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Greetings!
As we approach next week, keep in mind it's 4th of July, and that means FIREWORKS and lots of SCARED GREYHOUNDS! Make sure your gates are closed and locked so if fear does strike, they are at least in the safety of your yard (as a general rule, it's always good to make sure your gates are locked so gardeners and such cannot accidentally let your greys out). Get those thundershirts ready if you live near areas where fireworks are allowed. Help them feel safe with lots of reassurance and love. This is one of the scariest days of the year for most greyhounds, especially newly retired ones!
Can you FEEL THE HEAT? You can bet your dogs can! Even though our greys have thinner coats than most dogs, they are still fur coats nonetheless. Make sure they aren't sunbathing too long, even if they seem to be enjoying it. Consider shortening those walks - remember dogs can't sweat! Pay attention to your dog and let their signals help guide you... Are they panting more than usual? Are they drinking more water? Does it look like the pavement is too hot for their feet? Be aware of what your house temperature is, and how much water is in their bowl. Texas summers are brutal. Be careful and keep the pups safe!.
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.
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 Check out the STUNNING Animal Whimsey Greyhound Eternity Ring! Available HERE!!! |
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GREYHOUND ANGEL NETWORK AUCTION
2 Hounds Design is hosting an auction for Greyhound Angel Network - GAN is a staunch friend and supporter of GALT! Please support them so that they can continue their greyt work!
Happy Bidding!
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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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GALT'S SPECIAL FRIEND
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Mason, recently adopted by Mark Bruscher, relaxes with Angel -- an available grey -- at Petco Grand Prairie.
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Mark Bruscher, the General Manager of Petco Grand Prairie, is one of GALT's many "angels" who gives to our organization in so many different ways. Mark personally donates to GALT on a regular basis, and he hosts a Meet & Greet at his store several times a year. In addition, Mark has also been instrumental in directing numerous Petco Foundation grants to GALT over the last few years. But that's not all -- Mark is also a "serial" GALT adopter! He recently adopted Mason, and he is also the dad of GALT's Lemonade and Hannah. His other two GALT greys, Jazz and Aruba, are waiting at the Rainbow Bridge.
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Mason presents the $500 Visa gift card to Hazel, Wyatt, Brad and Gus. Brad met his new forever Mom at the Grand Prairie Meet & Greet -- but Hazel, Wyatt and Gus are still waiting for their forever homes!
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At the Petco Grand Prairie Meet & Greet earlier this month, Mark and Mason presented a very special gift to the other GALT greys in attendance. The gift? A $500 Visa gift card! Mark had entered an Avoderm display contest recently and beat out 149 other stores in the region for first place. The $500 award, which Mark generously donated to GALT, will be used to pay vet expenses.
GALT is privileged to count Mark as one of GALT's special friends and champions. Thanks, Mark -- for all that you do for the hounds!
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Mark passes along his latest GALT gift to Barb Christian, Meet & Greet Manager for Petco Grand Prairie.
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FINAL WEEK! LEAVING TRACKS WINE FUNDRAISER
This is the last week to participate in the Leaving Tracks fundraiser! They 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 30, 2012 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Canine Commissary - Plano
1301 Custer Road
Plano, TX
Five to six available greyhounds will be at this event
Map
Sunday, July 1, 2012
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Petco - West Plano
1601 Preston Road
Plano, TX
Three to four available greyhounds will be at this event
Map
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FEATURED GREYHOUND
Hazel is a 2-year-old red female with a dark muzzle born in January 2010. Her tattoos are still being researched, but she is marked as the 'C' pup in her litter. This serene girl is sure to charm you with her dark muzzle and contrasting white feet!
Hazel has passed her initial cat test and she is also fine with small dogs.
Hazel is a sweet, outgoing girl who loves to chase, and be chased by, our Jack Russell puppy. When not vigorously playing with her toys or her playmate, she is searching for someone's knee to rest her head on. Though not a "Velcro dog" she loves to be with people and will get herself in some pretty awkward positions in order to press her head against her you. She is a roacher (lays on her back), which is adorable! She loves long walks and is quite good on a leash. She is very tolerant of our neighbor's very small, very hyper dog that eagerly jumps on her face when they meet during walks. Hazel is a beautiful, loyal and caring dog who, I believe, is capable of thriving in almost any environment, as long as she has a person she can love.
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INCOMING DOGS
Casey is a 1 1/2-year-old black male born on November 17, 2010. His sire is Lonesome Cry and his dam is Kayjay Obsession. Casey was not individually registered and has no races. He was turned in to the Amarillo shelter, and from there joined the GALT family. |
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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, Canyon, Gus, Flash and Kiwi. Greys awaiting processing at Houn' House is Casey.
 
Gumbo Canyon
   
Gus Stampede Flash Kiwi
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RAINBOW BRIDGE
- Godiva, aka Ziti, Gable Ziti, July 3, 2004 - June 21, 2012
Beloved and cherished by Joyce and Stephan England - Chase, aka Superior Chase, February 21, 2006 - June 20, 2012
Beloved and cherished by Trent Bass and Lori Carlson - Red Hot, aka Redhot Hipockets, December 7, 2001 - June 20, 2012
Beloved and cherished by Mike and Michelle Howard - Simon, aka Stabler, March 27, 2003 - June 16, 2012
Greatly missed by Steve, Kathleen,John, Allison, and Nicholas Hardy
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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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