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Friends of Retired Greyhounds

Friends of Retired Greyhounds 501(c)3 Non Profit Greyhound Adoption Organization Friends of Retired Greyhounds works with race kennels across the U.S.

FORgreyhounds was started April 12, 2001 when seven friends met and voted to start an adoption group to help retired racing greyhounds find couches. FORgreyhounds, now Friends of Retired Greyhounds organization’s key mission then and now remains the same. Fast-forward twelve years and Friends of Retired Greyhounds is bigger and more efficient than before. With years of experience under our belts o

f placing greyhounds in their forever and loving homes, the sky is the limit with what we will be able to accomplish in the years to come. to obtain as many retired racers as we are able. We also accept greyhounds from greyhound farms and shelters. The greyhounds are put through a very thorough medical check including: spay/neuter, dental cleaning, full shots, heartworm test, fecal test, micro chipping, and a full physical. Once they are medically cleared, they go to private foster homes until adoption. Our adoption program is the most important piece of the organization. Greyhounds are wonderful dogs, but may not be appropriate for every household. The adoption of a greyhound is a very involved process. FORG works hard to make certain the adoptive home is the right and permanent home for a greyhound, and the greyhound is the best match for the household. FORG works in partnership with each adoptive parent to place the best match with him or her. To begin the process an adopter will fill out an adoption application, which is than sent to our adoption director Lee Simpson, who reviews it and replies back to the applicant within 24 to 48 hours. Lee or one of her adoption coordinators then contacts the adopter and the process begins. The first step in the adoption process is a home visit. During our home visit, we answer any questions an adopter may have, give them necessary information about greyhounds in general and their transition from their role as an athlete to that of a pet and make sure the environment is favorable and safe for the grey. We make sure they have an understanding that a greyhound is a sight hound, that needs to be leashed when not in an enclosed area, and that they have very little body fat so they are not an outside dog (if you’re hot they are hot and if you are cold they are cold). We are also looking at the circumstances and conditions that are necessary for us to complement with an appropriate grey to match those conditions. Once we get a good feel for the dynamics of a household, we begin the process of matching a grey to the adopters’ situation. We will make recommendations of certain greys for an adopter to meet but it will be up to the adopter to find the one that he/she falls in love with. For many, it may the first one they meet. For others they will need to meet many. The timing of all this varies depending upon many circumstances. During normal times, the turnaround time from start to finish, is around two to three weeks. Foster families help our greys get used to a life of full retirement. Fostering is an incredibly rewarding experience that requires a real commitment. A grey comes from the track with no knowledge of a normal pet’s life. The private foster homes keep the greys until they get adopted and teach them the basics of home living. Patient fosters help a grey transition into the outside world and become a good prospective pet. The foster parent is one of the most important people in the greyhound's road to a forever home and happy life. It is one of the most important elements in forming the grey's hopeful future. We have found that foster homes are the best judge of what kind of home is the best fit for their foster dog’s particular needs. The wonderful part of fostering is knowing that you played a tremendous and extremely crucial role in getting a grey ready for its loving and forever home. Fosters really matter, and they make a big difference!

02/04/2025

Join our auction. Support our hounds. Here is the link. https://www.facebook.com/groups/506610795786344/

02/02/2025

Big news!! 💕 🐾

The Puppy Bowl is happening next Sunday, and we’ve got some all-star lurcher players on the way! 🏆🐶 Along with three adorable puppies, these three fabulous fuzzy adults are joining them to cheer from the sidelines!

We still need some fosters and adopters to give these MVPs a place to land! 🏡💛 If you’re in Colorado, now’s your chance to draft the best teammate ever. Fill out an application at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org and let’s get these pups into their forever end zones! 🐾🏈

02/02/2025

Big news!! 💕 🐾

The Puppy Bowl is happening next Sunday, and we’ve got some all-star lurcher players on the way! 🏆🐶 Six fuzzy champions are making the journey to Colorado—three adorable puppy girls (pictured here)and one handsome adult boy, and two lovely lady lurchers pictures to follow!

But here’s the deal—we still need some fosters and adopters to give these MVPs a place to land! 🏡💛 If you’re in Colorado, now’s your chance to draft the best teammate ever. Fill out an application at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org and let’s get these pups into their forever end zones! 🐾🏈

01/26/2025

“♪ We want to be where the people are… ♪ SO, are you coming to see us at the meet-and-greet today, Sunday, January 26th from 11-1?

Petco- Villa Italia 475 S Wadsworth, Lakewood, CO 80226

We’ll be waiting with wagging tails to meet you!

❤️, Ursula & Ariel

01/24/2025

🎶 “This one’s longing for a family, this one’s ready for a home… and will she love you? Yes, indeed!” 🎶

Hi, I’m Ursula! I may share a name with the famous sea witch, but I’m no villain—I’m a sweet, curious little retired racer looking for my happily ever after.

I’m only 1.5 years old and I’m still figuring out this whole life in a home thing, but I’m doing great! So far, I’ve mastered stairs, found my favorite cozy spots to nap, and learned how much I love following my humans around. Oh, and food? It’s my favorite thing ever—I might get a little too excited about it, but I’m working on my table manners!

You can meet me and Ariel (🧜‍♀️) this weekend at the meet-and-greet! We’ll be there, ready to find our forever homes. Come say hi—I’d love to be part of your world! Apply to adopt me today at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org.

01/22/2025

🎶 “Look at my face, isn’t it sweet? Don’t you agree it’s the cutest you’ve seen? Wouldn’t you think I’m a girl, a girl who has everything?” 🎶 🧜‍♀️

Hi there, I’m Ariel, a 1.5-year-old greyhound with a heart as big as the sea! While I might seem like I have everything—sweetness, grace, and legs for days—I still need a forever family to make my world complete.

I’m great with kids and I’ll happily keep them entertained with my playful spirit and gentle heart. Cats, though? Let’s just say, “Poor unfortunate souls,” and leave it at that.

So if you’re ready to add a little magic to your life and give me my happily ever after, let’s make it happen. I’m Ariel, and I’m ready to be part of your world! Apply to adopt me at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org

01/22/2025

Hi there, Colorado!

We’re three wiggly, waggy little lurcher girls (greyhound mix), and guess what? We’re coming your way to find our very own forever homes! Eeeek, we’re so excited!

We’re super good at all the important puppy stuff like giving kisses, being extra soft, and making humans smile really big. We loooove to play, but we also love snuggles (and maybe a nap or three).

Are you ready for some puppy love in your life? ‘Cause we’re ready to bring the zoomies, the cuddles, and the cutest little paws right to your heart. Fill out your adoption application soon, so you don’t miss out on all the love! We know you can’t resist our cuteness and we can’t wait to meet you! www.friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org

01/11/2025

Join us for our meet and greet today, Saturday January 11th, at Wonderland Brewing Company from 1-4 PM! This is a fun place to enjoy a brew and learn more about fostering or adopting a greyhound. We have 8 retired racing greyhounds coming in tomorrow who will be available for adoption, including this beautiful brindle girl!

Well behaved dogs are welcome at this event and we plan to be inside since it’s too cold to be outside for long. Hope to see you there!

01/09/2025

Hi! I’m Huxley! My friends at FORG said if I show you my cool tricks and adorable smile I’ll find a home in NO time… so here I am to show you how well I can SIT! 🥰

People keep saying I’m just the cutest gentle giant. I’m a brindle lurcher boy who is 3 years and 9 months old and I still have my puppy charm and a big, soft heart to match.

I’ve lived in a home for most of my life, so I know all about being a good boy— I’m housebroken, great with kids, and I’ve lived with cats and small dogs. I adore walks and snuggles.

I don’t know what happened, but my previous family couldn’t care for me any longer so now I’m in a foster home waiting for someone to love me forever. I promise to fill your life with tail wags, cuddles, and so much joy.

Fill out your adoption application today at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org and let’s start the new year together! I’m ready to be your best boy ever! 🥰🐾

12/30/2024

HEY, IT’S RORY!

Great news everyone! I just got back from visiting Dr. Martin—you know, the amazing doctor who took that awful tumor out of my tummy. I was a little scared to see him again, but he gave me the BEST news:

✨ NO CANCER! ✨

He even told Mom that my incision looks fantastic, so I finally get to ditch that silly shirt and start playing in the backyard with my brothers again. Woohoo!

Thank you all for your love, donations, and prayers for me and Mom. You’ve helped us so much, and we’re so grateful! Happy New Year and here’s to many more to come! 🥂

Love,
Rory

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas, everyone!🎄Santa brought EVERYTHING I asked for and more! It’s me, Mac, reporting live from my forever home - where I have SO MANY TOYS! This is a huge improvement from the shelter I was dropped off at. 🐾🎁 My new family says I’m the best gift they’ve ever gotten. Thanks to all of YOU for caring and sharing my story and helping me find them. ❤️

Now, I’ve got one last wish on my Christmas list: can you help my friend Boo (aka Midnight Warrior) find her forever home too? She’s still waiting, and trust me, she’d be the best gift ever for some lucky family. Share her post and spread the love!

Love,
Mac “Professional Toy Tester”

12/21/2024

🎅🏽🐾 Hi there, remember me, Boo? I visited Santa and he granted my biggest wish: a home! But… turns out kids make me a little nervous, so I’m on the hunt for a new wish and a family who’s all grown up, just like me.

I’m the last foster pup looking for a “foster-to-adopt” spot before Christmas. Could your home be my holiday miracle? 🎄🐕

Come meet me at the PetCo Meet and Greet tomorrow from 11am-1pm

PetCo Villa Italia
475 S Wadsworth
Lakewood, CO

Apply to adopt me today at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org

12/19/2024

We are SO grateful! 💖 A huge thank you to everyone who helped, reached out, and sent love and donations for my Little Man, Rory.

He is doing amazingly well after his splenectomy—just look at him! I’m forever grateful for the successful surgery and more time with my boy. Now we’re in the waiting stage for the biopsy results. We will keep you all posted. I’m praying for good news, hoping it’s benign. But no matter what comes next, this little fighter will get whatever care he needs.

Please keep sending your thoughts, prayers, and positive vibes his way and Rory says a huge thank you to everyone as well! 🐾❤️

Lee

12/14/2024

Many of you know our president, Lee Simpson, and her current dogs, Chandler, Rory and Pablo. Rory and Pablo were part of a sad group of dogs FoRG rescued from Oman, known as Wadi Dogs. Virtually street dogs that are shot on sight by the local police.

Lee is now facing a heartbreaking situation where her "Little Man" as she calls him, Rory. Rory was diagnosed with a serious tumor on his spleen, needing dangerous and immediate surgery to remove his spleen.

Rory did well with the surgery but will require aftercare as well. As you know, vet costs are extremely high and when they are serious and complicated, they cost even more.

The volunteers at FoRG have decided to start a GoFundMe for Lee and Rory, hoping to help defray some of her costs for her "Little Man". All funds received will NOT be associated in any way with Friends of Retired Greyhounds and will be solely for the costs associated with Rory's personal vet care expenses.

If you can and want to help, please click here. https://gofund.me/598cdf96

Thank you in advance for your help, thoughts and prayers.

Kathy

12/13/2024

Good news! All three of our available foster dogs will be at tomorrow’s Wonderland Brewing Company Meet and Greet! Saturday, December 14th from 1-3 PM.

Come meet Bubba (American Life), Sully (NuthinButTheBest) and Boro! Help us get these sweet hounds a forever home in time for Christmas! 🐾💕

12/12/2024

Incredible news!!! We made our Colorado Gives goal with a couple of amazing last minute donations. THANK YOU! You helped us raise $16,130 for these amazing dogs. We can’t thank you enough!!

Also, Boo (aka Midnight Warrior) got his wish from Santa early too but he wasn’t too sure about the hat. He gave that back. 🤣 We have only three foster dogs left to make this a real Christmas miracle of having all foster dogs in forever homes by Christmas! Check out Boro, Sully and American Life on our website and make all our dreams come true! 💕🎄

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#Big news!! 💕 🐾 The Puppy Bowl is happening next Sunday, and we’ve got some all-star lurcher players on the way! 🏆🐶 Six fuzzy champions are making the journey to Colorado—three adorable puppy girls, one handsome adult boy, and two lovely lady lurchers!But here’s the deal—we still need some fosters and adopters to give these MVPs a place to land! 🏡💛 If you’re in Colorado, now’s your chance to draft the best teammate ever. Fill out an application at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org and let’s get these pups into their forever end zones! 🐾🏈 #greyhound #lurchers #adoptdontshop

Eight gorgeous greyhounds got off to a great start to their retirement in Colorado today! 🐾 Six girls and two boys went right into foster homes, many with potential adopters! 🥰 Looking forward to quite a few foster “fails” 🤣Welcome to Ariel, Storm Head, Ursula, Choo, Zora, Autumn, Willy and Small Town! What an amazing first intake for 2025! #greyhounds #adoptdontshop #adoptagreyhound

Adopt me, Huxley!

Hi! I’m Huxley! My friends at FORG said if I show you my cool tricks and adorable smile I’ll find a home in NO time… so here I am to show you how well I can SIT! 🥰 People keep saying I’m just the cutest gentle giant. I’m a brindle lurcher boy who is 3 years and 9 months old and I still have my puppy charm and a big, soft heart to match. I’ve lived in a home for most of my life, so I know all about being a good boy— I’m housebroken, great with kids, and I’ve lived with cats and small dogs. I adore walks and snuggles. I don’t know what happened, but my previous family couldn’t care for me any longer so now I’m in a foster home waiting for someone to love me forever. I promise to fill your life with tail wags, cuddles, and so much joy. Fill out your adoption application today at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org and let’s start the new year together! I’m ready to be your best boy ever! 🥰🐾

Merry Christmas, everyone!🎄Santa brought EVERYTHING I asked for and more! It’s me, Mac, reporting live from my forever home - where I have SO MANY TOYS! This is a huge improvement from the shelter I was dropped off at. 🐾🎁 My new family says I’m the best gift they’ve ever gotten. Thanks to all of YOU for caring and sharing my story and helping me find them. ❤️ Now, I’ve got one last wish on my Christmas list: can you help my friend Boo (aka Midnight Warrior) find her forever home too? She’s still waiting, and trust me, she’d be the best gift ever for some lucky family. Share her post and spread the love! Love, Mac “Professional Toy Tester”

Our adoptable hounds are so thankful for their foster families, full bellies and warm couches. After you’ve enjoyed your holiday meal with friends and family today, sit back, relax and fill out your adoption application! Santa’s big goal is all FORG hounds in homes in time for Christmas! #greyhound #adoptdontshop🎄 Apply today at www.friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org

One happy greyhound is on her way to donate!!!!!! From November 1 through December 10, every donation you make will be boosted with a $1M+ Incentive Fund, made possible by Colorado Gives Foundation and FirstBank. Each nonprofit will receive a share of the fund based on their percentage of the total raised. Plus, if you set up a new monthly donation, Colorado Gives Foundation will match your first monthly donation up to $100 and up to $250,000 in total across all organizations! This is a fantastic opportunity to double your impact and support our efforts at Friends of Retired Greyhounds and their hounds. Go to our website (friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org) and hit our donation button or go to www.coloradogives.org

Hello, Colorado! I’m Harmony and I’m jumping with joy at the thought of finding my forever home! ☺️ I am a 1.5-year-old girl who is a bundle of joy! Do you have a cozy couch and some extra head scratches to share? Great, because I just love affection and I’ll nuzzle my head right onto your lap to let you know I’m ready for some pets. Oh, and I’m also very polite with the kitties in my foster home, even when I’m feeling playful. On walks, I’m all about meeting new folks—kids, adults, anyone with hands for scratching. If you’re ready for a joyful, snuggly, and spin-happy buddy, I’m your girl!

Zoom zoom! 🐾 Look at me go! I’m Gracie, an 8-year-old lurcher brood mama with a zest for life and a heart full of love! I may be a bit older, but I can still run like the wind and keep up with the best of them. Check out this video of me, the black one in the lead!! When I’m not zooming around, I’m busy being the sweetest, silliest most affectionate girl you’ll ever meet. I love to greet my humans with a big “ROO-ROO!”—especially when it’s chow time. I might chat with you using my silly sounds, but I promise, I’m just sharing how much I adore you! I’m confident, crate-trained, love belly rubs, and get along with everyone including other dogs, as long as they give me my space. I’m a smart cookie too! I’m still learning all the rules of living in a home, but I pick things up quickly. I’ve got a big personality, a big heart, and plenty of zoomies left in me. I’m looking for my forever family! Will you be the one to join me in all the fun? 💕 Apply to adopt me at friendsofretiredgreyhounds.org.

Shhhhh…don’t tell Tiger he is a senior citizen. He still thinks he’s a playful puppy. 🥰 Apply to adopt him today!

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