A decade ago, I would have laughed at the thought of needing to buy pajamas for a dog. Greyhounds actually need them because of their reduced body fat. Bella enjoys getting dressed and spins in circles when she sees me pull her jammies out of the closet. Apparently, getting dressed is extremely exhausting.
Category: Retired Racing Queen
Life with a retired racing greyhound.
Greyhound indifference.
I've seen Bella sleep with a book on her head. When it's nap time, very little deters her.
Signs of life.
We must have left this ball outside last night. It had been in the mouth of a dog, carried like a trophy. Understandably, it was dropped when a certain, very special human arrived last night to retrieve their most beloved canine family member. Instead of feeling shame at my unkempt yard, this bright little orb … Continue reading Signs of life.
I really do wish I knew what she was thinking.
Sunny girl.
Much like a cat, Bella loves the sun and glares at me when I tell her it's time to come in.
Contentment.
Small bed.
Clearly, she fits, or she has decided she does. Further proof that greyhounds are cats in dog bodies.
For me?
He's eating a chocolate croissant and reading a book. Obviously, Bella believes if she stares hard enough the crumbs he drops will be from her powers alone.
This is what tired looks like.
Bella grew up with other greyhounds and she is the happiest around other dogs. She adores us, which is evident by her chatters when we come home, but the presence of another canine is like electricity for her. We've been caring for a puppy and Bella is exhausted, but she is unbelievably content.
Paper thin.
Greyhounds aren't like any other breed I've cared for or owned. There are hilarious shirts about 45 mile per hour couch potatoes and purses with silly greyhound outlines. At the dog park, people will come up and ask me what breed she is, because it can be rare to see one. Even working at a … Continue reading Paper thin.
Beka Tucker 