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  1. i was watching my late friend's 11 year old borzoi who was using a Help Em Up harness. I hated it, she peed on it all the time. I went to a sling made out of a sturdy reusable shopping bag that was opened so it became a sling. I used it for steps only.
  2. i know someone who had a male with very similar behavior. being the saint that she was clicker training(the most benign)was attempted with much patience and professional one on one guidance. no response- after years of trying everything she realized that nothing could be done with this poor lost soul. his ventures were limited to a very small yard to pee and poop and quick inside. no affection from him, going to the vet included a strong person to lift this 80lb boy in and out of the car. it was not easy, but as i said the owner was a saint. i feel for you, it's a difficult situation. the poor dog did eventually pass, major body fail and complications somewhere around age 10. but it was a good 6 years of stressful dog ownership. i think your label is exactly what this male had. do ask for support from your adoption group. possibly someone who has a good size group of GHs out there has room for another kennel dog. in a group the behavior is not as noticable and possibly your dog might find comfort in numbers and blend in w/ the pack. best of luck, the male i spoke of was very very similar to what you have.
  3. i mentioned 1" martingale since it's the closest to what they wore at the track, so it will seem familiar . i didn't say use a 1" buckle.
  4. greysmom, excellent explanation! responding to your post it sounds like a 1" martingale, closest to the 1" buckle kennel collars and a lighter lead will feel most familiar to the hound. harnesses can be quite difficult to get used to. one of my current dogs will not move w/ a harness on- point blank and she is bomb proof.
  5. https://www.mendotapet.com/collections/shop-all-products?filter.p.product_type=Leashes&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA7t6sBhAiEiwAsaieYoapy4RLoanW5S7rNqPpMYLOPQHOVSW7a6y6wKpK3ZFSfT582y0oURoCgGoQAvD_BwE is this they type of slip lead that your local trainer provided? i believe so. the following has the same name but is used for lure coursing or fast cat, for a fast release https://www.etsy.com/listing/1228145915/fast-cat-quick-release-lead-stunning?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_b-pet_supplies-pet_collars_and_leashes-pet_collars_and_jewelry&utm_custom1=_k_CjwKCAiA7t6sBhAiEiwAsaieYvkJUwQRtBS_xn3S6pR8SYkmw8zbu8SZ1AowAn8djwTUvI3n3HQ2ThoCKbgQAvD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_12570713415_119931960216_507344322411_aud-1118323511438:pla-328317179678_c__1228145915_409848992&utm_custom2=12570713415&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA7t6sBhAiEiwAsaieYvkJUwQRtBS_xn3S6pR8SYkmw8zbu8SZ1AowAn8djwTUvI3n3HQ2ThoCKbgQAvD_BwE the first one listed is also know as a kennel lead, english slip lead and are quite safe if used properly. the stop- leather or bead needs to be tightened so the leash is right at the very tippy top of the neck. the danger with it is not having it in the correction position w/ the correct tension. when you know your dog it can be loosened a bit. i use them quite often and have one in my car for emergencies at all times. the width of the lead is very easy to handle and control, that might be why it was recommended. better than is are the following:https://www.fuzzywumpets.com/collections/martingale-walking-leads orhttps://www.etsy.com/listing/293175113/all-in-one-martingaleleash-combo-3?click_key=74406d7adce802a1d8bbf380eabf704c6ad51ead%3A293175113&click_sum=127c69c1&ref=shop_home_active_11&sts=1 all of the leads come off when the dog is in the house. so, a tag collar is essential. stopping on walks is not a result of the type of lead. it can be fear, it can be your dog is picking up YOUR fear or UNCERTAINTY. training classes help, so participate. if the trainer wants you to use a kennel lead, do so in class. basically the martingale is great for safety but there is absolutely no signal given to the dog, such as "let's go!" which is what you want. once you pick up skills and you and your dog communicate then revisit what you will use. but for training, it might be your answer. i've worked with my dogs since the early 70s in numerous training situations and have watched what has come into and out of fashion. PETA is breathing down too many necks and everyone is fearful of a correction. i'm not saying that this is the answer. each dog is different. currently my 3 year old whippet responds best to this for training- it's a limited slip collar similar to a martingale. i'm liking limited slip collars much more and this one comes off nice and easy. amazon sells it as well. with a traditional martingale there was no response from my current dog in training. safe, just use a 3/8" or 1/2" leather leash which handles well https://store.ezydog.com/checkmate-collar/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA7t6sBhAiEiwAsaieYqlPetWGff3rakRQca8Cer9o07RLGbK0Cj0FyH4vqLsdzYkaagrEshoC2t8QAvD_BwE i hope this identified the term for "slip lead" and maybe will help you find something not too cumbersome which will work for you. we all purchase way too many leads and collars until we find the right one that works. it's like finding a good style and brand sneaker.
  6. you don't need a greyhound savvy vet- you need an opthamologist~ if it's pannus it's very very common in huskies and GSD as well as GH- if it is an injury a certified opthamologist will have the equipment to treat it properly. i learned the $$$$$ way- deal w/ an opthamologist with anything whatsoever eye wise. with annie my vet worked on her scraped cornea for who knows how many $50 visits- staining and checking hence the fee was lower. then the second scratch which was much worse the new vet(my old one retired) she sent me off w/ over $100 worth of meds. Annie needed to have the scar debris, a specially formulated antibiotics and 4 other meds as prescribed by the optho dr. but it took care of the MSMR infection, started to work on the Pannus and healed the scratched cornea. The pannus was not recognized nor the severity of the infection. here is a good resource for your search https://www.acvo.org/ophthalmologist-search - you can enter your state and zip code and for wisconsin see link below https://www.acvo.org/ophthalmologist-search
  7. grizzly has great customer service. if you still have the bottle call them and report the change. i've had it with purchasing items that just don't meet up to expectations, especially when one has been using it for a while.
  8. PIXAR IS GOING TO ABDUCT YOU! GREYT WORK!!!! IT LOOKS LIKE BUSHMAN STUDIO WILL BE GOING OUT OF BUSINESS-
  9. autoimmune issues- they are not easy to deal with. i doubt that you will be able to get health insurance. if you can find an old fashioned farm type vet that's a good diagnostician they will be able to treat your dogs without you going broke. steroids are generally what's used for autoimmune disorders. for that they are a godsend and pretty cheap. do budget yourself and you will be amazed at how old fashioned options can work.
  10. basically your buying time. watch out with kidney disease, you don't want your dog to get to the point where they are having seizures. my rule of thumb and my last GH had kidney disease due to lyme & anaplasmosis- when they stop eating it's time. it's not easy, i know.
  11. someone gave me a coat with all 4 legs- no matter which dog wore it- they are either in or out of the rear legs. go for 2 simple house coats and a fleece blanket that your dog can nest in.
  12. They don’t look large enough for a GH. My whippet’s chest it an XL. Start here on GT by searching topics for winter coats. Also look at the Halemar site. I used their jackets more than the $$$$ voyager coats. But do purchase one of Irene’s coats- they are great for city nights in the house, chilly days and can be worn under a Halemar coat.
  13. and replace leashes/collar/harness when consumed! i have observed people walking at GH events with tattered and torn leashes and collars. One year i was selling the left over stock from a great collar/leash maker at less than wholesale prices- just about giving the goods away. One person bought a new collar, the old one was ready to rip and too small on the dog. when i mentioned a $5 biothane leash- he balked- "that leash is perfect, lots of use to come"- it was chewed in 3 places! good equipment is essential! if one is worried about the cost of replacement- LUPINE has a lifetime warranty. the 1" martingale is a workhorse! the leashes- eh. i had one clip failure, wrote to the leash maker- it was replaced instantly- K9NOZ- great biothane leashes with a wide variety of clasps and biothane weights.
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