Slide Show Of Highlights From Pet Day, May 7th 2016 At Oregon State University

GREYT thanks to GPA volunteer Kym Fleming for creating this wonderful slide show!  Enjoy...

Several Articles (And A KGUN Video) From Arizona Daily Star On The End Of Greyhound Racing in Arizona. Tucson Greyhound Park To End Greyhound Racing In June.

Arizona lawmakers vote to outlaw dog racing

PHOENIX — Dog racing in Arizona appears to be on its last legs.

Without dissent, state lawmakers gave final approval Saturday to legislation that outlaws the practice at the end of the year. The measure now goes to the governor.

The action came with the blessing of the owners of Tucson Greyhound Park, 2601 S. Third Ave., the lone remaining operating dog track in Arizona.

The practice of racing dogs has come under increased criticism and allegations about how the dogs are treated and what happens to the greyhounds that do not win.

But there’s another reason track owners are going along: They will get a guaranteed revenue stream for the next two years.

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Legislation to close greyhound track would create need to place dogs

The fate of more than 420 greyhound dogs will play out over the next several months as rescue groups as far away as Canada offer to help.

While the last day of racing at Tucson Greyhound Park has not yet been made official, legislation passed unanimously by the Arizona Senate on Saturday means Arizona could soon sound its last call to the starting gate and join 39 other states in banning the sport. The Senate followed the Arizona House in unanimously approving the measure, which will now go to Gov. Doug Ducey for his signature. 

Local rescue groups say they are already seeing more dogs coming out of the park for adoption, apparently as kennel owners anticipate the change.

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Legislation ends dog racing in Arizona

PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Legislature has sent a bill ending dog racing in Arizona at the end of 2016 to Gov. Doug Ducey's desk.GUN

Saturday morning's 28-0 Senate vote followed a 54-0 vote in the House. The legislation will allow the state's lone remaining greyhound racing facility in Tucson to collect money from offering televised horse racing for at least two years.

The legislation was backed by the owners of Tucson Greyhound Park and allows them to continue to collect cash from off-track wagering at the track for two years.

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Video from Tucson's KGUN can be found here

Keeping Your Greyhound Safe In Hot Weather (.pdf Download)

With hot weather just around the corner, here is some advice on keeping your Greyhound safe in hot weather.  Download the 2-page pdf file here.

Greyt Happenings For Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers - May 2016 Issue

The May, 2016 issue of Greyt Happenings For Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers can be downloaded here.  Enjoy!

Corvallis Greyhound Adoption Event/Hounds Out And About - Pet Day, Saturday, May 7th - Macgruder Hall @ OSU

Oregon State University’s Pet Day celebration for 2016 is slated for Saturday, May 7th from 10AM - 3PM. Pet Day is held at Magruder Hall, located on 30th Street just west of the Merritt Truax Indoor

Center on the campus of Oregon State University in Corvallis. 

As usual, Greyhound Pet Adoption - Northwest will have a booth, along with some greyt adoptable Greyhounds. The event is free, though some activities (pony rides, dog wash) will have a nominal fee. Pet Day activities include agility demonstrations, fun run/walk (with or without your pet), games, food, demonstrations, llamas, goats, ponies and dogs, dogs, dogs! 

Last year nearly 3,000 folks attended, so this is a greyt chance to educate folks about the joys of life with a Greyhound, as well as a chance to show off your pooch! Yes, leashed dogs are welcome throughout the grounds, though they are not allowed at the indoor exhibits.  Free parking is available across the street in the Reser Stadium lot.

Come celebrate the human-animal bond!

Demolition of former Multnomah Greyhound Park begins

The demolition of the former Multnomah Greyhound Park is beginning this week, according to a news release issued by the Grand Ronde tribal confederation, which purchased the property late last year.

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Eugene Adoption Event - Meet A Retired Racer - Saturday, April 9th

Have you ever wanted to be up close and personal with a greyhound? Well, here is your chance!

 

Greyhound adoption volunteers from Greyhound Pet Adoption - Northwest (and the greyhounds!) will be at the Eugene Valley River Petco store located at 1169 Valley River Drive on Saturday, April 9th, from 11 AM to 1 PM. Volunteers will answer your questions about greyhound adoption and introduce you to some wonderful Greyhounds!

Come meet these loving animals in person and learn why a retired racing Greyhound makes a greyt pet! There is an application process and an adoption fee.