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2007 adoptee Sweetpea visits the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
 

        News - Updated May 10, 2008

• Our next adoption booth will be THIS Saturday, May 17th at Dooley's Dog House in Kirkland. That's the day of their Pet Fair, too! From their website:
  
  May 17th from 10am to 5pm - "Happy! Healthy! Pet Fair!"
  Join us in the store and our parking lot to find vendors with information and free samples, cats and dogs up for adoption, local pet sitters, groomers, and more! Last time was a blast in the fall--this time should be even better on a gorgeous Saturday in May!
  
  It looks like most of our Available Hounds will be making appearances, so please come on down to say hi and enjoy the fair! We're planning to be there with dogs from 10:00 to 3:00.
   

• Have you ever heard of a "standing dental"? A lot of cleaning and maintenance can be done by veterinarians without knocking the dogs unconscious first. It's much easier on the pups and on the pocketbook! SpawZ Doggie Daycare and Fitness Center in North Seattle is hosting an Anesthesia-free Dental Clinic on Wednesday, May 28th. Not applicable for hounds needing major care (extractions, abscesses, exposed roots), but would be a great for those just needing a good cleaning. Cost $170. Please click here for all the details!
   

• 17 NEW DOGS ARRIVED on Sunday, April 6th! See our Hounds For Adoption page for all the available names and faces. We've still got 9 left!
   

• The summer haul is in peril! Our bringer of dogs, Kansas City Greyhound Support, is feeling the effects of the economy and fuel prices - their donations are down and costs are up. They're planning to cut out the usual Northwest summer haul for lack of funds. If this happens, the 70 Greyhounds that would have found homes in Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon and SW Canada will, well...die. There's no other way to put it. It costs $6,000 to make a "Greyt Northwest" dog delivery. If you'd like to donate toward the summer NW haul please click on the Paypal link at the bottom of this page, or send a check via regular mail to the address provided below the PayPal link. Every dime we get will go to Kansas for this haul. PSGA is putting the first $1,500 into the pot!
  
  UPDATE May 10th: The total collected so far is $5,485! Wow! Thank you SO MUCH to everyone who has given so generously - you are saving lives. The haul is now scheduled for June 22nd!
  
  We'll continue to accept donations for the haul until the end of May.
   

• PLEASE VISIT OUR LOCAL BUSINESS SPONSORS:
  
  Buying or selling real estate?  Realtor Eric Johnson will donate a portion of his commission to the animal welfare group of your choice! So if you're thinking of listing your home for sale or if you're ready to shop for new digs, please contact Eric via his website: Eric Johnson, John L. Scott Real Estate.
  
  And then you'll need an appraisal!  Associatedappraisalgroupwa.com will donate $50 in your name to the non-profit company of your choice with your paid appraisal! Please direct your agent or loan company to AAG if you're buying or refinancing, or feel free to call or email if you need the current value of your house for private mortgage insurance removal, probate or divorce settlement or to fight your tax assessment.
   

• Doggy daycare and fitness center!  If you need a place where your lonely greyhound can spent his day while you're at work, SpawZ Doggie Daycare and Fitness Center in Seattle is the ideal place. Owned and operated by Ann Marie Shields, a Greyhound owner for 18 years, SpawZ is a daycare which is unique from all others.  It's a great alternative to the traditional high-energy daycare since it's smaller (max. 25 dogs) and caters to dogs who are overwhelmed by the larger, louder environments.  Plus, there's an indoor heated pool and underwater treadmill for exercise and conditioning. YES, greyhounds can swim! Check out Bernie the greyhound (a PSGA adoptee) swimming by visiting www.spawzdog.com.  Greyhounds get a special rate so call for details, 206-525-5953. Overnight boarding also available!
   

• A Dogs Dream has opened their new store! They're in Georgetown just South of the downtown Seattle industrial district. In addition to general pet supplies, they carry Greyhound-specific items like coats/jackets, pajamas, fancy martingale collars, handmade Grey greeting cards, and more!  Check their site for hours of operation.
  
  Spoiled Greyhounds need...
  
                Raincoats                                                  Snazzy collars                                     Comfy beds
   

• Did you know? About 20% of lost Greyhounds are either found dead or never found at all. The top three reasons for escape are (in order) open gates, open doors, and loose collars. Please take the time to check security on a regular basis. Gates are best kept padlocked or at least fitted with springs so they close automatically.
   

• PLAYGROUP NEEDS MEMBERS!  Every Sunday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 is Greyhound playtime at Canyon Creek Farms, 4867 Everson-Goshen Road, Bellingham. Playgroup is held in a huge, covered and enclosed horse arena, so weather isn't a factor. Just bring your pup, a muzzle, some poop bags and $2 to put toward the rental of the space, and it's off-leash Greyhound heaven! Email Adrienne Lederer with questions. Hope to see you there!
   

• Would you like to become a part of our Grey-sitting co-op? It's pretty simple - you take care of someone else's Greyhound(s) while they're out of town, and in turn you can make few extra bucks ($15 a day per dog is standard) or swap dog-sitting with them!  Everyone then gets peace of mind knowing that their pup is well-cared for by people who know Greyhounds. If you're interested, please send Elizabeth an email with your location, contact info, how many dogs you have and how many you would be willing to care for, whether you're looking for pay or swap arrangements, as well as any special needs or restrictions. If you're looking for a sitter, please go here for a list of the co-op members so far.
   

• Ever wonder what a Greyhound does all day?  Check out the live Dolby-Cam! Now starring Sydney and Quincy (formerly SkunkyToadLips)!