Guest SteveO Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Atascocita Grace is her full name. She goes by Grace. She came from FL through Heather of CO to John and Connie of 2nd Chance Greyhounds in Draper, Ut where we also live and she's home with us now. Let's get to the pictures! First few minutes of meeting at 2nd Chance. She weighs 57 pounds...so not a big girl at all. Mug shot. The ride home. Cheese! Great passenger manners. Holy Houndies! she's got BAT EARS! After a brief walk-about the house she picked up her brand new stuffie to our surprise. It was the squeaky in it that got her attention. And then.....what a shock! She tossed it straight up while shaking it and I pressed the shutter. I was totally unexpecting this stunt the first hour home. We're all VERY excited to welcome Grace into our family and home. Thanks, John! We've got a keeper! Steve, Shelly, Anson, Jenna, Emma and Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Welcome to home little girl. :beatheart Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Grace wishing you many happy years in your forever home Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congratulations!!!!! She is Beautiful!!!!!!!! :confetti 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...
luvhounds2 Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congratulations! I think she's liking it there! (And what a doll ) Quote Barb, Mom to Grey's Tickertape & Grey's McCarthy.Always missing: Wizzie and Desi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kestrel Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 What a beauty! Those ears! And she sure settled right in--how awesome that she's playing already! Wishing you many many many years of happiness together. Quote Kendra, devoted walker of Henry (Tom Jones: Great Son x Lucia) Missing Badger (Vf Get R Done: Quicksand Slip x Ll Tee el See), 5/04 - 2/14, who opened our hearts and our home to greyhounds; Kenzie (Slatex Kenzie: Randy Handy x Slatex Chrisy), 4/03 - 10/14, who really knew what a good dog she was; Falcon (Atascocita Sabat: Dodgem by Design x Atascocita Barb), 9/10 - 1/20, who was grumpy and snarky but eventually a little bit cuddly, too; Grandpa Grey the Galgo Español, 2008 (?) to 2022, who made us feel lucky to be the ones to teach him about pet life; and Lucia (Larking About x Anastasia, 5/12 to 8/23), our first brood matron and the sweetest speckly girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Awesome! Congrats and welcome! Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 CONGRATS!!! That FACE, and those EARS!! We'll need to see more pictures! Looks like she's feeling right at home. Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congrats! What a happy girlie! Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SteveO Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Thanks! everyone so far. The group that came in with her included a brindle (my first color choice) and 3 blacks. The brindle was on the young side at 2 yrs and we were fairly sure on getting a houndie with less puppy in her so color took the back seat to maturity. Grace turned 4 in May. I'll be looking into her ear tatts, pedigree and racing history this coming week. More photos for sure and for certain. I gotta build a signature! Right now she's snoozing on her bed in the living room. We bought two beds from cosco the kirkland brand that smell of cedar. She sniffed them and would only lay near it. I put one of my old antique cotton stuffed quilts on top of it and now she's right on top of it. Today we had a rare thunder boomer and she flinched and walked away a few steps at the big crashes but coming from FL was most likely exposed to very frequent T-Storms. Thunder is somewhat rare in this part of UT (high mountain desert). We defeated the low wooden garage stairs with beach towels after balking several times. The concrete man-door stair were no problemo! I tried the leg lift on the wooden ones and the back door trex steps but she shivered and statued on me. Two hours later the girls took her out back for some air and I called her in. She trotted right up the 8 steps to come inside. Lots of big praises with that feat! Hopefully, as she comes out of her shell and settles in we'll get to see who she really is and wants to be without the anxiety and trepidation of having crossed the country and changed homes. Her loyalty seems to be coming out already as she'll stand steady beside me and touch her flank to my leg. fingers crossed, hopes high, and patience in full on mode! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DylanGospel Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 What a wonderful dog! May she bring you many years of love and happiness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 This made me smile this morning. Gracie is going to settle in beautifully with your wonderful family. Thanks for sharing her with us and enjoy every minute of getting to know each other. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bethac Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 She's a beauty! Congratulations! Love all the pictures and that she knew EXACTLY what to do with that stuffie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BrianRke Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congratulations! She's a beautiful gal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winnie Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congratulations! I may be a bit biased, but I think black girlies are the BEST! Quote Laura with Celeste (ICU Celeste) and Galgos Beatrix and Encarna The Horse - Gracie (MD Grace E) Bridge Angels Faye Oops (Santa Fe Oops), Bonny (Bonny Drive), Darcy (D's Zipperfoot) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Grace is beautiful. She has really settled in quickly ! Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congratulations to all of you! Welcome home, Grace! 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...
DesiRayMom Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congratulations on your new home, Grace. What a beautiful girl you are! May the rest of your life be full of love, soft beds, yummy food, squeaky stuffies, and happy butt-tuck zoomies. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gurehaundo Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Aww... Congratulations, Steve! Grace is gorgeous - love the black ones! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Congrats on your beautiful new girl!! 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...
grey8greys Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 How exciting, the first day home. Grace is beautiful, Congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GryffinSong Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 She sounds AWESOME!!! Congratulations to all of you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Steve this is awsome . Grace hit the Jackpot to be adopted and welcomed to your Family. Congratulation's another Success Story. Now we want to see more Pictures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryJane Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 What a beautiful girl .. especially love the picture with the stuffie in her mouth and her ears up straight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FreddyGirl Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 (edited) Welcome home Sweet Grace. Looks like you have a handful of fun. Edited August 21, 2011 by FreddyGirl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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