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Meet Rosemarie

As Jacks-of-all-Trades go, Rosemarie Sima clearly stands out. If it can – and must – be done, Rosemarie has done it. She was kennel manager and medical coordinator for four years at GAC’s old Lakeside facility. She’s done turnout. She’s done landscaping. She was involved in merchandise sales. She’s answered phones. One of our on-call-we-need-you-now heroes, Rosemarie recently helped out at the photo shoot for next year’s calendar. Rosemarie has been associated with GAC for 27 years. She’s adopted seven greyhounds over the years and has been most prolific as a foster parent. She’s been a magnet for older dogs, bounce-backs and those with special needs. Rosemarie retired from her job, and while she has no adopted or foster greyhounds at the moment, she is “mom” to a 12-year-old Labrador (Cody). From all of us at the Greyhound Adoption Center, thank you so much, Rosemarie, for being a part of our special team of staff and volunteers!

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The Greyhound Adoption Center needs you! Volunteers are our lifeblood. A network of more than 200 people across California make our rescue and adoption programs work 365 days a year. We always need more help so there are plenty of ways you can find a role that fits your schedule and talents.

The biggest way you can help is by working turnout, which is when you feed and care for the dogs during a 3-hour shift. You're guaranteed lots of play time with the hounds, and this is the best way to work directly with them! If you're not physically able to help with turnout, we are also always looking for people to help with maintenance, office work, and events.

Submit an application to volunteer today!

Want to learn more about the do's and don'ts of volunteering? This video shows some of the do's and dont's for our Turnout volunteers and all those who handle the hounds. Check it out, whether you're looking to become a volunteer or just want a refresher!