Mexican War Streets House Tour

Early Sunday morning was stressful in the house because one of the resident greyhounds, Wavorly, needed to go to the emergency vet. All of the dogs picked up on her pain and our stress. Bella had difficulty settling down all night, also due to the fact a noisy neighbor decided to go on a very loud rant at 4 AM. That and the previous day's activities made for a very tired household.

We live in the Mexican War Streets on Pittsburgh's North Side. Sunday was the annual House and Garden Tour day and Greys Landing Greyhound Placement had a booth to promote Greyhound Adoption Awareness. Because everyone was so tired I decided to take Bella alone to the booth. Bella was very hesitant on being taking out of the house by herself. She had quite readily gone on her morning walk with Rio, but now was being asked to go by herself. She was unsure what was going to happen to her.

Bella was a bit anxious and tentative all day. She was more timid when it came to meeting people and other dogs. Bella met up with a small terrier and did quite well. She didn't want to hang out at the booth, but really wanted to go and roam the neighborhood.

I took her home for a few hours to rest and we returned to the booth to meet more potential adopters.

She was better the second time out, but was timid around most people. The rest she was quite happy to meet. Its seems as if when she is out she prefers to be active. There is plenty of time to rest once you get home.

Ligonier Highland Games

Saturday was a big day for the family. It was Ligonier Highland Games day. Greys Landing Greyhound Placement had plans to attend the games and walk around with the greyhounds, talking to people about what wonderful pets they make.

The gang did so well in the back that half way there we took off their muzzles. Once we got to the games we made a beeline to the field where the opening ceremonies featured the massed pipe bands. Bella didn't react at all to the sounds of the bagpipes and drums. She took in the crowds and noises very well.

We met a lot of lovely people at the games. Bella got a chance to meet up with other greyhounds and enjoyed their company. Once again Bella was ready to go and see more after a brief afternoon rest.