Renewed Life for Greyhounds

Things To Know

Basically, I am a dog like all other, but have unique characteristics:

• I've been trained to chase mechanical lures (sight trained), not live (blood trained).
• I am not a vicious predator as many people believe.
• I love people. In fact, I am more accustomed to people than most other breeds.
• I tend to be quite sociable.
• I possess superior intelligence.
• I've never had the opportunity to be a puppy, as puppies go.
• My physical size means I am a "big puppy" and quite swift.
• I am easily trained and will try very hard to please.
• I am quizzical, shy (sometimes) and very sensitive.
• I am also surprisingly gentle.
• I know other Greyhounds, but not other breeds or cats.
• I do not know how to defend myself.
• I have keen eyesight, hearing and sense of smell. Sleeping is fun.
• I have to unfold when rising.
• I like riding in cars.
• I do not bite, but I may show affection like a wolf, with mouth agape and gently grasping.
• I'll also lick your hand.
• I love with my whole body and may rub up like a cat.
• Because of my large chest and heart and my short coat, I feel the cold and should have a jacket during the winter (No dog should be left out in the cold unless a musher).
• I am used to a leash and love to walk. If necessary, I will learn to heel.
• I am happy to walk or even run at your speed.
• I rarely bark (unless it's time for our evening walk).
• I have learned to tell you that I wish to be with you.
• I am a little confused but willing to learn.
• I don't know how to sit, climb staircases or play people games. I will learn.
• I love to run (I tried to pay my own way).
• I'll be a wonderful family companion once I've learned what's expected of me.