Greyhound Adoption of Ohio

08/16/2025

Don’t forget to stop by and say hi today!

𝑮𝑨𝑶 𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒔𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓!

Come visit us at our booth at 𝐃𝐨𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, put on by Madonio Animal Trust, on 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟒𝐩𝐦. Located at the Hometown Bank Plaza in downtown Kent, Ohio.

If you're looking to learn more about retired racers or you just want to hang out with some greyhounds, please stop by!

08/12/2025

𝑮𝑨𝑶 𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒔𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓!

Come visit us at our booth at 𝐃𝐨𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, put on by Madonio Animal Trust, on 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟒𝐩𝐦. Located at the Hometown Bank Plaza in downtown Kent, Ohio.

If you're looking to learn more about retired racers or you just want to hang out with some greyhounds, please stop by!

08/12/2025

𝑮𝑨𝑶 𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒔𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓!

Come visit us at our booth at 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, put on by Rescue Village, on 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟎𝐚𝐦-𝟒𝐩𝐦. Located at the Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field in Moreland Hills, Ohio.

If you're looking to learn more about retired racers or want to meet some of the greyhounds available for adoption, please stop by!

For more information on the event visit https://www.rescuevillage.org/event/woofstock-2025/

08/03/2025

Borrowed from Sugar Lee:

Myth: “Greyhounds wear muzzles because they’re aggressive.”
Truth: Greyhounds wear muzzles for safety — not because they’re dangerous.

On the track, muzzles protect greyhounds from accidental nips during high-speed play or racing. In adoption groups or meet-and-greets, they are used as a precaution while dogs adjust to new environments, especially when toys, treats, or high excitement are involved.

It is not about aggression. It is about being proactive and respectful of a breed that was trained to chase and compete. Most greyhounds are gentle, sociable, and friendly, and once settled into pet life, many never need a muzzle again.

Wearing a muzzle doesn’t mean a dog is bad. It means people are being responsible.

07/28/2025

Cute video from Raymond James.

Spouses. Retired business executives. Greyhound rescuers. A Raymond James financial advisor plans for every side of their unique lives just as they will for ...

06/22/2025

It’s going to be a hot week. Keep your hounds safe in the heat.

HEATSTROKE ALERT FOR GREYHOUNDS
Summer is here and that means it’s time to get serious about heat safety!

Greyhounds are four times more likely to suffer from heatstroke than other breeds. With their thin skin and low body fat, they overheat FAST and cool down slowly.

Too hot to walk? Use this guide:
• Over 70°F – stay cautious
• Over 78°F – dangerous
• Over 86°F – risk to both hounds and humans
• If you can’t hold your hand on the pavement for 5 seconds, it’s too hot for paws!

Know the signs of heatstroke:
• Rapid panting
• Bright red or pale gums
• Weakness or collapse
• Vomiting
• Black tarry diarrhea
• Black urine
• Glazed or unresponsive eyes

If it happens:
• Move to shade or indoors
• Offer cool (not cold) water
• Use cool damp towels on belly, paws, and underarms
• Use a fan
• Call your vet. This IS an emergency and it IS life and death.

Prevention is key:
• Walk early or late
• Use fans, cool coats & mats
• Keep fresh water available
• Skip the walk if it’s too hot!

No greyhound has ever died from missing a walk—but many have from going on one.

Keep your 45mph couch potatoes safe this summer!

04/29/2025

National Adopt a Greyhound Month - Day 29

Say hello to Bitsy "TFS Clairecanbal". Bitsy is currently available for adoption at GAO. This young lady will celebrate her 2nd birthday on May 17th. She is a very playful greyhound, with lots of energy, who loves attention and people. Not much seems to bother her but she does enjoy some quiet time in her crate every now and then. She plays well with other dogs and does well walking on leash. Look for the video in the comments of her playing!

If you are interested in adopting a greyhound, please complete our online application. You will then receive an email about our interview and approval process as well as information on what it's like to be a retired racing greyhound. Our website is www.greyhoundadoptionofoh.org.

04/29/2025

National Adopt a Greyhound Month - Day 28

Greyhounds are a colorful breed! Do you have a favorite?

04/29/2025

National Adopt a Greyhound Month - Day 27

04/29/2025

National Adopt a Greyhound Month - Day 26

Ever wonder why so many greyhounds are blood donors? The greyhound is known as a Universal Donor! Over 85% of the greyhounds have a blood type that allows their blood to be used in all other dogs. Add that to the fact that a greyhound's blood is unusually rich in red blood cells and they have a generally calm demeanor, making them excellent donors!

For more information on blood donation visit https://greyhoundhealthinitiative.org/blood-bank/ or check out their page at Blood Bank - Greyhound Health Initiative

04/25/2025

National Adopt a Greyhound Month - Day 25

04/25/2025

National Adopt a Greyhound Month - Day 24