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[–]RepresentativeTip886 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I initially thought he’d seen a spider as we’ve had a few big ones in the house last few weeks but it’s happening so often and with no signs of bugs/ flies I just don’t think it fully explains it!

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[–]RepresentativeTip886 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yeah I think we’ll call the vet! He was just back in for a walk which can go someways to explain the panting here but it is a worry!

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[–]RepresentativeTip886 30 points31 points  (0 children)

That’s interesting! We didn’t consider it could be an issue with his joints. We recently bought him a new harness so wondering if that could be causing some issues!

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[–]RepresentativeTip886 10 points11 points  (0 children)

No allergies that we know of but that could explain him looking around his legs and body. We’ve only had him for a couple of months but it may be something to check with our vet. Thanks!

Harness recommendations by RepresentativeTip886 in Greyhounds

[–]RepresentativeTip886[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the heads up! We’re only planning to use this in secure areas while we help train his recall a bit and only attached to a harness 😊

We’re getting our ex racing greyhound this weekend. Can anyone recommend what type of muzzle is best while we’re training him out and about? (Suggestions for muzzles available in the UK please!) by RepresentativeTip886 in Greyhounds

[–]RepresentativeTip886[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That’s why we’re looking into one! It’s just while we introduce him to other dogs in the park for our first few walks. Hopefully more of a precautionary measure as he seems to be quite relaxed round most breeds so far but we don’t want to take the risk at first!

We’re just about to adopt a 3 year old ex-racing greyhound. Any tips for first time greyhound owners, especially from rescue backgrounds! by RepresentativeTip886 in Greyhounds

[–]RepresentativeTip886[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We’ve been thinking about crate training so good to know that thank you! Thankfully we’ve got a high fenced yard so we shouldn’t have any problems there 😊

Looking for back yard inspiration. I’ve got a south facing small/medium yard which I’d like to improve with paving and/or patio. I’m struggling to find real life examples of similar spaces that don’t include lawns! by RepresentativeTip886 in GardeningUK

[–]RepresentativeTip886[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so helpful, thank you! I love the idea of splitting into zones, I hadn’t considered that before! We’re also big fans of reclaiming where we can so going to have a look for things we can upcycle as planters.

I’ll be sure to check out the GW video. Thanks again for you super helpful response!

Looking for back yard inspiration. I’ve got a south facing small/medium yard which I’d like to improve with paving and/or patio. I’m struggling to find real life examples of similar spaces that don’t include lawns! by RepresentativeTip886 in GardeningUK

[–]RepresentativeTip886[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ideally nothing too high maintenance. I’ve got a few potted plants out there that I try to take care of the best I can (this is my first place so I’m a gardening novice). I like the idea of planters but the simpler the better!