greytluck Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 (edited) Back when I was 13 years old, I saw my first greyhound. It was love at first site My parents really weren't into the idea of getting one, so I waited. Then I met my husband who never owned a dog and vowed never to, so again I waited. After almost 15 years of waiting and many many compromises with my DH, I am proud to say I am owned by one of these magnificent dogs. Hobbes came into our home 6 weeks ago today. He has been everything a thought a greyhound would be. He is such a sensitive soul but can be a complete goof when he is a home. We almost didn't get him because he was much older then what we thought we wanted, but it's true when they say the dog picks you. Now I can't imagine not having him, he has even totally changed my DH mind about dogs. Hobbes has him wrapped around his little paw He even has been such a good greyhound ambassador my parents a thinking of adopting one. So here's our little man... Hobbes first car ride with us He loves our bed and his stuffies I also wanted to say thank for all the info on this site. I was lurking for a long time before I got him. You GTers are greyt. Edited August 25, 2007 by greytluck Quote Hobbes-Ricard Hatch09/23/99-12/21/09 Always loved, never forgotten. Wally TNJ Boy Howdy, GLS Genuinerisk Corinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrAlexTheDog Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 pictures, please! Quote Steve, owner/photographer Crackerdog Photography, writer of ShutterHounds. Follow me on Instagram.Alex (Sanja Black Eyes [1989-2003] - Sanja Superfrank x TH's Fandango), Nikki (Ein's Ardonis [1995-2008] - Farmer Wilson x Legs Polly),Sadie (Carla Tar [2002-2014] - Coldwater Guv x Canatar), Katie (Leading Home [2003-2013] - Iruska Excalibur x Impress Me Much),Bean ([2013-] - DJays Octane x O Ya Cranberry), and Billy Bob (O Ya Billy Bob [2011-2020] Dodgem By Design x O Ya Cranberry) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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pabozem Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Welcome from Kansas! Hobbes is a beautiful boy. Thanks for sharing the pictures. Pat Quote Waiting at the bridge: Blaze, Rodney, Lady, Spice, Sarahlee, Callie and Baby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2hounds Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 And congrats! I am sure you will find the wait was worth it! Quote 2 Hounds Design Martingale Collars | 2 Hounds Design Facebook PageAlisha, Bob, Livvie (the 2.5 year old!) plus Mia Bella, Tippy, + Wahoo and Diesel the crazy kitties (and missing sweet Iceman, Paradise, Bandit, Cujo & Sebastian) in Indian Trail, NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rycezmom Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 from Miami. Nice to see you here.... Quote The more I see of man, the more I like dogs. ~Mme. de Staël Missing my Bridge Angels Ryce, Bo, Jim, Miss Millie, Miss Rose, Gustopher P Jones (Pimpmaster G), Miss Isabella and Miss Star Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Congratulations!!!!!! Lots of Happiness! Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Greetings from Florida and congratulations on your new arrival. Hobbes is adorable! I love the picture of him on the bed with the stuffy. Greys are just wonderful. Now you know that first hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Hobbes waited a long time too. I'm so glad you finally found each other, and that it's all working out so beautifully. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Congratulations!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Aaawww, my parents have a Hobbes too. He's a westie though, AKA bait (if you are a greyhound)! Hobbes looks very happy, and they absolutely do pick you. You are both so lucky! Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 from California. Congratulations! You have one very happy boy there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest IrskasMom Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 (edited) Hi there . Greyt Story and Greyt to have you here . Awwww he sure is handsome. Edited August 26, 2007 by IrskasMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Welcome and congratulations! What a handsome brindled boy! Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest momto3greys Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Welcome to the wonderful world of Greyhound ownership. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wilsontrixie Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Hi there and welcome from a fellow Ontario girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WarmheartedPups Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Welcome !!! What a handsome pup you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linn Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Welcome from another one from Ontario. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Congratulations. They do indeed have a way of stealing your heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Hi, welcome to GT! What a handsome pup you have! Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CleosMom Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 I "think" we met you and Hobbes today at Norwood? If that was your Hobbes...he is gorgeous. My girls were smitten. Welcome! Quote Jennifer Cleo (Golddust Cadilac 83484 Blazing Desire X Greys Blu Fox) Cole (Hallo Jeremy 88778 My Rooster X Bahama Tango) Athena (R and a Peach 93839 Coldwater Guv X R and a Lady) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bowiebears Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 (edited) Welcome to you all from the MD 'burbs of Washington DC! Hobbes is a gorgeous boy! Congrats to all. --Isaac Edited August 26, 2007 by bowiebears Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytluck Posted August 26, 2007 Author Share Posted August 26, 2007 I "think" we met you and Hobbes today at Norwood? If that was your Hobbes...he is gorgeous. My girls were smitten. Welcome! That was us. It was nice to meet you and your pups as well. Hobbes has such a good time there, he just loves all the ladies Quote Hobbes-Ricard Hatch09/23/99-12/21/09 Always loved, never forgotten. Wally TNJ Boy Howdy, GLS Genuinerisk Corinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiffer Posted August 27, 2007 Share Posted August 27, 2007 Oh hon, your story is so touching! How strange that Hobbes waited for you for over a year!! Yes, over a year he waited patiently! Tears of joy here. BTW, I'm the same Jiffer on the GRA forum Quote Jennifer and Beamish (an unnamed Irish-born Racer) DOB: October 30, 2011 Forever and always missing my "Vowels", Icarus, Atlas, Orion, Uber, and Miss Echo, and Mojito. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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