Ride to Rescue - Gumtree Greys
Long ride for the long dogs!!!
Hi, my name is Keegan Emmons and throughout 2020 my wife and I have been involved in the foster of greyhounds through Gumtree Greys. As a keen road cyclist, I thought I could help to support this fantastic charity.
My plan is to ride 322 km on my road bicycle in a single day (14th of March 2021) to reinforce the milestone of 322 greyhounds rescued by Gumtree Greys in 2020.
Thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me and many other greyhound supporters.
Mission Statement provided by Gumtree Greys
Gumtree Greys rescues and rehomes greyhounds from a variety of sources across eastern Australia, with a primary focus on regional pounds and directly from trainers
The majority of greyhounds in Australia are destroyed once they finish racing. Additionally, many more are killed at a young age because they don’t ‘make the grade’ in competitive racing, or are born with conditions that will prevent them from racing at all.
Unregulated overbreeding of greyhounds is a significant issue in Australia and accounts for large numbers of greyhounds being killed unnecessarily. Many pure breeds of dog are subjected to being used as ‘puppy farms’ to meet demand. As greyhounds are bred purely for racing purposes, the number of greyhounds used as ‘puppy farm’ style breeders far exceeds those of any other dog breed in Australia.
In addition to our rescue and rehoming work, Gumtree Greys also focuses on education and awareness of the tragic plight of these beautiful, gentle dogs and aims to change the public misperception of greyhounds in the community.
Gumtree Greys is run by volunteers who are dedicated to the cause of rescuing and rehoming greyhounds. We rehome as many dogs as possible within our limited financial and human resources capacity. Due to the very nature of our rescue locations being over a large geographical area and predominantly regional, the costs incurred for transport and temporary kennelling have a severe financial impact. We rely significantly on the generosity of donations to continue our valuable work in rescuing and rehoming unwanted and/or retired racing greyhounds. The welfare of the dogs is our primary focus at all times, and accordingly we do whatever it takes to transport and care for our rescue dogs in the most appropriate way to ensure their safe transition to a new life.
All funds will be directly transferred to Gumtree Greys on the 14th of March 2021 to the bank details provided.
Hi, my name is Keegan Emmons and throughout 2020 my wife and I have been involved in the foster of greyhounds through Gumtree Greys. As a keen road cyclist, I thought I could help to support this fantastic charity.
My plan is to ride 322 km on my road bicycle in a single day (14th of March 2021) to reinforce the milestone of 322 greyhounds rescued by Gumtree Greys in 2020.
Thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me and many other greyhound supporters.
Mission Statement provided by Gumtree Greys
Gumtree Greys rescues and rehomes greyhounds from a variety of sources across eastern Australia, with a primary focus on regional pounds and directly from trainers
The majority of greyhounds in Australia are destroyed once they finish racing. Additionally, many more are killed at a young age because they don’t ‘make the grade’ in competitive racing, or are born with conditions that will prevent them from racing at all.
Unregulated overbreeding of greyhounds is a significant issue in Australia and accounts for large numbers of greyhounds being killed unnecessarily. Many pure breeds of dog are subjected to being used as ‘puppy farms’ to meet demand. As greyhounds are bred purely for racing purposes, the number of greyhounds used as ‘puppy farm’ style breeders far exceeds those of any other dog breed in Australia.
In addition to our rescue and rehoming work, Gumtree Greys also focuses on education and awareness of the tragic plight of these beautiful, gentle dogs and aims to change the public misperception of greyhounds in the community.
Gumtree Greys is run by volunteers who are dedicated to the cause of rescuing and rehoming greyhounds. We rehome as many dogs as possible within our limited financial and human resources capacity. Due to the very nature of our rescue locations being over a large geographical area and predominantly regional, the costs incurred for transport and temporary kennelling have a severe financial impact. We rely significantly on the generosity of donations to continue our valuable work in rescuing and rehoming unwanted and/or retired racing greyhounds. The welfare of the dogs is our primary focus at all times, and accordingly we do whatever it takes to transport and care for our rescue dogs in the most appropriate way to ensure their safe transition to a new life.
All funds will be directly transferred to Gumtree Greys on the 14th of March 2021 to the bank details provided.
Organizer
Keegan Emmons
Organizer
Seddon, VIC
Gumtree Greys LTD
Beneficiary