Maine Greyhound Placement Services

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to care for the greyhounds at MGPS? Please consider getting more information and see about becoming a volunteer by calling Dawn at 557-3166

Click here to download the volunteer application

Donations needed to care for the greyhounds:

Liquid Laundry Detergent
Bleach (we use a lot of this every day!!)
Fabric Softener Sheets
Liquid Dish Detergent
Paper Towels
Toilet Paper
13 Gallon Trash Bags
55 Gallon Trash Bags
Kitty Litter (Non-clumping)
Canned Cat Food
Purina Dog Chow Complete-green bag (We go through a LOT of dog food!!)
Nylabones
Bottled Drinking Water
Collars and/or Leashes
Blankets and/or Towels
Monetary Donations always welcome

Thank you!!!

MGPS RELIES ON GENEROUS DONATIONS TO SUPPORT THE SHELTER

Please consider donating today through the 12x12 program or sponsor a dog for a month with Adopt a Crate. Become a member today.

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Events

For upcoming events please see calendar.

Retirement

Retired racing greyhounds are fantastic pets. They are gentle, curious, playful, and laid-back companions who want nothing more than to be with their humans. Consider adopting one of these beautiful hounds when you want unending love and devotion.

Adoption

Greyhounds make great pets. See our adoptable dogs here and schedule your appointment by calling (207) 626-2893.

SHOP - Get the perfect gift for your greyhound

Coats, boots, and snoods for your greyhound

Shop for Maine-made custom apparel for your greyhound or whippet at Greyhound Coats by Chrisanthemums.

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ADOPT - Find your new best friend

Adopt a retired greyhound in Maine

Adopting is a "greyt" way to add to your family. Greyhounds are sweet, inquisitive couch potatoes. They'll race right into your heart. MGPS is a no-kill shelter that prides itself on expertly matching hound with family.

Find Out About Adoptable Hounds
Find Out if a Greyhound is Right for You

Membership

Join Maine Greyhound Placement Services
By becoming a member of MGPS, you're not only helping provide care and support for the retired racers, you're entitled to some cool perks. Learn more about being a member of this group.

Become a Member

Donate

Donate to Maine Greyhound Placement Services
When you donate to MGPS, you're not just helping the current kennel dogs... you're providing financial assistance for future retired racers. Learn more about the different ways you can donate to MGPS.
Make a donation

Clinic

Vet care for greyhounds
The East Coast Greyhound Clinic is located near the kennel and provides medical assistance to the kennel as well as other pet agencies in Maine. Learn more about the clinic and what it can offer.
Learn more

Events

Want to learn more about greyhounds? Click below if you would like to find a meet-and-greet near you, learn about upcoming special events, and stay plugged in to what's going on with MGPS.
See the Schedule