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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.
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8 hours ago, greysmom said:
Yes, if it wasn't clear, buckle collars are not secure on greyhounds for much the same reasons. To make it tight enough to be secure it has to be really too tight.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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PIXAR IS GOING TO ABDUCT YOU! GREYT WORK!!!!
IT LOOKS LIKE BUSHMAN STUDIO WILL BE GOING OUT OF BUSINESS-
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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.
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MAZEL TOV!!!! she looks sweet!
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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.
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On 9/18/2023 at 12:15 PM, Greymike said:
I wanted a coat that the dogs can wear around the house for the cold winter. One with legs on the front and the back.
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.
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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.
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On 8/20/2023 at 1:39 PM, racindog said:
Wow. People should be diligent to use TOP QUALITY equipment as well. The cheap China stuff from pet stores is not designed to withstand the forces a hound can put on it.
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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Vitamin RX CLAY- firms up poop even faster than pumpkin
stick with a simple white rice diet- some protein but rice that you can cook w/ chicken or bone broth. slow and easy with the food as they recover.
and for your older dog- the webmaster harness is a god send. great mobility aid
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as per paws and toes(banged and inflamed) i clean with https://www.amazon.com/Durvet-B000HHSD8M-Chlorhexidine-Solution-fl/dp/B000HHSD8M/ref=sr_1_5_pp?keywords=chlorhexidine%2Bfor%2Bdogs&qid=1693473362&sr=8-5&th=1
i will soak the paw 3xs daily and if immediate relief is not apparent i have the area checked for FUNGUS! in the states we often call it Athletic's Foot. if a fungus then a totally different approach- keep it dry, i've used OTC fungicides and/or medicated powder.
in a pinch, i've reversed the order- kept the paw/toe/webbing dry and waited to see what happens. every time i vacation at the beach my
dogsgreyhounds end up with fungus in between the toes- strange but the hairy terriers never had that problem.as per split webbing- i was told by my late country vet to use hydrogen peroxide 2xs a day, keep the paw bandaged and let the area form scar tissue. it's nearly impossible to stitch webbing. and one becomes very proficient at bandaging.
i have used chlorhexidine on myself- it's wonderful. i'm always getting some debris under my nails or in my hand from gardening and a couple of times soaking and all is healed. it's good stuff to have around.
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15 hours ago, MooMooTheGreyt said:
Hi lovely folk! Didn't think this was worth starting a whole new thread so hope OP doesn't mind me hijacking theirs
Just wondering if this is a corn? I just noticed it on my longboi's front paw. Doesn't seem to be giving him any pain or trouble, and it's very small, but want to get on top of it early if that's what it is!
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ooks like a baby corn. personally i hull them. annie who was super sensitive had a teeny corn like that an immediately applied for workmen's comp
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unfortunately many dog owners are just stupid. i run into a jerk who has 2 spaniel mixes who are aggressive and lunge and are walked on flexi leads. I normally do an about face turn and go the other way. Recently I was chatting with someone at their driveway. The monsters on flexi leads approached. I went to the far back end of the driveway- he let the dogs out on full leash towards my 2 and told me i was stupid when i told him to get back and use a normal leash.
Idiots fill this world- try your best to stay away from jerks.
Was the pack of ankle biters with a human? They are lucky that rook did not just grab one and shake it to death.
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Amantadine enhances the other pain meds. that was part of emily's osteo pain management cocktail. it's a long haul, but just remember dog are far more stoic than us humans and we need to encourage that. Just keep the love and special treats a comin-
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we have 900 sq ft of official living space, not including the studio where the dogs hang out and a fenced in yard. your space is not a problem. it's all the icing on the cake- meds, vet, flea and tick, heartworm, etc. can you handle that?
if you posted here- it's a done deal! good luck- this always approves of another GH!
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i agree with vet check up. but try some of this: VITAMIN RX CLAY- great for the gut and works almost instantly for the runs. a professional handler told me about it. i never leave home without it. stress does hit the gut first.
i have a female w/ a high high high prey drive. mango will sit on the back porch all night and scan the yard for critters. it drives us crazy when we are watching TV and she knows there stuff out there and she paces. i tell her to knock it off, but sometimes it presents itself as a need for an emergency turnout at 3 am. yup, DH has gone out to find opossum playing dead and one wild and crazy beast. when this occurs i resort to a crate at bedtime. i happen to have a huge airline crate but if you have a wire crate cover it with a sheet or blanket. so, this can be a normal behavior for a hunter. but with the passing of 4th of july, summer heat etc a possible round or two of flagyl might be in order.
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amazon has been popping up and down w/ the prices of the majestic dog beds. surf their site if you are in need. i scored w/ a 40" doughnut bed was $110 for $39. then the price went up, then down- that's amazon for you. the majestic beds size large and x-large have removable covers, a must for me.
they are loading sale items before prime days
who doesn't need another bed?
bessie and barney are also running a sale, buy one get one free on select bed. but the majestic was a better deal to me.
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On 7/6/2023 at 1:08 PM, CeeEs said:
Replying late because her cycle ended but I will get those washable diapers. They look to fit better. Thanks!
how much does she weigh? i have some that i'll sell cheap from my whippet who will be spay soon.
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the hudson valley is a large area! in wappinger's falls my longtime friend both grooms and boards. she has gh, galgos, podenco and a borzoi. a super wonderful person. https://debbiesgrooming-n-boarding.com/ debbie also knows whats going on w/ vets etc in the area. she knows all the GH people near her. tell her, andrea sent you.
debbie has fenced in yard is located near the rail trail. we live lower hudson valley, yonkers- and honestly stay away from dog parks. rye playland beach is dog friendly after labor day and before memorial day. but that's a schlep, it's on the l.i. sound. that's why i asked what town.
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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.