greyhoundlady

I agree with tbhounds. I used the Seresto collar on my grey for the first time last year and had no problems at all, and she wore it 8 months. Just put a new one on and she has no problems either. Be extra sure that the collars aren’t counterfeit. There are ways to know - buy from a reliable source, if it is cheap it probably should be questioned, and by simply going on the Seresto site or googling how to know you have the real Seresto brand collar.

Sorry you are going through this - it causes all sorts of worry indeed. It could be a lot of things and hopefully nothing that can't be fixed. My grey went through what it sounds like yours is, she is a great runner at top speed in the yard. Then one time she came in, laid down, and when she got up to walk would not put her front leg down. After a while, she worked it out and used all four legs but this would happen each time she first got up. I did take her in for xrays, etc and it turned out to be a badly bruised toe that was causing her the pain. She was on leash walk only and no zoomies in the yard. She got better, then months later did the exact same thing from zooming in the yard. Of course I panicked again and took her in for xrays etc. same result - badly bruised toe. She is fine now. We have recently moved and have no fenced yard so she has to leash walk all the time. No toe problems anymore. I am just offering what I experienced, but continue to have everything checked out (which I know you will) just to be sure. Good luck!

Most likely your grey was sending the signal for that golden to behave (you said your grey was standing stationary and behaving) and the golden wasn't recognizing dog language, so your grey took it to the next level of correction. I have found greys to be really good at dog signals. I had one grey who knew them all - I didn't teach him, he came that way. When a dog didn't pay attention to his quiet warning, he would growl, snap and warn the other dog it was out of control. As others said, I think you have a great grey! I would also tell your friend that your grey doesn't like rough and tumble activity and not to allow their dog to jump all over yours. Congratulations on being a first time dog owner and beginning with a greyhound! Do you have local walks or meet and greets for greyhounds where you live? I think you and your grey will really enjoy that.

Of the four greys I have had, two would have been highly insulted if any human didn't beeline for them and moosh them up. One grey had to greet everyone even if they showed no interest in her. On the other hand, one of my males greatly disliked strangers, and sometimes those he knew, touching any part of him. I used to sing the song 'Can't Touch This' to him My current girl only allows touching on her terms. She has always been shy and if someone comes toward her without her permission she backs away quickly. I think you should just keep alert for a sneak attack by an unsuspecting person and warn them your grey doesn't take kindly to an invasion of his space. I, myself, never greet any dog as you describe, unless the dog has come to me showing they wanted to be pet. I would guess what you have experienced are greyhound owners that have been used to greys who really enjoy the human touch - there are many of those greys .

Thank you for your input. We are in the middle of the state (I have been told it is the geographic center of MA ) and it looks like Holliston is a little more than an hour away. I am hoping for something a bit closer for routine visits. The website of Westside Animal Clinic in Worcester does mention Tufts as the place to go with after hour emergencies, so that looks like a good sign. I will call Westside Animal and ask if they have treated greys. It seemed from the greytalk vet list that one of the vets there owns/owned a greyhound. I am hopeful. Thanks again!

We have recently moved to Rutland, Massachusetts from NJ and would like to find a greyhound savvy vet for my grey Lia. We have lots of Labradors and Goldens in our new neighborhood, but I have found no greyhounds anywhere here and we have hiked on many of the rail trails . We do attract a lot of attention though, with many people asking about greyhounds. I checked on the vet list here and it may be that the closest vet practice is Westside Animal Clinic, Dr Anita Trom, in Worcester, MA. Does anyone have experience with the practice, or maybe direct me to one that knows greys. This isn't an emergency, and I have time yet before Lia is due for a vet check, but I want to make sure things are in place. Thank you

I only remember one person being petrified of one of my greys. We were walking on a wooded trail and a couple was approaching from the other direction. The woman literally began climbing up her companion's back and screaming when she saw my grey. Huh? He said she was petrified of dogs. That was pretty obvious . The vast majority of people we come across have wanted to come pet them - especially children. Fortunately the children we have encountered ask first. (I am on my fourth grey). The people that look concerned/fearful most likely just don't like dogs. Secretly, if I am alone and walking with my grey and someone we see is fearful of my grey, I don't mind - I kind of like feeling protected, even if it is me that would be doing the protecting .

I can't give advice on the meds, but I am sending you and Tanzi prayers and comfort wishes. I understand how hard this all is.

I have a raised feeder stand for my grey - but when we travel, her bowl is on the floor when she eats/drinks (I don't cart the raised stand with me ). She has no trouble eating or drinking either way. When she first came here she tried to sip some wine out of a wine glass on the kitchen table. The height didn't seem to be a problem at all .

Thanks also, Walliered. That is so kind of you. I will email you if I don't see any improvement, and try that. I am leaning toward the re-hurting of the past injury of the toe. When Lia's moment of madness strikes her, she doesn't even notice what she is running over or what she is twisting in her excitement. I am very touched by everyone's willingness to help!

Thank you, Toni, for your positive thoughts and hugs. I am sending the same to you and Morrie. I know the worry. I will be thinking of you both. Fingers, toes and paws crossed too.

Thanks - Yes - when she was last at the vet, and on their exam table, I asked him to double check for corns as I couldn't see anything. He did and said he couldn't see any either. I am thinking now that the right foot/toe is the thing to focus on. If I don't see any improvement with her limping, I will bring her back to the vet. I am sure right now his recommendation will be what is already being done - leash walk and limited exercise as that was what I did with the original toe injury. It was helpful to know your opinion about the stretching. She always does the downward dog stretches, full out stretch butt in the air, and no discomfort shown. I was glad Rachel pointed that out to me . Thank you again . Keeping fingers and toes crossed .

What a relief!! Wonderful news!!!

Rachel (I read the bottom of your signature ) - thank you. I didn't realize the downward dog stretch would most likely indicate that it wasn't a shoulder injury (per Tracy). That really helps in narrowing things a bit. And because you reminded me of what I meant to do, I just called the vet's office and spoke to the receptionist re which foot of Lia's she was in for last May. They had taken X-rays and determined very bad bruising from her 5 minutes of madness running in the yard. Guess what - Right foot! I think our detective work is starting to unveil something. When I was at the vet at the end of August, multiple X-rays were done of her entire right leg and foot, and there was no indication of anything broken (or worse). Now I am wondering if perhaps it could be the toe injury and she re-hurt (bruised) it in further madness moments. I remember the past toe incident required rest. I don't remember what medication she was put on though, as I would think she had to be. I can't remember side effects. And I really appreciate your suggestion of Previcox and the Pepcid. That is what I will ask the vet for next time. Thanks for working this out with me . Next vet appointment, I can zone in on the foot - and then we can take it from there. I understand your experience with Sweep and getting to the vet's door. Lia gets all excited about the car ride, hops out of the car, looks around at me and then tries to get back in the car. Planting of feet is also involved, and once inside she shakes and vibrates so much it is pitiful to see. The office staff are so wonderful though and one of the younger vets comes out, kneels beside her and whispers sweet nothings in her ears, while slowly petting her. It helps a bit, but she still manages to stink eye me at every moment. Yes, I do wish they were able to understand we are only trying to help them .

Thank you, Ramonaghan, for asking . I gave her the Rimadyl for four days and she seemed to be handling it well, then had liquid poop. She also became picky with her food - but that is a factor of daily life here, so I can't say I can blame the medication on that. I stopped it and her poop returned to normal so I am not giving it to her anymore. I am continuing with the cosequin and shorter leash walking time for limited exercise. We used to do miles of hiking in hilly woodsy terrain (which I know she misses). To give her 'adventure' we now go for car rides and visit the pet store . The limp isn't gone - not major, and she uses her leg to walk, not holds it up. It is always after she has been laying down and sleeping for a long while. And it does improve once she 'walks it off'. Every time she gets up she downward-dog stretches and then gets on with things. She isn't hesitating with any physical activity - jumping in the car, out of the car, dragging me when she wants to walk in a different direction, etc. I am puzzled, but keeping a keen eye on her. I am not going to continue the Rimadyl, because I really didn't see any improvement with the symptoms (and the bad poop situation). If the Rimadyl was working would it be within the first few doses or do you think it has to be many days before results are seen, like giving cosequin for joints? I am now trying the 'resting' and limited exercise routine for now. As someone said - it can take a long time for soft muscle injury to heal, if that is what it is. The puzzle is whether we are looking at that, arthritis beginning, or something else. I am watching to see if anything changes/doesn't improve with her and then will go back to the vet and see what else he/they have to say. Just as a side note - she is my extremely shy girl. When I adopted her 4 years ago (she was just 2 years old) she was petrified of everything and spent most of her time in hiding. She has come so far in the last 4 years with me, but still dislikes new situations and stresses easily. The vet visit is a bit of a meltdown for her, but clinging to me she braves it. Thanks again for thinking of her! I always appreciate the opinions and experiences of others!