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Welcome to our updated resources portion of the website. We hope you will find it useful. This page lists greyhound adoption resources, books (greyhound owner manuals), CG magazine, Greyhound Network News, greyhound discussion lists, greyhound informational websites, and how to research your greyhound’s history.
Please use the navigational elements on the left to move around the resources section.
ADOPTION
Adopt a Greyhound Project
http://www.adopt-a-greyhound.org/
Lots of information about adopting greyhounds. Great information about the special health needs of greyhounds and tips for new owners.
Save-a-Pet
http://adopt-a-greyhound.1-800-save-a-pet.com
1-800-Save-A-Pet.com is a non-profit pet adoption charity that helps shelters, humane societies, SPCA's, and pet rescue groups advertise their homeless pets to adopters for free.
BOOKS (Owner’s Manual)
Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies (amazon)
Comprehensive guide to all thing racing greyhounds
Retired Racing Greyhounds can also be found locally at Clues Unlimited. Owner Chris Acevedo owns 2 retired racers and 2 pot bellied pigs. Give her a call at 326-8533 to see if she has any books on hand or she will be happy to order a copy. The mystery book store is located in midtown Tucson at 123 S. Eastbourne in Broadway Village.
Adopting the Racing Greyhound (amazon)
The retired racer’s bible filled with information to better understand this special breed by Cynthia Branigan.
Greyhound Guide
http://www.greyhoundgang.com/adoption/guide.html
Everything there is to know about greyhounds but were afraid to ask. Happy reading.
CG MAGAZINE and GREYHOUND NETWORK NEWS
CG Magazine
http://www.adopt-a-greyhound.org/cgmagazine/
CG Magazine (Celebrating Greyhounds) is an award winning breed specific glossy magazine that is all about greyhounds. Every issue is packed with behavioral, medical, heart-warming and humorous articles. Published quarterly, it’s only available via subscription and all profits benefit the Adopt-a-Greyhound Project.
Greyhound Network News
http://www.greyhoundnetworknews.org/
GNN is a non-profit, independently published quarterly newsletter dedicated to reporting the news and issues pertaining to racing greyhounds worldwide.
DISCUSSION LISTS
Greyhound-List
http://www.greyhoundlist.org
The biggest discussion list around with about 3,000 members worldwide. Opt for the digest version.
Greytalk
http://www.greytalk.com
A wonderful resource for new adopters as well as seasoned greyhound owners. The GreyTalk community is a friendly group of over 400 greyhound lovers who love to share stories, ideas, and pictures of their hounds.
INFORMATION
Greyhound Advocacy
http://www.gcnm.org/public.html
Saving greyhounds. Is adoption enough? Adoption and advocacy are compatible missions and the ultimate objective should be to end the current and future suffering and destruction of racing greyhounds.
Greyhound Protection League
http:///www.greyhounds.org
The Greyhound Protection League is an advocacy group promoting the welfare of racing greyhounds and seeking the abolishment of racing.
Greyhound Health
http://www.greythealth.com/
Suzanne Stack, D.V.M./Arizona offers a wealth of information about your greyhound’s health including the hard to interpret blood panel.
Pet Loss Hotline
For anyone who wants to talk about their thoughts and feelings related to the loss of their pet. This service is provided FREE by a volunteer who has had many years of experience working with bereaved pet guardians and their families. You will hear a recorded message that asks for your name, your pet’s name, pet’s species, and phone number. Your call will be returned usually within a few hours. Call Chrysanne Fife, M.A., 349-8094 (local to Tucson)
Spanish Greyhounds
http://www.scoobymedina.com/
Scooby is an organization devoted to rescuing the Galgos of Spain. Galgos are Spanish greyhounds who are often hung from trees following the hare coursing season. Scooby rescues these dogs and places them for adoption.
Greyhound Racing Sucks
http://www.greyhoundracingsucks.com/
The name says it all! Here are 10 reasons why…
Holland Greyhound Rescue
http://www.greyhoundsrescue.nl/nGRH/
An adoption group in Holland shows their approach to greyhound rescue
Tucson Dog Protection
www.tucsondogprotection.com
South Tucson voters will vote this November on The initiative that seeks to make modest humane improvements such as not feeding greyhounds 4D meat, not giving females steroids that suppress estrus and may cause numerous health problems, and not keeping dogs in cages 23 hours a day. Over 90 veterinarians have endorsed this initiative.
Greyhound Advice
http://www.adopt-a-greyhound.org/advice/advice.html
Advice for new adopters, seasoned adopters and medical advice
Grey2K
http://www.greyhoundcentral.org/
Information about the Greyhound Memorial weekend held coast to coast to provide a way for thousands of people to learn about the killing and cruelty of greyhound racing.
RAINBOW BRIDGE
If you would like to see your hound’s picture here, please send us a jpeg and short paragraph limited to 60 words. Put “Rainbow Bridge” is the subject line.
RESEARCH
Greyhound Breeding and Racing Database
http://www.greyhound-data.com/
Greyhound Data presents the largest online database of racing greyhounds.
International Greyhound Research Forum
http://www.greyhoundresearch.com
Comprehensive resource for greyhound enthusiasts worldwide
GROOMING
Groom on the Go
http://www.groomonthego.net
Groom on the Go provides mobile grooming throughout Tucson, Marana, and the NW. Check out their friendly and capable service. Eric and Elise volunteered their services at AGR’s most recent dog wash fundraiser.
Pet Designs
Locally-owned by greyhound-friendly Kevin Sarullo, this midtown shop will pamper your hound in style; appointments required but you can walk in to have your hound’s nails trimmed. Located at 2411 N. Columbus Ave; 323-9599. Kevin formerly trimmed nails at the reunions.
LODGING
Greyt Escape
http://www.greytescape.com/
Located on the eastside, the Greyt Escape is a home away from home for your hounds. While you’re enjoying your vacation so are they in the lap of luxury, (520)743-9061.
Lazy Grey Ranch
http://www.thelazygreyranch.com
Located in Sahuarita, the ranch offers a greyhound-friendly environment with all the amenities of home like soft dog beds and stuffy toys and splash pools, (520) 762-8895.
PET SITTING
Doggie Diva Pet Care
http://www.doggiedivapetcare.com
Doggie Diva Pet Care offers clients freedom and peace of mind about traveling and leaving their pets home while they are away. DD takes care of your pets and homes as if they were our own. DD is volunteer and adopter Deborah Brightstar.
TRAINING
Distinctive Dog Training
http://www.distinctivedogtraining.com/
Provides positive and practical solutions to behavior issues that all dog owners may experience. Through private in-home sessions a customized treatment and training program can be developed that is workable for you and your dog; serving Marana and northwest Tucson.
OTHER RESCUES
Equine Voices
http://www.equinevoices.org
Green Valley-based horse rescue and sanctuary is dedicated to saving Premarin mares and foals from slaughter.
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