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James River Greyhounds

Dog rescue in Richmond, VA

James River Greyhounds is a non-profit organization dedicated to finding responsible, caring homes for retired racing greyhounds. Since 1989, we have found "forever homes" for more than 1200 greyhounds - and counting! We are now partnered with Greyt Love Retirement (GLR) to bring even more greyhounds into the region! GLR provides a shelter to foster greyhounds while they await their forever homes.

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Phone (804) 527-3584
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Address
P.O. Box 70811
Richmond, VA 23255
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Rescue FAQs

Richmond, Charlottesville, Williamsburg, Central Virginia

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Home Check
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

All Adoptions Include:
Spay or neuter (including vet exam)
Heartworm blood test and prevention
Rabies vaccination
DHPPC vaccination
Dental care
Thorough deworming with Drontal Plus
Flea & tick preventative
Ears cleaned, nails clipped & groomed
Transportation from track kennel to Richmond
Adoption Kit with the following:
Martingale collar and matching 6 foot lead - designed specifically for sighthounds
Track muzzle, dental kit
Toy & compressed rawhide bone

Adoption application

http://www.jamesrivergreyhounds.org/application

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