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I just found out that greyhounds are the only dog mentioned in the Bible. There are four things stately in stride, a lion, a he-goat, a king, and a greyhound.
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Biblical farts
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Jun 5, 2019 08:03
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bamhand posted:
One of those things is not like the others.
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Jun 6, 2019 04:14
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BigDave posted:One of those things is not like the others. It's also only in the King James version and not most newer translations, as far as I can tell. Stately. Beautiful. Graceful.  Greyhound.
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Jun 6, 2019 14:05
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god clearly never watched a greyhound try to stand up, never seen anything less stately in my life
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Jun 6, 2019 14:07
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jesus WEP posted:god clearly never watched a greyhound try to stand up, never seen anything less stately in my life A greyhound in the process of laying down It's like a slow mo demolition collapse
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Jun 6, 2019 14:18
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with extra legs that appear from nowhere
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Jun 6, 2019 14:21
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I'm not god but I am interested in seeing the stately Greyhound lie down/stand up. Do you have videos of this?
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Jun 6, 2019 17:42
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StrixNebulosa posted:I'm not god but I am interested in seeing the stately Greyhound lie down/stand up. Do you have videos of this? No videos yet, but I'll try. I do have this though  Just imagine this in motion and you're not far off
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Jun 6, 2019 18:27
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DarkHorse posted:No videos yet, but I'll try. I do have this though Is...is it alive?
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Jun 6, 2019 22:01
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BigDave posted:Is...is it alive? That greyhound has never been more alive!  They live for this moment, haha
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Jun 6, 2019 23:34
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Major Isoor posted:That greyhound has never been more alive! This. Though I just realized how much it looks like the dinosaur death pose: 
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Jun 7, 2019 03:31
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Jun 7, 2019 03:33
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DIGNITY
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Jun 7, 2019 03:57
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Worry Stumps are improperly labeled, they're concerndicators  Also missing near the diphthong is "chicklets" which is short for "chicken cutlets", the meaty lumps between the forelegs, aka sticklins This diagram is fundamentally flawed, two stars
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Jun 7, 2019 07:10
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Double post because   Goddamnit edit is not quote
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Jun 7, 2019 16:11
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Bonnie says hi (or something)
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Jun 7, 2019 16:13
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I love that happy girl 
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Jun 7, 2019 16:13
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUIfwqKTOCk&t=219s Video presented without comment.
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Jun 11, 2019 00:38
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 Today is Tennyson's 5th birthday!   
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Jun 17, 2019 03:01
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Genovera posted:
Aww, congrats on the burg Tennyson! 
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Jun 17, 2019 03:06
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Happy burger day Tennyson!
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Jun 17, 2019 13:46
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So tomorrow is Greyhound Adoption Day in my local area where the Greyhound Adoption Program has lots of their dogs available. Greys that pass the GAP are generally ex-racing dogs who have been socialised and prepared for life after racing and seem to come in a variety of ages, some with and without health concerns, some who prefer/don't prefer company of other dogs etc. So it seems quite tailored to find ones that fit your lifestyle. I'm not quite in a position to adopt yet - I need to wait till I move to a more pet friendly house so I'm thinking of going along just to check it all out as I'm getting pretty tempted into thinking a Grey might be the next dog for me. Question though - are Grey's generally considered good/manageable dogs for first time solo pet owners? I've had a dog before, he was a tiny white fluffy ball and was well looked after and lived till nearly 19, but I had help from my parents in looking after him as I was young when we got him and he was more the family dog than mine alone. So I have some experience but i'm not an experienced dog owner.
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thepokey posted:So tomorrow is Greyhound Adoption Day in my local area where the Greyhound Adoption Program has lots of their dogs available. Greys that pass the GAP are generally ex-racing dogs who have been socialised and prepared for life after racing and seem to come in a variety of ages, some with and without health concerns, some who prefer/don't prefer company of other dogs etc. So it seems quite tailored to find ones that fit your lifestyle. I'm not quite in a position to adopt yet - I need to wait till I move to a more pet friendly house so I'm thinking of going along just to check it all out as I'm getting pretty tempted into thinking a Grey might be the next dog for me. Every dog is different, but in general greyhounds are great even for first-time owners. If they have a flaw it's that they have thin skin that is prone to injury, which can be intimidating if you're not expecting it. Spart gets weird wounds and scabs all the time, but we put on some petroleum jelly or neosporin and he heals just fine. They can have weird health issues and tummy problems but if your vet knows that greyhounds are weird aliens they'll know what to look for. They're great apartment dogs because they're happy with a walk or two a day and can nap while you're at work, don't tend to shed a lot and don't need coat maintenance, aren't prone to barking or yapping. Also they're very dignified 
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Jun 21, 2019 19:16
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the only thing about them is they’re both dumb and stubborn so they can be hard to make into what most people think of as a “good” dog, but if you’re happy with something that (sort of) behaves like a cat but (sort of) looks like a dog then they’re pretty much the perfect companion
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Jun 21, 2019 19:21
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Sparty is dumb as a bag of hammers but I've still managed to teach him sit, stay, lie down, shake, spin, wait for it, and go-to-your-place It helps he's nuts about food, but they're eminently trainable, they just aren't super concerned with pleasing their people so you have to find other motivation. Also they get a reputation for being aloof, but he's extremely affectionate despite acting shy and uncertain in new situations. He's a total clown when he feels secure
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Jun 21, 2019 19:27
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To Be Fair my first dog was already 14 and deaf and half blind when I got him, and Bonnie came from 6 years in a puppy farm, so I’m probably working with the low end of trainability
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Jun 21, 2019 20:06
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DarkHorse posted:Every dog is different, but in general greyhounds are great even for first-time owners. If they have a flaw it's that they have thin skin that is prone to injury, which can be intimidating if you're not expecting it. Spart gets weird wounds and scabs all the time, but we put on some petroleum jelly or neosporin and he heals just fine. They can have weird health issues and tummy problems but if your vet knows that greyhounds are weird aliens they'll know what to look for. That's sort of what I've heard re: skin. I've also considered an Italian Greyhound too but they seem even more fragile. Apartment living would be good as there's a good chance if I move it may end up being somewhere without a backyard so I've heard their extreme laziness can be good with that (provided sufficient walks and all). The little shedding/barking would be good for that too. I guess I've mostly heard there can be issues with stubbornness (obviously that would fluctuate from dog to dog) but as far as I'm aware they aren't a dog that is all that fussed with doing what you want them to do for the sake of it/the love of their owner. Hence I guess any hesitation being a semi-inexperienced dog owner.
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Jun 21, 2019 20:13
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thepokey posted:That's sort of what I've heard re: skin. I've also considered an Italian Greyhound too but they seem even more fragile. Apartment living would be good as there's a good chance if I move it may end up being somewhere without a backyard so I've heard their extreme laziness can be good with that (provided sufficient walks and all). The little shedding/barking would be good for that too. I guess I've mostly heard there can be issues with stubbornness (obviously that would fluctuate from dog to dog) but as far as I'm aware they aren't a dog that is all that fussed with doing what you want them to do for the sake of it/the love of their owner. Hence I guess any hesitation being a semi-inexperienced dog owner.
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Jun 21, 2019 20:18
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Is this a suitable homemade food-based game for a greyhound? I was considering building something like this for my ex's hound, but I never got around to it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avcYKFOmcZA
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Jun 21, 2019 22:30
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I could see Bonnie getting frustrated and giving up on a game like that, but probably varies from dog to dog
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Jun 21, 2019 22:38
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We use old cardboard tubes and stuff them with food. Just fold the sides down in a crimp and use his regular food. That's about the level of mental effort he's willing to exert before he gives up. He's never had much interest in puzzle toys (or toys in general)thepokey posted:That's sort of what I've heard re: skin. I've also considered an Italian Greyhound too but they seem even more fragile. Apartment living would be good as there's a good chance if I move it may end up being somewhere without a backyard so I've heard their extreme laziness can be good with that (provided sufficient walks and all). The little shedding/barking would be good for that too. I guess I've mostly heard there can be issues with stubbornness (obviously that would fluctuate from dog to dog) but as far as I'm aware they aren't a dog that is all that fussed with doing what you want them to do for the sake of it/the love of their owner. Hence I guess any hesitation being a semi-inexperienced dog owner. Yeah Iggies are made of glass from what I've heard. Spartacus is robust, he's just got a thin outer layer. And as was said before, you don't need to keep them entertained, they're usually happy just lounging where they can see you and just hang out. Spartacus got into everything at first but we acclimated to each other over the course of a few months. He isn't desperate to please like some breeds, but he definitely responds to praise and seeks affection. I dunno, I think they're generally extremely easy dogs compared to say collies or shepherds or even retrievers when they're young. Just be sure to mention you might be moving to the adoption agency and that your dog can navigate stairs ok. Some agencies won't adopt out if you're planning on moving, so keep that in mind.
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jesus WEP posted:you don't really need to train them that much - it's not like a collie where a lack of constant mental stimulation drives them crazy. if you keep things like snuffle mats, kongs, and other food-based toys around for when they get the zoomies, and you can teach them basics like waiting before taking a treat, then you'll have a happy and satisfied little goblin That's good to know! I guess a more specific example of wondering how you work with them is off the leash walking. I would assume, and would be the case in suburban areas that 95% of walking is done on a leash. But with the whole independent "I do what I want" attitude, how are they when you can take them somewhere that they can run off leash and you want them to come back? DarkHorse posted:Just be sure to mention you might be moving to the adoption agency and that your dog can navigate stairs ok. Some agencies won't adopt out if you're planning on moving, so keep that in mind. Oh yeah I wouldn't actually adopting until I've already moved (im in a place that doesn't allow dogs and doesn't have a secure backyard - so moving first is mandatory). Whatever place I eventually move to will be with the idea of it being dog friendly in mind. thepokey fucked around with this message at 23:20 on Jun 21, 2019 |
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Jun 21, 2019 23:12
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Off-leash I think varies massively from dog to dog. Bonnie is super attached to us and hates breaking line of sight, so she likes doing figure eights round a soccer field with us stood in the middle. Our friends’ greyhound has a tendency to sometimes bolt off to the car park and cause a panic. My advice would be to build up trust and attachment over the first 3 months, taking it to small enclosed dog parks at quiet times to gauge how it gets on, and proceed from there. Also obedience classes are really good. Even if your dog might be the worst pupil (and if they’re in there with collies and labs, they will be) you’ll learn a lot about what to do. Plus it’s a good way for your dog to socialise in a somewhat controlled environment.
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Jun 21, 2019 23:56
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I'm a solo first time pet owner and I've never had any issues with taking care of Abby over the past eight years. I don't have a yard either.
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Jun 22, 2019 00:13
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Gannon is on leash 100% of the time unless he's inside or in a fully fenced in area. His legs work better than his ears and he's doesn't seem to know that traffic is a thing so off-lead walks is a total non starter.
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Jun 22, 2019 00:51
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The one time Ruby's got off lead in a not- fenced-in area, and bolted and we only got her back because she got distracted by a puddle. It was very scary. Other hound owners can get off leash to work, but it seems like it'll never happen for us with her complete lack of recall.
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Jun 22, 2019 01:07
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We're not allowed to have greyhounds off-leash in public here (even in empty dog parks...damned stupid Australian laws), but Taz did 'escape' a couple of times. I think even without the laws we have, I wouldn't let Tazo off-leash in an unenclosed area - at least, not without a squeaker of some sort! Since yeah, the first time was right after I adopted him. It happened because he bounced a tennis ball past the gate I was closing and barged past, lost track of the ball and kept going down our 50+ metre driveway and down the road. He stopped when I squeaked a toy though, since he's always had a thing for squeaky toys. The second time I ran out after him and called his name - and by that point we'd known each other for maybe a year, so he snapped out of it and waited for me to catch up, just watching me run. (Probably thinking I was going pathetically slow compared to him, too!  )Anyway, Tazo and I completed a five hour walk today, which is our new record - I was expecting him to be tired, but he was still ready for more! (He wasn't after our recent ~4hr walks, but I thought an extra hour might do the trick) I think that was perhaps partly the adrenaline talking though, since once we got inside he flopped down on the couch and let out a sigh. Needless to say though, I'm continuing to be impressed by his stamina! We were caught in rain last big walk though, which wasn't great for Taz, until the conditions improved. So I've ordered a fancy locally-made raincoat (and a collapsible bowl) for him, which should be perfect for a grey like him.I'll have to post a photo when I get it, either way - it's a greyt design!  Especially since I'm planning on going out on a day trip with him soon, to a nearby(ish) reservoir and park. Should be a good, scenic walk either way
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Yeah just about every greyhound I know can't be off-lead if the area isn't fenced in. They have a strong prey drive, no road sense, and aren't able to smell their way home. Plus they're able to outrun their memory when they're focused on a chase. We thought we could let Spartacus off-lead and did a trial, and sure enough he saw the open road and started trotting. He has crap recall, so we've basically given up on ever taking him off-lead. Except when there's something to chase... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2WQ_CNPpC8
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