About Us.... The Humans behind Greyt Escape

Michelle grew up moving around some of the western states. Living in Southern & Central California, Wyoming, Utah and Colorado. She has lived in Tucson, Arizona now for the past 9 years. Always having pets (Dogs, cats, hamsters, birds, rabbits, chickens....even a sheep named Sugar!) it is no wonder she chose a life of pet care and rescue.

Brian is a Tucson, Arizona native also growing up with many pets and an active household. (Good thing because it’s rarely mellow around here!) He swore when he grew up, he would not have a houseful of pets. Until Riley came along and changed it all.

Latest Photos

1.Michelle & Brian Caillet
2.Brian w/ guest Garrett
3.Michelle w/ guest Zappa

About Us

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name Michelle & Brian Caillet

location Tucson, Arizona

job Owner, Greyt Escape

subjects Your Greyhounds Vacation Destination

The short story:

Once upon a time a couple happened upon the Reid Park Animal Fair. Here they met a beautiful red fawn and white greyhound named Riley. After applications and a home visit, Riley came to stay and they all lived happily ever after.

Then they opened a greyhound boarding facility in his honor and to honor all other hounds rescued by wonderful adopters.

How Did Greyt Escape Become?

The REAL story:

After a great deal of begging, Brian drove Me (Michelle) to the Reid Park Animal Fair. Prepared to say ?no? each time I asked, begged and pleaded to add a dog to our home, we wandered through all the booths petting, snuggling and falling in love with the animals.

Because Brian's father had just lost a sight hound and mentioned potentially adopting a Greyhound, we wandered over to a booth. The Arizona Greyhound Rescue volunteers spoke with us and introduced us to a group of hounds waiting for their forever homes. This is when we first met Riley. We met Riley several other times this day as, each time we turned around, here he came with volunteer in tow to lean on us gazing up with those big brown eyes. I'm sure you all know "the big brown eyes." The eyes that melt your heart and without a word, say, "Please take me home and love me. oh, and don't forget lots of soft beds and the squeaky toys!" And so, we did.

Well, not before the online application, phone conversations, home visit, video and lots of reading. Two weeks later he was brought to the house, found a toy and began running joyous circles down the hall, through the kitchen and to the living room. Round and round and round he went. (He soon learned tile was not the most suited running ground after sliding through the kitchen, taking out a couple plants and the trash can on the way. Tip-toes on smooth tile from then on!)

For several months in 2006, after volunteering at the kennels I thought "I want to do this always!" After purchasing our second house with 5 acres and built (literally) for a home business, on August 1, 2006 Greyt Escape was opened. Riley is our fabulous host hound. He graciously greets each hound upon arrival, nudges the adopter with affection for bringing another playmate and teaches the ropes like "how to use a doggy-door." He even shares his favorite bed!

Now, almost two years later, Greyt Escape has invited well over 100 hounds into our home. They have become an extension of our family - and their adopters, more like friends. Through photographs we take and stories we share, you will know that your hound has been well cared for and loved on their vacation. Maybe even a little spoiled!

In 2008, Riley welcomed his new sister Opa into our home. He has shown her the ropes and she now co-hosts Greyt Escape.

After adopting Riley a 3.5 year old greyhound from the Arizona Greyhound Rescue in 2004, they fell in love with the breed. Just a few short years later they purchased 5 acres in East Tucson and developed Greyt Escape. Since then, hundreds of hounds have traveled through their home happily vacationing while their own families are away.