Grab your best Red, White & Blue gear (human AND hound) and come see the greyhounds at Paws Around Town/Northpark Mall this Saturday from 12:00 - 3:00!
Paws Around Town is a pet boutique located in Northpark Mall on the corner of 122nd & N. May Ave in OKC. Well behaved leashed pets are most certainly welcome!
Happy 4th of July!!
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Give Back Day @ Rococo was a big success!
Thanks to all who were able to support our fundraising efforts on Monday at Rococo Restaurant in OKC. We raised over $225.00 all of which will go directly to our foster greyhounds for vetting, food, bedding and medical supplies! HUGE thanks to Kim Collins for helping us set up this event!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
3 events to choose from this weekend!
Our weekend is chock-full of fun events for you, your family and your greyhounds! We love to host a variety of events in exciting venues in order to reach different people about the opportunity to adopt a retired racing greyhound. Come one, come all!
Saturday, June 26th
OSU-OKC Farmers' Market
400 N. Portland Ave. - Horticulture Pavilion
8:00 - 10:00 AM
Bring your own greyhound or volunteer to pick up a foster greyhound in order to increase their chances of becoming adopted! Support local farmers and buy 'Made In Oklahoma' products!!
Paws Around Town/Northpark Mall
122nd & May Ave., OKC
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Bring your greyhound(s) to spread the word about what greyt pets they make- all friendly & quiet greyhounds welcome! Paws Around Town is located in the northeast wing of Northpark Mall.
Norman Petsmart
660 Ed Noble Pkwy., Norman, OK
12:00 - 2:00 PM
We are looking to increase our presence in the Norman area- visit our Norman Petsmart show & tell and support Ri Terefta as she educates the citizens of Norman what greyt pets greyhounds make!
As always, you can find an up-to-date event calendar at the bottom of this blog AND on our website. Sign up for our Yahoo Group to receive e-mail reminders about our upcoming recurring and special events!
Saturday, June 26th
OSU-OKC Farmers' Market
400 N. Portland Ave. - Horticulture Pavilion
8:00 - 10:00 AM
Bring your own greyhound or volunteer to pick up a foster greyhound in order to increase their chances of becoming adopted! Support local farmers and buy 'Made In Oklahoma' products!!
Paws Around Town/Northpark Mall
122nd & May Ave., OKC
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Bring your greyhound(s) to spread the word about what greyt pets they make- all friendly & quiet greyhounds welcome! Paws Around Town is located in the northeast wing of Northpark Mall.
Norman Petsmart
660 Ed Noble Pkwy., Norman, OK
12:00 - 2:00 PM
We are looking to increase our presence in the Norman area- visit our Norman Petsmart show & tell and support Ri Terefta as she educates the citizens of Norman what greyt pets greyhounds make!
As always, you can find an up-to-date event calendar at the bottom of this blog AND on our website. Sign up for our Yahoo Group to receive e-mail reminders about our upcoming recurring and special events!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Keep your dog safe this 4th of July
The 4th of July is great fun for humans, but it can be a scary time for your 4 legged friends. To some dogs, fireworks and the sounds they make can cause great fear and anxiety. It seems like people start setting of fireworks earlier and earlier each year. The following tips from http://www.dogtime.com/ will help keep your furry friend happy and healthy for the holiday weekend (and the weeks before!):
*Keep your dog inside, and if possible do not leave him alone in the house.
*If you will be gone, close your windows and turn on the radio/TV in order to drown out the noise of the fireworks
*Make sure he has access to his crate or safe place if he does become afraid.
*Give him treats occasionally to soothe him and reward for remaining calm.
*Do not change your routine or seem anxious, we all know our dogs take cues from our behavior and if we remain upbeat and positive they will feel comfortable.
*Walk your dogs early in the morning rather than late at night, as people are less likely to be experimenting with fireworks at that time.
Please do NOT take your greyhound to a fireworks show unless you are 100% certain they are familiar and comfortable with the sights and sounds. If they were to become frightened by the fireworks and make a sudden run for it, it is unlikely you will be able to catch them as the fireworks show will not stop while you look for your pet. Leave your greyhound at home with the windows shut and soothing music playing to drown out the sounds, your dog will thank you!
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Attend "Give Back Day" @ Rococo- Tomorrow!!
Monday, June 21st Rococo Restaurant in OKC will be donating 10% of ALL SALES starting at 11am when they open. This promotion lasts until the last person leaves. The kitchen closes at 10pm but the bar stays open until you leave! To-Go orders count too!!
Thirst Wine Merchants (http://thirstwine.com/) will also be offering a wine table @ Rococo with $20 wine tastings. Every cent of this goes to help greyhounds find homes after retirement. How could you say no??
Please encurage your family, friends & coworkers to stop by for lunch, dinner or HAPPY HOUR. This would be a great opportunity to get your coworkers together after a boring Monday and help greyhounds in need at the same time.
Rococo Restaurant & Fine Wine (http://rococo-restaurant.com/) is located at 2824 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in OKC. The menu is diverse along with carefully selected wines, spirits and beer. They are known for their larger-than-life crabcakes. In fact, on June 21st, the proceeds raised from the sale of one crabcake will feed a greyhound for 2 days. Hel-lo?!
Mark your calendar & we'll see you there!
Thirst Wine Merchants (http://thirstwine.com/) will also be offering a wine table @ Rococo with $20 wine tastings. Every cent of this goes to help greyhounds find homes after retirement. How could you say no??
Please encurage your family, friends & coworkers to stop by for lunch, dinner or HAPPY HOUR. This would be a great opportunity to get your coworkers together after a boring Monday and help greyhounds in need at the same time.
Rococo Restaurant & Fine Wine (http://rococo-restaurant.com/) is located at 2824 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in OKC. The menu is diverse along with carefully selected wines, spirits and beer. They are known for their larger-than-life crabcakes. In fact, on June 21st, the proceeds raised from the sale of one crabcake will feed a greyhound for 2 days. Hel-lo?!
Mark your calendar & we'll see you there!
Friday, June 18, 2010
HOH still taking garage sale donations!
Hounds of the Heartland will be collecting items for our October 9th garage sale throughout the summer and early fall months! Whether you have one item or 20 boxes- we’ll take it! You can either store it in your garage or we can store it for you; drop it off or we’ll come pick it up! You’d be surprised at all the things that are collecting dust in your attic, basement or garage! Here are some suggestions for easy items to donate:
Books
VHS or DVD
Electronics
Cell Phone Chargers
Dishes & Kitchen Utensils
Small Appliances
Furniture & Lamps
Dog crates, bedding, toys, etc.
Children’s toys
Luggage
Shoes and Coats (preferably no other clothing)
100% of the proceeds from this garage sale will go directly to the care of our foster greyhounds. Your donation is tax deductible and we are glad to provide a donation letter to you.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
A1 Pet Emporium - this Saturday!
Join us for a greyhound Show & Tell at A1 Pet Emporium this Saturday from 2-5 PM.
We will have Austin at this event, showing him off and looking for his new loving home! For more information about Austin, check out his Spotlight!
A1 Pet Emporium is located on the NW Corner of Britton & May Avenue in Oklahoma City. Check out their website and info at http://a1petemporium.com/
See you there!
We will have Austin at this event, showing him off and looking for his new loving home! For more information about Austin, check out his Spotlight!
A1 Pet Emporium is located on the NW Corner of Britton & May Avenue in Oklahoma City. Check out their website and info at http://a1petemporium.com/
See you there!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Spring Fling has been rescheduled!
We have set a new date for our Not-So-Spring Fling: Saturday, July 10th!
It's a time to get together with other greyhound owners and foster families, compare notes and brag a little! Who doesn't love that?
2nd Annual "Spring Fling" Gathering
Saturday, July 10th
6:30 pm - dark
Susan Albertson's House: 8000 Tammy Cir., OKC, OK
Click Here for a Map!
Dr. Jim Lee will be our guest speaker--speaking about greyhounds, of course!
There will be a raffle [tickets to be purchased], a drawing for door prizes AND a supervised dog run!
What to bring?
Yourself, blankets or lawn chair, greyhound(s) [if applicable!]
We will provide:
Beverages for humans AND dogs as well as muzzles for the dog run!
Please arrive on time as the gates will be locked once the supervised dog run has begun.
Please RSVP to greytdogs71@yahoo.com for a people & paw count!
Can't wait to see you all there!!
It's a time to get together with other greyhound owners and foster families, compare notes and brag a little! Who doesn't love that?
2nd Annual "Spring Fling" Gathering
Saturday, July 10th
6:30 pm - dark
Susan Albertson's House: 8000 Tammy Cir., OKC, OK
Click Here for a Map!
Dr. Jim Lee will be our guest speaker--speaking about greyhounds, of course!
There will be a raffle [tickets to be purchased], a drawing for door prizes AND a supervised dog run!
What to bring?
Yourself, blankets or lawn chair, greyhound(s) [if applicable!]
We will provide:
Beverages for humans AND dogs as well as muzzles for the dog run!
Please arrive on time as the gates will be locked once the supervised dog run has begun.
Please RSVP to greytdogs71@yahoo.com for a people & paw count!
Can't wait to see you all there!!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Monthly Dog Park Gatherings!
Want to meet other Greyhounds and their parents?
Greyhound Get-Togethers will be regular monthly gatherings to allow our greyhounds and their owners to meet in an informal setting and to give the dogs a chance to see their buddies and stretch their legs. No need to RSVP, and no tables, supplies or adoption literature to keep track of. We’ll meet around 7:00, but it will be a come-and-go event. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for other dog park visitors to see the greyhounds in a natural environment, and to get acquainted with the breed.
Mark your Calendar:
June 13th
July 11th
August 8th
September 12th
October 10th
When: 2nd Sunday of every month at 7:00pm. The first gathering will be June 13th.
Where: Paw Park at Grand Blvd. and Hefner Parkway. http://www.pawok.com/
If the temperature is above 90 degrees we will postpone to 8:00pm.
Note: some irresponsible dog owners occasionally allow their small dogs to roam in the “big dog” area at the park. Please keep this in mind if your dog is known to be aggressive toward smaller dogs. We will do our best to educate these people about greyhounds and their natural instincts.
Also, there is a pond at this dog park so we will need to keep an eye on the greyhounds to make sure they don’t dive in the deep end. Bring a towel in case your greyhound does get wet. Throw a swimsuit in, too, in case you have to dive in after your greyhound! ;)
Greyhound Get-Togethers will be regular monthly gatherings to allow our greyhounds and their owners to meet in an informal setting and to give the dogs a chance to see their buddies and stretch their legs. No need to RSVP, and no tables, supplies or adoption literature to keep track of. We’ll meet around 7:00, but it will be a come-and-go event. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for other dog park visitors to see the greyhounds in a natural environment, and to get acquainted with the breed.
Mark your Calendar:
June 13th
July 11th
August 8th
September 12th
October 10th
When: 2nd Sunday of every month at 7:00pm. The first gathering will be June 13th.
Where: Paw Park at Grand Blvd. and Hefner Parkway. http://www.pawok.com/
If the temperature is above 90 degrees we will postpone to 8:00pm.
Note: some irresponsible dog owners occasionally allow their small dogs to roam in the “big dog” area at the park. Please keep this in mind if your dog is known to be aggressive toward smaller dogs. We will do our best to educate these people about greyhounds and their natural instincts.
Also, there is a pond at this dog park so we will need to keep an eye on the greyhounds to make sure they don’t dive in the deep end. Bring a towel in case your greyhound does get wet. Throw a swimsuit in, too, in case you have to dive in after your greyhound! ;)
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Enjoy the "Dog Days of Summer" on Saturday, June 19th!
Join HOH for the “Dog Days of Summer” gathering at Copperlake Estates in Edmond! Hounds of the Heartland is an official sponsor of the event and would love to show up with as many greyhounds as we can to hand out brochures and show off what greyt pets they make! There will be a showing of Lady and the Tramp on a floating big screen and homemade spaghetti & meatballs to top it off! Tell your family, friends & coworkers about this fun evening opportunity!
Saturday, June 19th
4:00 – 8:00 pm
1225 Lakeshore Drive
Edmond, OK 73013 (near 15th & Kelly)
All to benefit Paws For Life in association with Edmond Animal Welfare.
http://wimgo.com/edmond-ok/dog-days-of-summer/events/129000
Note: Our regularly scheduled 63rd & May Petsmart Event will be cancelled this month due to the Dog Days of Summer event. We’ll see you by the lake!
Thanks to all our volunteers and donors for your interest and support!
Saturday, June 19th
4:00 – 8:00 pm
1225 Lakeshore Drive
Edmond, OK 73013 (near 15th & Kelly)
All to benefit Paws For Life in association with Edmond Animal Welfare.
http://wimgo.com/edmond-ok/dog-days-of-summer/events/129000
Note: Our regularly scheduled 63rd & May Petsmart Event will be cancelled this month due to the Dog Days of Summer event. We’ll see you by the lake!
Thanks to all our volunteers and donors for your interest and support!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Greyhounds mentioned in Parade's "Ask Marilyn!"
We love receiving submissions from our readers. Roger & Candee Scott submitted this article they read in the May 23, 2010 issue of Parade Magazine's 'Ask Marilyn' Column. It is so true- don't you think?
http://www.parade.com/askmarilyn/2010/05/Sundays-Column-05-23-10.html
Sunday's Column - May 23, 2010
Why do auto companies make cars that can exceed 160 mph when the limit on most U.S. highways is 75 mph or less? —Michael Boerman, Caledonia, Mich.
For the same reason they feature stunt-driving in their commercials: Many people think it’s cool to own a high-performance car, regardless of whether they can legally (or safely) test its limits. It’s like having a greyhound as a pet even though you don’t plan to race him. You love him anyway!
Anyway, extremely high-speed crashes do not account for the majority of speed-related accidents—few motorists are foolish enough to drive that fast—so you can forget about automakers cranking the speed down.
http://www.parade.com/askmarilyn/2010/05/Sundays-Column-05-23-10.html
Sunday's Column - May 23, 2010
Why do auto companies make cars that can exceed 160 mph when the limit on most U.S. highways is 75 mph or less? —Michael Boerman, Caledonia, Mich.
For the same reason they feature stunt-driving in their commercials: Many people think it’s cool to own a high-performance car, regardless of whether they can legally (or safely) test its limits. It’s like having a greyhound as a pet even though you don’t plan to race him. You love him anyway!
Anyway, extremely high-speed crashes do not account for the majority of speed-related accidents—few motorists are foolish enough to drive that fast—so you can forget about automakers cranking the speed down.
HOH in Edmond Monthly & Nichols Hills News!
Grab a free copy of the June edition of Nichols Hills News and Edmond Monthly magazine- they have showcased Hounds of the Heartland in the 'Spritz' section on page 10! We are so excited for the chance to advertise our group and what we are all about in such a well respected publication. Thanks to Keith Rinearson for the photograph and Lauren Hammack for the fabulous article!
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