Should you thought about making a home for a former Greyhound racer?
Greyhounds are beautiful animal racers. As they race and perform throughout their racing careers, they usually work until they are between 1.5 and 4 years old. During this time, they become adjusted to being walked and lead on a leash, so upon retirement from their racing lives, they make gentle pets!
As a former athlete, they are smart, quiet, calm, clean, gentle, and all around good-natured and happy to adapt to a new home environment. They respond well to positive attention and reinforcement and so they are a joy to train and work with for the new families they become a part of.
Greyhounds love attention and while they do need exercise, they do not need as much space to run as many might think. Inside the house, they prefer to curl up in a corner on a gentle blanket. They are quiet creatures and very well behaved inside a house and around people.
Greyhounds spend most of their lives with other dogs, people, and handlers, so they are very sociable breed and get along well with others. Their personality makes them an wonderful breed to be around kids. Their intelligence and devotion make them an excellent companion. And because they are well mannered, they are great around company and in public.
There is probably a local Greyhound Pets of America chapter near you. So think about adopting a former Greyhound racer. For more details, check out the Tucson Greyhound Park. Different chapters have different expectations and fees, but each will encourage you to come visit and learn more about whether a Greyhound might be right for you!
Please help by volunteering your time. All local clubs need volunteers to help with care, vet appointments, and even just shopping for doggie supplies. Of course, monetary donations are also welcome, but your time and love is needed most!
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