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Wow! This thread has turned into a very eye opening insight into the world of groomers! You could only do this job truly for the love of dogs.

Thanks again! Am off to google both options.

Any recommendations re a good dog training/behaviouralist in Brisbane would be much appreciated. Thanks! Edited for sp

Unfortunately we cant control ignorance and prejudice . Congrats on your new puppy, what a cutie A positive outcome to a not so positive start, hope you have many happy years together.

Yes, I also think your response was quite harsh. I doubt the lady in question meant to offend or annoy you with her question, and I seriously doubt that she expected the response that she received. The lady was not to know that you were having a particularly bad day. As many have mentioned though we live and learn. Hopefully this experience has made you think about different ways to handle these type of situations. One thing I love about dog ownership is that it is a lovely way to get out and about and meet people, dogs are great ice breakers . I also know that not everybody else feels this way and would prefer not to talk to strangers if avoidable. Your CS is gorgeous, and I hope you find a solution to the issue with your horse. Also please report the PM/email to the moderators, it is very bad form and not acceptable.

Beautiful photo's! I was also there and was lucky enough to have a cuddle from that gorgeous Deerhound. I instantly fell in love

Advice taken on board, thank you!

I'm just wondering if your deck is an upstairs deck? If so, it would have to be fully enclosed or have a very high rail incase the whippet or grey decided to jump off. My opinion is you can't go wrong with either a greyhound or a whippet, they're the best two breeds out there. (I might be biased though!! ) Good Luck! Yes it is an upstairs deck, with about 4 foot railings, would this be sufficient? Having access to the deck is optional really, it is just nice for them to lie in the sunshine.

Dont tempt me! I have seriously considered it but already having one dog and with council restrictions to 2 dog households (without paying extra registration fees etc) I have to make a hard decision. I am getting the feeling that it will probably end up coming down to meeting the perfect dog, rather than choosing between the breeds specifically. I will keep an open mind and heart to both and I know the right one will come our way.

No its a valid question. Questions like these do not bother me, it is part of my job to be accountable. I have child monitor in the bedroom which includes a video monitor which I carry with me at all times during their nap. I can pretty much hear them turning over in their sleep! Obviously my home is secure and I really cannot sit outside the bedroom until they wake. Yes I am paid as a carer and I am very aware of safety and I take all precautions at all times. Also when I say upstairs it is 4 steps to the upper level, I guess I wasnt really clear.

Thank you to everyone who gave their time to help out with my questions. I am very excited about the prospect of one of these beautiful breeds joining our family and I feel we are now one step closer as they sound like the ideal new member of our family . Now on to the fun part - finding our new best friend!

Thank you! All the above was very helpful. I am very interested in Whippets for several reasons but mainly as I thought their size may suit my girl more than a Grey, though I was also concerned that they may be too 'fragile' with a young family, but you obviously proved that it is very possible with a respectful child. In saying that Grey's are so beautifully regal! From my research it seems that both breeds tend to feel the cold. Do you find they need to wear their coats only at night, or pretty much all of the time during winter? Also would it be correct to say that they have zero to low doggy odour and shedding? I know that it can differ from dog to dog but is this generally correct?

Just after some advice from people in the know. First let me apologise in advance for the long post! I have been seriously considering and researching adopting a rescue Greyhound or Whippet. All my research has put both of these breeds on the top of my list. A little background on our family to help in the process. We are a family who live in Brisbane with 3 children aged 15, 13 and 2 1/2. My youngest is very dog savvy and respectful of all animals (always supervised of course) but obviously the dog would need to be child friendly. We also have a 4 year old desexed Shih Tzu cross Suki. Suki is a relatively low energy girl who enjoys the occasional play but would much rather be stretched out on the couch or at my feet. Part of my consideration is ourn next dog matching Suki's temperament as I do not think she would cope with a high energy dog. Suki enjoys the company of other dogs but she always needs some time to meet and greet. She may show some initial standoffish type behaviour after which she is their best mate. I do work from home though as I do family day care I will not be with the dog 24/7. As policy dicatates that dogs cannot be around the day care children Suki stays upstairs during the day with full access to the house and front deck. During the childrens nap time I come upstairs and spend time with her. She is very happy with this arrangement so our next dog would also need to be ok not having constant human companionship during work hours. We have a walk every afternoon and the weekends are spent at the kids sporting events in which Suki and our new pet joins in on. Last of all I have been a dog person my whole life having always owned dogs large and small, but never these breeds. Any advice you can give on whether Greys or Whippets would enjoy this type of environment would be great. Also if you know of any potential dogs that require adoption it would be much appreciated. We are attending the EKKA this weekend to have a look at some of the Greys that require adoption. Gender is not important, neither is age or colour.

RIP little babies. Have fun chasing butterlies at Rainbow Bridge. Be strong mumma kitty.

I am so sorry I used to love seeing your beautiful girls photo's on your rescue site. She was certainly a very special old soul. Rest easy Cordelia, you have touched the hearts of many people who have never even met you