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New arrival
« on: 12 March 2013, 21:38:34 »
We've been debating this for a while, especially as Harry (our eldest) seems to really bonds well with Greyhounds as Simon (dad1uk) can testify - You can hardly separate his greyhound Jay and Harry at meets!  A rare bond for Harry, as he doesn't do relationships due to his Autism.

So weve finally done it, and adopted ex-racing greyhound Jack













We picked him up last Saturday, and he is settling into family life well, The kids both love him.

As said, now known as Jack, was previously known as Devil Fish in his racing days, where he won 9 out of his 31 races!
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #1 on: 12 March 2013, 21:46:12 »
Very nice.

Emma's aunt has recently taken on a greyhound. She was told they take their retirement very seriously, and I can see Jack has already earmarked his spot in front of the TV. ;D
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #2 on: 12 March 2013, 21:49:46 »
Welcome to OOF Jack...... :y :y

I am glad he has settled in well and that Harry has been able to bond with him. Who does the late night walk though? as the boys are too young I guess that is you job....... :D :D
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« Reply #3 on: 12 March 2013, 21:55:59 »
Excellent and well done you for giving him a great home. We're currently on our second rescue pooch. He's called Hero as he had a very bad start in life yet he has forgiven us humans and im my eyes that makes him a right hero. I prefer his alternative name of " Mahogny head" as he is a staffie/mastiff first cross you can imagne the size of his Swede  ::) ::) ::) ::)
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #4 on: 12 March 2013, 21:56:50 »
Yes, they are very much couch potatoes, and easy to wear him out on a walk..  Not surprising as he has been 'kennelled' for a few months.

Does enjoy his walks though, taking it in turns really as to who does what at the mo.
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« Reply #5 on: 12 March 2013, 22:18:01 »
beautiful animal..
 
and is very lucky to be in your family :y
 
 
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #6 on: 12 March 2013, 22:23:38 »
Well done James. He looks to be well settled in already. At least you seem to have taught him that the floor is where he belongs ...... Molly seems to think that the couch is hers  ??? ??? Probably because SWMBO lets her!  :-X
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« Reply #7 on: 12 March 2013, 22:26:01 »
Love that second picture. 
Looks really interested in the world. 
I think I used to be more like that.  ;D
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #8 on: 12 March 2013, 22:29:19 »
Looks well settled :y :y

Quote from: Andy B on 12 March 2013, 22:23:38
Well done James. He looks to be well settled in already. At least you seem to have taught him that the floor is where he belongs ...... Molly seems to think that the couch is hers  ??? ??? Probably because SWMBO lets her!  :-X

We vowed Willow wouldn't be allowed on the furniture but have given in and allow her up when invited ::)
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« Reply #9 on: 12 March 2013, 22:31:24 »
Lovely dogs and one of my favorites , well done  :)
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« Reply #10 on: 12 March 2013, 22:35:08 »
Thanks, yes, he has taken well to his 1/2 duvet and knows its his space..

In a dvd they give you, they say you will swear they have lived in a house before they take to it so well!  and its been proved right so far.  No accidents (yet) been very well behaved considering its a huge change for him.

the retired greyhound trust (well the merseyside branch in Warrington) have been really helpful and supportive, from the initial home visit, to selecting a few dogs they think would suit, the dog meet and greet, and finally the pickup..  They even supply collars, coats, food etc to help get you started, and thats after the neutering, chipping, dental, health check, insurance trial etc.  All for a very reasonable 'requested donation'

I'd highly recommend them.
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #11 on: 12 March 2013, 22:41:17 »
Quote from: Lazydocker on 12 March 2013, 22:29:19
Looks well settled :y :y

Quote from: Andy B on 12 March 2013, 22:23:38
Well done James. He looks to be well settled in already. At least you seem to have taught him that the floor is where he belongs ...... Molly seems to think that the couch is hers  ??? ??? Probably because SWMBO lets her!  :-X

We vowed Willow wouldn't be allowed on the furniture but have given in and allow her up when invited ::)

Our old Lab is not even allowed upstairs let alone on the furniture, she can't understand that the cat can do both........ :) :)
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #12 on: 12 March 2013, 22:45:53 »
Stairs are another one again - theyve never normally encounterd them

They can often get up if they want (ours has shown no interest)  but getting down is another ball game for them.

(the trust didnt seem impressed when I suggested gravity always wins ;) )
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #13 on: 13 March 2013, 00:10:37 »
what about grass as a friend adopted an ex racer and it did'nt even know what grass was...she would'nt stand on it for at least 2-3 months(the dog that is)
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Re: New arrival
« Reply #14 on: 13 March 2013, 00:13:56 »
This one has no problem with Grass.

Was certainly walked on it whilst waiting rehoming. 

The centre had a large paddock.
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