Our Mission
Every Greyhound in the Right Home ~ Every Home With The Right Support!
Our Vital Statistics
Date of Origin: December 19, 1997
Date of Incorporation: September 9, 1998
Number of Adoptions: 783 as of 12.31.08
Number of Foster Homes: around 15
Number of Available Dogs: around 15
Origin of dogs: Florida, Alabama, West Virginia, and Arkansas with an emphasis on Orlando, Florida
Locations Covered: State of South Carolina and bordering areas of Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Special adoptions to farther areas including Florida and Virginia.
Adoption Fee: $250
Primary Group Vet: Dr. Jenifer Dixon DVM & Staff, Clinton Animal Hospital, Clinton, SC (864)833.2487
Satellite Vets: Charleston, Greenville, N. Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, Florence, Anderson and Augusta, Georgia.
Average Adoption Wait Period: 1-2 weeks
Tax Status: SC incorporated non-profit charity since 1998; 501C3 Federal Tax Exempt as of December 21, 2004.
What does GC stand for?
We Believe:
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In helping every greyhound who needs us, regardless of AKC, NGA or original place of adoption.
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In the equality of love, without discrimination to race, creed, national origin, or belief.
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In the formation of a group based on support, guidance, and fun for all members.
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In knowing each of our prospective families & each of our available dogs, then to the best of our ability make the best possible match.
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In creating a warm, friendly group for our families to stay in touch & grow together.
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Providing an opportunity for every member to be involved as much as they wish, using their own skills, abilities, and resources.
What is the official GC opinion on Racing?
We are Pro-Greyhound, Racing Neutral, Anti-Abuse
Through the years at GC, we have come to the realization that although racing isn't perfect we can do more good by working WITH the industry than against it. We've built up a good working relationship with owners, trainers, farms and kennels in FL and continue to do so, believing this gives up the opportunity to help greyhounds in the best way possible. We take no official stand on racing and instead encourage our volunteers and members to do their own research and form their own opinions about this controversial subject. Our only requirement is that when officially representing GC, they must remain neutral when discussing this with the public. Among our members we have families who regularly attend races when they can, as well as members who are proud to be active with PETA. In the end the truth is that abuse happens everywhere....among racing folks just as among the 'rest of the world'. We are against abuse, wherever it happens, and for greyhounds, wherever they are found. As such we accept all NGA greyhounds, as well as AKC dogs, with equal welcome regardless of their original location or previous adoption history.
We Have Participated In:
Spring Festivals in Spartanburg and Greenwood, SC
Carolina Renaissance Festival in Charlotte, NC
Georgia Renaissance Festival near Atlanta GA
Harley-Davidson of Greenville for their Annual Anniversary
Upstate Companion Animal Festival in Spartanburg, SC
Local Christmas and St. Patrick's Day Parades
AKC Dog Shows in Spartanburg and Greenville, SC
Humane Society Pooch Parade in Anderson, SC
Obedience and Agility Training Events
Piedmont Tech College Volunteer Celebration in Greenwood, SC
Home Football Game Meet and Greets in Clemson, SC
Pet Store grand opening celebrations
Star Fort Annual Candlelight Tour in Ninety-Six, SC
Wellness Celebration in Greenwood, SC
Greenwood Humane Society Pet Expo in Greenwood, SC
Greenville Humane Society Grand Opening in Greenville, SC
International Festival of Clemson in Clemson, SC
Return to the Green Irish Festival in Greenville, SC
Great Scot Parade in Greenville, SC
Pet Fest America/Superdogs at the BiLo Center in Greenville, SC
Annual Pet Expos in Greenwood, SC
St. Francis Pet Blessing annual celebrations
Official Mascot of the Greenville Greyhounds Football Team
Freedom Weekend Aloft in Simpsonville, South Carolina
American Biker Grand Opening in Greenville, SC
Spring Fling, Man's Best Friend Resort in Greenville, SC
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