Greyhounds

chicagobride_07

Got this forwarded from a friend and wanted to post, if there is any interest:

Dairyland Greyhound Racetrack in Kenosha, Wisconsin will be closing on December 31, 2009.

900 Greyhounds will need to be adopted otherwise they will be euthanized, now is a great time to consider adopting a Greyhound. They are very loving and laid back. They don't need the space people think they need. They are great for an active family because they have been crated almost all their lives and they sleep about 18 out of the 24 hours a day. They are just looking for someone to love them and supply them with a warm bed!!!!

They test the dogs to see if they are cat friendly and or small dog friendly. They also know if a dog should be a single dog or if they would be great in a 2, 3, or 4 dog house!!!  

Please help me get the word out; we only have 6 weeks to get this task done!!

Karen2905

Hi all. Just a note. My DH and I heard this story and are currently looking into adoption. My intent is not to downplay the urgency here, but I think it's important to note that these dogs, per Wisconsin law, cannot be euthanized. Also, dairyland greyhound park, in my recent correspondance with them, said that they won't be sure of how many dogs will be available for adoption until after the park closes on 12/31. They say that Chicagoland greyhound rescues will very likely be receiving some of the dogs. Anyway, give adoption some thought - they're great animals!

mbs79

Good luck in finding a great rescue for your family.  We just recently adopted a rescue.  Best decision ever!