Nettie Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 (edited) I understand that Emma Milne has written a hugely damaging article regarding the rehoming of greyhounds and wondered if anyone had seen it yet and what they thought of it. Apparently its along the lines of we should accept that greyhounds should be treated as livestock and euthanised once they finish racing as she knows of at least two attacks on small dogs by greyhounds. Sounds like Deed not Breed to me. I really want to email Beverly Cuddy (editor) but until I've seen the article will hold my horses. Edited March 31, 2008 by Nettie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeadyP Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 Oh heck, that doesnt sound good. I'm going to go have a read of it in smiths tomorrow. I'm not going to buy it if the article really is a negative one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundgirl Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 I've always dreaded this and now it's coming from a bloody vet How dare she say my two gorgeous greyhounds who behave beautifully with all dogs don't deserve to live. Gutted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cycas Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 Am attempting not to bristle until we see the actual article. But... am wondering how the people that actually put their money into racing would feel about the dogs being considered so disposable. I know we all know about greyhound racing, but I've certainly encountered plenty of people who just don't know what goes on, were horrified to discover that the dogs don't all get a nice retirement as pets, and will certainly not be going again now they do know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nettie Posted March 31, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 Am attempting not to bristle until we see the actual article. But... am wondering how the people that actually put their money into racing would feel about the dogs being considered so disposable. I know we all know about greyhound racing, but I've certainly encountered plenty of people who just don't know what goes on, were horrified to discover that the dogs don't all get a nice retirement as pets, and will certainly not be going again now they do know. Yes, I want to see the article first and read it firsthand. I must admit I have also 'educated' quite a few people on what goes on in racing, and most of those had absolutely no idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celeste Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 I'll be very surprised if the article is as described, D T have always been very supportive of Grey's, bit worrying if it's true. There was me bigging it up about Grey's today to one of the nurses at the hospital who is trying to decide which breed would suite her best ( she only works 3 days a week and her dad has volunteered to walk it when she is working) hope she dosn't see that article, I think I'd gotten her quite enthusiastic about rescuing a Grey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddyboy Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 I will have to look out for it... yes little Toastie Terrier was savaged by a greyhound last August (a friend's dog, who we had been walking with for over an hour) BUT Em Staffie-cross was savaged by a retriever. For those who don;t know, Toastie lives with Lucy Greyhound, and this one dog is the only one we have ever had any problem with despite going on greyhound walks every month. I am the Pets As Therapy co-ordinator for this area, and am proud to say we have at least 7 greyhounds (and more lurchers) as PAT dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yantan Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 I certainly hope it's not true And if it is then I hope the editor will publish another article which will refute the first. Greyhounds make fantastic pets and only a fool would say otherwise Marion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootsmazza Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 That's very depressing and I will seek out the article. Of course some greys have issues with small dogs but so do lots of other dogs of all breeds. The reality is if your dog is like that you have a responsibilty to have it under control and, if necessary, muzzled when out and about. It depresses me because when Mason is offlead at the beach I always muzzle him because he is an ex-racer who will kill a cat, rabbit squirrel etc. He has NEVER attacked or shown aggression to a small dog, but because of these misguided attitudes, you see the less educated dog owners panic when they see his muzzle. I've even seen them pull children away - like they are in danger. Marie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cycas Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 I have wondered why there is no effort to ensure greyhounds are properly socialised with different types of dog and kids and cats, as puppies, and taught the basics, particularly basic recall. It surely wouldn't be that hard/expensive to arrange, and from a business point of view it would be excellent PR for them. The fact that they don't do this says volumes to me about how the dogs are really regarded, and about the underlying attitude to their life after racing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 I certainly hope it's not true And if it is then I hope the editor will publish another article which will refute the first. Greyhounds make fantastic pets and only a fool would say otherwise Marion Unfortunately from what I have heard on SOL from reliable sources, this article is what was feared One member has already emailed and got a reply which obviously I can't crosspost without permission, in which the editor shows surprise at the views held by Emma Milne As if these poor hounds don't have enough to contend with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nettie Posted April 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 I have wondered why there is no effort to ensure greyhounds are properly socialised with different types of dog and kids and cats, as puppies, and taught the basics, particularly basic recall. It surely wouldn't be that hard/expensive to arrange, and from a business point of view it would be excellent PR for them. The fact that they don't do this says volumes to me about how the dogs are really regarded, and about the underlying attitude to their life after racing. I think your last sentance answers your question, they don't give a fig about the dog once its finished racing. Unfortunately from what I have heard on SOL from reliable sources, this article is what was feared One member has already emailed and got a reply which obviously I can't crosspost without permission, in which the editor shows surprise at the views held by Emma Milne As if these poor hounds don't have enough to contend with In the end the buck should stop with Beverly Cuddy, she is the editor and publisher of the magazine, doesn't she read articles submitted to the magazine first? She must have realised the untold damage the article could do to the rehoming of ex-racing greyhounds and if she didn't, she shouldn't be in her job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytgirl Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 In the end the buck should stop with Beverly Cuddy, she is the editor and publisher of the magazine, doesn't she read articles submitted to the magazine first? She must have realised the untold damage the article could do to the rehoming of ex-racing greyhounds and if she didn't, she shouldn't be in her job. HEAR, HEAR stupid woman!!..not you why is she showing suprise at the article..as you say, does she allow ANYTHING to be printed in there?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 Seems she didn't read it before it got published - according to her she was doing her VAT returns ... https://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=74...556249934868381 I don't know Beverly Cuddy and I don't read the magazine, but I have noticed a few times her name cropping up linked to contentious and high profile stories the KC/Crufts breeding stuff to name but 1 - I would hate to think that the magazine is aiming to boost its circulation by venturing into the tabloid hysteria journalism so beloved of the red tops. I hope she is as shocked and genuinely concerned as she has said in her blog and takes immediate steps to not only distance themselves from the article but additionally publish a more positive and realistic article about greyhounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barb Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 I think Emma Milne is ASKING a lot of questions about racing greyhounds, how they are trained and reared and what happens at the end of thier racing career rather than saying they should all be put down.She says they are very submissive. I think she is trying to look from both sides. There are a lot osf "if it's" and "is it's" in the article. Maybe I am reading it differently to other people but I don't think she means to come over as anti greyhound. Barbara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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