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Heidi (Nana)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Oh this has made me cry now, you are welcome Caroline, I am just so happy for all of you, and I love the new name, Heidi suits her. hope to see you all at the kennels sometime, maybe when you sign on the dotted line and the blue turns to green 😉 love Karen. aka Poppysmum.
Posted by poppysmum on August 29, 2012, 9:46 am | 👍 0 Likes
Kirsty
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Louise Greyhounds have such a different up bringing to 'real' dogs- our whole world is strange and can be scarey to them, Kirsty will have always had a greyhound friend to keep her company so it can be hard for them to come into retirement and settle straight away. At night like Deb said most of us have them in our bedrooms but if you don't want that then put her bed on the landing and a childgate on your door so she can come and see you but can't get to you, during the day make sure she's had a good brisk wealk of 45 mins to an hour so she's nicely tired then leave her with a Kong or two (if she's on her ownotherwise you need to separate dogs so there aer no squabbles over Kongs when you're not there)- stuff the Kongs with things like mashed potato with liver, cheese, chicken etcetc so it'll take her a while to get it all out and she'll have to use her brain and greys get very tired when they have to think .. sleep on an old tee shirt or similar and leave that on her bed so it smells of you and you can ry the Dap diffusers. Don't make a fuss of her when you're going out and even leave your coat and keyts outside so you give her no sighnals that you're leaving, when you return again just ignore her until she is quiet then call her to you and make a quiet fuss of her. You can start getting her used to being alone when you're in the house by using a childgate, giving her a Kong while you're sitting reading a book then don't look at her or touch her, leave the room, shut the gate behind you, come straight back, don't look or touch or speak to her, do this a few times unrtil she stays lying on her bed and with her Kong then go out of the room, stay in sight, come back etc etc, next step would be go out of the room, out of sight, come straight back, etc then out of sight for a minute, come back etc etc .. build it up gradually, if she gets upset go back a step. A crate can be helful too in the early days- not to 'shut her up' but to giver her a safe place to go to, speak to Ruth about how to crate train her if you think that might help her and come to one of our training classes 🙂 Oh have a look for the 'understanding a greyhound' which I think I posted on the training class bit - they are very different to other dogs 🙂 Best wishes julie x
Posted by tiggersmum on August 29, 2012, 8:34 am | 👍 0 Likes
Heidi (Nana)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Thank you Poppysmum for taking Nana to Becketts, i wouldnt have met her without you, she is a dream, see you soon love C M & H XXXXX
Posted by caroline&Fred on August 29, 2012, 8:30 am | 👍 0 Likes
Heidi (Nana)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
hi all. Nana ( Heidi ) is being so good, she did a full day with Max yesterday on there own, was golden no mess, house in one piece lol . Max is a different boy, lovely to see him playing. watch this space over the weekend. love C M & H XXXXXXXX
Posted by caroline&Fred on August 29, 2012, 8:27 am | 👍 0 Likes
Pearl
I’m Homed
Sending best wishes to Pearl and I hope all goes Well on Friday.
Posted by Winniethepooh on August 29, 2012, 7:37 am | 👍 0 Likes
Pearl
I’m Homed
lots of good wishes coming your way Pearl....and a hug for your worried mum and dad, love from Ina Rossi Toby McKenzie and Daisy...xxxxx
Posted by kallie on August 28, 2012, 8:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pearl
I’m Homed
Fingers & paws crossed for Pearl and you on friday.x x
Posted by Robdog's-dad on August 28, 2012, 7:48 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Magic
I’m Homed
We are really proud of Magic he has been at home whilst we have been at work today...we have come home to NO mess, NO chewing and NO heavy panting, which are all signs of anxiety. We are so pleased that he is reacting well to the training so far. We have left some music on and given him a kong toy. He is working well to our routine and we think this is what he needs. He just needs routine, time, patience, support and a bit of TLC, of which he is getting...we think he is great!
Posted by Dan&Cleo on August 28, 2012, 5:50 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pearl
I’m Homed
My poor pearl has to have her tail amputated on Friday from where its broken to the tip. Poor baby & another anaesthetic to get through x
Posted by DivasMum on August 28, 2012, 5:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Kirsty
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Louisa. Have you tried leaving a radio on for Kirsty when you're not around? We bought a small radio for the kitchen when we first had Gent and still leave it on now when we go to bed or go out. We left it at a volume that would just mask those strange house noises and make him feel like there was someone there talking to him. Another thought is the Adaptil plug-ins. They're totally odourless to humans, but to dogs mimics the smell their mother gave off when they were puppies and can have a calming effect. Ruth will have them at the kennels (or your local pet store). Glad to hear everything else is going well, she sounds like she's been spoiled rotton - just as it should be!! Mand x
Posted by Mand&GorgeousGeorge on August 28, 2012, 5:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Kirsty
Over the Rainbow Bridge
You could try giving Kirsty a kong stuffed with treats when you leave her.If you only give it when you go out she then overtime might associate getting a lovely treat when you go out.if it is packed tight it might keep her occupied for a little while. You could also leave a radio on during the day. Night time I think is an individual choice some of us have our dogs in the bedroom with us and that does the trick but if this is not what you prefer just keep doing what you are doing. Kirsty is very lucky to have found you and it will take time for her adjust to her retirement but she will get there and be the happier for it. It would be great to see you on one of the walks and if you can you all might benefit from a few training classes with the vouchers the kennels have given you. What an exciting time you are all having!
Posted by Deb on August 28, 2012, 4:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Max
I’m Homed
This boy is mahoosive!!!
Posted by Jess&Koda on August 28, 2012, 4:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Kirsty
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Thank you for all your lovely, supportive messages. We collected Kirsty on Saturday morning and we talked to her all the way home to try and keep her calm and then took her through the house to the garden to do her business! We both stood in the garden saying ‘wee wee’ and ‘busy’ but she was too interested in all the new smells and sounds. The neighbours must have thought we had gone mad! After 20mins we gave up and decided to show her round her new home. She excitedly paced around for a good hour, checking out the views from all the windows, licking both our TV remotes, and sniffing everything. We showed her her luxurious bed with a plush liner and gorgeous throws (which looked more inviting than our own bed), but she had a sniff, took her pheasant toy and plodded off into the sitting room where she lay stretched out on the carpet in the walkway into the kitchen. This has been her spot ever since and because we were soft, we bought her a dog mattress for the spot she had chosen, which she seems to love. She is such a well behaved girl and is really affectionate in her own quiet little way. She follows us around everywhere and puts her head into our lap when she wants a cuddle. My family have had labradors before so I am used to them bounding around and being really excitable but she has a quiet way of showing affection. I am really looking forward to her getting to know us and me getting to know her subtle signs of what she likes and when she would like a cuddle. She has been perfect on the lead. We need to practice her coming when we call her name – when it is wet and cold outside she really doesn’t want to go out for her evening comfort break! The only thing we have had issues with is her howling and barking when we leave her and at night which is a worry as we don’t want to annoy the neighbours and we don’t want her to be distressed. We did expect some howling as it is a scary time for her and everything is new but she will soon learn her routine and that we are only gone for short periods. The howling is getting better every night. We are totally falling for Kirsty and I can’t wait to get to know her better. Looking forward to meeting people at greyhound walks! With love from Louisa, Craig and Kirsty! xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by LouisaLeamington on August 28, 2012, 3:00 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Amber (Bow)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Oh dear, Amber is really going through it - is it just silly puppy exhuberance & she will grow out of it? Hope so for your sanity. I once had a pup, my beloved Boxer, Marley - but never ever again! Pups are mental & hard work and cuddly & cute & sweet & funny & entertaining.......ooops! Thinking of you all, xx
Posted by medaftboutdogs on August 28, 2012, 9:25 am | 👍 0 Likes
Red
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Awww Red, my lovely lad, how are you settling with Zoe & Steve? We miss you, Blossy is a bit down, but Reubes is a bit bouncier?? Less competition for cuddles maybe! Hope you showing Zoe what a good boy you are, and being bouncy for cuddles in the morning just like you did for me. luv t xx
Posted by medaftboutdogs on August 28, 2012, 9:19 am | 👍 0 Likes
Magic
I’m Homed
Day 3 over. Magic has been in some more training...he has been on a field walk today behind a Christmas Tree farm, pretty magical for a magic dog. He has seen some dogs off their leads today and he is wary and bit nervous...he has been given reassurance and has had some calm words to try and support him. He is though getting better seeing other dogs on their leads though...we will continue to help him with all of this. We have done some more short return training...so far so good.
Posted by Dan&Cleo on August 27, 2012, 9:56 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Heidi (Nana)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I'm so pleased to hear that Nana is settling in well Caroline, I hope this means she will be staying. ( PS, sorry I spelt your name slightly wrong in my previous post x)
Posted by poppysmum on August 27, 2012, 8:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Norris
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Norris has now been with us for a week and he has really made himself at home. He will steal anything that takes his fancy, this morning it was a fleece blanket I was using to keep my legs warm! He will give it back quite easily though, but we have to watch what we put down as he is always watching and will pinch it if he thinks he can get away with it. He loves his walks and is fascinated by anything and everything, and he has the most expressive ears I have ever seen!. Anything he sees, his ears go up, and start going round like little radar dishes, but totally unco-ordinated. It always makes me smile to see. He does get a little over excited at times which we have to temper due to his leg. but he has settled really well. He loves his bed (and Missy's which he seemes to use 50% of the time) and is an expert sleeper. Although how he can be comfortable in some of the positions he gets himself into I do not know, If I slept like it I'd be in extreme pain the next day! He also likes to know where the adults are. If we go out of the lounge he will always follow to see where we are. Even when we go to the bathroom it's not uncommon to come out and find Norris there checking up un us. His favourite is when we go in the kitchen especially if we go near the "special" cupboard, the one with the doggy treats in. I wonder why that might be. All in all I'd say he has settled really well and is a lovely addition to our family. 🙂
Posted by tripletsmum on August 27, 2012, 8:03 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jak
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So pleased for Jak - he is such a gorgeous boy and really friendly.
Posted by LouisaLeamington on August 27, 2012, 6:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jak
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Well done
Posted by Jess&Koda on August 27, 2012, 6:19 pm | 👍 0 Likes