Your retired athlete has been training for their racing career from the moment they are born. The instinct to run, play and chase is integral to their DNA make up. It’s been bred into them for hundreds of years.
So, what happens when everything they know is no longer part of their job? Depending on the individual personality of each Greyhound, the skills they know don’t always transfer to your household. Past requirements of lead walking from the kennels to the boxes may have allowed them to pull and be excited to be “having a run”. Nothing wrong with that, but the same “fun, excited, pull” will not work in a quiet suburb street café next to a busy road.
A previous life of being the centre of attention and having free reign to run/walk and be where they like, may be dangerous in domestic kitchen with hot pots and pans ready to spill over.
Some Greys will transition seamlessly into a home, like they haven’t known any other way of life. Other personalities need a little help. Obedience training can come in lots of different forms and levels of new training.
Meet Cherry. Cherry is a greyhound that has learned to become a serious agility competition champion. Cherry is an example that the Greyhound breed is capable of any type of complex training.
But this is to top end of the scale and may be a little more than you are looking for. Your basic goal’s may include.
- The garbage bin is not a snack cupboard.
- No, the toilet water does not taste better.
- Bench tops are for human things, and not your paws or nose.
- Urinating and marking are not OK inside the house.
- It’s OK to sit on a bed and not move when humans are walking around.
- The kitchen can be a safety Hazzard and dogs are not allowed.
- Walking can be relaxing and fun, rather choking against a lead.
- The vacuum is not the enemy and out to get you.
Finding the right professional partner to learn new skills can be challenging and we recommend that you have a clear outcome’s that you want to achieve.
We have the following suggestions that you may want to consider. These three trainers are well known to Retired Greys and each of them have a unique and different way to help.
Brisbane Northside
Noah’s Bark Canine Excellence
Contact Terri
M: 0419 748 308
noahsbarkce.com.au
Terri has real time experience with Greyhounds, acknowledging their quirks and traits particular to their breed. She understands their fun, inquisitive nature, and their need for structure. With over a decade of experience as a Professional Dog Trainer and a lifetime of experience with Greyhounds she can help put your dogs’ best paws forward.
Hi I’m Terri
To obtain the Greyhounds training goals, I have a benchmark for all training but develops programs and strategies to accommodate each individual dog. I understand their personalities are not all the same, and therefore training cannot always be the same. A big believer in the value of good manners, I work hard to meet the needs of your household so that you and your Greyhound can co-exist to create the best partnership possible.
At Noah’s Bark Canine Excellence, we offer individual support through Training and Behaviour Consultations, as well as Specialised Programs and Group Classes.
Introductory Obedience Classes run for four weeks and I will be running a Greyhound specific class as well as an All Breeds class. It will be on a Wednesday evening’s. All details are on my website.
Facebook: facebook.com/noahsbarkce
Instagram: terri_dog_trainer
Southside/Central
PAWSformational Journey with Christine Tayler
Contact: Christine Tayler
M: 0409 636 117 | E: info@pawsjourney.com.au
http://www.pawsjourney.com.au
Christine combines both her passions of understanding animal behaviour and holistic healing.
Her years of experience working with animal shelters gives her the experience to know how to work with you and your Grey as a partnership to achieve training goals to fulfill a life of happiness together. We recommend signing up to her newsletter for updates.
Hi there, I’m Christine Tayler!
“My goal is to help pet owners create stronger, meaningful connections with their new companions while finding balance, happiness, and well-being. Through animal communication, energy healing, holistic training, and personalised coaching, I’ve helped countless pet owners transform their pets’ behaviour while improving their own lives. Clients have discovered more joy and fulfilment, while their pets have become calmer, happier, and more connected.
My services focus on two transformative areas:
Holistic Training and Coaching: I work with you and your Grey to address behavioural challenges, build trust, and create a deeper understanding between you both, while encouraging your Grey’s personality to shine like never before.
Pet’s Well-being Support: Your pet can carry emotional or energetic stress from your, or previous, lifestyles. I use energy work and communication techniques to relieve this, creating a calm, supportive environment for you both to thrive.
Now, it’s your turn to experience the joy of creating a deep connection with your Greyhound. Together, we’ll make their transition smooth and help you enjoy the fulfilling partnership that retired Greyhounds bring into our lives.
Gold Coast
Contact Ashley Carleton
0416 611 099
abcdogfacility@gmail.com
Facebook abcdogfacility
Ashley is experienced with both Greyhounds and other active breeds. She is flexible to suit your needs and lets the owner (and family) decide how much help they need. Ashley says that its OK if your dog is reactive, working together as a team is the key.
We recommend following on socials for reminder, updates and helpful hints.
Hi my name is Ashley
ABC DOG FACILITY Behaviour & Training Specialist. We come to you! EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABC Puppy & Dog Training and Behaviour Session. This is in home and in public training
All dogs, All ages, All breeds and any/all behaviour concerns with owner and/or other family members.
Retired Greys Inc. 