August 11th, Dog Wash & Hot Dog Day brought in a whopping $871.00! A portion of it went towards a gazebo to use for our events, and we will likely get a second one as well. The remainder of the proceeds will go directly towards the vet bill. Michaela, Judy and I would again like to thank Gay Wilkes, Kim Cartier & Mike Koupriyanov, Julia Purvis-Scaletta, and Tara MacCoy & her family for volunteering a good part of their day with us. Together with all the other people who donated items for our hot dog sale made it a HUGE success!

We would also like to thank Kim Gibson and the ladies at “A Doggie Spaw” for volunteering their services to HSH, and to the two clowns who also brought smiles to our day. I am just adding a few more photos below, and the rest will be added to the website whenever Warren gets a chance to do so.

Bud, Spud & Steak fundraiser – November 2010

The Bud, Spud & Steak held at the Palomino Club on Nov. 6/10 was a huge success! It was well attended and 190 meal tickets were sold. A HUGE round of applause goes out to all the dedicated volunteers of Hi-Speed Hounds, and to the people who bought tickets and supported us in any way. We made enough that evening to pay off the remainder of our hefty vet bill at the Animal Hospital of Manitoba with a little left over to go towards the one with Best Friends Vet Clinic!

We had an enormous assortment of gift certificates and items donated towards our silent auction that made our event unique and memorable. Our own numerous Greyhound volunteers were incredibly generous with both their time and their donations. However, we would also like to thank the following people and businesses who also supported us as we strive to get everyone involved again for next year’s event!

D’Arcy’s Arc Sustainable Fitness Cheryl Halvarson Tony’s Massage Costco A Doggie Spaw Reinhard Jorek Boston Terrier Pug Rescue Gay Wilkes Gail Harding Lynn Pet Professionals

Aruba Massage Lakeridge Canine Camp Ruff House Boarding Kennel & Training Centre Sobeys – various stores in the city Manitoba Public Insurance Jim Gauthier Chevrolet Safeway Best West Palomino Club Barb Almer & Rick Rouleau Tim Horton’s Billabong Restaurant

Rescue Ink in Winnipeg – September 2010

The crew from Rescue Ink visited Winnipeg to raise awareness of animal rescues and help promote local groups. Hi Speed had a booth and several hounds were on hand to chat with people and of course gets lots of rubs.

Dragon Boat Races – July 2010

Chris and Shelia and their team of paddlers were in fine form, representing Hi-Speed Hounds! Their tent was set up near the docks, complete with enough food and water to feed an army! Judy & Ray Starr came out with Carly, Missy & Dot, Gina Wedel & Chris Rempel came out with Octane, Ilona was there with Odie, and Michaela came out on both days with different Greys each time. (Amos on Saturday; Moe, and Carebear on Sunday.)

The festival was held at Manitoba’s Water Ski Park 365 Murdock Rd. (off of Dugald).

HSC Foundation has created a $30,000 “River City Dragon Boat Festival Research Award” which will allow researchers to apply for funding within their specific area of research.

Currently research is being conducted in such areas as chronic Hepatitis C Virus, Kidney and Liver disease, Developing Treatment Modalities during Pregnancy for Multiple sclerosis and Chronic Inflammation related to Rheumatoid Arthritis, to name but a few.

Best West – Feb 20, 2010

Spring/Summer Walks

Fall Walk

Winter Runs

Winter runs are held at the Birds Hill Park arena as per the past few years. This is a good way for our dogs to get at least a little exercise during our frigid winter months, and to socialize with other Greyhounds as well. Please remember that these runs are only for Greyhounds, as some do not get along with other breeds. The fee for the arena is still $30.00 for one hour, charging between $2.00 and $3.00 per dog, depending on how many attend each run. Sunday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:00pm.

Mar. 4/12
Apr. 1/12
Apr. 29/12

A second winter run location has been added. Miranda Johnson is handling the winter runs just south-west of the city. The charge for that arena is $50 per hour. The time is the same as the other runs; from 2pm to 3pm. This arena is heated, and there’s even a “viewing area” where you can separate yourself behind a glass partition to watch them run.

The arena is located about 20 minutes south of the perimeter off of Hwy 330 (which runs through La Salle) near Domain, MB. If anyone needs further directions or gets lost, contact Miranda at 997-8617. Below are the directions, and a map is also attached.

Feb 19/12
March 18/12
April 15/12

Check out the video from the first South Winter run. Right here.

Past Events

If you would like more information about any of our past or future events or fundraisers, please email Ilona.

Check our video from past events.