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LINKS WE LIKE

Here are some link to various sites and organizations. Greyhound Pets of Arizona does not endorse these people/places, we just thought we'd share them with you.

Information about Greyhounds

Click to download a PDF version of "The Greyhound Guide", useful information for the current or prospective Greyhound owner

Experience a Week at a Greyhound Kennel
This page provides some great insight as to what it is like to work at a Greyhound kennel. Two women spent a week at Wonderland Kennel and shared details of daily life.

General Information

John & Cindy Hutzelman
480 830-2961 |  jehutzelman@cox.net 
John & Cindy have offered to answer any general questions for Greyhound owners or prospective owners in the Phoenix area.

Presentation About Greyhounds for Children

"From a Racer to a Pet", Retired Racing Greyhounds for Children
A good presentation for families who are looking to educate their children on Greyhounds. The presentation was written by Monica's Heart adoption group in PA and an article was published in Celebrating Greyhounds. They have offered their presentation for use by other adoption groups.

Leo by Cindy Victor
Check out this great book about a journey of a retired racer, Leo. Lots of great reviews from fellow Greyhound lovers everywhere and part of the benefits goes to support adoption group of buyer's choice.

Dog-Friendly Activities

Therapy Dogs Inc.
National therapy dog group...a great way to share your dog with others who can't have one.

Delta Society
An organization for therapy dogs.

Companion Animal Association of Arizona, Inc.
Arizona group whose mission is to enhance the quality of lives of people by promoting the Human/Companion Animal Bond and to provide support when the bond is broken. This is a great organization that will put your dog to work! Visit local facilities with your dog in order to provide some special "pet time" for those who can't have a pet.

Greyhound Accessories

Aid 4 Greys
These folks make beautiful Martingale collars at very reasonable prices. Their "Mother Bunny" fleece toys are among the most durable you'll find. (We have some that are over a year old and look like new—with 7 dogs in the house!) They donate 100% of the profits from the sales of these items to the Greyhound rescue community at large—over $14,000 in 2008.

Fast Jack
Clothing with very cool/cute/funny Greyhound art. You'll see them and have to order. Their slogan..."Run fast, live slow!"

GreytCrafts
Fun jewelry and other accessories in Beth's shop, with 10% of all proceeds benefitting GPA-AZ.

2 Hounds Design
Fashionable… Comfortable… Fun! Exclusive, Custom Martingale Dog Collars

Judy's Greyhound Gifts, LLC
Beautiful, unique items for Greyhounds & the people who love them.

Halemar
Greyhound coats, etc. Greyt sales!

Greyt Designs
Custom martingale collars, jammies, coats and gifts.

Greyhound Artists

Art in Detail - Cynthia Peters

Art by Billie - Billie Mann

Storyteller by Bonnie FraguaGreyhound "Storyteller"
One of the most unique Greyhound items you'll find - handmade Greyhound "storytellers" by Bonnie Fragua of the Jemez Pueblo in New Mexico. Each piece is custom-made, and signed by the artist. Charming, southwest design on each Greyhound. Sizes vary, but these two figures are approximately 6" tall. Contact Bonnie at 505-838-2949 or 505-362-6096 or email boninsoco@yahoo.com. The sculptures sell for approximately $150.00.

Greyhound Experienced Photographers

Southern Arizona

Lil Pals Pet Photography
Serving Maricopa County with her mobile studio, Kristina Pasquini can come to you and photograph your hounds. 
623 670-6538 or kristina@lilpalsphoto.com

Greyhound-Experienced Pet Sitters

Holistic Hounds 
480-720-2953 - ask for Holly
I am an active petsitter/pet wellness consultant and have a small online store of natural dog food, treats and supplements.

Greyhound-Experienced Dog Trainers/Classes

Animal Attitudes 
480-998-9377
Training with no change in personality, obedience and behavior modification and problem solving, handicapped service dogs

Greyhound-Experienced Vets

Southern Arizona

Sonora Veterinary Specialists (24 Hour Emergency Clinic)
4015 East Cactus Road   
Phoenix, AZ  85032   
602.765.3700   
fax 602-765-3661   
Open 24 Hours
sonoraveterinaryspecialists.com

Animal Medical and Surgical 
17477 North 82nd Street
Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
(Northeast corner of Princess Drive and 82nd Street)
480-502-4400
animalmedicalandsurgical.com

Glenfair Veterinary Hospital
Jim Alexander, DVM
5820 N 59th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 939-3351

Homestead Animal Clinic
Duane Hunt, DVM
2020 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85213
(480) 649-6300
www.homesteadanimalclinic.com

Saguaro Veterinary Clinic 
8426 E Mcdonald Dr, Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 948-1770

Northern Arizona

Airpark Animal Hospital
Dr. Celeste Flannery
515 Airpark Rd., Suite 103
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
928 649-8387
airparkanimalhospital.com

Greyhound Health

National Canine Cancer Foundation

Pet Guardian Angels of Arizona 
A national pet rescue and adoption assistance service also offering general and health related articles and resources for all types of pets. 

Holistic Hounds/Bowser's Bistro Natural Pet Market 
Flagstaff AZ 928-526-3043

DGP - Dog Gone Pain
This herbal supplement is amazing. In a couple of weeks it allowed our 7 year old Grey to change from a dog who couldn't jump up and run around to one who plays like a puppy. Reviewed in the "Whole Dog Journal", this product from Australia passed numerous tests in the real world, with positive results.

Other Greyhound Groups 

GPA-Southern Nevada
If you are seeking a Greyhound in the Las Vegas area, check out their available dogs. Click to see their dogs now.

The Greyhound Gang
Check out Claudia's informative Greyhound site. Complete guide on what to expect when adopting a new Greyhound.

The Greyhound Guild
This is an Arizona Non-Profit Public Benefit corporation run by volunteers who spread the word about these wonderful hounds.

Northcoast Greyhounds 
A strictly a FUN-Draising enterprise contributing 100% of earnings to greyt causes. Unique greyhound gifts and Unusual Jewels are offered on the website and on eBay by "Greytstuff". Sign up for "Insider Trading" to receive weekly announcements of fundraising events.