queenwinniesmom

What a deep and extraordinary relationship you had. And how you will miss this lovely boy. I'm so sorry. And so sorry that Lora is missing him so much as well.

What a great life he had with you, right up until you had to say goodbye. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Joey. And how cute he was!

YAY! That is great news. Sounds like he will be a very good fit.

Hi! I'm always pleased when I hear that someone is interested in adopting a Galgo, especially someone who has done a good amount of research, as you have done. For over 20 years, we've adopted ex-racers, but lost our last one, Calvin, in May. Now we just have our 3 Galgo girls, all adopted from Scooby, the largest shelter in Spain. FBM is large too, and, though my heart belongs to Scooby (where I go every year to volunteer), a good organization. I also volunteered there once, in 2013. MGR is a good group. They have pretty recently started working with the Spanish rescues. Both FBM and MGR should have a really good idea of this guy's personality. So they will be excellent sources of information. There are others here who are Galgo owners and rescuers who can give you some insight as well. I personally think that there are as many differences between Greyhounds and Greyhounds, and Galgos and Galgos, as there are between Greyhounds and Galgos. I've seen every personality type within both breeds. And if you have a specific type in mind, or have certain needs---cat safe, younger, more mature, tolerant of kids, etc.---I think with questions and patience, you should be able to find a good match. That said, due to background, I've seen a lot more traumatized Galgos than Greys. But I've also seen a lot of Galgos who are so friendly that they will literally put their paws on your shoulders, lean against you, and look deeply into your eyes. A few differences---Galgos are indurance runners, not like Greys who have a burst of speed. They are also not used to being crated, and wouldn't see the crate as security as the Greys would. I think a 6 foot fence is a great idea, and required by some groups. Not all of them need it---my girls don't---but better to be sure. Hope this helps a bit. Maybe some other Galgo folks will chime in too.

I know how devastating it is to lose two precious dogs so close together. Sending much sympathy on your loss of Ellie and Tessa.

Oh, I'm so sorry you've lost two precious dogs so close together. They both sound like wonderful, unique characters, and you must have a huge empty space in your home and heart.

Aw, I think Monty was a cat whisperer. I love dogs like that. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Monty. You gave him a wonderful life.

Oh, Bill, I'm so sorry.

Oh, Jan.....I wish you didn't have to, but you write the most beautiful tributes. Sad, joyful, eloquent, smiling through tears. I guess because you just love them so much, understand them the best, and share them so unselfishly. I'm so very sorry you lost your precious Trevor.

She was so brave and so very beautiful, inside and out. I know you will miss her terribly, and I'm so sorry you lost your precious girl. Sending love and hugs and much sympathy.

Your comics are awesome---I love them! So nice to see that other people know every single inch of their Greyhounds.

I'm so sorry, Jey. I can't imagine how much you will miss your precious girl. She was truly lovely, inside and out, and your tribute captured her perfectly. I think she would be pleased to know how many hounds were hugged, how many treats were given.

We miss you so much, sweet Tosca, and are thinking of your Mom and Dad and brothers and sisters with much sympathy and love.

Oh, Jan, I'm so sorry you lost your precious Dottie. Your beautiful tribute and pictures brought tears to my eyes. And I thought of one word---perfection. How perfect that they all ended up in your wonderful family. What a perfect life she had with you, and what a perfectly peaceful and gentle and compassionate way to say goodbye. I'm so sorry your time together couldn't have lasted longer, but a perfect love isn't measured in time. Sending hugs and much sympathy.

What a wonderful dog she must have been. Always happy, and always devoted to you. I'm so sorry---I know it will be really hard without your precious Ronee.

How blessed you were to share your life with your little landshark as she grew into a beautiful lady. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Kala Blu.

Your girls were so beautiful, inside and out. We lost Tess and Lydia 6 weeks apart, and I understand how devastating it is. I'm so sorry you lost both Bella and Cleo.

She was so young, it just isn't fair. And the suddenness adds an extra layer to your grief. I'm so very sorry you lost your precious Arteria.

I don't think that any of us will truly be able to find words to express our sadness. But you have found the words again, and again he's with us, part of a large and loving family. If ever a dog and a human were meant to be together, it was you and Rocket. He was larger than life, and made many people smile because you shared him so beautifully with his devoted fans. I'm so very sorry you lost your precious Rocket.

Your insight and eloquence even during this time of such unbearable sadness are something that is touching to see. Yes, we are lucky to have our dogs, and your precious Moonshine was lucky to have you. I'm so very sorry that she was taken from you so young, but they live in the moment, and her time with you was filled with love. Looking into the eyes of another Greyhound who needs you will help your hearts to heal, and will honor your sweet girl.

Oh, no! So sad that he couldn't have stayed with you longer. I'm so very sorry you lost your precious Stewie.

How lovely she was. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Ellie.

Oh, no! I'm so sorry for your shock and pain and sadness, and the loss of your precious boy. Be gentle to your grieving heart---there was no way you could have known.

I too so understand how you're feeling! Your situation sounds very similar to ours when we put Calvin to sleep in May. He had all those problems with mobility and getting up too. And of course, when we made the hard decision to have the vet come to the house, he got right up to greet her! Yes, twisted that knife in our hearts. But we knew, that while there might be a few ups and downs, he wasn't going to get better. Like your sweet boy, he had a lot of bacon for breakfast. Knowing how peaceful his passing was, I can say that Blue was blessed to have spent the day at home, eating good food, and being with the people he loved, right till the end. They live in the moment, you know, with no thoughts of sadness to come, and you gave him that most loving last gift. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Blue.

I'm so sorry you lost your precious Max. It's heartbreaking to see our babies in so much pain, and have to make the most difficult of decisions.