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    Lora (Lora Ann Uhl)

    in Remembrance

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    Oh, no! No wonder your heart and home are incredibly empty. This tiny girl was larger than life, and losing her so soon after her brother is devastating. I honestly think that picture of her in her butterfly jammies is one of the most adorable I've ever seen. You captured her essence in that picture and your wonderful tribute. I'm so very sorry you lost your precious little Lora. I have a feeling that she and Finn will send you a sign that they are at peace and watching over you together.

    Bear

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    You were so blessed to welcome this sweet boy into your family when he was so young. There is always something special about the puppies, watching them grow and change and become beautiful and unique adults. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Bear.

    Hello From A New Member, And Questions About Adopting A Galgo!

    in Introductions & Biography

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    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.

    Dottie B 02/10/07-10/18/18

    in Remembrance

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    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. :beatheart Sending hugs and much sympathy.

    Rocket (Hi Noon Rocket) 11/24/05 – 10/8/18

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    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.

    Sudden Death Of Our Baby

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    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.

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