Guest Gestu60 Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Hello from Elkhart, IN. We just adopted our first greyhound after looking for a long time. Her name is Rose and she's 5 years old. No one was adopting her because of her age. The people that passed her by made a big mistake because she is so sweet and calm. We can tell she is still nervous but she is coming around. Our only issue so far is that she doesn't want to eat from her bowl. If we hand feed her she's eats. We have had her for 4 days. We would appreciate any tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josie Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 can't wait to see pics for the feeding problem; does her dog tags or collar touch the bowl when she is eating in it? if it's in metal maybe she does not like the noise it makes.. does the bowl in a raised feeder? Quote Our first greyhound, Tuffy: You will always be there with us my angel! Tuffy greyhound-dataOtis greyhound-data Abbey greyhound-data"When you open your minds to the impossible, sometimes you find the truth." W.Bishop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZGreyGirl Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 No suggestions, but welcome! She sounds truly wonderful. Others' loss = your gain! 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...
Guest normaandburrell Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I had similar problems with the first two dogs I had. One needed to be hand fed for two weeks, and the other for . ]' two days before they would eat on their own. Try handfeeding just a mouthful or two, then if she seems willing to put her head into the bowl and eat on her own, just hold the bowl. Progress slowly toward just holding the bowl and then eventually to putting it down once she is eating comfortably. Once you put the bowl down, walk away. With my first grey, whenever he had a major upset of some type, I had to hold the bowl for a meal or so until he was eating again. When they first come into your home, they are nervous. Some need a little more reassurance than others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddibear Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Dogs that were kenneled were usually fed in their crate and on the floor. I bet if you put some sliced turkey or a hot dog in the bowl, it would disappear with your back turned! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feisty49 Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Rose is a beautiful name for a dog. Isn't it a shame that people think 5 years is too old to adopt. Good for you in not passing up her up. If I were in your shoes, each day I'd decrease the amount of food that is hand fed and leave the rest in her bowl, and, of course, show her where it is. She may skip a meal or two, but she'll eventually eat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyhound_in_LA Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Too old? What the heck. We adopted Coe at 5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Welcome from Delaware. 5 is a perfect age. 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 Bean_Scotch Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Welcome from South Bend, IN! 5 is a great age! I adopted many of my dogs at 5yrs old! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrygreys Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Welcome from Cape Cod! Quote Marge & Bob with Jane (Jane Krakowski) and Nora the cat. Missing hounds Heidi, Macho, Blair and Henry, and kitties Penny and Isa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gestu60 Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Update on Rose. She is eating and using the yard potty. Seems to be getting happier everyday. Gives lots of kisses and huggs. We are thrilled. Thanks to all for your input. We are camping and she seems very relaxed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Great update! Quote Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Congratulations on your new girl, Rose. It sounds like she's coming along nicely. Post some picture of her when you can. 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...
EllenEveBaz Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 Welcome to the wonderful world of greyhounds. It just gets better. 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...
Willowsmum Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Our boy turned 6 right after we got him! Anyone who passed him by sorely missed out, he's a hunk-a, hunk-a burnin' love. (Seriously, Shadow has a fan club, he's just so sweet.) Congrats! Give her time to settle in. Keep reading and posting here, it's a wealth of knowledge and support! Welcome to greytalk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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