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Our Greyhounds & Lurchers
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Our Present 'Foster' Dogs looking for a new home
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Our re-homed
foster dogs
(Includes pictures and information since they went to their
new homes) |
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9 Greyhounds homed in 2008 |
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21 Greyhounds homed in 2007 |
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18 Greyhounds homed in 2006 |
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17 Greyhounds homed in 2005 |
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3 Greyhounds homed in 2004 |
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Adopting Greyhounds & Lurchers
(Working with Dumfriesshire and Cumbria Greyhound Rescue)
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A greyhound or lurcher is for life not just for racing or working - many have been ill treated and they all deserve a second chance.
Greyhounds and lurchers are not often though of as family pets but they make the most wonderful companions. They are friendly, gentle, loyal, good-natured, lazy, highly intelligent and adapt quickly to family life.
There are few things in life that can be as satisfying as adopting one of these beautiful dogs which will return your kindness with love and companionship. |
The Top Ten Reasons
for Adopting a Greyhound
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10. They don't slobber
9. They hardly shed hair.
8. They don't need very much exercise.
7. They're the fastest dogs around, but don't brag about it.
6. They are bigger couch potatoes than you are.
5. They
could qualify for Mensa (most of them.....).
4. They're always unfailingly sweet and polite.
3. They don't smell like dogs.
2. They look you in the eye when you talk to them.
1. They're forever thankful to you for saving their lives! |
A few more reasons
why a Greyhound needs you
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1. Greyhounds, like all living creatures need love.
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They are very loving and affectionate dogs who have never had anyone to love before you came along.
3. When they were racing they didn't get much TLC so they cannot get enough of it when they are adopted.
4. They are very co-operative and willing to learn because all they want to do is please you.
5. People have been adopting Greyhounds for many years but there are still not enough homes for all of them.
6. Greyhounds live the longest of the larger breed of dogs and most have 8 - 10 years left to live when their racing career is over. Even longer, if they didn't reach the grade to race in the first place.
7. Whilst racing they had to 'earn their keep' but never had a place that we would call 'home'.
8. Many Greyhounds have had to 'run for their lives' so they deserve time to relax in their retirement.
9. Many Greyhounds are euthanized or brutally killed when they can no longer race, which they do not deserve.
10. Others are used for 'vivisection' and medical research - what more can we say!!
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There are thousands of unwanted greyhounds needing new homes every year - they all deserve a second chance.
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Benny came into 'Greyhound Rescue' when he was seven years old but many are not wanted at a much younger age - even as pups.
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Greyhounds love company, a soft bed, cuddles and toys! In return they are loyal and forever grateful to you for giving them a loving home and a second chance.
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Ten Greyhound Rights
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1. They have the right to a life that is more than mere survival.
2. They have the right to adequate food and medical care.
3. They have the right to give and receive unconditional love.
4. They have the right to be loved and to be forgiven.
5. They have the right to a special time with their owners.
6. They have the right to socialise with other animals and people.
7. They have the right to go for walks, sit on the grass and be given fresh air.
8. They have the right to be trained so they do not become the 'prisoner' of their own behaviour.
9. They have the right to die with dignity.
10. They have the right to be remembered for the love they gave you.
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Ten Things to Remember
As a New Greyhound Owner
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1. Give them time to learn to understand what you want of them.
2. Talk to them because even if they don't understand your words, they understand your voice.
3. Don't be angry with them for long and don't lock them up as a punishment - You have your family, friends and hobbies but they only have YOU.
4. It is crucial for their well-being that you learn to place your trust in them.
5. Remember that however you treat them they will never forget it.
6. Before you hit them remember they have teeth that can easily hurt you if they choose to bite you.
7. Before you scold them for being lazy or not doing what you ask of them, ask yourself if something might be bothering them such as them being on the wrong food or having their bed in an area they feel unhappy in.
8. A Greyhound can live to between 10 and 15 years so any separation from you will be very painful for them.
9. Love them and take care of them as they grow old - Remember you too will be old one day and will want someone to take care of you.
10. If they have to go somewhere that is 'difficult' never say "I can't bear to watch" or get someone else to go in your place - Everything is easier for them if you are with them and please remember they love you for rescuing them from a hard life or early death and will forever love YOU for that.
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Jenny with Blue, Indi and Bobby at Woodstock Gardens,
Inistioge in Southern Ireland on the 9th May 2005 |
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How YOU can help:
Please contact Dumfriesshire and Cumbria Greyhound Rescue if you would like to adopt and re-home a greyhound or lurcher. Don't worry if you live outside their re-homing area as they will gladly put you in contact with a rescue centre near where you live.
As a charity donations are always welcome for without your help and support we cannot achieve what we have done so far and many, many more dogs are looking to us for help.
If you want to help but are unable to re-home a dog then perhaps you would like to become a member or make a donation, all of which are gratefully appreciated - Please contact us or Dumfriesshire and Cumbria Greyhound Rescue
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