I adopted a racing greyhound. Here's how that went.

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  • @ShirleyMooney-f6p
    @ShirleyMooney-f6p 8 місяців тому +140

    I love greyhounds they are so gentle and sweet moore people should adopt them they are fantastic dogs please adopt and don't buy they are crying out for homes

    • @jeanf8998
      @jeanf8998 2 місяці тому +4

      ❤be sure you can give them the exercise they need.

    • @tc98826
      @tc98826 Місяць тому +1

      @@katmandu3108 theyre sprinters not endurance athletes lol. Different type of energy.

  • @KG-gn8zj
    @KG-gn8zj 8 місяців тому +91

    Totally TOTALLY precious!! (Georgia, your daughter, their relationship, the story, the video -- all of it!) And that water is amazing! So clear, so inviting. Wow. Beautiful, lovely sweet story

  • @MrJockelito
    @MrJockelito 11 місяців тому +797

    The daughter reading stories to the dog is the most heartwarming thing I have seen in years. 🙏

    • @4Mr.Crowley2
      @4Mr.Crowley2 9 місяців тому +31

      Seriously - the “singing” also was just incredibly touching! Love seeing her singing the song of her people with such joy!

    • @windycityliz7711
      @windycityliz7711 8 місяців тому +16

      There were tears here.

    • @NigelRudyard
      @NigelRudyard 8 місяців тому +11

      Absolutely adorable.

    • @DatsWhatHeSaid
      @DatsWhatHeSaid 6 місяців тому +11

      Her _five-year-old daughter!!_
      It didn't even sound like clunky or slow reading, like I'd expect from a 5y/o, IF she can read already at all, at that age!
      Parenting done right.

    • @alphabravo8703
      @alphabravo8703 6 місяців тому +2

      yup

  • @jerryabrowne
    @jerryabrowne 9 місяців тому +89

    In 1990 I adopted a greyhound. His racing name was Kinda Kiki, I just called him Kiki.
    I never thought I could feel love the way I felt for that dog.
    I could snap my fingers and it was like he knew what I was thinking. I couldn't have gotten a more perfect match. Nobody realizes how wonderful these dogs really are.
    He died in 2000, I miss him so much my heart still aches.
    Kiki, I miss you, thank you for being my friend. 😇

  • @sbffsbrarbrr
    @sbffsbrarbrr Рік тому +1187

    Thank you for saving Georgia. What a wonderful lesson in compassion for your daughter.

    • @karijordan4930
      @karijordan4930 Рік тому +38

      I couldn't have said it better! Children desperately need that lesson if we want a brighter future for all of us!

    • @carlmullerlane
      @carlmullerlane Рік тому +18

      Agree 1000%! I believe every would-be parent should own a dog first. And every child should be blessed with the unconditional love that growing up with a dog typically provides. Having them in our lives teaches us so much! 💯👍
      From how to be a “good” parent by parenting your fur-baby first to laying the foundations of emotional intelligence in your human children through the development of empathy, kindness & taking responsibility for the well-being of what will very likely become one of the most loving relationships you & them will ever experience (aside from each other hopefully). 🐶♥️

    • @momtoty
      @momtoty 2 місяці тому

      @sbffsbrarbrr She wasn't saved from anything. She was retired and adopted. Racing greyhounds are never in any danger to be saved.

    • @nomadiavan6560
      @nomadiavan6560 Місяць тому

      @@momtoty What if they're not adopted?

    • @momtoty
      @momtoty Місяць тому

      @@nomadiavan6560 All retired greyhounds get good homes. A lot of the owners take their greyhounds home to be family pets. Other greyhounds go to adoption groups and foster homes until they are adopted. No greyhound is ever left behind.

  • @TheRightONe-et3gh
    @TheRightONe-et3gh 11 місяців тому +196

    My greyhound died last April. They are fantastic companions. Considering what they went through they can turn around so quickly. Yes they are the perfect dogs for a young girl. They are beautiful, smart, super clear, fun. Watching them run free is really awesome. I still tear up looking at my greyhound pictures. But I know I gave him a great life.

    • @punkinhead6983
      @punkinhead6983 10 місяців тому +10

      Ours has passed too - she was a rescue here in Oregon USA. They shut down racing in the last state, Florida, I believe. She was the same coloration as Georgie! She was so loved by us, and our two cats (she was tested as cat friendly). I too tear up when I see them, but kind of in a good way. Just seeing them be free and happy is fantastic!

    • @njsmkmmsthatsit3518
      @njsmkmmsthatsit3518 4 місяці тому +4

      I don’t think most people know for sure what happens to most racing dogs, while they are racing. Everyone just assumes it is a traumatising experience for every one of them, but would it surprise you to know that racing can actually be done humanely. Yes the dogs do actually love running, they love any form of it including chasing the lure in races. There are far too many greyhounds bred, but just like any industry when you are trying to breed champions of any description, be it show dogs, agility dogs, sheep dogs, you name it there are too many bred to get to that one champion. Because greyhounds only race for a relatively short time, even if they are champions. They might only race for 2, 3, 4 years tops. The problem is most of them live 15 years and some many more years than that. We have had a few greyhounds in our time. One we had lived for 18 years. She had apparently been a brood bitch and had litter after litter. Unfortunately she ended up with Osteosarcoma in her hip otherwise she might have lived far longer than that. She was the most easy going, confident dog we had ever had. We have only ever had rescue dogs, or dogs other people didn’t want anymore. We have certainly had our fair share of shut down, truely traumatised dogs but Mumma wasn’t one of them. Apparently she had raced herself and then had who knows how many litters. She showed no signs of trauma at all. I don’t agree with greyhound racing at all, I don’t agree with horse racing,trotting or pacing either. In my opinion horse racing is a far more cruel than greyhound racing. Far more human intervention in horse racing. If I had my way all forms of animal exploitation would be shut down. However that isn’t realistic….

  • @keithwald5349
    @keithwald5349 Рік тому +976

    Years ago I adopted a couple of rescue greyhounds. And I suppose because they are raised away from a human home environment, they are initially quite disoriented, not understanding much of their new surroundings. Coming into my house, the first thing that made them cower was the ceiling fans - _not_ spinning mind you - just the presence of these _things_ on the ceiling. It took quite a few months of patience and constant reassurance, but eventually they came out of their shell to be very loving dogs. The one thing they never got over was the July 4th fireworks noise every year. I always stayed with them, lying next to them, in contact, trying to make them feel secure while they were shaking in fear until it was over. They were a couple of sweet boys and I still miss them.

    • @LK-vy7jh
      @LK-vy7jh Рік тому +57

      I had the same with one of my rescue greyhounds, she was absolutely terrified of loud bangs and it was because she'd seen some kennel mates shot when they'd ceased to be useful 😢

    • @jaray2555
      @jaray2555 Рік тому +37

      My dog also absolutely hates fireworks. I got so mad this year because the neighborhood parties went on for days. She just cowers and shakes the whole time and there is no way to get away from it. I was ready to call the city and ask isn’t there some sort of ordinance or something about fireworks. Like how many days are they allowed to set them off.

    • @craigandrews7544
      @craigandrews7544 11 місяців тому +36

      Most dogs, regardless of breed, are afraid of fireworks 🤷‍♂️

    • @mikeschillinger4427
      @mikeschillinger4427 11 місяців тому +16

      ​@@craigandrews7544
      I have 2 rescue rat terriers. Neither of them have ever been around a rifle yet both hate fireworks and still run and hide if I get my pellet rifle out to clean it.
      I guess being hunting dogs they instinctively know what a rifle looks liķe.

    • @HarryFromTheNorthSide
      @HarryFromTheNorthSide 10 місяців тому +2

      ❤❤

  • @FlexibleFlyer50
    @FlexibleFlyer50 10 місяців тому +153

    We're glad you rescued Georgia. We've had 39 rescue dogs during our marriage----all dogs no one wanted. The dogs all came with baggage----abuse, hunger, illness, etc. Have patience. Give love.

    • @genitagray6126
      @genitagray6126 8 місяців тому +9

      We rescued a Pitt that was just skin over bones, over two years ago. It’s taken him this long to learn how to be a dog & he’s still learning. He used to be food aggressive but now he can stand beside his sister & wait patiently for his share. It takes love & patience but he’s the most loving & sweet dog.

    • @FlexibleFlyer50
      @FlexibleFlyer50 8 місяців тому

      @@genitagray6126 A heartwarming post!

    • @shiftygirl6434
      @shiftygirl6434 6 місяців тому +4

      That's amazing ❤

    • @Nopeyou800
      @Nopeyou800 6 місяців тому

      @@genitagray6126thank you for being their savior and giving them love.❤

  • @JimmiAlli
    @JimmiAlli Рік тому +487

    A greyhound running at speed is a majestic sight. ❤

    • @punkinhead6983
      @punkinhead6983 10 місяців тому +19

      Isn't it though? We were gobsmacked the first time we saw our girl Sugar running. And running with joy!

    • @irinawarning4482
      @irinawarning4482 7 місяців тому +18

      They like to run, not race

    • @andreal9238
      @andreal9238 6 місяців тому +11

      And running just because she wanted to is even better!!! ❤❤❤

    • @DeliverMeFromEvil-
      @DeliverMeFromEvil- 6 місяців тому +2

      Like God ment for them to do....

    • @Arthur.in.the.Fridge
      @Arthur.in.the.Fridge 5 місяців тому +7

      A lot faster looking in real life. Incredible speed.

  • @auntielisa
    @auntielisa 8 місяців тому +333

    "She loves children" because your daughter, with her beautiful soul, taught her how.

  • @ItsJustLisa
    @ItsJustLisa Рік тому +289

    My former principal had greyhounds. He used to call the “the world’s fastest couch potatoes”. His dogs were big babies.

    • @punkinhead6983
      @punkinhead6983 10 місяців тому +10

      Exactly! We were amazed when our vet told us that. Doing the "cockroach" is hilarious too! It's when they fall asleep on their backs with their legs up. They have a goofy personality that we loved so much!

    • @emlynn1004
      @emlynn1004 8 місяців тому +8

      Giving a greyhound a chance to just be a couch potato is an incredibly wonderful thing a person can do, IMO.

    • @bonniewatson178
      @bonniewatson178 8 місяців тому +3

      ❤😂

    • @interdimensionalsteve8172
      @interdimensionalsteve8172 3 місяці тому +5

      Same with most sighthounds. I've got a Saluki mix, and she's the same. Give her a field to run in, and she'll go full-out for 15 minutes (loves being chased), then come home and hit the couch and sleep all day.

  • @bubbybearist
    @bubbybearist 9 місяців тому +113

    Thank-you for adopting this wonderful dog. Thanks for letting people know how abused they really are.

    • @ThorOdinson-s8m
      @ThorOdinson-s8m 7 місяців тому

      99.99% of humans have zero business owning any animal.

    • @momtoty
      @momtoty 2 місяці тому +1

      @bubbybearist Greyhounds are not abused. They get the best care every day and plenty of love. Where have you ever seen abused racing greyhounds? Abused greyhounds can't race and isn't that what they're supposed to be doing? It's impossible to abuse a greyhound and expect him to race his best. Common sense work. Use it.

  • @gamtngirl3655
    @gamtngirl3655 Рік тому +52

    Brought tears to my eyes.

  • @simsinmysleep1637
    @simsinmysleep1637 4 місяці тому +62

    The gentleness of that little girl’s touch is so beautiful, like she puts all the love in her soul into that soft touch. I can see why she’s the dog’s favorite person!

    • @ChiTownAnnie
      @ChiTownAnnie 4 місяці тому +3

      Yes, and how he looks at her melted my heart.

    • @macareuxmoine
      @macareuxmoine Місяць тому +1

      Thought so too: makes complete sense that a dog with that backstory should seek out the love of a little girl ❤

  • @maggie6479
    @maggie6479 Рік тому +648

    We need more animal activists. Hooray for your daughter!!

    • @kimcutberth
      @kimcutberth 11 місяців тому +2

      ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @wika1117
      @wika1117 11 місяців тому +2

      Hooray for the whole family !!

    • @garethwhelan5610
      @garethwhelan5610 10 місяців тому +3

      No we don't they are a pain in the arse let people live how they want... greyhounds are treated amazingly well

    • @mayhummel
      @mayhummel 10 місяців тому +2

      @@garethwhelan5610if you think dogs are pain in the asses then don’t have one… but your low opinion of dogs doesn’t excuse the abuse the dog racing industry puts on these greyhounds. They are intelligent living animals and deserve to be protected.

    • @mayhummel
      @mayhummel 10 місяців тому

      @@garethwhelan5610and if you don’t think they get abused then there are several articles you can read on google.

  • @venom7774
    @venom7774 3 місяці тому +56

    Your daughter reading to the pup brought tears to my eyes. What a lovely little girl. And a most blessed pup. Good job momma ❤

  • @LK-vy7jh
    @LK-vy7jh Рік тому +305

    I rescued two racing greyhounds over the years, a 3 year old and a 10 year old, both had different personalities and both were wonderful dogs, they make exceptional pets after the hardships of the racing world and are utterly beautiful.

    • @kathleenredick275
      @kathleenredick275 8 місяців тому +7

      An elderly couple I knew adopted a greyhound. The wife called the dog a "40 mph couch potato". 😅

    • @LK-vy7jh
      @LK-vy7jh 8 місяців тому +4

      @@kathleenredick275 that's spot on 😅

    • @helenhallwood3580
      @helenhallwood3580 7 місяців тому +3

      I had one, ideal dogs for older people. People think they need so much exercise but they dont

    • @danielbeard9567
      @danielbeard9567 3 місяці тому +1

      You adopted two greyhounds, you did not rescue two greyhounds.

    • @paulazemeckis7835
      @paulazemeckis7835 2 місяці тому +2

      Every adoption of a homeless animal is a rescue.

  • @frightbat208
    @frightbat208 2 місяці тому +46

    Greyhounds and whippets are the best family dogs. They love to have a bit of a run, but also love sleeping on the couch, bed, whatever snuggly space you have. They are quite and sensitive. They are not “barky” dogs. They are quite affectionate. If you want a dog like this, I highly recommend a rescue greyhound. Also, they make GREAT mental health/ wellbeing dog. I’ve seen them very happy in libraries in schools and universities. They are a cross between a cat and a dog. Soulful.

  • @mjvphx
    @mjvphx Рік тому +187

    I have my retired Greyhound since he was 3. He just turned 12 and he's slowing down but still loves his ball and zoomies. Greyhounds make wonderful companions and are such magnificent beings.

  • @schrodingerscat8621
    @schrodingerscat8621 11 місяців тому +26

    That broke my heart a little bit. When she said that Georiga could run on her own terms, my eyes leaked.🥺

  • @acawap
    @acawap Рік тому +222

    daughter reading stories to Georgia is the sweetest thing I've seen all week. Their love bond is so clear.

  • @CynVee
    @CynVee 2 місяці тому +22

    Can you imagine never knowing kindness, never feeling loved or cherished. Never to feel a simple touch of kindness. Thank you for your patience, kindness and compassion. And your daughter, she is one special little girl ❤ Bless you all ❤❤❤

  • @CynthiaSchoenbauer
    @CynthiaSchoenbauer Рік тому +306

    She actually wanted to run, but ON HER OWN TERMS!!!! Love this story. Thank you soooo much!🐕‍🦺 She sounds like me.

    • @marigeobrien
      @marigeobrien Рік тому +2

      Yes, it does seem so.

    • @craigandrews7544
      @craigandrews7544 11 місяців тому +1

      Greyhounds always run on their own terms? There’s no jockey forcing them to run 🤷‍♂️

    • @alicerandell8332
      @alicerandell8332 11 місяців тому +5

      @@craigandrews7544 There is a visible difference between a greyhound running for fun, and what they do on a track.

    • @craigandrews7544
      @craigandrews7544 11 місяців тому +2

      @@alicerandell8332 they love it no matter your visual interpretation

    • @profd65
      @profd65 11 місяців тому +2

      @@craigandrews7544 Greyhounds love the racing business? Is that what they've told you? You seem to be privy to information the rest of us aren't.

  • @bluejupiter100
    @bluejupiter100 3 місяці тому +19

    This bond between your daughter and this lovely dog is absolutely beautiful!

  • @poppykok5
    @poppykok5 Рік тому +259

    I guess adorable Georgia's vet will never have to tell the family that she needs "longer walks" & "more exercise"...🤗Those beach zoomies made me really happy seeing her obviously enjoying herself s000 much...I have a tremendous amount of respect & great affection for people who care so much for the well-being of animals...God bless them all across the world!

    • @sharonsolana
      @sharonsolana Рік тому +13

      Amen 🌼

    • @givemefreedom2359
      @givemefreedom2359 Рік тому +12

      Beautiful comment…my sentiments exactly.
      God bless you. 🙏🏻

    • @dementus420
      @dementus420 Рік тому +4

      I 2nd every word you said.

    • @mastod0n1
      @mastod0n1 11 місяців тому +7

      Surprisingly greyhounds don't need very much exercise at all. I'll walk mine down to a fenced in playground in my neighborhood to take her off lead and let her run and half the time she does 2 laps and then stands by the gate wanting to go home and nap lol.

    • @dinkster1729
      @dinkster1729 10 місяців тому

      @@mastod0n1 How old is she? Bobo, a mongrel who resembles this dog in colouring and leg length simmered down at age 12 or so, I think. When he was 1 he literally shook on the couch if his walk had to be delayed. His walk? No, his run.

  • @claudiaypaz
    @claudiaypaz 2 місяці тому +11

    Your daughter is very special. Naturally compassionate, I hope she decides to continue being an advocate for animals.

  • @conky221
    @conky221 9 місяців тому +20

    Heartwarming. Bittersweet. Your daughter is absolutely wonderful to take such action. You are wonderful to pass on your compassion and kindness. God bless❤

  • @WCANO626
    @WCANO626 Рік тому +72

    Your daughter is her Georgia's emotional support human. It's a lovely relationship, thank you for sharing.

  • @emmabovary1228
    @emmabovary1228 11 місяців тому +13

    Your daughter is a fabulous and beautiful young lady. She has certainly been pivotal in ensuring your precious pups happiness.

  • @michaelquaid4679
    @michaelquaid4679 Рік тому +147

    THAT is the most adorable scene that I have EVER SEEN.
    I'll never forget seeing that sweet little girl reading to her dog to help the dog stay calm and relaxed.
    And they will be bonded for life!

  • @stevenj9970
    @stevenj9970 2 місяці тому +9

    Wonderful video. Mom, you've done quite a job raising that daughter of yours. They don't learn that on their own, you must have led by example and are to be commended for it. I wish you all the very best

  • @annm4833
    @annm4833 Рік тому +248

    What a beautiful story! Thank you for giving Georgia a chance. You and your daughter have opened up the world for this dog! And your daughter is an incredible young lady to be advocating for these dogs! ❤❤❤

    • @simoneschmidt844
      @simoneschmidt844 11 місяців тому +1

      This is a beautiful story only for this single dog and its family. Howerver, there are still all those other dogs tortured for money.

  • @melissamartin8266
    @melissamartin8266 7 місяців тому +22

    It's a beautiful thing to see them dogs run because they want to run, not because they're forced to, and she definitely looks like she loves to run. What beautiful interactions between her and your daughter. So sweet to watch.

  • @diannaperry8116
    @diannaperry8116 Рік тому +25

    You daughter touches Georgia so softly and tenderly. Their bond makes me happy. Bravo to your daughter for speaking out for greyhounds.

  • @xXLARzXx
    @xXLARzXx 2 місяці тому +2

    Having adopted many greyhounds from a rescue over the years our family knows the greyhound couch sprawl very well.
    They are all wonderful!

  • @batmanforpresident9655
    @batmanforpresident9655 Рік тому +68

    GOD BLESS these people for adopting these beautiful animals!!

    • @sydneymomma11
      @sydneymomma11 Рік тому +1

      GAIA BLESS these people for adopting these beautiful animals!!!

    • @martymcglame7781
      @martymcglame7781 Рік тому +1

      Yes may Pashupati bless these people for adopting the dog. Or maybe Lakshmi? Or maybe another of the thousands of gods out there. I'm sure view blessing people for things like this as a high priority for their godly work.

  • @jenniferdas7809
    @jenniferdas7809 9 місяців тому +3

    My son’s greyhound was so quiet and self-contained, it was so disconcerting in the beginning. Now he’s aging backwards - very much like a puppy! Goofy and fun.

  • @lulumoon6942
    @lulumoon6942 Рік тому +26

    Greyhounds are absolute angels on earth, thank you! 😍🙏

  • @cathiwim
    @cathiwim 2 місяці тому +5

    We used to have a whippet. I get it. Kudos to you for giving her a forever home

  • @sharonsolana
    @sharonsolana Рік тому +920

    Greyhound racing in the United States is being phased out. I hope all countries will ban greyhound racing.
    Your daughter is a wonderful Ambassador for greyhound rescue!
    Thank you for rescuing the beautiful and magnificent Georgia!
    🐾💗🌼🐾💗🌼🐾💗🌼🐾

    • @hereandthere6001
      @hereandthere6001 Рік тому +33

      unfortunately australia is dragging their feet

    • @ferretyluv
      @ferretyluv Рік тому +19

      That would mean greyhounds wouldn’t be bred anymore.

    • @sharonsolana
      @sharonsolana Рік тому +27

      @@ferretyluv Many greyhounds are euthanized because they are not pets.

    • @TheGreatoutdoorsAndGourmetVic
      @TheGreatoutdoorsAndGourmetVic Рік тому

      @@hereandthere6001 BS! GAP is very popular here.

    • @phoenixrising5088
      @phoenixrising5088 Рік тому +43

      ​@@sharonsolanayes, but they make wonderful pets. As you can see from this video. Beautiful, loyal gentle Dogs. 💝💖💟💗🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

  • @bluejupiter100
    @bluejupiter100 3 місяці тому +6

    The relationship between Georgia and your daughter is an exquisite thing.

  • @notmebutyou8350
    @notmebutyou8350 Рік тому +72

    Greyhoinds are such sleek and beautiful dogs. I'm so glad you rescued that baby!! She's a beautiful girl!! ❤

  • @transformativemedicine7217
    @transformativemedicine7217 5 місяців тому +14

    Georgia is ADORABLE! Bless you for adopting this retired racing greyhound. It's beautiful watching her run for pure joy and seeing her with your daughter.

  • @ArchieandAlfieBoxerDogs
    @ArchieandAlfieBoxerDogs Рік тому +56

    So wonderful to see Georgia living her best life with a fantastic family 🥰🐶❤️🫶🏼

  • @junefarmer641
    @junefarmer641 11 місяців тому +8

    What a beautiful sight to see Georgia running free! It reminds me of the speed of a cheetah! Thank you for bringing awareness to people about the treatment of greyhounds! They are so beautiful and deserve all the love!!! ⭐💖🙏

  • @caroline0515
    @caroline0515 Рік тому +10

    That pure joy when she runs on the beach, it's breathtaking to see.

  • @joeladair9045
    @joeladair9045 7 місяців тому +4

    All my kids are rescues. Through out my life I've rescued about 20. I greatly admire you and your daughter for providing a loving forever home. Thank you for sharing! Touched my heart.

  • @kerrymason609
    @kerrymason609 Рік тому +56

    It makes me so sad to see these lovely dogs treated so badly,your stunning sweet daughter! What a star! They are lucky to have eachother xxx❤xxx

    • @momtoty
      @momtoty 2 місяці тому +1

      @kerrymason609 You have actually seen greyhounds treated badly? Where? Did you report it? Abusing greyhounds is never allowed or tolerated. Greyhounds get the best care every day. An abused greyhound can't race. It's not only impossible but it's not allowed.

    • @priscillayoga4040
      @priscillayoga4040 2 місяці тому

      @@momtotyThey are abused. They are not considered pets so they don’t have the same protection against animal abuse as pets have. Look up “Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds” to learn some facts about this “sport”.

  • @northlight64
    @northlight64 9 місяців тому +2

    This brought a tear. Actually, quite a few. The love of a dog is a gift that can never be earned, but only a rare few know how to accept it.

  • @elenalatici9568
    @elenalatici9568 Рік тому +54

    Great adoption story. Reading to dogs is a wonderful way to bond. I was already deeply bonded to my JRT, Mr. Smee, but I read to him anyway. His favourite book was The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
    I'm so saddened to learn that greyhound racing is a growing sport in Australia when other countries, the United States for one, have been working so hard for so long to bring it to an end. It's an incredibly abuse activity, deeply unworthy of the word "sport."

    • @seamarie3111
      @seamarie3111 Рік тому +6

      Seeing that sweet child reading to her dog just touched me... When I was in high school, I got a pair of kittens, brother and sister, from free from a neighbor having a garage sale. I was finishing the Harry Potter series at the time. I'm partially blind, so the HP books were absolutely massive, coming in several thick Braille volumes. To unwind and relax, I would read the books aloud to them on the downstairs walk-in basement couch where it was quiet, no dogs. They'd just curl right up. I read to them outside too, sometimes. It was all of the last three books I finished over eleventh and twelfth grade.
      I have such memories, like when I was reading to them outside and left one volume of Order of the Phoenix out by mistake. It got rained on and pretty soaked, but the Braille dots all survived!
      Another time, one of the kittens, the boy, piddled on the edge of one volume. Yeah ... I was NOT amused.
      Our sweet kitty boy is sadly no longer with us, but his sister is almost seventeen and still with us. If I ever read out loud outside, she'll still come up to check it out. Her brother would too, when he was alive, despite them growing up to be naturally outdoor kitties.
      Now my family has a puddle of poodles. I ought to crack open a book and maybe get my little sister in on reading to them too. It's a lovely thing to do. I was so glad to see the little girl in this video bond with her dog so.

  • @NohSpinZone
    @NohSpinZone 5 місяців тому +4

    OMG, the daughter is a treasure. What a hero to Georgia and other greyhounds.

  • @ET-yp9vc
    @ET-yp9vc Рік тому +33

    Georgia was put up for adoption because she had slowed down. Now it looks like she is running faster than ever, but on her terms!!!! 🐕

  • @susanparsons7802
    @susanparsons7802 2 місяці тому +2

    We have greyhounds. They are the most loving dogs that I have ever owned. Well, I think they own us really! Please adopt the retired racing dogs, they have so much lief left in them. our oldest one was 16!

  • @lesliemiller6826
    @lesliemiller6826 Рік тому +73

    Oh goodness! Your greyhound rescue looks like one I had rescued years ago! Her name was “BoBo” - short for “Someball.” Her dad’s name was “Gameball.” She was also black and white. She had a 3 leaf clover on her bum. The three leaves on her bum - right, left and center, with the stem going down her tail. They are such gracious dogs! And, yes, scared of many household things. Bless you for being caretaker of this sweet soul! 💗

    • @phoenixrising5088
      @phoenixrising5088 Рік тому +5

      She is almost identical to my Irish Greyhound Fergus. GH are amazing Dogs. Gentle, living, loyal and very sensitive. I love ❤ them all. 😍🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

  • @keithsayer8058
    @keithsayer8058 Рік тому +10

    My wife and I used to rescue Greyhounds. I sure miss those wonderful dogs

  • @slaughterhouse5585
    @slaughterhouse5585 2 місяці тому +3

    Greyhounds are real sweethearts. Wonderful pets.

  • @RamenNoodle1985
    @RamenNoodle1985 Рік тому +18

    Loved watching her race through the water ❤

  • @benitaw614
    @benitaw614 6 місяців тому +3

    God bless your daughter for her warm and generous heart. She is clearly the center of Georgia's world.

  • @jenniferbruce5470
    @jenniferbruce5470 Рік тому +70

    Bless you and your daughter for rescuing Georgia I am from Australia myself and I agree with you when it comes to the greyhound racing industry thank you Jess for putting that Awareness out there about the greyhound industry and how greyhounds are treated and thank you Jess and thank you Geobeats for sharing Georgia’s story hopefully this video will inspire more people to adopt Greyhounds and give them a loving home ❤️🐾

  • @bearsm0m
    @bearsm0m 4 місяці тому +3

    HUGE props to the daughter who was taught how to love and appreciate animals. She has a best friend for life who she will cherish until the end.🥰

  • @rpittillo
    @rpittillo Рік тому +8

    Yeah, Georgia needs a football field to get her zoomies out. But thankfully she's with the right family to sending a message that greyhounds are perfect family dogs. 💕💕

  • @JohnWilliams-i9o
    @JohnWilliams-i9o 2 місяці тому +5

    Good for you. Keep giving Georgia joy. It brings joy to all who watch this video. And kudos to your daughter for being Georgia's bestie human & for advocating for greyhounds.

  • @susan8471
    @susan8471 Рік тому +20

    They are really amazing dogs once they get adjusted. You'll never find a more loving and loyal companion.❤

  • @CarolynM-vm4uz
    @CarolynM-vm4uz 2 місяці тому +2

    The way your daughter gently caresses Georgia is so touching. ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @janetdear6429
    @janetdear6429 Рік тому +56

    🤧 aww she's so gorgeous, bless you for adopting her, and giving her a great forever home, cracking good video thanks for sharing 🖤😎👍

  • @sashaconrad3939
    @sashaconrad3939 6 місяців тому +1

    Your daughter is an amazing person with a golden heart! Georgie is blessed to have her. The reading part really touched me. ❤❤❤❤

  • @jillmiller3485
    @jillmiller3485 Рік тому +13

    Beautiful story! No animal should ever be considered livestock. Your daughter is going to do something great for animals someday.

  • @blackeyedlily
    @blackeyedlily 2 місяці тому +2

    I have always loved greyhounds. They are so beautiful and have a wonderful history of being prized pets. This is such a lovely story. You can truly feel how much Georgia loves your daughter through watching this video.❤️

  • @blt4239
    @blt4239 Рік тому +17

    I loved watching her run run run!!! Greyhounds running is like poetry in motion. Gorgeous. She's lovely and I'm glad she's decompressing more and more every day. Sometimes it takes years and she's well on her way. Thank you for loving her. I love how greyhounds are leaners, too.

  • @MadderMel
    @MadderMel 5 місяців тому +1

    You can easily tell by just watching this video that Georgia and your daughter have a very special sister like bond !

  • @suzannecarter445
    @suzannecarter445 Рік тому +21

    Amazing! I'm so happy seeing your daughter promoting adoption of greyhounds!

  • @higherresolution4490
    @higherresolution4490 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow, what a beautiful video! I really enjoyed this one. The outcome of adoption was fantastic! I can't imagine even a cheetah running as fast as Georgia.

  • @skehleben7699
    @skehleben7699 Рік тому +23

    The ocean is sooo beautiful where you are and Georgia is especially beautiful! Fast as the wind and absolutely precious in her rainbow sleeper!💞🐾

  • @flwrfan1752
    @flwrfan1752 19 днів тому

    When Georgia became settled into her new home it became clear what a sweet and lovable dog she is.Thanks for loving her and taking good care of her.

  • @Aneta1825
    @Aneta1825 Рік тому +15

    Seeing Georgia run made me laugh! Her running is an expression of pure joy! You are so lucky to have her in your life and I see your daughter has this special touch. She is so gentle with Georgia. Many happy years for your beautiful family!😀

  • @ranakhatibthomas4031
    @ranakhatibthomas4031 2 місяці тому +2

    Mesmerizing to watch her run...❤

  • @pattyandersen5516
    @pattyandersen5516 Рік тому +10

    She hit the jackpot with this living family! 🐾❤️

  • @Nico-g6f
    @Nico-g6f 5 місяців тому +2

    I used to be a vet nurse and we got all the greyhounds coming off the race track. Some of their injuries were horrendous, yet they were so sweet. I vowed to only rescue greyhounds after that. I have rescued 5 greyhounds in the last 20 years and simply adore them. My son grew up with them and said he will only rescue greyhounds as they are life changing dogs for both them and the people who rescue them

  • @eveclancy3288
    @eveclancy3288 Рік тому +24

    Thank you for your family's work on behalf of Georgia and all racing greyhounds!

  • @nataliehuntfox8772
    @nataliehuntfox8772 Рік тому +1

    It’s heart warming to see this dog bonding with the little girl

  • @angelove4u936
    @angelove4u936 Рік тому +31

    Beautiful spirits Georgia & your daughter have 🙏 Its strange to see Greyhound racing becoming more popular there in Australia while here in my home state of Florida ending Greyhound racing for good came up on the ballot a few years ago & was passed! 🐕 My mother (God rest her soul) & I were so happy their time as money makers for betting was over! 👎It is my hope & prayer that all the dogs waiting for homes find them & that some day the dog racing will end there too. God bless one & all 😇💙

  • @nancysmith-baker1813
    @nancysmith-baker1813 10 місяців тому +2

    Thankyou , your daughter is so kind and patient.

  • @2to-tango
    @2to-tango Рік тому +27

    Watching a greyhound run free is like nothing else. To me it resembles freedom. ❤

  • @carriejohnson5950
    @carriejohnson5950 2 місяці тому +2

    I'm so happy for Georgia! Bravo to your daughter for talking to people and promoting the adoption of greyhounds! She's an angel!

  • @Bella-D
    @Bella-D Рік тому +19

    So beautiful to see Georgia sing and the love she has with your daughter ❤🥰😍

  • @susanleverette8641
    @susanleverette8641 8 місяців тому +2

    Watching her run with such joyful abandon brings a lump to my throat! She looks so powerful & strong, happy & free. I absolutely loved when she laid her head on the daughter's lap. So sweet!

  • @seamusp5991
    @seamusp5991 Рік тому +7

    You folks are wonderful. ❤

  • @myopinion59
    @myopinion59 2 місяці тому +2

    Oh this breaks my heart. Poor animals. Their suffering never ends.😢😢😢😢😢

  • @ls-kk4pq
    @ls-kk4pq Рік тому +9

    Seeing Georgia and your daughter made my heart grow two times bigger. What an amazing bond between the two. Thank you.

  • @TamaraSwan-f6y
    @TamaraSwan-f6y 7 місяців тому +2

    So happy Georgia is living life as she was meant to do. Thankful she received a second chance for happiness & love 💗 I pray dog racing will soon end forever

  • @R.J.1
    @R.J.1 Рік тому +8

    Very many thanks. These hounds need the love the deserve.

  • @fogums
    @fogums 11 місяців тому +1

    She’s beautiful and how happy she’s become - even singing and it’s all thanks to you. How lovely to see her running for fun and not work.

  • @jeffwatt2627
    @jeffwatt2627 Рік тому +10

    What a lovely story ❤ Seeing Georgia with your daughter is beautiful.

  • @rebeccaryanthomsen6951
    @rebeccaryanthomsen6951 3 місяці тому +1

    The reality around greyhounds racing dogs breaks my heart. Thank you for bringing awareness to this issue. ❤

  • @lauribailey5756
    @lauribailey5756 Рік тому +7

    Your daughter is such a gentle, loving soul, the perfect companion for Georgia.

  • @Deanster101
    @Deanster101 8 місяців тому +2

    Every dog deserves to be loved like that.

  • @dms0110
    @dms0110 Рік тому +9

    Such a beautiful story. Your daughter is quite a kind and loving soul.

  • @cheska2024
    @cheska2024 8 місяців тому +1

    Well, I'm crying. Georgia has the best family she could have had. Thank you from a stranger who loves animals. Running or cuddling, Georgia is beautiful.

  • @linda6987
    @linda6987 Рік тому +10

    Man! She is fast! Thank you for the rescue! I’m thinking someone may be a dog trainer? Well done you! 🐾♥️🐾

  • @MarilynOcean1
    @MarilynOcean1 6 місяців тому +3

    Your daughter is amazing and you should be so proud of her. The dog gave her a purpose in life.