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Italian Greyhounds/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer many questions about training, behavioral issues, health, and conformation. Also I can answer questions about what types of dogs these are and if this is the right breed for you.
Experience in the area
I have worked with Italian Greyhounds in both showing and rescue for over 5 years, experienced almost every type of issue with this breed that could be imagined and have successfully trained, many "untrainable" dogs. I have been responsible to find homes suitable for IG's and have had an excellent success rate in placements into a "forever" homes of dogs given to rescue or turned to rescue by shelters that would have otherwise euthanized.
Education/Credentials
I have learned most of what I know through mentorships with breeders of the breed that have been involved for 20 years, asking a lot of questions and paying attention to the dogs signals.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katrina | 04/30/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Tracy thank you so much for your ..... |
| Allyson | 03/03/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for a speedy ..... |
| Robyn | 09/25/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Such a helpful response. I'm so thankful ..... |
| Scott | 06/20/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Good information, and new information I hadn't ..... |
| Elaine | 02/16/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | This was a great, very detailed response ..... |
Recent Answers from Tracy Rousseau
2012-05-12 Iggy thin skin issue:
I apologize for the delay, I am traveling. Iggies can get thinner skin on their belly as they get older, very young dogs shouldn't have too much of a problem but over 6 you will start to see some thinning
2012-04-25 Iggy potty problem:
Hi Katrina! I am so sorry you are having these issues but I have to tell you, this is a very very common problem with this breed. It can be very frustrating but it sounds like you are a trooper and will
2012-03-02 Agressive IG:
First, please don't think you have done anything wrong. IG's go through phases just like children and this is part of that. It does need to be nipped before it gets worse, but you haven't done anything
2011-09-24 Housetraining problems with young rescue IG:
Hello Robyn, I apologize for taking so long to return an answer, I was out today. What you are experiencing is very typical IG behavior. Housetraining is the biggest issue with this breed and can literally
2011-07-01 Weird Behavior:
I am not sure I understand what you mean by she tends to squat weirdly afterward? Is she walking in a weird squat or just squatting for short periods? I have never had or heard of an IG having this
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