CG's Einstein: 8/9/18 - Bunny Patrol

Einstein here.

My toes got a good rest and I'm back to tell you some more about me.  Foster mom reports that I'm a good boy in the house.  I get along with all of the other pups.  I like to play tag with the only other boy pup.  He gets me, then I get him. You know how it goes.

Foster mom thought I could use some help with my leash manners.  She took me for a walk at night all by myself.  I was a little nervous at first but I was getting the hang of it.  There was a lot of turning around and it seemed like I was going in circles. And then it happened!

Just as the sun was going down, I thought I saw a bunny rabbit!  I wasn't sure but I gave it my full attention.  Is it? Could it be?

I did see a bunny rabbit!! It ran across the street right in front of my eyes.  I readied myself to give chase but foster  mom wouldn't let me. She said I don't have to chase the bunnies any more. I had to settle for just watching it run away. That was different.

I'm not sure that letting the rabbit go was a good idea but the treats I got for staying by foster mom were worth it.

I wonder if I'll see any more rabbits on our walks? I'm ready. Maybe my forever family will take me out for rabbit watching. That would be fun.

I feel a nap coming on. I need to dream about rabbits. See ya later.

Stuck On Impulse aka Honey 8-9-18 Getting Comfy!

Hi everyone, it's me Honey!  I told you I was learning a lot in my foster home so foster mom said I should tell you about what I'm learning. First of all people are my favorite, better than other hounds, maybe even better than treats, oh I just love the people, all the people!! I want to stay near them and keep my eye on them in case they hand out treats or feel like giving some ear rubs. Here I am hanging out in the kitchen watching foster dad make dinner.

I hope he lets me taste test!

My foster siblings told me there are way better places to lay down that are more comfy than the hard kitchen floor. They said there are even better poses to lay in. When you live in a house you aren't in a kennel all the time so you can really stretch out.  Here I am on the rug trying this stretch out idea.

Foster mom said something about yoga.... is that anything like yogurt?

Am I getting it right now? I asked. Well, halfway... they said. Halfway? What could be better than this? Then they told me about beds! When you lay on a bed it's all soft and cushy and you can really get that stretch and roll. My foster brother rolls all the way over on his back and calls that pose a roach. I haven't quite got the hang of it like he does yet, but I sure am enjoying the practice! What do you think?? 

Paws up who's loving retirement so far? THIS GIRL!!

I'm going to practice my roach pose some more now, maybe I'll get it perfected in time to show it off to my forever family when I meet them. Foster mom says I have more to learn too so I better wrap up my blog time. Hugs and nose kisses and see you soon!  Honey

CG's Einstein: 8/9/18 - Intros Are in Order

Hi Everyone, I'm Einstein.

It's been an exciting week with so much happening and I decided it was time to introduce myself. My foster mom said she would do it but it's taking forever. So I'll just tell you all about Einstein. With a name like Einstein, I'm certainly smart enough. Ok, we got that out of the way.

I'm a bright 4 year old pup from a race kennel in WV. I came last Saturday with 9 other pups to start my journey into retired life. I was assigned to a foster home first to learn the ropes. I'm not alone though. My friend Myth is learning with me. We have two resident hounds to help us out. Boy is it a lot to learn. Don't worry though, I can do it.

That first day was very long so when we arrived at foster mom's house she just pointed us to our crates. I was tired and a bit camera shy. 

Foster mom said I have to learn all kinds of house stuff but that I'm a fast learner. It's the name.  I've learned that all my business goes outside. No accidents in my crate or the house. I discovered all kinds of good things in the kitchen but foster mom says I can't help myself to what's on the counters. I'm not sure this rule makes sense. My food bowl is up there. Why can't I just get it myself. I think this one should still be open for debate.

Well there's a lot more to tell but learning how to use this keyboard thing is hard. I'm going to rest my paws for now. Come back soon and I'll share some of the cool stuff I'm learning.

Foster Mom, I need another one of those pawdicures. My toes hurt.

Stuck on Impulse aka Honey- 8-8-18 Traveling Girl

Well hello world, I'm Honey! I was a real good racer but I heard that living the retired life was the real way to win so I'm excited to give it shot. Saturday was a super long crazy day, none of that relaxing I heard came with retired life at all! A long drive to Maryland where I got scrubbed up nice and clean and groomed. I thought we must be going to a new racetrack! But when we went outside, surprise!! They just took my picture like I was some sort of model or something and the people all kept telling me how pretty I am. Can you imagine, nobody even asked if I was fast! A girl could get used to being flattered that way!

Does this picture make my tongue look big? Boy it was hot out that day!

Anyway, after all that I found out who my foster parents were going to be and I got in their car for another long ride.

Foster Mom says I have the cutest ears with all their different poses!

There weren't any other hounds in this car so I was able to get comfy and take a nap. The foster parents said I was a perfect passenger. I just thought it was nice to get a nap!

Wake me up when we get there!

When we got to their house it was really late and they said it was past bedtime already and I could get a better tour and meet my foster siblings in the morning. Oh was I excited to find out there would be other hounds in my foster home! I'm learning lots from them already and they tell me one day soon I'll find my very own forever family. I hope my family is reading this, hi family!!!! I've already learned my favorite thing about living in a house is the people, so when we meet you will be my most favorite-est thing ever! How cool is that? I can't wait to meet you, I'll write again soon, hugs and nose kisses until then!! Honey 

Frankie - 08/08/18 - Its me, Frankie!

Hi everyone, its me, Frankie! So many new things have happened to me lately. 

First, I rode in a car! It was weird at first, but once I found the back seat it was cool. Here I am sleeping in my new favorite spot.

I tried to discover this stuff that Foster Mom called coffee. Foster Mom said no.

There's another foster dog here who looks just like me! He tried to discover coffee, too. Foster Mom said no to him...

We really wanted to get some of this coffee stuff.  Foster Mom gave us cookies, instead. I like cookies!

I also like snuggling.💗I would love to snuggle you!

Mac's Essie - 08/08/2018: My Daily Constitutional

Hello again friends,

One thing I'm really enjoying in my foster home is my daily morning walk.  We head out early before the heat and humidity get too high.

My foster brother, Petey, has been helping me learn about how to walk on leash.  (Who knew there were so many things to learn when one retires?!)     My first day, I was SO excited that I was pulling and weaving a lot.  Apparently, this is bad form for leash walking, so I am learning to stay close to foster mom and to not pull ahead.  It's hard sometimes, because there are lots of things to see and sniff, but I'm getting the hang of it.


Here I am with Petey.

Who doesn't love a greyhound bum?

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Pete has taught me all about checking out the p-mail.  (He also feels compelled to answer every one he reads; I however, do not)

Yes, I know I'm kind of skinny, but foster mom has been giving me extra food
to help me put on a few more pounds.  I don't mind those extra snacks one bit! 

Hey Petey, is that another squirrel?!

SQUIRREL!!!!

Foster mom took me out for a walk just the two of us yesterday; I stayed right next to her side almost the whole time.  She was really proud of me!  I really enjoy my walks and can't wait for the cooler weather to arrive so we can walk longer. 

Until next time,

Essie 

Daredevil Decker - aka - "Decker" . 8/8/18

Decker has arrived in the house and is doing great in foster care.  A bit skinny, he could benefit from some extra calories but it's not surprising when we get new dogs in that they are on the super lean side.  We'll have him gain a few extra pounds in no time.  He's super food motivated and easily takes treats out of our hands so he'll be looking even more handsome in no time.

He is cat safe and really really sweet.  He's gotten along well with both resident hounds and felines.  At first he did not understand the concept of a dog bed but just today he finally settled on one and hasn't moved since.  I think he likes it!!  His new home should have several comfy beds for him to enjoy his retirement sleeping and lounging in!

Decker is a stunning dog, his light fawn color is almost khaki and really a show stopper.  When he raises those ears straight up he will stop folks in their tracks.  He is curious too so he enjoys meeting people.  He seems really mellow but we've only had him a couple of days but he hasn't shown a wild streak and he's settle in as one of the pack with my lazy pups.

He is really food motivated and would probably excel with some basic obedience skills.  He's a smart boy, catches on quickly and would probably love having to use his brain.

Here are a few photos of our first days with him.