Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies

by Lee Livingood

"The next best thing to having an experienced Greyhound owner living with you." --Joan Belle Isle, President, Greyhound Project "Anyone who reads this book and follows its guidance will have a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0013L8AMK
• ISBN13: 9780764552762
• Release Date: October 2000
• Publisher: For Dummies
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.3" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Race to Buy This One

My wife and I read this book before we adopted our ex-racer. The book greatly helped us in preparing for our new best friend: it describes the Greyhound history, basic characteristics, how to prepare your home (and yourself), proper foods, and much more. Thanks to this book, we saved ourselves many hours (and dollars) in preparing ourselves and our house for our Greyhound. But the book proved even more valuable after we adopted our hound. After a second reading, we understood much better what to do in addressing some minor problems and behaviors. If you are thinking about adopting an ex-racer, first read Chapter 3: Determining Whether Adopting a Retired Racing Greyhound is Right for You. You'll be able to tell after this chapter if the Greyhound fits your lifestyle. If the answer is yes, buy the book immediately. It will become the most valuable source of information about your new best friend you'll have at your disposal. Then enjoy your new pal. You're in for loads of fun. 242 pages

Not just for dummies

Like most greyhound adopters, I had to read "THE BOOK": Cynthia Branigan's book on greyhound adoption as part of the screening/adoption process. This book is almost as essential for newbies to the greyhound world. Despite Lee Livingood's credentials in the greyhound adoption community, I didn't expect much from this book because it was, after all, for "dummies." I was happily surprised to find that it is a wonderful complement to Branigan. I bought two copies; one to keep at home right next to "THE BOOK" and one to give to the local humane society's library. Anyone who wishes to learn more about these special dogs, or who wants to be owned by one, should have this book.

The Best Greyhound Book Out There!

As an owner of a retired racing greyhound, I have read several books on the subject and spent endless hours surfing the web for information. This book contains everything you need to know to properly care for and train a greyhound. Although it seems to sugar coat the life of a racing hound, it does a wonderful job of describing the needs and idiosyncrasies of this gentle breed. I highly recommend it to any prospective adopter.

A Greyt Read

I have two retired racers and have voraciously read many books and articles on the topic; this is definitely the best. It's comprehensive, informative, and very interesting. No Greyhound owner should be without it!

Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies

This is the best greyhound book for owners/prospective adopters I've seen, and I've collected them all. Beautiful photos, easy-to-read information. Vast topics not seen elsewhere, and help for specific problems like separation anxiety. Great advice for families with young children. Add this to your greyhound library - a must!