Disclaimer: The contents of this page should never be used in replace of advice for your greyhound savvy vet.
A bit of a blog, a bit of information sharing, here is Canine Corner!
Greyhounds: a breed apart
Breed-specific reference intervals at IDEXX Reference Laboratories for greyhounds
Support The Transition - Six Days, Six Weeks, Six Months
General guidelines for the first six months of adopting a newly retired racing greyhound.
The Hinky
hinky adjective hin·ky | \ ˈhiŋ-kē \ hinkier; hinkiest Definition of hinky 1slang : NERVOUS, JITTERY; 2slang : SUSPICIOUS
Hookworm, GGA Foster Care and Going Home Protocols
Hookworms and other internal parasites are a common conversation when it comes to canines, even more so with our racing greyhounds. We turn to Dr Jennifer Ng, DVM, for her guidance on treatment. Dr. Ng who has studied hookworms and racing greyhounds for many, many years.
S/He Just Bit Out of No Where!
When we hear that a greyhound has bitten ‘out of the blue’, we know there is more to the story. Listen to your greyhound and make sure you hear them.
If you have a retractable or long leash, throw it out!
Greyhounds should only be walked on a 4 to 6 foot leash. Do not ever use a retractable leash, a leash longer than 6 feet or tie your greyhound out. Just don’t do it!
It's Ok To Rehome Your Dog
It is ok to rehome your dog. You should never keep a dog because “adoption is forever!”, and “it is wrong to not keep a dog for their lifetime!”.
Retired. NOT Rescued.
If you have ever had the pleasure of walking through life with a retired racing greyhound at your side, then it is important that you understand the difference between the terms 'adopterd' and 'rescued'. #RetiredNotRescued.
What To Do When An Off Leash Dog Attacks
Unfortunately, there may be times when your on-leash greyhound is rushed by an off-leash dog. Even the friendliest of greyhounds in such a socially unequal situation may not appreciate this forced interaction.
Dog Parks...Are They Worth The Risk?
Off leash dog parks are a no for greyhounds. A hard NO! We are not speaking from a soapbox without reason or even without firsthand experience. Yes, GGA staff have made the mistake of going to off leash dog parks and yes, we have the physical and emotional scars to prove it.
What's in Your Bowl?
Raw or Kibble? GGA does not care! What we care about is that you are feeding a balanced appropriate diet for your dog!
Is Your Dog Getting Enough Rest?
The international pandemic of Covid-19 has many of us house bound. One key thing to remember is your hound is used to THEIR time.
First Aid Kits!
One of the best things you can do is to have a well stocked first aid kit, or preferably two, one for home and one to keep in your car. Here we talk about what are some key things to keep on hand in case of an emergency - at home or on the run!
Respect the Transition Time
Like all dogs, greyhounds take work. You can not and should not just welcome your new hound home, drop the leash, sit back and expect a perfect dog. Here are some tips and background to respecting the transition.