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Our family lost a fur baby this year and weve been feeling the loss for weeks. We recently were walking through our local pet store picking up a few things for our shi-tzu when I felt a nose nuzzle me on my side. That was the moment we were introduced to the soulfulness of the greyhound. We made a decision to adopt a racing greyhound and our journey of adoption came to fruition on Saturday. At the end of our home visit, Id love to tell you that we chose our baby, but, in fact he chose us. Our baby boy, Dylan, has been an amazing addition to our family. Hes still getting used to his knew home, but hes already bonding to his fam. I couldnt help but share a pic of this amazing animal with you guys!
marybourg
(12,634 posts)Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Freedomofspeech
(4,227 posts)Lucky dog and lucky you! Both of our dogs are rescues...
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)irisblue
(33,020 posts)Angel Peanut of blessed memory, was part greyhound. Some things I am compled to share....Needle Nose pokes are a true thing.....Coat for outside, sweater for the house(depending on weather) get used to sharing the afghan and pillows on the couch. And snoring can be a real thing, loudly.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)We already bought him a lambs wool coat that he wears when he goes out...and when we get in bed, and hes done this since the first night he was here, he paws at his fleece PJs until we put them on him. Its like having another child in the house. His facial expressions are amazing!
He doesnt snore, but his new favorite thing early in the morning is to use his nose to check in on me in the bathroom...just cause were the only ones that are up and he looks at me like Whew...I was scared you were gone forever!
catbyte
(34,437 posts)I wish you all many happy years together!
livetohike
(22,157 posts)see more pictures soon .
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)elleng
(131,077 posts)I saw one today, being walked along with a friend, similar size but NOT greyhound, and I almost jumped out of the car to say HI, but I restrained myself.
Have fun, and hugs to Dylan and you all!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Hes a gorgeous dog and looks like he walked off and Egyptian hieroglyph! It also helps that hes totally sweet and so emotional! Hugs to you and yours too!
awesomerwb1
(4,268 posts)Congrats to both!
With that face, he could probably get away with anything (with me).
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)KT2000
(20,586 posts)I hear greyhounds are very sweet.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Our boy is so sweet and so soulful. The adoption process was quite involved and we met many greyhounds and they all seem similarly sweet.
fierywoman
(7,690 posts)Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)MuseRider
(34,115 posts)I followed a page of one of them in England when I was on Facebook. He was older and passed then she got another. I miss knowing how they are doing, it was so fun to follow along with a FB page written in British Greyhound speak.
Those eyes are killer! Beautiful.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Will post more pics in the future!
SonofDonald
(2,050 posts)If I could I'd adopt them all, but alas only two at a time, but they are a very happy two.
Just like yours, home forever.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Were good for now but I would adopt a houseful if we could.
SonofDonald
(2,050 posts)The one and only Kittymonster, she's almost 16 too, but still flyin around the house.
RandomAccess
(5,210 posts)WHO could resist those eyes? Wow. Not I.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)ejbr
(5,856 posts)Beautiful pooch!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)StarryNite
(9,459 posts)Happy tears for Dylan and his new forever family!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Were certainly in love and hes brought such joy to us in such a short time.
Leith
(7,813 posts)I used to live near a retired gentleman who adopted a rescued greyhound named Ellie (yes, I remember her name, but not his). The first time I saw them walk by, I petted her and she leaned up against my leg while I stroked her head and back.
This beautiful and gentle dog had the most amazing coat. The best way to describe it is calico or tortoise shell cat. She and her daddy were quite happy together.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Tonight I was talking about my day with my wife...a day which was kinda crap and stressful, and as Im talking I feel this warm lean against my leg out of nowhere. Dylan hasnt left my side since then...its weird but he seems so emotionally in tuned to everyone in the house.
sweetroxie
(776 posts)I used to have a giant white greyhound with Brindle spots.His name was Pasha. What a wonderful dog. Miss him. Greyhounds aren't expressive in the same way a Lab is. They are much subtler. I've had both. Love them all.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Ive had labs in the past and youre exactly right. Dylan seems to be much more subtle in his emotional responses and my analogy that I tell my wife, which is ridiculous but funny, is that Dylan is more of a cat than a dog!
50 Shades Of Blue
(10,036 posts)Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)onecent
(6,096 posts)Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)murielm99
(30,755 posts)I hope you have a good place for him to run.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)And its GLORIOUS when he runs...he usually goes out to potty and then makes at least one or two good runs. After hes done, he runs right up to the door and is like ok, Im through with that...can I nap?
pnwmom
(108,990 posts)Was an adoption event occurring that day that you didn't know about? How did Dylan happen to be there?
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)That was probably six weeks ago. We went through an extensive application and vetting process prior to even meeting our potential adoptable dogs. It was just that moment interacting with a greyhound, a breed I knew little about beforehand, that opened up the process for us. In fact, we hadnt even met Dylan until Saturday, when the local group brought him and a couple other adoptable dogs to our home. The wait and the process involved was definitely worth it!
pnwmom
(108,990 posts)to getting a retired greyhound. I didn't know why she was so set on it, but she was . And I remember that the process was quite involved and you had to be special people to get one.
So good for you!
lucca18
(1,243 posts)Dylan's eyes are beautiful!
I am so glad Dylan found you!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)I agree...he has beautiful eyes!
Skittles
(153,185 posts)that is one HANDSOME dog
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Thank you!
Duppers
(28,125 posts)You have such a sweetheart there!
💞
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)secondwind
(16,903 posts)Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Wish I could take credit for the pic...thats my wifes doing!
rustbeltvoice
(430 posts)Steps, racing hounds never had steps to deal with.
Richard Skipworth an English cartoonist captures the hound's actions perfectly.
Steve Sanderson, an English painter, paints many greyhounds (frequently walking with an old man).
Also, http://mytwagreyhunds.blogspot.com/
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Ours is scared, like totally intimidated by our homes stairs to the second floor. His bed and our bedroom are on the first floor so, for now, the fact he cant go upstairs or, I should say, wont go upstairs, is ok. Thank you for the link.
rustbeltvoice
(430 posts)It may take a long time, and in stages. There is a difference for some in going up, and going down. The material of the steps makes a difference. Public steps in parks may be easier to navigate, perhaps because of no walls. Greyhounds can be rock stubborn, but when one day when unattended and they really want to, they will.
Honeycombe8
(37,648 posts)Blue is definitely his color. How stately and elegant he is. He looks like a pretty contented fellow. I'm so happy for you. And HIM! Congratulations! IT'S A BOY!!!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Hes definitely a classy guy...it doesnt show but with his white chest stripe it looks like hes wearing a tux, so hes always classy! Thank you so much for the congrats!! Weve certainly been blessed!
peacebuzzard
(5,181 posts)I am glad your home and heart answered this babys prayer.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)lunamagica
(9,967 posts)Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)spooky3
(34,467 posts)Very glad you have brought him into your home!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Solly Mack
(90,780 posts)Your new family is so lucky to have you and you them!!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Laffy Kat
(16,386 posts)Congrats. What a happy time.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Hes so expressive, almost like a human...every emotion he has he shows on his face, which is hilarious and heartwarming all at the same time. My wife was cooking dinner last night and she corrected him for counter surfing for food...he looked at me with the most sincere look as if to say Dad!!? Can you believe Mom just did that to me.
Laffy Kat
(16,386 posts)Part of me really wants a small dog to carry around with me. (My 10-year-old, fifty pound, catahoula is difficult to pick up and I'm not getting any younger.) The other part of me wants to adopt a greyhound. I know people who work for the greyhound adoption organization for this area, have their card in my car, keep looking at it....
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)I will admit they carry their own needs and requirements, but they also are some of the most soulful Ive ever been around. Theyre just special creatures. Give them a chance!
ProudLib72
(17,984 posts)Thanks for sharing!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)C Moon
(12,221 posts)MustLoveBeagles
(11,632 posts)Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)Hes a big snuggle buddy!
Scarsdale
(9,426 posts)Those soulful eyes!! I hear they really clear the yard of squirrels, too. Now he can live the life he truly deserves.
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)And for a couch potato that can run 35 mph, hes certainly made his laps in the yard so far...whether its leaves falling, birds, or the rare squirrel still hanging around here this time of year!
mithnanthy
(1,725 posts)I'm so happy for you both!
Docreed2003
(16,869 posts)democratisphere
(17,235 posts)What a great addition to the family.
nocoincidences
(2,228 posts)AngusBeef
(20 posts)Rainngirl
(243 posts)They are the BEST!!! I've known several, but never had one of my own. They are amazing couch potatoes when you want them to be, but are always happy about walks and can run flat out at the dog park when they are allowed. Thank you for saving him!
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BlancheSplanchnik
(20,219 posts)I met a greyhound once. He farted a LOT! And looked guilty about it.
So cute! 😊❤️ 🐶
Judi Lynn
(160,601 posts)Greyhounds are magnificent beings.