The following listing is of services or products that have been recommended to GreySave by greyhound adopters. These companies have requested that we add them to our website. Like with any service, we believe you should do your own due diligence and ask for references from other greyhound adopters. We have compiled this list at the request of and as a service to our adopters.
Dog Dental Products and Plaque Fighting Methods
Ways to Reduce Plaque Build-up
Plaque reducing diet: If you greyhound’s tummy will allow, there are some special brands of kibble that claim to reduce the plaque and tartar accumulation either via the size of the kibble or enzymes within the diet. But, in general, course and crunchy kibble and snacks work best.
Avoid soft or sticky dog food unless your greyhound can’t chew their food.
Brushing/wiping: use a soft tooth brush, a rough 2x2 gauze or paper towel to wipe along the gum line to disrupt the biofilm and reduce plaque formation. Some greyhounds are just fine with you using an electric toothbrush.
Water additives: an example would be Oratene (by Biotene), which claims to control plaque and tartar just by adding to daily drinking water.
Rinsing: a special syringe with a curved tip and warm water can be used along the upper and lower gum lines. C.E.T. Oral Hygiene Rinse contains chlorhexidine and comes with a curved syringe. It can be used daily to help reduce plaque and bacteria and freshen breath.
Spraying: Get a small spray bottle from a beauty supply place and fill it with Dentahex Oral Rinse. Spray on their teeth, especially the back teeth, after every meal and after wiping away any excess food. This product also contains chlorhexidine.
Products designed to help heal the gums: 1-TDC (1 TetraDeconal Complex): This product has been recommended by one of our local veterinary dentists and can be ordered on line. It can be used for gum and/or joint care. But when the gel-cap is opened and spread across the gums it works on the gums. The manufacturer claims the product operates at a cellular level to heal the gums.
Ways for Dogs to Help Clean Their Own Teeth
Chews: some digestible chews, such as Greenies and C.E.T. Chews Hextra, claim to reduce calculus and contain chlorhexidine that may provide up to 24 hours of antimicrobial action. Additionally these products have a scaling action as they are crewed.
Chicken feet – Raw - these can be purchased at some Asian and Mexican grocery stores, either raw or frozen. Your best bet is to defrost a few and give them two a day or maybe a couple with every meal!
Chicken feet – Freeze dried - to locate some, just check for dehydrated chicken feet on the Internet. Watch for made in the USA.
Raw bones – never cooked as they splinter - Raw feeders have found that raw, meaty bones including duck and turkey necks or frames will also reduce plaque and tartar. If you use raw bones, please watch to see make sure they are a good size to gnaw on but not choke on. Other cautions are that unless your dog is an only-dog they can get very possessive and fights can break out. Plus your dog needs to be monitored closely as some bones are so tough and the dog get so possessed by them that they could break a tooth.
Plaque reducing diet: If you greyhound’s tummy will allow, there are some special brands of kibble that claim to reduce the plaque and tartar accumulation either via the size of the kibble or enzymes within the diet. But, in general, course and crunchy kibble and snacks work best.
Avoid soft or sticky dog food unless your greyhound can’t chew their food.
Brushing/wiping: use a soft tooth brush, a rough 2x2 gauze or paper towel to wipe along the gum line to disrupt the biofilm and reduce plaque formation. Some greyhounds are just fine with you using an electric toothbrush.
Water additives: an example would be Oratene (by Biotene), which claims to control plaque and tartar just by adding to daily drinking water.
Rinsing: a special syringe with a curved tip and warm water can be used along the upper and lower gum lines. C.E.T. Oral Hygiene Rinse contains chlorhexidine and comes with a curved syringe. It can be used daily to help reduce plaque and bacteria and freshen breath.
Spraying: Get a small spray bottle from a beauty supply place and fill it with Dentahex Oral Rinse. Spray on their teeth, especially the back teeth, after every meal and after wiping away any excess food. This product also contains chlorhexidine.
Products designed to help heal the gums: 1-TDC (1 TetraDeconal Complex): This product has been recommended by one of our local veterinary dentists and can be ordered on line. It can be used for gum and/or joint care. But when the gel-cap is opened and spread across the gums it works on the gums. The manufacturer claims the product operates at a cellular level to heal the gums.
Ways for Dogs to Help Clean Their Own Teeth
Chews: some digestible chews, such as Greenies and C.E.T. Chews Hextra, claim to reduce calculus and contain chlorhexidine that may provide up to 24 hours of antimicrobial action. Additionally these products have a scaling action as they are crewed.
Chicken feet – Raw - these can be purchased at some Asian and Mexican grocery stores, either raw or frozen. Your best bet is to defrost a few and give them two a day or maybe a couple with every meal!
Chicken feet – Freeze dried - to locate some, just check for dehydrated chicken feet on the Internet. Watch for made in the USA.
Raw bones – never cooked as they splinter - Raw feeders have found that raw, meaty bones including duck and turkey necks or frames will also reduce plaque and tartar. If you use raw bones, please watch to see make sure they are a good size to gnaw on but not choke on. Other cautions are that unless your dog is an only-dog they can get very possessive and fights can break out. Plus your dog needs to be monitored closely as some bones are so tough and the dog get so possessed by them that they could break a tooth.
Dog Photography Services
Crackerdog Photography - Specializing in photographing your retired greyhound. Photo sessions are private and held at your home or at a location you and your pups prefer. "Twilight" photo shoots available upon request.
Phone: (310) 753-8858 Email: steve@crackerdogphotography.com
Fly Dog Photography - Specializing in portrait and action dog photography in the greater Los Angeles area. Studio portraiture in La Verne, CA. Action photos at the Huntington Dog Beach, your local park, or, location to be arranged.
Phone: (626) 429-9077 Email: flydogphotos@me.com
Phone: (310) 753-8858 Email: steve@crackerdogphotography.com
Fly Dog Photography - Specializing in portrait and action dog photography in the greater Los Angeles area. Studio portraiture in La Verne, CA. Action photos at the Huntington Dog Beach, your local park, or, location to be arranged.
Phone: (626) 429-9077 Email: flydogphotos@me.com
Dog Sitting and Walking Services
Melissa Maroff - Walk with the Animals Dog Walking & Pet Sitting - Service area - Burbank, east SFV and surroundings. - Services: Pet walking and sitting - has over 15 years experience in professional pet care. In spare time is pet rescue volunteer and a writer for the LA's Pet Press. Phone: 818 644 0781.
Melissa Spiering via Rover.com – Corona - Service area see her Rover listing. A GreySave adopter - Services: Provides in her home boarding for up to 2 greyhounds or in-client housesitting for more than two. Home has a large yard, high fencing, doggy door and lots of dog beds inside and out. Can provide for daily walks and give medications. She is a greyhound adopter and they also have a smaller dog. The greyhound must be small dog tolerant and is required to meet the family dogs prior to boarding to make sure everyone gets along. Melissa is a member of the Rover.com network. Check rates and availability on the link Rover link and book early to get the dates you need. Phone: (951) 403-2619
Sandy Huse - Eagle Rock - Service area is a 10-mile radius around Eagle Rock, includes NE LA, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Hollywood hills, Atwater Village, Silver Lake, and Highland Park. Sandy is a GreySave adopter - Services - Overnight pet sitting in your home; will board dogs at her home but ONLY if they are cat friendly; does some dog walking, animal transportation to vet (non-emergency), groomer, dog park, etc. No breed preference but is a long time greyhound adopter and occasional GreySave foster home. Phone: (323) 637-2312 Email: askzeldaagain@gmail.com for availability, pricing and references.
Jon Adams - Palm Springs - Service area Palm Springs primarily for greyhounds! Jon is a GreySave adopter - Services - overnight boarding of only two greys at a time. Will pick up within 25 miles. Has worked with retired Greyhounds for 35 years. Never away from the house for any length of time and give them the loving care they need.. Special eating habits and medical needs personally attended to with.
Roberta Guerrero - Sand Canyon/Santa Clarita - In home Boarding at their fully fence rural home. Services: This is a breed specific boarding facility and they only take greyhounds and golden retrievers as that is the kind of hounds Roberta and her family have fostered or adopted for many years. Their boarding business is called For the Love of Dogs and was created to give loving owners another option instead of traditional kenneling. For more information just check their website at For the Love of Dogs
Alicia Harris - Van Nuys - Service area is Greater LA, the SF valley, Calabasas and surrounding areas. Alicia is from Orlando, Florida, where she worked with Greyhound Pets of America/Greater Orlando for 19 years and has done housesitting for 12. Services: In your home day and overnight care of your greyhounds or other pets. Also walking and in home care tasks in conjunction with house sitting. Is very greyhound experienced so will care for your older and special needs hounds. Phone: (321) 303-9440 Email: atharris71985@gmail.com for availability, pricing and references.
Laurie King - Valley Glen - In-home boarding plus “Training with Love for Canines”. Laurie's home is on 1/2 acre and this is her full-time business, so the dogs have someone with them almost all of the time. This is an all-breed boarding home so dogs must be social with other dogs. They receive good manners training while they are there and get lots of love and playtime. Laurie has 30 years dog training experience and has been boarding dogs for 10 years. She has also fostered greyhounds. Phone: (818) 205-8686 Email: king39913@gmail.com.
Melissa Spiering via Rover.com – Corona - Service area see her Rover listing. A GreySave adopter - Services: Provides in her home boarding for up to 2 greyhounds or in-client housesitting for more than two. Home has a large yard, high fencing, doggy door and lots of dog beds inside and out. Can provide for daily walks and give medications. She is a greyhound adopter and they also have a smaller dog. The greyhound must be small dog tolerant and is required to meet the family dogs prior to boarding to make sure everyone gets along. Melissa is a member of the Rover.com network. Check rates and availability on the link Rover link and book early to get the dates you need. Phone: (951) 403-2619
Sandy Huse - Eagle Rock - Service area is a 10-mile radius around Eagle Rock, includes NE LA, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Hollywood hills, Atwater Village, Silver Lake, and Highland Park. Sandy is a GreySave adopter - Services - Overnight pet sitting in your home; will board dogs at her home but ONLY if they are cat friendly; does some dog walking, animal transportation to vet (non-emergency), groomer, dog park, etc. No breed preference but is a long time greyhound adopter and occasional GreySave foster home. Phone: (323) 637-2312 Email: askzeldaagain@gmail.com for availability, pricing and references.
Jon Adams - Palm Springs - Service area Palm Springs primarily for greyhounds! Jon is a GreySave adopter - Services - overnight boarding of only two greys at a time. Will pick up within 25 miles. Has worked with retired Greyhounds for 35 years. Never away from the house for any length of time and give them the loving care they need.. Special eating habits and medical needs personally attended to with.
Roberta Guerrero - Sand Canyon/Santa Clarita - In home Boarding at their fully fence rural home. Services: This is a breed specific boarding facility and they only take greyhounds and golden retrievers as that is the kind of hounds Roberta and her family have fostered or adopted for many years. Their boarding business is called For the Love of Dogs and was created to give loving owners another option instead of traditional kenneling. For more information just check their website at For the Love of Dogs
Alicia Harris - Van Nuys - Service area is Greater LA, the SF valley, Calabasas and surrounding areas. Alicia is from Orlando, Florida, where she worked with Greyhound Pets of America/Greater Orlando for 19 years and has done housesitting for 12. Services: In your home day and overnight care of your greyhounds or other pets. Also walking and in home care tasks in conjunction with house sitting. Is very greyhound experienced so will care for your older and special needs hounds. Phone: (321) 303-9440 Email: atharris71985@gmail.com for availability, pricing and references.
Laurie King - Valley Glen - In-home boarding plus “Training with Love for Canines”. Laurie's home is on 1/2 acre and this is her full-time business, so the dogs have someone with them almost all of the time. This is an all-breed boarding home so dogs must be social with other dogs. They receive good manners training while they are there and get lots of love and playtime. Laurie has 30 years dog training experience and has been boarding dogs for 10 years. She has also fostered greyhounds. Phone: (818) 205-8686 Email: king39913@gmail.com.
Dog Training Services
Rebecca Setler Private Training for dogs and Their People - Los Angeles - Her site says, "Need some help? I specialize in obedience training, puppy training, housebreaking and behavior problem solving for pet dogs. With more than 20 years of experience as a certified professional dog trainer, I can help you to transform even the naughtiest dog into the dog of your dreams."
The Mischievous Dog - group classes in Chino and Yorba Linda but private training Corona and surrounding area. Services include basis obedience, behavior modification and agility. Contact Lysa Knight Goguen at 951-287-5652
The Mischievous Dog - group classes in Chino and Yorba Linda but private training Corona and surrounding area. Services include basis obedience, behavior modification and agility. Contact Lysa Knight Goguen at 951-287-5652
Greyhound Wear
Brocks Greyhound Supply - American vendor of Greyhound muzzles and associated track gear in greyt colors.
K-9 Designs - K-9 Designs specialize in strong, durable and humane-safe custom made Martingale collars and beautiful designer dog coats made especially for Greyhounds, Whippets and other Sighthound dog breeds. They also sell a variety of dog related items such as leashes, muzzles, metal & wood gate signs, toys, statues, and other products.
Keeping Doggie Safe - Here you will find everything from dog apparel, to walking gear, to first aid and health items, and travel gear.
Martin's Martingale Collars - Martin's Martingale Collars offer beautiful martingale collars and fashionable fleece coats to make your hound not only look stylish but feel comfortable, too.
Two Hound Design - Martingale Collars, Tag collars, and Freedom No Pull Harnesses. The kind GreySave uses for all our new hounds.
Woodrow Wear Dog Socks - Hounds can wear these socks under their Thera-paws or alone. Company offers 3 styles, the original, Reinforced toe socks and the Advanced with a reinforced foot for other foot conditions either indoor & out. They offer a special sizing for greyhound feet.
K-9 Designs - K-9 Designs specialize in strong, durable and humane-safe custom made Martingale collars and beautiful designer dog coats made especially for Greyhounds, Whippets and other Sighthound dog breeds. They also sell a variety of dog related items such as leashes, muzzles, metal & wood gate signs, toys, statues, and other products.
Keeping Doggie Safe - Here you will find everything from dog apparel, to walking gear, to first aid and health items, and travel gear.
Martin's Martingale Collars - Martin's Martingale Collars offer beautiful martingale collars and fashionable fleece coats to make your hound not only look stylish but feel comfortable, too.
Two Hound Design - Martingale Collars, Tag collars, and Freedom No Pull Harnesses. The kind GreySave uses for all our new hounds.
Woodrow Wear Dog Socks - Hounds can wear these socks under their Thera-paws or alone. Company offers 3 styles, the original, Reinforced toe socks and the Advanced with a reinforced foot for other foot conditions either indoor & out. They offer a special sizing for greyhound feet.
Speciality Food for Dogs
Harmony Farms - La Crescenta CA - They specialize in hormone-free beef, free-range turkey, lamb and chicken for humans but also sell raw (frozen) food for dogs and great bones including beef mix, chicken & duck necks. They also carry a special dog mix designed by Dr. Banford a holistic vet in Sunland. See their website for more information but you may have to call them to get a copy of the dog food selection.
Suggested Products and Medications
*These items have been used by GreySave adopters and are NOT officially recommended by organization. GreySave is not liable or responsible for the use of any of the below products.
*These items have been used by GreySave adopters and are NOT officially recommended by organization. GreySave is not liable or responsible for the use of any of the below products.
Sileo is an FDA approved, effective remedy for anxiety and noise issues. A gel that is introduced into the buccal cavity (back corner of the upper lip above the gums) in a pre-filed syringe, it inhibits adrenaline production so the anxiety is kept at a minimum or not at all. The effects last for about three hours and is not intended as a sedative.
