Dennis McKeon The Wild Gene Revisited Its always interesting to read the input and feedback on these networks. Its even more heartwarming to know there are so many people out there who are dedicated to their greyhounds---what I always loved about this medium. Its truly amazing the effect that these dogs have on people. I dont think a person who hasnt gotten up close and personal with one can entirely wrap their mind around the sort of beguilement that only greyhounds are capable of. But there it is. Youve all experienced it, whether you approve of racing or dont. Makes no difference-- that mystical, untamable, nebulous, ethereal quality is undeniable. Its what makes them unique. Its something that is beyond us, something that we cant put our fingers on or hold in our hands. It lies very close beneath their skin, but you cant feel it. Its something that doesnt require your sanction, necessarily, or even your understanding. They understand. They know exactly who and what they are, and what theyre all about. Whether its the coyote-lonesome howling of the kennel chorous in full throat, or the fog-piercing gaze of the goshawk as he sizes up the gaps in the tree limbs, just before launching his strike---in those moments, in his private world, you dont exist. You cant touch that. You can only embrace it with your heart and soul. Its what I like to call the wild gene. And it is an intrinsic part of all of them. It comes from somewhere long ago. Its kept alive because ancient greyhound voices can still be heard by these remarkable dogs, who, in their modern incarnation, are really not all that different from their long ago forbears. Theres a reason for that, and we all know what that reason is. You dont have to like it, but please understand, it is the thing that preserves those beatitudes for these dogs...and for you. Copyright, 2013
Posted on: Thu, 30 Jan 2014 14:32:56 +0000
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