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We just finished producing a number of airport ads for your project and we are delighted that our contributions will help find new homes for deserving greyhounds across the country!

Jon Fritz/Tom Ortalano <jon@tkovisual.com>
Allentown, PA USA
Wednesday, December 31, 1997 at 11:12:50 (EST)

One of the most elegant, regal creatures on this earth is the Greyhound. The tour was not only fun, but it was informative. I'm adding your link to my page, and hopefully another beauty will find a new, loving home.

Excellent sight! We have adopted two greyhounds from St. Croix Meadows Adoption program in Wisconsin and are hooked for life. If anyone else is in the area drop us a line. We are looking into doing some sort off active promotion of the adoption of greyhounds in this area,any advice would be appreciated.

We had the privilege of keeping a greyhound for a friend and fell in love w ith the breed. After an unsuccessful attempt at the adoption of an Australian Shepherd, our experience with the greyhound was quite refreshing. We hope to adopt our own greyhound soon.

My husband and I are thinking of getting another dog. We had to put to sleep my 10 yr. mixed last Nov. We have 3 children ages 8,5,and 3 as well as 3 cats, fish and a turtle. We are leaning toward a greyhound because of the loving nature of the breed. And the fact that when they come home they are not tiny pups that I would have to worry about my children loving to death. This is a great web site that we have found has answered alot of unanswered questions. I guess our next step would be to find an adoption group in my area. Perhaps the next time we tap into this web we will be telling all of you about our new family member.

We are just beginning our family and we have an infant. We are planning to have more and I was just wondering if anyone had any comments about Greyhounds and very young children. I know that no dogs can be left alone with young children, but our Cocker Spaniel is getting up there in years and he's not very good with any children. He really just ignores our son, but we were thinking about maybe getting a Greyhound after the Cocker Spaniel. Any thoughts or comments are welcomed about my query. Thanks.

My son and I found your site today and responded to a woman's request for further information on Greyhound adoption. I can't begin to explain the joy of owning a Greyhound! We filled out an application for adoption through Greyhound Rescue of Sugar Loaf, NY in December of 1996. Three days after Easter, I received a phone call from Karen of Greyhound Rescue letting me know that she had a "match". Goliath was rescued from a track in Florida on Easter Sunday and we were scheduled to meet him in two days. My Dad and I, with my 11 year old son (to test the likes children part)went to pick him up.When I saw him for the first time and he put his head on my shoulder, that was the beginning of special relationship. We have 3 cats and 3 young boys, so my husband and I were concerned about an "older" dog...Goliath is just starting his "puppyhood" he was never able to enjoy. He and the cats live very contently together..and he loves the boys...his playmates! I can't imagine our family without him. He is very loveable and devoted to us all, especially his "Mom". He is very clean and surprisingly for his 77 pounds, very agile in our home. Many people are unaware that Greyhounds don't smell..their fur is quite different from many other breeds. Thease dogs need a second chance and I can assure you that you won't be disappointed.

My husband and I adopted a light blue brindle(the rarest color), male-almost four years ago. What a delight he is. Would not trade this boy for a million bucks. He came to us through the Michigan Greyhound people. He raced in Iowa and in Oregon. How can anyone NOT own a grey!!

Written somewhere in my DNA is a code for loving greyhounds. I cannot explain it any other way. They are simply the most beautiful creatures on earth--elegant, graceful, aristocratic, and with the kindness afforded such regal beings. My three greyhounds are the light of my life. I will never allow any other kind of dog to own me, I think. These beautiful animals have possessed my heart since I first saw a photograph of one when I was a child. It is my sorrow that I cannot rescue all of them; I am pleased there are so many who love them as much as I do.

I just had to put my 8 year old Bowser down because he had a brain tumor.We spent six years with this wonderful animal and we all miss him. However, I now have two more greyt dogs, Ray and Fena, both 4 years old, along with my Australian Shepherd Sparky and a calico cat. I would have taken all the dogs at the adoption center if I had the room!! I do need some advice, though. Sparky and Ray are both very good about not going potty in the house. Fena is not so great at it. Any advice?

just adopted a 4 1/2 year old this week. he gets along great with my 1 year old golden, but she tends to tire him out quickly. interested in any special tips on caring for these dogs.

What a great site!! We have two of our own, Maddie and Zoey. They are wonderful pets.

I am Kim.Me and my husband adopted our first grey in Birmingham Alabama in Jan.96.His name is warren.He is a big beautiful light brindle male.We had never seen a greyhound untill then.It was love at first sight.He has a beautiful prance when he walks,it`s as if he is in a show ring.He was 5yrs.old when we adopted,now he will be 8 in January.He shares his home with other greys that we have for adoption.We started our adoption agency inMay but didn`t get any greys till Sept.So far we`ve had one adoption.He was a very pretty white with brindle spots,male.We still have a beautiful large red brindle male left.But he doesn`t seem to mind,he likes to play with our Warren.Would enjoy hearing from others like myself.

We are thinking of adopting soon. Your site is such a help Thanks for all your hard work!

We adopted Karen, a light brindle, about three years ago from the Birmingham racetrack. She is great, like our third daughter. We are always considering another! She is a constant joy to us and our three cats! Happy Holidays to all!

I will be spending some time in Elmira NY from 12/26-29 and my 3 greys will be with me. If anyone wants to get together e-mail me before noon 12/24. Have a safe and happy holiday. (I'm dreaming of a grey Christmas)

A beautiful red female greyhound (Sukie) joined our family last week. She is so sweet! Smiles and kisses all the time. Loves her fenced in yard an new sister (Molly, a labrador). Both dogs get along very well and share toys and soft cushions. Sukie has claimed Momma's bed as her own and snuggles up close at night.

I have been owned by Ben-Ion Ben Around for 4 years now. Before Ben came into my life, all I owned were Afghan Hounds Now I know there will always be room for a Greyhound in my house.

I adopted a greyhound a fawn brindle boy 30 inches at the shoulder and I love him so much. Along with my two kids my grehound and my lurcher are the most important things in my life. Greyhounds are wonderful, they take effort but they are worth every moment. Get a greyhound, but ubnderstand wht these amazing creatures are first

WE JUST WANT TO WISH EVERYBODY A GREYT NEW YEAR. REMEMBER , YOU CAN ALWAYS FIND ROOM IN YOUR HEART[OR ON YOUR COUCH] FOR A RETIRED RACER..BEST OF ALL TO YOU IN 98 STEVE &GAIL ALONG WITH GOZAR THE GOZARIEN AND DOG SHAMDOG

Congrats on a very informative and interesting site. We had to put our dog down and the place is not the same without him. We are considering adopting a greyhound for our next pal. from what we have read they sound like great family dogs.

we adopted "Marge", a tan and white, 3 year old female in July 3, l997. She came into a family consisting of l golden retriever/german shepherd, and 1 black lab/springer spaniel, 2 children, guinea pigs, a free-roaming rabbit and numerous other pets. She has adjusted fine, no problem adjusting to other dogs, however did chase and catch rabbit, but didn't hurt it. She likes jazz music when left alone and loves people. She is outgoing, pretty smart, was easily housebroken and is a great pet and companion. I would encourage anyone thinking of greyhound adoption to do so. Oh, Marge came from Idaho.

I'd like to adopt a Greyhound in the near future

We have 3 greyhounds, and have only stopped there because our house doesn't have any more room! Harvey was our first, he's a 4 1/2 yr old blue. Ebony was next...she's 5 1/2, and is all black. and we recently adopted Dreamer. He's the 'old man' at 8 1/2. He's red and white. We also have 2 children and a cat. There isn't a more perfect pet then the greyhound!

I've adopted a new friend,"Spikey", a 4 year old fawn male out of Arizona. We have yet to see snow in Calgary, but Spikey is now a proud Canadian who can't wait to see his first Stampede. But for winter I'm designing and making him a polar fleece coat so he can be in vogue.

I adopted a two year old sheltie about 6 months ago. He is a funny little dog, very gregarious and active, about 25 pounds. My daughter and I take him running with us almost every day. He is ok at running, but not real focused on the task at hand. I wonder how a greyhound would do as a running companion?

We have two retired racers. My male Trey is four today. He is a beautiful dark brindle. Our female is Bronte. She is five and is a fawn. She is our escape artist, having opened the gate outside recently. We were never so scared, but she walked up to us!

I have been interested in Greyhounds for as long as I can remember. I have always been interested in adopting one. They seem to be such sweet and loving animals. I would love any information about these lovely creatures. I do have two ferrets (which I took in), a part Golden Retriever part Chow dog (that I found in my parents neighborhood), and a cat (which I adopted from a wonderful agency). Would a Greyhound get along with these animals? Are they more submissive animals or dominant? I loved this website. It is full of information. I've already bookmarked it and plan on returning again!!

THINKING OF ADOPTING.

we have two greyhounds. they are the most easy going dogs. I think that they are the ideal pet for someone who wants companionship. They are usually low maintenance and are more than happy to just be loved.

HO! HO! HO! The National Greyhound Adoption Program VA will host a meet & greet on December 20, 12-3 @ PetSmart Green- brier Parkway. There will be a GREYT selection of greyhound items for that last minute shsopper. Stop by and meet "Pepper", "Buck", "Amber", "Annie", "Blake" and their humans. Happy Howl-idays from NGAP!

Will think about it for the future.

I just had to put my beautiful 7 year old boy to sleep with bone cancear. two and a half years just wasn't enough time with the "perfect" dog. I have addopted another brindle, what a guy, he is completely opposite, but a challange. He completely destroyed my house the first day alone, but he is trying and has never had loving in his life...Glad to find this site..

I would be interested if there is an adoption center in the Richmond Virginia, Washington DC area.

M.R.Monteiro <m1928@fls.infi.net>
Fredericksburg, va USA
Tuesday, December 09, 1997 at 18:57:11 (EST)

the 3 amigos just wanted to say how greyt the site is!!! Remington, Kasey, and Lady as the Bug

Beth Kinard <only1bug@aol.com>
Wrightsville, PA USA
Tuesday, December 09, 1997 at 17:59:26 (EST)

Fabulous information for anyone interested in adopting one of these majestic animals. I have been thinking about getting a dog, and now that I have visited this page..... I know it is going to be a beautful greyhound!

C. Smith <AUTigr1995@aol.com>
Columbia, SC USA
Sunday, December 07, 1997 at 21:20:33 (EST)

Hi I've been thinking about adopting a greyhound but my older sister said that it won't work because we only have the adoption kit and not the reall Catz and Dogz program. I'm 10 years old and I'm getting the Catz program for Christmas and I can't wait! Well Thats all I have to say bye.

aimee <cmarkie @ golden.net>
kitchener, ont canada
Sunday, December 07, 1997 at 11:37:56 (EST)

I've been thinking about adopting a greyhound for a while now, but the information you have provided has helped me make up my mind! I'll be opening my doors for one of these wonderful dogs very soon! Keep providing the great information you do...these dogs are worth it.

Kasey Wheeler <Brightbird@aol.com>
Newalla, OK USA
Sunday, December 07, 1997 at 09:28:44 (EST)

Cool page, thanks. I've adopted two ex-racers- Ringo Blue and Reba Jane- they are wonderful!!

Kathy <Roknsol@aol.com>
Gobles, Mi USA
Saturday, December 06, 1997 at 18:44:51 (EST)

LACEY also jon and leanna clayton i ADOPTED THEM ABOUT 2.5 YEARS AGO AND HAVE THEM WELL TRAINED i NEVER RACD BECAUSE THEY SAID THAT I WAS TO SLOW (JUST TO LAZY TO WORK THAT HARD) I AM A VERY BEAUTIFUL BLACK ON WHITE 4.5 YEAR OLD I WAS RAISED IN OK AND MET MY ADOPTEES THRU GPA/O.K. CHERYL AND SHAHNA ARE WODERFUL PEOPLE AND WILL HELP YOU FIND PEOPLE TO ADOPT

JHCLAY13@aol.com
Fayetteville, nNNC USA
Saturday, December 06, 1997 at 12:13:32 (EST)

Great Page! I love the "A Tail to Tell" section. We recently lost our first greyhound. And when I saw the poem of a black greyhound (our girl was black) it made me think of her. The poem is like it was written just for her! Thank you for having it there. Oh, you're doing a great job with everything, too. P.S. Check out my web page and read the story of our dog.

Rachel Brooks <rachel@iamnow.com>
Bradford, NH USA
Saturday, December 06, 1997 at 00:25:01 (EST)

Lazer adopted us in 1992...he's a sweet dog, shy and quiet. We love him dearly. Please let everyone know what wonderful pets the greyhounds are...every loving family should have one!

Sudell Riley <SUDELLR@AOL.COM>
Colo Springs, CO USA
Friday, December 05, 1997 at 22:36:21 (EST)

I'm 18yrs. old and I confinced my parents to get a greyhound. "Annabelle Liz" is the best dog we have ever had.. She has so much personality and she's so obedient. I encourage everyone to adopt a greyhound-THEY ARE THE BEST!!!!!!

Tracy Hood <T600318H@EDINBORO.EDU>
EDINBORO, PA USA
Thursday, December 04, 1997 at 21:20:52 (EST)

I adopted "Mocha," a fawn-colored sweetheart of just over 5-years old on October 22. I read all about greyhounds through other sources, but I just wish I'd found your site before! Great information and resources! Of course, I feel like I'm "preaching to the choir" about how wonderful these animals are, but "Mocha" is the best spokesdog for adoption in the world! When we sit at Starbucks for coffee and conversation, people all stop and ask all about her. She's docile, kind, quiet, and very sweet, so her fans are legion! With all the questions, I hand out cards for the Colorado Greyhound Adoption contacts. I'm so lucky to have a "fast friend" like Mocha in my life!

Al Fogleman
Denver, CO USA
Thursday, December 04, 1997 at 18:00:14 (EST)

Love this page, and these dogs. I have Labrador's but I am a lover of all creatures. I saw my first off track Greyhound at a Mall in Buffalo last year. It was at a large pet shop and the first I had ever heard of your program. I think it is wonderful. I loved the female they had there. She was so quiet and shy and almost fearful, but still loving even to complete strangers. Send me more info. If I can talk my husband in to another critter in the house, I would love to get one at some point in the future. My girls are full sisters from the same litter, do you have information about the compatibility of Labs with the Greyhounds. Labs are lovers, I don't see a problem unless there is something in the greyhound personality that I am not aware of. Also, I have 6 grandchildren, they would have to like children. I know some breeds are wonderful but not rec. for around small children. How about the Greyhounds?? Their situation is so sad. They are so beautiful. Put me on your mailing list definitely!!!

Kathleen B. Claypoole <Iwrish@aol.com>
Lower Burrell, Pa. USA
Wednesday, December 03, 1997 at 22:53:00 (EST)

Thanks, I love our Greyhound

Dorothy Luker <Dotl233@aol.com>
Sazn Antonio, Tx USA
Wednesday, December 03, 1997 at 11:47:56 (EST)

my GREYHOUND almost tore through the window to bite the mailman! I guess he had to many bills!

leo wagstaff <www@aol.kscopeye.com>
st.louis, mo USA
Wednesday, December 03, 1997 at 11:18:45 (EST)

Thanks for creating a great site! We have two greyhounds, a male tan brindle, Jake, and a female black brindle, Beth. I have enjoyed finding greyhound sites and seeing pics of other greyhounds. Beth has German Shepard Pannus in her eyes and earlier this fall she had surgery to remove one eye. It's amazing how well she has recovered. The week after her surgery, she went on an 8-mile hiking trail in the mountains that included 3,500 feet in elevation gain! What a great dog! We love our dogs very much and know that we will adopt more when the time comes. We have a good-sized yard and are always on the lookout for other greyhounds who might want to come play or for enclosed spaces we can turn them loose in. We're in the west Denver metro area if anyone has suggestions.

Stephanie Wood <swood@dnvr.uswest.net>
Wheatridge, CO USA
Wednesday, December 03, 1997 at 10:19:37 (EST)

I really enjoyed your site. I was glad to find it. Now I know where I can find an adoption agency near my home. I am hoping to be able to adopt a greyhounds soon. They seem like wonderful pets!

DeAndra Caudill <pufnstuf78@hotmail.com>
winchester, ky USA
Wednesday, December 03, 1997 at 00:24:50 (EST)

I finally found your website have been looking for awhile. Have 2 greyhounds Steeler a Blue steel. He will be 12yrs old in July 1998. I got him 5 1/2 yrs ago . I was he 5th home he had trouble with his other homes since he was such a mess and his name fit him he loves to steal stuff off the tables and counters we just learned to put things away so he cant reach them, Just a few days ago I found out Steeler has bone cancer in his right front leg. He is on pain pills and doing better but in time a few weeks to a month he will have to be put to sleep. I will be hard he has been my best friend and buddy. I also own another greyhound Princess I found her running around my neighborhood. She almost got hit by a car. I got a hold or her took her home. Called the rescue. They looked for her owners and we posted ads in the local papers and on poles in the neighborhood no one claimed her and I'm happy shes a doll we have had her for about 3 yrs.

BettyG. Pearce <Bpearce265@aol.com>
Aurora, co USA
Tuesday, December 02, 1997 at 22:00:52 (EST)

My daughter is thinking of adopting a greyhound and I wanted to learn more about them. Very nice site.

diane <Cakemoon@aol.com>
Bayside, NY USA
Tuesday, December 02, 1997 at 17:04:35 (EST)

this site wasvery informative, I used it for a persuasive speech about the adopption of retired greyhounds and found it very helpful! Thanks!

Laurel Filzen <superhorn@hotmail.com>
USA
Tuesday, December 02, 1997 at 14:40:35 (EST)

Cool site!!!

S Rose <SRose3930@aol.com>
Lutz, FL USA
Tuesday, December 02, 1997 at 01:13:16 (EST)

I adopted "Chick" a little over a week ago now. She is a 3 yr. old retired racer. I already had two cats and was a little hesitant. We found each other by accident at a local Animal Shelter. She is truly the love of my life, more affection than one person can handle. I have one problem with Chick. She is destructive when left alone. I have to crate her when I go to work. It breaks my heart to do this to her, she pouts tremendously, won't even take a treat from me after she's in the crate. She is already housebroken after just a week so I know she is incredibly intelligent. Do you think she will grow out of this destructiveness? She destroyed my bedspread and sheets today. Not her fault bless her heart, I didn't latch the crate door far enough. Anyone who is thinking of adopting a grey could'nt find a more affectionate friend.

Susan Howard <Susan.t.howard@worldnet.att.net>
Sarasota, FL USA
Monday, December 01, 1997 at 19:22:40 (EST)

Always had a "crush" on greyhounds. Maybe with a program like this one, I may adopt!

Tulla Zambetis <tullaz@cisnet.com>
Boardman, OH USA
Monday, December 01, 1997 at 16:50:05 (EST)

I am very interested in adopting a greyhound, but first i am trying to learn as much as i can about them. If someone can email me with information!

Nathan Bills <Billsn@db.erau.edu>
Daytona Beach, Fl USA
Monday, December 01, 1997 at 16:17:15 (EST)