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GALT's First Birthday
May
4 , 2002
Saturday,
May 4, from 1:00 to 5:00, Greyhound Adoption League of Texas celebrated
its first birthday at Paws Around Town, located at 2714 McKinney Avenue
in Dallas. It was a glorious day, complete with sunshine, albeit a tad
bit on the warm side! There was cake, frosty paws and ice cream for everyone
to enjoy, and boy did they! GALT greyhounds attending were: Zeus, Keppy,
Portia, Jig, Cooper, Astro now "Biscuit", Bailey, Rachel, Max,
Blue Jay, Skunk now "Gambler", Cole, Ashley, Troy, Zenny, Al
now "Ancho", June, Tracy, Jesse, Sassy, Huston, Reba, Mandy,
Xander, Ranger, Archie, Sue now "Annie", Desi, Sonny, Rooster,
Elmo, Gracie, Fiona and Scrabble. Many came with their moms, dads and
greyhound sisters and brothers . . . it was a sight to behold!
All attending
hounds were blessed by the Rev. Mr. Paul Husting in a very moving and
special ceremony. There were over 15 raffle items, all greyhound themed,
except for four Texas Ranger Tickets (Thanks Vicki, Ron and Mrs. Bairds!)
Greyhound
sketches were available drawn by Mary Gibson of Bob O'Brian Caricatures.
The law firm of McCurley, Kinser, McCurley and Nelson sponsored her appearance.
Greyt thanks to them for providing this fun activity and fundraiser!
Microchipping
was available at a reduced rate courtesy of Preston Park Animal Hospital
and Dr. Jeff Ellis. Many people took advantage of this opportunity, as
well as the wellness information concerning dental and nail care provided
by PPAH vet technician, Debbie Maupin.
All GALT
greyhounds received a birthday bandana and a goodie bag. Special guests
included Lynn Alexander of A to Z Kennels, who was known as "mom"
to over 1/3 of the attending GALT greyhounds before they retired--just
ask Gambler and Blue Jay!
Many, many
thanks to Andrea Porter, owner of Paws Around Town, for being the hostess
with the mostess, and to all the volunteers and attendees for helping
GALT celebrate in GREYT style!
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a small picture below to see more.
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