Guest justbasil Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 (edited) Hello everyone! I posted a couple of weeks back about adopting a greyhound who has been in a kennel or in a foster (thank you for all of your responses!). Well, I must fast forward, because I would like to introduce you all to Basil My boyfriend and I fell in love with him a few weeks back when we visited NGAP, and we decided to go with our gut instinct. He is such a sweetie and a champ and has been doing very well so far (for the two days we have had him!!). No roaching yet, but he has found his bed and even goes into the crate by himself. Our only concerns right now are that he whines a bit and seems a little unsure of himself at times - right now we think it's because everything is so very new to him (after all it hasn't even been half a week!). Now for the picture (my first time posting a picture, so I hope it works)! More to come! Thanks for reading Edited May 31, 2014 by justbasil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Such a handsome face. Please don't leave your martingale collar on in the house. It is very easy for the dog to get caught on something with the D ring. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest justbasil Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Yes! Thanks for the reminder. This was the first day, before I remembered to take the martingale off in the house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Very handsome boy Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZGreyGirl Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 He's a looker! Congratulations! Quote Qui me amat, amet et canes meas...et felem. Olivia (RDs Merrygoround, b. 4/6/07, Gotcha 12/19/11 Chloe (PAR Candice, b. 5/22/08, Gotcha 12/18/12) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 How handsome! Is it the lighting in the picture, or is he fawn on the bottom and "dun" on his face? My second grey was a bounce (returned dog) whose first family had named him Basil, which they pronounced baz-zul. We just called him Baz, or Bazzy. However you pronounce your Basil's name, he looks like a love. PS: Keeping to a strict schedule and taking lots of walks are two things that can help those "I'm new and stressed" nerves. Good for the greyhound, too. 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 sireltonsmom Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 He looks comfortable already. Congratulations and thanks for posting his pic. He is gorgeous. Our Sir Elton had the white face and widow's peak on his head. Perfect target for kisses :-). Many happy years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Welcome home Basil! Live long & prosper! 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 IrskasMom Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Basil looks like he is a sweetie :beatheart :beatheart congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Congratulations on Basil! 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...
galgrey Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Welcome home, Basil! 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 justbasil Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 How handsome! Is it the lighting in the picture, or is he fawn on the bottom and "dun" on his face? Thanks! I had to look up "dun", and that seems to describe him well. He is a red boy with a white/light brown face. Thank you for the new vocab! Also you can't tell from the picture, but the top of his tail is black, with a white tip, like he dipped it in cream. My second grey was a bounce (returned dog) whose first family had named him Basil, which they pronounced baz-zul. We just called him Baz, or Bazzy. However you pronounce your Basil's name, he looks like a love. PS: Keeping to a strict schedule and taking lots of walks are two things that can help those "I'm new and stressed" nerves. Good for the greyhound, too. We also pronounce it Baz-zul, like the British Sherlock Holmes actor, Basil Rathbone (of 221 Barker street, sorry couldn't resist!!). Also, thank you so much for the tips and for reminding the humans to be calm (This is why I love GT!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeniseL Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Welcome from Miami, Thyme, and Lil Izzy in South Philly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meandmy Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Fabulous name for a very handsome boy Welcome! Quote Jenn, missing Shadow (Wickford Big Tom), Pretty Girl (C's Pretty) and Tori (Santoria) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Doggone Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Very handsome "gent" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstasMinion Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Congratulations to you and Basil! Quote Lisa Dog mama to angel-boy Ewan (racing name Atascocita Ewan), 3/26/10 to 8/23/20, and angel-girl Asta (racing name Pazzo Asta), 6/16/01 to 9/7/13. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest UnFROGettable Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Congratulations to you & Basil and Welcome!! He is a handsome boy!! My Stryker was a double bounce due to no fault of his own. When I brought him home, he paced, whined and had a constant drippy nose. We kept to a strict potty routine and walk schedule & I hand fed him for a few weeks to help with bonding. Glad to say the pacing and nose drips have stopped....but the whines....well, I call it his 'nose whistle'. He still whines. A. LOT. I think he does it as he likes the sound of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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