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Floyd - adoption pending
DOB: ?/2005.
Hi-Speed Hounds took part in rescuing Floyd from Fergus Falls, MN. He is a healthy 5-year-old Greyhound mix whose family could not care for him anymore. Floyd was hours away from being euthanized when we heard of his plight and “imported” him! He is healthy, very sweet, and only around 24 to 25 inches tall (which is small for a Greyhound.) He is apparently good with older kids, all other dogs, and most probably cats. Floyd is very skittish around loud people and will do better with a quiet family. Floyd is excellent on leash, and though he does not look totally Greyhound, Floyd moves and acts like one – very gracefully. He will also be neutered before going to his forever home. Can you believe that the shelter in the U.S. thought he was ugly? How can you say “no” to those soulful eyes that say, “Please take me home?” An adoption fee of only $150.00 will help to cover the vetting. |
July 8th, 2010 at 8:54 am
I have 2 Greys (3years now) My female does not like to walk on leash. I end up dragging her most of the way.Not pleasant! I believe that she gets bored with the same walk, B/C when we go other places she walks better. I also know she walks perfectly when we walk with friends (Other dogs)I also have 3 cats. I’ve been thinking of a 3rd Grey. (They are like potato chips and I have enough couch space) I’m retired so I’m home alot and George and Gracie are the lights of my life (Along with my 5 grand kids)
July 9th, 2010 at 7:34 am
Hi Heather
You are absolutely right about Greys and chips. Your Greys are lucky to have such a devoted and diverse family.
Contact Michaela at [email protected] to discuss available dogs and see if you can fill that open couch space.
Good luck, please contact the site if you have any more questions.
HSH
July 16th, 2010 at 6:10 pm
hi, I am a therapist and have used a medium sized labrabradoodle in my practice with excellent results. Given the the characteristics of the most amazing dog the Greyhound I am looking for one. They are intelligent, intuitive, and very loving/giving. These characteristics plus their calm demeanor are perfect for this type of work as well as being a family pet. I am single with grown adult children and my pets are in effect my children.
My question is: I rent a 1000 sq. ft condo on the ground level. I have access to grassland and trees that does not stop. My landlord is fine with another animal. My labrabradoodle does not shed and weighs 34lbs.She is extremely well trained and currently works with me 3 days a week.
I understand that ex-racing dogs can never go off leash, and therefore a priority is a fenced yard. I do not have this however I am a responsible pet owner would never leave the dog off leash or let them get past me if I opened the outside door. Am I being realistic in thinking I can have a greyhound without a fenced yard or is this my wishful thinking? We have two off leash parks 5 minutes away so leash exercise is available. Please help.
July 19th, 2010 at 7:30 am
Hi Martina
I think the best person to talk to is Michaela at [email protected] or 219-4029.
She knows the dogs available for adoption better than any one and she can help you find a fit.
Good luck, please contact the site if you have any further questions.
HSH
July 23rd, 2010 at 4:17 pm
this is for Martina, when I got my Greys 3 years ago, I didn’t have a fenced yard, I had an enclosed dog run but I had to walk them on leash to it.They were so good, and walked so perfectly that one night I got lazy, and just walked with them.Something caught Gracies eye and she took off across Academy Rd I died 1000 deaths watching her.I ran through the traffic to get her and decided to fence my yard.They get out of the house when delivery people come, when grandchildren come etc so I’m very glad I have the security of a fence, tho its not fool proof. The paperman was leaving the gate open so i always check b/4 I let them out. You can do it(no fence) but it has to be absolute!!NEVER OFF LEASH!!!
September 20th, 2010 at 12:07 pm
Is Nikki, back in manitoba yet?
September 28th, 2010 at 12:04 pm
I just spoke with Nikki’s foster parents, and she will likely be coming in very soon. I just lost 2 of my Greys very recently, so I needed to get back to some semblance of normalcy before I could move forward with anything else.
Michaela.
October 25th, 2010 at 6:05 pm
floyd, the grey/cross you rescued from fergus falls is georgeous. he is a lucky boy.
November 6th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Hi Michaela, my name is kenna leclerc, im ten years old and absolutley LOVE greyhounds. They are my favorite breed. Right now, as you may know, i am babysitting Bonnie. She is fantastic with our family. We have a rabbit in the house, but bonnie hasn’t yet smelled her or touched her. I also have a reptile in the living room, and bonnie does not care. Bonnie has not been eating, but we took her to our local baseball diamond with the rest of the greys as so as nikki, laura, olivia etc. She was fantastic with her muzzle. SHe ate and drank after. Ayla who is one of my best friends, her auntie said my family was very ideal for her. I do want to keep her, but unfortunately my dad is out of town. I check your website everyday. I will keep you in touch.
Kenna Leclerc
November 7th, 2010 at 11:31 am
Hey there Michaela, bonnie was fantastic! Hope she’s cooperating with you! Please keep me in touch. I love that dog! Tell her that i love her!
Kenna Leclerc