Retired Greyhounds

[Rich]

After the recent passing of our jack russell Bruno, our house is empty.

We are considering offering a home to a retired Greyhound. Has anyone got any experience with the breed.

[cheekychick]

I've heard they're not very keen on cats, but make brilliant pets otherwise, don't need loads of exercise, like to laze about a lot... I can't remember if you have cats??

[Road Hog]

They are really gentle loving family pets,I have met several owners over the years & none have had a bad word to say.

There is one particlar man who regularly walks his past my house.He has 3 retired greyhounds & 1 whippet they all stroll along together good as gold.

[cheekychick]

what about the cats thing?? maybe you could ask him? I heard they don't like them cause their like the hare thing they chase round, but that could just be a myth???

[nitromotor]

Good on you!
I have seen a few greyhounds dumpt from the back of vans on the A1, not an happy ending.

[Rich]

Thanks for the comments guy
cats wont be a problem as we don't have one but from what ive read they are just like other dogs some like cats some dont
we will be making enquiries about this chap today

http://www.rgtmonmore.co.uk/rehomingdet ... 623&page=2

[woodwizzard]

We have a greyhound, he is not a retired racer but an un-wanted failed racer. They are very gentle loyal and loving dogs. Like any dog you take in you have to get to know its likes, dis-likes and general nature. Joe was obviously brought up in a kennel enviroment where he had to compete for food so at first he was obsessed with food, but has relaxed abit now he knows he gets regular meals. If disturbed when he is asleep he wakes up with a snarl, also the result of the kennel situation. Some would say that would make him a nasty snappy dog but he is just reacting out of instinct, so not a problem when you understand why. We also have 4 cats and that was our main concern when we took him in. We monitored him very closely with them and things seem ok. Having another dog helps as he sees the cats getting on with another dog so he has excepted them as part of the family, more proof of this is that he will chase other cats away. He loves a run out in the fields, has a mad 10 minute run around and then is happy trundling along behind. I would recommend one to anyone, just be patient adjusting them from a working enviroment to a family one, and alot of them have never known love or affection.

[Road Hog]

Good man.................Go for it Rich

[cheekychick]

Cool post Jim, I have read and heard that they make great pets, but then you always hear this thing about cats, but if Rich doesn't have them, it's even less of a worry. It never ceases to amaze me that however hard a dogs life has been, it's ALWAYS ready to trust the the next person and give them the same chance and benefit of doubt, I think people could learn a lot

Sounds like a done deal then looking forward to the pics already

Good luck CC

[Rich]

We have just returned from the Retired Greyhound Trust. All the dogs were adorable, all friendly and happy to come for a fuss.

After looking at 30-40 dogs we narrowed it down to 3.
1. Kenny, black with a white blaze, beautiful dog with a habit of showing his teeth, not in aggressive manner, sort of a smile, but thought it might be off putting for our kids and visitors.

2. Milo, dark brindle, gorgeous markings, a bit too jumpy, like he was on springs, really friendly.

3. The one we've chose, Lenny, blue, stunning, his coat is like silk, walks lovely, likes a fuss, he actually leans up against you when you stop walking. Awaiting a home visit just to make sure gardens secure enough for him, if ok we can pick him up Saturday.

[woodwizzard]

Sweet, they all lean up against you if you stand still for more than 5 seconds, lazy lumps Don't forget to get him a coat, as they have no undercoat they suffer from the weather extremes, can't keep warm when its realy cold and over heat quickly when its hot. Look forward to some pics. Jo is black with a white blaze and socks.

[Drift]

Nice one Rich, I those dogs we use to look after one when I was a kid, kept buggering off after rabbits though then again there was no chance of loosing her down the holes like Blue our Border he just disappears for hours down the holes, a pain when your on a ten minute walk

Check his ears for tattoo's if they still do that to the racing dogs.

[Rich]

this is the kennels picture



and these are the ones we took today










he comes with a new collar and lead,muzzle,water proof coat,one weeks food fully vaccinated,neutered,micro chipped and six weeks insurance

[woodwizzard]

They are cuties, they come across a little empty headed but have a real cheeky side


Jo hogging the hot spot



Kola sulking as he is going for his knee operation tomorrow and can't understand why I won't take him walking

[Rich]

very nice dogs mate

[alex]

Get a nice deep bed, they have a lot of muscle and over developed chest. If you notice they scratch up any bed to pack it around them as its uncomfortable to lie on.

Or just let on your bed

Well done by the way.

[cheekychick]

Well done, he looks adorable. Bet you can't wait

and Jim, hope all is OK with Kola tomorrow

[Roo]

[Rich]

well we have just had the home visit from the Retired Greyhound Trust and we passed so it all systems go for Lenny's arrival on Saturday morning

[Road Hog]