[Laneco]

Rammstein
I have an adopted greyhound. I absolutely love him. But let me tell you a few more things about adopting a grey that people don't tell you ahead of time.

The greyhound rescue "Fast Friends" did not disclose to me that my dog, Zorro has epilepsy. This is a largely treatable condition, but his seizures, even when consistently medicated are very powerful. He has 3-5 a week on medication. This was CLEARLY something they knew and did not disclose in spite of me asking about the health condition of the dog.

Zorro arrived rough coated and with unhealthy bowel movements. He was terribly wormy. It took about 3 months to get him healthy and normal. I've had alot of dogs and lived on ranches with assorted livestock, I've NEVER seen an animal with so many internal parasites.

Zorro is perfectly house broken from his temporary home. We had a few discussions about getting on the furniture, but that is about it. Sometimes I've got to remind him not to run in the hallway when he hears the kids. He is also very good in the car. He just steps into the back of the station wagon when we go to the vet.

A bit of warning. If a grey gets loose, they tend to run and do not come when called. Zorro has learned to come when he is called (usually). When they run, it's only for a brief time and oddly enough they tend to go in a circle. Remember that when you are looking for them. Keep a collar with your cell # on it. Greys slip the collar very easily.

He's a big laid back boy. I love him dearly. Wonderful with kids and other dogs. He's terrified of our Himilayan cat (who went into full fur-ball attack when she first saw Zorro). She "owns" him now.

By the way. The 50 pound weight limit could cause you a problem. Zorro, in racing weight, is 110 pounds. We medicate him based on weight and he flucatuates between 103 and 110.

I applaud your decision to adopt a grey, just want to let you know a few additional points. I'd adopt again. Coincidently, my dog, Zorro, raced in Florida before entering the adoption pool.

angela