Galgo Rescue International Network

Ken’s Story

Ken’s Story

It is important to tell certain stories of dogs that have a will to live and of the people who help them to a life of love, care and dignity. This is Ken’s story. Dedicated to Silvia Bordetas Gil and Tina Solerna February 9, 2011 – Ken is a galgo who was abandoned in the south of Spain. Roaming the streets their lives are at risk constantly. Ken was...

Bring coats and collars to Dewey to help the Galgos!

Bring coats and collars to Dewey to help the Galgos!

The Spanish galgos need your help! Please bring your used or surplus coats, collars and leashes to Dewey during Greyhounds Reach the Beach, and GRIN will send them to the shelters in Spain.  GRIN will have a collection point at 116 Clayton Street, the vending spot for Beth and Pete Wade.  Their hours will be Wednesday 5-8, and Thursday through Saturday 10-5....

Rigo, Rufo and Zeus Coming to the U.S.A.

Rigo, Rufo and Zeus Coming to the U.S.A.

G.R.I.N. is happy to announce that plans are in the works to bring three lucky galgos to the states November 2011 with the help of volunteer Fern Sinclair and her friend Amy Christopher who are picking up Fern’s galgo at Sandra Baas’s shelter in Cordoba. The three now have a secure and safe life to look forward to. Rigo has been waiting  for his...

Supplies for Galgos 112

Supplies for Galgos 112

G.R.I.N is happy  that we  were able to quickly take advantage of the notice that Rachel Orlyk of Galgos 112 Sevilla was coming to the states for a visit. We pooled some resources together for her to take back. She had specifically asked for muzzles, and our friends at Homestretch Greyhound Rescue in Fillmore CA responded immediately along with Dr. Herman, a...

Scooby Medina in dire need of help

Scooby Medina in dire need of help

Scooby Medina, the shelter that has become synonymous with galgos and galgo rescue, needs help — immediately. Recent changes in the region have dramatically reduced funding for the animal sanctuary, and without that income, Scooby will not be able to afford to care for its animals nor will they be able to help any of the dogs, cats or other creatures that...