About Greyhounds

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  • Episode 48: Heart of Man–An Irish Greyhound Named Master McGrath

    Travel back in time to the 1800s as we visit Ireland and England. You’ll meet a little greyhound whose coursing trainer once thought him to be of no use and will discover why he became a revered native son, even to this day. This St. Patrick’s Day season, meet Master McGrath, one of the most legendary greyhounds of all.

    Apologies to our friends in Ireland for the brogue attempt.

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    • See images of Master McGrath, Lord Lurgen, James Galway, the monument and statue honoring Master McGrath, and more.
    • Explore Master McGrath’s pedigree.
    • Donate to help Greyhound Friends of New Jersey Help More Greyhounds to find loving homes.
    • Get your very own About Greyhounds podcast t-shirt and other gear; a portion of each sale is donated Greyhound Friends of New Jersey.
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      17 min
    • Episode 47: Greyhounds in Gettysburg®––The Largest Greyhound Gathering In the U.S.

      Taking place in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania April 26–29, 2018, Greyhounds in Gettysburg®, or GiG, as it’s affectionately called, is the largest greyhound gathering in the United States. In this episode, pull up a chair and listen in on a conversation with Toni Duchi, the Executive Director of GiG and President of Nittany Greyhounds. Toni shares all you need to know about the event, now in it’s 20th year. You’ll hear about vendors for an amazing greyhound shopping experience, educational seminars, social activities, and more! Thanks to the dedication of countless volunteers, GiG has become the largest greyhound reunion in the U.S., with more than 1,000 sighthounds and their people (from all over the world) arriving in historic Gettysburg.

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      • Visit the Greyhounds in Gettysburg website for the schedule of events, accommodation information (hotels, motels, camp grounds B&Bs), registration, vendors, and more.
      • You can find additional, dog-welcoming accommodations at BringFido.com.
      • Greyhounds in Gettysburg Facebook event page.
      • Greyhounds in Gettysburg Facebook community page.
      • Nittany Greyhounds website.
      • If you have questions about Greyhounds in Gettysburg, eMail Toni Duchi.
      • General George Custer fought at Gettysburg. He also loved greyhounds. Discover more about General Custer and his dogs when you listen to the About Greyhounds podcast episode titled An Officer and His Greyhounds: George Armstrong Custer.
      • Before traveling with your greyhound,  get travel safety tips who you listen to the About Greyhounds podcast episode titled Planes, Trains, and Automobiles–Traveling with Your Greyhound.
      • Donate to help Greyhound Friends of New Jersey Help More Greyhounds to find loving homes.
      • Get your very own About Greyhounds podcast t-shirt and other gear; a portion of each sale is donated Greyhound Friends of New Jersey.
      • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

        We’re not too proud to ask! Please consider giving us a 5-star review on iTunes. When you do, the podcast will get in front of more people who love greyhounds.

         

        51 min
      • Episode 46: Beware of Bloat in Your Greyhound

        When bloat occurs, a dog’s stomach literally twists. Big dogs, such as greyhounds, can be susceptible to this painful, and often fatal, condition. After listening to this episode, you’ll have a better understanding of what bloat is, theories as to what causes it, how to potentially identify it, how to help your dog to possibly avoid it, and treatment that may work should your greyhound be struck with it.

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        • Greyhound blood is different than all other dog blood. So much so that many test results read differently for greyhounds. They also need to be administered anesthesia at another dosage than all other dogs.  Print out this card and keep it in your wallet or scan it with your phone so you always have it with you. Show it to your veterinarian or any emergency veterinarian who may need to work on your greyhound.
        • Please consider donating to Greyhound Friends of New Jersey to help more greyhounds find the loving homes they deserve.
        • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

          Important note: Albert Cavallo and Jacqueline Howard are not medical professionals. Please seek medical advice and guidance specific to your greyhound from a licensed veterinarian. The information provided in this episode of the About Greyhounds podcast is strictly that: provided for informational purposes only.

          We’re not too proud to ask! Please consider giving us a 5-star review on iTunes. When you do, the podcast will get in front of more people who love greyhounds.

          12 min
        • Episode 45: The Laelaps Paradox

          Greyhounds are an ancient dog breed dating back thousands of years. We know they’re in modern literature. They can also be found in the mythology of antiquity.  Sit back and relax as the Greek myth of Laelaps, a greyhound who always caught what he preyed on, unfolds. You’ll also run into a controversy, of sorts, about the stars.

          Note that, if this episode were a movie, it would be rated PG-13.

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          • Photos related to the story of Laelaps.
          • Listen to Episode 15, The Surprising Backstories About Greyhound Constellations, Plus the Origin of the Dog Days of Summer
          • Listen to Episode 9, A Goddess, A Royal Greyhound, and Immortality.
          • Donate to help Greyhound Friends of New Jersey Help More Greyhounds to find loving homes.
          • Order BarkBox for your dog and they’ll donate $25 to Greyhound Friends of New Jersey when you use this special link.
          • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

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          • Episode 44: Demystifying NGA and AKC Greyhound Breed Standards

            The 142nd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show begins days after this episode drops. Many adopters of former racing greyhounds often wonder what the difference is between National Greyhound Association (NGA) greyhounds and American Kennel Club (AKC) show greyhounds. They’re surprised to learn that they’re the same breed. However, there are differences between NGA greyhounds and greyhounds who meet the AKC breed standards.

            In this episode discover what differentiates greyhounds meeting the AKC breed standard from NGA greyhounds.

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            • Donate to help Greyhound Friends of New Jersey help more former racing greyhounds get to where they need to be next: Home.
            • Discover your greyhound’s pedigree.
            • Side-by-side photo comparison of a greyhound that meets AKC breed standards and an NGA greyhound.
            • Meet Gia (GrandCru Gioconda), Best in Show at the 2016 National Dog Show. Here’s a stunning image of her.
            • NGA greyhound color chart.
            • AKC greyhound color chart.
            • AKC greyhound profile.
            • AKC greyhound breed standards.
            • Foreign (outside the USA) AKC registries.
            • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

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              19 min
            • Episode 43: Kids & Greyhounds––Training Both to Live Together (Part 2, 12 Dos)

              You often hear some dogs described as being “good with kids” or “kid friendly.” But there’s a flip side to this coin: any child living with or visiting a dog, including a greyhound, needs to be “good with dogs” or “dog friendly.”

              We’ve divided this episode into two parts. This is Part 2 of this 2-part episode: The “Dos.”

              In Part 1 (Episode 42), we shared the 12 “Don’ts” of kids and greyhounds. If you missed that episode, be sure to go back to give it a listen.

              Greyhounds and kids do mix quite well. In this and the previous episode, discover how to help keep both the kids that live with you and/or visit your home, AND your greyhound, safe.

               

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              • If you’ve been enjoying the About Greyhound podcast series, please consider making a donation to Greyhound Friends of New Jersey (GFNJ). GFNJ is dedicated to helping former racing greyhounds get to where they need to be: Home.
              • Listen the About Greyhounds podcast episode titled Uexpected Approaches to “Curing” Separation Anxiety within Days.
              • Watch the Linda Lyman Loop (slip knot) for leash walking video.
              • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

                We’re not too proud to ask! Please consider giving us a 5-star review on iTunes. When you do, the podcast will get in front of more people who love greyhounds.

                18 min
              • Episode 42: Kids & Greyhounds––Training Both to Live Together (Part 1, 12 Don’ts)

                You often hear some dogs described as being “good with kids” or “kid friendly.” But there’s a flip side to this coin: any child living with or visiting a dog, including a greyhound, needs to be “good with dogs” or “dog friendly.”

                We’ve divided this episode into two parts. In Part 1, which is this episode, you’ll hear the 12 “Don’ts” of kids and greyhounds. In Part 2, dropping next week, you’ll hear the “Dos.”

                Greyhounds and kids do mix quite well. In this and the next episode, discover how to help keep both the kids that live with you and/or visit your home, AND your greyhound, safe.

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                • If you’ve been enjoying the About Greyhound podcast series, please consider making a donation to Greyhound Friends of New Jersey (GFNJ). GFNJ is dedicated to helping former racing greyhounds get to where they need to be: Home.
                • Listen the About Greyhounds podcast episode titled Uexpected Approaches to “Curing” Separation Anxiety within Days.
                • Watch the Linda Lyman Loop (slip knot) for leash walking video.
                • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

                  We’re not too proud to ask! Please consider giving us a 5-star review on iTunes. When you do, the podcast will get in front of more people who love greyhounds.

                  28 min
                • Episode 41: Here Kitty, Kitty––Greyhounds & Cats Living in Harmony

                  Many people are surprised when they discover that there are greyhounds that live peaceful lives with cats. Some greyhounds and cats are even best friends. But make no mistake: for thousands of years, greyhounds have been and are skilled predators with several physical advantages, including their speed and precision. Introducing a greyhound to a cat should be done mindfully. The same goes for thereafter when greyhounds and cats live together. In this episode, you’ll hear how to properly do the introduction, along with the things you can do to help continue keeping pup and kitty safe.

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                  Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

                  If you’ve been enjoying the About Greyhound podcast series, please consider making a donation to Greyhound Friends of New Jersey (GFNJ). GFNJ is dedicated to helping former racing greyhounds get to where they need to be: Home.

                  We’re not too proud to ask! Please consider giving us a 5-star review on iTunes. When you do, the podcast will get in front of more people who love greyhounds.

                  25 min
                • Episode 40: ‘Sup with Corns & Greyhounds

                  Corns are only found in sighthounds, including greyhounds. Not every greyhound gets them, but when they do, they’re extremely painful. And treating them can be hit or miss. In this episode, we sit down with Patty Comerford to get the skinny on theories as to what corns are, how to detect them, and a myriad of treatments that may put the bounce back in your greyhound’s step.

                   

                   

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                  • If you’ve been enjoying this podcast series, please consider making a donation to Greyhound Friends of New Jersey (GFNJ). Since 1986, GFNJ is a non-profit organization dedicated for helping former racing greyhounds get to where they need to be when they retire: Home.
                  • Print out this card and give it to your veterinarian. It explains what makes greyhound blood and their lab results different as compared to the blood of all other dog breeds.
                  • Check out TheraPaws when you need to give your greyhound relief from corns.
                  • Converse with other who are experiencing greyhounds with corns in this Facebook community dedicated to the subject.
                  • Check out and talk to your veterinarian about Kerasolv and Murray Avenue cream.
                  • Photo of a greyhound’s paw pads with a corn.
                  • Video of a veterinarian hulling a corn from a greyhound’s paw pad. Note that your veterinarian or related medical professional should perform this procedure.
                  • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

                    Important note: Patty Comerford and Jacqueline Howard are not medical professionals. Please seek medical advice and guidance specific to your greyhound from a licensed veterinarian. The information provided in this episode of the About Greyhounds podcast is strictly that: provided for informational purposes only.

                    We’re not too proud to ask! Please consider giving us a 5-star review on iTunes. When you do, the podcast will get in front of more people who love greyhounds.

                    23 min
                  • Episode 39: Art, Courtesy of Your Greyhound–A Conversation with Artist Nicole Peters

                    We all do it. That is, cleaning our dogs’ nose prints and smudges from our windows, mirrors, and other glass surfaces. Many people refer to this as their dogs’ “nose art.” In this episode, we speak with Missouri artist Nicole Peters. She created a unique way to capture this nose art that is not only stunning, but also a way to keep your greyhound’s art with you forever––even after you’ve taken out the glass cleaner.

                    Commissioning Nicole’s “Dog Knose Art” is surprisingly affordable. In this episode, we have a conversation with her about her technique and the greyhounds she fosters for Greyhound Pet Adoption in Springfield, Missouri.

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                    • Discover and order your very own piece of “Dog Knose Art.” Use code GFNJ25 at checkout and Nicole will donate 25% of your purchase price to help Greyhound Friends of New Jersey get more greyhounds to loving homes.
                    • Be amazed when you view Nicole’s “Dog Knose Art” on her Facebook and Instagram  feeds.
                    • Learn more about Greyhound Pet Adoption in Springfield Missouri.
                    • Help Greyhound Friends of New Jersey with your donation to help get more greyhounds where they need to be: Home.
                    • Here’s access to all About Greyhounds podcast episodes, sorted by category.

                      We’re not too proud to ask! Please consider giving us a 5-star review on iTunes. When you do, the podcast will get in front of more people who love greyhounds.

                      27 min

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                    The only podcast series that discusses everything about former racing greyhounds.