AND you can get a greyhound from a greyhound rescue group...after they quit racing for their owners, they are "put down" unless they are lucky enough to catch the eye of a rescue group. my daughter and i have rescued around 9 in 40 years. AND there is a rescue group for every breed...AND you can type in Petfinder on the internet and find thousands of pets that need homes.........pat p.s. when tippy was alive, i photographed him with all kinds of icons.....he was scottish deerhound and airedale..probably...very stately and dignified....anyway his notecards sell really well and the $ has helped me through some rough spots. i see it as he is still taking care of me...