Our son (and also our youngest child) turned sixteen recently. Someone will have to help me figure out where the time went someday. He prefers to celebrate birthdays with a bunch of pals who come over for pizza, cake, pop, and all-night gaming. I’m not the only member of the household who enjoys this plan…. Continue Reading
Over twenty years ago, long before I ever thought I’d be an author, much less have a book about retired gretyhounds, I met my first greyhounds in person at the vet’s office. I was there to pick up my aunt’s cats and a man walked in behind me, a friend of the veterinarian invited to… Continue Reading
In the category of continued puppy antics, even though our youngest adopted greyhound is already three, Bandit still has a great deal of puppy inside that ridiculously large greyhound body. He has to be one of the smartest greyhounds we’ve known, and there are times I’m convinced he’s the most stubborn. But he’s definitely the… Continue Reading
A few days ago we got a call from a dear friend who also has retired greyhounds. In fact we often babysit his hounds when he heads out of town. When I saw the number on the caller ID I was excited for their next visit. Unfortunately the news wasn’t about his travel plans. He’d… Continue Reading
It’s that time of year when the azaleas and jasmine burst into bloom, the trees leaf out, and the humidity is low (that’s a big deal in the South Carolina Lowcountry). This is ideal weather that inspires our retired greyhounds to race and play almost non-stop. It’s the time of year that makes me feel… Continue Reading
You might see that headline and think I’m nuts. Honestly, I think they should put a warning label on the collar: Adopting greyhounds may become addictive. But stick around while I put the headline into context. With temperatures warming up, and beautiful weather ahead, one of our friends who has two greyhounds will be thinking of long… Continue Reading
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day I thought I might share some of the luckiest moments we’ve had with our amazing retired greyhounds. We were lucky enough to be adopted by one of the best ambassadors for the breed – Bubbles – who was a dark copper brindle beauty who graced our lives for nearly… Continue Reading
At least once a month, most greyhound groups get volunteers and the foster greyhounds together in some public arena. A pet supply store, a park, or even home and garden expos. These “meet and greet” experiences – or whatever your retired greyhound adoption group calls these events – are a wonderful opportunity for the general public… Continue Reading
We’ve fostered more than a few retired greyhounds fresh from the race tracks. While each one of them is different and left us with unique memories, there are some general lessons we’ve picked up along the way. Here they are, in no particular order: Housebreaking a full size, full grown dog takes diligence and observation…. Continue Reading
We have always enjoyed caring for greyhounds and our experience with foster greyhounds, if for no other reason than each dog is different and it’s a joy to watch their unique traits and personalities emerge. As a lover of retired greyhounds, I often assure people that the breed in general is laid back, eager to please,… Continue Reading