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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Choose the Airedale Terrier as a Pet and Say Good-Bye to Boredom“The King of the Terriers”, the Airedale terrier comes from Airedale, Yorkshire, England, and it is the largest of the terrier breeds. It comes from crossing the old and vanished breeds of the Black-and-Tan terrier with the Otterhound. It is also said that they have the Manchester terrier in their blood. They were initially bred to hunt otters (reason for which they are also called the Waterside Terrier) and hares in the valley of the Aire river - that also gave its name to the breed - and to herd sheep, being both shepherd and hunting dogs. The Africanis Dog From the South African Plains to Your Home Dog breeders do not officially recognize Africanis as a breed. Also known as the Bantu Dog or the Zulu Dog, the breed developed in South Africa and it is basically comprised of similar breeds that are originally from the area. However, dog historians have acquired enough evidence to conclude that, originally, the breed lived in the East and Middle East and migrated to Africa in ancient times. The Zulu Dog is a perfect companion for people, whether we are talking about more traditional activities like hunting or herding, or simply about the pleasure of having a dog companion. The Afghan Hound Elegance and Distinction If the old saying that claims that dogs and masters resemble each other is true, then the Afghan hound is surely the dog most likely to be seen in the presence of an aristocrat. Its silky, thick coat will match any of its masters' designer dresses or elegant suits. Distinguished in looks and personality, this is one of the breeds that you can't stop looking at when seeing on the street and that you are very likely to see at a dog show. The Aidi Dog A Perfect Watchdog Of Moroccan origin, the Aidi dog evolved as a watchdog for herds of goats and sheep. For this reason, it has heightened senses that are very good at detecting threats and its instincts are perfectly in tune, resulting in a speedy and efficient reaction. These characteristics are also perfect for a hunting dog - so it is also very good at filling that role. Very courageous, this breed has evolved in the Morrocan mountains, protecting itself and its owners from many vicious predators like wildcats, but also from strangers. Also called the Berber (it was commonly used by Berber tribes), this breed is very similar to Pariah dogs - to which it is believed to be related. |
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Animal Shelter details for Going Home Greyhounds
Please visit Going Home Greyhounds and adopt a homeless pet You have reached the shelter page for Going Home Greyhounds. Going Home Greyhounds is located in wexford, Pennsylvania. If you have information to add or update for Going Home Greyhounds, please click here and let us know.
Going Home Greyhounds was founded in the summer of 1995 by Jane Drellow and Ruth Patrick. The organization was later incorporated in 1997 and received their 501(C)(3) non-profit status in December of 2001. Jane and Ruth designed the heart and greyhound head profile that became GHG's logo. Our logo is now proudly displayed on the new special edition Pennsylvania license plate. The organization currently consists of 5 board members and over 75 volunteers. Our volunteers perform various activities such as hauling retired racers from racing kennels, bathing newly retired dogs, fostering greyhounds in their home, doing meet and greets, participating in local parades and various fund raising activities. Since 1995, approximately 1500 retired racing greyhounds have been placed into loving homes throughout the greater Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. GHG is a local, all volunteer organization that adopts within a 100-mile radius of the Pittsburgh area. This helps to ensure that we are better able to communicate with our adopters and able to follow the care of our adoptees, because it is important to GHG that both the adopter and adoptee are happy and matched properly. Jim Hopper and Tender Touch Veterinary Hospital are the holders of GHG's kennel license. The majority of our adoptions are held at Tender Touch on scheduled adoption days, but the Allegheny County dog warden does allow a limited number of adoptions from foster homes per year. All dogs adopted out through GHG are fostered in a loving home environment. Our foster homes are very involved in the adoption process as they know their foster dog's needs. This is an invaluable service that enables us to help families adopt the dog that will fit with their lifestyle and family needs. After adoption, we have a excellent support group to help you through the transitional period as well as the entire lifespan of your greyhound. You will be given the foster home contact information at the time of adoption as well as GHG's behaviorist phone number. You will be contacted 4-5 weeks after adoption to see how things are going, 6 months later and then yearly. The Greyhound Gazette is distributed to over 800 adopters quarterly. Here you will find articles, upcoming events and general GHG happenings. What a wonderful way to communicate and stay in touch with our adopters. GHG's current fundraising activities include our annual reunion, a Christmas bazaar, spring and fall bathathons, and rummage sale. The annual reunion began in 1998 and is our most attended event. It is held at the North Park Lodge and is where previous adopters and volunteers get together for a great afternoon of food, music, games and events. It's a wonderful time that we all look forward to every year. The Pineapple/Marie Memorial fund was established for the veterinary and health care needs of sick and injured dogs in memory of two fosters (Pineapple and Marie). Both of these dogs were extremely sick coming into our foster program and their foster families were only able to care for and love them for a few short months before they both crossed the rainbow bridge. Because of donator generosity to this fund year round, we are able to accept dogs from the track that would otherwise be euthanized. GHG's first decade was a great success! Please help us to make the next 10 years even better! To see the adoptable pets for Going Home Greyhounds click here Return to list
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