KERRY GREYHOUND CONNECTION
Kerry Greyhound Connection was set up in the west of Ireland in 2002, after realising the sad fate awaiting most of these dogs when they retired from racing.
We are a small voluntary organisation based in County Kerry, Ireland and Norfolk, England and operate through a network of volunteers.
We aim to encourage the racing industry and governments to improve conditions for these dogs, and to reduce the amount of greyhounds which are bred and inevitably destroyed.
We take in, rehabilitate and find homes for unwanted Irish racing greyhounds. We also work to educate the public, and people involved in the Irish racing industry, that greyhounds make great pets.
There are some small signs of progress in Ireland, but there remains a very long way to go both with education and welfare.
We can look after approximately 35 greyhounds at any one time, in Ireland and the UK.
Each dog is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, and given a full veterinary check before being adopted.
We assess the suitability of all home offers, and we have homed greyhounds in Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
We do ask for a donation towards the cost of getting the dogs ready to go to their new homes, and the transport to get them there.
We rely on public donations to enable us to carry out our work, and we are always in need of foster homes, both in Ireland and the UK. We can be contacted on 00353 87 9822695 or via PM - please do not reply on this thread.
Irish greyhounds that are listed for adoption from our Norfolk foster homes will have a UK contact phone number.
You can also visit our own website www.kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Some greyhounds have *RESERVED* against their names. This means that a home offer has been made and we are waiting for the completion of a satisfactory homecheck. Enquiries can still be made for these dogs.
We also have a dog behaviourist on our team, who is able to provide help and guidance with any issues that may arise with greys in their new homes.
Thank you
Full Version: Kerry Greyhound Connection
MYLIE & MIKO
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* LONG STAY HOUNDS *
Mylie is an affectionate and bouncy 2 year old black girl who likes to please.
She is fostered with Miko and they have become firm friends so we would love to find them a home together.
Miko is a laid back 5 year old brindle boy, who is friendly and affectionate with people.
He is still getting used to small dogs and so he will need an adopter who is happy to continue his training.
One of the loveliest dogs you could ask for, Miko walks well on the lead, and enjoys his cuddles.
Mylie and Miko have been waiting a long time to find a new home together.
We don't really know why they continue to be overlooked as they are both lovely dogs.
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Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
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* LONG STAY HOUNDS *
Mylie is an affectionate and bouncy 2 year old black girl who likes to please.
She is fostered with Miko and they have become firm friends so we would love to find them a home together.
Miko is a laid back 5 year old brindle boy, who is friendly and affectionate with people.
He is still getting used to small dogs and so he will need an adopter who is happy to continue his training.
One of the loveliest dogs you could ask for, Miko walks well on the lead, and enjoys his cuddles.
Mylie and Miko have been waiting a long time to find a new home together.
We don't really know why they continue to be overlooked as they are both lovely dogs.
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Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
They are all lovely, but MIKO oh he is so cute 
What a sad face though 
What a sad face though
PATCH
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*ADOPTED*
Pretty, 16 month old, white & black female.
Although timid at first with strangers, Patch likes company, and would be happier homed with another/other dogs.
Once settled she can be left for short periods - perhaps 2 hours or so.
Patch is wary when walking on unfamiliar ground, but with lots of positive encouragement and treats enjoys quiet outside places.
As Patch is very active a large enclosed garden would let her get the exercise she enjoys without the stress of the big outside.
Since being in foster care she has blossomed into an endearing, affectionate, loyal and fun dog.
She also cleverly dribbles, heads and controls a football like Wayne Rooney!
Patch is very responsive, loves playing with her toys and likes to mischievously carry/hide her fosterer's slippers.
She knows and responds to her name, so is good on recall and is very eager to please.
She is house-trained, and also travels well in the car.
Her continued socialisation, with lots of encouragement, will bring huge rewards.
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*ADOPTED*
Pretty, 16 month old, white & black female.
Although timid at first with strangers, Patch likes company, and would be happier homed with another/other dogs.
Once settled she can be left for short periods - perhaps 2 hours or so.
Patch is wary when walking on unfamiliar ground, but with lots of positive encouragement and treats enjoys quiet outside places.
As Patch is very active a large enclosed garden would let her get the exercise she enjoys without the stress of the big outside.
Since being in foster care she has blossomed into an endearing, affectionate, loyal and fun dog.
She also cleverly dribbles, heads and controls a football like Wayne Rooney!
Patch is very responsive, loves playing with her toys and likes to mischievously carry/hide her fosterer's slippers.
She knows and responds to her name, so is good on recall and is very eager to please.
She is house-trained, and also travels well in the car.
Her continued socialisation, with lots of encouragement, will bring huge rewards.
I fell in love with Miko when I first saw his pic, and tried to persuade a local lady to consider him for her monther. Alas, the lady has decided she will wait a while before adopting a dog. I'm sorry to see he's still in kennels.
If only my house and garden were bigger!
HOLLY
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*RESERVED*
Small, pretty, 2 year old girl with a great big personality.
Holly loves people and fuss and likes to be part of whatever you're doing. She's very bright and a little bit cheeky.
Her favourite hobbies are moving shoes, rolling around on her back on the grass, and charging about with a tennis ball.
In the house she settles very well and will happily sleep for hours. In fact, she is usually the last one out of bed every morning!
Holly is house trained, non-destructive and doesn't counter surf.
She has been left quite happily with the resident dogs for up to 3-4 hours without any problems.
Holly is still getting used to small dogs, but is learning that they do come in lots of different shapes and sizes.
She is a little bit bossy sometimes so would be best living with a laid back male dog (or two!).
Holly will be a lot of fun for her new family.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
FLO JO
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*ADOPTED*
18 month old, quiet, brindle female.
Still a timid girl, but Flo Jo is slowly coming out of her shell in her foster home.
She is looking for a family who will gently introduce her to the outside world.
"Jo-Jo" as she is affectionately known, only measures 64cms in height, and is very dainty with it.
She has tons of love to give to the right person who will love her in return.
CAIRO
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Cairo is a large 2 year old handsome boy, and is friendly and affectionate.
He has now fully recovered from his broken hock and enjoys long walks.
Cairo gets on well with other greyhounds, but is very excitable around other dogs, particularly small ones.
However, he is responsive to his name and food treats and so he is likely to respond to training and more socialising.
Currently in kennels in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
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*UPDATED JULY 2010*
*RESERVED*
Small, pretty, 2 year old girl with a great big personality.
Holly loves people and fuss and likes to be part of whatever you're doing. She's very bright and a little bit cheeky.
Her favourite hobbies are moving shoes, rolling around on her back on the grass, and charging about with a tennis ball.
In the house she settles very well and will happily sleep for hours. In fact, she is usually the last one out of bed every morning!
Holly is house trained, non-destructive and doesn't counter surf.
She has been left quite happily with the resident dogs for up to 3-4 hours without any problems.
Holly is still getting used to small dogs, but is learning that they do come in lots of different shapes and sizes.
She is a little bit bossy sometimes so would be best living with a laid back male dog (or two!).
Holly will be a lot of fun for her new family.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
FLO JO
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*ADOPTED*
18 month old, quiet, brindle female.
Still a timid girl, but Flo Jo is slowly coming out of her shell in her foster home.
She is looking for a family who will gently introduce her to the outside world.
"Jo-Jo" as she is affectionately known, only measures 64cms in height, and is very dainty with it.
She has tons of love to give to the right person who will love her in return.
CAIRO
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Cairo is a large 2 year old handsome boy, and is friendly and affectionate.
He has now fully recovered from his broken hock and enjoys long walks.
Cairo gets on well with other greyhounds, but is very excitable around other dogs, particularly small ones.
However, he is responsive to his name and food treats and so he is likely to respond to training and more socialising.
Currently in kennels in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
GABBY
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4 year old black girl who just loves to smile!
Gabby is a gentle, quiet soul and will make a marvellous companion for the right person.
She is housetrained, well behaved in the home and is fine when left with another dog for company.
Gets on very well with the other greyhound she shares her foster home with.
She is also non-destructive, quiet and clean at night and is a good traveller.
Gabby is learning to relax and enjoy life, and enjoys goofing around the garden with her squeaky ball.
Also likes to collect her fosterer's shoes and pillows and piles them up in her bed for 'safe keeping'!
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
CEILI
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*RESERVED*
4 year old, fawn female.
Ceili is a very special girl who is completely gorgeous, very affectionate and is always friendly with people she meets.
She is relaxed in the home and has a very soft, gentle, sweet nature.
She adores cuddles and lots of attention, loves to play with her toys and likes you to join in.
Travels well in the car, settles at night, is clean in the house (never had an accident) and walks well on the lead.
Ceili really enjoys getting out and about, but can also be left alone without any troubles.
We have found that she is good with larger dogs and calm dogs, but gets excited by little ones if they are lively and playful..
She shows lots of interest in wlld rabbits and given half a chance would be off in a flash, a very tight grip on the lead is required!!
Now that Ceili is fully relaxed she is spending much more time lazing around.
She will make a wonderful addition to a loving family.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
HARRISON
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There is only one word for Harrison and that's Handsome!
He has stunning white markings that offset his lovely brindle coat.
Harrison injured one of his legs and he had to have an operation to correct it.
Whilst now fully recovered he is no longer fast enough for the track and is now looking for his pet home.
So far, in the short time he has been with us, he is proving to be the perfect gent.
He is very relaxed on his walks, and enjoys getting head rubs and treats.
We dont expect that given Harrison's movie star looks he will be in kennels for long.
Yes, we did name him after THAT Harrison!
Currently in kennels in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
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4 year old black girl who just loves to smile!
Gabby is a gentle, quiet soul and will make a marvellous companion for the right person.
She is housetrained, well behaved in the home and is fine when left with another dog for company.
Gets on very well with the other greyhound she shares her foster home with.
She is also non-destructive, quiet and clean at night and is a good traveller.
Gabby is learning to relax and enjoy life, and enjoys goofing around the garden with her squeaky ball.
Also likes to collect her fosterer's shoes and pillows and piles them up in her bed for 'safe keeping'!
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
CEILI
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*RESERVED*
4 year old, fawn female.
Ceili is a very special girl who is completely gorgeous, very affectionate and is always friendly with people she meets.
She is relaxed in the home and has a very soft, gentle, sweet nature.
She adores cuddles and lots of attention, loves to play with her toys and likes you to join in.
Travels well in the car, settles at night, is clean in the house (never had an accident) and walks well on the lead.
Ceili really enjoys getting out and about, but can also be left alone without any troubles.
We have found that she is good with larger dogs and calm dogs, but gets excited by little ones if they are lively and playful..
She shows lots of interest in wlld rabbits and given half a chance would be off in a flash, a very tight grip on the lead is required!!
Now that Ceili is fully relaxed she is spending much more time lazing around.
She will make a wonderful addition to a loving family.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
HARRISON
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There is only one word for Harrison and that's Handsome!
He has stunning white markings that offset his lovely brindle coat.
Harrison injured one of his legs and he had to have an operation to correct it.
Whilst now fully recovered he is no longer fast enough for the track and is now looking for his pet home.
So far, in the short time he has been with us, he is proving to be the perfect gent.
He is very relaxed on his walks, and enjoys getting head rubs and treats.
We dont expect that given Harrison's movie star looks he will be in kennels for long.
Yes, we did name him after THAT Harrison!
Currently in kennels in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
KAYLA
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Calm, 3 year old, black female.
Kayla is a very quiet and reserved girl, but becomes more affectionate once she gets to know you.
She has an almost sad air about her that gives the impression that she's had a harsh life so far.
We feel that Kayla will blossom in to a loving sweetiepie once she settles into a home environment.
She has a soft black coat that is in poor condition at the moment, but this will improve with good food and a soft bed.
Kayla gets on well with the other greyhounds at the kennels.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
JAMIE
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Eye catching, 4 year old boy, measuring 29" to the shoulder.
Jamie is mainly white with brindle patches on his head and one on his rear end!
He is a happy go lucky boy, is lead trained, loves his walks and aims to please.
Shares his foster home with two female greyhounds, who he has grown very attached to.
He is learning how to play and is becoming a proper cheeky boy.
Jamie is not a greedy lad and doesn’t counter surf, steal food or raid the rubbish bins.
He would do well in a range of home types – with children, as an only dog, or with another female dog (or two!) for company.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
CHELSEA
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Friendly, 2 year old, black female.
Chelsea is a lively girl, bursting with energy and we think shes going to LOVE discovering what toys are all about.
Once she settles into a home environment she is going to be a lovable little clown.
Chelsea gets on well with the other greyhounds, and loves getting fuss and attention.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
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Calm, 3 year old, black female.
Kayla is a very quiet and reserved girl, but becomes more affectionate once she gets to know you.
She has an almost sad air about her that gives the impression that she's had a harsh life so far.
We feel that Kayla will blossom in to a loving sweetiepie once she settles into a home environment.
She has a soft black coat that is in poor condition at the moment, but this will improve with good food and a soft bed.
Kayla gets on well with the other greyhounds at the kennels.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
JAMIE
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Eye catching, 4 year old boy, measuring 29" to the shoulder.
Jamie is mainly white with brindle patches on his head and one on his rear end!
He is a happy go lucky boy, is lead trained, loves his walks and aims to please.
Shares his foster home with two female greyhounds, who he has grown very attached to.
He is learning how to play and is becoming a proper cheeky boy.
Jamie is not a greedy lad and doesn’t counter surf, steal food or raid the rubbish bins.
He would do well in a range of home types – with children, as an only dog, or with another female dog (or two!) for company.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
CHELSEA
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Friendly, 2 year old, black female.
Chelsea is a lively girl, bursting with energy and we think shes going to LOVE discovering what toys are all about.
Once she settles into a home environment she is going to be a lovable little clown.
Chelsea gets on well with the other greyhounds, and loves getting fuss and attention.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
BETTY
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*ADOPTED*
Meet our pretty, little Betty.
She is a quiet girl and was a bit camera shy when she first arrived.
However, Betty's confidence has really come on since being in her foster home.
She is a small lady, good on the lead, and likes a bit of one to one attention.
Betty is a poppet - if you overlook this 2 year old, black girl you will be missing out on something special.
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*ADOPTED*
Meet our pretty, little Betty.
She is a quiet girl and was a bit camera shy when she first arrived.
However, Betty's confidence has really come on since being in her foster home.
She is a small lady, good on the lead, and likes a bit of one to one attention.
Betty is a poppet - if you overlook this 2 year old, black girl you will be missing out on something special.
TAZ & BABY EARL
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*UPDATED JUNE 2010*
Taz & Baby Earl are mother and son, who are looking for a home together.
Taz is a shy, 6 year old girl with a gentle personality.
She wags her tail, loves her walks and doesn't pull, but is frightened if other dogs run up to her.
Confident with strangers, and adores chin rubs and cuddles.
Taz can be a bit possessive over toys and her bed.
Baby Earl is very nervous of the outside world, and panics if Taz is away for too long.
Since being in his foster home he will now let people touch him and accepts gentle rubs.
He is terrified if you put pressure on his neck, and has a scar from previous rough treatment.
Over the past few weeks he has adapted to a harness, and things are going well.
Baby Earl will walk in very quiet places, but lies down flat if he sees other dogs.
He needs someone to spend time with him to gain enough confidence to wag his tail and maybe one day play.
Loves his bed, especially if it has a teddy in it for company.
Unfortunately, Baby Earl also has a habit of counter surfing, so food is never left out.
Taz and Baby Earl have both had a hard life so far and deserve a better one.
They will need a home that is quiet, and a family with lots of patience and love to give.
Neither are cat friendly.
Currently in foster care in Ireland.
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*UPDATED JUNE 2010*
Taz & Baby Earl are mother and son, who are looking for a home together.
Taz is a shy, 6 year old girl with a gentle personality.
She wags her tail, loves her walks and doesn't pull, but is frightened if other dogs run up to her.
Confident with strangers, and adores chin rubs and cuddles.
Taz can be a bit possessive over toys and her bed.
Baby Earl is very nervous of the outside world, and panics if Taz is away for too long.
Since being in his foster home he will now let people touch him and accepts gentle rubs.
He is terrified if you put pressure on his neck, and has a scar from previous rough treatment.
Over the past few weeks he has adapted to a harness, and things are going well.
Baby Earl will walk in very quiet places, but lies down flat if he sees other dogs.
He needs someone to spend time with him to gain enough confidence to wag his tail and maybe one day play.
Loves his bed, especially if it has a teddy in it for company.
Unfortunately, Baby Earl also has a habit of counter surfing, so food is never left out.
Taz and Baby Earl have both had a hard life so far and deserve a better one.
They will need a home that is quiet, and a family with lots of patience and love to give.
Neither are cat friendly.
Currently in foster care in Ireland.
JESSIE
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Laid back, 5 year old, black female.
Jessie has spent most of her life in kennels and isn't used to getting lots of attention, so soaks up any bit you give her.
She gets on no problem with the other greyhounds in the kennels and walks nicely on the lead.
Jessie is going to relish her home comforts once she finds her forever family.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
TED
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2 year old, large, fawn boy with white markings and an unusual black muzzle.
Ted is a chunky boy, strong on the lead, and can be lively when meeting the local canine population.
However, he behaved like a gentleman on his first walk with one of the ladies in our pack!
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
BEAU
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Friendly, 3 year old, fawn female.
Beau loves people and has a waggy tail for everyone who comes to her kennel.
She adores getting fussed over and would stand for her cuddles all day long if she could!
We feel Beau might be better as an only dog as she can get grumpy if other dogs invade her space or go near her food.
She will not be suitable for a home with very young children.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
PEG & SCHOLES
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5 year old greyhounds who are brother and sister, and looking for a home together.
Peg is the white and fawn girl and Scholes is the black boy.
Though they look like a bit of an odd couple, they get on fantastically together and we dont have the heart to split them up.
Both are well-rounded, friendly dogs who love to give cuddles and walk beautifully on the lead.
They also enjoy playing with each other, and will keep each other occupied when left alone.
Neither have experienced living in a home before, having spent their entire lives in kennels.
Do you have a sofa big enough for two?
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
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Laid back, 5 year old, black female.
Jessie has spent most of her life in kennels and isn't used to getting lots of attention, so soaks up any bit you give her.
She gets on no problem with the other greyhounds in the kennels and walks nicely on the lead.
Jessie is going to relish her home comforts once she finds her forever family.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
TED
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2 year old, large, fawn boy with white markings and an unusual black muzzle.
Ted is a chunky boy, strong on the lead, and can be lively when meeting the local canine population.
However, he behaved like a gentleman on his first walk with one of the ladies in our pack!
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
BEAU
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Friendly, 3 year old, fawn female.
Beau loves people and has a waggy tail for everyone who comes to her kennel.
She adores getting fussed over and would stand for her cuddles all day long if she could!
We feel Beau might be better as an only dog as she can get grumpy if other dogs invade her space or go near her food.
She will not be suitable for a home with very young children.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
PEG & SCHOLES
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5 year old greyhounds who are brother and sister, and looking for a home together.
Peg is the white and fawn girl and Scholes is the black boy.
Though they look like a bit of an odd couple, they get on fantastically together and we dont have the heart to split them up.
Both are well-rounded, friendly dogs who love to give cuddles and walk beautifully on the lead.
They also enjoy playing with each other, and will keep each other occupied when left alone.
Neither have experienced living in a home before, having spent their entire lives in kennels.
Do you have a sofa big enough for two?
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
SAMMY
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*UPDATED JUNE 2010*
*RESERVED FOR BELGIUM*
Gorgeous, 3 year old, blue male.
Sammy is a truly stunning boy with striking eyes and a satin-soft coat that is in wonderful condition.
He is a smaller male, measuring 27 inches to the shoulder.
Sammy has settled nicely into our kennels now and his little personality is shining through.
He is a placid, good natured dog and tends to take everything in his stride.
Loves being around people, greets you with a waggy tail, and absolutely loves getting his chin scratched!
He is a leaner too, and likes to rest against your leg whilst you pet him.
Sammy especially enjoys his walks, travels well in the car, and is a dream to walk on the lead.
Has met a variety of different dogs, including a small shih tzu, without any problems.
Likes to give a quirky little yodle when he needs to go out, and after that he settles down happily again.
Sammy adores his meals, so anyone who has a treat at hand quickly becomes his new best friend!
He has a calm personality and is going to make a superb companion for someone.
Unfortunately, Sammy is not cat friendly.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
CHINA
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*UPDATED JUNE 2010*
Beautiful, 3 year old, fawn & white girl.
China is fairly tall for a female greyhound, but is slender in build and curls up small.
She is quite timid, but she is starting to come out of herself in her foster home.
She feels more confident with other dogs around so we would like to find her a home with another dog.
When out on walks China is much more relaxed and is not bothered by noisy traffic etc, and travels well in the car.
Friendly with small dogs, but she does get very excited about cats so needs someone who can be firm with her.
China can be left alone, is clean in the house, and will make a very rewarding companion.
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Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
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*UPDATED JUNE 2010*
*RESERVED FOR BELGIUM*
Gorgeous, 3 year old, blue male.
Sammy is a truly stunning boy with striking eyes and a satin-soft coat that is in wonderful condition.
He is a smaller male, measuring 27 inches to the shoulder.
Sammy has settled nicely into our kennels now and his little personality is shining through.
He is a placid, good natured dog and tends to take everything in his stride.
Loves being around people, greets you with a waggy tail, and absolutely loves getting his chin scratched!
He is a leaner too, and likes to rest against your leg whilst you pet him.
Sammy especially enjoys his walks, travels well in the car, and is a dream to walk on the lead.
Has met a variety of different dogs, including a small shih tzu, without any problems.
Likes to give a quirky little yodle when he needs to go out, and after that he settles down happily again.
Sammy adores his meals, so anyone who has a treat at hand quickly becomes his new best friend!
He has a calm personality and is going to make a superb companion for someone.
Unfortunately, Sammy is not cat friendly.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
CHINA
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*UPDATED JUNE 2010*
Beautiful, 3 year old, fawn & white girl.
China is fairly tall for a female greyhound, but is slender in build and curls up small.
She is quite timid, but she is starting to come out of herself in her foster home.
She feels more confident with other dogs around so we would like to find her a home with another dog.
When out on walks China is much more relaxed and is not bothered by noisy traffic etc, and travels well in the car.
Friendly with small dogs, but she does get very excited about cats so needs someone who can be firm with her.
China can be left alone, is clean in the house, and will make a very rewarding companion.
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Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: bronwen@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
BLUE
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Gorgeous lurcher girl with stunning blue eyes and beautiful merle type markings.
Blue is approx 1-2 years old, and has recently had a litter of pups, which have all now been adopted.
She is a real character, a very friendly happy girl with a tail that never stops wagging.
Loves to roach in her bed with all four legs in the air.
When inside the house, Blue is very well behaved and only has the odd little accident, so housetraining will be fairly easy.
She gets on well with the children, who are aged between 11 and 15 years old, and with the other resident dogs.
Blue is fully vaccinated including kennel cough, and has now been spayed.
Currently in foster care in Ireland.
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*RESERVED*
Gorgeous lurcher girl with stunning blue eyes and beautiful merle type markings.
Blue is approx 1-2 years old, and has recently had a litter of pups, which have all now been adopted.
She is a real character, a very friendly happy girl with a tail that never stops wagging.
Loves to roach in her bed with all four legs in the air.
When inside the house, Blue is very well behaved and only has the odd little accident, so housetraining will be fairly easy.
She gets on well with the children, who are aged between 11 and 15 years old, and with the other resident dogs.
Blue is fully vaccinated including kennel cough, and has now been spayed.
Currently in foster care in Ireland.
What a beautiful pair of girls, whoever homes them will be very lucky.
whoever homes them will be very lucky.
BAMBI
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*ADOPTED*
Scrummy, 6 month old, blue-brindle greyhound pup.
Bambi is a stunning little girl with a silky, soft coat and adorable flopsy ears that tend to have a mind of their own!
She has sadly been returned to us, because she has not yet learned to be clean in the house.
Now in one of our dedicated foster homes, Bambi is already starting to get the housetraining idea.
Bambi is a delight to be around - extremely friendly, playful and affectionate.
She is currently living with other dogs, children and cats, and gets on great with them all.
Bambi is not yet neutered so her adopters will need to agree to get her spayed.
A suitable home for Bambi would be one where there is someone around for most of the time.
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*ADOPTED*
Scrummy, 6 month old, blue-brindle greyhound pup.
Bambi is a stunning little girl with a silky, soft coat and adorable flopsy ears that tend to have a mind of their own!
She has sadly been returned to us, because she has not yet learned to be clean in the house.
Now in one of our dedicated foster homes, Bambi is already starting to get the housetraining idea.
Bambi is a delight to be around - extremely friendly, playful and affectionate.
She is currently living with other dogs, children and cats, and gets on great with them all.
Bambi is not yet neutered so her adopters will need to agree to get her spayed.
A suitable home for Bambi would be one where there is someone around for most of the time.
JERRY
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Gentle, 4 year old, black boy.
Jerry is laid back, well mannered, very friendly and content.
Loves being around people and will stand beside you all day long if you are offering ear rubs!
He walks good on the lead, travels very well and gets on brilliantly with other dogs.
Jerry severed his achilles tendon (not a racing related injury) in May last year and had an operation in Dublin.
He was in a home convalescing for 6 months, during that time he was the perfect patient.
This injury is now fully healed and poses no further problems.
Likes to roach on his back after his walks and we know Jerry is going to relish being back in a home again.
He's a great dog and deserves a good and loving retirement.
Jerry is not cat friendly.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
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Gentle, 4 year old, black boy.
Jerry is laid back, well mannered, very friendly and content.
Loves being around people and will stand beside you all day long if you are offering ear rubs!
He walks good on the lead, travels very well and gets on brilliantly with other dogs.
Jerry severed his achilles tendon (not a racing related injury) in May last year and had an operation in Dublin.
He was in a home convalescing for 6 months, during that time he was the perfect patient.
This injury is now fully healed and poses no further problems.
Likes to roach on his back after his walks and we know Jerry is going to relish being back in a home again.
He's a great dog and deserves a good and loving retirement.
Jerry is not cat friendly.
Currently in kennels in Ireland.
SPRITE
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**EXPERIENCED HOME REQUIRED**
*RESERVED*
Sprite has made some huge steps over the past eight and half months in his foster home. However, he will need to be adopted into a very experienced home. Below is what his foster family have to say about him:
Sprite was totally neurotic when he came to us, he trusted nobody, was very aggressive, totally stressed out, in pain with tooth ache, and used his strength to maintain dominance. We are immensely proud of Sprite's achievements, he is now a 'normal' beautiful loving dog, who loves to play, is quick to learn new commands, obedient, clean in the house, and has good manners. He now allows us to handle him, without a muzzle, to clip his nails, grooming, clean his teeth etc. Ideally his forever home would be with people who are at home most of the day, he would possibly accept a female companion, but definitely no cats, small dogs, or small children. He may be ok with older children 15 years plus, who are taught how to approach and handle him. Sprite does have issues of how he is approached, it has to be done in a manner that allows him to 'come to you', he does not tolerate anybody coming over the top of him, or trying to 'hug' him. He tends to do this more so to strangers who invade 'his personal space', we no longer have this problem with him as he trusts us, this of course comes with time, lots of love and commitment.
He is a lot better on the lead (still occasionally twizzling on his back legs). We can now walk past most large dogs without lunging at them, he does get tense when he goes out for a walk, which is fear related - gentle talking and reassuring him does help, and this is definitely getting better. He is also frightened of gunshot and fireworks.
We feel that anyone who wants to adopt Sprite needs to come and meet him a few times before he is permanently re-homed, if possible take him out for walks, to earn his trust and to understand that he still has problems that have to be overcome. He needs to be placed with experienced people who can continue his training and socialisation.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: jill@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
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**EXPERIENCED HOME REQUIRED**
*RESERVED*
Sprite has made some huge steps over the past eight and half months in his foster home. However, he will need to be adopted into a very experienced home. Below is what his foster family have to say about him:
Sprite was totally neurotic when he came to us, he trusted nobody, was very aggressive, totally stressed out, in pain with tooth ache, and used his strength to maintain dominance. We are immensely proud of Sprite's achievements, he is now a 'normal' beautiful loving dog, who loves to play, is quick to learn new commands, obedient, clean in the house, and has good manners. He now allows us to handle him, without a muzzle, to clip his nails, grooming, clean his teeth etc. Ideally his forever home would be with people who are at home most of the day, he would possibly accept a female companion, but definitely no cats, small dogs, or small children. He may be ok with older children 15 years plus, who are taught how to approach and handle him. Sprite does have issues of how he is approached, it has to be done in a manner that allows him to 'come to you', he does not tolerate anybody coming over the top of him, or trying to 'hug' him. He tends to do this more so to strangers who invade 'his personal space', we no longer have this problem with him as he trusts us, this of course comes with time, lots of love and commitment.
He is a lot better on the lead (still occasionally twizzling on his back legs). We can now walk past most large dogs without lunging at them, he does get tense when he goes out for a walk, which is fear related - gentle talking and reassuring him does help, and this is definitely getting better. He is also frightened of gunshot and fireworks.
We feel that anyone who wants to adopt Sprite needs to come and meet him a few times before he is permanently re-homed, if possible take him out for walks, to earn his trust and to understand that he still has problems that have to be overcome. He needs to be placed with experienced people who can continue his training and socialisation.
Currently in foster care in Norfolk.
Contact: jill@kerrygreyhounds.co.uk
Tel: 075000 62648
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