Retired not Rescued Greyhound Adoption

14/01/2024

Just wanted to let all our followers know, that Meta, who runs Facebook has decided to delete our page. They sent me a message saying we do not adhere to their rules of useful information. I am sorry, we will try to get a new page started, and will hopefully be back up and running. In the mean time, our website should be up and running soon.

06/12/2023

Mischief has earned herself a ribbon and certificate for learning a trick during flyball practice. She is such a sweet girl, and I know her humans are very proud of her.

01/12/2023

It is with a very heavy heart that I pass on the loss of another alum of Retired Not Rescued...very unexpectedly, the beautiful blue fawn boy, Rubin, went to the Rainbow Bridge this week due to cancer. He was quite young at age 4. Our hearts are all broken with his owner. He was such a happy go lucky big boy. Our thoughts, prayers, and healing vibes go out to his owner as she grieves this huge loss.

19/11/2023

Little Bit(Left Behind, aka Lettie, spoiled dog,Sweetie Pie, Skinny Girl)Just had a bath, and it wore her out...but she was given a new Christmas sweater, so we need to model a bit...she is adoptable, contact Brenda for information about her, she is 7 years old, the runt of the litter, and very opinionated, sweet to people and loves to be pampered. She has an interesting past, with lots of love and a bit of heartbreak...pm for more info.

01/11/2023

If anyone is interested in adding a greyhound to their family soon, contact our admin person, Brenda at 816-516-8308 with text or call. She will get you all the details we have right now...

31/10/2023

This houndie of mine is do funny...she literally did not want anyone close to her today, so she bed fails or bed hoards so no one will lay to close...she makes me laugh daily...

31/10/2023

Good Morning everyone❣️
I hope you all are having a greyt day...I had a conversation today that is going to be a wonderful thing. If any of you know someone who is wanting to adopt a greyhound and is not anti-racing, there are some greyhounds headed this direction that are wanting a forever home. Please send them our information, or just have them call or text me at 816-516-8308. More details later. Thank you for supporting us.

30/10/2023

This is Left Behind(aka Lettie or Little Bit)..She is a 7 year old greyhound runt. She is from racing parents, but was to fragile to ever race. She is looking for her forever home. She weighs just 42lbs and is full of energy. But as you can see, she is the best snuggler❣️
She loves playing dress up with my grandkids, and simply is such a love. She is good with other dogs, and a few cats, but not all cats. She is potty trained, but she will tell you that she needs to potty, and if you do not jump right up and let her out, she will have an accident. She can be foster with intent or direct adopt...contact Brenda if you are interested.

816-516-8308 leave a message.

24/10/2023

Some major changes will be happening to this website to gain more security and keep true to our greyhound fosters, alumni and the adopters we service. Please be understanding as the changes happen. We have been hit pretty hard with some unexpected trials and tribulations...content will be upgraded and content will be much better soon.

03/09/2023

Just wanted to let all our page members know...there will be some changes coming to our page...to include making sure you all understand that we do request donations often to take care of fosters coming to us for spays/neuters, medical care, nutrition, dental care, transportation, shots, and special situations. We will reserve the right to remove anyone who causes problems for our group or any of the dogs we are assisting.
Thank you for following the journey each dog takes to their forever❣️

03/09/2023

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

John Beck, David Stuckey

29/08/2023

Audra Update:
Audra is doing quite well. The major bruising and possible bleeding under her skin has almost completely gone away. She goes in tomorrow to get stitches removed and we will update you as to her condition after that, followed by some update pictures of her beautiful face and possible new body curves as a tripod. Stay tuned...she is getting stronger every single day...

21/08/2023

Just a quick update on Audra...she had to be taken to Emergency Vet last night to be checked for bleeding...being placed on Amicar to ensure she keep healing. Please send her love, prayers, healing energy...it is still a long road ahead...

18/08/2023

Update on Audra's surgery:

Audra is home and doing very well. She is already walking quite well and acting just like her usual self. She is all bandaged up, but no drains to deal with, and no bleeding. Stitches should come out in a couple weeks and her human is giving her all the extra love and attention she needs. So far so good...please them in your thoughts, prayers, and positivity healing white light.

17/08/2023

So this beautiful RnR alum is Super C Audra. Today she had to have amputation surgery of her right back leg due to a failed tendon repair surgery. The failed surgery was of no fault to her. We would like to ask for prayers for quick recovery, and that she can easily overcome any difficulties that may arise during her recovery. If anyone would like to donate to the many costs the family has, please contact Brenda Crosby, the group admin, by text, email or leave her a voice message.
[email protected], or 816-516-8308. This has been a very long process and expensive. Please help however you can. The family would appreciate it.

11/08/2023

Here are just a few first pictures of little Left Behind...she is adorable and sweet as can be. She will be here with us for a little bit while we help her get some medical things done. If you want to provide any financial donations to her care please be our guest and contact Brenda at 816-516-8308. She can tell you where to send any donation.

07/08/2023

Good morning everyone...I am just posting to let everyone know we have a new greyhound in our program. I have not taken pictures yet. Will be posting in a day or two. She is going to need a bit of medical assistance...so if anyone feels like donating to her medical bills, please contact Brenda Crosby Holtorf for more information...
email her at
[email protected], or text her at 816-516-8308.

***UPDATE***
Lettie's appt. was good except a few tests we had to run...senior panel, f***l, and those results will help us find out what her next step is and we will post some pictures in a few days...she is little at only 43lbs. She is 7 years young...she does not look 7...stay tuned for updates...❣️❤️
Everyone is going to fall in love with her...😍🥰

08/06/2023

07/06/2023

Borrowed from a friend...

Greyhound Energy: "45mph Couch Potatoes" Explained

It can be almost incomprehensible to new greyhound adopters, and the general public, that a greyhound lounging so lazily on a sofa can be the same canine that is often referred to as a "45mph couch potato" but facts are indeed facts, and should be presented in a truthful manner in order to fully understand this unique breed of canine.
Greyhounds reach young "adulthood" at around 12 to 18 months of age. At this stage, a healthy, fit greyhound in peak condition has energy levels in high abundance. In fact, according to studies by licensed veterinarians specializing in Greyhounds and other canine athletes,
"at maximum acceleration, a greyhound reaches a full speed of 70kmh (43.5mph) within 30 meters (32.8 yds) or six strides...traveling at almost 20 metres per second (44.7mph) for the first 250 metres (273.4 yds) of a race."
Sound impossible? It's actually proven fact, and even experienced greyhound adopters can testify that the gorgeous 4-legged sleeper on their sofa can untangle its legs and be in high motion mode with astounding speed if the doorbell rings or the refrigerator door opens. That's the major reason adoption groups are constantly teaching the unusual aspects of greyhound ownership to new adopters. Just how does such speed result from what appears to be a dog that's basically being as still as a statue? Granted, your greyhound that jumps from sofa to floor won't reach top speed, but that motion, or movement, requires energy, just like in our own much slower species. The fact is that Mother Nature and meticulous breeding has gifted (and kept) this unique breed having a body that is meant to produce massive energy levels, from the tip of its pointed nose to the end of its whip-like tail. Greyhound veterinary experts have solidly proven that "a greyhound produces around 100Kcals or 100,000 watts of waste heat energy during a 30 second race, sufficient to bring 600mL (2.5 cups) of tap water to the boil in around 2 minutes." While you shouldn't depend on your pet greyhound to have your dinner awaiting you at the end of a long work day, it's really pretty amazing that in its early athletic years, that same pet could have at least produced enough energy to supply you with 2.5 cups of morning coffee that would literally be boiling hot in 2 minutes, and they could produce it in a span of 30 seconds.

Sources:
https://www.easypetmd.com/doginfo/greyhound-athelete-facts
Article: "Greyhound Athlete Facts" Vet News,
Dr John Kohnke, citing works by Drs. Ross Staaden (Australia) and Robert Gillette (USA)

Everything Greyhound Athelete Facts; breed history, temperament, videos, health, grooming, breeders, rescues, pedigrees and more.

04/05/2023

Very Happy Birthday to our Jiminy Garnet(aka Garnet, Darn it Garnet, Garndit darnit...) Love her so much, and there is never a boring day when Garnet is in it!! She is crazy, funny, sweet, and always in the middle of mischief if not leading the charge for it...🎉🎂🎊🥳❣️💞💕❤️ Cookies for snack today!!

24/04/2023

Greyhounds are proof there is still Amazing Beauty, and Greyt still in this world!!!❣️
Wishing all the greyhound people I know a wonderful Nationals Week!! May your dogs run swiftly and safely. May you all love the time with friends and family!❣️🥳🎉🎊

02/04/2023

We want to Announce and Congratulate our newest greyhound adopters. Welcome Tessa and her new family...Welcome everyone!!❣️

01/04/2023

April is National Adopt a Greyhound month...❣️

30/03/2023

“Repeat after me. Muzzled dogs are NOT BAD DOGS.

Muzzled dogs have good humans.

Muzzled dogs can have more experiences because they are managed. Their quality of life is INCREASED because of the muzzle.

Muzzled dogs can still have treats.

Muzzled dogs are not miserable.

Muzzled dogs are muzzled for ALL KINDS OF REASONS. Not just aggression. Maybe they eat too much stuff off the ground and get sick. Maybe they play too rough. Maybe they over react when startled. Maybe they want to eat squirrels. Maybe they need to learn better social skills. Not all dogs in a muzzle have a bite history, some have them on to prevent that in the first place. Sometimes the muzzle is more for the HUMAN than the DOG because it allows them to feel more confident. Big dogs, small dogs, and all breeds and sizes need muzzles sometimes. It is not a breed specific tool.

Muzzled dogs are GOOD DOGS WITH GREAT HUMANS who are setting their dog up to not fail. Judging a dog in a muzzle and their owner is the same as judging someone for wearing a helmet. They are choosing safety and being proactive and it takes WORK to get your dog to a level that they are happily working and walking around in a muzzle so kudos to the humans and dogs I work with who put that time in to better their dogs lives.

If you see a dog in a muzzle, don’t stare, don’t ask rude questions, just say “nice job, great looking dog!” And carry on. Believe me, you will have just made that humans day.”

Credit for this information goes to

Helen St. Pierre
No Monkey Business Dog Training

02/03/2023

Getting back on track these days...

Very Happy Birthday to the beautiful adopted brood mama
🎉🎉FERGIE🎊🎊
🎂🎂❣️❣️💕💕❤️❤️🤩😍🥰
I know your hooman parents/servants and Moose are spoiling you with love...!!
(I will borrow a picture or 3 from her human mama later)

01/03/2023

Today, my heart greyhound, Mack turns 10 years old. VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY Old Man❣️❣️❣️🎂🎉🎊🎁...! He is my dream hunky boy. He looks wonderful and still runs around playing like he is 3 or 4. Love him to the moon and back and we will have cookies to celebrate when I get home today...

21/02/2023

The first picture is Tessa...the second picture is her son, SpongeBob. Both already have families waiting to adopt them. We need to raise $1345 to get them shots, spay and neutered, food, leash, martingale collar combo, and a bit of training for SpongeBob. It is not cheap these days to get a greyhound ready for adoption. Please, make a donation to these beautiful dogs. If you want to know how or where to send donations, feel free to reach out to Tim Holtorf, @816-394-3594 by text or phone call or send a message to him through this page...every single dollar counts❣️💯

20/02/2023

I apologize for not wishing a few of our alum greyhounds a Happy Birthday...I do not remember all of them. I am away from my desk calendar where all of the Birthdays of each greyhound we have placed are written. So Happy Birthday to all of the February hounds we have placed...🎉🎂🎊💯🥳

19/02/2023

Very Ha🎊ppy Birthday Stryker! 🎉🎂🎊💞🥳