Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption

04/24/2025

What do you get a cuddle bunny? A cuddlepillar, of course! And Kenny feels like the king of his.

04/24/2025

The Greyhound Health Initiative is proud to present its inaugural podcast in collaboration with Greyhound Nation. This is a great episode that every owner should listen to and, perhaps, subscribe to wherever you get your podcasts.

This episode features esteemed veterinary expert Dr. Guillermo Couto and GHI’s Executive Director, Mandy Albert, alongside host John Parker. The episode offers an engaging exploration of topics ranging from Greyhounds as blood donors and to groundbreaking advancements in osteosarcoma and orthopedic research.

In this episode, host John Parker sits down with Dr. Guillermo Couto and Mandy Albert to explore the doctor’s career, the origins of the Greyhound Health Ini...

04/24/2025

Last night's Greyhound meet-up was an intimate gathering of greyt friends at the serene La Encantada courtyard. How to herd everyone for a group photo is always a challenge. Thanks for joining us.

04/23/2025

UPDATE: Found!!
Missing!!

04/22/2025

From the moment in 2017 when Ken saw Cosmo - a big, red boy - run up to him and give him a big kiss, he knew he found his next greyhound. SA Greys sends its heartfelt condolences to Ken and the Blasor family as they grieve the loss of 10 yr old Cosmo, who loved snuggling, walks, car rides, and camping. Goodnight sweet boy, you are missed.🌈

04/22/2025

“Volunteering is an act of heroism on a grand scale…” -William J. Clinton.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of National Volunteer Week, SA Greys would like to extend its deepest gratitude to all its volunteers, past and present, whose selfless dedication has empowered us to fulfill our mission of placing greyhounds in their loving forever homes. 💖💖💖

04/20/2025

Tuesday, April 22 – GREYHOUND MEETUP at La Encantada Shopping Center from 6-7 p.m. Let’s meet on the lower level (enter by Pottery Barn) and hang out in the courtyard and stroll the outdoor mall. Bring water+ pet waste bags. Caution: Small furry dogs will likely be present. Location: 2905 E. Skyline Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718

04/19/2025

⚠️ Easter Safety Message from SA Greys.🐇🐇🐇

🚫 The below Easter favorites are highly toxic and dangerous to greyhounds and need to be kept safely away from all dogs in the home:

🍫 Chocolate
🍞 Hot Cross Buns (Especially if contain fruit)
🍇 Grapes and Raisins
🦴 Cooked Bones
🐠 Fish Bones
🥩 Fatty Meats
📦 Wrappers and Packaging of the above
🍷 Alcohol
☕️ Caffeine
🥜 Xylitol (Found in some yogurt and peanut butter products.)
🧸 Easter Toys & Small Decorations

🚫 The above have the potential to cause choking hazard, internal damage, poisoning, pancreatitis or other health issues to your greyhound or other dogs in the home. In serious cases, these can be fatal.

🚫 Keep these things out of reach and seek medical attention immediately if ingested.

🐰 The Easter Bunny can still visit your fur babies with pet-friendly options like the Easter bunny’s favorite, carrots! Keep them safe and happy this Easter. 🐣

04/18/2025

04/17/2025

It takes an exceptional heart to adopt an older greyhound; Kent and Carole Sue have such heart but, sadly, have lost their beautiful girl Nipsey only a week after having lost their beloved Hilda. SA Greys sends healing thoughts and comforting hugs to Kent and Carole Sue during this challenging time. ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

04/15/2025

Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoptions is saddened to hear of the unexpected passing of longtime foster and greyhound advocate, Debbie Steed. We offer our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends and are grieving with you.💔💔💔
Please share your memories of Debbie.

04/14/2025

BLAST FROM THE PAST - When Chili and Noelle got married at the community-wide Adopt Love Adopt Local event in 2015.

04/13/2025

SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday - April 22 - 6 to 7 pm - GREYHOUND MEETUP at La Encantada Shopping Center - Let’s meet on the lower level (enter by Pottery Barn) and hang out in the courtyard and stroll the outdoor mall. Bring water+pet waste bags. 2905 E Skyline Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718

04/13/2025

Happy birthday to foster Shauna who turned 5 today! She and Greta celebrated with a meatloaf and sweet potato cake

04/12/2025

April 13 SA Greys Board Meeting online - 2 p.m. MST: To join the video meeting via Google Meets (on your computer), go here. https://meet.google.com/xzm-iegi-wxf?pli=1 To join by phone, dial: +1 478-412-7445 and enter PIN: 214 073 985 # All welcome.

04/11/2025

The SA Greys family sends its condolences to Kent & Carole Sue on the loss of their beloved Hilda who was a wonderful, gentle, and affectionate girl. Her sibs Nipsey and Nonna sense her passing and are wandering around their home looking for her. 🌈

04/10/2025

Happy National Adopt a Greyhound month. What color is your greyhound? People are always surprised greys are 1)not gray and 2)come in such a variety of colors. Show us the variety.

04/09/2025

Modern love stories, 100 words in the NY Times. The first one is about a greyhound

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.