Amazing news! Track closures bring new life to host communities

Dear Friends,

With Florida greyhounds crossing the finish line on New Year’s Eve, it’s time to celebrate the most energetic period ever in the fight to end dog racing! Over the last several years, a total of 43 American dog tracks have been closed down, tens of thousands of greyhounds saved from cruelty and death, and we have witnessed an explosion of community growth.

Watch my interview about the happy ending for greyhounds following the closure of twelve dog tracks in the Sunshine State.

Today, we are happy to report that the former Florida dog tracks are already being redeveloped for better purposes. The Sarasota Kennel Club property will soon be home to a Circle K Super Store, a car wash and open space. In Orlando, the track is under contract for mixed use housing and retail outlets. The Naples track is coming down for restaurants and more. The Palm Beach Kennel Club, which raced until the end, has promised to provide jobs to its 500 employees as part of its own redevelopment plan. Owner Pat Rooney speaks of a "new era" at his old dog track.

To celebrate this marvelous progress and to help raise needed funds for our continuing fight, we invite you to participate in our new Greyhound Love auction.

You can bid on beautiful art such as a multi-media collage , gleaming copper greyhound figurine , vintage ceramic hound , and a precious signed etching by Australia’s Catherine Tait or a dazzling acrylic by Florida artist Ramona Patterson.

Bid now in our greyhound love auction

We are also offering unique jewelry and apparel for you and your hound. The silver necklace , elegant rhinestone pin and rings make perfect accessories for the classic t-shirt and soft fleece jacket all up for bid in this special auction. Eight beautiful greyhound coats as well as eight Martingale collars , many jeweled, are also available so that you and your hound can promenade together in style!

Be sure to bid on the many collector’s items included in this special auction. World traveler Joyce Carta has donated a Somalian greyhound coin necklace , Barbara Tripp of Ohio provided a knit hat from England and Helene Jones of Florida parted with her Greyhound Beanie Baby!

Finally, we are happy to include multiple greyhound-themed face masks. Be sure to look for the heart-themed items here and throughout out our Greyhound Love auction.

Bid now and make this the happiest Valentine’s Day ever for you and your special someone.

For the hounds,

Christine Dorchak signature

Christine A. Dorchak, Esq.
President
GREY2K USA Worldwide

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