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About PGC & Greyhounds ABOUT PHILADELPHIA GREYHOUND
CONNECTION, INC.
Philadelphia Greyhound Connection, Inc. is a PA Non-Profit 501(c)3 Corporation dedicated to assisting in the re-homing of retired racing Greyhounds. We hope to find as many forever homes as possible for Greyhounds that are no longer fast enough to be considered racers or those that may have been injured during racing. PGC, Inc. is an all-volunteer group
that was founded in December 2003. Our Greyhounds come from tracks along the Northeastern corridor of the US. We don’t
have kennels so all of our dogs go into foster care. Each new adopter is assigned a Greyt Buddy that they can contact
if they ever need any help or information. PGC is available 24~7~365 to assist adopters with anything they might need.
We highly recommend Bridgewater Veterinary Hospital (215.638.9275) and CARES (215.750.2774) for your Greyhounds medical
needs. We always have a large selection of coats (summer and winter), Martingale collar & lead sets, toys, handmade
collars available at discount prices. We even carry Gourmet Greyhound Coffee!
ADOPTION PROCESS
Our adoption donation is
$275.00. That covers spay or neuter, teeth cleaning, current inoculations and heartworm check & Microchip w/registration.
A collar and lead will be provided as well as a PGC, Inc. ID tag. A $50.00 check must accompany all applications. The adoption
process takes approximately 2-4 weeks. After you complete and return your application, the adoption representative will review
your application and answer any questions you may have. Your veterinary and personal references will also be checked at this
time. ADOPTION APPOINTMENT This will take approximately 45 minutes. You will meet your new dog, receive an informational packet and sign our adoption contracts. You are given a refresher course about how to take care of your new dog, what to expect once you get your dog home and safety issues, especially the off-leash issue. At this time you can ask as many questions as you need. You are assigned a Greyt Buddy (this is someone you can call for any questions or concerns). We provide extensive support to all of our adopters and keep in constant contact. PGC, Inc. is available to you 24~7~365. ABOUT GREYHOUNDS Greyhounds for adoption can range in age from 2 to 5 and have a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years. Senior’s (6+) are also available. Males are usually 26 to 30 inches high and between 65 and 85 pounds, females are usually 23 to 26 inches high and between 50 and 65 pounds. Their hair is extremely short and they shed very minimally. Most people who are allergic to dog hair are not usually allergic to Greyhounds. Greyhounds are part of the sight hound family and can see up to ½ mile away. For this reason, they can NEVER be let off the leash unless in a fully fenced in area. No matter how well your Greyhound follows your commands, NEVER allow him off the leash. Greyhounds come in many colors - brindle, black, white, fawn or a combination of these colors. They are extremely intelligent dogs and can adapt in their new environment rather quickly. They are very social animals and love to be cuddled! The more love and affection you give your Greyhound, the more you receive in return! Be prepared to stop often during your walks, Greyhounds are traffic stoppers! People will want to ask questions and pet the dogs. Best of all, you will experience the greatest love of all from your Greyhound, Unconditional Love.
Here are a few questions you should ask
yourself before adopting a Greyhound Why am I interested in adopting a Greyhound? Is it for myself, for the kids, or to replace a deceased canine cherished
by the whole family? It is important to be sure not only that your reasons are sound and not motivated by whimsy or impulse,
but also that your expectations of Greyhound ownership are reasonable. For instance, if you expect that getting a dog will teach your children about responsibility, think again. Dogs don’t teach responsibility,
that’s a parent’s job. Ask yourself why you are interested in Greyhounds specifically. Make a list of the pros
and cons of owning an ex-racer. Although they make greyt pets, they’re not for everyone. Does everyone in the family really want a Greyhound? At least 75% of a dog’s care tends to fall on the domestic
leader of the household. To pick up the remaining 25% of the responsibilities, it’s important that all other members
of the family really want the dog and are willing to pitch in. A dog that starts off being unwanted or resented by even one
member of the family can hardly expect a totally happy life! Am I prepared for the expense of Greyhound ownership? These expenses include but are not limited to (approximate costs):
Food $25.00 per month Treats $15.00 per Routine veterinary care $100.00 ~
Emergency veterinary visits? Monthly heartworm preventative $7.00 Monthly flea/tick preventative $14.00 (April to November) Winter coat $50.00 ~ Spring/Fall coat $20.00 to $40.00 Miscellaneous items: Martingale collar and lead, toys… Unconditional Love: Priceless A Few Facts About
Greyhounds ~A Greyhound is capable of reaching peak speeds
of 45-miles per hour and is the second-fastest land animal to the cheetah. ~The Greyhound’s tail acts as a rudder,
enabling it to turn quickly at high speeds. ~A litter of Greyhounds usually ranges between
5 to 9 puppies. ~A Greyhound’s racing name is not his real
name because yelling his real name during a race could interfere with performance. ~Greyhounds actually spend a lot of time each
day relaxing and sleeping. ~Greyhounds are muzzled not because they are vicious
animals. To the contrary, they are considered one of the most docile breed of canines. Muzzles are used to prevent overzealous
play in the turnout pen and during the heat of action during a race, in addition to assisting in the determining photo finishes.
~Like all sight hounds, Greyhounds must not be
allowed to run free, they may end up in the next state when they come to a halt. The drive to run and hunt is deeply ingrained,
so fenced yards and leashes are a must. ~Among the pharaohs known to keep Greyhounds were
Cleopatra VII, Tutankhamen & Amenhotep II. ~In the tenth century, King Howel of ~In 1014, King Canute established ~Famous Greyhound owners have included Alexander
the Great, George Washington, Rutherford B. Hayes, George Custer, Babe Ruth, Frank Sinatra, Al Capone, Ed Sullivan & Bo
Derek. Wanted: Purina Weight Circles If you are using Purina Products and would
like to help out please clip and save your weight circles. On every bag of Purina brand Dog Foods, you'll find a weight circle
on the side of the bag. PGC, Inc. collects these weight circles. Please send them to: Philadelphia Greyhound Connection, Inc. 2210 Murray Street Philadelphia, PA 19115
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