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You made the right and loving choice. Some of these dogs can be challenging. Others, easy as pie. Think of this as a learning experience. A lesson in what to look for in your ‘forever’ Grey. Hint - Let the dog pick you. This has always worked for me. 😉
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Do what feels right for you and Jack. Does your adoption agency pick the dog for you or can you pick one yourself? In my opinion, the workers at the kennel can tell you a little about the behaviors they’ve observed there but only you can feel the ‘energy’ between yourself and any dog you are considering. Sometimes, the dog will even pick you! Don’t give up. Don’t despair. You’ll find your match!
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Amazon has them. Etsy probably does, too.
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I’m so sorry that you and Jack are going through this difficult situation. My guess is that he’s sensing your fear aside from being in his new home which is stressful in and of itself.
Reach out to the adoption agency and explain what’s happening. It may be that Jack is not a good match for you. You state in your post that you had immediate misgivings about his size. Red flag right there.
There is no shame, no failure, in returning a dog that is not a good match. It is an unselfish act of love to do what’s best for the dog.
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She’s in a new environment and doesn’t know what the rules are. You’ll have to potty train her at your parents’ house.
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I’ve given probiotics to all my Greys and have gotten excellent results over time controlling the noxious emissions. I use Fortiflora made by the Purina company.
Have you had your dog tested for internal parasites? Hookworms in particular can cause terrible gas.
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So very sorry for your loss. Cletus was a most special boy.
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6 hours ago, MerseyGrey said:
I don’t have any experience of separation anxiety so someone might put me straight on this, but I would leave the curtains/blinds open. Greyhounds love to watch what is going on and it’s the next best thing to be in the midst of what’s going on. Mine will go to the window frequently just to watch the world go by.
This might be contrary to the information in the book you have, in which case, ignore me!
That’s a great idea. My last two hounds had severe separation anxiety. Both of them chewed the blinds to smithereens. Using Patricia McConnell’s methods and leaving the blinds open was very helpful.
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Please read the pamphlet “I’ll Be Home Soon” by Patricia McConnell. It’s the SA bible!
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Fabulous photos! Beautiful hounds! Thanks for sharing.
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18 hours ago, EllenEveBaz said:
Or maybe "caca la pata" to the tune of La Cucaracha?
La caca pataLa caca pata
Ya no puede caminar
Por que le apesta
Por que le apesta
La patita principal
Translation:
The caca foot
The caca foot
Can no longer walk
Because it stinks
Because it stinks
Her principal foot
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It does lose in the translation. 😀
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I had this same issue in NYC many years ago. It turned out the ticks were breeding in the vacuum cleaner bag. Thousands of the little b@$tards all warm and cozy amongst the dust bunnies and dog hair. 🤮
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Those are great! 😄
We’re in Miami so not many falling leaves. However, the heavy rains have made the grass grow “as high as an elephants eye” so a case of ‘caca foot’ is inevitable when we walk around the back yard.
Maybe someone more talented than I can write a ‘caca foot’ themed song sung to the tune of Oklahoma.
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Lovely. Thank you for sharing.
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My first Grey, Wendy, was a master gravedigger when it came to food. She’d bury turkey necks and the like and dig them up for a snack once they were nice and ripe. #2 Grey, Lola, stole whatever she could get her mouth on and bury it under the cushions on her beds. Jenny is a thief of all things edible or not and will hide her cache between the cushions on the sofas.
Imagine my surprise upon finding a tomato stuffed between the back and seat cushion of the living room sofa.Gotta love ‘em!
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6 hours ago, cleptogrey said:
i had noticed that Lettuce's pigment was getting pink- i spoke w/ her breeders they suggest Sea Meal. Not a ton- but it seems to give her what she needs- black pigment is back. https://www.chewy.com/solid-gold-supplements-seameal-skin/dp/49210
it's not expensive, i would give it a try. her breeders have been around for over 30 years and stay pretty simple w/ supplements.
I’ll look into it. Thanks!
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6 minutes ago, greysmom said:
I think it's just normal pigment changes through time. It seems to happen more with black and white and cow dogs.
Our Lilly has spots that change all over her lips and mouth. Never any problems for her.
Jenny is almost entirely black. Huh. Good to know it is a natural occurrence.
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When Jenny joined our family a year ago her lips were black now they are pink. It looks like she’s wearing lipstick. They also seem a bit fleshier to me at the sides of her mouth. She does not exhibit any discomfort.
I switched her stainless steel food and water bowls recently to glass on the off chance she’s sensitive to stainless.
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My plan is to allow her back on the chair (she’s been exiled for several days) and if she has any more inappropriate reactions ask her to vacate each time, keeping her off the remainder of that day. Hopefully she’ll eventually understand that the snark/snap is a no-no.
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Try Cafe Press. They for sure have that oval sticker with ‘ROO’ on it. https://www.cafepress.com/
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Good observation. It’s only happened in the chair. Thank you.
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Well, this is a new one for me. Jenny is my third Greyhound and the only one I’ve owned who will snark/snap. She is muzzled when at the vet.
Last night, she snarked/snapped at DH when he approached me and again when he reached over the back of the recliner I was sitting in. Both times, Jenny was in the other recliner next to me. I immediately gave her a strong ‘uh-uh’! and had her vacate the chair. Now, do I allow her back on the chair and make her get off if the behavior repeats or make the chair permanently (or temporarily) off limits? Or some other behavior modification?
I wonder if she’s guarding me or the chair?Any guidance will be appreciated.
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You are not alone. 😀
Our Lilly has spots that change all over her lips and mouth. Never any problems for her.
Tooth Brushing
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I use a piece of gauze wrapped around my index finger and a dab of doggie toothpaste. You can also use a piece of old hosiery. Use, wash, air dry, repeat.
P.S. Does anyone still wear hosiery these days? 🥴