Comments on: The Pros & Cons Of Greyhound Adoption

By: Michele Riehl

Michele Riehl — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:28:48 +0000

I would love to adopt a Grey Hound. I think they are so beautiful.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 11:45:00 +0000

In reply to Marion. Hi Marion. As it happens, I have written a whole page on osteosarcoma in greyhounds!

By: Marion

Marion — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:25:45 +0000

Another really nice, balanced article.
I have rescued 2 ex racers, and fostered several others and they are beautiful dogs. Certainly not perfect, but then, nor am I.
There does seem to be a very high number of these rescue animals who fall prey to osteosarcoma, and there has been evidence cited that it may actually be higher in Australian racing circles due to the large numbers (‘thousands’ have been quoted) of offspring which can be produced from one sire or dam (who may go on to develop OS). It has been hotly contested by pro racers. Can you comment on this? Where would one find evidence either way?
Thanks

By: Hendrika

Hendrika — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 09:02:29 +0000

Thanks for your professional report on greyhounds! We have fostered a few and loved them! Hope to adopt one. They can be a bit mischievous but this can usually be redirected with a bit of patience. They are great for the elderly and people who need a companion. You don’t trip over a greyhound like a little dog as they’re sensitive. Needless to say we love them cheers Henny