PrairieProf Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 (edited) I lost Beth with terrible suddenness two weeks ago today. But the great thing about being an experienced greyhound person is that people start telling you about available hounds -- and I knew I wanted to adopt quickly, ideally before the academic year starts in two weeks. So thanks to what feels like fated timing and the wonderful cooperation of a number of people, this weekend I adopted Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop) through Rescued Racers in St. Louis -- she was still in Memphis waiting for a foster spot but got transported up to MO for me to meet her. Cocoa (her original kennel name, not so original but I was asked not to change it) is two years old and just retired in June. She belongs to Wanda and Dennis Curry, who love their dogs so much and want them to go to people who will keep in touch and give them the opportunity to reunite. I have become friends with them since winning the naming rights to DC Doc Myles last summer at the GEM gathering in Abilene. Fortunately they live only about three hours from me so a reunion is definitely in the works! Cocoa's mom Lorraine (DC Dont Rainonme) is retired as their pet. And her dad is Flupascrackerbox!!! (Yes, I've been in touch with Gazehund about that.) Cocoa is cat safe, and really affectionate and outgoing to people (a Beth trait I wanted in my next dog). She seems very smart and like a good, good girl. The odd thing is that she is actually NOT black as she appears now -- she is a very dark brindle, but was shaved at the track in FL and her coat is still growing in so the brindle doesn't presently show! I do have puppy pictures showing the coloring she should regain eventually, and her mom is that color too. She also unfortunately needed (or at least got) a happy tail amputation when she was spayed a couple of weeks ago. She has the waggiest tail I've ever seen on a greyhound, so I totally see how she injured it or would have in the future. So, welcome Cocoa! Such a strange mix of excitement and happiness and grief and exhaustion I'm feeling. . . . Not a black dog. Really. It's so weird. My friends had a surprise waiting when we got back from Missouri!! She really likes this.... Glamor shot.... One of her puppy pics, with her sister Eve. So presumably what she'll look like in some months! Edited August 11, 2015 by PrairieProf 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...
PattyE Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 She is beautiful! Congratulations!!! I hope you have many happy years together. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 She's lovely~ I'm very glad you have another grey in your life. Good for you! 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...
Guest AimeeBee Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 How lovely is she!? Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kestrel Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 That is one gorgeous dog! And aren't your friends the best--love the signs! Congrats to you, welcome home to Cocoa, and I'm still tearing up about Beth. Wishing you and Cocoa many happy years 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 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Awesome! (Though I think she may be black *now.* If she was brindle, I think her skin would also be brindle and would show through a shaved coat. Sometimes they do change quite a bit from their puppy coat.) 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...
PrairieProf Posted August 11, 2015 Author Share Posted August 11, 2015 (edited) Hmmm... the upper part of her tail, above where it was shaved for surgery and the hair is thicker, shows brindle. Her mom is such a dark brindle I do think she'll look like that eventually. Nothing against black dogs, but I hope she is brindle! Mom Lorraine, and identical pup Cocoa: Edited August 11, 2015 by PrairieProf 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...
macoduck Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Welcome home Cocoa! Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Congratulations on your pretty girl! 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...
Potomacpupsmom Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Welcome home Cocoa! Quote Humans Kathy and Jim with our girls, Ivy (Carolina Spoon) and Cherry (Fly Cherry Pie) Missing our beautiful angel Breeze (Dighton Breeze) and angel Beka (BM Beko) - you are forever in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradymom Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Welcome home Cocoa! Quote The handsome boy Brady, mid-morning nap. The sun, the sun feels so, so, so good. I can't keep my eyes open ... ... Retirement agrees ... ... and the Diva Ms India, 2001 - 10/16/2009 .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Welcome home from StLRR, Cocoa! Welcome home! She's gorgeous, whatever color she is. Her color does remind me of Paddy's brother, UCME Razorback, dark dark brindle and gorgeous. 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...
gazehund Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Thanks for the heads up on adopting a CrackerCrumb Anne! Cocoa is gorgeous and she carries some of her daddy's traits. Most noteable so far is that high energy level. Cracks is by far the highest energy greyhound I have ever met. Welcome to the Dave the Dog family. Best wishes for a long and happy life for you and Cocoa! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busderpuddle Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Welcome home beautiful !!!! Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Congratulations on your lovely new girl! 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...
boopieface Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Congratulations!! She's beautiful Halise (the one who named DC Doc Miles brother DC Man of Steal) Quote Aljo Atomic Kogo and DC Man of Steal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvEarsies Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Wonderful news! Quote Bernadette with Jak, Horizon, Kota, Barnaby, Madison, Earl, Tiggy, Finney, Tommy, Woody, Tyler and Lincoln all at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Congratulations! Welcome home Cocoa. 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...
Feisty49 Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 How exciting! She is gorgeous and sounds like a great fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Oh, you have a Cracker Crumb she is beautiful, black or brindle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kikibean Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 She's got an awesome personality. Never a moment's shyness or being unsure about her new surroundings. Straight to throwing toys around and running around the house like a lunatic! She's going to be a fun one for sure. Quote Wingnut (DC Wingnut), Voo Doo (Voo Doo von Bonz), Barb (Myokie Barb) & Romey (Nose Stradamus)at the bridge Molly (CM Blondie) 9/8/14, Maddy (Reuniting) 10/17/13, Rocky (Ranco Popeye) 1/7/12, Mimi (Flying Ringneck) 8/13/09 and RJ (RJ What For) 5/3/05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmontgomery48 Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 She is just beautiful........May you have a lot of wonderful years together Quote Nancy~Mom to Wizard July 9, 2006 and Lexie June 25, 2009 Always in my heart, my goofy boy Sarge 8-25-04....5-17-11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teri_d Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Congrats on your new beauty! And what awesome friends that "get it" and have a welcome home sign - count me jealous!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Congrats on your lovely new addition! Welcome home, Cocoa. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottydog Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 She's lovely! May you have many long years together! Loved the shot in the greenery; that's a calendar shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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