JJNg Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Hey everyone, I joined a while back but never had a chance to read much. Been trying to get on here a little more recently and figured I should go ahead and post an intro. My name is Jennifer, and I have 2 greys adopted through Greyhound Crossroads in SC. Willow is my first grey, and I got her in Jan 2007 at 2 years old. She was a spook at the track, but most people who meet her now would never know it. Willow came from Heather's kennel (I believe she's an active member here), and I thought it was awesome when Heather featured Willow in her blog: http://fishdoggies.blogspot.com/2009/04/no-transports-today-more-on-sat.html Willow was sick for most of last year with a mysterious illness which we were never able to diagnose. Her signs included swollen lymph nodes and inflammation, fever, generalized muscle soreness, and swollen painful joints. I consulted with our local specialists, and we suspected Bartonella (a flea/tick-borne bacterial disease) but were never able to confirm it despite running just about every test possible. We ended up treating with a combination of traditional meds (antibiotics and pred) along with acupuncture and Chinese herbs, and Willow is now doing great. Here are a few pics of my girl: Wiki is my newest canine addition and joined the family in Nov 2008. He is a goofy boy who loves everyone and keeps me laughing with his antics. He loves to snuggle but unfortunately none of my other dogs share that desire. Willow will put up with him, and while she was indifferent to him in the beginning, he's really grown on her. A "special" moment I was able to capture on film... Here's a video of a 2nd attempt at what led up to the above photo: My current pack also includes a whippet named Ollie, and a mixed breed (maybe border collie/spaniel) Corey. I also have 2 cats and a quaker parrot. If anyone is interested, here are links to more pics (public links - you don't need a Facebook account to view them): http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=88367&id=578697252&l=62814442e4 http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=262482&id=578697252&l=6952cd1387 Quote Jennifer & Willow (Wilma Waggle), Wiki (Wiki Hard Ten), Carter (Let's Get It On), Ollie (whippet), Gracie (whippet x), & Terra (whippet) + Just Saying + Just Alice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HappyHarleysMom Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Welcome, Jennifer! I love your pics on Facebook. I'm not on FB, but like you said, I was still able to view them. The roaching pics are so funny. Harley used to roach a lot. I love the pic of Wiki trying to make himself small enough to fit on the little bed. LOL. And, that video is hilarious! I won't spoil it by telling about it, but his "attempt" was so funny. I can tell he keeps you in stitches. He reminds me of Harley as a young boy. I got Harley from WAG in CT, and they advertised him as a big goofy boy. Looks like Wiki is another goofy boy. All your pets are so gorgeous. Corey is such a beauty too, as is your whippet, Ollie. I don't see whippets unless I attend a greyhound event. My neighborhood has a few greys, but no whippets. I occasionally see the Italian greyhounds also. What do the hounds think of that pretty parrot? Do they watch him, or just indifferent? I saw cat pics also - very pretty kitty. We have 3 cats, who love Harley, and like to rub up against him--their way of saying I love you to him. I'm glad to hear Willow is doing so well after the illness. She is beautiful, and I love her name. I have always wanted to name a female greyhound Willow. It is a beautiful name for a beautiful dog. It happens that I had boys, except Lee Ann, who my ex and I had in the '90s. When we split, my ex kept Lee Ann and his boxer Lucky. I kept my dear Waggie, who was attached to me like glue. Well, I just wanted to say hi Jennifer, and tell you what a beautiful fur family you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Allie Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 They're all so beautiful! I feel so voyeuristic when I trawl through peoples' facebook photos, but your pups are so gorgeous - I especially love the pic of the 3 hound bums and the flicker of tail on the side. I love love love whippets - it's funny, I hardly ever saw greys or whippets around my city until I started looking into fostering, and suddenly they're EVERYWHERE. It's great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddiesmom Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Hi Jennifer- Maddie says Hi. We are hoping to come down and lure race/course with you all soon (maybe March). Did not knowt that Willow had been ill last year. Hope she is better. Quote Amy Human Mommy to fur baby Maddie (Doobiesaurus) TDI certified. May 5, 2002-September 12, 2014 and Mille (Mac's Bayou Baby)CGC, TDI certified. http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg"]http://i270. photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg[/img] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Beautiful family. Welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest zookieninasmom Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 :PWelcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted January 26, 2011 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Welcome from Apollo Beach Florida!!!!! Your babies are adorable! :wub: We are happy you joined us! 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...
GreyhoundNan Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Hiya Jennifer!! Quote Nancy and Simon Dunne, with Clown and Daisy in Greenville, SC....but missing West Yorkshire summat chronic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Welcome from Ohio!!! Beautiful family! Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJNg Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 Thanks for the welcome, everyone! And good to see some familiar 'faces' too. To answer Sherry's question about the dogs and the parrot....they mostly just ignore her. But when I have Jadey out with me, they stay away and act like they are afraid of her. All my dogs are good with small critters, but they're still not allowed together unsupervised. Here are a couple of my favorite photos of Wiki with a days' old kitten that a friend raised, showing just how 'small safe' he is... Quote Jennifer & Willow (Wilma Waggle), Wiki (Wiki Hard Ten), Carter (Let's Get It On), Ollie (whippet), Gracie (whippet x), & Terra (whippet) + Just Saying + Just Alice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FastDogsOwnMe Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Fabulous dogs!!! I also own Greyhounds and Whippets. Super combination. Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hi from Philly. Willow and Wiki are stunning. It was good to read that Willow is better now and the blog spot was awesome. I also have a retired Fish Doggie in my home, DonnieDude retired from B'ham. He is more like Wiki, a big goofy boy. Will you be at Mt.Hounds? Again, welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Barbara Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Hi Jennifer! I love the big dog/small bed photo, and the day-old kitten shots are just about as cute as you can get! I love a brindle hound, and Willow is a beauty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJNg Posted January 30, 2011 Author Share Posted January 30, 2011 Won't be a Mtn Hounds, but I do try to make it to Beach Bound Hounds every year. Barbara, your boy Allstun is stunning! Quote Jennifer & Willow (Wilma Waggle), Wiki (Wiki Hard Ten), Carter (Let's Get It On), Ollie (whippet), Gracie (whippet x), & Terra (whippet) + Just Saying + Just Alice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Welcome to you and all your beautiful pets. Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mbfilby Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Our Mickey came from GC fostered by the Owens.. Best darned pup ever.. Welcome to GT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KennelMom Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Welcome Jennifer! Glad you made it to GT Just got your FB message and I'm going to try to make it down for one day of racing this weekend. I was packing for vacation last week and found all the LGRA racing silks I'd ordered forever ago! I'll probably keep it simple and only bring one hound for the first time. Our Mickey came from GC fostered by the Owens.. Best darned pup ever.. Welcome to GT. And your avatar always make me smile b/c it was taken in our back yard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mbfilby Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Welcome Jennifer! Glad you made it to GT Just got your FB message and I'm going to try to make it down for one day of racing this weekend. I was packing for vacation last week and found all the LGRA racing silks I'd ordered forever ago! I'll probably keep it simple and only bring one hound for the first time. Our Mickey came from GC fostered by the Owens.. Best darned pup ever.. Welcome to GT. And your avatar always make me smile b/c it was taken in our back yard Heather, I think this picture of Mickey is absolutely stunning, and is my favorite of the 100s of pic we have of her.. I often wondered where it was taken.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJNg Posted February 2, 2011 Author Share Posted February 2, 2011 Mickey is beautiful! Good to 'meet' another GC pup. Heather, great to see you on here! Looks like we'll have a decent greyhound entry this weekend. Have 6 entered so far. And a couple more practicing Saturday who might enter Sunday. Let me know once you're sure if you decide to come and who you're bringing! Quote Jennifer & Willow (Wilma Waggle), Wiki (Wiki Hard Ten), Carter (Let's Get It On), Ollie (whippet), Gracie (whippet x), & Terra (whippet) + Just Saying + Just Alice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KnightRider Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Hey Jennifer! I live in Anderson, SC just down the road. ::: waves ::: I have a Whippet also. He is a rescue and VERY chubby and spoiled. I tease him and tell him he is a disgrace to his kind. He's my bed buddy and my little shadow. I'm new too...as of today, actually! Angie K. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greypuppyluv Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Welcome Jennifer! I saw some of your posts in a H & M thread, but it took me a while to make the connection that you're the same Jennifer who just joined WRAP. Glad to see you here too. The pictures on FB are great and I love the video. Quote Paula & her pups--Paneer (WW Outlook Ladd), Kira & Rhett (the whippets)Forever in my heart...Tinsel (Born's Bounder - 11/9/90-12/18/01), Piper, Chevy, Keno, Zuma, Little One, Phaelin & WinnieGreyhound Adoption Center ~ So Cal rep for Whippet Rescue And Placement For beautiful beaded collars, check out my Facebook page: The Swanky Hound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Stripeyfan Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Welcome! Those pics are brilliant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJNg Posted February 17, 2011 Author Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thanks, and glad you enjoyed the pics and video. And good to see you here too, Paula! Quote Jennifer & Willow (Wilma Waggle), Wiki (Wiki Hard Ten), Carter (Let's Get It On), Ollie (whippet), Gracie (whippet x), & Terra (whippet) + Just Saying + Just Alice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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