Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc.

Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc. is always willing to sing the praises of owning retired racing greyhounds as companion pets. If your club, organization or group is interested in having a presentation, please email GALT. We will gladly endeavor to accommodate your schedule.

Upcoming Events

Outside events are always Weather Permitting.

MEET THE GREYHOUNDS!
GALT will be hosting regular "Meet the Greyhounds" on either a Saturday or Sunday usually each weekend of the month at various venues throughout the DFW area. Some of those locations are REI, Canine Commissary, the Dallas Boat Show, Oktoberfest, Starbucks, and other venues throughout the metroplex. There will usually be a "Special Greyhound Event" held one of the weekends. Always check the website or call 972.503.GALT for the latest and GREYTEST events listing.

Etiquette for GALT events:

Use a 2 or 4 foot leash for your greyhound - *No retractable leashes, please*
Watch your greyhound around the other dogs for any growling or aggressive behavior
Please be *aware* and *responsible* of any "accidents or marking" by your geyhound

Saturday, August 2, 2008
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Greyhound Adoption Weekend in Highland Village and surrounding areas
Some small businesses of Highland Village, Lewisville, and Flower Mound are proving their community spirit by hosting Greyhound Adoption Weekend on the above dates. On those dates, these businesses will donate to GALT either a percentage of their sales or donations from their patrons

On Saturday, August 2, 2008, the following businesses will be helping the cause:

Rift To Reef Aquatics
1301 Justin Road, Lewisville, Texas
Will donate a percentage of its sales between 12 noon and 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Kolache Depot
2930 Justin Road, Highland Village, Texas
Donated kolaches will be served for a donation at the following sites:

Canine Courtyard
3209 Justin Rd, Flower Mound, Texas

Cross Timbers Animal Medical Center
2601 Cross Timbers Road, Flower Mound, Texas

Dog Lofts
1221 Flower Mound Road, Flower Mound, Texas

Dr. Doolittle's Animal Hospital
2250 Justin Road (Kroger Center), Highland Village, Texas

The Grotto, a Salerno Steakhouse
2300 Highland Village Road
Lewisville, Texas
(972) 318-0515
On Sunday, August 3, 2008, the Grotto will donate a percentage of its sales from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Enjoy New American Cuisine with an Italian touch at one of the area's finest restaurants. Owner and Executive Chef, Morris Salerno, will be there to greet guests and sign cookbooks. A portion of the sales of Chef Salerno's cookbooks will also be donated to GALT.

Saturday, August 2, 2008
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Orvis – Dallas – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
The Plaza at Preston Center (on Preston Road South of Northwest Highway)
Dallas, Texas
Five or six adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, August 9, 2008
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Premier Video – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
5400 East Mockingbird
Dallas, Texas
Approximately three adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Cooking for the Hounds
Sunday, August 10
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mercury Grill & Chef Chris Ward - Cooks for the Hounds
The Mercury Grill
11909 Preston Road, Dallas
(Preston & Forest)
972-960-7774

Get ready for a magical afternoon full of food, drinks, and a Silent Auction at The Mercury Grill! We are honored to have the culinary skills of Executive Chef Chris Ward of The Mercury Grill cooking for GALT!

Your entry fee includes the following:

Afternoon of Magic, Summer Food, and Fun - Cooking with Chris
Chef's Choice of Summer Human Food
Two Drink Tickets
Cooking Demonstration with Chris Ward
Souvenir Recipe Book of the days' recipes compiled by Chris Ward

A silent auction will take place during the event. Items include restaurant certificates, decorative items, jewelry, items for your pooch, and much more...

Please note that you can ONLY purchase online – you will not be able to purchase at the door. Space is limited to 70 guests and is first-come first-served! You will not be mailed event tickets – your name will be held at the door!

Price: $35.00
Purchase Tickets

Saturday, August 16, 2008
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The Dog Lofts
1221 Flower Mound Road
Building 2, Suite 200
Flower Mound, Texas
Three or four available GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, August 16, 2008
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Petco – Prestonwood – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
On Montfort between Arapaho and Beltline
Addison, Texas
Four to six adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, August 23, 2008
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Canine Commissary – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
1301 Custer Road (South of 15th Street)
Plano, Texas
Four to six adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, August 23, 2008
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Orvis – Arlington – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
3901 Arlington Highlands Blvd (off I-20 and Matlock)
Arlington, Texas
Three or four adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, August 23, 2008
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Martini Ranch in the Quadrangle
2800 Routh Street, Suite 165
Dallas, Texas
Join us for GALT night at Martini Ranch in the Quadrangle. Enjoy great food, martinis, margaritas, or your beverage of choice - sign your tab for GALT and 20% will go to save a hound! Please feel free to call ahead and reserve tables! 214-220-2116. See you there!

Saturday, August 30, 2008
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Premier Wines – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
4709 West Parker Road, Suite 420
Plano, Texas
Four to six adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, September 6, 2008
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Orvis – Dallas – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
The Plaza at Preston Center (on Preston Road South of Northwest Highway)
Dallas, Texas
Five or six adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, September 6, 2008
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Beers from Around the World Tasting
The Gingerman (Dallas)
More details to come!

Wednesday, September 10, 2008
7:45 p.m.
DogSkills 101 for Greyhounds Only!
Woof Gang Doggy Day Care
2625 Old Denton Rd, Suite 336
Carrollton, Texas
6-week class $85 – Sign up Now

Saturday, September 13, 2008
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Whole Earth Provision/Premier Video – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
5400 East Mockingbird
Dallas, Texas
Approximately three adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, September 20, 2008
Greyhound Planet Day
More details to come!

Saturday, September 27, 2008
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Canine Commissary – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
1301 Custer Road (South of 15th Street)
Plano, Texas
Four to six adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, September 27, 2008
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Orvis – Arlington – MEET THE GREYHOUNDS
3901 Arlington Highlands Blvd (off I-20 and Matlock)
Arlington, Texas
Three or four adoptable GALT Greyhounds will be at this event.

Saturday, October 18, 2008
Casino Night & Texas Hold’em Tournament
5033 Lemmon Avenue
Dallas, Texas
Check in/Dinner begins at 6:00pm
Casino: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Texas Hold'em: 7:00pm-10:00pm

Wednesday, October 29, 2008
7:45 p.m.
DogSkills 102 for Greyhounds Only!
Woof Gang Doggy Day Care
2625 Old Denton Rd, Suite 336
Carrollton, Texas
6-week class $85 – Sign up Now

If you would like to volunteer to attend any of the above events and talk to folks about the world of greyhounds, please email GALT.

Check back here periodically for updates on all events!

Past Events

2008

2007

2006

2005

2004

2003

2002

2001

Magellan, Dad, and sisters
Meet the Greyhounds at Bass Pro Shops was a booming success on Saturday, July 21! Magellan (in the middle), GALT's first adoption, brought his Dad and greyhound sisters by to say "Roo"!

Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc.
P.O. Box 680
Addison, Texas 75001-0680
972.503.GALT
info@greyhoundadoptiontx.org