activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 12
- Companion Animal RescueTakes in mixed breed and other companion animals when approved by the Board of Directors and deemed in the animals' best interest.
- Greyhound Adoption Program Greyhound and Sighthound Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of ex-racing and rescued greyhounds into qualified forever homes, primarily in Southern Arizona, by creating individualized profiles and hosting meet-and-greet events for potential adopters.
- Greyhound Adoption Program Greyhound and Sighthound Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of ex-racing and rescued greyhounds into qualified forever homes, primarily in Southern Arizona. This involves creating individualized profiles for each dog, hosting meet-and-greet events, and charging adoption fees based on the dog's origin and age.
- Greyhound Adoption Services Greyhound and Sighthound Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of ex-racing and rescued greyhounds, primarily in Southern Arizona, by creating individualized profiles, hosting meet-and-greet events, and charging an adoption fee. The organization also accepts the return of all adopted greyhounds.
- Greyhound Rescue and RehabilitationRescues sick, injured, abandoned, and lost greyhounds, providing them with transportation, shelter, and comprehensive medical care including initial health screens, vaccinations, spay/neuter services, dental care, and ongoing protection against heartworm and fleas/ticks. A special fund covers extraordinary medical and long-term expenses.
- Greyhound Rescue and Rehabilitation Greyhound and Sighthound Adoption ServicesRescues sick, injured, abandoned, and lost greyhounds, providing them with medical care, spay/neuter services, vaccinations, and socialization to prepare them for adoption. This includes crate training, human interaction, and residential foster care to acclimate them to a home environment.
- Greyhound Rescue and Rehabilitation Greyhound and Sighthound Adoption ServicesRescues sick, injured, and abandoned greyhounds, providing them with care, socialization, and medical services including spay/neuter, vaccinations, and dental care, to prepare them for adoption.
- Greyhound Socialization and Foster Care Greyhound and Sighthound Adoption ServicesProvides care and socialization for adoptable greyhounds, including crate training and human interaction, and offers residential foster care to help them acclimate to a home environment, preparing them medically and socially to be pets.
- Lost and Returned Greyhound Services Lost Pet Reunification ServicesWorks to return lost greyhounds to their owners and accepts the return of all greyhounds, including lost ones, into their care.
- Rescue and Adoption of Other Companion AnimalsTakes in mixed breed and other companion animals for rescue and adoption when approved by the Board of Directors and deemed to be in the animals' best interest.
- Rescue and Rehoming of Other Companion AnimalsTakes in mixed breed and other companion animals for rescue and rehoming when approved by the Board of Directors and deemed in the animals' best interest.
- Special Medical Fund for GreyhoundsMaintains a dedicated fund to cover extraordinary medical expenses and long-term care costs for greyhounds in their program.
capacity building · 2
- Community Education on Responsible Pet Ownership Animal Welfare Education ProgramsEducates the community on responsible ownership and financial considerations for greyhounds and other companion animals.
- Community Education on Responsible Pet Ownership Animal Welfare Education ProgramsEducates the community on responsible ownership practices and the financial considerations involved in caring for greyhounds and other companion animals.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Breed education and humane advocacyEducates the public on greyhounds as companion animals, promotes humane care principles, and advocates for spaying/neutering to support responsible pet ownership and animal population control.
- Breed education and humane care advocacyEngages in public education about the greyhound breed’s suitability as companions, promotes humane treatment principles, and advocates for responsible pet ownership including spaying and neutering.
- Collaborative adoption network engagementWorks with other greyhound adoption organizations to expand placement opportunities and share resources, enhancing the reach and effectiveness of rehoming efforts.
- Collaborative network engagementWorks in partnership with other greyhound adoption and placement organizations to enhance placement opportunities and share resources, improving overall welfare outcomes.
- Direct Funding for Animal Care direct-funding-to-animal-careThe organization ensures the well-being of greyhounds in its adoption program by directing 100% of membership funds specifically to direct care and medical services for the animals.
- Full allocation of funds to direct animal care direct-funding-to-animal-careDirects 100% of membership donations exclusively to the direct care and medical treatment of greyhounds, ensuring financial resources are fully dedicated to animal welfare within the adoption program.
- Full allocation of funds to direct animal care direct-funding-to-animal-careDirects 100% of membership contributions exclusively to direct care and medical services for greyhounds, ensuring financial resources directly support the animals’ health and adoption readiness.
- Individualized Socialization and Human Interaction individualized_socializationThe organization prepares greyhounds for adoption into family homes by providing individualized socialization and human interaction, believing this approach helps them adapt to a domestic environment.
- Individualized socialization and behavioral support individualized_socializationUses tailored human interaction, structured routines, and regular walks to support greyhounds' emotional well-being and behavioral development, preparing them for successful integration into family homes.
- Individualized socialization and personality-based matching personality-focused adoption matchingUses tailored socialization, human interaction, and personality-focused profiles to prepare greyhounds for adoption and match them with compatible families, improving adoption success and long-term placement stability.
- Personality-Focused Adoption Matching personality-focused adoption matchingThe organization matches greyhounds with suitable families and homes by creating individualized, personality-focused profiles and using an adoption application process that considers factors like family composition, living environment, and adopter expectations. This ensures a good fit for both the dog and the adoptive family.
- Personality-based adoption matching personality-focused adoption matchingEmploys detailed, personality-focused profiles and a comprehensive application process to match greyhounds with adoptive families based on compatibility in terms of family composition, living environment, and expectations.
- Public Education on Greyhound SuitabilityThe organization educates the public about the greyhound breed and their suitability as companions after racing, aiming to increase adoption rates and understanding of the breed.
- Responsible Animal Population ControlThe organization promotes responsible animal population control by ensuring all intake animals are neutered/spayed before adoption and by publicly encouraging the neutering/spaying of all companion animals.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Adoption Program
Facilitates the placement of ex-racing and rescued greyhounds into permanent homes after medical screening, spay/neuter, and foster care
Community Education
Offers outreach on responsible pet ownership, humane care, and population control through adoption events and resources
Foster Care Program
Provides temporary residential care to help greyhounds acclimate to home life before adoption
Jackie’s Fund
Special fund covering extraordinary medical and long-term care expenses for greyhounds with severe injuries or illnesses
relationships · 7
who they work with
- 501(c)3 Government — Registered as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
- Alta Mesa Animal Hospital Partner — Veterinary clinic listed as a resource for pet care in the Phoenix Metro area
- Arizona Skies Animal Hospital Partner — Veterinary clinic listed as a resource for pet care in the Phoenix Metro area
- Banfield Pet Hospital Partner — Veterinary clinic listed as a resource for pet care in the Phoenix Metro area
- Horizon Animal Hospital Partner — Veterinary clinic listed as a resource for pet care in the Phoenix Metro area
- Palo Verde Animal Hospital Partner — Veterinary clinic listed as a resource for pet care in the Phoenix Metro area
- San Tan Animal Hospital Partner — Veterinary clinic listed as a resource for pet care in the Phoenix Metro area