HOUND HEADLINES:

Matson enjoys a brisk early spring walk among the cherry blossoms. Photo credit Bobby Zenk

        News Updated August 5, 2010:

• We've got available dogs! Please check them out on our Hounds for Adoption page.
   

• Related to the previous statement: We need foster homes!
   

• PLEASE VISIT OUR LOCAL BUSINESS SPONSORS:
   

• Microsoft employees - we are on the approved list for the Microsoft Giving Campaign. Please consider making PSGA (Greyhound Pets of America Puget Sound Chapter) the recipient of your monthly or quarterly charitable contribution!
   

• 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, 206-525-5933. 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 website for location and 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. Collars should be martingale style and checked for fit (they loosen with time) by pulling the D-ring tight behind the dog's ears and making sure there's no slack.
   

• PLAYGROUP NEEDS MEMBERS!  Sunday mornings 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 Jenne LaVelle for information and to make sure it's happening before you head up.
   

• 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 to $20 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.