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AGA - Weekly Newsletter #17

2008-07-21T21:52:35Z

THREE GREYT ADOPTIONS THIS WEEK !

Eric, Julie, Marissa and Damon Bradley (along with their two cats and
two Boston Terriers) adopted our precious "Possum" this weekend.
Possum was a perfect gentleman when introduced to the canine and
feline family members, and according to Julie slept like a log last

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #16

2008-07-15T14:49:00Z

MORE GREYT DOGS!

Rachael and Ryan picked up "Flea Flicker" on July 4th and promptly
changed her name to "Samie"! She's a 4-year old female with alot of
puppy in her and a beautiful black coat! They are fostering her. You
can see her on the website: [link]

Bob and Lana picked up three beautiful two-year old boys from the

Reminder - M&G Tomorrow

2008-07-11T15:37:20Z

Just a reminder that AGA is holding a M&G tomorrow at the Petco-Round
Rock in the LaFrontera Center. It begins at 12:30. Come join with us
for the fun and fellowship of those who love greys! There will be
potential adopters there who need lots of information, and there are
always dog lovers who just want to pet our beautiful animals. See you

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #15

2008-07-07T23:08:26Z

LOTS OF GOOD NEWS!

The officers of AGA met last night and had a great time celebrating
our accomplishments of late and our future plans. Here are several
things you can write on your calendar:

1. M&G - Petco/Round Rock - Saturday, July 12, 12:30-3:30 pm
2. M&G - Petsense/Round Rock - Sunday, July 27, 1:00-3:00 pm

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #14

2008-06-30T23:11:04Z

HERE IT IS ALMOST JULY! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT???

ANNUAL WARNING

This reminder is directed to all those who have adopted dogs since last July
4th. Please be mindful of the terror that popping firecrackers can arouse
in these beautiful dogs. If you have talked to your vet and have received
some medication to help with anxiety please have it on hand and dispensed

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #13 (continued)

2008-06-23T14:28:09Z

Oops! Wrong button!

Lulu has been adopted and two applications have been submitted. Looks like
we'll soon be making another trip to the farm to get more doggies!

FIELD TRIP

If any of you new parents would like to learn even more about the life of a
racing greyhound and would like to visit a farm, please contact Bob Trapp at

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #13

2008-06-23T14:18:55Z

BIG SUCCESSES AT M&Gs

Both M&Gs at Petco and Petsense found lots of our folks hard at work to
educate the public about the desirability of retired racers as pets. Lots
of appreciation goes to Lucius (aka Patrick), Clarice, Paco, Grappa, Snappy,
and others so that their parents could talk to folks about how wonder they

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #12

2008-06-12T22:53:04Z

NEW ADOPTERS SPEAK OUT

Laura V. (Mandy the Manicurist aka Alex) says, "I love this puppy! She is so
perfect for me. We seem to operate at the same speed. When we play, we play
hard. When we rest, we do that all the way too. I finally saw her run like a
greyhound last night. I took her to the intramural fields where it's well

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #11

2008-05-27T00:53:45Z

The officers of AGA wish you all a very good Memorial Day!

MANDY FINDS A FOREVER HOME!

"Mandy the Manicurist" was placed yesterday in the home of Laura
Vanderslice! It was love at first site, and the deal was done! Thank
you, Laura, for opening your heart and home to this beautiful young
lady.

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #10

2008-05-19T22:03:37Z

WHAT HAPPENS IN TWELVE DAYS?

Answer: AGA is no longer the Heisman Feature Group at cafepress.com,
and we cease to receive funds from the purchase of items beaing the
design the officers have chosen for your enjoyment: "GREYHOUNDS
CAPTURE OUR SOUL, HEART AND WORLD"

The magic website is [link]

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #9

2008-05-12T20:31:44Z

MOTHER'S DAY WAS GREYHOUND DAY AT GREAT OUTDOORS!

Betty Sue (now Gracie) showed up with her mom looking fabulous. Then
Casey came strolling in with her parents. (She was thrilled to see
Ryan and Champ again.) Next came Aristotle and his mom. We attracted
quite a crowd, and all of the adopters stayed to answer questions. We

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #8

2008-05-05T21:58:53Z

HAVE YOU BOUGHT YOUR TSHIRT/MUG/STATIONARY YET?

Every month a different charitable organization is chosen by Heisman's
Greyhound Art to receive a portion of the proceeds generated by the
sales of merchandise in Heisman's Store. Please visit the following
website and check out AGA's feature: [link]

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #7

2008-04-29T14:17:01Z

There's not much going on this week in the land of greyhounds, so this
will be short.

HERE'S WHERE YOU CAN HELP:

During the month of May get on your computer and put in:

[link]

You will be directed to Heisman's Feature Group fundraiser - which is
Austin Greyhound Adoption! AGA is the group that will be featured

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #6

2008-04-22T01:56:50Z

Spring has sprung, flowers are blooming and greyhounds are being
adopted! Hot Dog!!!

FOSTER FEATURE - "RAWHIDE"

Rawhide is one of those rare greyhounds that don't fit the image of
what a greyhound should look like. He is 92 pounds of muscle and
grins. His head is quite large, and his ears are quite small which

AGA - Weekly Newsletter #5

2008-04-07T23:09:52Z

Happy Greyhound Day! No, it's not an official holiday, but it should
be!

HELP FROM PETCO!

Not much news this week but what little there is is VERY GOOD! AGA is
the recipient of a $2000 check from Petco to assist with the medical
expenses incurred when Smoke broke his leg. Rachael Barden was the