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Having a Dental? Does your vet know about anesthesia-associated hyperkalemia?

Anesthesia-associated hyperkalemia has been reported in several species. We hope to increase awareness of the possible phenomenon in all patients undergoing general anesthesia, especially in Greyhounds or patients requiring lengthy procedures. Proactive monitoring, especially in high-risk populations, may trigger faster diagnosis and a lifesaving response.

Gillian Lee

07.11.2023

Advice

Greyhounds: a breed apart

Breed-specific reference intervals at IDEXX Reference Laboratories for greyhounds

Gillian Lee

15.08.2023

Advice

Support The Transition - Six Days, Six Weeks, Six Months

General guidelines for the first six months of adopting a newly retired racing greyhound.

Gillian Lee

14.08.2023

Behavioural

The Hinky

hinky adjective hin·ky | \ ˈhiŋ-kē \ hinkier; hinkiest Definition of hinky 1slang : NERVOUS, JITTERY; 2slang : SUSPICIOUS

Gillian Lee

06.04.2022

Uncategorised

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.

Gillian Lee

18.09.2021

hookworm, preventative, treatment, fenbendazole , pyrantel pamoate , IDEXX, antigen

Advice

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.

Gillian Lee

06.04.2021

Behavioural

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!

Gillian Lee

21.09.2020

Advice

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!”.

Gillian Lee

16.09.2020

greyhounds, surrender, rehome

Behavioural

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.

Gillian Lee

29.08.2020

Retired

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.

Gillian Lee

29.08.2020

Advice