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Greyhounds Only, Inc.'s Mission:
Match retired racing greyhounds with adoptive families in Illinois. However, there are always exceptions!

Some facts about retired greyhounds:

1) Retired racing greyhounds are gentle, sweet, good-natured dogs who can live in nearly every environment - from a city apartment to a sprawling country estate. Our adoption representatives help adopters find the hound that is right for them.

2) Greyhounds retire from their racing careers generally when they are anywhere between 2-5 years of age. Considering the average lifespan of a greyhound is 10-14 years, these pups still a lot of living left to do!

3) Considered to be 40-mph couch potatoes, most greyhounds are your stereotypical lazy dogs. Even an active greyhound typically has a lower energy level than many other breeds.

10/27/2026

For all of our amateur sommeliers out there: We're thrilled to announce that Vin Chicago’s fourth annual "Uncorking for a Cause" benefit weekend is returning this November 6th through the 8th! For the duration of the weekend, customers can select Greyhounds Only to support and Vin Chicago will donate back 10% to us.

How do I indicate which non-profit I want my purchases to support?
When shopping online, just put “Greyhounds Only” in the order comments at checkout. When shopping in-store, simply tell the Vin Chicago team member handling your check out that you’d like to support Greyhounds Only.

What purchases count towards eligible donations?
Any and all purchases made between November 6th and 8th are eligible - w**e, b**r, spirits, event tickets, and gift cards!

When is the event?
November 6th - 8th. Vin Chicago’s brick-and-mortar locations in Highland Park and Chicago are open Friday the 6th from 10am - 7pm, Saturday the 7th from 9am - 6pm, and Sunday the 8th from 11am 5pm. You can shop online at VinChicago.com 24 hours a day! Purchases made online must be made before midnight central time on the 8th to qualify.

10/26/2026

Windy City, meet streamlined dogs looking for their furever homes! Join us at Kriser's Natural Pet (2055 N. Clybourn Ave.) on Sunday, November 15th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to find out what the fuss is all about! There is so much fuss to be made over these whimsical deer-like creatures. All of the fuss.

Do you and your greyhound feel like joining the party and discussing your family’s greyhound-keeping experience with potential adopters? Sign up for a volunteer time slot at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040B48AFA92EABF94-66315127-meet #/ today!

10/24/2026

Who’s ready to have a frightfully good time in Highland Park tomorrow? You’ll be shocked to find out you can come see our hounds in their Halloween costumes impersonating a quiet herd of extremely alert baby deer at Kriser's Natural Pet in Highland Park (171 Skokie Valley Rd.) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.!

That’s tomorrow - Sunday, October 25th 2026, good fiends! 👻

Already have a house horse and want to get in on our spooky fun times? We welcome guys and ghouls of every kind! Sign up for a time slot at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040B48AFA92EABF94-65912038-meet now.

BEWARE: Don’t be haunted by the fact that you let the opportunity pass you by! 👀

10/19/2026

Please join us for a luxurious evening of delectable cocktails, entertainment, cheerful friends, and festive hors-d’oeuvres during the Christmas at Macy’s Benefit Event hosted by Greyhound Alliance at Chicago’s world-renowned Walnut Room! This soiree is coming up fast, so please make your reservations and mark your calendars for Thursday, November 12th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.! We can’t wait to see you all there!

Event location:

111 N. State St.
Chicago, IL

*For reservations, please send a check for $65 (per person) to:
Greyhound Alliance
P.O. Box 5803
River Forest, IL 60305

10/16/2026

Tomorrow – Saturday, 10/17: It’s the Greyhounds Only Social at Pollyanna Social!

📅 October 17, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Pollyanna Social
326 Main Street
Lemont, IL

We will be hanging out in the park across the street from Pollyanna Social, and while there are a few picnic tables, we highly recommend bringing your own chairs!

Please remember to bring only greyhounds with you for the safety and enjoyment of all of the other dogs in attendance. If your greyhound is scared of loud noise, it may be best to leave your four-legged friend at home, since the park is adjacent to train tracks which can be very noisy.

Make sure to make it by 2 p.m. to get in on all of the fun prizes, shop for jewelry at Bejeweled Brass Relics, and to find out what the surprise activity is!

If you have any questions, you can reach out to Wendy at [email protected]. See you soon!

10/14/2026

We are getting in a mingling mood with the Greyhounds Only Social at Pollyanna Social only a few days away!

If you are planning on bringing your dog, please only bring him/her if she/he is a greyhound. We ask because we want to make sure the event can be as enjoyable as possible for everyone. While it is being held in a public park, and there may be other dogs walking through or nearby, we do ask that the Social itself remain "greyhounds only."

We know that some of our hounds aren't small-dog friendly or comfortable around other breeds, and we want to make sure all of our greyhounds can enjoy a safe, fun, and relaxing afternoon. Thank you so much for understanding and helping us keep this a greyhound-friendly gathering! ❤️

A heads-up about the train tracks!
Pollyanna Social and the park are very close to the train tracks. If your hound is sensitive to loud noises, please keep this in mind when deciding whether to bring them.

Don't forget your chairs!
We HIGHLY recommend bringing your own camp chairs and blankets! There will be some tables available, but they tend to fill up quickly.

📅 Saturday, October 17th
⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Pollyanna Social
326 Main Street
Lemont, IL

We'll be gathering in the park directly across the alley from Pollyanna Social!

Please contact Wendy at [email protected] with any questions!

10/10/2026

Don’t miss it! Come caress the silken ears and gaze into the gentle eyes of our greyhounds! We will be hanging out at Kriser's Natural Pet (2055 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago) tomorrow, Sunday, October 11th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. along with many of our lovely, elegant needle-nosed weirdos. Never seen one before in person? There’s no time like the present!

Already have a greyhound in the family and want to share the many ways in which it has infinitely altered your life for the better? Join us! The more the merrier. Sign up for a volunteer time slot at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040B48AFA92EABF94-66234127-oct #/ now!

10/09/2026

The Greyhounds Only Social at Pollyanna Social is coming up fast!

Come enjoy a pint and pinch of greyhound comradery, a Silent Auction, Raffle Baskets, 50/50 Raffle, and our Raise Your B**r Live Auction, featuring the opportunity to win the right to name that adorable puppy! Plus, Bejeweled Brass Relics will be there with lovely handmade jewelry available for purchase. Last but not least - we will have an additional fun, surprise activity!

So, make sure to go to Pollyanna Social at 326 Main Street in Lemont, IL on Saturday, October 17th between noon and 4 p.m. to find out what it could possibly be!

If anyone has any questions about the Social, please contact Wendy at [email protected].

10/05/2026

🎃 Spooky season is upon us! And you’ve got to admit…greyhounds were made for this vibe! 👻

Shop now for some new ghoulish gear at Greyhound Coffee Company using our special link http://greyhoundcoffeecompany.com/greyhoundsonly, and Greyhounds Only gets 15% of the purchase! Go ahead, take a peek – we dare you! But enter at your own risk…this swag is killer!

Address

539 West Roosevelt Road #1003
Glen Ellyn, IL
60137

Telephone

+18474219828

Website

http://www.greyhoundsonly.com/

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