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Greetings!
Summer is traditionally a slow time for donations as we all enjoy much-needed breaks from the day-to-day, but the incoming greyhounds don't know that, and their needs continue. Thanks to a very bighearted donor GALT was blessed to receive a very generous donation of $8,000 this past week with the stipulation that it be added anonymously to the base funds for the Bridge The Gap Matching Fund. That means that your gift to the Bridge The Gap fund will stretch TWICE as far in helping GALT's greyhounds as each dollar is instantly doubled!
Please consider making a commitment to help the hounds today. With the help of friends like you, GALT can continue in its mission of helping greyhounds day after day.
Thank you for your continued support!
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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KROGER NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR PROGRAM
It's time for a new year of the Kroger Neighbor to Neighbor program in support of GALT! Print out the letter and link to your Kroger PlusCard for another year of helping GALT when shopping! The new giving period starts Sunday, July 1.
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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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NEW ANIMAL WHIMSEY PENDANTS!
Unveiling Animal Whimsey's newest addition! Greyhound and Pal Pendant - a running greyhound with a bunny rider ears flying in the wind, bordered in a heart to proudly show your love for the breed. The Sterling silver pendant weighs approximately 5.4 grams. It's length is just under an inch; it's width is just over 1.3 inches, and it's 2.45mm thick. It comes on a black, round Greek leather cord which is 1.5mm thick. Choose your length of 16 inches or 18 inches - check this out - a wardrobe staple for sure!
And check out this same designed pendant featuring a Schnauzer, Toy Poodle, Dachshund, Beagle, Terrier mix and "fat Cat".
 An assortment of Animal Whimsey Jewelry is now being featured and is on display at Southwest Gallery, 4500 Sigma Road, Dallas 75244. Animal themed, lovingly designed and hand created by Texas jewelry artist Donna Pizarro. Stop by to see a collection of pendants, rings and other items featuring many breeds!
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BECOME A MEMBER OF GALT NOW AND GET A $25 DISCOUNT AT PET SUPPLIES PLUS!
Purchase an annual membership to GALT and the first 50 people to join will receive a coupon to Pet Supplies Plus worth $25 on anything in the store. NO MINIMUM PURCHASE REQUIRED!
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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JUNE ADOPTIONS - CONGRATULATIONS GREYS!
 Mason adopted by Mark BruscherLynn adopted by Suzanne Burke
Coach adopted by Jimmy and Gina Neal
Abigail adopted by Karen Vergamini
Kaiser adopted by Sherry and David Layne
Comanche adopted by Wes Weisheit and Melissa Paar
Dolly adopted by Diane Jackson
Lulu adopted by Jerry and Cheryl Battle
Marvin adopted by Cynthia Coffee
Cash adopted by Larry and Carolyn White
Brad adopted by Jeff and Molly Jarrett
Ida adopted by Robert and Carla Clark
Sheldon, fka Comanche
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MEET & GREETS
 Saturday, July 7, 2012 11:00am - 1:00pm
Orvis - Dallas
8300 Preston Road
Dallas, TX
Five to six available greyhounds will be at this event
Map
Saturday, July 7, 2012
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Petco - Carrollton
2722 N. Josey Lane
Carrollton, TX
Three to four available greyhounds will be at this event
Map
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FEATURED GREYHOUND
Pixie, aka BI's Pace Setter, is a 4-year-old white & red female born February 8, 2008. Her sire is Lonesome Cry and her dam is Bow Pompey. Pixie has 56 races to her credit on Greyhound-data.com. Staring on December 20, 2009 at Bluff's Run, she finished on October 6, 2011 at Gulf Greyhound Park with a broken leg. Her leg was repaired, however she is suffering from complications due to a bone infection and joined the GALT family to receive necessary treatment. After removal of the original pin and wire used to repair her broken leg, and extensive rounds of antibiotics, Pixie now has a clean bill of health. Her radar ears are on the hunt for her forever home!
Pixie is not cat tolerant, and will be exposed to small dogs at a later date.
Pixie may be a small girl, but she's quite the dynamo! She's enthusiastic about life - loves walks, loves eating, loves toys, and loves people. One of her major goals in life is to catch a squirrel - her ears go straight up when she sees one on a walk, and she just doesn't understand why we won't let go of the leash so she can start the chase.
She doesn't try to get up on the furntiure at all, but don't leave any food on your counters or she'll find it! Her housetraining is good, she crates when we're gone, but will complain a bit before she settles down. She would probably do best with another dog in the house for companionship. She loves sleeping next to another dog.
She is not cat tolerant, and not tiny dog tolerant. But in the right home, she would be sure to bring a smile to your face every single day.
-Pixie'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 Spinner, Gumbo, Casey, Gus, Flash and Kiwi.
 
Gumbo Casey
   
Gus Spinner Flash Kiwi
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RAINBOW BRIDGE
Hickory, aka Pin Oak Hickory, GALT #145
May 1, 1999 - May 29, 2012
Beloved and cherished by Joanne and Joe Smith
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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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