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Caught on camera: this lardy bus driver argues with a group of young people. He finally flips and takes his frustrations out on a 10-year-old.

Fight on SF Muni Bus in Chinatown FT. BOOM BOOM POW! 3six mafia- Its a Fight!

Well we have a sudden change in the weather here in East Anglia.  A walk along the seafront with the dogs is no longer accompanied by a balmy breeze.  We have a very cold wind instead.  Of our two Greyhounds, Slinky is the one that feels the cold.  It'a pitiful sight to see him shivering and hunched up.

We recently bought some fleecy lined greyhound coats and these have been greeted most positively by the boys.  They actually get excited when we get them out of the car.  last weekend we attended the Kerry Greyhound Connection sponsored walk and were raising funds with collection boxes.  The regulations state you mustn't rattle the box or move about.  The result was we, unlike the dogs, were chilled to the marrow by the time we'd finished.  It was good thought as the collective efforts raised a tidy sum for Greyhound rescue.  The dogs were quite cosy in their new coats and reminded me to get a new one for myself!

With the onset of Pingu's blindness, we were not certain if we should attend but he seemed quite happy, so we're glad we did.

We finally moved home, it took a year but we got there in the end!  Our Greyhounds looked very worried about all the packing going on around them.  They could see all the familiar household items vanishing into boxes.

A friend who fosters Greyhounds took them for the day of the move, and we collected them in the late afternoon.  We had a bit of a last minute panic on discovering that the annual Cromer Carnival firework display was that very evening!  Now, our Slinky is reduced to a quivering wreck by loud bangs and it's known these are very loud.  As a result, in spite of being totally exhausted by the move, we had no option but to go out for the evening.  We stayed in the restaurant until our eyes were closing and, finally drove home and collapsed into bed.

The next morning the dogs were like a couple of small children.  They seem to love the new garden, although they are under strict supervision at the moment as we're having new fencing erected.  The garden is dog proof, but they find any freshly dug soil irresistible and will dig craters if given the chance!

It's now a week since the move and boxes abound!  We'll get sorted out eventually and the dogs are happier than ever.

Few Non-Greyhound owners appreciate just how comical Greyhounds are as pets, so I decided to start publishing some of our pictures of Greyhounds.

The single most endearing habit is what has become known as "Roaching".  Now, I am aware thet many dogs do this - they lie on their backs with their legs in the air.

The vanishing head trick performed whilst roaching. Don't try this one at home!

The big difference is that Greyhounds have turned it into a performance art!  You look across the room and think how cute your dog looks.  Two minutes later it's in a different pose, and so it goes on.

The Geyhounds body is more flexible than most other dogs and so lends itself to the contortions that Greys achieve.  They are able to bend their heads sideways and back to a quite alarming degree.

Turn that light off!

There is an unwitting comedy element to a lot of their posturings that rarely fails to entertain.  It seems that whenever you look at them, there'a chance of a good laugh.

Perhaps this article helps you to understand why Greyhound owners are so in love with the breed.  They are very different from other dogs in many ways.  As I've said elsewhere on this site, the physical characteristics of Greyhounds are unique to the breed: thinner skin and coat, a higher proportion of red blood cells and lighter bones.

There is also a certain aloofness that seems to make their antics all the funnier and also somehow makes you feel really honoured when they select you to give them a cuddle.  That's not to say they're not loving pets, they love affection, and undoubtedly have a need for it.  They do, however like to choose the when and where!

I'm not moving now, this took hours to perfect!

Once they've achieved what they perceive to be an elegant roach position, they like to try all variations of the pose before joining you on the sofa to put their head in your lap and receive the praise they deserve!

Stories are beginning to appear that indicate the pet world is feeling the pinch. Pets of all kinds are being abandoned by owners no longer able to afford them. Whatever you might think of people who abandon their pets, the fact remains that sometimes when faced with the stark choice of feeding their children or their pets, the children win every time.

Dumping a dog is an appalling act that cannot be condoned, but the fact is, it happens, so the best thing is to deal with the consequences rather than wasting our energies wringing our hands trying to stop the unstoppable.

Now more than ever, your local Greyhound, or any other, rescue centre needs support. Whether in the form of money or time, any help would be gratefully received. My local centre Kerry Greyhound Connection relies on donations and we do what we can to help them raise funds, but more is always needed.  Hint, there's a handy PayPal button on their site.

As more dogs are abandoned, so more foster homes are needed. Why not contact your local rescue centre today? You're assured of a warm welcome!

The Greyhound's Skin

Many don't know that the Greyhound has a thin skin in comparison with other breeds of dog.  The lack of a thick fur means that these lovely pets are more vulnerable to injury.  This in turn, leads to vet bills that can be onerous for the uninsured Greyhound owner.

Obviousely, the answer is to ensure that you have your dog has the right cover so these distressing injuries don't hurt your wallet any more than necessary.

Vet fees are high nowadays and insurance isn't cheap, it's downright irresponsible however, to ever consider owning any pet without it being insured.  Remaining uninsured can lead to illnesses and injuries going unattended which is cruel in the extreme.  So please do the right thing, if not insured, please do it now.

Any Greyhound owner knows that the breed is very different from other dogs. Their fur is thinner, their blood is different from other breeds and even their heart is larger. They are also, of course, a lot faster than other dogs!

Special dogs have special needs and so it is with "Grey's". They feel the cold and therefore should always have a special Greyhound coat on in cold weather.

Many people don't realise the serious risk of heatstroke in strong sunshine. There are reflective coats available which can make summertime a lot safer and more comfortable for your Greyhound.

Collars are another issue, in view of the difference in the construction of a Greyhounds neck and head.  You should always invest in a wide Greyhound collar of soft, but strong, material.  A martingale type is to be preferred.

Do have a look at the selection available from our Greyhound Shop. We hope you find what you're looking for.

Never forget, Greyhounds feel the extremes of temperature and weather. Choose a suitable Greyhound Coat for your pet. Also, a proper collar is essential for your dogs comfort and safety. We hope you find the item you need here.

Check out the Martingale Greyhound collars, they're ideal for a Greyhound. They overcome the danger of your "Grey" slipping backwards out of its collar.

Those chilly days are a major discomfort to a Grey. Keep them snug with a Greyhound Sweater, there's quite a selection available.  For chilly nights, we've even got Greyhound pajamas.

All of the goods above are available from our Greyhound Shop.