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Available Dogs

Over 300 greyhound adoption groups work tirelessly to find happy homes for happy hounds. Contact a local adoption group to find the available hounds in your area. These hounds are available to special homes.

Explorer - in Texas

ExplorerExplorer is an apt name for this Irish born greyhound. He is fascinated by everything in his new life as a loved pet. If a closet door is open, he’s in there snooping around. His intelligence and curiosity leads him to check out every nook and cranny in his environment. Can you blame the lad? He can now really live up to his name and explore this new world of love and home and friends. If he could only find a home...

A mature, 80 lb, five year old, he knows his manners. He walks beautifully on leash, (once you get it on him, as the sight of it is VERY exciting). He waits to be served his dinner, he rides beautifully in the car, he shares his space with other hounds, he responds excellently to praise. OK, he will steal all the stuffie toys.  


Explorer loves people. He wants to be where you are, and be part of your life. Because of his excellent breeding, and illustrious racing career, Explorer, however, cannot live in a home with cats or small dogs. The person who loves him needs to understand that when out in public, he will be VERY interested in small dogs, and you must be alert to keep him focused on you, and not the small dog snack. He will listen, as he does like to please. He's been waiting over a year for that special person in his life. Is it you?

For complete information about Explorer, click here. To inquire about adopting him email GALT, or call Greyhound Adoption League of Texas at  (972) 503-4258

Kenzie - in Utah

Power

I've just arrived at Greyhound Gang. It's been a very long journey. I'm told I only have one journey left - to my forever home. I'm missing my buddy Jessie, who is still at Best Friends. She's been my rock. Maybe once I feel a little more secure, I'll start talking about my past. I just had a bath, and I'm a beautiful, rough, but soft coated, white gal, with a little fawn around the face and tail area. I've had puppies. I'm not so sure about this house thing. The car was OK. I really like other dogs, as they make me feel secure. I'm not so sure about people just yet. I'm a solid girl at 72 lbs. I am cat and little dog safe, as I don't have an agressive bone in my body. I did wag my tail and lick Claudia's hand today. She knows I just need some time and love. Email Claudia for more pictures or interest.

 

 

 

 

Jessie - in Utah

Ariel

Jessie came to Best Friends with Kenzie. A sighthound mix, with a sweet face, and a sassy coat, she was initially more out-going. Without Kenzie though she's gotten a little more reticient with people. Only 58 lbs, she does have a feathered tail and back end, which could indicate some Borzoi in her. Separated now from Kenzie, she's sad and hoping someone will love her soon. Contact Best Friends at 435-644-2001, or email Kristi

 

 

Power - in Utah

Power

I just love people, and love when things are happening around me. I want everyone to feel welcome, and I will crawl onto your lap, if you let me. People can't help but pet me, and say all the things I want to hear, like, "You are so soft. What a friendly guy you are. Aren't you handsome." It's all music to my ears, and I try to make them feel as good as they make me feel. I'm an excellent listener, and I will be everywhere you are. Some things I do well - travel, share a bed, watch TV with you, listen when you speak to me, make friends. A few things I don't do well is make friends with cats, and stick around when I'm off leash. My best home is one that brings me lots of places - work, therapy at hospitals, promotion work for greyhound adoption - just about anywhere. I love meeting new people and going out with you. I'm eight years very young. If you'd like to be my forever home, Email Claudia

 

 

 

Ariel - Northern Utah

Ariel Got an email saying a greyhound was tied up outside, and was going to be put down. There was another dog too. Drove there to find this petite, shaggy, greyhound mix, who is just adorable. Probably about 2 years of age. About 45 pounds. Happy and healthy, and looking for a home that will give her lots of exercise and other dogs to play with. Not cat safe. Enoch Animal Shelter took the older coon hound tied in the yard with her. Happy endings for all. Contact Sher Chandler at 801-737-4289 to adopt Ariel. Or Lady of Greys web site.

 

 

These 'golden' hounds are in Oregon - GPA-NW. Carol

 

CAROL is a little 7-year-old girl with a beautiful black coat.  At the conclusion of her racing career, Carol had a litter of pups who are now following in her footsteps.  Carol’s unique claim to fame is that she plays muzzle fetch.  If her muzzle is thrown for her, she runs after it and actually brings it back for more!  Carol is a very sensitive, loving Greyhound who will adore the sensitive person who will play with her.  Carol gets along fine with other dogs and with cats.  Carol has no known medical issues. Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

 

Zip

ZIP is a beautiful brindle female who celebrates her 11th birthday in May.  Zip had a memorable racing career and then retired to a farm in the Midwest.  Zip came to GPA-Northwest a few years ago and enjoyed retirement with her adopter for quite some time.  Upon the death of her owner late last year, Zip was returned to GPA-Northwest so that she could find a new home for her final years.  Zip is in excellent medical condition.  Zip instantly warms the hearts of everyone who meets her and gets along with everyone – canine or feline.  The twinkle in her eye seems to sparkle a little brighter when she hears her theme song – “Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay, My, oh my what a wonderful day!  Plenty of sunshine heading my way, Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay!”  Her song truly sums up her whole attitude. Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

Kathy

JOCK is a 6 ½-year-old white with brindle male who came to GPA-Northwest originally from Juarez.  Due to changes in his adoptive family, Jock has returned to us to find a new home.  Jock also has a lush soft coat, walks great on a leash, loves to play with toys and does best with another dog in the home.  Known as “Jolly Jock-a-roo”  to his foster family, he is definitely a “keeper” is their estimation. Everyone who meets Jock falls in love with him and Jock loves nothing more than to rest his head in a lap for rubs and scratches.  Jock needs a home free of little dogs and cats.  Jock is in tip-top shape. Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

 

ArnoldARNOLD is a beautiful 10 year old who spent many of his years reigning as king of his racing kennel.  Arnold is now enjoying playing with the two older female Greyhounds in his foster home.  He is in fantastic shape, enjoys walks and conspiring with the other Greyhounds to get treats.  Arnold would not mind sharing his living space with a feline or two.  Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

 

Al

AL is a handsome gentleman who will be 10 in July.  Al was returned to GPA-Northwest to find a new home due to changes in his family.  Al has always shared a home with another Greyhound and seems to enjoy their company.  He loves to play with squeaky toys, walks on the beach, and just being with his people.  He is very well behaved and being a quick learner, knows several commands.  Al needs a home where there are no cats and, due to a recent pinched nerve in his neck, should avoid stairs. Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

 

Arnold

BLONDIE is a 6-year-old red fawn beauty.  She doesn’t have a clue that she’s six and loves to be in the midst of activity.  Blondie, contrary to most Greyhounds, is a bit of a watch dog and she’s vigilant about patrolling the yard for squirrels.  Blondie is very affectionate and gets along fine with the male Greyhound in her foster family.  Blondie can be a bit bossy with other females and finds cats to be much too appetizing.  She is in wonderful shape.  Blondie has damage to one eye from an infection earlier in her life, but she has no vision deficit and her eye drops are continuing to be decreased. Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

Al

DUSTY is a white with blue brindle female who will be 7 in July.  Dusty has a soft, lush coat and loves nothing more than a good belly rub.  She is very affectionate and loving, gets along great with other dogs.  She loves to play with toys, go for walks and cuddle up with her person.  She’s quite inquisitive and loves to investigate new things.  Dusty needs a home without cats.  Dusty has no known medical issues. Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

 

Arnold

 

ROSIE is an 8-year-old white with red female who had a litter of puppies following the end of her racing career.  Rosie is a loveable clepto who likes to collect things around her.   Rosie can be a bit bossy at initial introductions to other Greyhounds, but she lives comfortably with both male and female Greyhounds in her foster home.  Rosie has also lived with cats and small dogs successfully.  Rosie was born with an overbite, which didn’t get in the way of eating, but did cause damage to her teeth.  She has lost a number of teeth and has gingivitis, so she needs constant attention to her teeth.  Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

 

 

Al

TYNY is not at all what her name implies.  Tyny is a statuesque white with brindle female, blessed with plenty of energy for a 6-year-old.  Tyny is affectionate and thinks the best place for her head is in her person’s lap so it can be petted.  When she gets excited Tyny will jump straight up in the air.  Tyny is a fun Greyhound who needs a home without cats (she considers them to be her arch enemy).  She loves to run laps in her backyard and playing with any toy that squeaks.  Tyny lives in a foster home with other Greyhounds and has no medical issues. Contact Carol thru email or call at 800-366-1472.

 

 

KathyKathy

 

Kathy is being treated for high blood pressure with medication.  Kathy is a very sweet lady who enjoys her walks and hasn’t found anything in life to throw her off her happy-go-lucky course.  She is very secure and a devoted companion. Kathy is 13.

 

 

 

 

Almost Home for Hounds

Almost Home for Hounds has many many dogs needing homes. These pictures are representative of the dogs there. It is always changing. There are also many, many young ones, that haven't been handled, and so are a long term opportunity. If homes aren't found, they never get a chance at love.

If you have room in your heart or home, and live in:

I'm happy to help with any questions, just email me.

Mariah

MariahMariah, now a year and a half, has been at AHH since she was 6 weeks old. She has a blind eye, but it doesn't stop her from playing and being very affectionate. She's the kind of gal that doesn't like PDA, but will lavish affection on you on her terms. She'd be a great only dog, or with an active male mixed breed. She has a gorgeous masked face, and still has the long hair of puppiness. She's a tall, big boned gal, and all greyhound. Will you be the one to fall in love with her.

 

 

 

Star

StarAnother long termer at AHH, Star feels safest in her crate even after six months. Such a pretty fawn girl, now almost two, she still gets so scared, that she'll pee if anyone other than Dr. Weir tries to touch her. She's just asking for someone to understand her, give her time, and love her. A break through recently occurred, when during turn-out, she actually jumped up and touched Dr. Weir's back. That's what these shy ones do, they want to approach you, but they don't want you to see them. Are you a patient person, who sees the little improvements, and can wait for the bigger ones? We hope to find the person that will let Star's light shine.

 

 

Crumpet

Crumpet

 

Crumpet is a waif of a hound, at only about 40 lbs. Fun, silly and affectionate, as only a one and a half year old can be, she's just waiting for her home. She had parvo, but is all recovered.

 

 

 

Boston

Power HeadAnother very bashful hound, Boston has graduated to the living room at Almost Home for Hounds. She won't run out of the room, if she recognizes you, but if you are a stranger, she'll dash out the dog door. She did allow her photo to be taken though, and she really just needs an understanding home with other dogs to help her know love.

 

 

SierraSierra

 

Another beautiful, bashful hound, Sierra has been at AHH for over a year. She will approach people she knows, albiet tentatively. She just needs an understanding home, with other out-going hounds, that will let her blossom in her own time.

 

 

 

Sugarplum

Sugarplum

Crumpet's sister, she's a silly, happy, ready to go into a home 18 month old greyhound. Petite, at about 40 lbs, adorable in everything she does, she will need lots of exercise, as she's a youngster.

 

 

 

 

No Names

Some hounds come from farms without names or history. It's a blank slate for them, but the future holds only goodness. Bid in the Gang's Auction for a chance to give one of these hounds a name so their lives can start anew.

NOTE: The Greyhound Gang is currently fundraising to help the over 50 hounds at Almost Home for Hounds and so we are not directly placing many greyhounds, except some very special ones. However, we do refer to these groups in our area, and are happy to answer any questions.

If you live in Utah:

2nd Chance Greyhounds - John Burt - 801-571-2439
Utah Rescue & Adoption - Sheri Chandler - 801-737-4289
GPA - Salt Lake City - Rebecca Doersam - 801-712-7800

To adopt greyhounds in the Las Vegas & southern Utah Area contact:

Greyhound Rescue & Adoption - Janice Ziola - 702-565-8892
GPA - Southern Nevada - Judy Currier - 702-392-5822
Greyhound Adoption Center - Dana Provost - 702-281-2538

If you live in another state, please contact a group in your geographic area. Adopting locally is the right thing to do. You'll have support and get to know other greyhound lovers in your area. To find a local group, please go to the Adoption Group List or Greyhound Project's Agency Directory, for a very complete, excellent world-wide list.

 

 


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