Greyhound Adoption of Ohio

05/24/2026

If you have a hound from Wheeling or Tri-state, you’re invited to participate in Keepwvgreyhounds's "Where Are They Now?" series.

"We want to celebrate the incredible lives our greyhounds are living in retirement. To do this, we need your help! If you currently have a racing or retired greyhound with lines from Wheeling Island or Mardi Gras/Tri State, we want to hear from you!

Either click on over to Keepwvgreyhounds and add to the pinned thread, or email [email protected]

- Who your greyhound is: Share their name, racing name, and their unique personality quirks.

- Your spark: How did you first get interested in greyhounds?

- The ultimate truth: Why is your hound the absolute best greyhound to ever exist? (Spoiler alert: You are 100% correct, and so is everyone else!)

Please attach 1–2 of your favourite photos of your greyhound relaxing, playing, rooing or anything else you would like to share.

We cannot wait to feature your stories and show the world how wonderful life is with our West Virginia racers and retirees!"

05/09/2026

The U. S. House of Representatives has already approved this bill but the Senate hasn’t voted yet.

Please, regardless of what state you live in, this is a National Farm bill that needs to have the “greyhound protection language” removed. Animal rights activist groups (not to be confused with animal welfare), snuck this in with a number of dog related sports. The AKC and hunters started letter writing campaigns for the wording regarding their sports, as have we. But there are just not enough of us any more to make a huge difference in opinion. This is easy to fill out and goes to your Senators and Representative based on your zip code. It's fast and easy to do.

A few facts:
* Greyhounds are well cared for and have a nearly 100% adoption rate in the US. Do most pets have warm tubs and massages? Track greyhounds do!
* Greyhounds aren't forced to run. They love to do it. They're treated well at the track and receive excellent care.
* There is a higher percentage of injury of dogs living in homes than those at the track.
* If passed, this will effectively end the bloodlines of a very unique breed of dog in the US. NGA greyhounds are not the same as AKC hounds.
* Can you trace your dog's lineage for generations? If you have a retired racing greyhound, you can.
* If passed, activist groups will celebrate, then turn to other dog related activities, and eventually our pets.

The language added to this bill would have made it impossible for the adoption of the nine greyhounds I've had over the past 25 years. I've also fostered several and have helped place many while working with GAO Please consider adding your name in opposition to this section of the Farm bill. Thanks!

Congress is currently advancing the 2026 Farm Bill, and while efforts made successfully stopped overly broad language that threatened hunting and working dogs, a provision targeting greyhounds remains in the Farm Bill.

03/19/2026

Any chance any of our fabulous friends that have a truck could help out for a couple hours this afternoon (Thursday 3/19)? We need to transport a couple rolls of carpet from Bedford Heights to the IX center for the show this weekend.

If a miracle happens and the stars align and you can help, please contact us ASAP! Thanks!

03/19/2026

We still need to fill a few volunteer positions for this weekend. Check out the sign up for available times. Thanks, we couldn’t do this without you.

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. The slots (quantity) are to indicate how many people will be volunteering, there will be a comment space to let us know how many dogs will be with you. Note there is a limit of four hounds per shift due to IX Center restrict...

03/14/2026

Volunteer Opportunity! Join us at our booth next weekend at the Cleveland Home + Remodeling Expo. Volunteer times and sign up below

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. The slots (quantity) are to indicate how many people will be volunteering, there will be a comment space to let us know how many dogs will be with you. Note there is a limit of four hounds per shift due to IX Center restrict...

01/19/2026

Join us for an in‑depth webinar led by Dr. Guillermo Couto, a renowned specialist in Greyhound medicine, as he breaks down the breed‑specific conditions every veterinarian, adopter, and enthusiast should understand.

Visit https://greyhoundhealthinitiative.org/event/greyhound-diseases-webinar/ to reserve your spot TODAY!!!

12/19/2025

Order your 2026 GAO Family Calendar today!

https://greyhoundadoptionofoh.org/store/

11/27/2025

Good advice borrowed from another group.

11/17/2025

The Animal Rescue Site has started their Rescue Wonderland Shelter Challenge. This is an easy way to help GAO get the much needed funds we need to keep our kennel running. Vote each day to give us the chance to win $5000!

Follow the link below to vote for Greyhound Adoption of Ohio today. Be sure to set a reminder to vote daily through December 31st!

https://theanimalrescuesite.com/pages/shelter/greyhound-adoption-of-ohio-1673