{"id":90,"date":"2014-12-19T12:09:36","date_gmt":"2014-12-19T17:09:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpa-md.bobvesely.com\/wp\/?page_id=90"},"modified":"2026-04-24T17:56:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T22:56:14","slug":"about-our-dogs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/?page_id=90","title":{"rendered":"About Our Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h4>IRISH EYES ARE SM<a href=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/irisheyes.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1109 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/irisheyes-300x148.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/irisheyes-300x148.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/irisheyes.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>ILING!<\/h4>\n<p>The availability of greyhounds in the U.S. has greatly diminished for adoption groups due to racetrack closures.\u00a0 Our group has committed to transport ex-racers from Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.\u00a0 Please note &#8211; Most of the greyhounds we receive never make it on our website.\u00a0 After vetting and observation, they are adopted to those who submitted applications and have been approved.\u00a0 If you are interested in adoption, we strongly urge submitting an application now to begin the process and have access for new arrivals.\u00a0 For questions, contact us at <a href=\"mailto:info@gpa-md.com\">info@gpa-md.com<\/a>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bella.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-955\" src=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bella-300x254.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bella-300x254.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bella.jpg 568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: Bitter, Georgia, serif; font-size: 20px;\">TO <\/span><span style=\"font-family: Bitter, Georgia, serif; font-size: 20px;\">ADOPT A GREYHOUND<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a id=\"dogs\"><\/a>If you are interested in adoption, the first step is to <a href=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/?page_id=92\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">complete an application<\/a>.\u00a0 One of our representatives will then contact you and begin working with you through the entire process.\u00a0 They will be available for any questions or concerns you might have.\u00a0 For more information, call <span class=\"baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1\" style=\"white-space: nowrap;\">1-800-600-8607<\/span> or email:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:info@gpa-md.com\">info@gpa-md.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Below are just a few of our dogs. \u00a0If one does not catch your eye&#8230; there are MANY others (not shown) needing homes.\u00a0\u00a0 Before placing a Greyhound with you, we need to know as much as possible about your home environment and requirements.\u00a0 We believe all Greyhounds are wonderful.\u00a0 Each has a distinct personality, demeanor, etc.\u00a0 Our goal is to place the right hound in the right home.\u00a0 Please trust us in making a match for your family.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><em><b style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Please Note &#8211; Most of the dogs we receive never make it on our website.\u00a0 After vetting and observation, they are adopted to those who submitted applications and have been <\/b><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>approved.<\/b><\/span><b style=\"color: #ff0000;\"> \u00a0<\/b><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 97.9172%; height: 282px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/master.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1115\" src=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/master-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/master-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/master.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><strong>MASTER<\/strong> is a 4-year-old gentle, kindhearted male.\u00a0 He is a bit skittish with sudden noises and in new surroundings but is gaining confidence in a foster home with another greyhound.\u00a0 He walks well on lead, likes attention &#8211; especially ear scritches, and enjoys sleeping with a pillow.\u00a0 Master is questionable with cats, but fine with other dogs.\u00a0 An ideal home for this super sweet boy is with another greyhound and where he will get lots of love and attention.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rose.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1204\" src=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rose-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rose-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rose.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><strong><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">ADOPTED!<\/span> Rose<\/span><\/strong> is a lovely 3 year old female doing well in a foster home.\u00a0 This sweet lady is not cat or small dog workable but enjoys being with other greyhounds and pleasing everyone she meets.\u00a0 She is confident and friendly and would also be fine as an only dog.\u00a0 <strong><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 99.8387%; text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\">\n<h5><em><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>More greyhounds arriving soon!!<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7736%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 47.0651%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/www.emailmeform.com\/builder\/form\/be7wCT1EOYU4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ONLINE APPLICAT<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.emailmeform.com\/builder\/form\/be7wCT1EOYU4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ION<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>To start the process, fill out the <a href=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/?page_id=92\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">application<\/a> or contact us at (800) 600-8607.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; IRISH EYES ARE SMILING! The availability of greyhounds in the U.S. has greatly diminished for adoption groups due to racetrack closures.\u00a0 Our group has committed to transport ex-racers from Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.\u00a0 Please note &#8211; Most of the greyhounds we receive never make it on our website.\u00a0 After vetting and observation, they &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/?page_id=90\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">About Our Dogs<\/span> <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":303,"parent":5,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-90","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/90","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=90"}],"version-history":[{"count":303,"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/90\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1253,"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/90\/revisions\/1253"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/303"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gpa-md.com\/wp\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=90"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}