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Penny
I’m Homed
Grrrr....how very frustrating for you. It is hard not to rant back so don't worry about looking the crazy lady. I know when we had Max I got so stresssed when dogs off the lead came rushing over to us, and then people would panic as soon as they saw him wearing a muzzle. I told them pretty quickly that I was doing my best as a responsible owner! Main thing is that Penny is ok. Hope you've calmed down now. xx
Posted by Lauramc on April 14, 2011, 4:16 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Penny
I’m Homed
Oh Tash - my sympathy is with you. Greyhounds always seem to get the blame even when they are on the lead. Many owners let their dogs wander around and say they are ok but it is usually the dog off lead pestering the one on the lead 🙁
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on April 14, 2011, 4:13 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Mia (Splash)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Just to update everyone on Mia! She is doing really well and her personality is emerging more and more the longer we have her. We've found a fantastic place to let her run free off the lead - a fully enclosed field where she has been able to run around to her heart's content and make friends with lots of other dogs which she absolutely loves - so much so that at some pont within the next few months we're very seriously thinking about getting her a "brother" whom she can play with so in the near future we'll come and look at the boy greyhounds an see if she takes to any of them! On the down side - the vet saw us again today and says that he's certain she has the onset of osteo-arthritis - fairly mild at this stage and easily controlled with medication though obviously not really entirely curable. I'm sure that some of you have had greyhounds with this problem and maybe you could reassure us that she will still be able to lead a full and active pain-free life for a lot of years yet? She certainly seems pretty active at the moment and full of fun! The vet also said incidentally that she looks magnificent compared to when he saw him the first time - her coat is so glossy and even though he says her bald patches won't ever be completely covered in fur again due to lack of hair follicles they have definitely filled out and she looks beautiful (especially in the lovely pink collar we bought her today!) See you soon when we come to have a look at the boys!!
Posted by cinders on April 14, 2011, 4:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie (Glynn)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
so sad to hear that you lost your beloved Belle...she will be with you in your memories but will have left such a gap in your lives. my sincere condolences to you all,, much love ..Ina
Posted by kallie on April 14, 2011, 3:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie (Glynn)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
hi fi, ruth and all. just to let u know that belle my lovely loyall hound passed away last sat aged 8, would of been 9 today. christian at fivelands did all he could for her but her liver had failed and there was nothing he could do. i am so sad without her and i cant believe i am writting these words. tilly (queen of scholes) is also missing her sister. sad times. thought u would want to know fi just incase u were planning on bringing charlie for a walk with his girlfriend again soon. see u all soon. claire matthew and Tilly. xxx 🙁
Posted by matt-claire-tilly-belle on April 14, 2011, 1:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Melissa
I’m Homed
One of Mindy's babies! She looks beautiful, just like her Mum. xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on April 14, 2011, 1:19 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Fly (Floppy)
I’m Homed
Aww i love floppy! he's my new favourite black boy!!! Im coming on saturday for lots of cuddles with this cutie and working on the o/h to let me have a new addition! ha ha xxxxx
Posted by fi,charlie,fly+Lucy on April 14, 2011, 1:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Mindy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
My lovely girl Mel, is at the trust, she will be of a great addition to a loving home. If one has any problems let me know I'l come around & sort the problem. Mom xx ( The Icemaid)
Posted by susy on April 14, 2011, 1:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Iris
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday Iris! xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on April 14, 2011, 1:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ruby (Pixie)
I’m Homed
we have now had Ruby for about 9 weeks and she seems to have settled really well into our family life. she loves playing especially with her big 'Ratty' soft toys and her squeakey burger. she enjoys her walks and stretches out on her bed afterwards. And she just loves her food and treats, she has expensive taste when it comes to treats as she really likes smoked salmon! She also seems to have taken well to our parents and friends that visit. she even watches when my mum & dad leave until their car has left my street. She also loves been tickled behind her ears....she would sit with us most of the day if we carried on tickling her. We are hoping to take her on holiday with us in Sept, so that will be real fun. We are having a really lovely and fun time with Ruby and I think she is with us. she's really has been one of the best choices we've ever made. xx
Posted by cd on April 14, 2011, 1:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Melissa
I’m Homed
Well, what do I say but my lovely daugther is at D/breaks, hope she behaves herself & will find her loving home. Love from Mom & the Icemaid Clan XX
Posted by susy on April 14, 2011, 12:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Penny
I’m Homed
Ok, very cross, so just letting off some steam! Penny was just attacked by an off lead Collie while in the park (she is ok, I should add) the dogs owner was sat in a fenced off play area with her 2 grandchildren, while her dog wandered around outside. It had puffed itself up when sniffing Buddy and Jack, but they just ignored him (they were off lead, Penny was on a lead with me) but on the way back the dog came up to B and J growling, the lady said, "I hope that isn't you" I replied, "Yes it is" and then her dog lunged at Penny, luckily I had hold of Penny and got her as she snapped back. I asked the owner to ger her dog and she said I should keep my dog under control! I pointed out that she was on a lead and her's wasn't and she wasn't with it and she asked me what I was doing bringing a dog to a park which is aggressive with other dogs! Sooo cross, I had Penny under control, HER dog came over and went for her...some people, make me so mad...unfortunately I shouted back at this irrisponsible lady and probably looked like a nutter! Ahhh, better now, thanks for listening! xxxx
Posted by Tash'ntheGreys on April 14, 2011, 12:41 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Melissa
I’m Homed
Mel is really cute she looks so friendly, she will get a home very quick.
Posted by Shadow on April 14, 2011, 12:37 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Razzle
I’m Homed
Hi Laura. Sorry it's a little delayed, but just wanted to say congratulations to you, Craig and Roxy on the fantastic news. Hope to you see you soon. Lots of love Mand, Gent & Emily xx
Posted by Mand&GorgeousGeorge on April 14, 2011, 12:27 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Iris
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy birthday to you, happy bithday to iris, happy birthday to you, enjoy your day iris, lots of love ann and ellie- may.xxx
Posted by spencer68 on April 14, 2011, 11:50 am | 👍 0 Likes
Iris
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy Birthday beautifull ! xxxxxxx
Posted by Lea,Sonny,Poppy-Obi on April 14, 2011, 11:18 am | 👍 0 Likes
Darcy
I’m Homed
Heard all about you yesterday, you're a very lucky girl going to your new mom & dad they will spoil you rotten, hope to see you soon from me and the gang X xxxxxx
Posted by sebby on April 14, 2011, 10:29 am | 👍 0 Likes
Fudge
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Jen Sleep on a tee shirt and put that on him when you go out (being careful to tie up any loose bits like the waist .. so he can't trip. Solid doors can spook greys so a child gate is good and usually works .. maybe he's been used to sleeping with his person so is feeling lost 🙁 and he's had a lot to cope with recently so you might need to start just leaving him and the others for a moment. ..back in the room, ignore him etc etc. A crate can give a worried dog a sense of security as long as you introduce it carefully .. my crate is always open and mine choose to lie in it plus you can give him a Kong without the others squabbling over it (always supervise if you give food out and you have more than one dog). Take him to one of the training classes to get him to use his brain - you tire them mentally quicker than physically 🙂 and you could do a bit of fun training with him which hopefully will settle him. Learn TTouch - that's great for calming dogs and teaching them confidence 🙂 Best wishes Julie
Posted by tiggersslave on April 14, 2011, 9:17 am | 👍 0 Likes
Iris
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy birthday Iris! xxxxxxxxx
Posted by fi,charlie,fly+Lucy on April 14, 2011, 8:39 am | 👍 0 Likes
Iris
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy Birthday sweetie, enjoy being spoilt rotten today, I'm sure you're used to it anyway! xxx
Posted by Emma on April 14, 2011, 8:37 am | 👍 0 Likes