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The greyhounds featured below have been adopted since January 1, 2010 (most recent adoptions at the top). Please visit our adoptables page to see greyhounds that are available for adoption. Adopted Greyhounds Archive
Touché is an incredibly sweet and soft two-year-old brindle girl. After just three races, she dislocated her toe and earned a well-deserved early retirement. Although Touché is still a bit shy, she is coming out of her shell more and more every day. Her kind and gentle personality shines through and she is always up for cuddling and hugging. She is currently living with three other greyhounds and an Italian Greyhound, and gets along perfectly with the pack. Touché likes companionship and is perfectly happy to share toys and beds. Although her toe is still sore, she is learning to play and likes to be with the group. Mostly, though, she is anxious to get lots of love from her humans. She is quite content to nap upside-down on a cozy bed and have her tummy rubbed. Once her toe heals up she will be ready to run and play with her new family!
Flight a handsome and snuggly dog. Everyone that meets Flight loves him instantly. He will snuggle and lean on anyone who gives him the chance. He accepted our toddler grandchildren just like he had been with them his whole life and never even flinches when they do the usual toddler doggie inspections. He is a bit timid, but gets security from his Lab house-sister Lucy. If Lucy does something then Flight is more likely to try it. He immediately accepted the Rottweiler’s head-of-pack position. Flight does not care for car rides yet. However his lack of enthusiasm for the car is made up for when the words “walk" or "park" are spoken. He enjoys his walk most of all when Lucy is with him. He enjoys playing with stuffed toys, pouncing on them and just having fun. He is beginning to get the idea that a tennis ball is also a good toy, although he is more into chewing than chasing at this point. He is figuring out how to play with the other dogs. He barely gives cats attention on our walks. While he meets all dogs nicely, he does not like to be around yappy dogs; he will try to steer the walk away from the noise. He barks when strangers come around. Staying home alone with the other dogs has not been a problem at all. Flight will do best with a quieter household and with the companionship of a friendly, not hyper, other dog. He will make a wonderful companion for the right people and other dog.
Blizzard is the poster boy for the classic mellow and easy going greyhound. He is a perfectly mannered gentleman who shares food with his housemates and lets the bossy small dog in the house take things away from him. He spends most of the day lying around the house on a cushy bed and gets up for walks and to play occasionally with a toy. He walks nicely on a leash and wags his tail enthusiastically when the leashes come out. He is fairly independent and could possibly be an only dog if given enough attention and could also live in a condo since he has taken retirement seriously and doesn’t care to run anymore. He ignores small dogs and even chickens, and will most likely be fine with cats even though he is not currently living with any.
Nojos is a young, handsome boy who attracts a lot of attention wherever he goes. He can be shy at times but he really enjoys the attention from others and he freely gives hugs to everyone. Nojos is mostly easy going and quiet. He is learning to play with toys but he has not yet convinced his resident playmates to play with him. Nojos lives with a greyhound, a whippet and three house cats. He travels well and walking on the leash is no problem for him. He normally does not react to loud noises and other weird stuff, but sometimes the unexpected can frighten him. He keeps a close watch over us and he is always close by. Nojos requires a firm “No” if it is something he really wants to do, but mostly he accepts the limitations required of him. Nojos has mastered the doggie door but he is still unsure of using the stairs. One of our favorite moments in our day begins before we get out of bed. Nojos has started to jump onto our bed after the alarm goes off and give us his special “good morning” greeting. It is a special shared moment that we will always treasure. Our special young friend has proven to be full of surprises and we are thankful to have shared in the experience.
Tilly is an adorable, petite little girl. She is recovering very well from her broken leg and should be released by the doctor in early January. She's a very easygoing dog but she's still wary of strange noises on the street. Tilly likes her toys and would love to be running around and playing on her leg. Once she's able she will enjoy long walks and chasing balls and toys. She is very gentle and gets along very well with others. She's a bit on the insecure side so she would do well with at least one other dog for confidence building. Tilly has a loving personality and insists on spending time being close to her humans. When going to bed she likes having a blankie over her now that the weather is cooler.
Ricardon is a beautiful white greyhound. He has some dark patches around his ears and pale red freckles over his body. This handsome fellow will follow you around and keep you company. He is quiet and mellow most of the time. But he has a playful streak and can also be a bit of a goof. He loves his meals and will carry his bowl around, hoping for some more. He is also a big love sponge, leaning into you for head rubs and happily rolling over for a good belly rub. He is great around our other greyhounds and other medium to large dogs. He is not good around cats. Ricky is house broken and uses a dog door. He is also learning appropriate manners around the kitchen. Ricky does love apples and bananas and can't resist the temptation if they are left alone on the table. He would do well in a home with older children and in homes where he is not left alone for long periods of time. He is confident and may do well as an only dog. Anyone that sees him can't help but fall in love with this gentle boy.
Ellie has settled in with the other greyhounds she lives with. She has learned the doggy door and uses it. She is not one to lay out in the yard, however; she prefers a soft bed. Ellie has had no problems with the stairs, even sleeping downstairs at times. She does want her own bed and would rather not have any dog right next to her. Ellie is quite comfortable in another room but will come check on us and get some love before going back to a bed. She loves to go for a walk and will make you feel guilty if you don't take her. It takes a couple of minutes for her to calm down when her family comes home. She would like to counter surf, but a simple no will make her wait. She knows no strangers and is a very happy, loving dog. She recently met a smallish dog and was fine with him. She would probably be OK with cats if the adopter worked with her.
Joy is a petite girl that is very sweet and a bit timid. She lives with three small dogs, several cats and three children. She has not figured out playing with the other dogs yet but enjoys watching their silly games. She has warmed up wonderfully to her foster mom and the children but is still a bit uncertain when she meets new people or has new experiences. Joy will be a wonderful greyhound companion when she becomes a bit more secure in her new life. She would be best in a home with another greyhound or dog and with a soft-spoken and loving family.
Daphne is a sweet, gentle greyhound. She's a little shy at first but is now playing with her stuffies and new hound friends. She lives with an Italian greyhound, a whippet and a greyhound sister. Daphne is a smart girl and aims to please her humans. She had no trouble learning the doggie door and has never had an accident in the house. She eats well and walks nicely on the leash. Our wood floors are pretty slippery so we need to remind her to be careful and walk slowly, especially around corners. All ages of children come and go at our home and Daphne loves them all. They love her calm and affectionate temperament. This racing superstar deserves the very best forever home.
Casey is a beautiful boy. Maybe a little shy at first, but he warms up quickly. He wins the prize as the quickest learner of the doggie door. He went out it about 30 seconds after first entering the house and he’s been a pro with it ever since. Casey is the quintessential greyhound. He was housebroken fast but that’s about all he is fast at. He only raced twice and he brings that same laziness to his retired life. He sleeps soundly, walks nicely, and eats gratefully. He won’t jump into the car, but will settle in for the ride once he is helped in. He fits in well with his foster pack and he pretty much ignores the four cats in his foster home. He is much more interested in leaning on us while getting a good petting. His eyes speak softly and seem to tell everyone he meets how happy he is to be allowed to be a cockroaching couch potato. His coat is silky soft, just like his eyes. Casey has crawled into the hearts of both his foster moms. He is a star. His people will be lucky to adopt him.
Walter is a great big, sweet boy. He settled in very easily, went to the door when he needed to go out from day one and has literally ignored the cats. Small dogs don’t make much of an impression on him either. He is a bit uneasy in new situations but as long as there is a person nearby to comfort him, he is okay. He was very anxious to greet us when we came home at the beginning but he seems to have settled down a bit. I think he is getting used to the fact that we will return. He might be able to be an only dog but certainly not a lonely one. He is a slow eater and is starting to play with toys. He has no interest in getting on the couch or bed and sleeps well on a pet bed beside us at night. He dropped a toy right in front of the mirror, stood and looked at himself for a bit then barked. I think he wanted “the other dog” to pick up the toy and play! He also has growled at his reflection in the window, but gets along fine with the real greyhounds in the house.
Roada is a sweet, gentle, fawn girl who will turn 5 in March. After a long racing career, Roada is really relaxing and enjoying her retirement. She is extremely loving and will approach her humans for hugs and return the favor with kisses on the face. She is somewhat laid back and quiet, but is now discovering the joy of toys. She especially loves chewing on tennis balls and wrestling a bit with stuffed animals. Roada is currently living with three other greyhounds and an Italian Greyhound. While she does well with the pack, she would probably be equally happy as an only dog in a household where her humans can spend a good deal of time with her. She loves going for walks and is a perfect lady on the leash. She also mastered the doggie door very quickly and has great manners. Roada is a wonderful and loving companion.
"Clover" has settled into our household very nicely. He learned the doggie door quickly; he has now also learned that's where turn-out is. He loves to play with the toys, tossing them into the air, and running up and down the hall--much to the amusement of our doggies. He follows us around the house, staying near wherever we are. He is just learning about being petted. He gives little kisses, but we have been careful about reaching out to pet him because it seems to startle him. He now greets us with the greyhound bow and great excitement. He has a strong preference for which bed he wants to use, and if one of our doggies is there, he stands waiting for them to move. He is somewhat sensitive, and only needs a gentle "no." He seems to think he is a watchdog; he lets us know when people arrive at the house. He does well on walks; one person can walk him with our other two dogs. He is quite alert to small animals that we find along our route but doesn't show aggression. Clover is a beautiful boy and very sweet. He will make a wonderful pet.
Murdock is big, sweet, and highly affectionate. He has a goofy, playful manner and is very curious. He loves playing with his toys and will toss them in the air and chase them. He absolutely loves his people and would like to have them around all the time. He likes to follow us from room to room and will usually settle down for a nap wherever we stop. He is house broken and has learned to use the dog door. He gets along very well with the other dogs (greyhounds) in the house, but he shows a bit too much curiosity in little critters. He would probably do best in a dog-experienced home.
Dyra is a striking dark brindle girl. She has a little bit of white here and there and on the tip of her tail. She is very friendly and quite curious about her new world. She does want to follow you wherever you go. She is not obnoxious, just very curious. She wasn't very friendly with the cats in her foster home at first, but has come to ignore them more and more. She rides well in the car and is good on the leash. She learned the dog door the first night by following the other dogs. She plays with toys but hasn't played with the other dogs yet. She would do well in a home with another dog or a person home most of the time. Dyra can also bark, so an apartment would not be a good choice for her.
Karma is a very social and curious girl. She is friendly to just about everyone. She wants to explore everything, high and low, including doing a bit of counter surfing. Karma responds well to praise and can be distracted easily with hugs and praise. When excited she does a little prancing and dancing routine, very feminine and very cute. Karma did have some space issues when she came off the track, but she now will join another dog in a favored sleeping spot. She still is not interested in sharing her food, however. Karma has never had a potty accident in the house. She has just started playing with toys, and is learning what is and is not a toy. She is so darn cute in her playful antics that often her foster mom watches her play for a few seconds (if the toy object is not really a doggie toy) before correcting her, again simply distracting her with praise while giving her an appropriate toy. And she joyfully runs off, happy with the praise and new toy. This little girl is happy, affectionate, curious about her new life off the track, intelligent, and silly. She has a medium energy level, rides well in the car, walks well on lead and loves her walks. Karma will be a fun and loving companion.
Vanessa is a sweet, petite bundle of energy and love. This darling little girl has loads of personality and puppyish charm and wins the hearts of everyone she meets. Vanessa was quick to learn how to use the doggy door, and mastered potty training without accidents. She does remarkably well on walks, loves car rides. She tosses squeaky toys into the air and catches them. Vanessa enjoys the companionship of two other greyhounds in the house, and could care less about the two cats. She thinks that soft, cozy beds are one of the best inventions since sliced bread. She would probably do well in a home with other canine friends to keep her company.
Rooby is a petite charmer with lady-like manners and style. She rates an A+ in condo living -- no accidents, gets along with her two Greyhound housemates, no drama when foster mom leaves, extremely well behaved and a delight to have around. Roo loves car rides and looks forward to her walks. Squirrels, cats, and small dogs are not a problem. She tolerates street noise, but rock concerts or fireworks are definitely not on her preferred list. She loves car rides and looks forward to visiting her adoring public at the neighborhood coffee shop. She is easily directed and knows the various behavior commands. Roo’s happiest when her person is nearby. Hugs are a high priority! She is self-confident and would probably be a good fit in most homes. However, she would enjoy and thrive in an environment where she is the only dog and her person is nearby to enjoy her love and affection. Rooby came to us with an chronic dry eye condition called Pannus and will need to be given eye drops daily all her life. Other than that she is a very healthy grey girl.
Fran is one of the easiest fosters we've had. She hasn't had a single potty accident in the house. When she needs to go outside, she will cry and go the the back door. We don't have a dog door, but this little girl is so clever that she likely would figure one out very quickly. She couldn't be better with our little dog and is also good with the three greyhounds in her foster pack. She loves our five-year-old granddaughter and is very gentle with her. She loves to be in the kitchen when we're cooking. Fran is perfect in the car--she jumps right in, lays down, rides quietly and doesn't get sick. She is very gentle on a leash. She hasn't shown any interest in playing with toys yet but does seem amused to watch the other dogs play with them. We will miss her goofy helicopter tail and wonderful personality. Fran is sweet, beautiful, happy and in fact she is frantastic!
Mallory is a very good looking, tall, lean boy with a cute personality. He is living with several small dogs and cats and seems to think he is a small dog. He plays well with the little guys and pretty much ignores the cats. He is easy going and lovable and just a big teddy bear who wants to be petted. Mallory is young for retirement and has spurts of energy. His favorite games are scouting for lizards and playing ball or chase with the youngish dog at his foster home. He is a good citizen in the house, which he also shares with several young children. Since Mallory is young and active and has learned to play like a "real dog," he should go to a home that can provide opportunities for play and exercise. The family who adopts Mallory will just love his enthusiasm and eagerness to please.
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Touché --
Flight --
Blizzard -- 
Nojos -- 
Tilly -- 
Ricardon -- 
Ellie -- 
Joy -- 
Daphne -- 
Casey-- 
Walter -- 
Roada -- 
Cloverfield -- 
Murdock -- 
Dyra -- 
Karma -- 
Vanessa -- 
Rooby -- 
Fran -- 
Mallory --