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I Photograph Greyhounds Rescued From Horrible Masters Who Tortured Them For Poor Hunting Performance
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I Photograph Greyhounds Rescued From Horrible Masters Who Tortured Them For Poor Hunting Performance

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About 3 years ago, my college Alain Bisotti told me about the suffering of greyhounds in south Europe, where these dogs (Galgos & Podencos) were tortured for their lack of performance during the hunting season. Affected by this cause, I decided to photograph these animals rescued from hell, and began working on this project. It was a different yet pleasing experience. I never worked with dogs or any animals before but I grew up with Whippets at home.

The greyhounds were about to die, like  Reina, who was tied up to a tree and bitten when the association arrived. Most of the dogs were abandoned and starving. Before their adoption, those dogs were all suffering horribly from the hands of their masters. They found the dogs either not good enough at hunting , or useless once the hunting season was over. Hundreds of southern Europe’s greyhounds were abandoned and put down despite their kindness and sweetness.

I could have shown pictures of dogs dying of hunger or hanging from the branch of a tree. However, I wanted to show their new homes with loving families. In the nineteenth century, greyhounds appeared in art very often. I also wanted to show them in a beautiful and caring way, far away from their days of suffering.

A catalog with these pictures was made. As it is quite expensive, I called a public contribution through the crowd funding site KissKissBankBank to collected part of the sum necessary for this edition. A large portion of the profit will be donated to organizations that save these magnificent dogs.

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JeanneDeaux
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's amazing. It's great to hear that these poor dogs have a second chance in life... far away from their abusive previous owners.

BoredPandaCancer
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Man that sucks, if I had a hunting dog and it didn't do a good job that day I would just pat it on its back and say "Nice try, maybe later."

JoAnneKlein
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Greyhounds are the most gentle of dogs. Make wonderful companions. May Karma QUICKLY take care of their abusers with vengeance!

lessborednowbecca
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

someone needs to stop them being abused in the first place :( It is brilliant what they have done to save them though!

AnneStafford-wade
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are beautiful photographs which capture the essence of these loving, kind, sweet dogs. I am fostering one now. Thank you.

BirgitSchmidt
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thanks a lot for your beautiful work, Mathias. I knew hundreds of pictures showing their torture out in the sun on their death road.

CharlotteCollins
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

SO TRAGIC,Greyhounds second to Beagles and Pitbulls are the most abused breed of dog in the world.Firstly for racing and second for hunting.

AllisonTeague
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful. May they all be blessed to find loving homes. You are a wonderful person, Mathias.

CrackrJax
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't wait to adopt a greyhound! I've met a few & I've wanted to for a few years now (just need 2 b ready to give it the best life I can).

MinhAn
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I still see sadness in their eyes, so sad. They deserve something better :)

StinaKennedy
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG - beautiful regal creatures that deserve a lifetime of worship. i love them all..

PaulaWehde
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful and thoughtful photographs, really captures the proud spirit of these dogs even after what they have gone through.

GingerGeorge
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just lovely. Thank you for showing them with such dignity. It's wonderful to see them in their new, happier, lives.

DiannahCarmichael
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pics, and more beautiful are the folks that give the dogs a new life.Bravo

MelissaLaPera
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very touching, both the stories of these beautiful animals and their photos! Will pray for a better future for them!

VanillaBean
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such beautiful photographs. It's painful to imagine the torture they suffered in the past but so glad they have a new lease on life ♡

StephanieFlood
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are such amazing dogs with beautiful temperaments, horrible to know the cruelty they often face.

TusharGarg
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do we place humanity above all else when humans are more cruel than any other living creature

San_oe
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thanks for sharings this amazing photos. The animals has the same right of living.. I can see sad in their eyes that broke my heart.

Jokeroe
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderfull! The adoption and the photos. Thanks for sharing

Imperfekt
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope the expressions in their eyes can soon show more hope and happiness

TongaFonohema
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Valuska reminds me of Splinter from Ninja Turtles. Sooo cute! I love them all.

LisaSilvera
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i am in tears and i am relieved. thank you for "seeing" them. THEY MUST BE SAVED.

JoycezZhuang
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They r soOOooo..................... beautiful.........................................

MoruţNeli
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awwww i wanna cuddle Kyra for-ever! Look how scared she looks, poor baby.

Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thanks you Mary, Here is the list of associations i decided to give the catalog´s profit :

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Platy
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Valuska looks like something out of a fairy tale! He(?)s gorgeous! Kyra, I want to love on and sneak bits of chicken to. They're all lovely

LaurieBarak
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These dogs are all gorgeous and look so sweet. Milo is my favorite! I hope they all find loving homes. Karma will get their abusers!!!!

MelinaAndradeSanna
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful dogs and beautiful ways of photographing them! An excellent job!

Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Stunning photographs Mathias. I invite you to come to our shelter Fundacion Benjamin Mehnert to see many, many more beauties. Thank you!!

JoeyTai
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Humans can be so cruel to the companions that just want to please them. Thanks for taking the time to photograph these beautiful dogs.

gohogsgo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've never seen this breed look so majestic. Soulful portraits that evoke an emotional response. Beautiful work!

GraceInRainbows
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kyra still looks scared =( and reina has a big scar in her face. I'm sorry and happy for them.

Rhon
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want all of them! If I can't I'll just take Kyra cos she needs a cuddle. Greyhounds are such gorgeous dogs. It's a privilege to own a dog!

MonikaKrukowska
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's heartbreaking. Yet, such things still happen in Poland. (there is also info in english). https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=637

gatita85
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing.. Thanks for sharing this photos.. The animals has the same rights of living...

ElizabethMorales
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sone ppl need to see the ugly side tho, in order to give any fks. Beautiful pics btw :)

DegasdancersLestranger
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

these are beautiful dogs.... how could someone intentionally beat them... tied to a tree. i hope they suffer the same way in hell.

GeorginaBurns
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I adore my gentle rescued greyhound, it took quite a long time to gain her trust but it was well worth it. Thankfully there are some excellent Shelters in Spain helping these abused dogs, but it is not easy. Many years ago when I worked in a Shelter, it was a huge worry when a Galgo came because the gitanos and hunters would come at night and steal them. Thanks to Anne Finch (She started Greyhounds in Need, UK) she helped many of our dogs find wonderful homes.

JennyJozwiak
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What do I think you ask? I think that I see such pain and disappointment in the eyes of these dogs. I also think the "masters" who hurt them deserve to die and painful and horrible death. I would be happy to help them them out and torture THEM to death. This is what it does to me. I hate so much of humanity.

JudyDowney
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All i can say is:I hope the previous owners of these abused hounds rot in hell...A******S ALL!

KSEWłocławek
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful picture and great idea to help them. So good job and big heart for animals . Amazing pictures

Tamtamgo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderfull,thanks for taking on this cause and commenting that it's Southern Europe and not just Spain!

Tamtamgo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderfull thanks.Glad you have taken on this cause and comment Southern Europe not just Spain!

CrackrJax
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love you for doing this :) I long to rescue a greyhound. One day.

ZachCompton
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wire and smooth ibizan hounds, not all greyhounds, know your subject......beautiful thing your doing for the dogs regardless.

AshleyArd
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pic's, but only 4 are actual greyhounds, the rest are Ibizan hounds, and the smaller tan ones are called Pharoah hounds, good try

StefanSutter
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Greyhound" is often used to get people in that can't make a thing of the real races.

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JeanneDeaux
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's amazing. It's great to hear that these poor dogs have a second chance in life... far away from their abusive previous owners.

BoredPandaCancer
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Man that sucks, if I had a hunting dog and it didn't do a good job that day I would just pat it on its back and say "Nice try, maybe later."

JoAnneKlein
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Greyhounds are the most gentle of dogs. Make wonderful companions. May Karma QUICKLY take care of their abusers with vengeance!

lessborednowbecca
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

someone needs to stop them being abused in the first place :( It is brilliant what they have done to save them though!

AnneStafford-wade
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are beautiful photographs which capture the essence of these loving, kind, sweet dogs. I am fostering one now. Thank you.

BirgitSchmidt
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thanks a lot for your beautiful work, Mathias. I knew hundreds of pictures showing their torture out in the sun on their death road.

CharlotteCollins
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

SO TRAGIC,Greyhounds second to Beagles and Pitbulls are the most abused breed of dog in the world.Firstly for racing and second for hunting.

AllisonTeague
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful. May they all be blessed to find loving homes. You are a wonderful person, Mathias.

CrackrJax
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't wait to adopt a greyhound! I've met a few & I've wanted to for a few years now (just need 2 b ready to give it the best life I can).

MinhAn
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I still see sadness in their eyes, so sad. They deserve something better :)

StinaKennedy
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG - beautiful regal creatures that deserve a lifetime of worship. i love them all..

PaulaWehde
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful and thoughtful photographs, really captures the proud spirit of these dogs even after what they have gone through.

GingerGeorge
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just lovely. Thank you for showing them with such dignity. It's wonderful to see them in their new, happier, lives.

DiannahCarmichael
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pics, and more beautiful are the folks that give the dogs a new life.Bravo

MelissaLaPera
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very touching, both the stories of these beautiful animals and their photos! Will pray for a better future for them!

VanillaBean
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such beautiful photographs. It's painful to imagine the torture they suffered in the past but so glad they have a new lease on life ♡

StephanieFlood
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are such amazing dogs with beautiful temperaments, horrible to know the cruelty they often face.

TusharGarg
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do we place humanity above all else when humans are more cruel than any other living creature

San_oe
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thanks for sharings this amazing photos. The animals has the same right of living.. I can see sad in their eyes that broke my heart.

Jokeroe
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderfull! The adoption and the photos. Thanks for sharing

Imperfekt
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope the expressions in their eyes can soon show more hope and happiness

TongaFonohema
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Valuska reminds me of Splinter from Ninja Turtles. Sooo cute! I love them all.

LisaSilvera
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i am in tears and i am relieved. thank you for "seeing" them. THEY MUST BE SAVED.

JoycezZhuang
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They r soOOooo..................... beautiful.........................................

MoruţNeli
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awwww i wanna cuddle Kyra for-ever! Look how scared she looks, poor baby.

Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thanks you Mary, Here is the list of associations i decided to give the catalog´s profit :

Load More Replies...
Platy
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Valuska looks like something out of a fairy tale! He(?)s gorgeous! Kyra, I want to love on and sneak bits of chicken to. They're all lovely

LaurieBarak
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These dogs are all gorgeous and look so sweet. Milo is my favorite! I hope they all find loving homes. Karma will get their abusers!!!!

MelinaAndradeSanna
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful dogs and beautiful ways of photographing them! An excellent job!

Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Stunning photographs Mathias. I invite you to come to our shelter Fundacion Benjamin Mehnert to see many, many more beauties. Thank you!!

JoeyTai
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Humans can be so cruel to the companions that just want to please them. Thanks for taking the time to photograph these beautiful dogs.

gohogsgo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've never seen this breed look so majestic. Soulful portraits that evoke an emotional response. Beautiful work!

GraceInRainbows
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kyra still looks scared =( and reina has a big scar in her face. I'm sorry and happy for them.

Rhon
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want all of them! If I can't I'll just take Kyra cos she needs a cuddle. Greyhounds are such gorgeous dogs. It's a privilege to own a dog!

MonikaKrukowska
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's heartbreaking. Yet, such things still happen in Poland. (there is also info in english). https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=637

gatita85
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing.. Thanks for sharing this photos.. The animals has the same rights of living...

ElizabethMorales
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sone ppl need to see the ugly side tho, in order to give any fks. Beautiful pics btw :)

DegasdancersLestranger
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

these are beautiful dogs.... how could someone intentionally beat them... tied to a tree. i hope they suffer the same way in hell.

GeorginaBurns
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I adore my gentle rescued greyhound, it took quite a long time to gain her trust but it was well worth it. Thankfully there are some excellent Shelters in Spain helping these abused dogs, but it is not easy. Many years ago when I worked in a Shelter, it was a huge worry when a Galgo came because the gitanos and hunters would come at night and steal them. Thanks to Anne Finch (She started Greyhounds in Need, UK) she helped many of our dogs find wonderful homes.

JennyJozwiak
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What do I think you ask? I think that I see such pain and disappointment in the eyes of these dogs. I also think the "masters" who hurt them deserve to die and painful and horrible death. I would be happy to help them them out and torture THEM to death. This is what it does to me. I hate so much of humanity.

JudyDowney
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All i can say is:I hope the previous owners of these abused hounds rot in hell...A******S ALL!

KSEWłocławek
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful picture and great idea to help them. So good job and big heart for animals . Amazing pictures

Tamtamgo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderfull,thanks for taking on this cause and commenting that it's Southern Europe and not just Spain!

Tamtamgo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderfull thanks.Glad you have taken on this cause and comment Southern Europe not just Spain!

CrackrJax
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love you for doing this :) I long to rescue a greyhound. One day.

ZachCompton
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wire and smooth ibizan hounds, not all greyhounds, know your subject......beautiful thing your doing for the dogs regardless.

AshleyArd
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pic's, but only 4 are actual greyhounds, the rest are Ibizan hounds, and the smaller tan ones are called Pharoah hounds, good try

StefanSutter
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Greyhound" is often used to get people in that can't make a thing of the real races.

Load More Replies...
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