Guest blueberri Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Hi, Just wanted to say hi now that I've finally registered here. Have been reading for a while to get some tips and advice with the unique issues that crop up with greys. I'm a very proud mum to Sparky (Another Sparky), a 31kg *just* 4 year old ex-racer. He has been with us coming up 3 months now, and he came off the track around 2 weeks before that. We've worked through significant gastritis, and separation anxiety exhibiting as destruction of items while we're out. Also working through anxiety on walks, where he turns into a statue and won't go any further. Sparks is the most loving, sweet, goofy and adorable creature I have ever had the priviledge to have known. He makes me laugh every day, and I can only hope he enjoys his life with us. Anyhow... this is Sparky snuggying up to my DH at the park: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Handsome Sparky :beatheart :beatheart Welcome to GT :wave Lots of Information and Compassionate People Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 He's beautiful!! I think you would have your answer to 'does he enjoy his life with us' if you ever tried to leave him. We lived in NZ for a year. Gorgeous country!! Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KatyC Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Aw, he looks lovely - such a kind face! Well done for working through those issues, you're obviously doing a great job and he looks very happy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartdogs Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 He looks like such a handsome lad! Welcome to GT. Ever since I was a little girl ( back in the very dark ages) & my father had a wonderful man that he did research with from NZ I have wanted to visit your country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Welcome to GT! Sparky is beautiful. 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...
racindog Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 My, he is sure a handsome fella! I love that picture wher he is laying down looking up. You can just tell he is a most wonderful friend and an obvious joy to be around. Welcome to GT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AceyGrey Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 What a beautiful boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Welcome and congratulations on your handsome boy! Quote Laura, mom to Luna (Boc's Duchess) and Nova (Atascocita Venus).Forever in my heart, Phantom (Tequila Nights) and Zippy (Iruska Monte). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozgirl2 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Sparky is gorgeous!! Sounds like you've joined the 'cult'!!! And now you'lll NEVER get out! (Not that you'd ever want to!!) Where in NZ are you? I was there many many years ago & loved it! Thought it's the most beautiful country in the world!!! Welcome to GT! Quote Jeannine with Merlin, the crazed tabby cat and his sister, Jasmine, the brat-cat With Angel Cody(Roving Gemini), and Weenie the tortie waiting at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jenniferz13 Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Very pretty boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest blueberri Posted December 8, 2012 Share Posted December 8, 2012 Thanks for the warm welcome I sure do think Sparky is a handsome boy. It's really such a shame his ears are there for decoration only I shoulda upgraded and got the functioning model! :hehe It's our first time with a dog, so a massive learning curve for us... but I think we're all adjusting just fine. Ozgirl2: We're in Hamilton, which is about 2/3 the way up the North Island. We'll be having some time away soon. Will be interesting to see how Sparks likes the beach! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest undergreysspell Posted December 9, 2012 Share Posted December 9, 2012 Welcome - I look forward to pictures and stories about Sparky ! He's beautiful ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FijiHound Posted December 9, 2012 Share Posted December 9, 2012 Hey Neighbour! My closest neighbour really considering Nugget is the only grey in Fiji . I studied in Auckland for 3 years - quite a few years ago now - still miss it! Always travel there at least once every other year, hoping to do winter in Queenstown this year though! Sparky is cute - matching bookend with Nugget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandiandwe Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 How nice to have another local! There are a couple of Australians and, of course, the famous Nugget (who I always think of as Nuggettheonlygreyinfiji). So welcome! Sparky looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytone Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad2Paisley Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 Hi and welcome to the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 Wow! Sparky is extremely handsome :beatheart!! And a great personality, to boot. Congrats and welcome to GT!! 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...
EllenEveBaz Posted December 16, 2012 Share Posted December 16, 2012 Welcome to you and your beautiful boy. He'll probably love the beach, lucky dog. 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...
fittafika Posted December 21, 2012 Share Posted December 21, 2012 Welcome! He's such a beauty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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