Greyhound Compassion Support to Spain

In Spain, galgos (Spanish greyhounds) are bred indiscriminately in their tens of thousands in the hope of producing one that will become the national coursing champion.  Until recently, it was an annual tradition for the galgueros (owners/breeders of galgos) to kill their galgos by hanging them in the pine forests at the end of the annual coursing season.  Nowadays, thanks to widespread publicity, the hangings have virtually come to an end.  However, thousands of galgos are cast off by their owners to animal shelters or simply abandoned, when they are no longer useful and after having been kept in less than perfect conditions.

Campaign groups are constantly pressing for improved care of the galgos in the hands of the hunters, as well as urging the Spanish government to ensure animal welfare legislation (Article 337 of the Penal Code) is enforced. Galgos are protected under Article 337 of the Penal Code. This is a federal law and overrules any regional/autonomous laws.

Greyhound Compassion supports the work of Protectora de Animales SCOOBY in Spain.  Scooby is a large animal shelter taking care of the galgos.  Greyhound Compassion provides funding and practical help for the galgos in Scooby's care.

Scooby's 20th Anniversary

Dear friends of Scooby

Twenty years ago Scooby started as a local initiative of brave people that carried buckets of water from their home to a ruin, to care for sheltered stray dogs. Since then, developments have never ceased to take place, and in the 21st century Scooby represents a safe haven for hundreds of dogs, cats and several other species that need help.
Thanks to national, but especially international support.

That is why we have decided to celebrate everything we accomplished in the past years this summer. This event will take place in Belgium, because we wanted to choose the most central location between the countries where most of our supporters live. Our Belgian friends from the Tornado's, department Ieper, have offered to take the organisation of this festivity upon them. The Tornado's is an association that undertakes several events at the benefit of animals in need, and they are specialised in organising these kinds of festivals.

Obviously we have invited all partner organisations that co-operate with us for the same goal. We are delighted that most organisations have promised their attendance. And we would also like to welcome you, as a friend of Scooby. The success we have obtained was only possible thanks to all the people who have made an effort over these past years to support us and our work.

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The Tornado's present:
Scooby's 20th Anniversary

Sunday the 31st of August 2008

Location: O.C. Vlamertinge
Poperingseweg 383
8908 Vlamertinge, Belgium
(the exact location is under reservation and will be confirmed in the first week of March)

Programme:
- 11.30: doors open
- 11.45: word of welcome and start entertainment
- 12.00: jambon braisé buffet or vegetarian dish
- 14.30: dog walk
- 19:00: end

During this day there will be plenty of entertainment for dogs and owners, among which live music, entertainment for kids, free body care for your dog, nutritional advice and much more! There will also be stands from Scooby and partner organisations, where useful articles and information will be offered.

On behalf of Scooby there will be employees and volunteers from Belgium, Canada, Germany, France, The Netherlands and Spain (Barcelona and Medina del Campo), among which of course Fermín Pérez.

Participating partner organisations, in alphabetical order:
- Greyhound Compassion, (United Kingdom)
- Greyhound Protection International, (Germany)
- Greyhound Rescue Intenational Network, (United States)
- Greyhounds in Nood (The Netherlands)
- Les Fils Du Vent, (France/Belgium)
- New Graceland, (Switzerland)
- SOS Levriers (France)
- WSPA (global)

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Participation without buffet
The entrance fee is € 2,- per person, registration possible on arrival

Participation including buffet
If you want to enjoy the buffet the costs are, including the entrance fee:
- € 12,- for adults
- € 8,- for children under 12 years of age

Obviously all the funds will be used at the benefit of the animals in Scooby.

For more information and bookings please visit our website www.scoobymedina.com

See you the 31st of August!