Welcome to the Greyt Expectations Greyhound Rescue (GEGR) blog page! Here you will find information about our current foster dogs, events, and other information. We are located in Southern Maryland region and help racing Greyhounds into retirement throughout Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and the Washington, D.C areas! Whether you are looking for a 4-legged family member, a volunteer opportunity, or for new friends, we are excited you are here!

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Tina (Spice It Up): 2/21/23 Walks

 


Went with FD (foster dad) on a walk yesterday.  I tried to pull him along until I realized that it was going to get me anywhere faster. Once I figured that out, I walked like a lady beside him with something called a slack leash.  I don't know what that was but FD was super happy about it.

Tina
xOxO


Nelson (Baby Face Nelson): 2/19/2023 Hello World!


Check out my boyish looks fans!  I am cute as a button and nothing like my namesake.  There's not an ounce of gangster in these bones.

Partner for life,
Nelson

 

Tina (Spice It Up): 2/19/23 About Me!



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Q. What is your full name?
A. Spice It Up but my foster parents call me Tina.

Q. How old are you?
A. I am almost 3 years old.  My birthday is February 25th! 

Q. What’s your height and weight?
A. Approximately 31 inches from the ground to the top of my head for my height.  I weigh about 61 pounds.

Q. What’s your occupation?
A. Retired racing dog, but I ran in 39 races before I retired.  For 2 of those races, I came in 1st place!  My very last race was January 10, 2023.

Q. What’s your income?
A. I’m retired so I rely on my good looks and sweet puppy dog eyes to keep me in dog treats, comfy beds, and regular meals.  I’m also a big foodie so I’ll happily eat whatever you have in your hand.

Q. Do you have any children?
A. No kids for me.  After I retired, I wasn't chosen to be a brood mom.

Q. Any medical issues?
A. Not a one!

Q. Do you have any tattoos?
A. I have tattoos in my ears, and I was feeling pretty special about them.  FM (foster mom) hurt my feelings though.  She said that every former racing greyhound has tattoos.  #WayToBurstMyBubbleFM #ButIAmSpecial

Q. Who are your parents?
A. Vanderworp and Odd Twilight

Q. Do you have any siblings?
A. I have 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

Note: You can check out my pedigree at https://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=2483229&z=DUbuPQhttps://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=2483229&z=DUbuPQ. 

Q. What's your marital status?
A. Single but I don't have time for the boys.  Please don't try to match me up with anyone.  I would rather just hang out at home with my family.  

Q. What is the first thing people notice about you?
A. My sweet, adorable face and waggy tail.  I just want you to touch me and love on me.  

Q. What are your three best life skills?
A. My love of all people, quietly checking out what you’re doing when you’re moving about the house, and happily sleeping in my favorite dog bed when FM isn’t home.  

Q. What's the most important thing you're looking for in a family?
A.  I would love to have someone (or some people) to love me, spoil me, play with me, feed me, walk me, and did I mention love me? I'm all about kisses, hugs, and if you don't mind, snuggling with you.  FM won’t let me on the couch, but I think I could be easily convinced that it’s a great place to snooze and snuggle. 

Q. How do you typically spend your leisure time?
A. Sleeping, pulling out and playing with all of the toys that squeak, playing with the resident puppy, and investigating what FM is up to.  

Q. Do you have any issues with sharing?
A. I don’t have any issues with sharing!  I love to play with the whippet puppy that belongs to my foster family.  Sometimes she gets the toys, and sometimes I get them.  She runs a lot faster through the house with them though.  I just let her go be crazy and wait for her to come back.

So enough about me. Can you tell me about you? I'd love to find my furever family!

Tina
xOxO


Gaga (Poker Face): 1/3/23 Meet Gaga

Hello everyone, my name is Gaga. I'm almost two years old, and have been doing my best to figure out life as a retired racer. I really like to be outside, but I'm a bit nervous on walks. I think that will get better over time.

I'm most happy when I get to spend time in the house getting love and attention. My foster family keep saying I am a "cuddle bug". 

I am great with kids and other dogs. I really just want to get along and be part of the pack.

I love my food, and one of my favorite things to do after breakfast is have some time in the yard followed by a big nap. 

But rest assured, I'll be ready for lots of love and attention as soon as I wake up!


My foster parents say I am a quick learner - although I have a cheeky side to me. Apparently I don't need to help out with the dishwasher, can't jump on the sofa, and need to have my muddy paws cleaned before coming inside. So many rules! 


- Gaga