Greydawg

I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs.

I am so sorry it was his time to leave. Godspeed, Karson.

I feel your angst, as I know it myself. Just remember that dogs are very adaptable and resilient. She will be fine. You, on the other hand, may be a different case. :-) Try to have a good time on your trip.

My iPad screen became very blurry as I read and watched your lovely tribute to your beautiful boy. Godspeed, Pal. (P's Raising Cain is also the grandsire of my Heisman.)

Sending your Ruger baby many healing thoughts. Hugs.

Sending you heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your precious Sarah.

Awww, wonderful! Many congratulations!

There is never enough time. I am so sorry he had to leave you and your family. Godspeed, Mr Basil.

I am so sorry about Daniel's very sad story. As I read this post with tears, I couldn't help but hear Elton John's song "Daniel" in my head. Here are the lyrics: "Daniel is traveling tonight on a plane I can see the red tail lights heading for Spain Oh and I can see Daniel waving goodbye God it looks like Daniel, must be the clouds in my eyes They say Spain is pretty, though I’ve never been Well Daniel says it’s the best place that he’s ever seen Oh and he should know, he’s been there enough Lord I miss Daniel, oh I miss him so much Daniel my brother you are older than me Do you still feel the pain of the scars that wont heal Your eyes have died, but you see more than I Daniel you’re a star in the face of the sky Daniel is traveling tonight on a plane I can see the red tail lights heading for Spain Oh and I can see Daniel waving goodbye God it looks like Daniel, must be the clouds in my eyes Oh God it looks like Daniel must be the clouds in my eyes" Godspeed, beautiful Daniel... Your star shines bright.

I am sorry for your recent losses.

Try one of the gels or sprays, like Biotene for Dogs, or Petzlife. http://www.petzlife.com/catalog/oral-care-products/oral-care-gel-peppermint.html

My parents' vet (years ago) had a big white Greyhound as their office dog. He did this. All of the sudden, he would just appear. Stealthily. Staring. Unnerving at first, but calming in no time. His name was Ghost.

Oh, I am so very sorry it was his time to leave you. Run free with the wind, Snappy.

The toughest part of owning a dog. I am so sorry.

Nature's Pepto-Bismol perhaps? Mine are grazers when their tummies get upset (evidenced by loud "tummy-growls" before we go outside for a walk). They are very careful to pick out very specific kind of weed. Thankfully, they will shun "lawn grass," which contains all kinds of pesticides and herbicides. Instead, they seek out specific varieties of weeds. I love to watch them analyze the grass to make sure it is the kind they are looking for, before they eat it. Their loud tummy growls subside after they eat it. They rarely throw up after, and the times they have, they have eaten another type of weed - which may have been their intention to feel better. (?)

I am so sorry for your loss. All of them. Godspeed, pretty little Butter.

Welcome, and congratulations on adopting your first Greyhound! I love the visual of her "hobo corner!" Before you leave for work, make sure she has completely emptied herself. We both work full-time, too, and we take them on a 20-30 minute walk every morning. At least "2 Tinks and a Stink" for each dog. Never a mess in the house. My dear dad is our mid-day dog-walker, but the boys have held it for 8 hours before. Overnight, they regularly hold it for longer periods. (They are world class sleepers!) ETA... Best wishes to you in your "adjustment period." You are all learning each others ways right now... It will get easier soon.

Two big boy Greys have lived here for three and four years... Never even one mess. Side note: Before we adopted our first Greyhound, someone recommended I read the Cynthia Brannigan book, "Adopting a Retired Racing Greyhound." I read it cover-to-cover, and learned so much about them. I think it made us both better Greyhound parents, too. I recommend it for everyone who is contemplating adopting a Greyhound. (GreyTalk is invaluable, too! Glad you are here!) Best wishes with your future adoption(s). Be prepared to fall head-over-heels in love!!!

UNFAIR!!! I am so sorry her time with you was too short. Godspeed, American Idol.

What a terrible ordeal for your husband and poor Boo! There are jerks everywhere and I am sorry there is one in your neighborhood. Yeah, dogs are dogs, and if people are going to have them, they need to be responsible owners. Care should have been taken to prevent the Rotty from getting free in the first place. Any reasonable person in his shoes would have dealt with the situation from a defensive position... With sympathy, immediate offer to pay for vet bills, etc. But instead, he chose to be a bully and go on the attack. Your law enforcement has got to be responsive to this situation. On top of everything else, the guy threatened your husband. Good that you filed a police report. I would not feel comfortable with posting signs. This guy is unstable, and I wouldn't want to provoke him further. However, I would tell every person in the neighborhood what happened. If you have a homeowners association, you may want to contact the board. I would also consider sending that guy the vet bills and asking for compensation - but from an attorney, on the attorney's letterhead. Take your own pics/video of Boo, document the ordeal, and keep track of your receipts. Note: Your regular vet shouldn't be as expensive as the e-vet, if you need to have x-rays done on Boo's leg. Poor Boo. I hope his wounds and emotional state heal quickly.

Oh, how tragic! No words of wisdom from me; I just wish words could comfort you. I am so sorry for your loss. Godspeed, little Tia.

Someone on the Bridge may be sending you a great big birthday wish today. Hope you are enjoying your special day.

Welcome to the extended Greyhound family! Snowy is beautiful! Congratulations on adopting her!

Pretty dogs, Lisbeth! A warm and sunny welcome from Sarasota, Florida! I look forward to learning more about your pups!

I am so sorry it was her time to go.