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Greetings!
With summer upon us, vacation plans are on many folks' agendas. Just a reminder if you need a place for your greyhound to stay while you are out of town (unless the lucky guy or girl goes with you), GALT maintains a list of greyhound savvy people (email info@GALTx.org) who board at their homes or pet sit at your home. And of course there are always the many boarding facilities around the metroplex that can accommodate your greyhound. Just be sure if you leave your greyhound with family, neighbors or friends, that they are aware of the greyhound's behavior and habits, and are "greyhound savvy" in general. Some people just don't know how sensitive greyhounds are to the Texas heat, or just how fast they can slip out a door. Texas heat, and Texas traffic can both be lethal. GALT's good friend Claudia Presto has some excellent information on heat exhaustion on the Greyhound Gang's website.
Also with summer comes vacation time for GALT's regular foster families. If you have been thinking about fostering, now is a perfect time to get your feet wet and give it a try. Our foster homes are a very important resource - we couldn't do without them! Contact Jennifer Vilches at Jennifer@vilches.org if you can help.
The Officers, Directors, and Committee Members of Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc.
GALT has earned the Guidestar Exchange Seal, demonstrating its commitment to transparency.
GALT is a Top-Rated Animal Welfare Nonprofit for 2012. |
JAMES GUDE PLEADS GUILTY
As many of you that follow GALT know, James Gude was charged with three Class A Misdemeanors in the Tarrant County District Court for his inhumane treatment of the 9 greyhounds taken by GALT in July 2010 from the FWAC 28 seizure including the deaths of Pudge, Rachael and Martin. In addition, on July 13, 2011, Gude relinquished Faith and her 8 puppies to Ft. Worth Animal Control after an inspection of his premises.
The following email was just received from the Tarrant County District Attorney's office:
Today, June 20, 2012, James Gude pled guilty on all three cases. He was sentenced to one day in jail (meaning he has a firmed up conviction) on two of the cases. This means that the next time he does this, it will be a felony. On the other case, he pled to 18 months probation with a $1000 fine. His conditions are that he cannot have any animals at all, he must do 24 hours of community service at the animal shelter, he must consent to home visits and he must report to a probation officer during the whole period of probation. If he is found with any animal during his period of probation, his probation could be revoked and he could be sentenced to jail for up to 1 year. |
 Check out the STUNNING Animal Whimsey Greyhound Eternity Ring! Available HERE!!! |
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FUNDRAISER - POO B GONE
Our wonderful friends at Poo B Gone are offering a summer special to benefit GALT! The 30/30 special gets you 30% off poo removal service during the summer months, and they will also give $30 to GALT for each 30/30 redemption! Summer package prices are based on number of dogs in your household - call now to get more details! 972-247-6964 Hurry! Offer expires August 31st!
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AUCTION ITEMS NEEDED FOR ONLINE AUCTION!
GALT will be holding an online auction in July to benefit the greyhounds and WE NEED YOU! This auction provides much needed funds to help keep GALT's mission going!
AUCTION ITEMS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Artwork
- Jewelry
- Dog related items (new)
- T-shirts
- Books
- Gift Certificates (not location specific preferred)
- Restaurant Certificates (not location specific preferred)
- Airline tickets
- Hotel stays
- Time shares/Vacation Packages
- Concert tickets
- Sports Tickets
If you have something to donate, please contact Susie McQuade at susie.mcquade@gmail.com (or 214-676-3544) or Barb Christian at barbara.christian@yahoo.com (or 214-754-7767) if you can help for this greyt event! You can also drop items off at 3400 Carlisle St.,#310, Dallas Tx 75204 or at VCA Preston Park Animal Hospital, 18770 Preston Rd Dallas 75252, or we can make arrangements for pick up. If you can help with taking pictures, writing descriptions, database entry or packing and mailing, please let Barb or Susie know.
THIS ONLINE AUCTION WILL BE HELD JULY 21 - JULY 31, 2012! ALL ITEMS ARE NEEDED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, SO WE CAN MEET OUR JULY 10 DEADLINE FOR COLLECTION.
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 MAGIC ZOO JEWELRY BENEFIT The Magic Zoo is having a six-day benefit for GALT! 17% of your sales total will be donated to GALT to help the greyhounds! You will also receive a free pewter greyhound lapel pin with your purchase - see picture at right. Check out the numerous beautiful animal designs, including greyhounds, other dog breeds, horses, wildlife, and much more. All pieces are designed by artist Merry Rosenfield and are cast and finished here in the USA..
The benefit lasts through Sunday, June 24. Check it out HERE! |
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LEAVING TRACKS WINE FUNDRAISER
Leaving Tracks has picked GALT to benefit from their benefit wine sales through June! Check out the exciting new greyhound-based wine labels - everything from Chardonnay to Cabernet is available for purchase. Many thanks to Leaving Tracks!
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2012 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
Your membership dollars will support transition and adoption efforts! GALT supports, welcomes and encourages an active, organized membership base of greyhound lovers who share the passion and vision of finding loving, responsible forever homes for greyhounds.
Without your support, we cannot further our mission to rescue and adopt these wonderful dogs.
Don't forget!
Gold Memberships have the option to take 10% off event tickets. When ordering your tickets online, make sure to enter in your coupon code received in your Membership letter to get your 10%.
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LOGAN'S SECRET
 Faced with the most crucial decision of his life during the middle of a race, Logan the lightning fast greyhound, makes a decision that launches him into a world of danger, uncertainty and challenge. Follow Logan, one of GALT's own greyhounds, on his adventurous journey leading him to learn survival techniques and uncover secrets to help him achieve his life dream! Based on actual events. Book now available!
Here's what people are saying about the book:
"Logan's Secret is a beautifully wrought tale told from the point of view of Logan, who is a darn good writer. His message, however is universal, valuable, and will benefit any and all who read it, from age 8 to 80. What a lovely and important, beautifully conceived work of art!" - Promise and Cynthia
"A wonderful story that you don't want to end. A must read for all who are graced to live with a Greyhound.
Written from Logan's point of view which captures your attention and your love."
Children 8 to adult
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BECOME A GALT CHAMPION!
It has never been easier to support the GALT greyhounds! GALT Champions are dedicated GALT supporters who pledge monthly donations to ensure funds will always be available to care for our precious greyhounds. The GALT champions make "no grey turned away" a reality each and every day.
You can choose your level of monthly support ($15, $25 or $36) or write in the amount that you wish to pledge each month to help the hounds. It's that simple! Donate
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MEET & GREETS
 Saturday, June 23, 2012 11:00am - 1:00pm
Petco - Frisco
15942 El Dorado Pkwy
Frisco, TX
Three to four available greyhounds will be at this event
Map
Saturday, June 23, 2012
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Petco - Grapevine
1250 William D. Tate Ave
Grapevine, TX
Three to four available greyhounds will be at this event
Map
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FEATURED GREYHOUND
Tiffany, aka Rays Lexus, is a 2½-year-old black female born August 29, 2009. Her sire is Flying Penske and her dam is Robin's Alexis. She has no races to her credit on greyhound-data.com, preferring to start her retirement early. Tiffany is littermate to Autumn.
Tiffany's Cat Test: Tiffany sniffed both cats and promptly wandered away. She had no interest in them, even Floppy who was annoyed and was being very vocal.
Tiffany is a sweet, quiet, reserved girl who would love to have a canine companion to hang out with in her forever home. She might also do okay as an only pet if someone is home with her most of the time. She loves playing with our dogs in the backyard. She totally ignores our cats - what a good girl! She's fine with our young boys - if they get to playing too loudly, she'll just get up and move. Small dogs seem to fit in the loud kids category - she avoids little yappers at meet & greets. She has learned her house manners nicely - she comes to find us when she needs to go out to do her business and has never counter surfed or gotten on the furniture. She crates well, and in fact sleeps much better in the crate than out on a dog bed at night. She rides well in the car - jumping in, laying down, and not rushing to jump out. While playful outside, she prefers just to hang out on a dog bed inside, preferably one with a window view. She has tossed a toy around occasionally, but seems to prefer just picking one to keep near her for a few days and then swapping it for another toy.
Tiffany She enjoys affection, snuggles, and hugs once she gets to know you. She can't wait to meet a loving, patient forever family who will give her time to blossom!
-Tiffany's foster parents
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INCOMING DOGS
There are no incoming dogs this week!
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GREYS IN BOARDING
If you have been considering fostering, or know someone who is considering fostering, now would be a great time to jump in! If anyone can help, even temporarily, please contact Jennifer Vilches at jennifer@vilches.org. Greys waiting on foster homes at BARK! and Top Paw Resort are Stampede, Gumbo, Gabriel, Gus, Flash and Kiwi. Greys awaiting processing at Houn' House are Canyon and Story.
 
Gumbo Gabriel
   
Gus Stampede Flash Kiwi
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RAINBOW BRIDGE
No GALT dogs crossed over the bridge this week!
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If you have an article to submit for publication, a suggestion, or a "greyt" story, please email galt.news@gmail.com.
If you have moved or need to update your contact information since you adopted your GALT greyhound, please email info@greyhoundadoptiontx.org.
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Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc.
P.O. Box 680 Addison, Texas 75001-0680
972.503.GALT
info@greyhoundadoptiontx.org
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