Train My Pets

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Greyhounds are wonderful animal athletes. As they race and perform through their racing careers, they usually work until they are between 1.5 and 4 years old. During this time, they become adjusted to being walked and lead on a leash, so upon retirement from their profesional lives, they make wonderful pets!

As a retired athlete, they are smart, quiet, calm, clean, gentle, and all around good-natured and ready to adapt to a new home life. They react well to positive attention and reinforcement and thus they are a pleasure to train and work with for the new homes they become a part of.

They love affection and although they do want exercise, they do not need as much room to run as many might think. Inside the house, they prefer to curl up in a corner on a gentle rug. They are quiet creatures and very well behaved inside a house and around people.

Greyhounds spend most of their lives with other dogs, people, and handlers, thus they are very sociable breed and get along well with others. Their personality makes them an wonderful breed to be near children. Their intelligence and dedication make them an perfect companion. And because they are well mannered, they are great around company and in public.

There is probably a local Greyhound Pets of America chapter near you. So think about adopting a former Greyhound athlete. For more details, check out the Greyhound Park of Tucson. Various clubs have different expectations and fees, but each will encourage you to come visit and find out more about whether a Greyhound might be right for you!

You can also help by volunteering your time. All local clubs need volunteers to help with supplies, veterinary appointments, and even just shopping for doggie supplies. Of course, financial donations are also valuable, but your time and love is needed most!

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