You must know my friend Phyllis Nunn. She is big in the local greyhound rescue scene. The key to finding homes for greyhounds is to let people pet them. No other dog has that silky coat - just a pleasure to touch - they feel like satin.

John, sorry I don't know Phyllis. The greyhounds love to "meet and greet" people. They are often holding greyhound adoption meets at the local PetSmart stores, outside Pannera in different locations and sometimes at Lake Crabtree for get togethers.

I could go on and on about how wonderful they are as house dogs. They are very different from other breeds. The short hair and lack of body fat makes for a clean, nice smelling dog! LOL

Our Charm doesn't bark at anything. She only barks in excitement when we're playing. They run 41+ mph, so you can't let them off leash unless you're in a controlled space. The rest of the time, they love to just nap, nap, nap. Very huggable, big dogs.

They had a sweet greyhound pup up for adoption on Fox 8 news this morning. He had a bad back so was retired early. Still had his puppy hair. What a cutie!

There are a lot of cute greyhounds up for adoption!

Here's the press release for this Saturday:

PRESS RELEASE Â FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Project Racing Home Celebrates Placing Over 700 Retired Greyhounds for Adoption at its Five Year Anniversary

Randleman, N.C., May 6, 2008 Â Project Racing Home was started five years ago as a retirement facility and adoption organization working to place retired racing greyhounds into loving homes. Since its inception, theyÂve placed over 700 greyhounds through their adoption process.

To mark this achievement, Project Racing Home (PRH) will host a five-year anniversary celebration on May 17, 2008 at their facility at 7015 Faulkner Road in Randleman.

From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. animal lovers of all ages are invited to the festivities which will include food, raffles, giveaways, demonstration by local K-9 units and live entertainment, courtesy of Martha and the Moodswingers.

A new play and exercise lot will also be dedicated during the celebration.

A non-profit organization, the six-acre facility relies on donations and funding from supporters and assistance from volunteers.

"WeÂre very proud of all our supporters and volunteers who have contributed to the success of this facility." said Kimberly Jewell, director. "The ongoing support from the community is what makes this such a worthwhile endeavor."

Additionally, PRH has invited other local rescue groups to participate in the anniversary celebration and help promote spay and neuter programs and general animal welfare throughout the community.

The kennel will be open for tours and all available greyhounds for adoption will be ready to find their new families during the event.

Summary:
Project Racing Home Five Year Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, May 17, 2008
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Food, giveaways, raffles and live entertainment
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