Loved Hound

Your hound can be featured as a Loved Hound, too. Just bid in Greyhound Gang's on-line auction (during the first two weeks of every month) for your chance to be spotlighted. Once you've won, I'll contact you to get your story. You'll email me pictures, and text, and the following month, this is where you and your hound will be. Loved Hound. Our wish - love for them all.

Georgia Houndiez - written by Bonnie Knadler

Maya

How do I count the ways?...I love all my hounds, so I just couldn’t pick just one to feature. Here is the GA Houdiez story.

GA Houndiez started in February 2006. We had recently moved to Wrens, GA from Maryland. Our first greyhound, Tony's Warrior, passed away tragically and unexpectedly at the age of 8 years old from seizures and a stroke. It was the most difficult time of our lives. We were determined to make something constructive come out of this heartbreaking event.

We decided within days after Tony passed, to look for a greyhound pup. We had always wondered what a baby grey would be like. We were able to locate one, and made arrangements to transport and adopt Bullet. Our lives have never been the same! Within a day of making these arrangements, we were approached by a local greyhound rescue, about taking a five year old male that was suffering from severe abuse. One look at Murphy, and we were hooked. In February 2006, the GA Houndie Boyz were on the scene. In March 2007, we went to Sandy Paws. My husband, Rich had always wanted a female hound, and along came Pookie. In June of 2007, the GA Houndiez Boyz became the GA Houndiez. In July of 2008, Kris joined the scene and we had a full crew. We devote our free time to training and enjoying our own hounds, as well as helping with the local greyhound rescue in the area as much as we can.

Bullet Bullet- L'il Bullet - (Registered Name: Bonnie's Bullet) 3 years old

Arriving in February 2006, Bullet is the hound that makes you feel like you are his world. His unconditional love and joie de vivre can make an ordinary day spectular and a bad day a good one. He is completely dedicated to his family. He plays frisbee, soccer, and ball, making it look effortless and graceful. He is our "action adventure hound" and also loves to watch tv. His favorite shows are the Dog Whisperer, Westminster Kennel Club, Animated Movies, and any type of action adventure. He has brought much joy and happiness into our lives.

Murphy

Murphy-(Registered Name: U Too Iceman) 9 years old

Arriving just a day after Bullet in February 2006, Murphy is very sensitive, shy, and loving. Racing well until he was five years of age, he was returned, suffering from severe abuse, by two homes. Finding his niche here with us, he is a devoted family member. We can only say that his former family's loss, was definitely our gain. Countless hours were spent to earn Murphy's trust, and he has repaid us ten-fold. His thick fawn fur reminds us of a teddy bear, which earned him the nickname Sugar Bear. At nine, he is still playful and extremely close to both of us. We absolutely adore our blondie!

Pookie

Pookie-(Registered Name: Se's Run Upfront)

Arriving in June of 2007, Pookie is the epitome of graciousness, hospitality, and southern charm. She is lovingly called, "our rose among the thorns". She plays hard with her brother, Bullet and can give as hard as she takes. She adores playing frisbee, soccer, and ball and especially loves to lounge in her play pool in the GA sun. Pookie was a breeder's dog, and adopted and returned before we found her by accident. It was definitely a greyt day for us!

Kris

Kris-(Registered Name: Shannon Downs It's About Time -2 year old, white and fawn brindle whippet)

Storming onto the scene in July of 2008, Kris quickly found his way deep into our hearts. With his spectacular speed and charm, he is a very loving companion hound. He also plays frisbee, ball, and soccer with his brother Bullet, and sister, Pookie. His adorable marbled pink and black nose are just the icing on the cake!! He is loyal, and stays by my side constantly as much as he can. His expressive face truly depicts the lively and deep character of his soul.

Thank you for the opportunity to share about my own hounds, it is truly an unexpected pleasure.