heart of wales 19 Posted January 29, 2007 Report Share Posted January 29, 2007 My mate has an ex racing greyhound what mite be coimng out ferreting with us to catch any bolters, i was just wondering if it will take to it as its never been out before? Dont let me put you off giving the dog a chance but just make sure of the following before you let it off the lead He will come back to you He is broken to not only ferrets but stock ie sheep and cattle Bear in mind Track greyhounds have been trained to chase anything from a bit of bag to old wooly hat Good luck and good hunting let us know how you get on Quote Link to post
hairybull 3 Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 most ex- track dogs respond well to stock breaking after their career, be it cats, ferrets, or livestock but they are soft in regards to feet and shoulder injuries. Getting them used to balancing themselves and turning quick without running into a tree or hurting themselves seriously is the problem with them, but if you are willing to slowly put in the time and effort with them they can work well. (have had a few with one run across the paddock kept running out of sight or if they did stop it was because of broken toes/feet) Also in regards to height- my 30" stag could turn on a dime, stop and double back as quick as the rabbit and pick up and retrieve with ease so height shouldn't be a problem if they can turn well. Quote Link to post
Guest MOLLY Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 Good last 2 posts MOLL. Quote Link to post
Guest Lurcherbitch Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 most ex- track dogs respond well to stock breaking after their career, be it cats, ferrets, or livestock but they are soft in regards to feet and shoulder injuries. Getting them used to balancing themselves and turning quick without running into a tree or hurting themselves seriously is the problem with them, but if you are willing to slowly put in the time and effort with them they can work well. (have had a few with one run across the paddock kept running out of sight or if they did stop it was because of broken toes/feet)Also in regards to height- my 30" stag could turn on a dime, stop and double back as quick as the rabbit and pick up and retrieve with ease so height shouldn't be a problem if they can turn well. brill post. Quote Link to post
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