Greyhound Crossroads

Buster just arrived from Australia. He only raced 7 races there and won 2 of them. His last race was December 4th 2023. He raced at 79lbs and is a tall, handsome, guy with a beautiful shiny coat. His sire is Dyna Double One and his dam is Lilac Izmir. He was born on April 16th of 2022. Buster is full of fun and loves to play with humans and other dogs. In Australia he lived with two retired greyhounds, a whippet and a Jack Russell and was very good with them. He is very social with other dogs and gets along with everyone. Buster was already home acclimated in Australia and was house trained there and had good house manners so he should be an easy addition to his new home. Whether it is a game of fetch, a run on leash, or just hanging out at home, Buster is is ready for anything. He does well traveling too. He was too interested in the cat to be able to live with them. We were able to redirect him some, but we would prefer a home with no kitties. Buster hasn't had long term exposure to kids although he really liked the kids he met. If you are looking for an outgoing, loving, playful dog, Buster is your guy! 

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Shear Volume was called Savannah at the WV farm she was raised on. She came to us with her brother Jim straight from the farm. They just never did well enough in training to make it to the race track. She is a very young girl that won't turn 2 until April 12th. Her Sire is RCK Goneinaflash and her dam is RCK Golden Grace. She is a mid sized female that probably weighs in the lower 60s, although she doesn't have an official racing weight. Savannah was described to us as a girl that really loves attention to the point of being 'needy'. A really sweet girl. So far she has been pretty overwhelmed by her first trip away from the farm, where she was born. She is shy around people that she doesn't know so will need some time to warm up. Savannah really loves her crate and considers it her safe place. She will choose to be in there even with the door open. Savannah passed her cat test with only a few sniffs and no interest in chasing. She was also great with the small dog she met and seems to like children. So far, Savannah is pretty calm for such a young girl. She got along with all the other greyhounds she met too. She seems to be a bit more shy with men than women but her owner says she will warm up and be a very affectionate girl given time.

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Kordell came to us directly from the WV farm where he was born. He had an injury to his back when he was 3-4 months old. He got the injury when playing with other pups and his owner wasn't sure what actually happened. Kordell recovered, but his back has always looked a bit different - a little more bowed than most. But nothing even that noticeable. His owner knew he wouldn't be able to race, so he never went to training or to the race track. Kordell runs and plays and doesn't seem handicapped by his injury. Our vet is going to check him over, but at this time he appears to be healthy and has showed no sign of being in any pain. Kordell is a very young guy that won't even turn 2 until May 31st. His sire is Top Of The Pile and his Dam is Fly Margorie G. Kordell has been a little nervous, as expected, with all the changes he has experienced since he left the farm. He is very loving though and seems like he is going to be a velcro dog. He wants to be with people and especially seems to love children, most of the time. Although Kordell normally seeks out attention from kids, he has gotten overwhelmed by too much attention a few times. He is being fostered with small kids in his foster home,  but he may do better in a home with older kids, that can understand that dogs sometimes need space. Kordell passed his cat test easily without any interest in chasing. He also did well when meeting a small white dog. He was good with the other greyhounds he met on his trip. This is a great pup that is going to be a wonderful pet. He is a mid sized guy that probably weighs around 65lbs, but needs to gain 5-10 lbs. His owner says he tends to stay on the thin side and can be hard to keep weight on. Kordell has become a pretty confident guy in a very short time in his foster home. 

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Toast just arrived from Tri State Race Track in WV, where he raced 83 races. He was a good racer getting up to the top AA level, winning 11 races and placing in a lot more. Toast is a mid sized male, racing at 73lbs. His DOB is 8/31/22, so he won't turn 4 until the end of July. Toast's sire is the famous Highly Classified and his dam is ABS Almighty. He was very interested in the cat at first, but after a slap from the cat, didn't even want to get near it or look at it again. We think he may be trainable and should be able to live with a confident cat, that would put him in his place. Toast was good with the small dog he met. He is an extremely confident guy, that loves people and wanted to help drive on the trip to SC. He can be pushy about getting what he wants. He was bossy with the other dogs on the trip down, and seems like a natural leader of the pack. Other than being a bit bossy,Toast has done fine with the other dogs in his foster home and seems to need another dog around. He did stress when being left completely alone. Toast liked the kids he met, but he does like to give hugs, so could easily knock over a small child. We think he needs a home with no small kids. He is doing great in his foster home and doesn't seem to be stressed, except when left alone. He reacts with curiosity to everything and is fearful of nothing so far. Toast is a lot of happy dog that is going to be the life of the party. His favorite thing other than love is playing with toys.

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Diamond just arrived from the Tri-State Race Track in WV. She only raced 7 official races there and finished toward the back of the pack in all of them. Diamond was retired young and won't turn 2 until May 4th. Her sire is Jackslittlething from Ireland and her dam is SE's Lil Money. She is a small female, racing at 60lbs. Diamond was too interested in chasing the cat to be able to live with kitties. She was fine with the small dog she met though. Diamond liked the kids she met and pretty much loves everyone. She is an attention hog and wants all the love from everyone she meets. Diamond is a very confident girl that does what she wants and can be a little pushy about it. She is likely to be the queen of the pack in any group of dogs. She has a little muzzle rub on her nose right now, but that it looks like the hair should grow back. This cute little girl has a TON of personality and is going to be the llfe of any party. Diamond does seem to need a home with another dog. She cried and stressed, when crated by herself away from other dogs.

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Slate and his housemate Merlin were originally adopted from a group in Florida which has closed. They are arriving together as returns because of a move to Europe, not because of any problems with the boys. We would like to place them together if a home is available.  Both dogs are said to be cat, small dog, and child tolerant. Slate never had an official race but he had 4 schooling races at the Tri State Race Course in WV. Later he was moved to Orange Park in FL but never actually raced there. That was where he was placed for adoption in March of 2021. He has been in a home since then so is already home acclimated. Slates sire is the famous Pat C Clement and his dam is CTW Dr. Quinn. He will turn 7 on April 12th and weighs 68lbs. More as we get to know him

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Merlin and his housemate Slate were originally adopted from a group in Florida which has closed. They are arriving together as returns because of a move to Europe, not because of any problems with the boys. We would like to place them together if a home is available.  Both dogs are said to be cat, small dog, and child tolerant. Merlin is a red brindle guy with a graying face. He turned 9 on February 14th and raced at 73lbs. His sire is the famous Kiowa Myth and his dam is Pat C Whereby. He only raced 10 races at Orange Park Race Course in Jacksonville Florida. He won only one race and mainly finished toward the back of the pack. He was retired March 31st of 2019 and placed in his adoptive home soon after that. He is already home acclimated and since he is 9 qualifies for a senior reduced adoption fee.

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Mystery is a sweet, white girl with black spots that was initially adopted through another group that has now gone out of business. She has been in an adoptive home for years, so is already home acclimated. Mystery never raced but does have tattoos. She is a friendly girl that does the big greyhound grin that is a submissive, happy gesture. So cute!  Although she initially tested safe with small dogs, over time she has shown both foster families in AL that her personality changes as she becomes comfortable.  She's an alpha girl who will begin to guard her space with other dogs in her home and has confidence to test the limits with them. Because of this history, we feel she would not only be best but probably the most happy long-term as an only dog in her home.  She could be the perfect match for a family with greyhound experience hoping to have only one slightly older dog.  Mystery weighs around 63lbs and will be vetted as soon as she arrives. She likes to play in very short spurts, but is mostly calm and enjoys her naps. She is not a fan of crates and tends to panic if put in one. She does complain a bit when babygated, so she's probably not a good choice in apartments, if gating will be required.  Her foster mom describes her as a extremely affectionate with her humans, choosing to spend time with them and following activities around the home.  She's a snuggler on a bed or the couch too. She is great on leash and walks quietly by your side so would be great for families who leash walk daily.  What a great girl just looking for the perfect home!

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Marshall is arriving soon. He is an Australian guy that never raced. He was born on January 6th of 2024 so is just 2 years old. He is a beautiful dark almost brown and black brindle and is one of the tiniest males we have placed at only 57lbs. His foster family calls him Marshall because like a US Marshall he investigates everything. He is sweet and curious and likes older kids, other large dogs, being outside and running around. He doesn't like other dogs to bother him when eating. His foster home is working on that. Marshall also doesn't like sudden loud noises. Marshall should be small animal workable with close supervision. He is just very curious about everything he sees including cats and small dogs. More when we meet him.

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Ding Dong is a sweet boy with a very silly name. He was born in Ireland but raced in UK at Oxford Race Course. Ding Dong was a very good racer running at A level and winning 12 of his 52 races. He almost always placed in the top 4 in every other race. He weighs 70lbs, so is a mid-sized male. His sire is Cabra Firmino and his dam is Black Buzey. He was born September 1st of 2022. He did not pass his cat or small dog tests so needs a home without them, everything small looks like a squirrel to Ding Dong. He is in a temporary foster home now in Florida and is doing really well there. They say that he is getting better with smaller animals the longer he is exposed to them. They report that Ding Dong loves meeting new people and loves walks, toys and petting. He walks well on lead and eats well. Ding Dong would be fine as an only dog, but he wouldn't mind a home with a female dog - he likes the ladies. His foster home has reported no food aggression or sleep startle. 

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Disco Pants (Billy) is ready to boogie his way right into your heart! He is arriving soon from Ireland where he raced 63 races at Tralee, Shelbourne Park, Limerick, Cork, Mullingar, and Clonmel. He was a good racer winning 18 of his races and placing in many of the others. His last race was July 6th of 2024 and he has been waiting on a home since then. Billy raced at 76lbs and his DOB is March 15 2020. His sire is the famous Kinloch Brae and his dam is Bling Bling Lola. 

This very affectionate boy absolutely loves being close to his people. Whether it’s leaning in for pets, following you from room to room, or settling in for a cozy nap nearby, Billy is happiest when he’s sharing his space — and his big loving heart — with you.Billy walks nicely on lead and enjoys getting out and about. However, if a rabbit or squirrel makes an appearance, his inner athlete wakes up! A handler who can gently redirect him and keep a steady hold will do just fine. He gets too excited about cats to be able to live with them. Billy does well with quiet, well-behaved dogs and would thrive in a calm home where he can relax, feel secure, and soak up plenty of affection. If you’re looking for a sweet, loving companion with just the right amount of sparkle, Disco Pants (Billy) is ready to dance into your life! 
 
 
 
 
 

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Droopys Eddie was born in Ireland and raced 25 races. He was a good racer and was a 2023 RPGTV English Puppy Derby Finalist. He raced at Monmore, Romford, New Castle, Oxford, Shelbourne Park, Towcester, and Kilkenny. His sire is King Sheeran and his dam is Droopys Hunch. His DOB is 12/14/21. Eddie is the definition of laid-back charm and an ideal match for anyone seeking a truly low-maintenance companion. Eddie prefers short, leisurely walks and is perfectly happy spending the rest of his day relaxing nearby. After a walk, a meal, or a quick potty break, he’s ready for his favorite activity—napping. This friendly 80-pound couch potato loves people and is content just having his humans close. He never asks for much (well… maybe a few gentle pats on his head), and he’ll happily snooze until you move—then he’ll pop up to check on things before settling back down again. Eddie walks well on lead, eats well, and has shown no issues when left alone for a couple of hours. He gets along with other dogs but would also be perfectly happy as an only dog, soaking up the calm and comfort of home life. If you’re looking for an easygoing, steady companion who fits seamlessly into your routine, Droopys Eddie fits the bill beautifully. Eddie does want to chase kitties so needs a home without cats.

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