GreytHounds of Eastern Michigan -
GreytHounds of Eastern MI, or GEM is a non-profit volunteer
organization aimed at educating the public and raising awareness about the
Greyhound. This website is jam packed with information and some great
shots of these loving dogs. Learn all about these dogs and how to adopt
one.
Greyhound Gang Adoption - The Greyhound Gang is
an all volunteer, non-profit, tax-exempt organization. All donations go
directly to the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of ex-racing
greyhounds. This site has some of the cutest graphics through out the
site, as I have not seen them anywhere else I can only assume there is an
artist in the group. A really nice well put together site with lots of
information.
Greyhounds Galore - This
site hails from Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Scotland and has a multitude of
Greyhound history. If there is anything you want to know about this breed,
the Greyhound, this is the place to go.
Greyhound Protection League - The Greyhound
Protection League (GPL) is a national, non-profit organization dedicated
to protecting greyhounds from the exploitation and abuses inherent in the
greyhound racing industry. This site is straight forward, even blunt but
certainly puts the message out.
GreyHeart Greyhound Rescue - We are a registered,
non-profit organization. We are completely independent and supported
through donations and fund raising efforts. We are not affiliated with any
race track or racing organization and do not condone the greyhound racing
industry. this is a nice site with ado[ption information and online
adoption forms and Greyhound information.
Michigan Greyhound Connection - The Michigan Greyhound
Connection, Michigan's original greyhound rescue group. Established in
1989, is a private, non-profit, volunteer-run organization. Michigan
Greyhound Connection is committed to finding responsible and loving
adoptive homes for retired racing greyhound dogs and educating the public
about the inhumane treatment of these dogs by the greyhound racing
industry.
Second Chance for Greyhounds - Second Chance for
Greyhounds was founded in 1986 by Helen Banks of Bonita Springs, Florida.
Helen was one of the first people to organize and rescue ex-racers,
inspired when she discovered the reality of what happens to this graceful
breed of dog when they no longer "make the grade" at the race track
National
Greyhound Adoption Program - This non profit corporation is
headquartered in Philadelphia, but most of the Greyhounds come from other
areas of the country. Initially all of the Greyhounds first come to the
Philadelphia kennel facility. These people will ship your new pet
throughout the country via various airlines to the closest affiliated
airport near you or they may be picked up at the facility in Philadelphia.
Renewed Life for Greyhounds - The mission
staement of this site says it all: "It is our mission to help Greyhounds.
We focus on YOU as the adopter, to make sure your adopted greyhound is a
perfect fit as a new member of your family. We pride ourselves on quality
adoptions not quantity".
USA
Defender of Greyhounds - USA Defenders of Greyhounds is one
of the oldest and largest rescue organizations in the country, and one of
a very few multi-state groups which are totally independent from all
aspects of the dog racing industry. Their ultimate goal:"Our ultimate goal
is to bring an end to the use, abuse, and senseless destruction of
greyhounds bred for racing. There have been many success stories over the
past few years, but there is much more work to be done."
Syracuse Area Greyhound Adoption, Inc. -
Syracuse Area Greyhound Adoption, Inc. was founded in 1996.
SAGA is a nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to placing retired
racing greyhounds in loving and responsible homes.
Maine Greyhound Placement Service - Maine
Greyhound Placement Service (MGPS) is a humane, non-profit organization
dedicated to finding loving, responsible homes for retired racing
greyhounds that can no longer compete on the racetrack. MGPS is operated
by volunteers and depends on fundraising for its operating expenses.
Greyhound Pets Inc. -
Welcome to Greyhound Pets Inc. is a section 501(c)(3)
non-profit organization established in 1985 to find homes for retired
racing greyhounds. To date they have placed more than 3,700 of these
wonderful greyhounds! Their placement efforts of the greyhounds is
restricted to the Washington, Idaho, west Montana, northern Oregon,
British Columbia and Alberta areas only.
Greyhounds Unlimited - The greyhound rescue
Society of Texas, Inc, DBA Greyhounds unlimited is a non-profit
organization committed to finding caring and responsible homes for retired
racing greyhounds and rescued greyhounds. The site is full of information
on Greyhounds and this organization.
Greyhound Options, Inc. -
Greyhound Options Inc. is a non-profit, tax-exempt
corporation dedicated to the responsible placement of retired racing
greyhounds. They are based in Western MA with active placement
representatives from Enfield, CT to Easthampton, MA and from Westfield, MA
to Ware, MA.
Personalized Greyhounds, Inc. - Personalized
Greyhounds, Inc. is a Pennsylvania non-profit corporation providing
Greyhound adoption services in the Harrisburg and surrounding areas.The
staff is all volunteers, dedicated to finding loving, qualified homes for
former racing Greyhounds, and educating the public about these wonderful
dogs.
Oregon Greyhound Rescue -
Another well put together informative site about
Greyhounds, their background and future, care, feeding, needs and
adoption.
Ohio Greyhound Placement, Inc. -
Ohio Greyhound Placement, Inc. is a nonprofit,
volunteer-run organization dedicated to placing retired racers in
qualified homes. Our purpose is not simply to place greyhounds in homes,
but to ensure a successful and happy adoption for both the dog and the
family.
North Coast Greyhound Support -
An well written site with a touching story on how they
started out adopting greyhounds. Lots of information and adoption
contacts. Another site dedicated to finding homes for this friend of man
the greyhound.
New Jersey Greyhound Adoption Program, Inc.
- NJ GAP is a volunteer, non profit, organization which is
recognized by the New Jersey State Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program. We are
nationally networked and operate from a "Virtual Office". The group has
over twenty years of greyhound experience and places ten to fifteen
greyhounds per month. Prior to adoption all greyhounds are: Personality
Profiled, Spayed/Neutered, Completely Inoculated, Veterinarian Checked and
Groomed.
Greyhound Companions of Missouri -
Greyhound Companions of Missouri is a St. Louis-based
adoption program created for the betterment of the dogs. They are
dedicated to the rescue and adoption of the ex-racing greyhound. They have
been placing pets in loving homes since 1994 and believe that there is so
much more to do. If you are considering adding a dog to your family, this
might be the place for you if they are in your area.
Adopt a Greyhound Atlanta, Inc. - ADOPT A
GREYHOUND ATLANTA, INC. is a NOT for profit organization, it is committed
to providing for the welfare of greyhounds by maintaining a shelter for
retired racers, rescued greyhounds or other sighthounds in need of
shelter, providing for the care, feeding and medical treatment of rescued
dogs and to educate the public on the issues of greyhound racing through
lectures, public appearances, participation in community events and any
and all other appropriate means.
Colorado Greyhound Adoption -
CGA is a non-profit organization (501c3) devoted to
placement and adoption of greyhounds. Foster programs are also available.
They are based in the metropolitan Denver area, and are manned by
volunteers which are growing in number.
Colorado Greyhound Companions - Greyhounds
accepted into our program are carefully screened for temperament and
health. Our greyhounds are bathed and groomed, given a complete veterinary
check-up, including a fecal check, all inoculations, dental care and are
spayed or neutered prior to placement. CGC greyhounds are kept in foster
care homes while awaiting adoption. Our greyhounds are placed with an
identification tag, a care instruction booklet and an adoption
certificate. Adopters also receive a "Premier" collar and matching lead in
their choice of color.
Lake Erie Greyhound Rescue -
LEGR's main purposes are to promote and facilitate adoption
of Greyhounds when their racing careers end, and to educate the public
about Greyhounds and what wonderful companions they are. Prior to
adoption, all of the dogs are spayed or neutered, bathed with a flea
shampoo, wormed, heartworm tested, vaccinated, tested (and treated when
necessary) for tick-borne diseases, microchipped, and have their teeth
cleaned. Between the track and their new homes, when possible, they live
in foster homes where foster ``parents" help them learn the facts of home
life and become familiar with the personality of each dog.
National Greyhound Foundation - the National
Greyhound Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)3 Christian Retirement,
Adoption and Educational Sanctuary for Retired Racing Greyhounds. On the
opening page of their site it reads: "We RESCUE Greyhounds, We provide
FOOD and SHELTER for Greyhounds, We ADOPT Greyhounds, We provide MEDICAL
CARE for Greyhounds, We REHABILITATE Greyhounds, We LOVE Greyhounds.
REGAP - Rescued Greyhounds -
Michigan REGAP is dedicated to educating the public about
the plight of racing Greyhounds, their suitability as companion animals,
and finding permanent homes for those lucky enough to enter the rescue
community. We openly and adamantly oppose Greyhound racing.
