Greyhounds Only, Inc.

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Greyhounds Only, Inc.

Greyhounds Only, Inc.'s Mission:
Match retired racing greyhounds with adoptive families in Illinois. However, there are always exceptions!

Some facts about retired greyhounds:

1) Retired racing greyhounds are gentle, sweet, good-natured dogs who can live in nearly every environment - from a city apartment to a sprawling country estate. Our adoption representatives help adopters find the hound that is right for them.

2) Greyhounds retire from their racing careers generally when they are anywhere between 2-5 years of age. Considering

the average lifespan of a greyhound is 10-14 years, these pups still a lot of living left to do!

3) Considered to be 40-mph couch potatoes, most greyhounds are your stereotypical lazy dogs. Even an active greyhound typically has a lower energy level than many other breeds.

11/08/2025

Please join us for a cheerful and bright evening of decadent spirits, entertainment, good friends, and festive hors-d’oeuvres during the Christmas at Macy’s to Benefit the Greyhounds Event hosted by Greyhound Alliance at Chicago’s world-renowned Walnut Room!

This soiree is coming up fast, so please make your reservations and mark your calendars for Thursday, November 13th at 5:00 p.m.! We can’t wait to see you all there!

Event location:
The Walnut Room
111 N. State St.
Chicago, IL

*For reservations, please send a check for $60 (per person) to:
Greyhound Alliance
P.O. Box 5803
River Forest, IL 60305

11/07/2025

Don't forget: Uncorking for a Cause - Vin Chicago’s annual community benefit is happening this weekend!

Simply mention Greyhounds Only when you make a purchase in-store or online and we'll get 10% of the sale! It's a great way to show your support for GO and kick off your holiday season by giving back while stocking up!

The event runs from Friday, November 7th through Sunday, November 9th. Vin Chicago is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Or, you can participate online at vinchicago.com 24 hours a day! All you have to do is shop November 7th through the 9th and mention Greyhounds Only at checkout. Plus, keep in mind that Vin can always hold or ship your purchase if necessary.

Big thank you to Vin Chicago for including us in Uncorking for a Cause 2025!

Store Locations:

Chicago
1826 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 489-3454

Highland Park
1350 Old Skokie Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-1049

11/03/2025

Get ready for Uncorking for a Cause - Vin Chicago’s annual community benefit weekend!

All you have to do is mention Greyhounds Only when you make a purchase in-store or online and we'll get 10% of the sale! It's a great way to show your support for GO and kick off your holiday season by giving back while stocking up!

The event runs from Friday, November 7th through Sunday, November 9th. Vin Chicago is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Or, you can participate online at vinchicago.com 24 hours a day!

Simply shop November 7th through the 9th and mention Greyhounds Only at checkout. Plus, keep in mind that Vin can always hold or ship your purchase if necessary.

Big thank you to Vin Chicago for including us in Uncorking for a Cause 2025!

Store Locations:

Chicago
1826 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 489-3454

Highland Park
1350 Old Skokie Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-104

10/24/2025

Meet adoptable Jackson! Jackson is absolutely stunning with a fawn body, black muzzle, and raccoon tail — yes, he’s a drop-dead gorgeous boy. He's very affectionate, loves people, makes greyt eye contact, and has been known to give more than a few hugs. Jackson is strong, gets excited at loud noises, and will benefit from leash training. He could benefit from a yard, an active adopter who likes to walk, or maybe some doggy sports that would help him to burn off some of that energy. Once he settles, all he wants is love.

Racing Name: VJ Jon Snow
Gender: Male
Birthdate: 04/11/2020
Color: Fawn
Weight: 76 lbs.
Cat OK: Yes
Location: Foster
Available: Yes

10/19/2025

🎉 What an incredible 30th Anniversary of the Greyhounds Only Reunion! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who made this milestone event such a success — our amazing volunteers, generous vendors, and all the wonderful attendees (both human and hound!) who came out to celebrate three decades of greyhound love. 💚

Your enthusiasm, support, and smiling faces made the day unforgettable. From shopping and games to raffle wins and tail wags, it was a true celebration of the greyhound community.

And the best news of all — we had a few adoptions, including sweet Yuki, who found her forever home with Mel! 🐾💫

We’re so grateful for everyone who helped make this reunion special. Here’s to 30 years of love, loyalty, and long noses — and to many more ahead!

10/17/2025

🎉 Celebrate 30 Years of Greyhounds Only! 🎉

Join us for the 2025 Greyhounds Only Reunion tomorrow, Saturday, October 18th, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton, IL. Tickets are just $10 at the door.

Get ready for the RAVE—Raffles, Auctions, Vendors, Excitement! 🐾 Bring your greyhound(s) or just yourselves for a day bursting with fun:
🛍️ Vendors & Shopping: Greyhound gear, handmade pottery, treats, gently used, & more.
🎁 Raffle & Silent Auction: Win amazing prizes while supporting Greyhounds Only.
🐕 Meet Greyhounds: Perhaps one of our adoptable dogs is your next best friend in waiting!
🏃 Radar Run: Watch your greyhound show off their speed (7 yrs & younger).
🍽️ Food: Lunch available for purchase.
🐶 Doggie Daycare: Volunteers can drop off their pups while helping out.
📍 Indoors with plenty of free parking, lawn chair space, and X-pens.

Important: We adore all dogs, but this event is exclusively for greyhounds—thanks for understanding!

Celebrate three decades of greyhound love, community, and camaraderie—see you there! 💚

10/15/2025

🐾 The 2025 Greyhounds Only Reunion is just around the corner—and we still need a few helping hands!

Whether you can spare an hour or the whole day, volunteers make this event happen.

✅ Bring your hound along—they can chill at the hound sitting area or keep you company at your post.

✅ Help at the Gently Used table, sell 50/50 raffle tickets, work the GO booth, or give a hand at the ticket table - just to name a few of the things you could do to help!

Sign up here https://tinyurl.com/25GOReunionVolunteer

Let’s make this year’s 30th Anniversary shindig exceptionally special in every way!

10/07/2025

Only 9 spots left...don't miss out! Use the link below to sign-up today!

https://www.momentsbylisa.com/greyhounds-only

Is your hound ready for his or her close-up? We are so excited to announce that Lisa of Francescon Portraiture will be making her triumphant return to the 2025 Greyhounds Only Reunion (October 18, 2025) this year!

Here is a word from Lisa about the upcoming Reunion!
"I am thrilled to be returning to photograph your greyhounds at the event this year. Once again, This year, the reservation fee will be $50. The fee will be applied to your final order (I will send you a code with your gallery). This allows you to view your images and then make purchasing decisions. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions. 309.269.5013 or [email protected]
Everything you need to know including the pricing guide can be found at the signup link"

Don't miss out! Click on the sign-up link at the top of this post and schedule your session!

To see more of Lisa's beautiful work, please check out her website below!
www.momentsbylisa.com

Thank you, Lisa Francescon! We look forward to welcoming you back to the Reunion!

10/06/2025

🐾 Come see us at the Greyhounds Only booth on October 18th from 9 AM–3 PM at the DuPage County Fairgrounds during the 2025 Greyhounds Only Reunion!

Get your daily dose of greyhound goodness with the 2026 Greyhound Calendar 🗓️—featuring stunning photos and plenty of personality.

📸 Supplies are limited, so grab one (or a few!) while they last. They make perfect gifts for the greyhound lovers in your life!

💚 All profits support the care of adoptable greyhounds in our program.

These beautiful calendars are created each year by The Greyhound Project and available at the GO booth for $20 each.

Address

539 West Roosevelt Road #1003
Glen Ellyn, IL
60137

Telephone

+18474219828

Website

http://www.greyhoundsonly.com/

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