Winnie and Charlie - Adopted March 2010
Winnie and Charlie have been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Luigi - Adopted February 2010
Luigi has been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Tommy - Adopted February 2010
Tommy has been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Roo - ADOPTED January 2010
Roo and I are getting along very well. As you know, he is such a sweet little guy, and he is learning the new routine quickly. He is beginning
to trust me more and more, and his quirks (like not wanting his legs touched) are fading slowly. We are even working on learning new tricks and
polishing old ones. He has completely captured my heart, and I am thoroughly enjoying having him in my life.
Lacey - ADOPTED December 2009
Lacey has been adopted. Happy ending story soon to come!
Remy - ADOPTED November 2009
Remy has been adopted. Happy ending story soon to come!
Cinnamon - ADOPTED Oct 2009
Cinnamon has been adopted! Happy Ending story soon to come!
Annie & Bella - ADOPTED Oct 2009
Annie and Bella have been adopted together! Happy Ending story soon to come!
Charlie - ADOPTED September 2009
Here are some pictures of Charlie and his new big brother Dino. As you can see they are almost twins and getting along great! Charlie had no
transition issues at all... it was like he was meant to be :)
Streeter - ADOPTED August 2009
Streeter has been adopted. Happy Endings soon to come!
Teddy - ADOPTED August 2009
Teddy has been adopted. Happy Ending store soon to come!
Chloe - ADOPTED August 2009
Hi my name is Chloe and I met my adoptive family in August 2009. It is great here, it was love at first sight! They met me one day and
could not let me go. I have a beautiful iggy sister named Hilde, she is great! I am a very busy puppy so I keep everyone on their toes. They
are working on my potty training, I am doing much better, but I really dislike the rain and snow so I do have some accidents. I mean, really, what
is the use of this cold wet stuff?? Anyway life is good, I am very happy and well loved here. Hilde and I, along with our Orange Kitty (yes that is
the name my parents gave him, thank God they did not pick my name... ), are all very spoiled! I wouldn't change my family for anything.
Socks - ADOPTED July 2009
Socks has been adopted. Happy Ending store soon to come!
Cara - ADOPTED
Can't believe it's been almost 6 months! Cara's thriving; Max is still going strong at 13; Tyco's loving his little sister (most of the time!@!@!).
Thanks so much for everything.
Eddie - ADOPTED July 2009
Eddie is living in Dedham with his new iggie sister Abigail and new family Jean, Kathleen and Jessica
Oz - ADOPTED July 2009
We are so grateful to Raven at IG Rescue for suggesting this wonderful boy (Oz) to us. He was just what we needed to renew our spirits after
losing our beloved Fabio last year. He fit right into our household as if he had always been here and Dino accepted him immediately. We totally
adore him.
Mocha - ADOPTED July 2009
Mocha has been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Prince - ADOPTED June 2009
Prince has been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Hershey - ADOPTED June 2009
Hershey has been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Bella - ADOPTED June 2009
Bella has been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Dude - ADOPTED June 2009
Dude has been adopted by Deb who adopted Jiggy from us two months ago. The two boys are getting along well and
he is very happy to have found a loving home!
Ira - ADOPTED May 2009 and Beemer - ADOPTED July 2009
Ira and Beemer were adopted by Bill and Judie and are living in Plymouth. Judie and Bill met Ira and fell in love
with him, so adopted him in May. At the time they had one other female IG named Sheba. While they were visiting
Ira, they also met Beemer. In July, they decided to add Beemer to their family as well. They are both doing great!
The first photo is a picture of Ira with Sheba and the in the second photo Beemer is taking on the morning sun
with her new sister Sheba and her new brother Ira.
Gia - ADOPTED May 2009
Gia has been adopted and is now living with Sue and Louis in North Providence. She has three big greyhound
brothers! Gia has herself comfortable on their bed and she already has both Sue and Louis wrapped around her
little paws.
Canoli - ADOPTED May 2009
Bark! Bark! Bark!
I am so happy and I am so loved by so many! My daddy, Vinny is a vet tech at an animal hospital so I get to go to work with him everyday and we
never have to miss each other. I have lots of friends both Iggies and other breeds. The other animal hospital dogs and I get along well so I always
have someone to play with, too! Life is great. Since I'm really well trained, I get to go lots of places with my dad and I even still get to see my
foster Mom, Raven and old foster sibling, almost on a weekly basis! Did I tell you I have a girlfriend? She's a Daschund and her name is Doppler. We
have play dates a lot and love to snuggle, especially on the weekends. Thanks for finding me the perfect home Auntie Raven and East Coast IG Rescue…
I am the luckiest dog ever!
Vincenzo and Isabella - ADOPTED May 2009!
Vinny and Bella have been adopted. Happy Ending info soon to come!
Oliver - ADOPTED May 2009!
My name is Oliver and I am just about the happiest dog that ever lived. Even though I miss my foster mom,
Melissa and all of my foster siblings (They were SO GREAT!) I have adjusted very well to my new home. On May 22nd,
2009 I was adopted by my new family, whom I love. I have two doting parents and the prettiest sister ever. Her
name is Fresca and she is divine. We all go to the dog park together and on long walks every day. We get to go to
Starbucks on Wayland square to meet many other coffee drinkin' canines and i get to chew squeaky toys to my little
heart's content. Fresca and I will soon have our own private yard in which to run and jump. I cannot wait!
Everyone seems to love me.......I am incredibly easy on the eyes and I have a wonderful personality too. Thanks
East Coast IG Rescue! Love, Oliver Brahms the 4th.
SC - ADOPTED May 2009
SC has been adopted. Happy Ending info soon to come!
Arturo - ADOPTED MAY 2009!
Arturo has been adopted. Happy Ending info soon to come!
Jiggy - ADOPTED April 2009!
This is Jiggi I am happy in my new home with my mom Deb and my brother Rob. We go for
rides a lot and I get to sit with my mom on her lap. One of my brothers friends just bought me some new toys
and a new outfit. I love my new home. I am doing a lot better about potty and my mommy is so proud of me.
I am really getting spoiled here. Well off to play.
Alvin - ADOPTED April 2009!
Alvin is doing great in new home in New Hampshire; he has three Iggys
and a lab in his new family, Leia has taken on the job as his adopted mother,
Oreo is his big brother and best friend and playmate; and Lucy is the doting
Auntie.
Dante and Luigi - ADOPTED April 2009
Hey guys, it's me Dominic - thats the name I like to be called - I use to be called Dante and my dad Luigi and I
are in our forever home in Portsmouth Rhode Island. We are very happy in our new home - we and our new mom and
dad are adjusting real good. My new mom and dad take us for long walks, we snuggle on the couch . We are actually
started coming out of our shell and playing alot (for old guys) :)
Benny - ADOPTED March 2009
“Hi, here I am (the littlest guy) with my new forever family in Westport, MA. My big sister “Blue” is very protective of me and my big brother
“Louie” who visits very weekend loves to play and chase after toys with me and we all love to run around outside in the yard. I love my new
mom and dad and their daughter very much but I am very cautious with anyone else and am trying to improve my people skills but my potty habits
and going great. I just follow Blue around. Thanks for finding me my new home.”
Tony and Winnie - ADOPTED March 2009
Tony and Winnie came in together as a pair and we are thrilled that we were able to keep them together. Leah says they are perfect,
wonderful, amazing...really--all they could have hoped for and more. Winnie is tiny and delicate and loves to be cuddled and Tony loves to play.
Bill brought in the toys and Tony immediately wanted to play fetch, tug of war, etc. Becky (their Golden Retriever) loves to play too, and it
was fun to see them trying to decide who was going to be the alpha dog (Leah think Becky will win based on size, age, and history, but Tony is
doing his best to convince us he's the one). They love how cuddly they are!
Minnie - ADOPTED March 2009
What can I say about Minnie? She is filled with Joy, and has brought joy into the household.
When Minnie wakes up in the morning, she looks around, then does her little 'Happy Dance'.
You can't help but join in, and even Pancho, another 10 year old IG rescue, now does the 'Happy Dance' each morning.
She loves to snuggle, and would prefer to be by my side every second. There was very little
transition, she adapted to our household instantly, and won anyone and everyone over
with her charms. She loves company, and she is up for anything, car rides, naps, walks,
and always, Food! We feel so lucky to have found each other.
Skeeter - ADOPTED MARCH 2009
Skeeter has been adopted and is living happily with his new family. More info to come soon!
Trudy - ADOPTED February 2009
Trudy started technically as a foster, but after a few hours, I knew I wanted her to be a permanent part of OUR family!
She is truly a blessing and a friend to both our other dogs (Frankie is our IG, and Maya is our rescued Mix). She has a remarkable
capacity to love...and as you can see from the picture, she loves baths! She follows me into the bathroom every morning and sits
in the bath tub while i get ready...too cute!
Lexi and Remi - ADOPTED February 2009
Lexi and Remi came into Rescue as a father/daughter pair. We were very excited that we could keep them together. They have adjusted very well
and appear to be very happy. They love their new yard with lots of room to run and know how to go to the door for in and out. Remi jumps in bed
with Nikki, their Shepherd, all the time. Nikki is very kind and sweet and loves having them around. They have lots of beds and quilts to snuggle
in and love tv time at night when they snuggle on the couch. Lexi and Nikki kiss each other...LOL. They really have adjusted well and they act
like they have been with us forever. Lexi is making huge strides from her first day and is showing signs of independence which is great!
Ernie - ADOPTED February 2009
Ernie has been adopted by his foster mom Deb and is living in CT.
Leo - ADOPTED February 2009
Leo has been adopted by Lauren in MA. Leo is spoiled like crazy and getting lots of love and attention in his new home. He is getting along great
with their IG Coby. It took Leo a few days to come out of his shell but he is now velcro to Lauren and is finally playing with his squeaky toys and
running around and playing. He's enjoying belly and back rubs daily! Lauren could not be happier to have "little Leo" in her life.
Pixiedust - ADOPTED January 2009
Pixiedust is loving her new home. She was an owner turn-in when
circumstances prevented proper care and attention for her. She is a
tiny little girl and oh, so cute! Patty, Steve and all their furries
are so happy that she came to stay. Pixie loves to go for walks,
cuddle on laps and have everyone who meets her fall in love with her!
She has definitely wrapped her paws around their hearts!
Baxter - ADOPTED January 2009
Bruce and Donna are the proud parents of Baxter. They are having so much fun with him. He is the cuddliest and cutest dog they have ever seen.
He loves to climb up on them and curl into a ball and drift off to sleep. He takes turns going back and forth between them. They are still working
on the potty training but, he's getting there! They bought him a car seat and he goes on little excursions with them. He rides well and usually
snuggles down and goes to sleep. It has been so cold but, they put him in his coat, wrap him up in a blanket and off they go. They usually head
over to their son and daughter-in-law's house where Baxter gets to visit their full grown greyhound, Lady. They get along great! He has also been
in contact with their daughter's dog, Brady. He's been over several times and is a shepherd/husky mix. Baxter is 1/3 the size of Brady but, he
still tries to be the boss when it comes to play time! It's really funny to watch!
Cricket - ADOPTED December 2008
Cricket is doing well living with his new family in MA. He cuddles with everyone on the coach, including Spot, his new
IG brother. He loves the fireplace! Their children love playing with Cricket and made up an "Oh Cricket Tree" song for him for
Christmas... LOL. This is a great happy ending for Cricket!
Enzo - ADOPTED December 2008
Enzo has been adopted and is living in MA. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Maggie - ADOPTED November 2008
Maggie has been adopted. Happy Ending story soon to come!
Ray - ADOPTED November 2008
Ray is living with Pam and Joe in Whitinsville, MA. He was turned over to Rescue at the age of 15
because his dad was moving into a nursing home. His adoptive family says he is just wonderful and are so glad they adopted him.
He's doing well with the Annie, their cat. He's sleeping well, eating well, and no accidents or anything. He has a new IG sister
named Bella, who right now is a bit jealous, but they are still giving her lots of attention and extra kisses and know that after
they settle in with each other that everything is going to be just fine. Ray's doing great on walks with Bella, he seems to
prefer her to lead. And gentle, he's so gentle when taking a nibble snack, so sweet. We're, again, so grateful for being able to
have Ray. And especially grateful for all you do. Please know that Ray is loved and cared for and has lots of blankets and beds,
and love and pats.
Romeo - ADOPTED October 2008
Dianne and Ray are the proud parents to Romeo. We absolutely love Romeo and so does Charlie his new brother and best friend.
We can’t imagine life without him. We are all attached to him. He is the sweetest, most affectionate dog. He is a perfect
match with our family.
Talbot - ADOPTED October 2008
Talbot, formerly known as Logan, came out here from WI with several other IG/Chi mixes from a hoarding situation and needed to be in the
home he is in now to blossom. He started off scared of his shadow and fearful of everything and has turned into a foot-warming cuddle bug.
He is glued to his new mom's side and has taken to the two other female IG's (Rosie and Paloma) in the home and has become best friends
with his new mom's elderly blind IG named Harley. The amount of progress he has made has amazed all of us, we never thought his progress
would be so quick. He lives in a house overlooking Hingam Harbor just south of Boston.
Bob - ADOPTED October 2008
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Bob is living with his new daddy in the Worcester area with two cats. Daddy works out of the house so Bob is in heaven. He has a nice
fenced yard to call his own. His dad is absoltely amazed at how quick he came around and that he has had no accidents. His new dad said
he couldn't have asked for a greater dog. What a great happy ending!
Giacomo - ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2008
Giacomo (formerly know as Trouble) came into rescue after a pet store tried to euthanize him due to a broken leg. After operations,
wearing a cast, lots of walks, and aqua therapy, he is doing great. Jaco is now living a “spoiled” life in Woburn (MA). While he
still limps occasionally, his leg doesn’t slow him down. He loves tearing around the house, playing and wrestling with his IG sister Izzy.
They are inseparable. He is the first one she looks for when waking in the morning (and vice-versa). Jaco is quite an outgoing pup,
loving everyone he meets (and they loving him as well)! He has such a “goofy” personality that it is hard to be mad at him even when he
is being mischievous. Jaco is now a huge part of our family, making us smile each day. Thank you for bringing him into our lives.
Bugsy - ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2008
After nearly half of a year in foster care, Bugsy has found his forever home! His family is happy to have him in
their lives, they could not imagine a day without him.
Tegan - ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2008
We adopted "Tony" from Mary... he is now Tegan. He immediately became part of the family and Tegan and his brother Sorbi
are completely inseparable. He is loved so much and it is hard to remember how things were before him... he is such a
presence and has such a little personality.
Vinny - ADOPTED September 2008
Vinny has been adopted. Happy Ending story to come...
Max - ADOPTED September 2008
After 21 months in foster care, Max finally went to his furever home! Happy Ending story soon to come...
Rascal - ADOPTED August 2008
Rascal (formerly known as Rocket) has been adopted and is living with his new mom who's absolutely in love with
him and his personality. She says that he loves being outside and enjoys walks along the beach path. He also
loves Pogo, a friend's IG which was also adopted through Mary, photographed with Rascal to the right!
Vella - ADOPTED July 2008
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Vella is doing great. Since coming into our home this year, Vella has adjusted to the changes she has been faced with. She is a key
member of our pack, now 6! She now sits on command. We are still working on her food issues. She's still very hand shy, but can be
approached to be picked up, if spoken to very gently. Vella has taken a cue from Russell and very much enjoys rough housing with Raffi,
our biggest boy. She's actually quite sassy! Oh no, Shelby might have competition as Diva of the Pack.
Tia - ADOPTED July 2008
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What a blessing it has been to have Zazu in our lives... Who would have thought we could be doubly
blessed with such a sweet, precious girl as Tia? The moment we laid our eyes on Tia we knew she would be the one to make our home complete.
Gentle and sweet, yet spunky and energetic, Tia brought new life into our home. Zazu has fallen head over heels for her and we have too.
Tia and Zazu have immediately bonded and it has brought out the best in both of them. It is amazing to sit back and watch as nature takes
over where human influence can only scratch the surface. Tia and Zazu are spending the lazy days of summer snuggling, going for walks, and
playing with toys. Thank you so much to all the wonderful people who work for East Coast Italian Greyhound and for the important and often
challenging work you do for these beautiful dogs. I would like to especially thank Laura, Melissa, Mary, Patty, Steve, Gina, and Gramma for
helping to bring such happiness into our lives through our adoptions of Zazu and Tia. - Heidi and Billy
Skye and Spring - ADOPTED July 2008
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Skye and Spring have been adopted by Melissa, RI Rep, and are living in RI. After being in foster care for nearly a year she
has decided to make Skye and Spring permenent memebers of her family. They have two IG siblings, Bailey and Lexi, and enjoy
playing with the fosters that come and go. We are so glad that they were able to stay together and did not have to be split
apart. They have found their forever home!
Yogi and Boo Boo - ADOPTED July 2008
 
 
 
Yogi and Boo Boo were adopted by Joe and Sue and are living in NH. They doggies in the first photo are Yogi, Chloe, Boo Boo, and Lyssa. They have
other siblings named Mousey (IG - bottom left) Itty Bitty (Pomeranian), and Emma (Spaniel Mix). The boys are adapting to their new home. They seem to almost understand that potty time is outside. Both Boo and Yogi will go to the
door when its time to go out. Occasionally one of them will just poop outside and then pee inside, but they're trying hard. Yogi has quite a
personality. He'll leap into your lap, lick your face, and immediately bounce off to roughhouse with the other dogs. Its quite comical. He plays
all the time, even at bed time when they're all under the comforter I'll hear them wrestling away. They're funny in the bed as both will try to
put their heads on the pillows. Boo Boo has made tremendous progress and has become our cuddle bug. For the most part he will allow us to handle
him. He's calmer around people and his heart no longer races a mile a minute when picked up.
Coby - Adopted July 2008
  
Coby has been adopted by Erin and Mike and is living in RI with his IG brother named Jake. It's funny he hates when Jake leaves the room
can't be with out him, but they play well together its so funny to see them both run around the house like mad dogs! Thanks again for everything!
What a wonderful addition to our little family Coby has made.
Cisco and Anthony - Adopted July 2008
   
Cisco, formerly known as Orecchio, and Anthony, formerly known as Rufus came into Rescue separately but were adopted within weeks of
each other. As you can tell by the pictures, the two of them are doing great in their new home with their mom and dad, Margie and John.
They truly are living happily ever after. Thank you East Coast IG Rescue!
Ziggy - Adopted July 2008
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Hanna - ADOPTED June 2008
  
Hanna has been adopted by a wonderful man and is living the great live on Martha's Vineyard.
Her dad says it is hard to believe how she has blossomed since he got her, it seems every day some new emerges. She dropped 2 pounds
the first month, then stabilized, and my guess she is now about 16lbs, nicely toned and eating twice as much dog food, hardly ever pees
or poops indoors now, though with the winter that may change but I have those great pee pads; please note after ignoring the
big orange ball that came with her, recently she has pretty much decimated it. Nowadays the inherent playfullness in her
is emerging to my delight. It turns out she loves the apples in a small apple tree in the yard, and she out of the blue went crazy with
them one day, pawing, levitating when they 'moved', throwing them up in the air, chewing, gnawing, and chasing.
Gypsy - ADOPTED June 2008
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Just wanted to drop a note to tell you that Gyppie-Pie (what we run around calling her most of the time) is fantastic.
Gyppie has made a few dog friends but has just about every human she comes into contact with wrapped around her little paw……we have a
sitter for her on M, W and F and on Thursday she gets to spend the whole day at Milo’s (her IG friend) house playing—Can you stand it?
She has a better social life than we do!!!! Thanks again for everything you did to help us. We adore Gyp and can’t express in words
how happy she makes us!
Basil - ADOPTED June 2008
  
Basil has been adopted by our volunteer Laura and her daugthers Mary and Anna. He's enjoying living life with his IG brothers Jack and Chip and his
IG sister Ella!
Gracie - ADOPTED May 2008
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Gracie has been adopted by Joanne which fell in love with her as soon as she saw her. She will be loved greatly
in her new home!
Milo - ADOPTED May 2008
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Milo, formerly known as Larry, is now living in his forever home with Noreen and Mike. I think it's nearly impossible to tell
you how much joy he brings to us. He is such a good dog. I seem to recall wondering if he would be okay with us when I first
met him because he was so shy and scared. After nearly two months he has settled in and we have seen a dramatic
difference in him. He knows that we love him and he doesn't seem to need much else. He travels with me or Mike everyday which
he seems to like. On the rare occasions when we leave him home, he stays in my office cuddled up on one of his many beds and
listens to Harry Potter! He has two friends named Snoop and Gypsy that are both IG/Chi mixes. We are enjoying each other and
thank you for bringing Milo together with our family. We couldn't have picked a better dog if we tried.
Chip - ADOPTED May 2008
 
Chip has been adopted by our volunteer Laura and her daugthers Mary and Anna. He's enjoying living life with his IG brother Jack and
IG sister Ella! He loves sleeping and snuggling under the covers with his mom and loves to play tug of war with Jack.
Abigail - ADOPTED May 2008
  
Abigail has been adopted by Jean living in MA and now has an IG sister named Katie!
Winston - ADOPTED April 2008
Winston has been adopted by a wonderful family who fell in love with his personality immediately and is happily living in MA.
Frankie - ADOPTED April 2008
 
Frankie has been adopted by Robyn in MA and is doing very well in his new home.
Bradley - ADOPTED April 2008
  
Bradley, formerly known as Blackie, has been adopted by Isis and Mike and will be living in NH. He has two IG brothers named Rory and Remy to play
and romp around with in their fenced in yard. Bradley's new family is very excited to add him to their loving home.
Kendall - ADOPTED April 2008
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Kendall, formerly known as Lucy, is now living in her forever home. She has a Puggle sister named Lilly and they play
very nicely together. Her family loves her dearly!
Lily - ADOPTED April 2008
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Lily was turned in due to new baby in the family and not enough time. She is really enjoying her new home with her new Mom and Dad and her
new family -Lily the Dachshund, Brady the Min-Pin and Fancy the mini-poodle. They are all having a ball and her new family loves her dearly
already. Her new Mom says, "I wanted to write to you to tell you how happy we are to have Lily. She is the dearest, sweetest thing. A very
active girl and inquisitive, and we love her for that. She gets along famously with our doggies. In particular the dachshund has been her
favorite. As you know her name is also Lily! Kind of fun to call LILY and 2 dogs respond!!!! Just wanted you to know that things are going
along just perfect. Lily has settled in with her sisters, brother, Mom & Dad. She is a wonderful little dog and we are so lucky to have her.
All of our doggies love her. I think its a major miracle that we have her. She is so sweet- she deserves the best home and we're
making that happen."
Larry - ADOPTED April 2008
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Larry, now Vinny lives with his new family including a new brother IG named Pinot and they get along famously. It's not often that we find
people willing to open their hearts and homes to an older dog but this family thinks that seniors are the best! We hope that Vinny
enjoys many, many happy times with them.
Spud - ADOPTED March 2008
Stella - ADOPTED February 2008
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Stella has been adopted by her new dad Josh living in RI. She was thrown a doggie shower where she received many neat
gifts such as clothing and toys. She is learning the routine nicely and loves to go for car rides and vising family
and friends. She is quite the student in her obedience class! Her dad figured out how to make Stella a cloak that she
can wear around so no matter where she lays down, she's covered in fleece! The seatbelt in the second picture was just for
the camera, she is always a backseat girl with her harness. She travels frequently with her dad and is always looking
for shortcuts!
Fendi - ADOPTED February 2008
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Fendi has been adopted by Glenn and Katherine living in MA. She now has a brother named Merlyn. Fendi is doing well in
adjusting to her new home and is getting the hang of the pee pads. Her and Merlyn also go for walks at least two times
a day. She is very well mannered.
Stevie - ADOPTED February 2008
Stevie has fit in so wonderfully! Not only does he have all the love an affection of my 3 daughters doting on him, but he has
found a playmate in my Boxer Merlin. They have a wonderful time chasing each other around *and it's pretty funny to see a
Boxer running for his life with a little Italian Greyhound in hot pursuit!* Stevie also has an IG sister named Penny and they
sit together in the little patches of sunshine that come through the windows, it's very cute, like they're on a little date.
We all just love him to bits! He is perfect!
Buster and Flo - ADOPTED January 2008
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Buster and Flo have been adopted together and are living with Michelle and
Rich in Massachusetts. Buster and Flo are doing well. Buster is excellent, Michelle and Rich are really enjoying his company.
He is well behaved and has been great with going to the bathroom outside. They just can't get over how handsome and wonderful
he is. They think Flo is the cutest puppy in the world. She seems to go with the flow pretty easily. She has
been good with going to the bathroom outside (Buster helps teach good habits). They've been focusing on getting her
to "come" with hand signals due to being deaf. Flo is smart. She seems to have adjusted quickly. Buster and Flo are getting along, it
is amazing how Flo can hold her own when they are playing. That said Buster doesn't play too rough. Flo has made a game out
of taking from Buster whatever toy he is playing with and running away with it while he chases her. They feel blessed to have
these guys.
Evie and Baby - ADOPTED January 2008
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Evie and Baby have been adopted and are living with Jenn and Bob in their
New Hampshire home. Though it has been an adjustment for everyone, everything is starting to fall into place. They are currently
learning “table” manners and there are plans to go to “Agility for fun” classes. Evie is a natural. She loves to play with Bob,
and chases and leaps as he squeaks her bunny toy. She loves the game. She and Baby occasionally run around the house like crazy
dogs; barking and bounding. When not racing around and playing, Evie loves to cuddle with Bob while he works on the computer, and
snuggles with Jenn under the covers at night. She flops all over Baby; when she’s not coveting his toys and he doesn't seem to mind.
Baby loves to play and came out of his "low key" shell the first day in the new house, he's enthusiastic and full of life. He plays
a barking running game with Jenn, but he likes to snuggle with her and watch the goings on with his beautiful, soulful eyes. He
loves to dispense kisses and is a well mannered boy. They are loved very much!
Teddy and Mia - ADOPTED January 2008
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Teddy, formerly known as Tony, and Mia, formerly known as Maria, have been adopted
together and are living the great life in Maine. We are so pleased that this pair will be together forever!!!
Brownie - ADOPTED January 2008
Brownie has been exercising and losing weight while on walks through
Cambridge with his Dad. He loves his new home!
Mocha - ADOPTED December 2007
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Dolly - ADOPTED December 2007
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We adopted Dolly after we lost our last Greyhound in December. Dolly is doing exceptionally well. She has taken to her new home
after being slightly skiddish. She now goes potty outside and loves the outdoors. She loves to sit and watch the squirrels in
their feeder, and chases them to their hole under the shed. This is a game to her. Dolly is loving and gives many, many kisses
when either my husband or I have been away for even an hour, and she hears us coming into the house. We have spoiled her with
clothes, a doggy carriage (so we can take her in the Malls), LOL. She loves riding in the car, and can tell when she is about
to get close to the house, peeking out the window. What a treat and joy she has been to our lives.
Timmy - ADOPTED November 2007
Timmy has been adopted and is living with his new dad in Boston!
Tully - ADOPTED November 2007
Tully has been adopted and is happy with his new family in Western MA!
Bailey - ADOPTED November 2007
Bailey (white/fawn), formerly known as Jellybean, is doing great with his new family and
and his new friend, Bella (fawn/white). Here they are cuddling up with each other. They get along great!! He is a
little love and his family can’t imagine him not with them.
Fern - ADOPTED November 2007
Fern, formerly known as Sadie, has been adopted by her new mom Mary living in Somerville, MA.
Finn - ADOPTED October 2007
Finn, formerly known as Big Guy, has found his new family and is
living in Salisbury, MA.
Gemma - ADOPTED October 2007
  
 
Gemma, formerly known as Muffy, is now living with her new family in CT. She came into rescue without a known name, now
she has so many. She has been formally named Gemma (Italian for gemstone...she is a diamond-some would say diamond in
the rough, but we think she is perfect), but she has tons of names. Muffy, Muffin girl, Gemi, Bella (Mom likes to call her
Bella), Gummy bear. So good natured and sweet, she usually responds to anything... eye contact and she is next to everyone
she meets. She is so loving and sweet, easy going, gets along great with the other IGs, goes outside to potty perfectly. Her family
thinks she is an angel. She has been getting lots of exercise following her mom around.
Zazu - ADOPTED September 2007
  
 
Zazu was adopted by Heidi and Billy in early September 2007. Eager to learn more about the Italian Greyhound breed, they attended
one of Mary's summer parties. Billy and Heidi were immediately hooked on the breed. The warm and gentle nature of this breed, as well
as their outgoing personalities, made this breed an instant sell. Meeting such wonderful people at the party and seeing all of the
loving dogs in need of homes, quickly opened their eyes to the great value of adopting a rescue dog. Although Billy and Heidi had
first considered buying an Italian Greyhound from a breeder, the experiences they underwent at the rescue party, changed their minds
completely. They left the party intent on adopting an Italian Greyhound.
Zazu came into their lives and has been an absolute gift. He is the sweetest, cutest, most affectionate dog...Sensitive and shy at times,
bold and mischievous at other times, Zazu is a wonderful blend of many special qualities. He has quickly placed himself in the center of
Bill and Heidi's lives.
Zazu is fortunate to have a very loving and supportive extended family who have opened their hearts to this beautiful little dog. Zazu
enjoys eating, sleeping, and most of all playing with his two older Boston Terrier uncles Bosco and Spanky. It is so cute to step back
and watch these little guys interact. Bosco and Spanky are both seniors dogs and they have quickly taken the young Zazu under their wings.
Every day Zazu eagerly awaits his play time with them. Funny thing is, as much as he loves being part of the pack, he always wants to be
the center of attention.
Thanks so much for giving us such a happy ending with Zazu. We appreciate all the efforts of Mary, Gina, Patty, Steve, and all the
Italian Greyhound Rescue volunteers for the important work they do every day. Mary, thanks for giving us such a special dog. Zazu will be
turning 2 on Valentine's Day; it is the perfect birthday for him. He is such a lovable little guy.
Lady - ADOPTED July 2007
Lady is now living with her new mom, Charlotte, and is getting lots and lots of love and affection.
Jasper - ADOPTED May 2007
Jasper, formerly known as Casper, has found the perfect home with new dad Jim and big brother Ben! Jasper is always wagging his
tail, playful, and he makes his dad smile everyday.
Bindi - ADOPTED February 2007
Bindi is the newest addition to the Reed household - she is a high-spirited "wild child" with a very loving & sweet disposition.
She loves her iggy siblings - older brother Piccolo & older sis Sophia. There is never a dull moment in this house!!! She joined
the family in February 2007. Things ain't been the same since!
Gema - ADOPTED October 2006
Sadie - ADOPTED August 2007
  
  
Gema (4 yrs, blue/white) and Sadie (10 yrs, red) were adopted by Louise and John. Gema entered their family first in Oct 2006 as a birthday present to John.
Gema is a petite little girl and soon became "Daddy's Little Princess". Louise could not believe that such a tiny dog could melt a 6'2" man's
heart (but it happened). She is still the Princess of their house. Sadie joined their family in Aug 2007. She originally was only going
to be "fostered" in their home until they could find her a new family, but they fell in love with her sweet disposition and it only took a few
days before they knew that they could not let her go. Both of their little girls have different personalities. Gema is more "vocal" and is the
first one to let them know when someone is at their door. Sadie is a little more mellow and loves to "sing" for treats. Both girls snuggle
on the couch with them to watch TV underneath a "Patriot's" blanket, but still need their own "space" underneath the covers in their bed.
They love to spoil their girls!
Daphne - ADOPTED January 2006
  
I adopted Daphne at a time when my world, as I knew it, had ended. On the heels of 2 significant deaths in my family I decided I needed
to replace my sadness with some long awaited happiness as in adopting a dog. Daphne became a part of my life in January of 2006. It was
the best decision I ever made to adopt. Daphne whose now 6 has brought more joy than I could have imagined. She's spunky, sassy and always
ready to make me smile!!
Stashi - ADOPTED January 2006
Ralph and Loni adopted Stashi in January 2006.
Rita and Fred - ADOPTED in 2006
  
Judy adopted Rita and Fred through IG Rescue. The red girl is Rita and the
boy is Fred. Rita has almost no teeth and had no fur when she got her but it
has mostly grown back. Fred likes warm clothes from the dryer almost as much as he loves Rita.
Dave - ADOPTED in 2006
  
Dave was adopted by Julie in 2006 at the age of 3. He goes to work with her everyday and has become the shop mascot. Dave was near perfect when we got him!
Julie and her husband Nick love Dave sooo much and he is like their child. Julie's mom has a full size rescued greyhound named Sam who is best
of friends with Dave, they truly love each other!
Fonzi - ADOPTED December 2005
  
Fonzi was adopted by Adam and Meredith in December 2005. He has a brother Morretti that he loves so much!!!
Fonzi is a major clown and is always goofing around. He is a little bit of an instigator who intentionally annoys Morretti
so that he will chase him. He follows Morretti around where ever he goes and will lay right on top of him to snuggle. He
also loves to play with his 'girlfriends' Gema and Sadie (listed below) at his Grammy's house.
Bandit - ADOPTED June 2005
Rocky - ADOPTED September 2005
  
  
Bandit and Rocky were adopted by Mark and Erin. Bandit (blue fawn/white) was adopted in June 2004. He took a short while to adjust. He used to shake when people were around. You would never think he was like
that now. He loves squeaky toys and tug of war, along with licking your face. He also stands guard now of our baby. Rocky (fawn/white) was adopted around
September 2005. We felt Bandit need a friend during the day. He walked in as if he was with us all his life. It was an easy transition.
He greets us every day with a present such as a stuffed animal or a shoe everyday. He loves being scratched and he loves to tug of war or
fetch with anyone who will play with him. He also runs for the car when you mention going for a ride. They are both great dogs with their own personality.
Bella - ADOPTED January 2005
 
Julie adopted Bella in January of 2005 from Ann Bodkhe after applying through Mary. Bella has seizures, which Ann and Julie didn't know
about when she got her. She's the sweetest thing. She's a bit of a couch potato, but so is Julie! She goes to work with Julie every day.
Sophia - ADOPTED September 2004
"Miss Pia" is the princess of the Reed clan! Feisty & all "girly-girl", she is one of the funniest dogs we have ever known. She keeps
us in constant stitches! She is also a master at cuddling & is an EXTREME kissy-face.
Maddie - ADOPTED September 2004
Linda and Bonnie adopted Maddie, blue/fawn, in September 2004 from Mary Frankio. Maddie was born 5/10/04 in Arkansas. Maddie has an IG sibling
named Precious who is blue/white. Bonnie and Linda purchased Precious from someone,she was not a rescue. Precious was almost 5 when they got Maddie.
They love each other a lot.
Mia - ADOPTED February 2004
I adopted Mia from Mary and the East Coast Italian Greyhound Rescue on February 9, 2004. She was 8 years old then
and now she is a healthy 13 year old. Still has a lot of puppy left in her. Prior to her adoption she was in
numerous foster homes and was adopted for a week, but that didn't work out. However, she has found a great life
since with me. She is still a wonderful and loving gal. I live in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. There
are very few IG's in this area, so she is a show-stopper everywhere I go.
Baron - ADOPTED Feb 2004
Phoenix - ADOPTED October 2004
  
 
Baron was not adopted through IG Rescue however, his addition to our family can not be described as anything less than a rescue. Baron came
to us in February 2004. At the tender age of 7 months, we were his third family, had been hit by a car and had pnuemonia. Mary from IG Rescue
worked tirelessly with his original owner to have Baron come into rescue. The owner decided to place him into a home instead, and to no ones
surprise, Baron was soon looking for another home. He found his way into our home and our hearts. He has been a joy since the moment he came
to us. We are completely smitten by him. We got in touch with Mary where we learned that she had been his guardian angel long before he came
to us. Thank GOD for rescue angels!
Phoenix was adopted in October 2004. When he came to us, he was shy and timid and very insecure. He would rather sleep on the hard cold floor
than sleep in our warm and cozy bed. He was terrified of stairs and wouldn't allow anyone to show him the love we were so ready and willing
to give. Then suddenly three months later, I was sick, laying on the couch feeling awful when in came Phoenix who must have seen how sick his
new mom was and he came alive. He began playing with me and laying down with me. It was as if he was trying to heal me. Ever since then, he's
been my little cuddlebug, gleefully playing with my two children and his best friend and brother Baron whom he can never be apart from. Phoenix
has truly completed our family.
I thank GOD for my two IG's and I am so grateful to IG Rescue for helping our family find each other.
Penny and Sassy - ADOPTED 2003 and 2004
  
Diane adopted Penny and Sassy back in 2003 and 2004. Sassy, is the one sitting in front of the girls, she was turned into rescue at 10 years
old because her family decided they wanted a puppy and didn't want 2 dogs, so somebody had to go and it was Sassy. Sassy is the reason
Diane got involved with rescue. She was the happiest, silliest and most loving little dog. Visit this clip from YouTube
so you can see how active and healthy a 13 year old Italian Greyhound can be. Age is only a number! Sassy passed away September 2007 at the age of 14.
Penny is the little chickie sitting on Diane's daughter's lap. We are Penny's 9th home. She had a tough life, she was turned into rescue
when she wasn't able to have anymore puppies. She had a long, tough road going from home to home. Penny came into
rescue and into Diane's life when she was almost 9 years old. She runs the whole house and everyone *dog/human* knows she's in charge.
Diane is living proof that seniors are amazing and you shouldn't count them out!
Sadie and Annabelle - ADOPTED 2003 and 2006
 
 
Alex and Doreen adopted Sadie from Ann Bodkhe and Annabelle from Laura Thompson. Sadie, blue/white, was 6 yrs old when they adopted her in 2003.
Sadie was a former mill mom and Alex and Doreen were her second home after the mill. Annie, pretty seal/white, was 8 months when they adopted her in 2006. Annie had
been in a crate for 4 months with a Chi breeder. She came into rescue in rough shape with sarcoptic mange and whipworms. One of their favorite pictures is of the
girls in their Halloween costumes. The costumes fit their personalities! Sadie, the little sweet angel and Annie, the happy little devil!
Romeo and Isabelle - ADOPTED 2003
  
Renee and Shannon adopted Romeo and Isabelle (formerly Buddy and Nikki) back in 2003 to live with them in New Hampshire.
Sadly Isabelle has left them to wait at the rainbow bridge, but left them with many wonderful memories and Romeo continues to
melt their hearts!
Andre - ADOPTED 2002
Amelie - ADOPTED 2003
  
  
Andre and Amelie were adopted by Gail in 2002 and 2003. Andre is the red fawn/white markings IG with white stripe down his elegant head and neck. He has white socked paws and he smells like
heaven - a kind of warm, love powder smell. Andre loves everyone, especially children, even babies he kisses in their stroller. He
still searches for the kids he left when he was put up for adoption. He cuddles up to any willing child and won't budge. Andre is my
heart and Amelie my joy. Where Andre is delicate, royal and genteel, Amelie, his sister, is a punky, fiesty, brilliant one track minded
IG (FOOD). Highest IQ of any IG I've seen. Amelie is the sable/white IGwho looks elegant... but her appearance is deceiving. Amelie's
a little, adorable she-devil in sable dress with white gloves to her elbows. She climbs like a goat and has been known to get up on
tables and empty contents of dog treat bags and once, a bar of baking chocolate had us in the doggy ER She is an opportunist and a
scavenger. But after a puppyhood in which she was hit, it has taken awhile but now after 5 years she is no longer afraid of every adult
and child. She saw how kindly most people responded to her brother and decided she'd give human beings another try. Amelie is still too
smart and naughty at the first opportunity, but she is a love and gratefully licks my hand after I give her a drink of water. She has bouts
of gratitude when she showers me with kisses and won't stop. Amelie too smells like love powder. She was born March 16, 2003.
Andre June 16, 2001. My boy Andre was born 2 months after my soulmate, best friend of 25 years died. Devastated and in despair, I was told
I could FINALLY have a dog. I had grown up with an IG, Tina, who died in 1972 at 13. I had missed Tina for 30 years and miss her still.
And for 30 years I had to live in places that did not allow me to have any dogs even tiny ones. In December of 2002, Andre, my red fawn
boy pup came into my life through Mary Frankio, the IG's angel. And, as it turns out, Mary was to be my angel too. Andre's sweetness,
gentleness and love relieved my grief and brought tiny moments of joy back into my life. His adoration and warmth helped me piece together
this shattered heart. Amelie, came to me through Mary, one year later. Amelie walked into my apt and Andre's space and immediately stole
his toys, and treats. She has learned since. But I must say, any other brother would have chewed her to bits. Andre's tolerance for his
sister's naughty ways makes me marvel. I never forgot what Mary once told me that "Andre was one of the few male IG's that (she) allowed to
be with IG pups. I once saw a fiesty IG pup climbing up on Andre and trying to chew his tail and ears. As usual Andre took it in his stride
and with grace. What gifts my 2 IG pups have been to me. Andre and Amelie are a healing (not heeling) pair. Thank you Mary and Gina!
Piccolo - ADOPTED April 2002
The first iggy in the Reed household. As loyal as he is handsome, he is the love of our hearts!
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