Murphy's Law

Its Raining Again

2012-01-26T09:47:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, south east Queensland including the house of hound has been hammered by extreme rainfall over the last two days. While we are all fine (just a bit soggy), roads are cur, a lot of people have been flooded and needed rescuing from their cars and homes.

While its stopped raining today, more rain is expected tomorrow so we are all hoping that the forecast is wrong.

Cutlet is pleased to see her paddock is no longer underwater.

Dad worked from home to make sure we greys stayed safe and dry. Prancer helped him out the only way he knows.

Just near the house of hound.

Anyway Readers, it is Australia day after all so I'm off the throw a soggy shrimp on the BBQ.

Until next time - Murphy.

Ouch

2012-01-14T15:32:00.000+10:00

Hello Readers, brother Eddie has broken his toe while having zoomies in the back yard.

Mum and Dad took him to the vet with me along for moral support. They helped to xray him and then Dad helped the vet to sedate Eddie and put a cast on his leg. He is back home now, still very groggy and talking about alien abductions or something. Anyway, his leg should be fine in a month or so.

A sleeping Eddie away with the pixies.

Awake and back with us.

We all signed his cast for him.

Anyway Readers, I must be off to see if I can comfort brother Eddie (and pinch the treat Mum and Dad got for him).Until next time, bye for now - Murphy.

Happy 2012 Everybody.

2012-01-02T11:19:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers and a very happy new year to you all. We headed off to Brighton today to celebrate the new year with a walk and play in the ocean. It was a lovely morning, not too hot but great weather for a paddle. It was also low tide so we could wade out onto the sand banks.

I hope you enjoy the pictures -

An arty opening shot to set the scene.

This fine equine left soon after he realised he wasn't the fastest creature at the beach anymore.

Wally and Homer pre walk (or is that Homer and Wally?)

The hound pack out at sea.

Pumpkin decides Aunty Leanne isn't wet enough and takes steps to remedy the situation.

Jayjay and Pumpkin cooling off.

Aliens amongst us? The stingrays soon left for quieter realms once the hounds arrived.

Tabs takes Marissa for a splash.

Air Sea rescue was on hand (they must have heard about my buoyancy deficiency issues. Oh the shame!)

The Krakens have been released! Or is it just Hope and Eddie?

Many hounds and their humans.

Can't afford a ski boat? Just buy a greyhound instead.

Marnie and her pack pose for a photo.

"Release the hounds!"

Eddie practices his photo bombing (front and centre).

A paddling Prancer and friends.

Happy memories are made of this.

Well Readers, I hope you get everything you desire and deserve in the coming year. Stay safe and always cuddle your hounds before you leave them.

Until next time its bye for now - Murphy (this damn sand gets into everywhere!).

Merry Christmas To All

2011-12-18T15:37:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, Christmas is almost upon us so I would like to wish you all a very safe and happy Christmas with your family from all of us here at the House of Hound.

Love from Eddie, Hope, Homer, Yours truly, Jess, Prancer and Honey - not in shot due to her short wee leggies.

Bye for now - Murphy (see you after the turkey, ham and pudding have been dispatched).

Brisbane City Council's Afternoon in the Park

2011-12-04T18:24:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, as the year draws to a close we attended our penultimate promotion at the Brisbane City Council's afternoon in the park. It was much cooler today so we greyhounds were able to have a sprint around the park before the locals arrived.

I hope you enjoy the photographs -

Hope blows away the cobwebs watched by Mum and Eddie.

Councillor Victoria welcomes everybody to the event.

In da hood? No gang colours allowed!

Our old friend Xena was there. She stayed up high to avoid the hordes of small fluffies.

"Air kisses darling, merry Christmas!"

Somebody is taking the sit command a little too far!

Sara and the object of her affection.

"I left my glasses in my other coat. Sorry I can't see your name tag."

Jess was there in her Christmas costume.

Small fluffies abounded at today's event.

The Christmas Westie was there as well.

Everybody wanted to know where Cole got his neckerchief.

The GAP team watch the fun and games.

One of my fans visited the face painting display before stopping by for a pat.

Well Readers, I hear my dinner being prepared so I must be off. I hope its tasty!. Bye for now - Murphy.

GAP Christmas Breakfast 2011

2011-11-26T13:06:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, today was the 2011 GAP Christmas get together. We headed off to Decker park Sandgate for a walk followed by breakfast along the bay. It was a lovely day to celebrate GAP's achievements over the past few months since Gail joined the team. As you'll see from the photographs there were a lot of happy hounds and their humans there today.

The start of a lovely day on the bay.

Sign being upgraded to "Bring snacks, greyhound territory"

Sara was there...

... as was Oscar.

Getting to know everybody...

... usually results in a bit of greyhound maypole dancing.

An idol of the local tribe.

One of theses hounds is not like the others?

Many, many hounds.

Taking back the walking path from cyclists and other miscreants for its intended purpose.

These little guys stopped to let the parade of hounds pass.

Cooling off at the nearest patch of sand.

Spot the water babies.

Michelle with Charlie and Bailey.

Sara teaches the greys a new trick.

Mum and Eddie...

... who has been watching way too much Crocodile Dundee.

Mine...mine...mine...mine... etc.

Me chillin' at the beach.

Pumpkin takes Aunty Leanne for a dip.

It was great to catch up with all the hounds and their peeps.

Cooling off after we got back to the park...

... where Peter had breakfast waiting. mmm...bacon.

Venus with her family.

Well Readers, I must be off for a snooze while Mum and Dad de-sand Eddie and Hope. Take care and until next time be kind to your hounds - Murphy.

IPAC Lifestyle Event

2011-11-15T09:08:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, GAP was invited to attend the IPAC lifestyle event at the St Lucia golf course last night. Prancer and I put on our best evening wear collars and headed off to the clubhouse with Mum and Dad.

I hope you enjoy the pictures -

I thought it was only some dogs that wasted time chasing balls around a park?

Prancer and I ready to greet the guests.

It was so hot yesterday that one of my fans bought us water in a lovely silver ice bucket.

I've never seen mangoes like these ones before.

Catching up on how my portfolio is performing in the current market (curse you Berlusconi!).

Dad with greyhound adoption advocate Dr Harry Cooper.

Anyway readers, I promised Prancer that I wouldn't mention his attempt to steal the canapes or the fact he went snout down in some body's champagne glass so I won't. See you next time readers - Bye for now - Murphy.

Hope & Eddie's 1st Birthday

2011-11-12T10:41:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, the past few weeks have seen both Hope and Eddie have their 1st birthday. Mum made them a special "cake" today which we all shared.

"Cake?, did somebody say cake?"

Prancer pretends that he isn't interested...

...before launching a preemptive strike before the birthday boy and girl can blow out the candle.

Order restored, Hope makes a wish.

All we got from Eddie was "Nom, nom, nom"

Anyway Readers, we are still trying to find the candle but are sure it will eventually pass! Have a great weekend and bye for now - Murphy.

Peninsula Animal Aid Fund Raiser

2011-10-30T14:29:00.001+10:00

Hi readers, it was off to Kroll Gardens today to help raise funds for the local animal aid charity. It was a a very hot morning with thunderstorms likely later in the afternoon. There were heaps of people and dogs there and we had a greyt time.

I hope you enjoy the pictures -

Aunty Gail with one of GAP's test dogs. Meet Cole the coolie.

These hounds paid us a visit.

This big guy decided that our water dish was the place to be.

Jaydee with Tina the small fluffy.

"So what, I like Buzz Lightyear ok?"

Big Wally with a little visitor.

This big bruiser was there.

Jaydee wonders how humans got to be the dominant species?

Eddie gives out some lovin'.

The PAA girls ran the BBQ. I don't remember Dad's BBQ catching on fire and almost taking out his car. He must have been doing it wrong.

This young whippet pup sped in to say hi.

There was something not quite right about this critter.

The lovely Miley was all smiles today.

Me catching 40 winks (Due to the heat, of course).

Anyway Readers, after Prancer's radio interview and our visit to the park today I'm off for a snooze. Bye for now - Murphy.

GAP Radio Interview

2011-10-30T13:15:00.002+10:00

Hi Readers, Aunty Gail and Prancer were interviewed yesterday, you can hear the interview by clicking here which will take you to the facebook link.

Anyway Readers, I must be off. Bye for now - Murphy.

Please Vote For Us

2011-10-29T09:50:00.000+10:00

Please vote for GAP here

Thanks

Murphy

Petbarn Underwood Weekend Promo.

2011-10-23T18:20:00.001+10:00

Hi everybody, the GAP team was at Underwood this weekend for the Petbarn fun days.

Heaps of our south side extended family showed up to say hi and many, many sausages were BBQed and consumed - even the humans got some. GAP raised heaps of money, Aunty Gail got to meet more of our adopters/ foster families and I got fed a steady stream of treats so its all good.

I hope you enjoy the pictures -

Visit Petbarn for all your hound related needs.

A plug for the GAP team.

Eddie in his bandanna ready to go.

Me scoffing down a pilfered goody from the store.

I kept a close eye on Dad as he manned the BBQ over the weekend. He couldn't have done it without my supervision.

Mum and Hope talk hounds with a visitor to the stand.

Mum tries using treats to train Hope into thinking children are great. Dad says she tried the same thing on him with the same result!

Me having a special moment.

Aunty Gail gives Eddie a snuggle.

Hope takes some time out from her children ~~brainwashing~~ training for a hug.

Bree and her family dropped in to say hi.

I introduce Eddie to Bree who I met at the ekka.

Many, many hounds and their happy humans.

I get a neck rub from a visitor to the stand.

Belle putting on a pretty face for the camera.

Belle's friend Kyle was there as well.

The friendly fellow was on the south side dog obedience display next to ours.

This ~~labraoddle~~ ~~poodlenoodle~~ ~~doorapoo~~ curly guy was there.

Eddie gets a pat from a passing family.

Elyse the vet nurse from the Deagon surgery was there to promote the proplan line of hound food.

Spotted on the loose inside Petbarn.

Me checking out the range of snacks on sale this weekend.

Eddie realises with horror that the last sausage has been sold.

Well Readers, after two days of being fed, cuddled and pampered I need a long nap to recover. GAP will be at Kroll Gardens at Kipparing next Sunday so please drop in to say hi if you are nearby. Bye for now - Murphy.

Must Love Dogs Spring Promo

2011-10-09T19:24:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, today Aunty Gail, her son Jordan and the house of hound team headed out to Ferny Grove for the must love dogs fun day.

It was so hot today which was completely different to yesterdays rain and cool temperatures. I hope you like the photos -

"I mean, who doesn't love us?"

Ariel dropped in to say high.

Me posing with a young fan.

This little guy paid us a visit.

Me rocking the GAP neckerchief.

Eddie gets some loving.

This is Charlie's local park and he was happy to test out the dog beds.

The horror - like something from a nightmare the small fluffies didn't settle all day and then pretended they could race. LOL!

"I'll have you Jimmy!". Hope decides to pounce on Dad as he tries to take a photo.

Mission accomplished, Hope smiles for a photo.

The team find the small fluffies off camera very amusing. Betsy is muzzled as she is still undergoing her assessment.

Chatting about hounds.

"What on earth are those things?" asks Betsy. She had no interest in these two visitors whatsoever.

Star smiles for her picture.

Bailey the whippet chills out in the hot weather.

The complete set - Iggy, Whippet and Greyhound all together.

This young man kept the water dish topped up.

Anyway Readers, I'm off for a lie down in the cool and then perhaps a little dinner. Until next time - Murphy.

Guide Dogs Qld Octoberfetch

2011-10-02T16:37:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, the GAP team headed off to Petrie park today to support Qld Guide dogs on their Octoberfetch day. It so windy that Chihuahuas were flapping about on the end of their leads like washing on a clothesline. Other than that, a greyt day was had by all.

It was also terrific to note how well socialised the visiting dogs were and how responsible their owners were, well done to everybody who attended.

I hope you like the photos -

Some of the locals performing swan lake at Petrie park.

"Dad, I'm scared". This guy has just seen a Chinese crested on the loose.

Both the police and army were in attendance today.

The lost dogs home pet register service was there offering their Australia wide service.

Honourary greyhound Daisy was on the stand with us today.

There were heaps of different breeds at the park today although we were the cutest.

Alby rocks his GAP hat and wowed the crowd at his first promo. Alby is looking for a home and is a lovely boy.

Luckily this little guy found a place out of the wind.

"My nose tells me that the GAP stand is this way"

The Guide dog promo team who are our friends from the Ekka.

It was such a lovely spring day today that a lot of people bought a picnic with them.

Jayjay with one of his friends from the dog park ( I think I saw this guy in the movie Mars attacks?)

Many, many greyhounds with their humans.

Former house of hound foster fabulous Freddy catches up with Wally.

The cue to see me was huge (almost as long as the line for a coffee!)

A sniffer dog gives the all clear on my snack box (At least, I hope that's what he means!). On second thoughts, I've never seen that box before.

Enjoying the sunshine.

Aunty Michelle trys to talk this family into getting some real dogs next time.

Alby and Jayjay show Travolta and Jackson how to do cool.

Maggie gets a cuddle.

Hope's mortal enemy the mascot was there.

This little guy won a lot of hearts. To give you an idea of how tiny he is that object in the background is Loki's head.

Me planning my raid on the sausage sizzle stand next to ours.

Hope and Daisy with GAP volunteer Tricia.

This Tibetan ridge back attracted a lot of attention.

Former house of hound foster Dolly won the fancy dress parade for her Aussie lifesaver costume.

Old hand Jayjay gives new boy Eddie the lowdown on promos. Eddie did very well on his first day.

Well Readers, thats it for me today. I'm off to dream about sausages and pats from my adoring public. Bye for now - Murphy.

GAP Television Promo

2011-09-27T18:08:00.000+10:00

Here it is Readers and its very nicely done.

The only thing missing is me! Bye for now - Murphy.

GAP NSW

2011-09-11T13:50:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, a nice story from our sister group in NSW. In more exciting news, GAP Victoria will be advertising greyhound adoption on free to air TV soon. Talk about greyt news for us hounds. Bye for now - Murphy.

A tiny large hound

2011-09-03T17:20:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, a lot of people think that greyhounds require a heap of room if you want to keep one a a pet. Nothing could be further from the truth. We are very quiet dogs (read lazy/bone idle - editor) that are happiest just lounging around with our families.

We do like a short walk once a or twice a day if we are in a unit or have no access to a back yard but 5 - 10 minutes is more than enough for us.

Sister Jess demonstrates the minimal needs of the hound as regards a place to sleep (To bad its Mum's chair but you can't have everything).

Anyway Readers, I see Dad has gone into the kitchen and I must now decide if I should a) pinch his chair b) follow him and hope for a treat c) both of the above. I think we all know what choice I will make. "Coming Dad", bye for now - Murphy.

Special Ed?

2011-09-03T17:03:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, let me introduce you to Eddie who is fostering with us at the house of hound.

Eddie is 11 months old and is expected to reach 40-45 kgs when he is fully filled out (thats 88-99 pounds for the non metrically inclined). He needs a good feed up at the moment and we have discovered he loves warm pasta with sardines mixed through it. Given his love of Pasta Con Sarde we suspect he may be an Italian greyhound with a thyroid condition!

As you can see, his interests include gardening and water conservation.

Oversized Iggy or not, he is a lovely boy who loves to cuddle and will make some two legger a great dog one day.

I think that I hear my chef preparing dinner so its bye for now - Murphy.

2011 Greyhound Lounge at the RNA "Ekka"

2011-08-21T09:41:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, the GAP team have been flat out for the past ten days at the RNA Brisbane show (known locally as the "ekka"). We were in our usual location in the dog pavilion and have had so many pats and cuddles that we may have lost some fur.

We found homes for six greys during the show and support for GAP has surged over the last six weeks with heaps of trainers calling us to put their hounds on the program, foster carers calling to offer their help and our wonderful volunteers are happier than ever.

I hope you enjoy the pics -

The lounge looked terrific this year.

We had heaps of school children visit us for cuddles.

Gypsy checking out the crowds.

Prancer with four young ladies.

Lola seeks sanctuary from the crowds.

Miss Brady from St Dympna's year six media studies class interviews mum about me greyhounds as pets.

A couple of cuties with me (I hope the shampoo works on those growths).

Wally gets some lovin'.

Prancer has a special moment.

This big blue guy kept watch over us.

Breezer checks out this human pup.

Beehives anybody?

Batman and his optimistic T shirt dropped by.

Maggie cuddles up to her mum Tricia and her auntie Brooke.

Breezer and I hard at work.

Mechie Murph the money box gets fed a coin.

The show fairies dropped in to say hi.

Annalise dropped in to record a short segment on the lounge. It should be on www.ninemsn.com.au soon.

More cuddles for Gypsy.

Prancer pinched my spot on the lounge for a cuddle with a visitor to the stand.

Go team brindle!

Prancer in trouble with my security detail.

Wally spots another dodgy toupee in the show ring.

Mum and Prancer.

Breezer at the end of her shift.

We had lots of visits from wheelies and got a heap of cuddles.

Tom the PR dog for Guide dogs Queensland dropped by to tell us about October Fetch.

This young fellow thought it was funny to interrupt my nap.

Hairdresser to the stars Joh Bailey dropped in to discuss a rinse to cover my grey and tell us he was missing his greyhound fancy.

A young fan reads me a bed time story about steak. Mmmm... steak!

Me voguing.

Rosie on the look out for somebody to adopt her.

The crowds flocking to see me.

Me taking my afternoon break after snoozing on the couch.

Well, that's it from me Readers. The GAP staff are having a few days off before we get back into the job of placing hounds with families. I'll be dreaming about the ekka for a long time to come. Bye for now - Murphy.

Teaser Trailer?

2011-08-13T19:25:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, check back next weekend to see what has these young lovelies so excited! - Bye for now - Murphy.

The Boy From Oz - part 2!

2011-08-09T16:35:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, parrt two of Todd's story on greyhounds is available on the link. Enjoy! - Murphy.

The Boy From Oz

2011-07-30T07:43:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, click on the picture to watch Todd McKenney talk about his greyhound fostering, his own adopted greyhounds and his love for the breed.

Bye for now - Murphy.

2011 Samford Show

2011-07-18T11:27:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, The GAP team headed out to Samford for their local show this weekend. Although the weather was looking bleak, the crowds improved so that we were able to dish out lots of greyhound love to my public.

I hope you enjoy the pics -

T'was a cold and rainy morning as we set up.

Possibly the only warm people at the showgrounds.

Chatting about hounds.

Prancer reaches out and touches someone.

Me getting some pats.

Bubble boy was there.

April greets some visitors.

Ariel with her dad.

Prancer all kitted out.

"Why the long face?" Ariel and I ready to go.

Mechy moo was on the stand next to us.

Sally has a snooze in the GAP vehicle.

Prancer wins more fans.

"Sure that's a fine greyhound you have there English". The Amish express leaves for town.

April with Madeline.

I get some lovin' from some visitors.

Madeline gets caught napping.

"What do you mean break is over?"

Prancer cuddles up to two Young hound fanciers.

"Murphy, look at me, look at me". One of my fans goes to extreme measures to attract my attention.

The rare meat eating lamb was on display at the show.

Somebody thinks he hears some beef jerky packets being opened by Lyndsay in the stall next to ours.

"Don't taser me bro". The officer on the right goes for his stun gun when this guy interrupts my security team's morning tea.

All tuckered out and on the way home after two hard days of ~~laying about~~ working hard.

A big thanks to Lucinda, Dianne. Andrew and Madeline for their help over the weekend. Anyway, it must be time for a snooze. Bye for now - Murphy.

Happy Harry Gets His Forever Home

2011-07-10T12:00:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, we have had Harry staying with us this weekend as he is being adopted tonight.

Harry is a lovely fellow, very friendly with us all and he loves a good play. He is even getting along with Honey the cougar which is a rare thing indeed.

Harry the toy collector at work!

Playing with Hope who has been digging to China.

Harry snoozes with the cougar after his garden games.

Anyway Readers, I'm off for a Sunday afternoon snooze before Harry's new Mum arrives to take him home. Bye for now - Murphy.

The Cougar

2011-06-25T08:23:00.000+10:00

Mum took Honey (aka the Cougar, aka the Westie Warrior, aka the Cairn Crusher) to work with her yesterday to help with the greyhound assessment process. She fooled the RQ staff with her cute looks but my fellow house mates and I know the truth!

Another grey ignores Honey and passes her test.

No greyhounds were harmed by Honey so all is well. She slept right through the night after her big day out and is back to her cantankerous old self today.

Until next time - Your friend and cougar whipping boy Murphy.

GAP on the 7PM Project

2011-06-13T16:03:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, here is a story by Dr Chris Brown shown on the 7PM project about adopting a greyhound through GAP.

The only problem about this video is that I'm not in it. Orange Aid indeed! - Bye for now- Murphy.

My 6th Birthday

2011-06-12T17:54:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, it was my 6th birthday today.

We all had pigs ears for lunch (except for Mum and Dad who don't seem to care for them). Then it was time for my cake.

"What, for me? How lovely" My favorite thing - food.

I was one happy hound when I realised I was the only one who had a cake. Mum shared some with the other hounds later.

Smoke gets in your eyes. I've just blown out the candle.

"Another?, don't mind if I do!"

Well readers, thats it from me on this cold and rainy day. I'm off for my dinner and a long snooze. Until next time - The birthday boy.

2011 Brookfield Show

2011-05-22T21:28:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, as I mentioned in my last post its a busy time for me and the rest of GAP as promo season is in full swing. We have just spent three days at the Brookfield show which is always a greyt place to be.

Despite some very soggy conditions and a relocation to the art building we all had fun, sold heaps of greyhound merchandise, ate lots of goodies and of course gave out a lot of hound love.

I hope you enjoy the pictures -

Prancer ready for action.

Aunty Leanne with Pumpkin and a young admirer.

Andrew gives Hope a cuddle. Hasn't she grown into a big girl!

Precision horse stacking was on display.

As was precision vintage motorcycle stacking.

Pumpkin wants ears just like her uncle Prancer when she grows up.

These children were horrified to learn that I had gone on lunch and they would have to wait an hour to pat me.

Prancer scoffs down some saffron rice during his break.

Pumpkin practices planking on her mum.

Aunty Leanne won the chicken chasing contest by a nose.

The pensioner round up is a new event at this years show.

Pumpkin's flatulence reached new heights. Its weaponisation is being researched in a top secret laboratory.

Prancer hamming it up in some old hats we found.

Pumpkin turns the cute factor up to 11.

And receives a stern warning from the local police about breaking the cuteness barrier.

Loki trys his luck in a game of skill.

Some 3D ceramic mosaics by local artist John Fegan.

Loki suffers stoically through the obligatory silly hat photo.

Jaydee gives me a helping paw.

The cause of the sudden increase in serious brain injuries at Brookfield may have been found.

These three lovely ladies posed with Pumpkin for the local paper.

Me with one of the locals.

Ever wonder what happens to old girl guides? Wonder no more. Mmmm cookies!

Five days old and believed to be delicious.

Jess helped out at the pony ride concession for the day. Is SPAP the next adoption programme to be started in Queensland?

This young lady drops in every year to get her greyhound fix. She bought her mum back today to meet us all.

Prancer says "told you I was a lap dog". The numbness in Mum's legs is slowly fading.

This cowgirl gives Miley a pat.

A final cuddle for Jaydee before we all headed home exhausted.

Well Readers, I'm off for a three day snooze-a-thon. Check back soon for details on the Dayboro and Samford shows. Bye for now - Murphy.

Dog's Breakfast at Decker Park

2011-05-15T13:35:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, it seems that everybody wants a piece of the Murpster. Today we headed off to Brighton for the Brisbane City Council's Dog's Breakfast.

It was another great day in the Sunshine State and heaps of people turned up. We thought that the numbers would be down as the RSPCA's million paws walk was also on but we were wrong. Aunty Leanne went to that event and said there were heaps of hounds there as well. Of course, if you have ever had a greyhound as a pet then you would know how greyt we are. If you haven't, what are you waiting for ??

Have a look at these pics, I hope you enjoy them.

Honey the cougar came with us today to make up the numbers. Little did she suspect it was also her annual bath day.

Hope and I in our lounge jackets pre-show.

It warmed up later in the morning.

Someone opened a tin of small fluffies in the dog park and chaos followed.

BCC local councillor for Deagon Victoria Newton poses with me. I was distracted by the small fluffies savaging each other.

Fabulous Freddy the former foster trys out the balance beam.

Fabulous Freddy's mate Reba give visitors to the stand a smile.

The Pugboks were there.

As was this fancy young lady.

A meeting of the minds?

OK now darlings, give me a profile shot!

State member for Sandgate Vicky Darling poses with Mum, Hope, Honey and I along with her daughter and Crystal the lab.

Somebody call Ripleys, a greyhound lost an eating contest. Freddy suspects it was rigged.

Look at the turn up and the weather.

Mmmm...free BBQ breakfast.

The Brisbane City Council staff giving advice to a pet owner.

This shaggy dog waiting for a turn to compete in the best behaved dog competition. No greyhounds were entered for some reason?

Mum was unable to resolve the feud between Hope and Reggie the BCC mascot.

Reggie lined up for a bath. I hope Honey left her some hot water.

A picture of Mum, Dad and visitors to the stand with their humans.

Anyway readers, after two solid days of promos I am off for a long long nap before dinner. See you all next time - Murphy.

PS, see you all at the Brookfield show next weekend.

Wholesale Nurseries Australia Fun Day

2011-05-14T17:27:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, Hope and I joined Mum , Dad and Aunty Leanne at the Wholesale Nurseries Australia Fun Day at Pimpama today.

It was a lovely day with the weather being just right. We love to get out and spread the word about greyhound adoption and these promos always get a good level of enquiry.

I hope you enjoy the pics-

Ready to go!

This ginger human pup and I watch each other warily.

Hope wins a heart.

Morning tea time, Mmmmmmmmmmmmm!

Pumpkin sits for some banana bread (or was that Banana sits for some pumpkin bread?)

Mum and I taking about hounds.

Me getting a scritch.

More talkin' about hounds.

An aerial shot of pumpkin getting mobbed by fans.

Hope gets a lift from Mum.

Don't pat her, pat me, pat me pleads Jaydee.

Human pups were on sale somewhere.

Part of my international fan club dropped in to say hi.

This young possum was a hit with the visitors. I'm sure I have a possum grits recipe somewhere.

Thats its from me for today Readers. I'm off for a snooze after our busy day out and then it will be dinner time. Until next time - Murphy.

Petbarn Underwood Fun Day

2011-05-01T21:56:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, we were invited to Petbarn at Underwood today to run a BBQ meet and greet. It was a lovely Autumn day with fine weather and a good position.

We had heaps of visitors and met a lot of friendly non greyhound lifeforms. Dad did his BBQ thing and we raised some good funds for GAP in the process (He said cooking for Princess Diana, Fleetwood Mac and Cyndi Lauper was ok but nothing compared to the thrill of cooking snags for hungry hounds and their families). Thanks to Petbarn for donating the BBQ and food to make the day a success.

Many, many pigs ears were also consumed today! See some more pics from the weekend at Teela G Photography on facebook here or on the web here.

I hope you enjoy the photos -

Ready to go!

Leela dreams of snacks.

Hope scored a two for one in the pigs ear hunt.

So many pigs ears, so little time!

After the snacking comes the snoozing.

Puppy Hope dreams about the hunt and the rewards!

Tom the cocker-spaniel dropped in to say hi.

Tom's human puppy enjoys a sausage unaware of the lurking hounds trying to distract her.

Leela looking smooth and relaxed.

Is there a code duello for puppies at five paces?

This old boy paid us a visit.

As did this young whipper snapper.

After such a long and tiring day sometimes a hound just needs her mum.

I'll leave the final word on the day to Logan from Teela G Photography who was our honourary greyhound for a day. Bye for now Readers - Murphy.

Easter Long Weekend

2011-04-26T18:41:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, it was an extra long weekend for we Aussies this year as the ANZAC day public holiday fell straight after Easter Monday.

We spent the time tidying up the house and making sure that the Hope didn't get into any chocolate eggs as they are toxic to we hounds (or so Dad says, I'm not sure I trust him about that!).

Dad and I snapped some pics of our recreational time outside. I hope you enjoy the photos -

Hope guards her fort as the others sneak up on her.

No Easter bunnies were harmed during the making of this blog.

Homer shows off his classic good looks by striking a pose.

Prancer and I watching the games.

Listen, do you smell something?

A quick game of chase the pup.

Hope decides that her tennis ball is more fun.

Jess closes in on her quarry.

Jess denies any wrong doing in her game play.

Well, its time for another carob egg so I'll see you all later. Bye for now - Murphy.

Bed Warmer

2011-04-19T07:35:00.000+10:00

subtitled - "Why you should keep the bedroom door closed when you own a greyhound". Hi Readers, with Mum sleeping in the guest room until she gets over dose of kennel cough, Prancer decided that he could put the spare side of the bed to good use.

Dad was not happy to find that Prancer had heated up his side of the bed for him. Has he no shame (or modesty)?

Prancer makes himself at home while the rest of us make do with our beds on the floor.

I just hope Mum can get him off the bed when she is better! Bye for now - Murphy.

Dog's Breakfast at Boondall

2011-04-10T17:37:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, GAP was invited the the Brisbane City Council's dog's breakfast at Deagon today. It was a lovely cool morning and we were able to catch up with heaps of our north side friends. It was really to great to see Blaze and Aimes (who lost a leg to cancer about ten weeks ago and who looked amazing).

I managed to talk the local councillor into adopting a greyhound and generally continued the spread the good word. It was also pup Hope's first promo and she did really well except for meeting the BCC's mascot. She decided that a strategic retreat was in order and hid in the cranky crate until the threat passed.

Mum and aunty Leanne with Leela, Hope and yours truly.

Fabulous Freddy the former foster fanboy and Reba dropped in to say hi.

Freddy always loves a cuddle.

Reba is very happy her mum bought her a greyhound to play with.

Hope checking out the action. She was very well behaved and won a lot of hearts.

Me meeting one of the locals.

A non greyhound life form that scared Hope. The human it had eaten later escaped and came over to apologise.

OK, who opened a tin of greyhound puppies in the park?

Oh great, another puppy. At least Mum and Dad didn't bring this one home.

Kelly a local grey dropped in to say hi and model a very spiffy Aussie racing vest.

After we left the promo we took Hope over to meet her granny and grand dad at Gaythorne (but I'm still their favorite).Well Readers, that's all from me and I'm off to join Hope for a snooze after my busy day. Until next time - bye for now - Murphy.

Greyt Mates Walk @ Toowong.

2011-04-03T17:26:00.001+10:00

Prancer and I went to the Greyt Mates walk at Toowong this morning. We arrived at the lovely Anzac Park (that the government wants to turn into a freeway, much to the disgust of the locals) to catch up with loads of friends and their humans.

We even had the agility park to ourselves once the owner of a small fluffy pooch decided that retreat was the better part of valour!

I hope you enjoy the pics -

Jay Jay and Honey check out something used for "agility".

Leanne's pack was up to no good at the park.

Um, this photo has nothing to do with the preceding pic. Move along, nothing to see here!

I think its good for human children to have an outdoor hobby in these high tech days.

Sara meets her potential forever Dad at the park.

This young human pup works on his time through the pipe obstacle.

I, on the other hand, have always felt agility is for the weak minded. I continue my silent protest here.

There is always one show off in the bunch!

Chatting about hounds.

Its very hot here, no line cuts allowed.

Charlie puts on an uncharacteristic dash of speed.

These noisy chaps arrived early to make sure the neighbours were awake.

Leela prefers the personal touch when thirsty.

Here I am after the walk getting ready to visit Grand Dad who is just out of hospital.

Well Readers, that's all from me on this relaxing Sunday. Until next time - Murphy.

Saturday Snoozes

2011-04-02T15:19:00.000+10:00

Brother Homer chilling out to some of his favorite music.

Anyway, I'm off to steal his dinner while his is mellowed out - bye for now - Murphy.

Hope & ... Freddy?

2011-03-20T17:52:00.002+10:00

Hi Readers, Freddy the former house of hound foster is now Freddy the current house of hound boarder as he is staying with us while his Mum & Dad are on holidays. Dad snapped this picture today of the two "little angels" at rest.

"I want to be as big as you when I grow up" Hope the greyhound puppy tells Freddy.

Anyway, I'm off to silence these pretenders and prove that I am the cutest in the land. Bye for now - Murphy.

Pet Cafe Hydrobath Day

2011-03-13T17:46:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, it was another very hot and humid day today. Dad and I went to the GAP hound wash at the Pet Cafe Albany Creek. Business was steady and Auntie Karen and Dad washed heaps of pooches while I supervised.

I hope you like the pics!

At the Pet Cafe.

Leanne searches for some spa power.

Birthday girl Jess minds the hounds.

Karen and Jess spritz up a GAP foster.

Talking about hounds.

Dr Karen's all natural spa products

Always check the label before washing your hound to avoid shrinkage.

Me keeping an eye on the pet food situation.

Eau de humanity, for the love of God , no! No amount of spa treatment will get this pooch into the bath.

Presley dropped by for a cheese burger and hydro bath.

Jack has a cuddle after his bath.

Anyway Readers, I got a touch too much sun today so I am off for a snooze before dinner. Until next time - Murphy.

Unseasonably Hot Day + Juvenile Hound + Water = Fun!

2011-03-05T10:24:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, its supposed to by Autumn here but somebody hasn't told summer to pack his bags.

Our foster Jack thought he might help Dad cleaning the dogarium. Not much work got done but he had a great time not doing it.

I hope you enjoy the pics.

Timing is everything when hunting your prey.

Attack!

Anyway, the water put up a valiant fight but Jack eventually won out. He is inside now trying to steal peanut butter from Homer. Such energy.

Bye for now - Murphy.

Woofstock

2011-02-20T18:23:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, what a hot day it was today with the mercury reaching 36 degrees Celsius (which is really really hot in the old money). Mum and Dad went to Albion Park to represent GAP Qld at Woofstock but we decided it was best that we stay cool at home.

We found out later that there was some sort of hippie protest outside the gates while woofstock was underway. Dad says thanks to the protest organisers as the protest increased awareness of the good work GAP does tenfold which resulted in heaps of new adoption applications.

The remaining grateful dead groupies arrived in a vehicle like this. Luckily the stand was upwind.

Security was on hand due to the increased chance of unwashed interlopers gaining access.

For those that don't know, Albion park is a horse and greyhound racetrack. I know Australians will bet on anything but this is ridiculous.

Woofstock, groovy baby!

Leanne and Marnie with the hounds at the GAP stand.

This happy Shar Pei dropped by looking for treats.

A young greyhound fancier gets up close and personal with a visiting grey.

A hippie disguised as a RAAF MP comes unstuck.

This woolly boy dropped in to have some ice water.

Q: Where does a very large Great Dane lay down?
A: Anywhere it wants to.

Bazza shows his style.

Some young fans chat about the hot weather with Bazza.

Get your GAP merchandise here! (or here)

Cuddles for Daisy and chats for the team.

Daisy used her Jedi mind powers - "Adopt me, for I am the one you seek".

Marnie and Loki promote one of our sponsors Advance Pet Nutrition.

Loki rearing to go and looking sharp!

Jaydee gets a cuddle.

Jaydee gets another cuddle. You can tell she is a promotions pro.

Mum, Loki and Bazza get a visit.

This trio of Westies won the best dressed pet competition with their highland gear complete with bagpipes.

Well Readers, I must be off as it is still very hot here and we are expecting a thunder storm. I want to have my dinner in case we lose power. I also need to make an anonymous call to let the police know where to take the tear gas and water canons. Bye for now - Murphy.

Have a Greyt Australia Day

2011-01-26T10:01:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, it is Australia day today so I would like to wish all Aussies everywhere a greyt day. Please keep those who have lost everything in the devastating floods and fires in your thoughts.

Prancer models his Australian gear against a backdrop of a Cooktown orchid which is our State's floral emblem.

Well after that dizzying tour experience, I'm off for a snooze then a BBQ lunch. See you later Readers - Murphy.

Webbed Paws

2011-01-20T10:14:00.013+10:00

Hi Readers, I promised that I would post some pics of the flooding around the House of Hound so here they are. Thanks to everybody that sent their offers of help and best wishes. A big thanks goes to my uncle Peter and his family Bryce, Conor and Jodie-Sue who helped us clean up the muck that was in our shed. We would still be doing that if they hadn't helped!

We would also like to thanks our neighbours Brian and Pam who looked after the two greyhounds we rescued that morning before we needed rescuing. Both hounds are fine and are heading back to their home today.

Dad and all the hounds swam out and the water was at least five feet deep. Honey slipped her collar as was being swept down the driveway next door towards the creek but Dad was able to swim back and get her to safety. We were still much luckier than the residents of Brisbane, Ipswich and the Lockyer valley who had their homes inundated, swept away and who were unable to save their family and pets from the rising waters. Please keep them in your thoughts.

I hope you find the pics interesting -

Jess and Honey watch the rain with concern.

Cutlet on Patrol and starting to get soggy hooves.

The goats take shelter in our carport. The water was about six feet from our back patio at this stage.

Another view of the riding school and back paddock.

A view of the front of the house, the water ended up reaching halfway up the fence.

The back patio under water. Dad wasn't able to get the goats and cow out so he put them in here. Luckily all were OK when we were able to return home.

When we returned home we found a lot a water in a few rooms.

The flood waters moved all this fencing which came to rest against our shed.

Assorted articles washed into our alcove. Some of it was even ours.

The pool pumps went for a swim.

Inviting no?, well no!

This six foot log floated into the back paddock. (where it will be staying!)

We were all very wet and cold after the swim out so Mum and Dad dried us off and wrapped us up to warm up. Jess and our foster Sally take a snooze and dream about their big day.

The back patio after the water drained away. Blah!

Cash the rescued greyhound wonders what its all about. He soon regained his playful nature.

The debris line shows how high the water rose, this is an eight foot fence.

Well readers, I must be off now as there is still a lot of cleaning up to do. We have been helping Dad by staying calm, offering helpful suggestions and watching him work. All this supervision has made me tired so I'm off for a nap. Bye for now -Murphy

Happy Birthday Homer (and Granny)

2011-01-12T19:05:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, what a week its been for the house of hound residents. Yesterday started off OK with my Granny's birthday and ended with Dad and the hounds having to swim to safety when the floods hit Brisbane. Mum was out rescuing two greys that were in danger of drowning as the area they were in was being evacuated. I'll show you some pictures of that event soon but rest assured that we are all fine and back in residence. It would also have been a great funniest home video with Dad trying to hold a bag with some clean clothes in it above water while being pulled in several direction by hounds all keen to show their personal swimming style.

Anyway, brother Homer had his 8th birthday today so we were very glad that we were all together to celebrate it. It also stopped raining which Homer said was in honour of the great day. We didn't really care why it stopped raining but were just glad it did!

Brother Homer enjoys a birthday stretch in the sunshine.

Even the chooks were glad of some sun to dry off their feathers.

Until next time readers - bye for now - Murphy.

Water Baby

2011-01-02T13:55:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, happy new year to you all.

Today was the first fine day we have had for a while, with an area the size of Texas underwater in Queensland from the recent flooding. It is also very humid after the rain so Prancer thought he would go for a dip in the pool to cool off.

Checking out the temperature to make sure it was just right.

Well, look who doesn't need a life jacket to go swimming. Show off!

And here he is sitting in the spa after his big swim.

Well Readers, I must go and check out the Sunday papers now as all that activity has made me tired. Until next time Readers, bye for now - Murphy.

Merry Christmas Everybody

2010-12-25T10:16:00.000+10:00

All of us here at the house of hound would like to wish you and yours a very merry Christmas. We hope you have a peaceful and relaxing time with your hounds and two legged family.

Peggy the greyhound and Harvey the official GAP testing dog are staying with us over Christmas. They are missing there mum but looking forward to some turkey and ham later today.

Well Readers, stay safe and keep loving your hounds. I'm off for some eggnog and a snooze before lunch. Bye for now - Murphy.

GAP Christmas Party

2010-12-19T17:06:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, after our party was cancelled last week due to the rain and the subsequent flooding of our venue, we headed off today to celebrate a greyt year for GAP. We have had a heap of dogs adopted, introduced a professional and accountable business structure, continued to spread the word about what greyt pets we make and had a lot of fun doing it.

We had a terrific time today with a doggy day spa set up were we hounds could be bathed, have our nails trimmed and a dental exam performed by Karen. Santa Paws was there with Rudolph the red nosed whippet who delivered presents of dental sticks for the hounds and sweets for the kids (although we think it should have been the other way round). Jess, Leanne and Dad looked after the BBQ duties, the bar was open for the adults, raffles were run and won and a heap of terrific GAP merchandise was sold. We raised heaps of funds to kick off the new year with. Thank you to everybody who helped out and who donated.

Several potential adopters dropped by to see how greyt we are for themselves and our foster Freddy went to his forever home today. It was fantastic to catch up with everybody again.

Keep your eye out in the photos for GAP test dog Harvey in his "access all areas" outfit.

I must be off for a snooze and check up on dinner as the word is that some sausages made it home for our dinner. Bye for now - Murphy.

A Smooth Character

2010-12-18T16:20:00.000+10:00

We found this chap had paid us a visit when our long billed Corella Beaky sounded the alarm. The birds were quickly rescued and we got some pics of the intruder. It was a beautiful carpet python about two meters long.

"I'm not after the birds, I just heard there was a BBQ on!"

"Why yes, I am quite a long fellow"

"I'll just spend the night if that's OK"

I understand that nearby Caboolture township got its name from the local aboriginal tribe. The name means "'place of the carpet snake". I can see why.

Anyway Readers, he stayed for a few days and has now moved on. Of course, that begs the question "where is he now?"

I'm off to shut the doors. Until next time, bye for now - Murphy.

Happy Birtday Granddad

2010-12-12T20:57:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, there is another birthday at the house of hound as Monday the 13th is Granddad's birthday. I'm not sure how old he is but I think its 595 in dog years.

Granddad with Cocker spaniel puppy Scootles.

Happy birthday and big licks from all of us here Granddad.

Bye for now - Murphy.

Happy Birthday Prancer

2010-12-11T22:04:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, this Sunday is Prancer's 6th birthday. Happy birthday from everybody at the house of hound big fella.

Prancer on patrol in the dogarium.

Until next time readers - bye for now - Murphy.

Just Spotted

2010-11-15T18:43:00.000+10:00

Hi everybody, I thought you might like to see what I just spotted in one of our gum trees.

Its great to see the little guys back as we didn't see too many last year.

Anyway, as the koalas are most active at dawn and dusk I'm off to see if I can spot anymore. Bye for now - Murphy

Manly Walk

2010-11-07T10:00:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, Prancer and I joined mum and dad at Manly yesterday for the November GAP walk. There was a great turn out and we greys got a lot of attention from the greyhound muggles (non greyhound folk) that were there.

I hope you enjoy the pictures -

It was another beautiful Brisbane spring day for the walk.

The coast guard were on hand to provide security.

Whipple the whippet joins the parade.

Lil' Ellie gets a pat while Oskar play bows to show his dad he can do cute as well as anybody else.

But not as well as me, of course.

Many, many hounds along the waterfront.

I get a pat from Kylie during the walk.

Honourary greyhound and GAP testing dog Harvey finally gets noticed amongst the greys and gets some loving.

Pixie the foster who is waiting on a green collar and forever home.

The gang at the walk (we are going to need a panoramic camera soon).

Swapping pics of the fur kids!

A nice paddle at the end of a long walk. Scully gets her paws wet.

After the walk we went for coffee at the local fish cafe, it was a greyt way to finish off the day. Anyway readers, I must help dad with the dogarium he is building. Until next time - Murphy.

GCS

2010-10-23T14:03:00.001+10:00

Hi Readers, now that we have our new Greyhound Containment System in place (also called a fence) we have been spending time taking turns watching the world go by.

I think that the sign Dad put up is redundant as the sight of our noses poking out through our viewing window leaves no doubt that hounds are about.

Friendly Freddy the foster wonders about the "Beware" part of the sign.

Despite being a sight hound, Prancer also likes to have radar backup.

Jess wonders if a smile will sooth people's concerns about entering the yard (maybe not!)

Anyway Readers, I must be off to continue my surveillance activities. Bye for now - Murphy.

GAP October Walk

2010-10-03T10:40:00.000+10:00

Hi everybody, GAP had it's October walk this morning. It was a bleak day in Brisbane but we had a terrific turnout. It was great to catch up with my old hound friends and to meet the hounds that have been recently adopted out.

Mum and the gang enjoyed coffee afterwards and chatted about, well, me of course.

The gang at the beautiful Roma Street Parkland.

Afterwards at the cafe.

Anyway, I must go and check the Sunday papers and make the most of the rainy weather by having a snooze. Bye for now - Murphy.

Foster Carers' Information Evening

2010-09-18T05:52:00.002+10:00

Hi Readers, following on from the greyt recruiting work Prancer and I did on the show circuit, GAP held an information session for current and potential foster parents at Albion Park raceway on Monday night. Heaps of people turned up to meet the team and to hear Dr Karen speak about Greyhound heath, diet, socialization and hound logic!

The group even got to meet some greys after they had won a race. The greys seemed delighted with all the attention and happily posed for photos and cuddles.

A roomful of our great foster carers, we would be lost without them.

Fi congratulates the winner.

Hound #8, or Giggling as she is known to her fans, laps up the after race attention.

The GAP girls Bronny, Karen and Jude pose with third place winner Midnight Lee.

Thanks to everybody who attended and I'm looking forward to meeting you all at the next Greyhound walk on the 3rd October. Bye for now - Murphy.

Gold Coast Pet Expo

2010-09-06T11:00:00.004+10:00

Hi Readers, what a busy weekend we have had. We clocked up over 500 kms travelling to the Gold Coast Pet Expo that was held on the 4th and 5th of September. Saturday was very hot, humid and windy while Sunday was rainy. Despite the horrible weather, and the local council "losing" the key to my car park, heaps of people turned up to see me and the rest of the show.

Here are some photos taken around the grounds and on the journey -

We stopped off at the top secret GAP installation on the way to the coast. We also visited the brewery, Super Butcher and Yatala pie shop while we were there but I can't tell you its location.

The Aussie War Dog group was there as well.

Saturday was hot and humid but a nice day to pat a grey.

Margy and I entertain a young visitor to the stand.

Tabaqui looking cool in his bandanna.

This cool fellow was enjoying the heat on Saturday but trying to climb into umbrellas on Sunday.

Margy gets some attention from a fan.

Paris the pretty Saluki dropped by to make eyes at me.

A future customs officer frisks Gypsy.

Me doing my thing at the Advance display next to a weeks worth of snacks.

One of the more unforgettable partnerships at the show!

Local pooch Holly dropped by the stand to say hi.

Yes, some eejit bought a cat on a lead to a park with about three hundred dogs in it. Don't get me started on responsible pet ownership but all I'll say is that the owner should be smarter than the pet!

This Jack Russell was in fine form at the show.

Former house of hound foster and favorite Pepe who now lives on the Gold Coast dropped in to catch up. She lives with another grey called Tiger (who is our Homer's brother, its all very sands through the hourglass stuff!). She is much loved and doing fine.

The handsome Tiger looks so much like our Homer that we had to look twice.

Cami and Gypsy wonder if the rain will ever stop.

This big girl was at a stand near us and had paws almost as big as Dad's hands.

Some small fluffies discuss hairstyles and Britney Spears.

"And its the brown border collie by half a length". The fly ball was very popular with the active set.

Go the kelpies!

A great super dog impersonation.

What a dynamo this fellow was. He just loved it.

The CKCS rescue group was there as well.

Even the rain couldn't keep my fans away.

The canine equivalent of being promised a trip to movie world and ending up at the dentist.

That reminds me, Christmas is three months away.

Another border collie doing his thing.

Security is always a concern for my public appearances but help was at hand.

"Officer, can you get my kitty cat out of the tree?"

Margy looking cute.

"Must...catch...Frisbee"

That's all for now Readers. I must go for snack and a snooze now. Bye for now - Murphy.

Dog's Day Out

2010-08-23T10:35:00.000+10:00

Hi Readers, GAP was at the Dog's Day Out run by the Redlands shire council. Prancer and I headed off with Mum and Dad to Capalaba and enjoyed a day with lots to see and do topped off with great weather.

I hope you enjoy the photographs -

Set up and ready to go.

Honourary greyhound Muffins joined us on the stand.

The delicious sounding Licorice and Muffins take a break.

The human pups needlessly exert themselves on the climbing wall.

Ranger Tim spoke about keeping koalas safe from dogs (although the way the little buggers growl during mating season it should be the other way round)

A dachshund waits for chance to cause mischief.

This big guy dropped in to say hi.

It looks like the Avon lady hasn't called on this girl's home in a while.

The change to digital television has got a lot of people confused about what equipment they need.

This hairy chap and his Dad won the pet and owner look alike contest (or was this the owner?)

A furry and his friend on the way to a party*.

A tense first meeting that ended well.

Scully gets some back chat from this border collie pup.

Tabi takes a break in his flash new crate.

Super girl Scully flew in for the costume contest.

As did Belle the princess. "I'm a lady" she explained later.

Vet Cam Day judges the best costume contest but clearly has eye trouble as the greys didn't win. The muzzled grey is a race dog, not a GAP hound.

Prancer attempts to tell Marissa that his Mum never feeds him but she isn't falling for that old hound trick.

This furry came to the stand bearing gifts but realised too late that greyhounds just love big stuffed toys.

It's only funny until someone gets hurt... then it's hilarious! *

Prancer catches up with his friend Andrew from the RNA show. Andrew was telling his friends how great I was at the time.

Anyway Readers, I must be off. Drop in and see me at the Gold Coast Pet Expo on September 4th and 5th. Bye for now - Murphy.

*(No furries were hurt in the making of this blog)

A quick Illustration of the nature of small fluffies vs a greyhound.

2010-08-18T19:10:00.000+10:00

'nuff said really - Until next time Readers - Murpy.

2010 RNA "Ekka"

2010-08-16T12:47:00.002+10:00

Hi readers, what a busy fortnight we have had. Mum has been running the GAP greyhound lounge at the Brisbane RNA show and did a great job. We are all exhausted now but we had a great time meeting people and showing them what great pets we are.

It was also great to see some old friends at the show. We caught up with Gemma and her collie Stirling who placed third in his class, Serenah from Serenah Photography Design dropped in to see Mum and Dad and we had a lot of fans from last year drop in to visit me and catch up.

My favorite day was the "hound" day when all breed of hounds were being judged. What fine fellows we hounds all are! We also got to meet a Mexican hairless dog which are very rare in Australia. My least favorite day was "small fluffy" day when the toy dogs were being judged. The yapping and general din was terrible and all those wee pooches with small dog syndrome led to a lot of scraps around the place. We greys are above all that as you will see in the pics. The old dog pavilion is notoriously hard to photograph in so I apologize for Dad's poor picture standard (that's his story and I won't question it as he gets my dinner for me).

This big fellow was very friendly.

Cami checks out the cranky crate.

Sometimes its all just too much!

Ha ha, Prancer has a teddy, Prancer has a teddy.

One of my personal assistants carries me back to the car.

Caffeine and cuddles help Mum to get through the day.

Princess fills in for a young fan's security blanket.

The cranky crate isn't just for hounds. Mitch takes five away from the crowds.

Franky spots a mullet hair style in the crowd.

"These are not the droids you are looking for". Loki uses his Jedi mind skills to avoid sharing the lounge.

I do some ear exercises to stay fit.

Our friend and greyhound owner Gemma in the ring with her collie dog Stirling.

Bowie attempts to warn a human pup that there is something on her back.

Gypsy looking cute.

Jay Jay doing his bit for our sponsors Advance.

Jay Jay feels that there is something not quite right about this fellow. A big hello to our stand neighbours from Guide Dogs Australia and their PR dog Iggy.

Prime Minister Julia points out her favorite attraction at the exhibition while moving forwards on the campaign trail.

Why the long face Lola?

Well, its not called the greyhound lounge for nothing you know.

Cuddles for all is our motto (along with Semper Fidelis, of course). Lola and I chill out.

An attempt on the world record for hounds on the lounge in public is underway. Better call the Guinness book of records people.

An outtake of Prancer at the advance stand. Treats were involved!

The final picture of my adopted brother doing his thing.

Marnie and Princess showing the non greys how its done in the obedience demonstration.

Amex the iggy spent a day with us on the stand. We had to explain that he wasn't a greyhound puppy!

This big guy was cute but soggy!

One of the show greys tell me he would rather be at the GAP stand getting adored by the crowds like I am.

Frankie comforts another young show goer.

Nobody has told Rennie that greyhounds aren't considered lapdogs.

Our foster greys stick together for support.

Marissa and Karen talk hounds while Tabi and Frankie listen in.

Crowds flock to our stand and call their friends to join them.

A disqualification from the toy section leaves the ring a shattered pooch.

More disqualifications followed shortly afterwards.

Somebody opened a tin of dachshunds and things went downhill from there!

Anyway Readers, I must go and have a snooze now. Until Next time - Murphy.

2010 Morningside Fair

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Hi everybody, GAP was at the Morningside fair on the weekend. Even though it was overcast and rainy there were huge crowds there to see me. I hope you like the pictures -

Streets were closed off and traffic control was in place to handle the crowds at the GAP stand.

Prancer gets a gentle cuddle after a day of being adored.

My two favorite things - Cats and shiny things that move.

Sexy Sally (so called because of her cute overbite and bootylicious curves) befriends a young girl scared of dogs.

Another shot of sexy Sally.

This dragon appeared to keep the evil spirits away. I didn't see it as I was off the stand when it arrived. (perhaps it really does keep evil away?)

Um, I'm not sure what this was all about. Dad says all children are like the one in red regardless of the clothes they are wearing at the time.

The lads welcome me to the festival.

One of these two is a highly intelligent life form, the other one is a clown.

GAP volunteer April and Phoebe take a break.

Prancer with some young admirers.

Me being an angel (everybody knows we greys have wings on our paws, not our backs)

The GAP team ready for action.

A kiss for Prancer from a young fan who wants to become a vet.

Well Readers, next week is the start of the RNA Brisbane show (also known as "ekka" to the locals). Prancer and I will be there so please drop into the Advance dog pavilion to say and put your feet up at the greyhound lounge. Bye for now - Murphy.