Guest Shana Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Hello everybody!! My name is Shana (pronounced Shayna) and I am 20 years old. I have loved greyhounds since I first laid eyes on one when I was maaayyybe 10ish years. I have been reading this forum for about a month and finally decided to join up. The disappointing news is I don't own a greyhound, and wont be able to for a couple more years. I have to finish school and move out from this stupid condo before I can adopt a grey. I am located in Edmonton, Alberta, Can. I have done lots of research in the past 4 months on this breed, and I am certain this will be my first dog ever (I know, I have never had a dog to call mine my whole life, its been a BUMMER!!). My favorite greys are reds and fawns, as well as brindles. But if I find the right dog, he can be any color and I will bring him home! I do have a cat, and a rabbit though... Cali (full name California) and Mercedez, respectively. Soo that's me in a nutshell. I am super excited about one day adopting a beautiful grey and sharing everythig about him with you guys. I still have lots to learn as well! Merry Christmas Everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Hi Shana and welcome to GreyTalk. This is a great place to learn about greys and share the experiences, joys and sorrows of being owned by this remarkable breed. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Welcome Shana! You have landed in the perfect spot to be as prepared as possible for that wonderful day when you bring your first greyhound home! This site is heavenly! Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamsmom Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Hi Shana! Welcome from Plano, Texas Quote ~Beth, with a crazy mixed crew of misfits.~ Forever and Always missing and loving Steak, Carmen, Ivy, Isis, and Madi.Don't cry because it's ended, Smile because it happened.Before you judge me, try to keep an open mind, not everyone likes your taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dawn Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Hi Shana from Connecticut USA!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 3greysinPA Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 hi there, Welcome to GT! I know they do cat testing on greys... but not so sure they do rabbit testing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Hi Shana - welcome from Ottawa! Your kitty and bunny look adorable! They must provide plenty of entertainment! Quote Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shana Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 I know they do cat testing on greys... but not so sure they do rabbit testing. Haha I am sure rabbit testing would probably not go too well 100% of the time lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome from NY! Before you know it, you will be owning a beautiful hound of your own. I think it's greyt that you are learning so much beforehand. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 3greysinPA Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 I know they do cat testing on greys... but not so sure they do rabbit testing. Haha I am sure rabbit testing would probably not go too well 100% of the time lol Let's just make sure the rabbit is not out when you bring the pupper home... I dont want anything to happen to that cute lil bunny. And I am not saying that it would or wouldnt... i dont know.. but just to be on the safe side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greytluv Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome to the board. Your furkids are adorable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest meakah Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 (edited) Welcome from another Edmontonian. The time will come so hang in there. You have definitely found a great resource for a wealth of information. PS. A friend that adopted a grey this summer has 2 bunny rabbits. And there is another person on here that has a grey that cuddles with their rabbit....can't recall their name though. I know my girl would never hurt a bunny so there are bunny safe hounds out there! Merry Christmas! hi there, Welcome to GT! I know they do cat testing on greys... but not so sure they do rabbit testing. They do if you request it. And I ferret-tested Koda because we had one at that time. She passed with flying colours and they got along perfectly from day one. The ferret had free roam in the house 24hrs/day and would snuggle up with Koda to sleep. Edited December 23, 2009 by meakah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome; your kitties and bunny are adorable. There is another GT member who has a bunny. GT is a great place to do a lot of learning and make some friends, too, while you wait for your greyhound. I hope the time goes by quickly for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saharasmom Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome! I just had to post because my cat has the same coloring as Cali. Madison: Also, once on walk, a French Lop bunny hopped up to me and Sahara. She paid no mind to it, so I think she would be rabbit-safe. Quote Rebeccawith Atlas the borzoi, Luna the pyr, and Madison the cat, always missing Sahara(Flyin Tara Lyn) and Coltrane(Blue on By) the greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome from Eastern Ontario (currently avoiding the weather in Virginia Beach, VA!). That is greyt you are doing your research as it will make things smoother when you can call a pup your own. Remember though, once you have a Grey, you'll have one for life!!! Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Che_mar_Cody Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome from PA!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Hi and greetings from Gainesville, Florida! Greytalk is a great place to come and hang out and learn as much as you can about greyhounds, and also to ooh and ahh all the greyt pictures people post here! Quote Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greys2cats Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome from Southern,NH, love the pictures esp. of bunny Quote Roberta & Michael with Furkids- Flower (Shasta Flowers 6/7/06) & Rascal the kitty - Missing our sweet angels - Max(M's Mad Max) 10/12/02 - 12/3/15, Sara (Sara Raves 6/30/01 - 4/13/12) Queenie & Pandora the kitties - gone but never forgotten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Welcome from Ontario...we come here from all over the world...but you may already know that. You are very very smart because greys are the best...ok, a little biased Quote Jan with precious pups Emmy (Stormin J Flag) and Simon (Nitro Si) and Abbey Field. Missing my angels: Bailey Buffetbobleclair 11/11/98-17/12/09; Ben Task Rapid Wave 5/5/02-2/11/15; Brooke Glo's Destroyer 7/09/06-21/06/16 and Katie Crazykatiebug 12/11/06 -21/08/21. My blog about grief The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to. ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shana Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I wish more people did extensive research before owning dogs, it is definitely something that should not be taken lightly. Aside from learning about this breed, I have been really into Ceasar Milan's training techniques and am in the process of reading his books. I have learnt a lot about dog behaviour in general and I can tell you I am going to be thankful that I know it when time comes for me to have a dog. Greys are quite unique though, and so adorable :D4 Dont worry, my bunny is caged and there will ALWAYS be supervision when bun is out to play when the dog is around. Even if the dog proves small animal friendly. You can just never be too sure, esp. since racing greys chase small lures all the time. Mercedez is a middle aged man now, so he might even leave me before I get a grey. My mom is also very fond of the rabbit, she may want to keep him when I move out. Whatever happens though, I am sure it will all work out. Meakah: Yaayyy Edmonton! I am sure over the next while I will be asking you a lot of questions in particular based on our demographics and greyhound associated events in Edm. (I do wonder how these pooor dogs survive minus 30 pee breaks though!! and thats not even our coldest temps eh!!) And I LOVE ferrets, if you have any pics of the houndie and the slinky please post, I would looooove to see this cuddle action you talk about! Saharasmom: our cats must be long lost sisters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shana Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Oh and another tidbit about me: my family always jokes about me and a greyhound for a dog because the dog will be just as big as me, definitely taller too. I am a wee lass, I weigh in about 97lbs and I want a biiiigggg boy to cuddle. And I am only 4'11", so on hind legs, the dog would surely tower over me! Haha I used to have an obsession with Gret Danes (I still really like them) but to imagine they are even bigger than greyhounds and I am so small! It would be a sight to see haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest houndstooth4 Posted December 24, 2009 Share Posted December 24, 2009 I brought our classroom rabbit home several years ago and my greys at the time both looked at me as if I were insane! "You brought a wild animal into our house?! What were you thinking?!" Your cat and bunny are both adorable! Good luck on owning a grey in the future! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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