What is a Flammer anyway?

Hi, I am Rooftop Flammer, better known as Flammer. My foster mom says you may not remember to read about me here, but she is hoping you will. It has been a long time since my foster family has taken someone in but they decided to give me a chance and they said they are very thankful they did. My foster mom says I am a sweet, patient gentlemen that is just a bit nervous. You see, some crazy stuff has happened in my life and due to my owner's medical problems, I moved to a kennel for a long time. When my owner realized he couldn't take me back, I came back on the adoption block. I am a little nervous because I am 8 years old and I am afraid no one will want me. My foster mom says I would be great in a home with kids as I am very patient with my almost 2 year old human foster brother. I am totally housetrained and I travel well and walk well on a leash. I used to live with cats, too, so I have very few drawbacks. My one request is that I be the only dog in the house. I have not told anyone exactly what happened to me, yet, but I am very nervous around other dogs (including greyhounds) and I am much more comfortable just hanging out with my humans instead and I am very loyal to my humans. So, please, please, please, if you have room in your heart and home for me and me alone, call Denise or my foster mom as soon as possible. I need someone to love me for the rest of my life and I promise to love you back forever!!

What about Bob?

It turns out that Ovie was actually Bob all along! Ovie went home yesterday to a couple that was overcome by his playful, loving attitude and wonderful ability to listen to commands and willingness to learn! When Ovie came off the track, the handlers were calling him Bob. He got renamed in his first home. Without knowing he was Bob before, his new family thought Bob was a fitting name. Guess he was Bob all along!! Bob's first report back was that he was slowly adjusting and slept through the night! Bob found his perfect forever home!!

Not your usual boring greyhound

So I've heard the rumors about how greyhounds are supposed to be. While I have some of the normal greyhound characteristics, I am definitely not your usual boring greyhound. You see, I have a personality. Bettis is older, so he just lays around and I have fun. Some of my routines are cleaning out the stuffie toy box. Yep, I have to play with every stuffie every day!! We wouldn't want any of them to feel slighted. I also help my foster parents when they are on the computer. I stand with my head on the desk and proof read what they are typing. My human foster sister loves me very much because I make sure she knows I love her by following her around when she is here. Like a typical greyhound, I have bursts of energy, then have to rest. While I am resting I like nothing better than to cuddle with my people. I will cover them in kisses if they will let me!! I do get scared sometimes. I don't like vacuum cleaners and cleaning supplies much. I also don't like people to jump at me. I run away. I try to be brave and come check some of these things out if my foster parents are with me, but the sounds of appliances scare me a bit. I am learning manners. My foster mom says that even though she has not spent a lot of time on this, I am a quick study. I get very excited when my people come home and she is teaching me it is better to lay down and wiggle until they come to see me than to jump on them and get in trouble. It is really hard to lay there when people come in, but I am learning. Oh, one other thing- when my people come anywhere near me my tail begins to wag even if they aren't coming to pet me. I figure if I am adorable enough, they will stop and give me a belly rub along the way. It works pretty well, because as my foster mom says, I am an adorable love bug!!!

Ovie the top

Good morning! So my foster mom thought Ovie the top was cute...Get it? Over the top. Yeah, I thought it was pretty off the wall, too! So, a little about me...I am Ovie and I turn 2 next month. I am very sweet and lovable- Just ask me!! Don't tell Bettis (my foster brother), but my foster mom says I am one of the most beautiful brindles she has ever met. I would have to agree! Some of the things we have discovered is that I HATE the crate and should not be contained. I do well when left at home with my foster brother, but I am still learning my manners. I love to go for walks and lay on the couch and cuddle with my people!! That is all I want in life. My foster mom says I am probably not a good fit for young kids, but I would love older kids that want to play with me. I don't really need a yard as long as my people want to take me for walks. I don't really like going outside alone anyway. Well, as I "blossom", I will let you know how things are going!!!

B-B-B-Benny and the Jets

Good morning! My name is Benny and as you can see, I am jet black (not to be confused with Jet, the last foster dog that came through here). I just arrived here less than 12 hours ago, so I am still getting my bearings, but my foster mom fell in love with me immediately. She asked me to describe myself a bit. First of all, I am a good boy. My family had a toddler and added a new baby to the clan and I just didn't fit into the new family very well. Don't worry, though, I came into my new home last night and had no issues adjusting. I settled right in and made myself at home. My foster brother told me that this place is known to be for the bad dogs, that need a little training, but that he heard I was not a bad boy. I am getting a little training and I am doing very well. We have already started learning sit and lay and I am doing very good at those. I really like it because I get my belly rubbed when I do a good job. My foster mom says I am a quick study and that I love to please my person so I am easy to train. I do jump every once in a while, but with a little training, I will get that worked out, too! I am a special needs dog as I used to have seizures. However, I have medication and I have not had a seizure since July! One final thing. My previous owner had a cat. He said that the cat would mess with me and I would not hurt the cat. It was just a little annoying to me! Anyway, I would be fine living with your cat, too if you would have me! If you want a shiny, silky, jet black, cuddly pup, then I can tell you, I am the one for you!!! I'll let you know more about me as I hang out here!

Jet cleared for take off!

Jet to Tower...I'm prepared to take off and land in my new home! Yes, everyone, I have taken off and landed in my new home with Kristen and Kevin. I've already trained them to pet my belly and hug me and take me in the car. I don't think I have a lot of training to do. Fortunately, they had a greyhound before. They sadly lost their greyhound last week, but they saw me and just had to have me! (Of course, who wouldn't want me). I cleared them to take me when they came in and fed me homemade cookies and told me they would take me for hikes and long walks. I even took my big, soft, cuddly bed with me. Life is good and I am sure I am going to be very happy. Jet coming into the gate and parking myself in my forever home!

The things an old man taught me...

Guess what!! Last night I overheard my foster mom on the phone. I think someone wants me!!! They are going to come take me home on Sunday. Well, they are going to come meet me on Sunday and I am sure they won't be able to resist me. I am adorable, you know. So last night, Bettis and I laid down (he is the old guy in the front) and had a little chat about what it is to be a pet greyhound. He said he was a lot like me years ago. After his chat, I think I get it now!!! He told me to enjoy the time I am young, so I started doing that. I run around and test out everything. You would not believe the amount of things you can play with in the world!! Then, he told me to trust my humans. They won't hurt me!! He is right!! So, I now have a confidence like you would not believe. Then, he told me to take my time going up the stairs. So, I slowed down and took my time and guess what...I am an expert at the stairs, now! You know, for an old guy, Bettis is not too bad even though he does take some of my attention away. My foster mom says I am a totally different pup than what arrived at their house on Sunday. I am confident, assured, and acting like a puppy should act! She also said I am an attention hound. I think she may need some glasses, because I am definitely a greyhound!! I'll let you know how it goes on Sunday. I am thinking about getting my nails done for the occasion! What do you think?