Guest greyhoundauntie Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 My sister got her dogs while my children were infants/toodlers, they knew not to bother them in their crates (their caves/dens) and not to poke them in the eye, etc. My children layed all over them held and inspected feet and tails and they never showed any agression, any of the five of them. The dogs would simply get up and leave when they were tired of the attention and head for the couch in the other room. Of course, you have to keep an eye on them and never leave them alone together (that's true for most any dog and small child) but I have never seen an agressive grey. The only time I have heard of a grey nipping a child was when the child (who was 5 and knew better) really and intentionally hurt the dog. Take your time to find the dog that is right for you and your family. Maybe foster first, and do not feel bad if the first (or second ) dog doesn't work out. I think once you find your hound, you'll never know what you did without him/her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest April_Lynn Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 My sister got her dogs while my children were infants/toodlers, they knew not to bother them in their crates (their caves/dens) and not to poke them in the eye, etc. My children layed all over them held and inspected feet and tails and they never showed any agression, any of the five of them. The dogs would simply get up and leave when they were tired of the attention and head for the couch in the other room. Of course, you have to keep an eye on them and never leave them alone together (that's true for most any dog and small child) but I have never seen an agressive grey. The only time I have heard of a grey nipping a child was when the child (who was 5 and knew better) really and intentionally hurt the dog. Take your time to find the dog that is right for you and your family. Maybe foster first, and do not feel bad if the first (or second ) dog doesn't work out. I think once you find your hound, you'll never know what you did without him/her Thanks! This is very reassuring! I'm making myself wait about six months until we adopt so that I can be sure we've taken our time to find the right dog. (Plus I'd like my daughter to be a bit older before we get a dog.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusanB Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 Beware though, they are EXTREMELY addictive I know! My manager used to say that they are like Lay's potato chips--you can never have just one! I am not sure if my husband knows that or not. If he did, he might rethink the adoption. That is how we ended up with five ferrets at one time. They're addictive, too. You might just as well get two to start with!! They're used to being around a LOT from birth and will settle much better if they have a companion. I started out thinking of getting one but went for two when I realized how lonesome one would be!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest akcpupontherun Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 When you are ready....your greyhound will pick YOU! We started out wanting a small delicate little girl, we came home with a big BUBBA brindle male.....who knew? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nitetap Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 I a relatively new greyhound owner(since June) and I'm loving having my pup! She brings such joy into our home. Yes, there can be some challenges but I think they're well worth the work! Hope find a grey that is a good match for your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nitetap Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 A warm welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest April_Lynn Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Beware though, they are EXTREMELY addictive I know! My manager used to say that they are like Lay's potato chips--you can never have just one! I am not sure if my husband knows that or not. If he did, he might rethink the adoption. That is how we ended up with five ferrets at one time. They're addictive, too. You might just as well get two to start with!! They're used to being around a LOT from birth and will settle much better if they have a companion. I started out thinking of getting one but went for two when I realized how lonesome one would be!! My husband would have a fit if I suggested two. I am home with the kids everyday so there will be plenty of companionship. (For now, at least!) When you are ready....your greyhound will pick YOU! We started out wanting a small delicate little girl, we came home with a big BUBBA brindle male.....who knew? Funny, I would prefer a big BUBBA male, too. And preferably brindle or white with black, brindle, or fawn. The color is the least of my concerns but I do like the big males. A warm welcome! Thanks! I'm counting down the months until I can adopt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lovegreythounds Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 Beware though, they are EXTREMELY addictive Boy, you're not kidding! we've only had Sammi two months and already we want another one My daughter is nine and her friends and their little sibs are in and out of the house all the time - Sammi just loves them! the first night Sammi came home, she got up and went into Jade's room, stuck her cold nose on Jade's cheek and then came back and laid down - jest checkin' on her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OurStretch Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 Hi April and welcome. I am a newbie here also. We just adopted Stretch last Sunday. I can say that he is very trainable and very gentle. We don't have any small children, nor small pets. Our sons are 21 and 17. He has already learned a couple commands like sit and lie down. He is getting better at not nosing in while we are eating. The idea of mine and yours is a process. He does whine and bark when left in his room when we are going out. I figure that will get better once he gets more acclimated to the environment. Just from what we've seen in the week that he has been with us, the idea of a grey being a great family pet is confirmed. I wish you good luck with your grey when you adopt. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GreytfullDad Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 Welcome from NC It sounds to me like you have already overcome the greytest hurdle in greyhound adoption, falling in love with a dog and NOT doing the homework required to provide you and the dog a chance for a long and happy life together. I applaud your desire to wait until your family is ready for a greyhound and think iwth the help of your adoption group finding the right hound should not be a problem. Again welcome , Good luck and we look forward to many interesting conversations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest whatahound Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 Welcome from North Carolina Good luck with finding a hound, they are truly addictive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest deanna Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 good for you for doing your research. i don't have any kids, but my neighbor's kids come over to play with my 3 greys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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