Greyt Happenings For Willamette Greyhound Lovers - December 2017 Issue

The December, 2017 issue of Greyt Happenings For Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers can be downloaded here.

And don't forget about Santa pictures at Petco in Springfield this Sat. (12/2) from 1-4!

Enjoy!

FDA Warning: Store-Bought ‘Bone Treats’ Could Kill Your Dog

November 28, 2017 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning regarding the purchase and use of store-bought “bone treats”. The FDA claims the danger goes beyond the risk of regular bones.

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Just Another Saturday Afternoon...

Are These Thanksgiving Foods Safe for Dogs?

Are These Thanksgiving Foods Safe for Dogs?

Can dogs eat Thanksgiving turkey? Are potatoes safe for dogs to eat? Find out which Thanksgiving foods are safe for dogs — and which aren’t! 

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Looking For Relaxing Music For Your Pooch While You Are Away From The House?

If so, check out "Relax My Dog," a YouTube channel (also available as a Roku channel) which has videos featuring up to 12 hours of relaxing music your pooch can groove/meditate/sleep to while you are away.  When I have a guest Greyhound, I always click on a video before I leave the house.  With hundreds of music choices to choose from, it's guaranteed you'll find something to suit your needs.

The "Relax My Dog" channel also features tips to reduce anxiety in your pooch, as well as other interesting, fun stuff.

My greyhound Keith and the guest hounds give it two paws up!

Find it here.

Santa Pictures - A Benefit for GPA-NW - Saturday, December 2nd @ Petco in Springfield!

Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest will be at the Springfield Petco store, hosting Pictures With Santa on Saturday, December 2nd at the Petco location in Springfield at the Shoppes at Gateway from 1PM - 4PM.

For just $10, we will snap a lovely 4” X 6” Keepsake Photo of your beloved pet, be it Greyhound, Labradoodle, Ferret, Tabby Cat, or Python (well, not entirely sure about the Python). We will also send you a digital copy via email. A picture of your pet with Santa can make a wonderful holiday card. Best of all, the proceeds earned will benefit GPA Northwest and their greyhound adoption efforts.

In addition, volunteers will be on hand with some "display model" Greyhounds to answer any and all of your Greyhound adoption questions!

For more information, please contact Eric @ fantomenos@gmail.com

See you there!

Greyt Happenings For Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers - November, 2017 Issue

The November, 2017 issue of Greyt Happenings For Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers can be downloaded here.

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New Adoption: Skip!

Skip has been adopted by Kym & Mark Fleming of Eugene.  Welcome to your new home, Skip!

New Adoption: Simon!

Simon has been adopted by Gerry & Maureen Frank of Corvallis!  Welcome to your new home, Simon!

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So, almost a year after the loss of Jake (our last grey), we adopted the Worlds Best Greyhound, Simon!  Or, as Barry calls him, "Just Simon." It seems Simon was never registered with the National Greyhound Association so he has no official racing name....he's just "Simon!"  He's 17 months young and Barry & his Greyhound Ambassadog Keith fostered him for 1 week.  In that short time, Keith taught Simon all he knows and Simon learned a LITTLE of it!   Simon then moved in with Maureen and me.  He's a fast learner and has already done two meet and greets here in Corvallis. He loves everyone.  

As I write this, it's Halloween night and Simon is helping me hand out the goodies while wearing his red light collar and his spider web neck tutu.  One of the first groups of Trick or Treaters that came to the door asked if I just got Simon and when I told her yes she asked if Simon was a GPA dog.  When I said yes she exclaimed "I KNOW SIMON. I helped out as a Vet Tech and took care of Simon."  He went right up to her and seemed to remember her as she rubbed his head. 

Simon still has much to learn but he's a joy every day!

Gerry & Maureen Frank.

New Adoption: Mikey!

Mikey has been adopted by Mercy Chipman & Ted Williams of Corvallis.  Enjoy your new home, Mikey!

Should You Avoid Grains In Dog Food?

Are grains in dog food ever okay to feed your dog? There’s no simple answer. Here's what to know to make an educated decision that's right for your dog.

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