Are greygreyhounds available for adoption?

Greyhounds in foster homes are available for adoption – they just have a head start on getting ready for their permanent homes! Please be sure to mention if you are interested in a specific hound on question 15 of the adoption application.

Are there any health problems with greyhounds?

Are there any health problems with greyhounds?
Health problems. Greyhounds are extremely prone to a life-threatening digestive syndrome called bloat, which arises suddenly and can kill a dog in only a few hours. In addition, an alarming number of Greyhounds die early from cancer.

Do Greyhounds bark a lot?

Although cautious around strangers, the Greyhound is normally very good with children and enjoys the company of other dogs. Ex-racers in particular are unlikely to get along with other pets. Greyhounds do not bark often. Occasionally grooming the Greyhound with a soft brush is sufficient.

When did celebrating Greyhounds come out?

When did celebrating Greyhounds come out?
Published from 1996 through 2017, each issue of Celebrating Greyhounds contained more than 50 beautifully designed pages of feature stories, humor, poetry, and photographs exploring the many ways these dogs are integrated into our lives. We're pleased to announce that all back issue are now available online in their entirety.

How do I Stop my Greyhound from going to bed with Me?

To ensure you and your family are safe it is best to have a rule that no one approaches or physically interacts with your new greyhound whilst they are on their bed. Trying to fix the problem by frequently approaching them on their bed or using punishment such as saying a stern "NO" or imposing a timeout may make the problem worse.

What kind of health problems do Greyhounds have?

What kind of health problems do Greyhounds have?
Greyhounds are typically a healthy and long-lived breed, and hereditary illness is rare. Some Greyhounds have been known to develop esophageal achalasia, gastric dilatation volvulus (also known as bloat), and osteosarcoma.
Generally greyhounds do not bark much but this is not a guarantee. The main thing is to find out what is causing the barking and to address this. Boredom can be a common cause so walking in the morning before you leave the house can help tire your dog so that they are more inclined to rest during the day.