:46:03 (EDT)

i loved your page i'm very interested in adopeding a grayhound i would love to but i'll have to ask my mom.

Jessica Endries <bec@magnum.wpe.com>
Oneonta, new york USA
Sunday, September 15, 1996 at 14:29:37 (EDT)

We are looking into adopting a greyhound and appreciate all the information that is available on the web!!

Marianne Koehn <misty@visinet.com>
Hampton, VA USA
Saturday, September 14, 1996 at 22:51:28 (EDT)

Your Web Pages are so extensive and well done! We are thinking of adopting
We have an "older" dog who is 14 - she may not be with us much longer. With all of the news reporting on the treatment, mishandling, and cruelty to this breed, our family was deeply moved by the efforts of the Greyhound Rescue organizations. We wish you much success in your work and we hope to contact you when the time comes for us to add another member to our family. Judy Mitchell

Judy Mitchell <justjudy@erols.com>
LaPlata, MD USA
Saturday, September 14, 1996 at 22:17:24 (EDT)

This Website should hopefully help a lot a retired racers get adopted. All of you out there that are saying you are planning on adopting a second dog. Pipp and Jazz King by two retirees say"stop planning and DO IT".

Lucy Rusnak <greyhounds@juno.com>
Moosic, Pa USA
Saturday, September 14, 1996 at 20:42:24 (EDT)

I'm very happy, that in here Finland don't have that kind of problem that you have there in US... If I could live there I would adopt a greyhound. I own a whippet here and I'm planning to buy another dog...Keep up the good work....Samba-whippet says helloes to you all.. We are all with you, in our spirits...

Minna Keronen <minna.keronen@kaol.kangasala.fi>
Kangasala, Finland
Saturday, September 14, 1996 at 03:28:15 (EDT)

Hi to everybody at Greyhound Placement Service of Maine. We are the proud parents of two beautiful greyhounds, Zoey and Zachery. Zoey is a cute, petite brindle and Zachery is a big, handsome, blue. We love them dearly and can't imagine having any other breed. Tally-ho!

Henry D. Poirier and Lauren Glueck <HDPATS@aol.com>
Waterville, ME USA
Friday, September 13, 1996 at 22:00:18 (EDT)

Thank you for creating this site. I hope it will influence many others to adopt one or more of these wonderful animals. I assumed responsibility for Karot's welfare several years ago and have never regretted it.

Edwin Y. Park <edpark@ix.netcom.com>
USA
Friday, September 13, 1996 at 20:04:58 (EDT)

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FAMILY PET AND AFTER SOME RESEARCH, IT LOOKS LIKE A GREYHOUND WILL FIT INTO THE FAMILY QUITE NICELY! NOW WE JUST HAVE TO FIND THE RIGHT DOG.

THE NEEL FAMILY <neeldj@topher.net>
Greenville, TX USA
Thursday, September 12, 1996 at 22:39:38 (EDT)

I have adopted a greyhound, black and white, and enjoy reading any information I can find. I was hesitant at first but she has become my best friend and I highly recommend a greyhound to anyone.

Nate Omodt <nlo20313@pegasus.cc.ucf.edu>
orlando, fl USA
Wednesday, September 11, 1996 at 22:46:05 (EDT)

Excellent site! Thanks for the referral to Buffalo Greyhound Adoption's Page. We haven't lived until we adopted "Crunchie Munchie (Belle)" and "Red Rock Zeke (Zeke)." For those interested, ex-racing Greyhounds make the best pets in the world -- you should get one (or two or ...)

John Coddington <bga@netsync.net>
Fredonia, NY USA
Wednesday, September 11, 1996 at 22:30:33 (EDT)

We have two adopted hounds, Jerome and Dudley. We are fostering a third, Bliss. The Wisconsin Dells track has permanently closed and the midwest has a large abundance of hounds.

Marc Merel
Chicago, IL USA
Wednesday, September 11, 1996 at 22:02:19 (EDT)

I own two greyhounds. They faithfully walk with me 3 miles everynight 7 days a week. Their names are Janie and Buckaroo.

David M. Kooker <dmk@alpha.sunquest.com>
Tucson, AZ USA
Wednesday, September 11, 1996 at 20:16:41 (EDT)

We've had Tug for 10 months now, I can't imagine what we did before we got him. We're hoping to add another to the family soon!

Scott & Darcy Coon <SASSEEE@aol.com>
Mill Creek, WA USA
Wednesday, September 11, 1996 at 02:20:26 (EDT)

I am very interested in providing a loving and warm home to a retired greyhound.

Doug Clark <clarkrd@umich.edu>
Dearborn Hts., MI USA
Tuesday, September 10, 1996 at 17:25:34 (EDT)

Terrific Information! My husband and I have two adopted greyhounds: Anubis and Beckam. And...both would rather EAT than breathe!

J Reedy <Masondun@aol.com>
Nashua, NH USA
Tuesday, September 10, 1996 at 09:31:43 (EDT)

I'm looking for info dealing with greyhounds and their short life span in the racing world for a research paper. Including abuses, breeding, euthanasia,training , etc. thanks!!

Lil <ryanocs@aol.com>
littleton, CO USA
Tuesday, September 10, 1996 at 00:22:38 (EDT)

We love your site!! We adopted our first greyhound, Cinder, a year ago and in June we got our second, Seguna. Adopting a greyhound was one of the best decisions we ever made and your web page has been a wonderful resource of greyhound information.

Agnes & John Porell
CT USA
Sunday, September 08, 1996 at 22:30:08 (EDT)

My freind molly has a brindle greyhound. His name is Bob, He is the most wonderful dog I have ever met and we became freinds right away. I think that they are the most beautiful amimals! Keep up the good work!

Jane <jane@four-d.com>
Burnsville, MN USA
Sunday, September 08, 1996 at 20:46:45 (EDT)

The more we research the adoption of a greyhound, the more this decision makes sense. Thanks for the information!

Michael and Lisa Cook <jimjo@novagate.com>
Grand Haven, MI USA
Sunday, September 08, 1996 at 13:08:13 (EDT)

Went to Greyhound Pets of Amer. today to start the adoption process. Your site helped us make decision. Great site, tremendously informative. Keep up the good work!

Marie Diamond
San Diego, CA USA
Sunday, September 08, 1996 at 01:05:58 (EDT)

Have two greys and would love a third, but my husband says if a third moves in, he'll move out. Hmmmm, I'll have to think it over.

ID
USA
Saturday, September 07, 1996 at 23:59:03 (EDT)

Very nicely done and very informative. Have been thinking about adopting a greyhound now for about a year and still checking it out. I have a Saluki that I show now.

Cheryl Kuck <dogwoods@compu.net>
Dover, TN USA
Saturday, September 07, 1996 at 18:48:51 (EDT)

A year ago I adopted Hollie, and what joy she has brought to our home. She is finally "smiling" most of the time! I recommend greyhounds to anyone searching for a great and loving companion.

Tamatha Dexter <gman@npcc.net>
USA
Friday, September 06, 1996 at 22:07:05 (EDT)

Myself and three greyhounds(Opals boy,Ears to ya and L.J's Miss Jay-da-dee) enjoyed your web page.

Jeff Harte
missoula, mt USA
Friday, September 06, 1996 at 00:22:45 (EDT)

Every greyhound owner knows the same thing
These dogs live to be loved. Czar would rather be petted than eat! Congratulations to all adoptive owners.

Margaret Eaton <southaussie@msn.com>
Terrace Park, OH USA
Wednesday, September 04, 1996 at 19:19:10 (EDT)

love your page - Reggie does too! He now eats his veggies thanks to advice i read here.

john hardell <john hardell_@prodigy.com>
boynton beach, fla USA
Wednesday, September 04, 1996 at 19:11:20 (EDT)

we adopted "catus cookie" now named penny and "???????" now named kramer. greyhounds are like potatoe chips---you can't have just one....greyhound pets of america/california handled our adoptions very professionally and thouroughly..i would reccomend a greyhound to any one that loves dogs....

rusty tennesen <waka@ix.com.com>
lakeside, ca USA
Monday, September 02, 1996 at 23:27:38 (EDT)

God Bless all who care of the animals. To Hell, with the one's who hurt god's animals.

M. Rhodes <call@usa.net>
Janesville, WI USA
Sunday, September 01, 1996 at 23:49:43 (EDT)

I rescued Shawnee nearly 3 years ago and she is the sweetest, most gentle pet I could imagine. I only wish I had done it sooner. I'm thinking about adopting a second greyhound soon!

Paula Rickert <Paula22@ix.netcom.com>
CT USA
Sunday, September 01, 1996 at 23:08:41 (EDT)

We have have Shilo Tim for 5 years from the Naples Track in Florida. Anyone out there have Shilo Slim his brother. Best damn dog we have ever had and anyone who need any questions answered just mail us.

James Mullins <jem@peganet.com>
Pt Charlotte, FL USA
Sunday, September 01, 1996 at 22:35:07 (EDT)

We adopted Sadie July '96 and are looking forward to adopting another in the future.

Jim & Laura <jkieltyj@ionet.net>
Broken Arrow, OK USA
Sunday, September 01, 1996 at 20:42:25 (EDT)

I have long wished to adopt a retired racer. Thanks for the info. Great site!

Jennifer Standring <brijen@iaw.on.ca>
Ridgeway, Ont. Canada
Saturday, August 31, 1996 at 17:24:12 (EDT)

We rescued I'm Windy nearly 3 years ago - he sure keeps me on line with my walking program! To rescue a greyhoud is to have a dear friend for life.

Sandi Chambers <2094971@mcimail.com>
Chattanooga, TN USA
Saturday, August 31, 1996 at 13:03:59 (EDT)

Just wanted you to know that today (8/30/96) we finally adopted a retired racing greyhound. Before making the decision to adopt, we spent many hours researching Greyhounds through your website, talking to friends who have adopted retired racers and reading Cynthia Brannigan's excellent book. We are very proud to have Hook n Eyes as part of our family now. Thanks for the excellent site loaded with information!

Chris Tedford <ctedford@verinet.com>
Fort Collins, CO USA
Saturday, August 31, 1996 at 00:23:16 (EDT)

We are a supporter of your work.

Nancy & Wayne Colburn <mfri640@erols.com>
Elkridge, MD. USA
Friday, August 30, 1996 at 22:17:09 (EDT)

MaryBelle is the greatest, most sweet, gentle dog. My life has never been so full and happy.

M. Valdez <M.Valdez@m.cc.utah.edu>
Salt Lake City, UT USA
Friday, August 30, 1996 at 14:36:40 (EDT)

Enjoyed the site. Took down a lot of information on adopting greyhounds.

Terri A. Thomas <born2run@city-net.com>
West Mifflin, PA USA
Thursday, August 29, 1996 at 20:59:41 (EDT)

I love my Greyhound Montana Skye. I adopted him from Carl Viener in 1993.Also not to forget our sweet Dakota Berga (aka little black dog ) we were graced with her presence for one year before she traveled to the Rainbow Bridge 2/14/96. Change your life forever SAVE A RACING GREYHOUND!!!!!

Sherene Good <starr2@ix.netcom.com>
Buford , GA USA
Wednesday, August 28, 1996 at 22:11:07 (EDT)

We love our blue greyhound, Cozy Velvet. We hope to meet some new friends for Cozy to run and play with.

Kim and Gil Agan <gilkim@radiks.net>
Omaha, Ne USA
Sunday, August 25, 1996 at 18:23:30 (EDT)

out standing page keep up the good work!!

richard a ssella <stellar3@ix.netcon.con>
phila, pa USA
Sunday, August 25, 1996 at 03:36:32 (EDT)

We have Sheba-for 5 years. Our minister and family are picking up Impulse tomorrow. Sheba has been an educator for many people in the mt of east Tennessee

donna <nicholsgw@earthlink.net>
Newport, TN USA
Saturday, August 24, 1996 at 22:14:50 (EDT)

Great site! We have 2 rescued Greyhounds, Phoenix & Stripes.

Dawn P. Zadeh <garmr@capital.net>
Hudson, NY USA
Saturday, August 24, 1996 at 20:54:33 (EDT)

I love my rescued greyhound, Kelly. She's the greatest pet!

Bonnie Benson <snugb@aol.com>
Middleburg Hts, OH USA
Saturday, August 24, 1996 at 19:00:20 (EDT)

This site made me very excited about becoming a Greyhound owner.

Julie <ouijiwoo@aol.com>
USA
Tuesday, August 06, 1996 at 22:22:31 (EDT)

loved your site. I have two rescued greyhounds,Honey and Ramses.

susan <S.J.Buehler@.cc.utah.edu.>
ut USA
Tuesday, August 06, 1996 at 16:43:19 (EDT)