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> Subject: GREYHOUND-L Digest - 15 May 2001 - Special issue (#2001-640)
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> There are 10 messages totalling 489 lines in this issue.
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> Topics in this special issue:
>
> 1. SPECIAL: Dogs Needing a Group - PLEASE
> 2. Special, help, resources;
> 3. ADMIN: New Virus, please pay attention
> 4. MEDICAL: Hot spot remedies
> 5. ADMIN: Adopter Warning
> 6. chat: how to show off your dogs
> 7. ISO: Pam Lewis
> 8. SPECIAL: AZ GUR?
> 9. EVENT: GEM Spring Picnic Invitation
> 10. Chat: Kansas Farm Dogs
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> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 11:27:30 -0700
> From: Lynda Adame <adamel@APPLIQUE.DH.TRW.COM>
> Subject: SPECIAL: Dogs Needing a Group - PLEASE
>
> May 15, 2001 7:30am (Central)
>
> Requesting Your Help With Greyhound Placement
>
> Within the last 24hours a small group of dogs moved from Birmingham to
> Victoryland, Alabama. It was understood that all of these dogs were to
> continue their racing career. Due to an unfortunate communication error,
> between 6 and 8 of these fine dogs were scheduled for retirement, not for
> racing. The generosity of the kennel operators and trainers at Victoryland
> has been overwhelming. Instead of returning the dogs to Birmingham they
> agreed to care for this small group of dogs until they were taken in to a
> quality adoption program.
>
> Here's where we need your help. Put the word out and help take action on
> this situation. Please understand these dogs are all in fine condition, are
> being well fed and are under the best of care by the trainers and kennel
> operators at Victoryland. However, it is a financial burden on these fine
> people to care for another kennel's retired greyhounds.
>
> The key man at Victoryland is Kennel Operator Robert Lambert. Bob is a good
> man and has taken these beautiful dogs under his care until someone in the
> adoption community can help. Bob has given me his phone number so that you
> may contact him directly. Please call Bob at 334-430-4537.
>
> We need your help. Just as Robert Lampert and the generous trainers and
> kennel operators at Victoryland have stepped up to care for these retired
> racers, now we need the adoption community to step up and take these
> beautiful dogs in to the loving homes they deserve.
>
> Kindest Regards,
> John Empson
> V.P. Northern Lights Greyhound Adoption
> Minneapolis, Minnesota
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 12:43:17 -0500
> From: "Oland, Donna K" <DOland@FSSA.STATE.IN.US>
> Subject: Special, help, resources;
>
> Permission to cross post given
>
> Thanks, Donna
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: John Empson [mailto:johne@broadviewmedia.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2001 12:31 PM
> To: 'doland@fssa.state.in.us'
> Subject:
>
>
> May 15, 2001 7:30am (Central)
>
> Requesting Your Help With Greyhound Placement
>
> Within the last 24hours a small group of dogs moved from Birmingham to
> Victoryland, Alabama. It was understood that all of these dogs were to
> continue their racing career. Due to an unfortunate communication error,
> between 6 and 8 of these fine dogs were scheduled for retirement, not for
> racing. The generosity of the kennel operators and trainers at Victoryland
> has been overwhelming. Instead of returning the dogs to Birmingham they
> agreed to care for this small group of dogs until they were taken in to a
> quality adoption program.
>
> Here's where we need your help. Put the word out and help take action on
> this situation. Please understand these dogs are all in fine condition, are
> being well fed and are under the best of care by the trainers and kennel
> operators at Victoryland. However, it is a financial burden on these fine
> people to care for another kennel's retired greyhounds.
>
> The key man at Victoryland is Kennel Operator Robert Lambert. Bob is a good
> man and has taken these beautiful dogs under his care until someone in the
> adoption community can help. Bob has given me his phone number so that you
> may contact him directly. Please call Bob at 334-430-4537.
>
> We need your help. Just as Robert Lampert and the generous trainers and
> kennel operators at Victoryland have stepped up to care for these retired
> racers, now we need the adoption community to step up and take these
> beautiful dogs in to the loving homes they deserve.
>
> Kindest Regards,
> John Empson
> V.P. Northern Lights Greyhound Adoption
> Minneapolis, Minnesota
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 11:45:44 -0700
> From: Lynda Adame <adamel@APPLIQUE.DH.TRW.COM>
> Subject: ADMIN: New Virus, please pay attention
>
> Hi -
>
> I'm pointing this new one out, in particular,
> because it disguises itself as a virus warning
> message from Symantec:
>
> "The worm, called VBS.Hard.A@mm, shows up in users' in-boxes disguised as a
> virus alert from antivirus firm Symantec Corp, the company said in a virus
> alert.
>
> With a subject line reading "FW: Symantec Anti-Virus Warning" and an
> attachment
> bearing the name "www.symantec.com.vbs," the relatively innocuous worm, like
> many other recent worms, is written in Microsoft Corp.'s Visual Basic script
> (VBS) and propagates through the company's Outlook Express e-mail client. The
> e-mail carrying the worm is sent by "F. Jones," who the e-mail identifies as a
> Symantec senior developer."
>
> Here is Symantec's web page on the virus -
>
> http://www.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/vbs.hard.a@mm.html
>
> Notice that the subject line has a FW: in it, that should catch your eye.
> Please be very carefull if you use Outlook Express or MS Outlook. It it
> hasn't been done already, a good way to keep from getting it is to disable VBS
> scripts by following the directions below:
>
>
> How to turn off VBS files in Windows 9x and NT
>
> http://www.zdnet.com/zdhelp/stories/main/0,5594,2568111,00.html
>
> ---- Windows 95 ----
> Note: Not all users of Windows 95 will have Windows Scripting Host
> installed. It is available on editions of Windows 95 SR-2 and later. It might
> also have been installed separately or along with Internet Explorer 5.0 or
> later.
>
> Open"My Computer"
> Select"View/Options"
> Clickon File Types tab
> FindVBScript Script File
> SelectRemove
> ClickOK
>
> ---- Windows 98 ----
> Clickon Start (the button on lower left of your Windows desktop).
> Clickon Settings
> ChoseControl Panel
> Clickon Add/Remove
> Chosethe Windows Setup tab
> Clickon Accessories to obtain details
> UncheckWindows Scripting Host if it is checked.
> Clickon OK to save any changes
>
> ---- Windows NT ----
> Open"My Computer"
> Select"View/Options"
> Clickon File Types tab
> FindVBScript Script File
> SelectRemove
> ClickOK
>
> ---- Windows 2000 ----
> Open"My Computer"
> Select"Tools/Folder Options"
> Clickon File Types tab
> FindVBScript Script File
> SelectDelete
> ClickOK
>
> Lynda
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 15:15:46 -0400
> From: Nancy Beach <romansperson@DOG.COM>
> Subject: MEDICAL: Hot spot remedies
>
> Does anyone have any good remedies for hot spots? I've searched the archives
> and not really found much.
>
> I've been alternating between Bag Balm and hydrocortisone cream for a spot
> Idol's got on his butt. Someone suggested an infusion of peppermint-flavored
> green tea, sprayed on several times a day. Hey, I'll try anything once - and
> even if it doesn't work, he'll smell good and we can use the remainder of the
> tea bags for the use in which they were intended <g>.
>
> Nancy in Hillsborough, NC
>
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> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 12:48:36 -0700
> From: Lynda Adame <greyhoundadmin@ABAP.ORG>
> Subject: ADMIN: Adopter Warning
>
> Hi -
>
>> From the Sighthound-l list:
>
> This past weekend I rescued a basenji from a couple and the dog was so
> mentally disturbed from the long term abuse it had received it had to be
> put down within a short time after I had received him. I heard this couple
> is considering a greyhound now.
>
> Please e-mail me privately and I will give you name and address. These
> people DO NOT NEED A DOG!!! The man is abusive and when I received the
> basenji, the woman told me the dog was terrified of all men. The dog had
> been physically abused as well.
>
> Linda S. and the Oklahoma Basenji Gang of 8
> Breeder of the ONLY Basenji to win BIF, (Best in Field) at the ASFA
> International Invitational, Ch. Stilwell's Ben Hur, SC, LCM
> Check out our latest addition at his very own Website, Zande Charaza from
> Zande Basenjis in England:
> http://www.geocities.com/lstilwell.geo/Zan.html?969386364770
> http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/Zoo/3126/
> stilwell@TEXHOMA.NET
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 09:35:41 -0700
> From: bonnie baron <bonniebaron@YAHOO.COM>
> Subject: chat: how to show off your dogs
>
> how could i have forgotten my famous screensaver - a
> picture of my two boys (and i admit it . . . their
> friend the viszla) standing at attention, heads erect,
> ears pricked, watching out the front door ! ! ! !
> everyone in the office (co-workers and clients alike)
> have stopped by to see it and to ask about greys. and
> being the proud mom, boy can i talk their ears off.
> i'm proud to be known as "the greyhound lady" even if
> no one remembers my real name ! ! ! !
>
> __________________________________________________
> Do You Yahoo!?
> Yahoo! Auctions - buy the things you want at great prices
> http://auctions.yahoo.com/
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 13:16:41 -0600
> From: Black Dog Hill <koenenb@TELUSPLANET.NET>
> Subject: ISO: Pam Lewis
>
> Sorry all, still trying to track down Pam Lewis. Pam, would you please
> contact me regarding the poster auction.
>
> Thanks
> Cindy Brooks
> Northwest Canadian Greyhound League
>
> 'all my best friends live with people'
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 13:48:52 -0700
> From: Suzanne Waldenberger <suzanne@FOLKLORIST.ZZN.COM>
> Subject: SPECIAL: AZ GUR?
>
> Just got word that approximately 20 greys are coming into Tucson from
> Kansas, needing to find spots in adoption groups. All ages, I think,
> either farm dogs or youngsters that showed no promise in training.
> Since that is more than Arizona Greyhound Rescue can absorb all at
> once, I thought I'd see if any neighboring groups have space. I've
> contacted a few groups north of here, and we may be organizing a GUR
> upstate. There is also a possibility some dogs may head to
> California, but I'm not sure what the planning is on that.
>
> This is NOT an emergency. All these dogs will find safe haven. I'm
> just doing my bit to spread the word, and see where these dogs might
> be welcome. If you are within reasonable travel distance (car or
> plane, if Wings for Greyhounds can be called upon), and could take a
> few dogs, let's talk.
>
> Sukey
>
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> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 15:52:18 -0400
> From: Jessica Brez <furryfriends3@HOTMAIL.COM>
> Subject: EVENT: GEM Spring Picnic Invitation
>
> GREYTHOUNDS OF EASTERN MICHIGAN SPRING PICNIC
> =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
>
> WHEN: Saturday, June 2, 2001 from 11AM to 4PM
>
> WHERE: South Lyon, MI
>
> WHO: Greyhound owners and enthusiasts are welcome to attend a fun afternoon
> of contests, auctions, & companionship all proceeds will be used to support
> GEM's efforts to place retired racing greyhounds in permanent loving pet
> homes.
>
> WHAT: There will be a Potluck lunch, please bring a dish to pass. Our
> hounds enjoy socializing as much as we do, so be sure to bring their muzzles
> with you so they can spend time visiting in the turn out pen. Live auction,
> vendor booths and raffles will be big events, don't forget your check-book!
>
> EVENTS:
> =-=-=-=-=-=-
> 10:30 - 4:00 Blood Drive and tick-titering in conjunction with Midwest
> Animal Blood Services and Michigan State University
>
> 11:30 - 12:30 Clicker Training Demo by Nancy Bailey, renowned author.
>
> 12:00-3:00 Potluck Buffet -Bring a dish to pass, paper products will be
> provided.
>
> 1:00 - 2:30 Live Auction - featuring many fantastic items including
> wearables for you and your hound, original works of art, jewelry for you
> and your hound, fine leather goods, dog beds, and many more wonderful
> items, definitely an event you won't want to miss!
>
> 2:30 - 3:00 Greyhound Games - prizes for best smile, baldest butt, longest
> tail . . . and more . . .
>
> 3:00 Raffle Drawing- Greyhounds Across America T-Shirt Raffle. Shirts
> donated from all across the country by adoption groups, individuals &
> greyhound tracks far and wide. Let's support one another in our adoption
> efforts and promote greyhounds nationwide & worldwide!
>
> 11:00 - 4:00 The Relativity Project - Find out who your fur kid is related
> to at our Relativity display.
>
> SHOPPING:
> =-=-=-=-=-=-=-
> The following vendors will be in attendance.
> **Feathered Gems: Kathy will amaze you with her wonderful greyhound
> jewelry featuring bead work, stone, silver and gold.
>
> **Holly Fabian: Professional Pet photography, be sure to visit for a
> photo session!
>
> **Paw Prints: Fancy Collars for the sight hound, you must have a gotcha
> day coming that merits a gift like this. (Pawprints Items will be made
> available at the GEM booth)
>
> **Run With It Embroidery: Wearables for the greyhound enthusiast!
> Featuring the Crazy Greyhound Lady line.
>
> **Three Dog Bakery: Treats for your fur kids that will leave them
> "begging" for more!
>
> **Wiggles, Wags, & Whiskers: Custom dog coats & an exclusive line of
> Jeweled Necklaces & Collars including the Royal Heritage and Celtic
> Traditions collection.
>
> PLACE/CONTACT INFORMATION:
> =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
> The address is 28105 Easterling, South Lyon, MI 48178
> Contact Number prior to the event: (248) 322-4520
> Contact Number day of event (pager): (810) 204-4576
>
>
> -Jessica Brezinski
>
> **********************
> Wiggles, Wags, & Whiskers
> ~~Custom Dog Coats, Collars, Beds, & Accessories~~
> The website is up and Running!!!!
> --- http://www.wiggleswags.com ---
> ~5% of your purchase helps greyhounds go from racing to retirement.~
> **********************
>
> _________________________________________________________________
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 17:47:54 -0500
> From: Kate Bressler <kate@K8NKC.COM>
> Subject: Re: Chat: Kansas Farm Dogs
>
> At 10:44 AM 5/14/01 , Cynthia Cash wrote:
>> Also a big thanks are due to Kate Bressler and Ann
>> Peterson! This weekend they coordinated a haul of 45+-
>> Greyhounds from various Kansas farms all the way to
>> Pennsylvania. I'm wondering if we need to really start
>> looking at this "farm dog" situation. Seems most of
>> the tracks that support adoption already have programs
>> in place. The handful that don't support adoption,
>> don't have a program, probably never will and we can't
>> change that. But, where's the safety net for the farm
>> dogs? I know alot of you do take from
>> farmers/breeders, but there is such a heavy
>> concentration in Kansas and Oklahoma, two states where
>> there are not many groups, I just wonder if hauls like
>> the one Kate and Ann coordinated could continue,
>> perhaps on a regular basis? Comments?
>
>
> Hey, everybody
>
> Yes, last weekend's haul was a gigantic exercise in flexibility,
> organization and insomnia.
>
> We set up camp at Ann's house - tacked a map to the wall, ordered pizza,
> watched a movie we didn't understand <G>, let the dogs out and watched
> Bojack find the only loose board in Ann's fence, made popcorn, made a ton
> of phone calls, checked e-mail every hour, all the while tracking the
> hauler as he went 1/2 way across the continent.
>
> Although Jennifer thought it went perfectly (and we're glad it did for
> her!) ... it actually had several problems. Mostly due to my lack of
> ability to gauge Eastern Time. I apologize to the Michigan groups that were
> sent out at least an hour too early in the middle of the night.
>
> But, all in all, the haul went off really well ... 48 dogs (including ten
> seniors) from nine Kansas farms were delivered to eleven groups in six
> states in just over 36 hours. WHEW!
>
> Much of its success goes to Alane Shultz (GPA/MO) ... the person who
> handled the money part of the job. She is the reason we "landed" Rusty
> Riggin as our haul driver. Rusty made the last Camptown haul ... the main
> difference between this one and that one is the fact that his bus
> (converted, it now holds 64 dogs in individual compartments) did not break
> down. He's a great guy - and several e-mails were received about how cute
> he and his co-pilot are. :-)
>
> I think there is a place for these hauls ... maybe even three times a year.
> While we'll put together a few smaller ones this summer, we will not
> attempt another of this magnitude until the weather cools down again.
>
> In time I believe more owners will begin to trust us and we will be able to
> move more and more dogs.
>
> One dog had a recently-broken hock, the owner had said that the dog had an
> severe overbite and had a limp. Just a guess, but I think they were afraid
> that we wouldn't take the dog if we knew how bad it was. In time ...
> hopefully, owners will learn that we will take these dogs, but with more
> information we can send them to the most appropriate place. The group that
> took her, took a senior and a special needs dog, they didn't expect to get
> a broken leg, too. I'm sorry about that, too.
>
> Like almost every other endeavor, the biggest problem is funding ... we
> paid $70 a dog ... over $3000 total. We had a HUGE donation from Northcoast
> GH Support (thank you, thank you, thank you!!!) and Alane has filed for an
> AGC grant. In addition, we are asking all owners to pay something toward it.
>
> So, that's another thing to talk about ... how can funding be procured?
> We're talking $10,000 a year for just the big hauls.
>
> Any ideas?
>
> Hug those Hounds!
> Kate, Ann & Sue
> Greyhound Support in Kansas City
> aka the Awesome Auction Broads ... please visit
> http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1238088358
>
> PS: We didn't even talk about the logistics of getting photographs and
> information of 60 some dogs on all these farms and keeping a website
> (relatively) up-to-date. Thanks go out to so many people on this that if I
> started to name them, I'd forget someone really important and hurt their
> feelings .... so, if you helped in any way ...
>
> THANK YOU!!!!!!!
>
> ------------------------------
>
> End of GREYHOUND-L Digest - 15 May 2001 - Special issue (#2001-640)
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>