White Greyhounds will usually shed more than others.  This is mainly in May and June.  A "hack saw blade" is a great way to brush the loose hair out.  Do it outside.  The first year hair change is more dramatic.  Hair is a little more consistent after the first year of being a pet.
 

If you use Frontline....it does fleas only for up to 12 weeks, if you have ticks you need to use it monthly.
 

All Greyhounds will and can sunburn.  White dogs with pinker skin are usually more easily burned.  USE SUNBLOCK if your Greyhound has to be out in the sun for any length of time.  You can use people sunblock or buy some at Petsmart.
 

Get your Greyhound a 12" deep children's pool.  Many love to lay in the water in a kiddie pool.
 

HEAT STRESS!  Heat stress can kill your Greyhound.   If your dog is overheated due to running in 90+ degrees because he got lost or some such thing (do not let him run in 90+ degrees if you have a choice) then you need to get them cooled down very quickly!  The kiddie pool would be good for this if it is near.  Otherwise find a hose and hose them down, use ice if you have that available.
 

HEAT STROKE!   Here are some classic symptoms of heatstroke:

	excessive panting
	hyperventilation
	a temperature of 106 degrees
	dark purplish gums and tongue
	a heart rate twice normal

Other symptoms include:

	vomiting
	diarrhea
	salivation
	seizures
	unconsciousness

If you think your dog is suffering from Heat Stress or Heat Stroke, first soak them with cold water - either in a kiddy pool or with the hose.Secondly, GET THEM TO THE VET - even if you think the dog is OK.  Internal damage may have occurred and needs to be ruled out or treated by your vet.

For more information on Heat Stroke, visit Heat Stroke Page and Heat Stroke (for People)
 

Take your walks at cooler times of the day.
 

Heartworm treatment goes without saying-----it should be year round!!!  It also protects from picking up other worm parasites.
 

Asphalt and hot concrete will BURN your dog's pads!  Be aware of this!
 

Be sure your dog has access to PLENTY of fresh water.
 

Use fans and air conditioning to keep them cool.
 

Stool Guards - If your dog is eating grass and dirt chronically you may want to use this.  Eating dirt can lead to diarrhea.  Once you clear up the diarrhea with an antibiotic and if he is still eating dirt, it will probably recur within  two weeks. So, you make them wear a muzzle with a stool guard in it when they go outside.  (They are approximately $5 and can be purchased at Dresslers in Kansas City among other places.)  Keep Pepto Bismol Caplets around too for diarrhea and roaring stomach noises from eating grass.  Give 1 every 4 - 6 hours.