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No problem. Photobucket tends to do strange things with sizing. You never know what you're going to get until it posts... Everett is a very handsome dude!

Run free, Pepper.

Welcome to GT. To post pics from Photobucket, just copy the IMG link from Photobucket and paste it into your post. No need to use the IMG button. I only use the IMG button if linking to a photo or video on a public website.

Run free, Poodle.

She may just have associated tummy issues from the worms that need time to heal. I would be also giving Metronidazole. Panacur often has a soothing effect on the stomach, but if that's not taking care of the mushy stuff then I would definitely give Metronidazole for about 10 days to see if it clears up. We've always given Metronidazole when giving Panacur or Drontal Plus to help heal any stomach damage and/or cure diarrhea.

Run free, Moose.

Greyhounds love coffee. Don't know why, but many of them do. No need to worry about drinking a little bit. Of course, she may want a refill later.

From the 1800pedmeds.com page What is the most important information I should know about Drontal Plus: Drontal Plus is a prescription medication FDA approved for use in dogs and puppies at least 3 weeks old and weighing at least 2 lbs. Drontal Plus is available as 22.7mg scored chewable tablets for small dogs (2-25 lbs), 68mg scored chewable tablets for medium dogs (26-60 lbs), and 136mg scored chewable tablets for large dogs (45 lbs and over). Their page indicates that a prescription is required. Our vet prescribed it once when I saw a confirmed worm in a stool, and one dose knocked it out. It's good stuff, but not cheap.

Why do you have one of those in your house?

I'm so sorry to read that Paul had to leave. I know from your posts how special he was. Run free, Paul.

Run free, Rue.

Run free, Pongo.

Run free, Supoda.

Run free, Jakie.

So sorry to see this. His antics will be missed by all of us. Run free Arrow.

Anytime I hear gas sounds, I usually will give a Gas-X. Gas bubbles are really uncomfortable and may be straining to try and eliminate the gas. When did he last poop? Is he on schedule other than the straining that he's doing now? If he hasn't gone today, then definitely the E-Vet. if he is otherwise on schedule, but gassy, I would try the Gas-X, then observe and decide. Usually within 10 -15 minutes of giving a Gas-X - i hear a big belch from Rocket.

Everyone here is an enabler. As long as you weren't seeking objective opinions you will be fine. We only have one, have thought about 2, but we are pretty sure that Rocket prefers being an only dog. We just have other greys visit from time to time. That seems to work for him. As long as the two get along, there's no reason not to have two if your finances and home routine allow it.

Make sure the TV is loud if the fireworks are that close. At our last house, a friend from GT would bring her 3 hounds over and spend the night in our basement. With the TV blasting and the earth insulating the basement, most of the fireworks were not heard unless they were at the neighbor immediately behind us. Even then, the loud TV took care of about 99% of them.

Run free, Skeeterbug. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for taking him in.

Gorgeous pics of your girl. Glad you were able to recover them.

I'm so sorry that Yvain had to leave suddenly. That was a beautiful tribute to your sweet boy. Run free, Yvain.

Congratulations! Those bargain bin hounds are quite a deal.

I'd give bread and keep an eye on her for any distress.

This. Right now, you and the hound are making huge adjustments. neither of you know what to expect, So you have to take it a day at a time. Our boy Rocket loves belly rubs, but he also "zones out" when you rub his belly, then will growl and sometimes lunge because he is so zoned out, that he startles during the belly rub. After 5 years, i rarely rub his belly unless i know he is awake and playing. It is too early in your relationship with your new girl to just assume she will behave like every other dog. Greyhounds are unique, mostly because of the way they've lived and been trained in their racing careers. Now they have to learn how to be a pet, just like you have to learn to be a greyhound owner. It does get easier, and the dog you have today will be completely different a year from now. You will be able to watch her learn new things in the coming months. and realize how little of the outside world your hound has experienced up until now as you watch her reaction to things we all take for granted. Rocket was fascinated with birds, planes, trucks and motorcycles. Still is after 5 years. It;s still fun to see his reaction to things.

Your adoption coordinator needs to be advised of this now. He or she should be working with all members of the family in this situation for the protection of your family and your hound. Snarling or growling is a warning that the hound is not comfortable with whatever the person is doing. Brandiandwe's response is correct. Your hound is not comfortable with being petted or having someone too close. This is normal greyhound behavior, and the dog is doing her a favor by warning her.You have a dog that has lived in a home for a grand total of about 9 days. She doesn't know what is expected of her yet, but she has always had her own space and is not used to having that space encroached upon. Many hounds sleep with their eyes open, and will startle if petted or touched while sleeping. Often in a startle situation, a bite can occur. All members of your family as well as all visitors need to make sure that the hound is awake and willing to be petted before just reaching down and petting. We have lived with a hound for over 5 years who startles in his sleep. Making sure that the hound is awake and STANDING - not lying or sitting, before petting is the easiest way to avoid an incident. Further, the hound should not be allowed on the furniture at this point, as she will guard her space, Furniture privileges can come later, or not. In our house, we only pet when he is standing, and we call his name before approaching if he in on a bed. We never pet when he is on his bed. He could easily appear to be awake, but in fact be asleep. Following those rules without exception will go a long way in avoiding a potential incident.