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  • Galga stolen from her garden in Madrid! Reward offered

    Kala stolen galga Madrid 07 2010 Charl 250 STOLEN FROM HER GARDEN IN MADRID!

    Kala was stolen from her owner’s garden. She has a heart problem The family is understandably distraught and offering a reward of 2,500 euros to anyone finding the dog and returning her. One dreads to think what will happen if she is in the hands of a gitano of galguero.

    Contact Bea on alprau@gmail.com

    In my book I explain that there is a ‘traffic’ in stealing companion galgos. The thieves know how distraught an owner will be, and may be prepared to go to any lengths to get the dog back. If you haven’t already ordered a copy of my book, do so now and learn more.

  • ‘From Heaven to Hell – The Story of the Galgo Espanol’

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    From Heaven to Hell is the definitive guide to the story of the Galgo Espagnol, from its history, character, diseases, European law, Spanish law and much more. A must-have book for all those passionate about the galgo.

    The book has been translated into Spanish, Italian and French. All print copies are sold out.

    To order a copy

    English version, Link here.

    French version, order here

    Italian version, Link here

    All proceeds from the sale of the books are donated to Spanish rescues helping galgos.

    Read reviews of the book here.

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  • Kafir – a galgo surviving against all odds – looking for his forever home

    Kafir lying down 0110 250 This is the latest news about Kafir, the poor galgo who tried to chew off his leg.
    Cristina writes:

    ‘I just want to tell you that Kafir was operated last Friday 8th January and the operation was a total success. The rest of his hind leg has been amputed and it was a wonderful job of our spanish vet, who sadly is already used to these kind of operations.

    Poor Kafir had a bad waking up from anesthesy as he was crying very much and felt totally confused. He stayed in the clinic during the night and I went there to bring him his favourite rice with chicken and carrots for his dinner.

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