Unofficial Schooling?
Unofficial Schooling takes place in the morning on the track before the day’s races. Initially the pups are hand-slipped so that the trainers can see how they are running and if they are following the lure. If that goes well …
Author: Joee Kam
Greyhound Heart Beat
The greyhound’s heart rate is slower than other dogs due to their athleticism. 60-90 beats per minute is normal at rest. It may be faster if excited (like at the vet’s office).
Are They Related?
When you see prefixes for registered names like Flying and Kiowa, do you wonder if your dogs are related? Chances are they’re not. Some owners like to use them to “mark” their dogs so everyone knows it’s one of theirs. …
Janie: How a Personal Relationship Led to a Greyhound Partnership
Melissa Schmidt and Susan Morton Melissa Schmidt, a farmer/breeder in Iowa, and Susan Morton co-own Janie (registered name Steam) one of the pups from the Paddy Whacker x Blazin’ Angelfire litter. As Melissa tells it, Susan and she are friends. …
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Treats and Toys Myth
Some believe that greyhounds have never had treats and toys until after they retire from racing. All kennels give their dogs treats. Whether it’s marshmallows, Vanilla Wafers, Milk Bones, cows ears etc. Each trainer has their own treats of choice. …
The Greyhound Heart
The greyhound heart is normally much bigger than the heart of other dogs. There is a huge left ventricular hypertrophy (thickening of wall). Same with marathon runners. An ultrasound can differentiate normal from diseased if in doubt. Suzanne Stack, D.V.M.
Spa Time
Some track kennels have whirlpool tubs. The racers relax and soak in them to help ease sore or tight muscles.
Greyhound Racing is Illegal Myth
Contrary to what you’ve probably heard, Idaho is the ONLY state where racing Greyhounds is illegal. It’s perfectly legal to race Greyhounds in 49 of the 50 states. What is illegal in some of the states, is the pari mutuel …
Nickel’s Ride to Retirement
When racing greyhounds are retired they are given to adoption groups who find homes for them. Here’s Nickel (BC Gotta Nickel) on her way with her trainer to the New Mexico Greyhound Connection adoption group.