Mercsmom Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 It's time to find a brother for Mercury. My desire: A bombproof male under 5 years old. My ideal: future Therapy Dog, black, black brindle, or cow. But, beggars can't be choosers; it's all about the personality. My challenge: We've just move to South Florida where there are no adoptable ex-racers. (My husband refuses the the $2400 fee for an Irish hound.) Would you like to give me some suggestions for how to proceed? I'm willing to fly (any Allegiant stop from Punta Gorda) to meet a hound, but, then, there's the issue of transporting him here. Quote Momma to Jupiter. Mummy to my Bridge Angels, Mercury and Liberty, the world's best blackngreylabhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 I wonder if this group would make an exception for their adoption area (because Pickles!): http://www.greyhoundrescue.org/availablehounds.htm Allegiant flies to Knoxville, and I'd help with a GUR as far as Atlanta. I have mentioned that MSGAO adopts to all 50 states and I'd also help with a GUR from Memphis to Atlanta (my husband's parents live in GA and we're long overdue for a visit), or Huntsville or Birmingham if that's better for you. Allegiant flies into Nashville, and then you'd have to rent a car to drive the 3 hours to Memphis. It's I-40 the whole way and an easy, flat (boring) drive. As far as your wish list, we met Goose while there but not Cole. Adam (the director) told us Goose can be a bit prickly when the other dogs accidentally bump him or hover too close, so he might not be the best temperament for what you're looking for. His super-dark brindle coat is so cool though. Other boys we met: Call was a sweet, gentle boy who almost came home with us; Adam said at turnouts he just finds himself a shady spot, digs a hole, and takes a nap. Jade and Jazzy were also sweethearts. Jade's a young'un so he was into everything—he was counter surfing in the kennel kitchen —but he's affectionate and gorgeous. Jazzy has thick lovely fur and seemed like a very mellow dude. He has janky toes like Sweep did. The track will be closing in December and they're really not sure what to expect—lots of dogs or hardly any dogs—so we were advised to decide by September for safety's sake. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercsmom Posted July 4, 2022 Author Share Posted July 4, 2022 (edited) I've been looking at Goose (after you suggested that group) but couldn't get the personality information I needed. And, yes, I'd even mapped out (1) fly to Knoxville (2) Drive to Chattanooga (3) Spend the night with my niece and nephew in Huntsville (4) Fly home from Nashville. As I want a calming influence for Mercury during thunderstorms, it sounds like Goose would not work out. He is beautiful though! Edited July 4, 2022 by Mercsmom Quote Momma to Jupiter. Mummy to my Bridge Angels, Mercury and Liberty, the world's best blackngreylabhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zimsmom Posted July 5, 2022 Share Posted July 5, 2022 There are no adoptable greyhounds in all of Florida? Serious question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted July 5, 2022 Share Posted July 5, 2022 3 hours ago, zimsmom said: There are no adoptable greyhounds in all of Florida? Serious question. Most/many Florida groups disbanded when the tracks closed and there were no more hounds to pull from. Similar to the other states where the tracks have closed. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmettobug Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Elizabeth, we're willing to help out if you find one w/a group in SC/NC or GA. Just let me know a few days in advance! Quote Current Crew: Gino-Gene-Eugene! (Eastnor Rebel: Makeshift x Celtic Dream); Fuzzy the Goo-Goo Girl (BGR Fuzzy Navel: Boc's Blast Off x Superior Peace); Roman the Giant Galoot! (Imark Roman: Crossfire Clyde x Shana Wookie); Kitties Archie and Dixie Forever Missed: K9 Sasha (2001-2015); Johnny (John Reese--Gable Dodge x O'Jays) (2011-19); the kitties Terry and Bibbi; and all the others I've had the privilege to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBass Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Elizabeth, you know you've also got me for a GUR driver. Quote Lucy with Greyhound Nate and OSH Tinker. With loving memories of MoMo (FTH Chyna Moon), Spirit, Miles the slinky kitty (OSH), Piper "The Perfect" (Oneco Chaplin), Winston, Yoda, Hector, and Claire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Here's the group I was talking about the other day. Awesome Greyhound Adoptions They are a Florida-based group matching veterans with service greyhounds, and doing adoptions. They don't show any adoptables available at this time, but I know they have some from the founder's posts on FB. Plus I think they are a group that will match you with one of their dogs rather than having you pick one off the internet. Says to submit an app to get on their radar. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 (edited) god's greyts? https://godsgreyts.com located in florida, my friend in ohio always adopts thru them. she has wonderful dogs just saw a post on FB from a friend- 2 in florida to be adopted together. she doesn't share but here is the link to the grouphttps://www.awesomegreyhoundadoptions.org Edited July 7, 2022 by cleptogrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercsmom Posted July 7, 2022 Author Share Posted July 7, 2022 I saw that bonded pair of females. They're cute but I need one hound. I talk to everyone I know looking for that "someone who knows someone". One of the Florida groups is getting West Virginia (where my Merc raced [tried to race]) hounds. Maybe that will be the answer. Thanks, everyone, for your input. Quote Momma to Jupiter. Mummy to my Bridge Angels, Mercury and Liberty, the world's best blackngreylabhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mychip1 Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Try Linda Ann's ...it's what I got Sam through... http://www.lindasgreys.com/ Quote Robin, EZ (Tribal Track), JJ (What a Story), Dustin (E's Full House) and our beautiful Jack (Mana Black Jack) and Lily (Chip's Little Miss Lily) both at the BridgeThe WFUBCC honors our beautiful friends at the bridge. Godspeed sweet angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 2 hours ago, Mercsmom said: I saw that bonded pair of females. They're cute but I need one hound. I talk to everyone I know looking for that "someone who knows someone". One of the Florida groups is getting West Virginia (where my Merc raced [tried to race]) hounds. Maybe that will be the answer. Thanks, everyone, for your input. There's also a single fawn male along with those two sisters from the same situation. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddibear Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 Gold Coast Greyhounds has American and Irish dogs. They are in Tarpon Springs but dogs are in foster homes in tri-county. I have 2 from them in the past year. My foster from them is going to a home in Savannah. You must put in Application to get the ball rolling. Allegent flys into St Petersburg. ( my location) Rent a car and drive back to Punta Gorda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 GALT is in Dallas. They are still getting track hounds as well as others - owner surrenders, shelters, strays. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted July 12, 2022 Share Posted July 12, 2022 On 7/8/2022 at 5:58 PM, FiveRoooooers said: GALT is in Dallas. They are still getting track hounds as well as others - owner surrenders, shelters, strays. From GALT website "Due to the national shortage of adoptable greyhounds, as well as available GALT greyhounds, sighthound mixes and lurchers, combined with the current large volume of GALT adoption applications, we are temporarily suspending applications outside of our operational areas of Dallas / Fort Worth and New Mexico.." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 12, 2022 Share Posted July 12, 2022 My bad (But, how far is FL from D/FW? Surely they would make an exception for a brother for Merc!) Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claudiav Posted August 9, 2022 Share Posted August 9, 2022 Mercsmom, Did you ever find a group in S Florida with adoptable greyhounds? We are in Wellington, and also looking. I've sent some FB messages and emails, but have not received any responses yet... I think they are out of business here... I was hoping to at least put my name down on waiting list(s) somewhere... Please share your experiences Thank you, Claudia Quote Image removed, not within Signature Guidelines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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