Within a couple of months of getting my first grey he had to have multiple teeth out, and a corn was operated on (I suspect he actually has a shoulder injury, but no vet of the three I've seen so far has been able to tell me with certainty, despite xrays). What I've learned from this is to ensure you get the dog checked out by a vet immediately that you adopt them, as the rehoming folks are supposed to pass the dog on without medical issues. And, I've bought Hunny Boots for my boy to prevent future corns. These are fantastic little shoes, and I can now walk him on stonier or harder ground, knowing his feet are protected. I've noticed he has a lot more stamina when wearing his little shoes. I'm also using Musher's Secret on his pads to help protect them for when we're not on official walks.
@@jwcaninecare Yes, they did sort that out. But if I hadn't taken him to the vet for a couple of other persistent issues, it probably wouldn't have been picked up within a reasonable time frame.
@@MetalGearsOfThought that really should have all been picked up and dealt with before you homed him 😔 you don't need that to deal with in your first few months!
@@jwcaninecare Yeah, it was a little unexpected. But he is the loveliest, absolute sweetest and gentlest critter, and I wouldn't be without him for anything.
After weighing up the cost of insurances, we decided to put aside money each month into an account for Tofu (our grey). This is used to cover any vet bills or unexpected expenses. Works well so far. 🤞
I'm considering adopting a Greyhound in the US. This was a wonderful review for me to see. I've two pets with cancer, and one with Diabetes. Insurance might have been helpful. I do think, though, that the insurance companies would be better off covering some of the routine stuff. They'd probably make more money for themselves in the long run.
With ongoing conditions you definitely win, providing you have life cover for any one condition. If minor things were covered as well i imagine the premium would be much higher, as there would be a lot more claims. Its a gamble for us and the company!
Everything is very expensive in my case. Visits to the vet cost me not less than $150 just for her check ups. Medications are high too. Her heart worm medication is $80 every 6 months. Dental cleaning is about $800, this is done every 2-3 years, Her food is prescribed because she has kidney disease, so it’s about $300 every month, perhaps more. The insurance went up to $200 every month. Her clothes are also expensive: winter boots about $70 dollars and the coat she has I paid $90 dollars for it. Winter is extremely cold where we live. She also has pj’s several, each is about $50. She also has beautiful collars, expensive ones about $50 each. She has at least 10 of them. And the list can go forever. But I don’t care that much for all of that, because I love her very much and I enjoy pampering her.
Within a couple of months of getting my first grey he had to have multiple teeth out, and a corn was operated on (I suspect he actually has a shoulder injury, but no vet of the three I've seen so far has been able to tell me with certainty, despite xrays). What I've learned from this is to ensure you get the dog checked out by a vet immediately that you adopt them, as the rehoming folks are supposed to pass the dog on without medical issues. And, I've bought Hunny Boots for my boy to prevent future corns. These are fantastic little shoes, and I can now walk him on stonier or harder ground, knowing his feet are protected. I've noticed he has a lot more stamina when wearing his little shoes. I'm also using Musher's Secret on his pads to help protect them for when we're not on official walks.
Poor chap! Did you go back to the charity about his teeth? that really should have been dealt with before you adopted him
@@jwcaninecare Yes, they did sort that out. But if I hadn't taken him to the vet for a couple of other persistent issues, it probably wouldn't have been picked up within a reasonable time frame.
@@MetalGearsOfThought that really should have all been picked up and dealt with before you homed him 😔 you don't need that to deal with in your first few months!
@@jwcaninecare Yeah, it was a little unexpected. But he is the loveliest, absolute sweetest and gentlest critter, and I wouldn't be without him for anything.
After weighing up the cost of insurances, we decided to put aside money each month into an account for Tofu (our grey). This is used to cover any vet bills or unexpected expenses. Works well so far. 🤞
Yes it pays to think before you decide. I do it that way, as with so many dogs my monthly premium would be scary!
Essential viewing! Thank you for this comprehensive roundup Jill
Budgeting is definitely an important part of owning a dog :-)
Very interesting video my lovely boy is worth every penny i am the lucky one . Thankyou for the video 😃
Thank you!
Great comprehensive video
Thank you! Hope it was useful for you 😊
Jill. I always look out for your videos. Love seeing your greyhound family. Thank you.
Anne & Ninadog.
Thank you!
I'm considering adopting a Greyhound in the US. This was a wonderful review for me to see. I've two pets with cancer, and one with Diabetes. Insurance might have been helpful. I do think, though, that the insurance companies would be better off covering some of the routine stuff. They'd probably make more money for themselves in the long run.
With ongoing conditions you definitely win, providing you have life cover for any one condition. If minor things were covered as well i imagine the premium would be much higher, as there would be a lot more claims. Its a gamble for us and the company!
Thank you - I’m finding your advice very helpful
You are so welcome!
Everything is very expensive in my case. Visits to the vet cost me not less than $150 just for her check ups. Medications are high too. Her heart worm medication is $80 every 6 months. Dental cleaning is about $800, this is done every 2-3 years, Her food is prescribed because she has kidney disease, so it’s about $300 every month, perhaps more. The insurance went up to $200 every month. Her clothes are also expensive: winter boots about $70 dollars and the coat she has I paid $90 dollars for it. Winter is extremely cold where we live. She also has pj’s several, each is about $50. She also has beautiful collars, expensive ones about $50 each. She has at least 10 of them. And the list can go forever. But I don’t care that much for all of that, because I love her very much and I enjoy pampering her.
Gracious me, I'm so glad she has you to pamper her 😍
Very informative video. Thank you very much
you're very welcome!
I’ve owed 4. Nonissues in the cost of owning them
Perfect!
I look forward to the next video:
The cost of NOT owning a greyhound 🙂
Great idea!