When Jasmine arrived at a UK wildlife sanctuary she was starving and cold. She didn’t forget the kindnesses bestowed upon her, and dedicated her life to being a foster mother to puppies, fox cubs, a fawn, chicks, badger cubs, guinea pigs, and rabbits. Greyhounds like Jasmine, bred to race, are trained to chase rabbits. But that wasn’t the life Jasmine … [Read more...] about How a Rescued Greyhound Became a Foster Mom to Over 50 Animals
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The Last Greyhound Racetrack in London Has Closed Its Doors for Good
As light has been shed on the cruel world of greyhound racing, more people are boycotting, and as a result, more of the racetracks are banning the “sport.” England is well known for the tradition of racing these streamlined dogs, but now those days are done in the capital. Wimbledon Stadium has been a gambling hub for generations, but after 90 years in business … [Read more...] about The Last Greyhound Racetrack in London Has Closed Its Doors for Good
Happy Greyhound Gets the Snow Zoomies!
Who says greyhounds don't like the snow?! ❄❄ Posted by Northern Greyhound Adoptions on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 Not even the big snow dump up North could slow down this built-for-speed hound! :) … [Read more...] about Happy Greyhound Gets the Snow Zoomies!
Greyhound of 1000 Days Gets Forever Home Thanks to TV Program
........................................................................................................................................................................... It had been three long years of waiting, but thanks to a television show, Bud, the Greyhound, has found a forever home. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in the United Kingdom, has been involved with ITV's … [Read more...] about Greyhound of 1000 Days Gets Forever Home Thanks to TV Program
Tucson Greyhound Park Runs Its Final Race
At one time, there were several dog tracks in Arizona. For much of its 72 years, the Tucson Greyhound Park was among the most popular and successful venues in the state. This past Saturday night, the track ran its last race. “In the 1980s, it was very, very popular with big crowds," Michael Racy, a spokesman and lobbyist for the park for more than 20 years, told … [Read more...] about Tucson Greyhound Park Runs Its Final Race