Marya Fehn: Greyhounds & Lurchers make wonderful pets, they are excellent companions & for the most part will do as they are told. They are usually friendly towards other dogs & are quite easy to train to a basic level (i.e. sit, paw & heel etc). Training them to do tricks (such as fetch) isn't easy to do but with patience (& a lot of determination on your part) is possible. Coming from a dogs home & being an ex-racer means that the dog may never have stayed in a house so you'll probably have to house train it (they do pick this up very quickly though). Separation anxiety may also be a problem (as they are quite insecure dogs). Normally they are very good on and off the lead but you do have to watch out for cats & rabbits etc as they are bred to chase such things. Most problems that they have can be ironed out fairly quickly & once they are a greyhound will make the perfect pet no doubts about it....Show more
Oscar Waddups: Thank you very much guys. Its much apprec! iated. We are considering taking my Grandad to the local Tia for Greyhound rescue where they get retired racers. Does anyone know the intellegence of a greyhound because we would like to train the new dog to pick up things from the floor like we have done our pointer. I'm pretty confident that, with persistent traning, we could train him to do it but the better intellegence the easier.We are also wanting to train the dog to sit and wait for permission to get the food to prevent knocking over incidents....Show more
Neville Dautremont: I would say that he is mostly GSP with a little pit bull or something else in the mix. Very cute dog. I don't see any cattle dog,but that doesn't mean it isn't there!
Nilda Bafia: Definitely some Pit or AmStaff in him! Likely some GSP too, his colorations look like it.Cute though!
Elvie Drumgoole: leash on in the house... And I like crate training while I leave the house.
Kim Gerbino: I own 2 so id say go for it..the ! only thing being that u wont be able to train a grey to sit as! there legs are to long ..youd be better trying the down position instead, they wil only need two walks a day..one in the morning and one in the evening both of around 20 minutes, as too much strenuos excersise can damage ther limbs..once they have been retired for racing theyve no need to go full pelt they like he quiet life, they are sprinters so use their energy up in short bursts, they are typical theifs of food and if it and nailed down then they will munch it(just food tho)they arent destructive and non demanding for walks(if mine dont fancy it i just leave them sleeping)and are quite happy to be left, the only thing u must check is if he has a hi prey drive, typically greys hunt by sight and if they c summit they fancy then they will go..my female has been retired nearly 2 years and is still prey driven, never let the dog off the lead as they tend to go deaf if theyve seen summit what catches there eye, mine cant be trusted with cats as she would rip it in half ...mo! st of its common sense, if they are highly prey driven keep them on a lead..2 much more to say your more than welcome to contact me via my profile and il fill you in further xx...Show more
Weldon Totaro: A greyhound sounds like it would fit really well for your grandad. Rescuing is a good idea as well - not only are you saving a life, but I think an older dog is definitely in order here. Greyhounds don't bark much, don't shed much, and they have a moderate energy level. The good thing about older dogs too is that they rise to your energy level. If you want to go out for a long walk around the park, they're game for that. If you'd rather doze on the couch, they're up for that too. About trainability - greyhounds are pretty well-behaved dogs. Meaning, it is usually easy to teach them things like "no jumping on counters, no jumping on people, no stealing food, no entering this or that room". However, things like tricks can be tougher because they need to be motivated to ! learn new things. They are not in the "I'll do it because you said so" ! strand - they are in the "I'll do it because you have a treat in your hand" strand. However, once they've learned a "sit" or a "down" or "stay", they are usually very reliable, unless they are nervous or excited. As with all sight/scenthounds, a leash in an unfenced area is an absolute must. Their chase instinct is much faster than a human's command and they will be a mile away if they see a cat/squirrel/rabbit before you even realise what's going on. The biggest challenge in adopting racers is remembering that they have been professional athletes up till their retirement. Depending on how long their racing career was, they'll know some basics - walking on a loose leash, potty-trained, etc. However, they've most likely never seen ceiling fans, televisions, bicycles, little kids, or toys. Any food they see has always been for them. You need to teach them to be a pet. However, they learn quickly if you follow a few simple home acclimatisation steps, and many groups will also ! foster track dogs to get the home acclimation process started for you....Show more
Anibal Scheid: Ok first im not sure what breed you dog is but it may sound strange but some dogs will only go to the toilet were they call home. Also since we got our dogs we had to change our cleaning produces. It could be what ever detergent or air freshener you use smells appealing or he could just be scenting. Its best to avoid things that smells like pine and any flowery or meadow scented things i cant used fer-breeze im my house or i will get puddles. So back to the problem the best thing is to leave him outside for as long as possible until he has no choice but to go the when you see him go make a big deal of it tell him hes so good and maybe give him a treat just so he knows hes done good but give out in the house if he goes and even if you find it in the house bring him to it and give out and put him out side. This is what we had to do the crate training didn't work for ours t! oo stubborn! but it can work for most dogs. Hope this helps :)
So! l Bayn: if you have a basement lock the door and put him there. If not block of an area with gates. Leave wee-wee pads in the area.
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Dorinda Metzer: I think it would be a wonderful idea, for all the reasons you cited. And it would give a retired racer a good home. I would work with the rescue to get the most laid back dog possible, just so there aren't any incidents with the dog rushing for food or to go out, which could unbalance your father. But things like this could happen with any dog, but less likely greyhounds. And, dogs are pretty smart. They know infirmity, and will usually be really careful around that person.
Nilda Bafia: I second joselarinn's suggestion...Dogs will generally avoid getting their own personal space, especially where they sleep, dirty. Make sure that the puppy's crate is small enough that he can't conveniently pee/poop in a corner away from where he sleeps. It goes without saying that you should also carry ! him inside and directly into his crate if he hasn't gone about his business the first time you go outside.
Hunter Beech: for sure you should adopt one that wasn't fast enough to race
Inge Mclaurine: Ok, we thought it was an australian cattle dog. He's got a strange temperament, shy and just a loner in general. We also thought he could be a German shorthaired pointer.here are a few pic of him.http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=17508475009...http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=17508493009...http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=17508498610......Show more
Ninfa Asby: Crate train him!!!Dog will never go where it sleeps unless it has no other choice (another reason why pet store puppies are bad). You keep it in the crate initially and slowly let it have more and more time out of the crate until it thinks your whole house is where he sleeps - then he will never go in the house again. This could take 6 months more or less for the puppy to be 100% house ! trained.He hasn't equated your home to his "den" yet....Show more
Porfirio Cahall: Greyhounds make fantastic pets and can be obed trained, we've had many in our classes who went on to titles. They take longer to teach sit to because sitting is not a natural dog position and they were never trained to sit for races. They are great on a leash but have little inclination to fetch but can be taught. They do need a fenced yard tho as they will run off in a second. The whole key to training Greyhounds is to motivate them. You have to make it worth their while to do the obedience exercises. If that is done they readily earn obedience titles. The first Companion Dog was Ch. On-Da-Way Skipper who earned his CD in 1937. Since then Greyhounds have earned 275 Companion Dog titles, 46 Companion Dog Excellent title, 8 Utility Dog titles and one Obedience Trial Championship. That was Julie Hill's red ***** Lily, OTCh The Merry Prankster UDX, TD, NA. In accumulating these titles, a number of Greyhounds have won all breed high in trial awards. All o! f the obed titles have sits in their exercises and a dog that can not sit will not get a title. They have to do an automatic sit at heel when you stop, they have to go to heel position from a front on recalls and retrieves and sit and they have to do a 1 minute Long Sit in Novice and a 3 minute Long Sit in Open classes. Plus a directed Sit in Utility so saying a greyhound can not sit is silly, all dogs can sit unless a severe conformation problem makes it too painful....Show moreAlane Antes: With one of the clothes he has pissed or crapped on leave it outside for him, also pups cannot hold their bowels for very long so after every feed instantly leave him outside for an hour. Also create training usually does the job
Wilmer Skidmore: my new puppie is decently house trained he even barks to go outside however he still sneaks off and goes in my house when he gets the chance i have learned to keep all of the rooms shut but i dont want to do this forever how to i ! stop him from sneaking off or will he grow out of this rebellious phase! ?
Bob Pucella: Was the pup punished for his accidents? This is very characteristic of a pup that was punished either by spanks, yelling, or rubbing their nose in it. Reasons not to punish them for accidents:If they get in trouble for going potty in the house they don't necessarily know that you are mad because they went in the house. They just think it is bad to go at all. This causes them to hide it from you, including not going in front of you outside. If they hide it in the house then it is much harder to catch them in the act too. If you catch the mess after the fact then start punishing they don't make the connection that you are mad because of the mess. They will think it was what ever they were doing in that moment you found it, say just sleeping. This is just confusing and can cause other behavior problems, including being scared of you in general. Rubbing their nose in it goes against their natural instinct of going potty away from their living quarters. You ! could actually being teaching them that this is where it smells like a toilet and this is where they should go.You can still retrain the pup but it will take a little longer and more patience is necessary. Every time they potty outside praise them as soon as they are done going. Don't praise them during the act as that can distract them and make them stop. But try to time it as well as you can. As soon as their butt lifts praise like crazy. Because he is hiding it from you and not going in front of you outside it will certainly be harder because you need to catch him in the act of going outside correctly. Usually verbal praise and petting is enough but in this case you need to reward even better with a great treat (like meat). If he has an accident in the house do not punish him. Just clean it up thoroughly and asap. Dogs instinctively avoid defecating in their living quarters. If they are forced to live in it for too long then they will eventually lose that instinct. This ! can also be ruined by rubbing their nose in it. NEVER rub their nose in! it.If you catch him in the act you can make a startling noise, not too scary, but just to get him to stop in the act while you run to pick him up and put him outside in the right spot. Again, praise like crazy when he goes in the correct spot. Please give him a serious effort because if you have to get rid of him then you are just pawning off a problemed dog to someone else who wont like it either then what are they going to do with him. Pawn him off on someone else? Drop him off at a shelter? You can fix this with a lot of patience. You said he is other wise a great dog so he just has to make it past this issue.
Elinore Schlinker: keep going and do what you have been doing because its working teach him not to sneak off or follow him when he sneaks off
Karey Dunken: A greyhound sounds like a very good choice for your grandfather - or any elderly person.As far as how intelligent they are, it depends on what you expect from the dog. Greyhounds tend to be quite re! served dogs, and are usually not all that outgoing, which is what a dog to be trained to do "tricks" usually needs to be. Also, whether a dog can be trained to "pick up" depends very much on the breed of dog - a pointer, being a hunting dog, has been bred to pick up and retrieve, and many of these dogs keep the instinct. They usually can be trained to pick objects up quite successfully. Greyhounds, on the other hand, are bred to chase and bring down prey, but not carry or retrieve it. It's highly unlikely that you would be able to convince the dog to pick up an object, as it just wouldn't be a concept the dog would understand. There are always exceptions to the rule of course, but don't expect too much from a greyhound in that respect. Companion-wise though, it would be a good choice....Show more
Faustino Mellerson: A greyhound would be a fantastic companion for your grandfather for all the reasons you have already outlayed. But I would have to back up a statement tha! t someone has already made about the problems he may encounter with oth! er small animals as the dog has been trained to chase the electric hare. This is why when you see a racing greyhound out in a public park, nine times out of ten they are muzzled. It's not because they are a naturally aggressive dog, it's because of their training to chase small furry things.But good luck with it, I hope it all works out as it sounds as though you have really put a lot of thought into it and it's great to hear that. :)...Show more
Clinton Migliori: Buy a crate. Keep him in the crate until you want him to pee. Take him to the area where you want him to pee. Give him 15 minutes to pee, if he doesn't put him back in the crate for an hour. Keep doing this until the habit is broken. The dog won't pee in the crate because it's where he sleeps. Don't give him the freedom to run around unattended if he's going to pee everywhere. Google crate training....Show more
Coy Tapley: well you might want to get a get but not the cheapest because when he gets older! he can break it down!! that is good he barks to go outside to tell you he has to go to the bathroom email me!!
Hubert Jestes: He's not an Australian Cattle Dog, but either way he looks like he's a mix between a GSP and a Pit, he's got a pit head but GSP coloring. Either way, He's beautiful.
Giovanna Cramblit: If you aren't able to supervise him at certain times, crate train him.
Carolin Southers: Thanks for reading. Any answer will be greatly appreciated!!We have a 12 week old pup. Hes the smartest puppy iv ever had. He sits, shakes, drops, fetches, etc..but for whatever reason, will not do his business outside!!!!!!!!! Iv tried newspaper in the bathroom, and move it slowly to the back door and then outside. Iv tried puppy training pads with that scented stuff you drip on. Iv tried taking him outside during the day and evening every few hours, but nothing works. If hes been outside for a few hours, he will actually urinate inside the house as soon as I l! et him in. Like hes been holding it in just to do it inside. My husband! and daughter love to leave clothes on the floor, so he loves to pee and poop on them. Already iv thrown out so many clothes. Its getting to the point where ill find hidden poops around the house while cleaning, or we'll be walking and we'll slip on his pee. I cant live with it for much longer. Its really doing my head in. I love this dog to bits, but my husband says if hes not toilet trained soon he has to go. PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!...Show more
Ulysses Failey: The RIGHT greyhound would be an ideal choice for your granddad. The rescue groups are always getting greys returned to them, usually for reasons that are no fault of the dog's. That means, there's often dogs available for adoption who are a bit older, therefore calmer, and that might be just right for him.Greys are calm and very good natured. And despite what someone's tried to tell you, they have no trouble sitting or learning commands. However, since retrieving is not at all in a greyhound's genes, pickin! g things up off the floor would be something you'd really have to work at.You could do it though, my 10 year old's learning "search" and that's also not something greys do and he's loving it! My oldest was also a therapy dog and he loved visiting both kids and older people. And they totally enjoyed him because of his easy-going, loving personality. Also his size is good because you don't need to bend down to pet him.Let the rescue group know exactly what you want a grey for - they are wonderful at matching the right greyhound to the right home. With you coming over to exercise the dog with yours every day, a greyhound would be fine just being able to go out in the yard a few times the rest of the day.General care is easy - they're a healthy breed, but a lot of them do not have good teeth so dental care is vital. And of course, they can never be let off leash in an unfenced area. Other than that, they're a very, very easy dog to live with being calm and quiet in the ho! use, very clean (mine only get bathed twice a year), brushing them is n! eeded but very easy with that short coat. Put them on a good quality dog food and they're happy....Show more
Karl Jantzen: show him where to go to the bathroom outside, and whenever he goes inside tell him, bad dog, in a stern voice and bring him outside to where he is supposed to go.
Bruno Galasso: Definitely see GSP in him and he does have the ears of a Pittie, probably more than likely he's a GSP x Pit Mix. do not see cattle dog at all. he's gorgeous.
Tawny Grosskreutz: well rember that puppys are like kids .. they like to explore,run,hide,chew,make noises and sleep =Dwell just kianda squirt some water at him with a little bottle wont harm him or anything but will kainda give him a "scare" sensation and wont go back in without thinking it twice..i had tthe same problem and now my dog goes anywheres in my house, i know he outgrowd his "kid "phase...Show more
Scot Rotruck: greyhounds make lovely pets and loyal companions, but if you are getting an! ex racer they do have issues with smaller animals, such as cats, because of their training to chase the electric hare. He may find problems holding a dog this size back if he opens the front door and it sees a cat outside.
Neely Youngblut: i see a Pitbull x GSPThe head type is quite like the Pitbull Terrier but the coloring is obviously the GSP.I LOVE that bowtie.
Guy Bonamico: he is crate trained and wont go in their i walk him before work till he does his full bussiness then when i get home again till he does his full #2 business but if im cleaning or something hes off doing his thing in a random area of the house i refuse to just leave him in his crate when i am home thats just mean
Long Woltjer: I think a rescued greyhound is the perfect choice for your grandfather. All the rescued greyhounds I have met have been extremely calm, sweet, and friendly. And they are the perfect size. Tall enough for him to hang on to the collar, and he won't have to bend ! down to pet him. Great Idea!!
Donovan Stallons: I think it is a g! reat choice in dog for your grandfather. I have never owned one, but I have heard that they are couch potatoes, very loving and it sounds like you will provide the right amount of exercise. Good luck.
Keven Woodington: Every rescue greyhound I've met has been very sweet and calm. My vet's receptionist has 2, we've talked about them, she thinks they're wonderful dogs and she did say they are couch potatoes. A perfect companion for your granddad. Good luck.
Beau Starcevic: Youl really have to be on the ball with this one. Some dogs take longer than others to achieve complete bladder and bowel control. However the more commited to training you are the quicker it will happen. You need to take your dog out first thing in the morning (before you do anything else), last thing at night, after every meal, after every drink, everytime it wakes up, before and after playing. You also need to watch your pup and learn the signals it gives off prior to 'going'. Immediately sco! op them up and go outside. Praise the dog profusely when it performs. I appreciate that being in a maisonette might be difficult but not impossible. Taking a young pup for a long walk is not the answer either. A lot of young dogs take a little while to feel comfortable going anywhere other than on their own territory. In addition be careful not to change the food too much as this can upset their stomachs. Do not restrict their water. Continue to feed 4 meals a day at this age. Also try not to scold any accidents, if you do the chances are that the dog will either find more sheltered places to go or worse begin to eat their faeces. Lots of people recommend the crate option but basically if a dog has to go, it has to go. Would you want to have to clean a messy dog and messy bed each time? Personally I would only put down paper/pad for overnight and then leave it by the door. Good luck, with the right amount of effort and consistency from you it shouldn't take that long.
Marya Fehn: I don't know much about greyhounds, however they apparentl! y have problems sitting. Perhaps its only if they have been racing dogs. I friend of mine who has one says that its because they have big muscle in their back legs and regardless of racing they have a problem.Hong Hunkin: Looks like he could be an Aussie/Lab or an Aussie/Pitt.
Caleb Chapman: My pup is 6 months old and we just make sure he is always around us. We have a gate at the junction that leads into the back half of our house so he is always up in the front half, where there is no carpeting. Also, if it has been a while since he has gone to the bathroom, take him out for good measure. When we first got our dog we took him out every 30 to 45 minutes and that really minimized the accidents in our house.We had him potty trained after about one month, and haven't had any accidents for three months now....Show more
Randa Hessell: Get housetraining mats.Put them in one spot and keep it there for the puppy to do its buisness on until it knows where it ! is. Once it absolutely knows where to go to find the mat, day by day, move it closer and closer to the door going outside. Once it has no where else to go, move it outside. This will confuse the dog to the point that he will give you a signal (barks, whining) that he needs to do his buisness but the mat is outside so he can't. with in a few days you can rid of the mats. He will then no that outside is where he needs to be if he needs to pee!...Show more
Mayola Sylva: Looks like a German Shorthaired Pointer crossed with something with pointy ears.I don't see pit; the GSP face is much like that, though it's blurred by the other breed(s) genes.
