Is this fate?

[Alysser]

:D

http://www.greyhoundfriendsnj.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=520910

*cough* name *cough*

Is this fate trying to tell me something?

[chocolatepuppy]

Sure looks like fate to me.;)

[Miss Z]

Alyssa, she's absolutely adorable. I know your Sassy would have approved. :)

[Freedom]

Love her fawn coloring!

[jennielynn1970]

She is beautiful! Have you wanted a greyhound? I think they are gorgeous. I like the Italian greyhounds too... my brother has one that is a complete lap dog.

[*LabLoverKEB*]

Sassy is beautiful!!!

[boomersooner]

She looks beautiful..I've heard that the rescued greyhounds make wonderful pets....really laid back and a bit on the couch potato side.

[Alysser]

Have you wanted a greyhound?

YES!! I've wanted one since I first saw my neighbors. Maybe it's fate telling me I will wind up with a greyhound. They are perfect dogs for me, I can tell you that much. ;) They can be as active as they want, and then get really lazy. That's pretty much perfect for me. I showed my mom, but she didn't agree. She thought it was weird though, so shortly after Sassy's death. That was Sassy's most used nickname.

[Giselle]

Aww, well you know I'm always an advocate for grey adoption =) Once you're "inducted" into the greyhound world, you become sucked into a wonderful wonderful community. I've said it before and I'll say it again, Greyhound people are the best!

It almost makes you want to adopt the dog for the community :p Just kidding. I think we can support you in whatever decision you decide.

[Daisy and Delilah]

Awwwww!!! She's so pretty, Alyssa. I think it is fate:)

[pitc9]

Oh... she's beautiful!

I'm sure Sassy had a paw in this as well!;)

[cassiesmom]

Alyssa, if it IS fate, I hope it works out! Greyhound Sassy is beautiful!

[Pawsitive Thinking]

I have a feeling "someone" is directing things from RB ;)

[dukedogsmom]

I'd say! She's beautiful! I know Sassy just wants you to be happy. I hope it works out for you.

[Alysser]

I contacted GFNJ(via e-mail) about her. Of course, my mom still says no. But anyway, they said she arrived at the kennel June 15th, 2 days after Sas died. Weird, no? I also have come to the conclusion that LD's Sassafras isn't really the right dog for my family. It's not a good idea to get a dog now anyway. First of all, it says she is cat-tolerant with supervision which means she could hurt Star when I'm not home, etc. I mean there are always crates and stuff, but what if I am not there for a minute? Star isn't a cat but she's even smaller. We're not always home or able to supervise this. She would do best with another greyhound also. I don't have that, and it would be hard enough for me to get one. Two is absolutely unheard of!! Plus it's summer, I have a job, during the winter/fall/spring I have school. I'm too busy to take care of a dog. Last summer there was no job, and I was NEVER busy after school. But now, it just wouldn't work out.

Of course, when I get older I would sacrific not having smaller pets(dogs are more for me anyhow)/buying a fence/etc. for a greyhound because they are just amazing animals and I can't picture myself with another breed of dog ever again. I am saddened it would not work out, but it just wasn't meant to be. Plus when I'm older I can DEFINITELY get a dog without worrying about someone saying no to me. :rolleyes: For now, I will take this as a sign from Sassy that she's Okay and she's not mad at me for having made "the decision". I love you and still miss you, babe. :('

Also, I figure it would be foolish to just adopt the dog not suited for my family because of her name. I still think it is a sign of course but it just wouldn't be the smartest thing to do.

[chocolatepuppy]

I'm sorry for your disappointment Alyssa.:( I remember when my Mandy died, I found quite a few 'Mandys' on PF. They tugged at my heartstrings even though some of them weren't dogs I would normally be interested in. You'll know when the time is right to let a new pup into your life.:)

[Miss Z]

You'll know when the time is right to let a new pup into your life.:)

Agreed! :)

You have made a very mature and thoughtful decision. In a perfect world we would be able to have every pet we fell in love with and somehow be able to look after them all the time. Unfortunately, life isn't like that! You're right, your education, your job, and your personal life come before getting another pet. Sassy is an incredibly beautiful greyhound and I hope she finds herself a home as lovely as you could have given her. There's another pup out there who'll find it's way into your life in time. ;)

[4 Dog Mother]

Sounds like that it is best not to get Sassafras now. Signs are funny things. And I do believe in them. Since it is not a dog or a time that is right for your family I would say it is a sign that Sassy is telling you she is okay - how best but through your favorite breed of dog?

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Well done for not rushing into it. That's what makes you a great dog owner