July, 2003
Happy Fourth of July!
We hope you have a safe and sane celebration. In getting ready for the 4th, don't forget our Greys have sensitive ears and the loud noise from the fireworks can really set them off. We'd like to remind everyone that music or the television will help drown the noise of the fireworks and closing all windows and doors during the evening of the fourth would be helpful for greyhounds and humans, not to mention your other pets. Then, there is always Rescue Remedy , that can be given to the Greys to take the edge off their stress. Watch your BBQs for surfing greys. Burnt noses are not pretty . However, your grey might like to share your watermelon (take out the seeds) and vanilla ice cream as a special treat!!!

Remember to take lots of pictures of all the fun things you do with your Grey on the Fourth or any other time, and send them to Jennifer via e-mail through the web site under the Photo Gallery. By-the-way, if you missed anything or need to see if you missed anything, you can pull up new and old newsletters at any time on the web. Also, we'd like to make our newsletter as interactive as possible, so if you can think of anything to add or suggest please, again, contact Jennifer. Our web site is still www.greyhoundadoptioncalifornia.com.

HOT WEATHER TIPS!
Help your grey to cool off with a dip in a kiddie pool and ice in the water bowl. Be also mindful not to leave your grey in a hot car, even for 5 minutes. Cars heat up very fast, even parked in the shade with the windows cracked open. You don't want that on your conscience. One trick, if you have to leave your Grey in the car, is to carry a spare set of keys. Park in a shady spot and lock the car with the engine and air conditioning running. With the spare set of keys, you can get back into the car. Walking in the evening is a greyt way for both you and you hound to keep in shape without the heat of the pavement on their feet. During the day, concrete pavement and particularly asphalt pavement can get so hot, they will burn the pads of Grey feet.

New Adoptions!
CONGRATULATIONS to our new adopters:

Ian Ayers adopter Shady (Mr. Scott). Ian and Shady are going to go off to college together in the fall. What fun!

Alan Gray and Cheryl Ascarrunz went down to the big picnic in La Habra and adopted Neo (Mahallo). He is a wonderful red brindle male and will be fun to get to know at our South Bay romps.

Thank you for giving these boys wonderful new "Forever Homes."
UPCOMING EVENTS
July 2nd is the "1st Wednesday of the Month Street Party" in Pleasanton. Everyone feel free to show up. For information as to location, contact Jim & Carolyn Shofstahl at jshofstahl@mindspring.com.

On July 12th and 13th (if it's not too hot) is the "Fine Art & Craft Festival" in San Juan Bautista. To sign up or for more information please contact Sherrlyn.

Also, in July is the "Pooch Pow Wow" in Fremont. It's on July 19 from 10am to 4pm. It will be held in the Niles Community Park, located at Third and "H" Street. Registration starts at 9am, so be sure to arrive early as parking can be a little difficult. For sign ups please contact Jim & Carolyn Shofstahl.
Get Well Soon!
We'd like to wish speedy recovery to Brittney, Guiness and Killian. We hope they're back on their paws soon.
You Say It's Your Birthday!
We'd like to wish all the July babies a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Aston Marten, Astro, Abby, Emma, Mi-Nell, Gracie, Gromit, King, Scottie, Chica, Baja, Cindy, Chai, Diamond, Katy Bell, Percy, Goldeen, Tappan, Amanda, Giulette & Sophie.
Hope all of you have a splashing good Birthday!
Calling all Fosters!
August is coming and we are still in need of fosters. If you are interested and available, let us know asap. We need to get an idea of how many we have so we can do a real transport. Also, if you are interested in helping with transporting, contact Dick Dunne at dogmum@valleyip.net.
Have a very wonderful 4th and hopefully a cool July!