HopeForHounds

Jet got his last Rabies last year. Our vet agrees no more vaccinations for him.He is 12 1/2 now.

I'm so very sorry.

You will, I'll be vending. Lots of new goodies to show too.

A big part of why I had to have that collar Marilyn. I think of Boggles from time to time. That collar is doing very well.

Mama Grandy is doing very, very well. She is guardian of our main floor, flat out refuses to use the stairs. She also will not get on the couch, no big deal says Jet, her loss! Lightning was meant to be a VERY fast house dog. Man is that boy fast, he just had no interest in racing. I see him every year at Sandy Paws and twice at the GEM event. He is a really good boy, stunning looks like his Daddy. Zee was a very successful racer. He tended to stay in Grade B, move up to A then back down to B. I was lucky enough to see him race live when my friend Vicky and I went to Florida in April We spent some time in the racing kennel too, he knew we had come to see him, and pushed everyone else out of the way. He is a beauty with his Mama's gentle face. Do you think he knew we were there to see him? Being weighed Leslie - rycesmom will have to share some photos of him from now on.

I'm Janet and I'm a Lurker! I've been a Grey Talk Member for many years, in fac, I joined when my first greyhound Foxy was diagnosed with cancer at age 10. Her diagnosis is what eventually led me to found Hope for Hounds. We have had 6 greyhounds in our life, with up to 4 at one time. Foxy arrived in 1999 and gracefully left us 6 years ago at 13 years and 8 months. She started me on on my journey that has evolved way beyond my expectations. My username until recently was foxysmom. I decided it was time for a change and I think my new user name is a better reflection of who I am today, although I will always be foxysmom in my heart. Jake was my mellow boy. He taught me how to bandage feet like an expert. Keep a good supply of arnica and doxycyclin on hand, and to take things slowly especially when you have a hound with LS and TBD We lost him on the second last day of 2012 at 13 years and 8 months. Jet, our spook (I swear he's autistic) is now 12 and 4 months. He's quirky and loveable and surprises me daily with his evolving personality. He's the last of our original 3. Peanut, my pre adopted Follow That Hound pup was my heart. I have never bonded with a dog so quickly and completely as I did with her. I'm pretty sure she felt the same way. We lost her suddenly at age 6 1/2 to what turned out to be a hereditary kidney disease. I get some comfort that in some way her records helped save her brothers lives a few months later. When Peanut was 4 I took her back to Florida (and the beach) to reunite with her Mama Caffie. We also brought home her new sister my pre adopted racer Grandy. Mama Grandy had 2 puppies to leave with Mama Caffie and Daddy Bill, but she was so focused on going for a ride that I don't think she noticed. I later took Grandy to the GEM Event in Michigan to reunite her with one of her sons Lightning. Yes, they definitely recognized each other. Lightning gave his Mama plenty of kisses, she was less than impressed. Grandy's other son Zee was racing until very recently. He now is lucky to live in Miami with Leslie,rycesmom, someone I am happy to call family. A few months after Jake's passing my husband surprised me by saying he wanted to adopt a cute 48lb brindle cutie. I thought he was out of his mind, but off I went back to Michigan and brought home our little Maggie Mayhem. and now we are a 3 hound household. Jet my fruit loop with our 10 1/2 year old granddaughter Kalia. (some of you may remember Foxy hanging out with her when she was a baby) Grandy with our other granddaughter Olivia who will be 9 very soon. (Some of you may remember little Olivia when she burned her hands and arms at 18 months. Happy to report she has no problems now) And Maggie our wee brat! And me? I'm still making jewelry when I have time, teaching pre school children during the day, running Hope for Hounds when there is work to be done (like now) plus I am also on the Advisory Board of The Greyhound Health Initiative. I am learning so much from Dr Couto and look forward to sharing that with anyone and everyone who wants to know. Ask me about speaking at your events or message me if I can help you in any way.

I'm sure most of you know already since any news about cancer gets our attention. The 8th Miss Nellie Auction is live and runs until September 15th at 10:00 pm. (or 15 min after the last bid) Funds raised from this auction will be given to the Greyhound Health Initiative for cancer research on greyhounds and eventually help with treatment of cancer in greyhounds. Auction Link There are some great items in this auction, but I wanted to point out this one that has no bids yet. If anyone is looking for jammies for their rear left tripod these cute ones have no bids. They were made for Suzie Collins Maggie Mae who was a 5 year and 3 month cancer survivor. Link to Jammies

Godspeed hampsum! You know you were always one of my very favourite GT houndies. I hope you found your Peanut. Susan, I know George took a large piece of your heart with him. Hoping you find some solace in knowing how many people will truly miss him.

As I scroll through these photos and look at all of these amazing angels it strengthens my resolve to keep working. To keep research on cancers in greyhounds going. There have been some amazing breakthroughs, and I just know that in my lifetime there will be better treatments, longer survivals and with hope a cure. Please help by donating an item to the Miss Nellie Auction. My own addition to the gallery, my Miz Foxy the inspiration behind Hope for Hounds

Sandra and John, I am so sad to see this. Sending hugs and love Godspeed pretty Sally! I know you were loved so very much.

How wonderful that you were able to enjoy years of love after being so uncertain. My sincere condolences for your loss.

I can only imagine the joyful reunion today at the bridge. Trish, Bebe and Petey together again, plus all of her wonderful Full House family. I am so sorry she had to leave you, but what a way to go - a full belly, a fun run, and lots of love and ear scritches. You were with her whenever she needed you Judy, and she will never forget that. Hugs to you, Mike and Kevin. Godspeed pretty Bebe! Run with the angels

I met Peg when she was in Cathie's kennel in Jacksonville. I loved watching her race. Welcome to your new home Peg!

I've been using coconut oil for almost a year now. My dogs love it! I just give them a heaping teaspoon on top of their dinner. I also brush their teeth with it. Grandy doesn't fight the toothbrush anymore, but she does fight me to eat the toothbrush now. I started with just toothbrushing, then added it to their food a small amount at a time. None of mine have had any gastro discomfort from the coconut oil.

I know how hard this was to write. I know how much you loved them both. They were very, very cool dogs. I'm so happy I played a part in bringing both of these cool kids home to you. Love you CL.

Sending healing thoughts your way.

I'm so very sorry Ed. : I too still have my Gus magnet on my fridge. It reminds me that nothing is impossible. I remember very clearly where I was when I heard Gus had been captured. Godspeed Gus run forever free

Jey I am so sorry. Run with the angels beautiful Joseph

I'm sorry Wendy and Kevin. She was a lucky kitty.

Seems like yesterday and forever all in one doesn't it?

I'm just seeing this now, I'm so sorry you and Cody are going through this. Sounds like you have a good team working with you. Sending prayers and hugs.

A huge thank you to Cara Lea for finding this treasure. All of these babies are at the bridge now. Foxy at the front, l - r Jake, Peanut and Choo Choo.

Today we made the most difficult decision to let our wonderful boy Jake go. The past years, as many of you know, have been up and down for Jake. He has fought TBD and more recently LS. On New Year's day he had his first crisis and collapsed, I wasn't sure he was going to survive that. But, with fabulous vet care and the strongest will eve,r we managed to get an extra year. The last 2 weeks have been increasingly difficult and it became clear that our time was running out. I had hoped to wait until the holidays were over, but had made an appointment for today "just in case". Jake's passing was very gentle. With his head in my lap,his soft gaze held his vet Miki's and his heart stopped beating. I know that Peanut, Foxy, Angus our border collie and Rita - Jake's littermate were there to meet him. Godspeed my handsome man with the softest ears, you've left a big hole in my heart. This is how I will think of him - whole, healthy and moving easily, playing with his sister Peanut.

I'm still having a very hard time with this news, even though I had a feeling. This is a boy I watched race, met at the kennel, and got to love on each and every visit to Jacksonville (or Sandy Paws). It's inconceivable that he won't be there in March Love you bunches Ruler and Miss Jenn

I sure can relate to this Judy. I get so mad at myself when I forget or I'm late with Jake's gabapenten. Yes, Chris we too think it's a miracle drug. Jake would not be here if he wasn't on it.