Our new fur baby....

[Docreed2003]

Our family lost a fur baby this year and we’ve been feeling the loss for weeks. We recently were walking through our local pet store picking up a few things for our shi-tzu when I felt a nose nuzzle me on my side. That was the moment we were introduced to the soulfulness of the greyhound. We made a decision to adopt a racing greyhound and our journey of adoption came to fruition on Saturday. At the end of our home visit, I’d love to tell you that we chose our baby, but, in fact he chose us. Our baby boy, Dylan, has been an amazing addition to our family. He’s still getting used to his knew home, but he’s already bonding to his fam. I couldn’t help but share a pic of this amazing animal with you guys!

[marybourg]

1. Beautiful. Congratulations to you both! nt

[Docreed2003]

3. Thank you!!

[Freedomofspeech]

2. Beautiful...

Lucky dog and lucky you! Both of our dogs are rescues...

[Docreed2003]

4. Thanks!!

[irisblue]

5. That face!!!##!

Angel Peanut of blessed memory, was part greyhound. Some things I am compled to share....Needle Nose pokes are a true thing.....Coat for outside, sweater for the house(depending on weather) get used to sharing the afghan and pillows on the couch. And snoring can be a real thing, loudly.

[Docreed2003]

7. Thanks irisblue...

We already bought him a lambs wool coat that he wears when he goes out...and when we get in bed, and he’s done this since the first night he was here, he paws at his fleece PJs until we put them on him. It’s like having another child in the house. His facial expressions are amazing!

He doesn’t snore, but his new favorite thing early in the morning is to use his nose to check in on me in the bathroom...just cause we’re the only ones that are up and he looks at me like “Whew...I was scared you were gone forever!”

[catbyte]

71. Awwwww, congratulations to all of you! How adorable that he insists on wearing his fleece jammies.

I wish you all many happy years together!

[livetohike]

6. Adorable! Youre going to have so much fun! Hope to

see more pictures soon .

[Docreed2003]

8. Will do!

[elleng]

9. Thanks so much, Doc!

I saw one today, being walked along with a friend, similar size but NOT greyhound, and I almost jumped out of the car to say HI, but I restrained myself.

Have fun, and hugs to Dylan and you all!

[Docreed2003]

13. Thanks Ellen!

He’s a gorgeous dog and looks like he walked off and Egyptian hieroglyph! It also helps that he’s totally sweet and so emotional! Hugs to you and yours too!

[awesomerwb1]

10. Beautiful doggie!

Congrats to both!

With that face, he could probably get away with anything (with me).

[Docreed2003]

12. Im already experiencing that!! Its tough, lol!

[KT2000]

11. Ahhhh!

I hear greyhounds are very sweet.

[Docreed2003]

16. They really are...

Our boy is so sweet and so soulful. The adoption process was quite involved and we met many greyhounds and they all seem similarly sweet.

[fierywoman]

14. Love, pure love!

[Docreed2003]

34. Indeed!

[MuseRider]

15. They are wonderful dogs!

I followed a page of one of them in England when I was on Facebook. He was older and passed then she got another. I miss knowing how they are doing, it was so fun to follow along with a FB page written in British Greyhound speak.

Those eyes are killer! Beautiful.

[Docreed2003]

35. Thank you!

Will post more pics in the future!

[SonofDonald]

17. He's found his new home, and his new Family

If I could I'd adopt them all, but alas only two at a time, but they are a very happy two.

Just like yours, home forever.

[Docreed2003]

21. We have an older shih tzu

We’re good for now but I would adopt a houseful if we could.

[SonofDonald]

23. I have 16 year old golden Yorkie and of course

The one and only Kittymonster, she's almost 16 too, but still flyin around the house.

[RandomAccess]

18. What a beauty

WHO could resist those eyes? Wow. Not I.

[Docreed2003]

19. He is gorgeous...and his eyes are so expressive!

[ejbr]

20. Congrats!!!

Beautiful pooch!

[Docreed2003]

24. Thanks!!

[StarryNite]

22. Beautiful boy!

Happy tears for Dylan and his new forever family!

[Docreed2003]

26. Thank you!

We’re certainly in love and he’s brought such joy to us in such a short time.

[Leith]

25. What a Sweetheart

I used to live near a retired gentleman who adopted a rescued greyhound named Ellie (yes, I remember her name, but not his). The first time I saw them walk by, I petted her and she leaned up against my leg while I stroked her head and back.

This beautiful and gentle dog had the most amazing coat. The best way to describe it is calico or tortoise shell cat. She and her daddy were quite happy together.

[Docreed2003]

27. They do love to lean in...

Tonight I was talking about my day with my wife...a day which was kinda crap and stressful, and as I’m talking I feel this warm lean against my leg out of nowhere. Dylan hasn’t left my side since then...it’s weird but he seems so emotionally in tuned to everyone in the house.

[sweetroxie]

41. Greyhounds are very psychic

I used to have a giant white greyhound with Brindle spots.His name was Pasha. What a wonderful dog. Miss him. Greyhounds aren't expressive in the same way a Lab is. They are much subtler. I've had both. Love them all.

[Docreed2003]

45. Very true...

I’ve had labs in the past and you’re exactly right. Dylan seems to be much more subtle in his emotional responses and my analogy that I tell my wife, which is ridiculous but funny, is that “Dylan is more of a cat than a dog!”

[50 Shades Of Blue]

28. Lucky you and lucky Dylan!

[Docreed2003]

33. Thank you! He certainly feel lucky!

[onecent]

29. Oh, I can already tell he is going to be a GREAT pet!!!!

[Docreed2003]

32. Thank you!

[murielm99]

30. How beautiful.

I hope you have a good place for him to run.

[Docreed2003]

31. We have a big fenced in back yard....

And it’s GLORIOUS when he runs...he usually goes out to potty and then makes at least one or two good runs. After he’s done, he runs right up to the door and is like “ok, I’m through with that...can I nap?”

[pnwmom]

36. Congrats, Docreed2003! What a beautiful face!

Was an adoption event occurring that day that you didn't know about? How did Dylan happen to be there?

[Docreed2003]

40. So the local greyhound group just happened to have a table at our local pet store that day...

That was probably six weeks ago. We went through an extensive application and vetting process prior to even meeting our potential adoptable dogs. It was just that moment interacting with a greyhound, a breed I knew little about beforehand, that opened up the process for us. In fact, we hadn’t even met Dylan until Saturday, when the local group brought him and a couple other adoptable dogs to our home. The wait and the process involved was definitely worth it!

[pnwmom]

54. Before we moved about ten years ago, a neighborhood friend there was on the path

to getting a retired greyhound. I didn't know why she was so set on it, but she was . And I remember that the process was quite involved and you had to be special people to get one.

So good for you!

[lucca18]

37. So wonderful!

Dylan's eyes are beautiful!
I am so glad Dylan found you!

[Docreed2003]

44. Thank you!

I agree...he has beautiful eyes!

[Skittles]

38. OMG THAT FACE

that is one HANDSOME dog

[Docreed2003]

43. Hes so expressive in his face!

Thank you!

[Duppers]

39. Aww, congratulations!

You have such a sweetheart there!

💞

[Docreed2003]

42. Thank you!!! Were thrilled!

[secondwind]

46. What a beautiful photo and animal... seriously...

[Docreed2003]

48. Thank you....hes a beautiful dog!

Wish I could take credit for the pic...that’s my wife’s doing!

[rustbeltvoice]

47. People who have greyhounds, love greyhounds.

Steps, racing hounds never had steps to deal with.
Richard Skipworth an English cartoonist captures the hound's actions perfectly.
Steve Sanderson, an English painter, paints many greyhounds (frequently walking with an old man).
Also, http://mytwagreyhunds.blogspot.com/

[Docreed2003]

50. Awesome...thanks for sharing

Ours is scared, like totally intimidated by our home’s stairs to the second floor. His bed and our bedroom are on the first floor so, for now, the fact he can’t go upstairs or, I should say, won’t go upstairs, is ok. Thank you for the link.

[rustbeltvoice]

58. not at all unusual

It may take a long time, and in stages. There is a difference for some in going up, and going down. The material of the steps makes a difference. Public steps in parks may be easier to navigate, perhaps because of no walls. Greyhounds can be rock stubborn, but when one day when unattended and they really want to, they will.

[Honeycombe8]

49. How do you do, Dylan, you gorgeous hunk o' dog! What a beauty!

Blue is definitely his color. How stately and elegant he is. He looks like a pretty contented fellow. I'm so happy for you. And HIM! Congratulations! IT'S A BOY!!!

[Docreed2003]

51. Thank you!

He’s definitely a classy guy...it doesn’t show but with his white chest stripe it looks like he’s wearing a tux, so he’s always classy! Thank you so much for the congrats!! We’ve certainly been blessed!

[peacebuzzard]

52. This sweet face chose the right family

I am glad your home and heart answered this baby’s prayer.

[Docreed2003]

53. Thank you! Hes certainly already captured our hearts

[lunamagica]

55. Beautiful!

[Docreed2003]

63. Thank you! We think so!

[spooky3]

56. He's not very furry, but he's a very cute baby.

Very glad you have brought him into your home!

[Docreed2003]

62. He is super cute! Thanks!

[Solly Mack]

57. Hello Dylan! Nice to meet you!

Your new family is so lucky to have you and you them!!

[Docreed2003]

64. We definitely feel lucky....hes a great dog!

[Laffy Kat]

59. OMG, look at those eyes!

Congrats. What a happy time.

[Docreed2003]

65. His eyes really are the best...

He’s so expressive, almost like a human...every emotion he has he shows on his face, which is hilarious and heartwarming all at the same time. My wife was cooking dinner last night and she corrected him for “counter surfing” for food...he looked at me with the most sincere look as if to say “Dad!!? Can you believe Mom just did that to me”.

[Laffy Kat]

67. I need another dog since I'm down to one.

Part of me really wants a small dog to carry around with me. (My 10-year-old, fifty pound, catahoula is difficult to pick up and I'm not getting any younger.) The other part of me wants to adopt a greyhound. I know people who work for the greyhound adoption organization for this area, have their card in my car, keep looking at it....

[Docreed2003]

68. Go spend some time with the dogs...

I will admit they carry their own needs and requirements, but they also are some of the most soulful I’ve ever been around. They’re just special creatures. Give them a chance!

[ProudLib72]

60. Wonderful!

Thanks for sharing!

[Docreed2003]

66. Thank you!

[C Moon]

61. Awesome! Looks like a gentle pup!

[MustLoveBeagles]

69. He's adorable

[Docreed2003]

70. Thank you! We agree!!

He’s a big snuggle buddy!

[Scarsdale]

72. Adorable.

Those soulful eyes!! I hear they really clear the yard of squirrels, too. Now he can live the life he truly deserves.

[Docreed2003]

73. The eyes truly are soulful....

And for a couch potato that can run 35 mph, he’s certainly made his laps in the yard so far...whether it’s leaves falling, birds, or the rare squirrel still hanging around here this time of year!

[mithnanthy]

74. What a beautiful boy!

I'm so happy for you both!

[Docreed2003]

75. Thanks!!

[democratisphere]

76. What a handsome guy with a sweet face!

What a great addition to the family.

[nocoincidences]

77. He will be so loved and loving. Good choice on both sides!!

[AngusBeef]

78. Adorable!!!

[Rainngirl]

79. I'm so happy for you!

They are the BEST!!! I've known several, but never had one of my own. They are amazing couch potatoes when you want them to be, but are always happy about walks and can run flat out at the dog park when they are allowed. Thank you for saving him!

[BlancheSplanchnik]

81. Sweetie! Congratulations!

I met a greyhound once. He farted a LOT! And looked guilty about it.


So cute! 😊❤️ 🐶

[Judi Lynn]

82. Exquisite fur baby. So glad you found him, and he found you. Very best wishes.

Greyhounds are magnificent beings.