Greyhound Racing Tips

im getting a greyhound race this will be my first example would be the first thing to do, I know it will not be supplied should I feed him or what would be the best thing to do

Congratulations on your new dog! And bravo to you for adoption. If you have not read the retired racing greyhounds for dummies by Lee Livingood, it would be a good place to start. It is a great manual and covers everything. It is required reading for many groups of adoption. If you can not get the book fast enough the gang Greyhound has a terrible, concise, online guide, including "early days at home" at:

http://www.greyhoundgang.org/guide.php
It has excellent advice and a short reading.

When I make a new dog or foster home for dogs in general, I put on a leash and a muzzle (I have cats .. they were tested chat but it is not 100%) . First .. outside to show them where "go" pot. Have treats on hand to reinforce good behavior. Praise and petting is too much work. While there, the correct protocol, I present my dogs and cats. I take them all around the house and show them the new location. Keep in mind many things are new can be dangerous .. stairs, mirrors, garbage cans, house plants, etc. ... (Puppy proofing before hand would be wise) I show them the water, bed, and cash. Some dogs like the crate and it is their safe place. If the dog is very nervous and upset, I start with a room. Save energy and help low activity as background music or television .. They are used to that kennel. Once calm, we begin to explore.

After the dog has calmed down and used to things (ranging from minutes to hours) you can offer a small amount of dog food. Just a small amount at first .. he is very hungry and could force and be sick. Some of my first day eating helps others do not.
Some adapt easily and act as if they had been in a house before (or have been promoted) and have some days to adjust. So be patient and do not be put off if it takes him a few days out of his shell. In fact, it's a fun, beautiful thing to see.
Continue out to go potty with candy and prizes every two hours. They are usually trained to kennel spread quickly. You can offer toys, but they usually take a few days to figure these because they never had before.

If you encounter problems or problems with the kennel or local adoption group where he came from and they will be happy to help you .. or ask here, of course. The others recommended and good resources. Make sure you take advice from people with experience with the breed.

Many people have misconceptions about gray. And for the record .. greyhounds high energy? It's laughable. There are exceptions to every rule, but most live in their nickname potatoes sofa bed most of the time. They are sprinters and tire quickly, usually requiring no more exercise than any other race. I take mine on a mile walk .. they start to limit the first half before, way back I almost drag them along:) They live and on large estates, but also in apartments and small homes provided they are walking. Our communty has even a date monthly play in a park (in a fenced area, of course) to make them a good race.

And two cardinal rules
1. Still in a fence or leash
2. Always a pet .. are sensitive to heat and cold

Good luck and have fun! I know you'll be happy.

Congratulations for the adoption!

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