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Wine Country Greyhound Adoption is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to finding caring, permanent homes for retired racing greyhounds, and to providing support and guidance for the adopted dogs and their families. We endeavor to educate the public of the plight of these wonderful dogs and demonstrate what loving companions they make.

News and Updates

  • Make that 12 new hounds in December!
    Posted on: Dec 28, 2011
    We just welcomed 5 more dogs from Tuscon and another greyhound from Korea on December 28! Most folks involved in rescue/adoption will agree that placing black dogs is more difficult than other...
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  • Help us raise money at the Human Race!
    Posted on: Dec 19, 2011
    It's time to start thinking about running/walking in the Human Race! WCGA welcomes anyone to raise money for our cause. The greyhounds will be there again on May 5, 2012. We are looking for...
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  • 6 Hounds Arrive in December!
    Posted on: Dec 05, 2011
    We are very fortunate to be able to help 6 hounds from 3 different locations this month. 2 will arrive from Tuscon on 12/8, 2 arrive from Korea on 12/18, and 2 are from Sacramento. Keep an eye on...
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Available Greyhounds

Hemi
Bella Himalayan

CiCi
Turbo CiCi

Brundage
Flying Brundage

Besse
Best Buy
Greyhound Pets of America NW first rescued Besse from the track. She came from Idaho to California where she and Sugar were blood donor dogs at an emergency pet hospital. After her second retirement, Besse is ready for a home of her own. While in her second career, she was a staff favorite because of her temperment and affectionate personality. They were sad to see her go but are happy to know that she will be placed in a loving home.

Sugar
MJ Sugartime