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Thursday, October 28, 2010

Treat Tales -- The Grand Entrance

I was thinking back to that first day that we brought Treat home.  In the weeks leading up to us adopting a Greyhound, we'd read and studied all about the breed.  Our plan was to get our dog, bring it home and let it get used to living in our house with us before we had anyone over to meet it or took it anywhere.  Part of the reason for that was that my husband has a large family, and his youngest brother and sister were preschoolers while his niece was just a toddler.  We wanted a bit of an idea to know how our dog would react before we placed it in that situation.

However, our well-laid plans were tossed out the window the day before we were supposed to go and pick out our new Greyhound.  There was a wicked winter storm the day before, and that day happened to be Mr. Taleteller's younger brother's birthday.  The party was postponed to the next day.  We debated about what to do after we heard the news, and decided that we'd just stop in for a few minutes and give him his present, eat a bit of cake and then take our new dog home.

Well, if you read our last post, you know that Treat finally got it through our skulls that she had chosen us and we were taking her home.  After a quick stop at McDonald's, we were on our way back home to stop at the party.  Our new dog was dressed in her new collar and and coat.  The selection of coats was limited, so she had a snazzy number that was black on one side and yellow with green frogs on the other.  It was cute enough, and more importantly, it kept her warm. 

For those of you who are not familiar with Greyhound adoption, most adoption groups send you home with a plastic muzzle like the ones they wear for turn out at the track.  It's helpful in keeping them from chewing things they shouldn't, for introducing them to your cats and in the event that your dog would get an injury that you don't want them to lick.  Many times, adoption groups get used ones donated from the track, where they often write the dog's name across the bridge of the muzzle so they know which dog it is and know who gets which muzzle.

Being new Greyhound owners, we didn't quite know what to expect.  Mr. Taleteller's parents had young children, a cat, a black lab and a cake waiting at their house.  So, we decided to be safe rather than sorry.  We put her muzzle on and headed to the front door.  Treat walked into the party to meet all of Mr. Taleteller's family and the first impression she made was "KILLER" written across her nose.

It turned out that it was completely unnecessary.  I took off my coat and put it in the pile of coats by the door on the floor as we sat there and the family got to know our dog.  They were impressed by her sleek brindle fur after we took the coat off and she was extremely gentle and patient with the kids.  She soaked up the attention for a while, and then when she got tired, she went over and laid down on my coat.  When we got up to get ready to leave, she was right there beside me.

The funny thing is, she always made a grand entrance wherever she went.  I'm not sure that we ever topped that first one, though.  I really wish I'd had a video camera back then!

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34 comments:

  1. "Killer" hahahaha!!! That is hilarious!!! you made The Momma actually laugh out loud ;)

    -Bully and Nelson

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  2. Had to smile at 'Killer'.

    Song is very jealous of the attire in the last photo:)

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  3. Killer? definitely not on such a sweet face. Loved the last photo.. hehehehe.. it is hilarious. Did you color her nails too?

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  4. Love the pink boa darling! My human's call me the "ultimate princess" so I can so relate!

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  5. I love that pink boa on her and the crossing paws. Such a young woman!

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  6. The more I read about Treat, the more I'd liked to have known her. What a great doggie soul. KILLER of hearts :)

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  7. I know Treat was a very special lady, and I simply adore that pink boa!

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  8. Hahah KILLER - that is what I call my princess Haylie :)
    I loooove that picture of her and boa with the sunglasses.

    Ive always seen greyhounds with muzzles on, I guess im a tad confused why its common you see them wearing them and not other breeds.

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  9. Treat sounds like such a special lady, and she certainly looks like one in all her pink gear!

    Congratulations on Bunny winning the contest:)

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  10. Love it, nothing like a memorable entrance for a truly memorable dog.

    That pink boa looks stunning on her, by the way, just divine. Even if Treat never makes it to Hollywood she'll always be a star.

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  11. KILLER???? BaWaaaah. It should have said KISSER. What a grrrreat intro to the family. You had a PAWty... just for HER> hehehe

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  12. Your greyhounds are definitely the best dressed around. Love the last photo.

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  13. That's a great story! Isn't it funny how muzzles might as well have the name "killer" written on them!

    I love your photo of Treat. What a sweet superstar! Definitely not a "killer" in that gorgeous and funny photo!

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  14. Killer in pink ? What fun, fond memories.

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  15. Treat sounds like such a wonderful dog! It is always important to make a grand entrance!

    Your pal, Pip

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  16. Beautiful pose! We love the crossed paws!

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  17. I love that story! And I sure do love that picture!
    -Corbin

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  18. Killer?? Maybe Killer FASHION!! What a great story!! Us dogs really are little angels in coats!!!

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  19. She's so pretty - and her manicure is beautiful!!

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  20. Whahahaha!!! Mom snorted coffee rite out of hers nose!

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  21. What a Hollywood shot! It belongs on a greeting card. :)

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  22. I see she's tricked out right down to her nails in the pic at the end!
    Lovely reminiscence.

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  23. I never thought about all the intricacies in the adoption process. I do love that Diva photo.

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  24. We so wish we had known Treat too - she was quite the grand lady. That last photo is so precious. We also enjoy reading your memories of her.

    Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

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  25. KILLER. LOL That's quite ironic considering what you've told us about her. Besides, I've never seen any killers on tv with such pretty nails and sunglasses! We wish we got to know her!

    Wags,
    Zona

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  26. I know exactly what you mean about those muzzles! LOL! Poor Treat, but it was the best thing to do in the circumstances, huh?

    I LOVE the picture with the feather boa and the sunglasses! What a star!!

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  27. Killer? Heehee! Too bad she didn't have one that said her name. Then she coulda gone trick or treating without saying anything! She sure was something! I'm so glad you're sharing her stories with us.

    Wiggles & Wags,
    Mayzie

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  28. It is SOOOOO written in the paws!

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra and The Golden Khousins
    PeeEssWoo: Ready to don my angel khostume!

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  29. Those pink toenails are awesome.

    Treat my dahling, what color are you wearing? I must get it for myself.

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  30. I can imagine their faces when they read "Killer"
    I love love love that picture of Treat!
    Beautiful girl!
    Kisses and hugs
    Lorenza

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  31. Reading about Treat I can see why you've stuck with Greyhounds:-) And I love her outfit.

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  32. oh my. daaaaahlink, you look luverly.

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  33. miss treat as "killer"? heehee. i think not!
    i totally dig her diva picture, complete with the matchin' nail polish! :)

    *woof*
    the booker man

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