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In the summer of 2004 I found a lump on my almost 10 year old Greyhound Foxy's front leg. The
lump was removed and we were told Foxy has cancer. There was a 70% likelihood of the tumor
returning in the first three months. Foxy remained cancer free until her journey to the bridge on
August 5, 2008. We had 4 wonderful years with no return of the tumor.
I know we are truly one of the very lucky ones. Since facing the stark reality of cancer, I have
watched others loose their beloved greys to cancer, in particular osteo, I had always wanted to
do something to help. In June, 2005 one of my favourite greyhounds, Clover, was diagnosed
with osteosarcoma. By July, she was gone. I had to do something to help!
Since I make jewelry for hounds, it made sense that using that skill would be the place to start.
I created an Awareness Collar Bling for Hope, something all dogs and their humans could wear.
My intent was to raise a couple of thousand dollars. How little I understood the greyhound
owner. Within months I was run off my feet, and quickly recognized that I needed other funding
raising methods.
Since then, many other wonderful greyhound owners have joined the fight, in particular, many
members of Grey Talk.
lump was removed and we were told Foxy has cancer. There was a 70% likelihood of the tumor
returning in the first three months. Foxy remained cancer free until her journey to the bridge on
August 5, 2008. We had 4 wonderful years with no return of the tumor.
I know we are truly one of the very lucky ones. Since facing the stark reality of cancer, I have
watched others loose their beloved greys to cancer, in particular osteo, I had always wanted to
do something to help. In June, 2005 one of my favourite greyhounds, Clover, was diagnosed
with osteosarcoma. By July, she was gone. I had to do something to help!
Since I make jewelry for hounds, it made sense that using that skill would be the place to start.
I created an Awareness Collar Bling for Hope, something all dogs and their humans could wear.
My intent was to raise a couple of thousand dollars. How little I understood the greyhound
owner. Within months I was run off my feet, and quickly recognized that I needed other funding
raising methods.
Since then, many other wonderful greyhound owners have joined the fight, in particular, many
members of Grey Talk.
| Make a donation to Hope for Hounds With every $15.00 donation, you will receive a Hope for Hounds pin. This pretty pewter pin is approximately 1" across. |
| Purchase a Hope for Hounds Car Decal or Magnet |
| Purchase something from the Hope for Hounds Café Press Store From t-shirts to mouse pads there is something for everyone. Hope for Hounds Café Press Store |
Suzie 's greyhound Miss Nellie was battling osteosarcoma when Hope for Hounds
was founded. Sadly, Miss Nellie lost her battle on April 8, 2006.
Suzie continues to be one of Hope for Hounds biggest supporters.
Suzie designed the Hope for Hounds logo.
She also created the Car Decal, you can purchase one by clicking on the link below.
ALL of the proceeds from this decal will be donated to Hope for Hounds!!
was founded. Sadly, Miss Nellie lost her battle on April 8, 2006.
Suzie continues to be one of Hope for Hounds biggest supporters.
Suzie designed the Hope for Hounds logo.
She also created the Car Decal, you can purchase one by clicking on the link below.
ALL of the proceeds from this decal will be donated to Hope for Hounds!!
The 2009 edition of the 2 Hounds Design's Hope for
Hounds Collar is here. The combined genius of Xan
Blackburn - artist, and Alisha Navarro - designer does is
again. Take a look.
2 Hounds Design
While you're there, order yourself a key fob. This is sure
to be a conversation piece.
Hounds Collar is here. The combined genius of Xan
Blackburn - artist, and Alisha Navarro - designer does is
again. Take a look.
2 Hounds Design
While you're there, order yourself a key fob. This is sure
to be a conversation piece.
Our first Miss Nellie Auction was held in May 2006. Our goal was $4,000.00 again the greyhound community blew me away. By Auction close
we had raised $8,000.00. The Miss Nellie Auctions has become an annual event with our 4th Annual Miss Nellie Auction beginning on October
25, 2009 ending November 2, 2009.
All monies raised by Hope for Hounds go to Ohio State University specifically the Greyhound Health and Wellness Program. We
deeply appreciate the work Dr Guillermo Couto and his team do on behalf of our greyhounds.
| Foxy, I'ma Foxy Dawg, December 5, 1995 - August 5, 2008 |
| Let's keep working hard to find a cure for our beloved hounds. Here's how can you help support research on cancer in greyhounds! |
| 4th Annual Miss Nellie Auction October 25th - November 2nd at 10pm EDT Click here to bid! |
| 4th Annual Miss Nellie Auction Thank you everyone for helping us raise $15,176.00 |