Nittany Greyhounds

24/06/2024

Our President, Bob Koch, recently participated in this Youtube discussion on Greyhound Nation about "American Perspectives on International Greyhound Rehoming." We are proud to be a part of this effort to rehome greyhounds from other countries.

In this episode, host John Parker talks with Bob Koch and Debra Hardman about these and other experiences rehoming international Greyhounds with American ado...

21/06/2024

Get our picnic on your calendars, friends! It will be picnic time before we know it, and we'd love to have you all join us.

19/06/2024

After visiting our kennels with her mom last year, Nora was so inspired that for her birthday she asked the guests attending her party to donate supplies to Nittany Greyhounds instead of giving her gifts. She and her mom presented these much-needed items to us last week. Happy 9th birthday and thank you, Nora!

18/06/2024

17/06/2024

Hey, friends, this is NOT just normal summer heat coming at us this week. Please be mindful of your greyhound's paws (and any other pets!), keep walks & runs brief, provide shade if your hound is outside, and be sure s/he has access to fresh, cool water.

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DO NOT forget about your furry friends with the upcoming heat! DId you know that concrete and asphalt surfaces are significantly hotter than the air temperature? With air temperatures exceeding 90 degrees next week, the surfaces you walk your pets on will be as much as 40-60 degrees hotter. These hot surfaces may damage your pet's skin. You can test the pavement temperature by holding your hand on it for 7 seconds. If it too hot for your hand, it is too hot for your pets.

14/06/2024

Ticks carry several diseases, of which Lyme is the most common. Dogs can pick up ticks even with a walk around the block if they brush grass in the berm between the sidewalk and the street. Don't assume your greyhound doesn't come into contact with ticks! (because we all know what ASSuming does, right? 😜) Make sure your hound has monthly protection year-round Ticks can even survive the deep freeze of winter months.

12/06/2024

We haven't mentioned corns in a while, but if your greyhound appears to be limping or you can see corns, please don't let your dog live in pain. Because of their unique anatomy, greyhounds (and some other sighthounds) seem to be more at risk for corns than many other dog breeds. Our vet, Dr. Haus at Centre Animal Hospital, conducts a procedure called a flexor tenotomy, a newer, minimally invasive technique for corn management, in which a portion of tendon is removed. This alters the way the toe contacts the ground, relieving the mechanical stress of weight-bearing that causes the corn. Talk to your vet today if you think your hound has corns.

10/06/2024

We're thankful it has not been super hot yet, but summer's coming, and so will hot temps. Know these warning signs of heatstroke in dogs! They include: heavy panting and difficulty breathing, excessive drooling, lethargy, unusually poor coordination, vomiting, and collapse. Protect your dog from heatstroke by providing shade and plenty of water, monitoring exercise carefully on hot days, and most of all, be alert to changes in your dog's attitude and DON'T WAIT to rush your dog to a veterinary emergency hospital if you suspect heatstroke. Heatstroke can be fatal, and it's an ugly, painful way for a dog to die.

07/06/2024

New Aussies arriving on June 21st

07/06/2024

Anton, who has been with us since early November, has this interesting scar on his hip. Are we the only ones who see the Pl***oy Bunny?! Anton has been living the dream in a foster home for several months, but he'd be so happy to be your one and only for the rest of his life! He'd prefer a quiet home with no competition from other pets or children. Anton is well behaved and loves attention. You can see more pictures of him on our website here: https://nittanygreys.org/dogs-page-1

05/06/2024

Don’t forget to come out on Saturday to our monthly Meet & Greet from 10-2 at the Petco in Mechanicsburg by Wegmans. If you are considering adopting a Greyhound and have questions we have your answers.

05/06/2024

As summer approaches and temps rise, please, PLEASE never take a chance with your greyhound (or any pet!). 75 degrees may not feel hot to you, but to a dog locked in a car, even with windows cracked, it can get dangerously hot so, so fast.

03/06/2024

Luke, formerly Hefty (his name, not his size!) has found his forever home. We are not sure who looks happier, Luke or his mom Kirsten, but our hearts sure are full. 😍

31/05/2024

Switch has been with us since January & would love to find his furever home soon. Switch is 4 years old, and he loves to play with balls & lounge in the sun! He does well with/other same-size dogs and should be able to live with a canine friend with proper introductions. Apply on our website today to meet sweet Switch!
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30/05/2024

Georgie, now Ellie, was adopted in November and her mom writes: “Hi! I just wanted to share Ellie’s (aka Georgie) birthday photo shoot pictures! She’s been such a joy and brings so much happiness to my life!”

Visit our website today to find a greyhound who will bring joy to YOUR life!

27/05/2024

While you enjoy your Memorial Day, let's remember the fallen heroes who made our freedom possible.

24/05/2024

Who needs a hound? We have some wonderful, social snugglebugs right now! Contact us to set up a meet.

22/05/2024

Lyme disease can really affect your hound’s quality of life. Read this blog for more info.

Just like us, our pups can contract Lyme disease from ticks, specifically the deer tick, which carry the bacteria that causes this disease. Dogs anywhere in the country can come into contact with ticks, but it's more likely if you live in wooded areas where they are prevalent, and if your pup spends a lot of time outdoors. Regular inspections of your dog after outdoor excursions can help catch ticks before things get nasty. 🚫🤢 If you do find one on your pup, grab some tweezers, gloves, tissues, and rubbing alcohol. ⁠
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Need more info on ticks? Our in-depth blog article will help you understand what Lyme disease is and the common symptoms. It's best to talk to your veterinarian about the best tick prevention and removal, as well as how to treat Lyme Disease. ⁠https://www.pumpkin.care/blog/lyme-disease-in-dogs/

20/05/2024

From Toni Duchi's book, The Practical Hound: Better Choices for a Healthier Dog, comes this quick and easy recipe for banana chips. Directions:

Mix all ingredients into a dough. Roll out on a floured surface to 1/2" thick. Cut into small cubes and bake for 30 minutes in a 300-degree oven.

16/05/2024

SAVE THE DATE, friends!!

13/05/2024

New Fresh Pet donation today!! Thanks Pauline for hauling it...big thanks to Fresh Pet for a decade of thousand pound donations!

13/05/2024

“Corny” (Corndog) and Zippy - notice Corny’s ball in the first pic? Who wants a dedicated ball dog?! Send us an application so you can come meet the greyt houndies we have!

10/05/2024

Don't forget to stop out tomorrow between 10-2 at our Meet and Greet at the Petco in Mechanicsburg by Wegman's

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10/05/2024

Thank you, friends, for helping us honor the memory of our founder, Elaine Oleksa, during Centre Gives. 118 of us donated to raise $13,056 (before the match monies are added), we won a Power Hour prize of $500, a $100 Magic Minute prize, a $100 Wheel of Philanthropy prize, AND $250 for having the most engaging community activity at Centre Gives Fest! (I mean, who ISN'T engaged by greyhounds, right???).

Thank you all again, for keeping the flame of Elaine's passion for rehoming racing greyhounds alive with Elaine's North Star Fund.

We also wish to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Centre Foundation for creating this amazing opportunity for local nonprofits and for their hard work each year to make it an outstanding event.

09/05/2024

Let's do this, friends! Our last chance to win a $500 prize is happening RIGHT NOW! Centre Gives ends at 8pm. Your donation in this hour can help us win a Power Hour prize. https://centregives.org/organizations/69-nittany-greyhounds

You can check the leaderboard at https://centregives.org/prizes to see how we are doing. Call or text your friends and family and ask them to donate as well.

Let's end Centre Gives with a big ROOOO and help us with a strong start to establishing “Elaine’s North Star Fund,” in memory of ourdedicated and dynamic founder Elaine Oleksa. "Elaine's North Star Fund" will specifically set aside for the disadvantaged greyhounds we never turn away. Help us fund Elaine's legacy in this final hour of Centre Gives!

09/05/2024

10 minutes until our second GROUP ROO Power Hour! This is your last chance to help us. If we have enough unique donors between 7 and 8pm, we can win a $500 prize! Additionally, your donations may help us sneak into the Top Ten Large Organizations, which would mean another $500! You can follow along on the Leaderboard at https://centregives.org/prizes to see how we're doing! Y

Donate at https://centregives.org/organizations/69-nittany-greyhounds

09/05/2024

Another GROUP ROO Power Hour is coming up in 60 minutes! You can check our progress in the Top Ten $500 competition by visiting https://centregives.org/prizes. It can be really exciting to watch different organizations take the lead, fall by the wayside, rise again...if you're a competitive person, this will make you want to grab your phone and text all your friends - remember, they only have to make a $10 donation for it to count!

If you or anyone you know is making a second donation tonight, remember to hold it until our GROUP ROO Power Hour at 7pm. Then check later tonight to see how we stack up!

09/05/2024

Our sweet Luke, our “Lukie” is a grey who has benefitted from our care.Our sweet Luke, our “Lukie” is a grey who has benefitted from our care. You've seen him featured in some of our holiday posts as the Most Patient Model Ever. Luke suffers from a seizure disorder, but continues to live a happy life well into his senior years.
Thanks to the vision of Nittany Greyhounds' founder, Elaine Oleksa, we continue to be able to help dogs like Like. Donations this year will help establish “Elaine’s North Star Fund” in her memory with funds specifically set aside for the disadvantaged greyhounds we never turn away. We invite you to stand with us to fully fund Elaine's legacy.
Our second GROUP ROO Power Hour is coming up from 7-8pm. We'd love to have your help to win the $500 prize for having the most unique donors!

09/05/2024

Centre Gives Fest begins in one hour! Join us at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte to celebrate the final 3 hours (or any part you wish) of Centre Gives. Make your donations at giving stations if you haven't yet, check out the food trucks, enjoy music and the activities many of the nonprofits will have set up!

If you can't join us, remember our second GROUP ROO Power Hour begins at 7pm and ends at 8pm. Make a second donation or your first, reach out to friends and ask them to give - if we have the most unique donors during this hour, we can win $500!

Your donations this year benefit "“Elaine’s North Star Fund," which we are establishing in memory of our wonderful founder, Elaine Oleksa. These funds will be specifically set aside for the disadvantaged greyhounds we never turn away. We invite you to stand with us to fully fund Elaine's legacy.