Greyhound Program Educates Public About Breed

There are numerous misconceptions about Greyhounds and Hopkinton-based animal welfare nonprofit Greyhound Friends is doing their best to educate the public about this gentle, graceful breed.

The Greyhound Friends Educational Outreach Program’s core message stresses kindness to animals and the value of involvement in one’s community, while educating students about the unique history and characteristics of the greyhound breed. A team of trained presenters and dogs travel to elementary schools, libraries, and other community locations throughout New England teaching children and families about greyhounds and hounds.

“The reaction to the program has been tremendous,” said Greyhound Friends Founder Louise Coleman. “It’s a way for us to reach out to communities throughout New England, meet wonderful people, while educating people young and old about this beautiful breed of dog. The students especially love that they can reach out and touch a living, breathing greyhound.”

The program lasts approximately 50-60 minutes and features question and answer sessions. There’s no charge to bring The Greyhound Friends Educational Outreach Program to a school or group.

Please call 508-435-5969 or visit www.greyhound.org for more information on the program. Greyhound Friends Inc.is a small non-profit organization dedicated to placing racetrack greyhounds, hound crosses, lurchers, galgos, and beagles in good homes. Since its inception in 1983, Greyhound Friends has found homes for thousands of dogs!