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Africa: June Dog of the Month

June 1, 2025

Please contact Greyhound Pets, Inc. Woodinville ([email protected]) for more information about this dog.

Africa

Tag No: 7051
Registered Name: None
Breed: Saluki/Canaan
Date of Birth:  February 4, 2021
Color: Black/Tan
Cat Trainable: No
Dog Friendly: Ok with dogs her size, unknown with others
Kid Friendly: Unknown
Weight:  55 lbs
Location: Woodinville, WA (Kennel)
Comments: This four year old Saluki/Canaan mix is a playful and affectionate girl with plenty of puppy-like energy. Mostly black in color and blessed with that slinky sighthound physique, Africa stands out from the crowd with a delightfully curly tail, notably large ears, and best of all, a pair of beige eyebrows that seem to have been dabbed on sideways with a large brush and give her the cutest quizzical expression.

Africa was surrendered to our friends at Bahrain Animal Rescue Centre (BARC) when she was just a puppy by an owner who was leaving the country and couldn’t take her along. After a stint in the BARC shelter Africa then lived in a foster home, where we are told she was in heaven playing with the other dogs and cuddling with her foster mom on the bed. In February, 2024, Africa finally took her “Freedom Flight” to America and GPI.

When Africa first arrived at GPI she was somewhat unsure about being handled as she was naturally confused, wondering what was happening to her and who all these strange people were. But Africa caught on quick that the kind staff and volunteers at GPI can be relied upon 100% to give gentle caresses and tasty eats. That said, she is not a fan of restrictive affection or having her collar grabbed by strangers-and really, who could blame her?

She is currently more than making up for lost time in her social life and now shows exuberant affection towards her human friends. She is a little shy on first introduction (especially with large men), but give her a few moments and her natural curiosity and intelligence will override any reluctance to approach you. Add an optional treat or two, and presto you will have a wiggling little kiss dispenser who is hoping to be your new bestie. Africa is very eager to please and sometimes values human affection even over treats!

The right home for Africa could include dog-savvy kids and/or a compatible dog, but no cats. She loves to run and play (games of chase are a favorite) and happily shares her toys. Her garden must have a high fence (at least six feet) because this athletic lass can jump! Africa is suited to a life in a quieter suburban or rural area, not in a busy downtown environment.

It might be due to her lack of experience or just her personality, but Africa can be temporarily overwhelmed by stimulating or bustling environments. Her family should definitely introduce her to new places and experiences, but just a bit slowly and selectively while she learns about the world and her real personality emerges.

Africa is seeing the world outside the kennel on group walks with her GPI dog friends at a moderately busy public park. She doesn’t seem to mind other dogs being in close proximity. A few of GPI’s volunteer trainers, under the tutelage of GPI’s professional trainer, Miss Rosyn, have made great progress in teaching Africa basic leash manners and how to control her youthful impulsiveness. With more a bit more maturity and experience she will make a good on-leash walking companion, either one-on-one with her human or in a group dog walk. She loves car rides, though she needs to be restrained or contained as Africa believes you both should be in the driver’s seat!

Since arriving at GPI Africa has made great strides in learning about life as a pet, blossoming from a cautious and inexperienced youngster into a vivacious and loving dog. Now she just needs to take that final step into her forever home.

Sponsored by Sandi Wescott

Would you like to sponsor Africa while she waits for her forever home?  If so, you can find more info here:  https://greyhoundpetsinc.org/support/sponsor-a-dog/

Greyhound Pets, Inc. - www.greyhoundpetsinc.org - 877-468-7681

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ADOPT A GREYHOUND?

Read Greyhound Pets, Inc. FAQ about our requirements to adopt a greyhound and what to expect:

https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/learn/greyhound-faqs/

Once you are ready to adopt, please fill out an Application to Adopt on our website - https://greyhoundpetsinc.org/adopt/adoption-guide/

Photos by Chris, Robin, Suzanne, Monica, Mary & other Brightwater walkers

 

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Lake: March Dog of the Month

March 1, 2025

Please contact Greyhound Pets, Inc. Woodinville ([email protected]) for more information about Lake.

Lake

Tag No: 6978
Registered Name: None
Breed: Greyhound Mix
Date of Birth:  Approximately October 2021
Color: Black
Cat Trainable: No
Dog Friendly: Ok with greyhounds, Unknown with others
Kid Friendly: Unknown
Weight:  62 pounds
Location: Woodinville, WA (Kennel)
Comments:  Lake is sweet and adorable!!  She can be a little timid at first, but once comfortable, she is playful and fun!  Lake will need a home without cats and she plays a little rough to be ok with small dogs.  Lake will need a home with a fenced yard.  She is a cute, darling "fuzzy" girl.  Lake was a past Dog of the Month: https://greyhoundpetsinc.org/lake-august-dog-of-the-month/

Sponsored by Carla and Bill Rogers

For information on how to sponsor Lake, see: https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/support/sponsor-a-dog/

Greyhound Pets, Inc. - www.greyhoundpetsinc.org - 877-468-7681

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ADOPT A GREYHOUND?

Read Greyhound Pets, Inc. FAQ about our requirements to adopt a greyhound and what to expect:

https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/learn/greyhound-faqs/

Once you are ready to adopt, please fill out an Application to Adopt on our website - https://greyhoundpetsinc.org/adopt/adoption-guide/

Photos by Chris Nooney and our Brightwater volunteers

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Filed Under: Dog of the Month Tagged With: adoption, adoptions, dog of the month, dogs, greyhound, greyhounds

Kim: October Dog of the Month

October 1, 2024

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Please contact Greyhound Pets, Inc. Woodinville ([email protected]) for more information about Kim.

Kim

Tag No: 7011
Registered Name: None
Breed: Saluki Mix
Date of Birth:  December 2021
Color: Tan/Black
Cat Trainable: No
Dog Friendly: Ok with greyhounds
Kid Friendly: See Comments
Weight:  40 pounds
Location: Woodinville, WA (Kennel)
Comments:  Kim is fun, friendly and very sweet.  She loves to play ball!  She is so eager to please.  Kim loves car rides and is a dream in a car - just lies down and curls up.  Kim had been very sensitive to noises and new things, but (thanks to the folks in California) has been through a 6 week board and train program and knows a lot of commands and has adapted well to new things and sounds.  While she loves to run and play, she also loves to snuggle and hang with you.  We are working on her leash manners and greeting of strangers, and they are improving.  We think she would do fine as an only dog and may even do ok in an apartment as long as she is given some run time in a secure area.  If she gets really excited she can get a little nippy, so she may not do well with young children.  But it is easy to distract her and remind her of her manners.  She came to us from Mexico, via California.

Sponsored by Susan and Chip Terhune

If you can adopt just now but you'd like to help Kim by sponsoring her, you can get more info here: https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/support/sponsor-a-dog/

Greyhound Pets, Inc. - www.greyhoundpetsinc.org - 877-468-7681

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ADOPT A GREYHOUND/MIX?

Read Greyhound Pets, Inc. FAQ about our requirements to adopt a greyhound and what to expect:

https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/learn/greyhound-faqs/

Once you are ready to adopt, please fill out an Application to Adopt on our website - https://greyhoundpetsinc.org/adopt/adoption-guide/

Photos by Chris Nooney and her Brightwater Walk volunteers

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Filed Under: Dog of the Month Tagged With: adoption, dog of the month, dogs, greyhound, greyhound mixes, greyhounds

Rey: September Dog of the Month

September 1, 2024

Please contact Greyhound Pets, Inc. Woodinville ([email protected]) for more information about Rey.

Rey

Tag No: 6931
Registered Name: None
Breed: Greyhound Lurcher
Date of Birth:  Approx October 2018
Color: Brindle
Cat Trainable: No
Dog Friendly: Ok with greyhounds, No small dogs
Kid Friendly: No young children
Location: Woodinville, WA (Kennel)
Comments:  Rey is delightful and upbeat.  She is very playful and friendly - she absolutely adores people.  Rey loves to give hugs and get belly rubs.  Rey can come out the gate strong (she is a strong girl), but she soon calms with some clear guidance.  She is eager to learn, and our trainers are working with her - smart girl!!!  Rey would do best in an active home with no small dogs, cats or young children.

Sponsored by Carla and Bill Rogers, in memory of Gracie

Rey would love to have a sponsor while she waits to be adopted.  If this interests you, please see this link for more info:  https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/support/sponsor-a-dog/

Greyhound Pets, Inc. - www.greyhoundpetsinc.org - 877-468-7681

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ADOPT A GREYHOUND?

Read Greyhound Pets, Inc. FAQ about our requirements to adopt a greyhound and what to expect:

https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/learn/greyhound-faqs/

Once you are ready to adopt, please fill out an Application to Adopt on our website - https://greyhoundpetsinc.org/adopt/adoption-guide/

Photos by Chris Nooney and her Brightwater Walk Volunteers

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Filed Under: Dog of the Month Tagged With: adoption, dog of the month, greyhound

Kash: August Dog of the Month

July 31, 2024

Please contact Greyhound Pets, Inc. Woodinville ([email protected]) for more information about Kash.

Kash
Tag No: 7008
Registered Name: None
Breed: Pharoah Hound Mix
Date of Birth: Approx Jan 10, 2022
Color: Red Fawn
Cat Trainable: No
Dog Friendly: Ok with dogs his size, Unknown with others
Kid Friendly: Unknown
Weight: 30 pounds
Location: Woodinville, WA (Kennel)
Comments: Kash is a fun, playful, friendly and outgoing guy! He will just make you smile! He is active and higher energy, but also likes some cuddle time and affection. Kash is young and hasn't had much guidance in life, so he is still very much a puppy in training. Kash will need an active home, with a fenced yard, who can give him the exercise and guidance he needs. Kash will need a home without cats. Kash came to us from Hawaii.

Sponsored by Susan Crowe

Sponsored by Barbara Abelhauser

Kash would love to have a sponsor until he finds his forever home. More info here: https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/support/sponsor-a-dog/

Greyhound Pets, Inc. - www.greyhoundpetsinc.org - 877-468-7681

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ADOPT A GREYHOUND?

Read Greyhound Pets, Inc. FAQ about our requirements to adopt a greyhound and what to expect:

https://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org/learn/greyhound-faqs/

Once you are ready to adopt, please fill out an Application to Adopt on our website - https://greyhoundpetsinc.org/adopt/adoption-guide/

Photos by Chris Nooney and her Brightwater Walk volunteers.

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