PAD of our Foster Friend, a Rescued Greyhound Photo Gallery by Dan Kehlenbach at pbase.com

PAD of our Foster Friend, a Rescued Greyhound

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For two weeks, my wife and I fostered a rescued greyhound. He is a three year old brindle and we got him on Saturday December 2, after he had endured a long truck ride from Melbourne, Florida. Needless to say, since he was right off the racetrack he has no idea what life is like in a home. We had to gradually introduce him to the many things that he is not used to. Racing greyhounds are used to spending nearly all of their day in a kennel – taken out to run on the track, relieve themselves and eat. Once adjusted to home life, however, they become loyal, loving companions and they truly realize that they have been rescued.

I have put together a PAD (Photos-a-day) project on him for 14 days to share our experiences.

After the two weeks he will be with his new family. Until then, we gave him lots of love and encouragement and welcome him with open arms.

Please vote to help encourage awareness for these truly wonderful companions.

Day 1-Just so sleepy	Day 1-Getting to know you	Day 2-Aren't I cute?	Day 2-Kong!!	Day 2-My new world..
Day 2-Yum!	Day 2-Afternoon nap	Day 3-Puppy eyes	Day 3-Soak up some sun	Day 3-Mmmmmm!
Day 3-What's cooking?	Day 4-Toy #1: My bone	Day 4-Toy #2: My fish	Day 4-Toy #3: An old shirt!	Day 4-Wegman-like!
Day 5-Lying around	Day 5-Legs crossed	Day 6-Making a fast friend	Day 6-The "grinch"hound!	Day 6-Pillows are nice!
Day 6-Handsome boy	Day 7-"I'll pull the sleigh!!"	Day 7-Santa's little helper	Day 7-Resting from all this work!	Day 8-What a look!
Day 8-All smiles	Day 8-My new toy!	Day 8-Out for a walk	Day 9-Puppy eyes!	Day 9-A moment together
Day 9-It's Play time!	Day 9-Built for speed	Day 10-A new friend	Day 10-My new toy!	Day 10-Holiday hound
Day 10-Thirsty	Day 11-Hippo friend	Day 11-Shadow	Day 11-Checking out the neighborhood	Day 12-Cool dog
Day 12-Fun hat!	Day 12-Nap time	Day 12-My old race gear	Day 13-My friend	Day 13-So sleepy
Day 13-Can I lick the spoon?	Day 13-We don't need a tag on my toy!	Day 14-Art of the Greyhound	Day 14-My comfy bed	Day 14-Itch!!
Day 15-Off to see his new family	Day 15-So long, my friend. Thanks.

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Beth Urtz		04-Jan-2011 22:35
Wonderful work Dan and LuAnn. It is so easy to get attached. You have given him a new lease on life and a great head start with his new family. Love you guys - Aunt Beth

Patricia Cannaerts		28-Jan-2008 17:11
i'm very glad to see people like you did this fantastic work ! congr !

Guest		27-Dec-2006 20:37
WOW!! You guys have done a terrific job in transitioning him from a life of work to a life of fun. I know how hard this was for you - but you opened not only your home but your hearts - you let him in and gave him lots of love and reassurance. Your pictures are such a fantastic documentary of your journey and time together with him, and we can just feel the love you shared and the trust he developed. What a wonderful gift to his new family. Be proud - you two are an awesome couple!! Love - Dad and Mare

Guest		13-Dec-2006 02:50
Colonial Greyhound Adoption is so appreciative for the wonderful foster home you have provided to Our Cuss N Go for us. His new family is very excited about having him come home this Sat. We can not do what we do without the help of wonderful volunteers like you. You have gotten him off to a great start! Thank you for caring for him and caring about him. He will not forget you. Susan Arruda, Placement Coordinator.

Toots		09-Dec-2006 04:19
He is such a ham...I think he gets that from me! You are doing such a good job! I can see spirit in his eyes now. Love you...M

Leighton and Nan		07-Dec-2006 17:57
Hi guys - We are so proud of you for undertaking this culturizing of this beautiful animal. Thank you for sharing this with all of us.

frommnik		07-Dec-2006 04:08
Greyhounds are lovely dogs, aren't they? Good for you for fostering him during this transition. Have you had any troubles? I've heard of people putting masking tape on windows at the dog's eye level--many have never lived indoors and would charge right through the glass otherwise.

Guest		07-Dec-2006 02:07
Too often we are enveloped with a sea of greyhounds here at the Melbourne Greyhound track. We rarely have time to stop and smell the roses. You have offered us that "smell of the rose" by your loving care of "Our Cuss N Go" and we thank you. He represents the 5,000th greyhound we have transitioned into adoption, from this track in the last 10 years. Having a minimally fractured hock makes him special. Fostering him and loving him and taking all those pictures makes you special to us. Thank you!! Dennis Tyler GPA Central Florida

Guest		07-Dec-2006 01:44
Wonderful photos; my favorite is the nap-snuggle. Has he seen a mirror yet? Leslie

Guest		04-Dec-2006 11:40
Don't get too attached. As you know I only took a foster child one time. They grap your heart quickly. Love you MOM

Guest		03-Dec-2006 22:17
I am soooo proud of the two of you for opening your door and hearts to this liitle one...only to say good bye! He is so blessed to have you. M

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