meet Jamie, our new foster greyhound

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[@harristarazona-calderon5833]

Jamie: *Appears* Marbles: “Whose horse is that?”

[@emmacanada1354]

I laughed so hard at this.

[@daniellemartinez9518]

Stop I choked on my water

[@tyrsis]

HAHAHAHAHA

[@Tammbamm5]

HHAHAHAHAHA

[@gracexcon]

This is without a doubt the best comment

[@loveland852]

Remember that phase when J&J just keep stumbling on dogs? Dogs would show up on their porch or they would stumble upon dogs while walking, take care of them for a bit, and then reunite them with their family. I feel like fate was pointing towards fostering.

[@fjnxtgdjsjeeh6073]

I remember when a pitbull showed up at their door randomly!! The dogs sense how amazing these guys are :)

[@travelswithblindcane]

Yeah, they really are pretty perfect for fostering. I'd get way too attached and cry a lot when the puppies leave, but I think J&J will be able to handle it.

[@dadstiny_]

yes!!! i feel like they were meant for this.

[@bsideatbest]

And they're so genuinely patient and are excellent at managing their expectations for new-to-being-a-dog dog growth and development. Plus doggos make them happy and is good bonus.

[@lauradunne8209]

Yup, had that same thought in my head x

[@gabrielvaldeswho]

Julien: She's very confident Jamie: Stiffly standing in place

[@ray25lee]

Same tho

[@lindseymiller8358]

Did anyone else notice how Julien said "She was a runner, and a track star" 😂😂😂

[@justme-qj1mq]

It gives me great comfort to see that in hopes that him and Jenna are still watching tiktoks laughing their heads off at them

[@Kayleekakes]

If they continue to foster, they should make a wall dedicated to their dogs and put a photo of every dog they’ve fostered on the wall

[@ZombieGoddessxi]

That would be precious!

[@j.pnewcomer1069]

My aunt does that too! She also makes clay imprints of their paws one for herself and one for the family the foster gets adopted by.

[@mante_vos]

Like in the Osbornes! 😁 Except they didn't foster dogs, just owned a bunch

[@alexissmith1534]

@@j.pnewcomer1069 enough to make a grown man cry. I’m not a man but I’m sure it’s enough

[@niggasjit]

Something tells me they will have something to that effect either way 🙂

[@guppynsprout]

Not me crying just imagining Bunny being like “Hey Bestie” with her foster sister 😭😭😭

[@Chellex93]

not me crying thinking about bunny losing her new bestie when jamie ends up getting adopted 😭😭

[@tiffanyleraa9975]

Michelle Metcalfe dudeeee I know 😞

[@heather_857]

@@Chellex93 At least she’ll get a loving home to live out the rest of her days! Bunny is helping the foster dogs retire and become more comfortable :)

[@Chellex93]

@@heather_857 true, hopefully one day they get another greyhound so bunny has a friend her size 😊

[@BubblyTeatime]

The picture with Jamie and Bunny side by side is so interesting because Jamie has that toned athlete build and Bunny has that "I'm retired" body.

[@FrankysABoysName]

True about their bodies but Bunny was never a racer - she was a universal blood donor for vets.

[@tungstensmum1491]

@@FrankysABoysName I think there’s also something to be said for bloodlines. Some racing lines make smaller, finer boned dogs while others create behemoths. Bunny definitely has the behemoth body style.

[@glorialastra5775]

@@FrankysABoysName i feel like that may be also the reason of the different responses to a new home, bunny was almost all her life crated away from everything, so everything was scary, and i feel like a racing dog may be more overall confident because they used to have a job that made them feel fulfilled, idk if this makes sense lol

[@catherine-nz7dn]

16:40 :}

[@k.m.223]

@@glorialastra5775 that makes sense. Plus, Jamie probably had plenty of contact with different people and places, which goes a long way towards a dog being able to cope with change. Bunny, on the other hand, didn't get that socializing, so new things were scary for her at first. It says a lot about Julien and Jenna's hard work and dedication that Bunny has come so far.

[@missjenji]

"It's not about you, Peach." * confused peach face *

[@hurricanefrid]

Julien calling Kermit, Peach and Marbles "the littles" is all I need to get up in the morning

[@jimbeetron]

i fostered some puppies recently and i started calling them the littles bc of him and jenna 😭

[@juleecarpenter1106]

All I need is Jenna.😥

[@mellissamercado7904]

littles has been ruined for me because of the sickos out there. Ima just call them the smol greyhounds

[@tungstensmum1491]

My dad was a greyhound man and when he moved in with my husband and I (after his cancer diagnosis) he called out chihuahuas “the littles”. Julien saying “the littles” definitely got me a bit misty eyed.

[@Mayhem-cz2wk]

It’s literally the sweetest thing ever that Bunny was once aggressive and scared to be around other dogs and now befriended Jamie instantly. That proves that the love J&J gave Bunny taught her to love and give it.

[@smallweebvlogs]

I don't recall her ever being aggressive

[@kirakiramango]

Bunny was very possessive over toys if I remember right

[@SwampRobin]

Possession is the first warning sign to aggression. In Bunny’s case it seemed confidence/fear based and they did an amazing job of advocating for her space to make her feel more comfortable.

[@KuraYou]

She was never aggressive. Don't spread lies.

[@shavonne9770]

@@KuraYou she was very possessive over toys which is a very common trait among aggressive dogs. It’s not lies

[@melanieirons5170]

Can we also take a moment to appreciate the giant wall of plants in the background? Hugs and kisses to Jamie and thank you for all your volunteer work Julien

[@theresazomer5991]

Those are Jennas planets🥰

[@S-CCCC]

@@theresazomer5991 nope watch Julien’s latest video

[@hthumbs4072]

I'm jealous. I wish I could keep plants alive like he can! Lol, his plants look great!

[@AberD_]

I love the female energy in their house with Bunny, Peach and now Jamie. What a girlie time 💕

[@boopdoop991]

A bunch of besties 💓

[@brinneymudge]

Bunny having a friend her size to show around her home is everything I needed this year

[@dottiesunshine8339]

"dis is all the things my brothers do not get to see on their paws like us💕"

[@SpacedOutLyssa]

Instead of James and the giant Peach it’s Peach and the giant Jamie! You’re doing a great thing fostering greyhounds ❤️

[@oliviafrank7463]

Stop that's too cute, I'm dying.

[@AzzaYCF]

Haha! 😄👌

[@taffyvago]

i love this

[@sugarsprinkles515]

Plz that’s too cute!!

[@haljordan3028]

that is so adorable omg

[@Sara-xk1ns]

I love how she’s so unbothered. My dog isn’t confident at all and has to follow me or get up anytime I move. It’s such a good sign she can lay there and just chill. And kudos to you for being such an amazing human.

[@sarah2955]

Jenna and julien truly deserve each other, and all of their dogs are so lucky to have them

[@Grimalkins]

I don’t know what makes me happier - that you are fostering, or that Bunny is now so happy and secure that she can confidently welcome a foster sister into her home. It’s all so great. Lucky Jamie. Beautiful girl will find her family before you know it.

[@empod]

isn’t that such a huge wonderful thing!

[@Grimalkins]

@@empod It really is. I adopted my dog with a similar amount of trauma, so I’ve seen first hand how every little acceptance of something new is a minor miracle, and the day he relaxed enough to be chill and invite another animal in and I could see how secure he felt in his own home - huge. Absolutely huge. I’m thrilled for all of them.

[@skittlemuffin]

When julien said bunny was welcoming and showing her around, I can actually imagine bunny being all like “welcome sis, here’s our house, here’s the family” 😭😭💛

[@aprilyenter3681]

@@skittlemuffin bunny was being the sister that she needed when she came in.

[@skittlemuffin]

@@aprilyenter3681 she issss 😭

[@jordan5012]

Universe: “there is a greyhound that needs help” J & J: “did someone say greyhound? It will be in our house” Bunny: “did someone say friend?”

[@ellabernardini]

bunny getting a big bestie is cute

[@eugene5565]

Marbles: did someone say eneny?

[@StillJustDenise]

@@eugene5565 Marbles: Did anyone say ANYTHING!👁👁

[@jessgeorge5030]

Love that

[@madimoo31baybay]

😭♥️♥️♥️

[@kayliekolosar4728]

You and Jenna adopting Bunny allowed my partner and I to discover the breed that is perfect for us. We adopted our race rescue over a year ago! ❤️❤️

[@AngiePangieee]

25:20 Jamie is so buff from racing omg she's just built different lol

[@ignisbrennan-laird5199]

Marbles: who’s horse is that? Jamie: who’s rat is that?

[@midnight_tacos]

I’M WHEEZING 🤣🤣

[@camilaandrea801]

Jamie: Is it alive?

[@Phoenixtears222]

One of my greyhoinds is tan so I've had a couple people ask me why im walking a deer lol

[@Bennyboy20000]

Jenna got her wish of living in a zoo! Jamie looks like such a sweetheart

[@ruminastrange7841]

I love what y’all have done with that room! We would love a plant tour at some point if you feel up to it! I have a feeling your house is so lush now

[@alwaystired1]

He just posted one btw!

[@emely2green]

In my head Jenna has retired and is now a greyhound advocate living her best life doing what makes her happy.. forever await her return but understanding her distance 😭💕

[@leileyking1544]

yes same

[@meowcarson]

Im okay with her never coming back, so long as she's happy and thriving ♡

[@emely2green]

@@meowcarson she was my first KZbin video ever like 9 years ago the how to avoid talking to people… but I’m sure she’s happier off YT especially with all the toxicity going on

[@summer.showers]

ugh yes!!! I miss her so much, she was the only reason I would come on KZbin every wed/thur lol she was def the highlight of my week -- i really do hope she comes back and if not then i just hope she knows her viewers love her and personally i never saw her as a problematic youtuber and uwu i get so emo thinking about it. she was a really great individual to look up to and her view and understanding of people was amazing and she was always so humble when she talked in her vids.

[@gloomysunday9836]

@@emely2green Yeah, i mean this platform has only gotten worse since she left. Its almost as bad as twitter at this rate. Id love for her to come back but i totally get her not wanting to. She said she had no interest in upsetting anyone or potentially upsetting anyone even in retrospect so she just stopped making content. If she made an appearance for maybe just in the background, not even on camera - cause i miss her getting stress-amused at Juliens aries antics.. just a good JULIENNUH once in a while....

[@MissRedheadRapunzel]

Of course Julien identifies with greyhounds: zoomies for a few minutes, chill out for ages after, doesn't mind an eccentric outfit once in a while, sometimes awkwardly doesn't know what is going on but wants to be involved and just wants to hang out cause the wholesome as heck

[@1987smashley]

And loves snacks

[@doodledania]

Sounds like an aries 🤣

[@stone4070]

I can't wait to see her personality develop and shine through as time passes. I'm so thrilled you've both decided to start fostering greyhounds, considering it's something Jenna's been wanting to do for a long time. So so happy for you guys!

[@abigailbliss9342]

Julian’s dedication to the breed is so amazing to see. I’m glad Jamie has such a good home for this next stage of her life.

[@lovebluendogs]

“She doesn’t understand yet that basically her life is just vibing all the time” 🥺 poor thing!

[@louiseb6111]

I remember Jenna saying so long ago that one of her dreams was to foster greyhounds. You’re both a match made in heaven. Nice one as usual, Julien!🥰👏👌

[@gerilyn]

Yes I even recall her VERY old videos her mentioning just wanting a nice calm life surrounded by dogs. I’m so proud to see her and her family (dogs included haha) living their best lives!

[@Miss_Matched_Socks]

I know we all feel the same, but damn I miss Jenna. I'm glad she seems to be living her best life away from the camera. Congrats J&J

[@aleaf4716]

I've been fostering kittens for three years.... theres nothing like watching these animals blossom under your care. It may be bittersweet, especially at first, but the feeling of knowing you've set these animals on their best path is what keeps us going. It's amazing to make a palpable difference in the world and watch them benefit for it. Congratulations, foster dad!

[@malappl7]

I just know Jenna is beyond excited and that makes my heart happy. 🥰

[@lmmcglinchey]

"She's a unit". Ex-racers are pure muscles! I'll never get over our grey's muscles when she first came home. She softened over time, but it was incredible to see an animal so athletic.

[@evalynn1863]

I grew up around race horses and thought the same thing. Like, all horses are build but some of them you can see the definition of every muscle and know they are just a powerhouse. I always loved getting to go in the barns and help take care of them.

[@peytonclark3325]

My family adopted a racer about four years ago and we had the same thing. He started out super muscly. He is still very lean but has definitely softened up. We love him

[@jimothyj2638]

I know right! Yet Grey2K tells you these greys are "starved" and abused while spending donations on private trips to Cancun. They are the scum of the earth

[@laureltree8047]

@@jimothyj2638 Peta did a bunch of propaganda and got greyhound racing band in my town. There was a woman with her adopted retired racer greyhound outside the poll who was advocating to keep the industry alive. In our town at least they were cared for well and happy pups. They ended up banning it, making over 100 pups homeless and causing over 1000 people to loose their jobs. 😔 If a ban is considered in anyone else's community, please research how they're treated and the retirement processes in your own community. It definitely has the potential for abuse, but that doesn't always mean it's definite.

[@ginasmith8569]

@@laureltree8047 I mean as long as the dogs are cared for, healthy and happy and none get killed or abandoned I personally see nothing wrong with racing. It’s a shame some bag eggs ruin these things for everyone (dogs included)

[@mrkaye4266]

I think I love how bunny is just like “frien?” Shows how far she’s come! Also, super cool that you’re opening your home to help other dogs. I hope to foster one day. She’s also ADORABLE. So happy for you guys doing this!

[@britbroersma]

Your first foster will always be the hardest to let go of, I wonder if that’s why Scamp wasn’t meant to work out for you!! I still think about our first boy we fostered, his name is Jeremy, he was one of the best greyhounds I’ve ever met!!

[@ms_vi12]

You have two beautiful small horses! In all seriousness Jamie is so adorable and it's great to hear she's getting comfy already and that Bunny is becoming like a sister to her. You're awesome, Julien (also I love your hair)

[@hubcapthecat2149]

I love that even though y'all aren't sharing quite as much of your lives on screen, we still get little glimpses into your giant hearts! Y'all are awesome and I wish Jamie the best!

[@LawNerdAmber]

Yes! In my mind I picture Jenna living her best life behind the scenes of many dog and animal rescues while she and Julien plan their wedding and live their amazing lives. 💖

[@RoLee705]

Julien, when serious, always sounds like he’s trying to gently deliver the bad news.

[@tinypetalo]

this is the best way to describe it you’re so right

[@ninawagoner2787]

My bf thought he was having a breakdown 😂😂

[@Pironesia]

This is sooo true

[@wolfzmusic9706]

he does lmao 😂😂

[@katrinuh]

YES!

[@jadeslaughter4317]

This is another type of reassurance that both Jenna and julien are doing better mentally from all the internet dumbness! They deserve so much comfort and happiness, I’m so proud of our internet mom and dad! I love you guys ♥️

[@shayvisinko6584]

You and Jenna are the reason I fell in love with greyhounds. Me and my rescue greyhound Kenny have been together two years and he is the best thing that has happened to me! Keep putting good into the world guys, it only grows. ❤️

[@Syaryde]

I think it says a lot about how well they trained Bunny considering she was so welcoming to a new dog in her home. I’m so happy to see this I feel like J&J were meant to foster dogs and help them!

[@hannahxx17]

Bunny is probably like 'Yo dude its great here! These people are cool!'

[@Heythatsodd]

She’s like peach x bunny. She’s so cute 🥰

[@metroid085]

Peach + bunny = beech

[@arijade5478]

The collab we always needed

[@monkey6547]

Punny

[@zombiesxaliens]

@@metroid085 amazing

[@SS-yc5km]

@@metroid085 GET THIS COMMENT UPPP

[@Cat-zq6iy]

My heart hurts at how much I miss this little family. The world needs more of you guys ❤️

[@katiehotchkiss3225]

I love how Jenna and Julien have become a safe haven for greyhounds and dogs in general. It makes my heart feel full inside ❤

[@saminess2]

Off topic but Julien's whole look is just really good, I feel like his current aesthetic just suits him so well and he looks so handsome and healthy!

[@Psyteth]

Hipster dad

[@bobthathead3]

I feel like it fits him really well. It looks like he's super comfortable now. I'm so happy to see it.

[@jennysmith1113]

Yeah he looks like everywhere douche with a mullet and lo fi

[@Kate_-hp7cl]

@@jennysmith1113 yeah the mullet mustache combo is SUPER sexy lol

[@chelseakolarik478]

I'm trying to figure out if his nail polish is Holo Taco 👀

[@4evarainy]

They’re turning into a stable at this point, we love to see it.

[@JNMKlover]

Like Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook, if u have the love, drive, and means, why not? So rewarding.

[@KylieEileen]

double entendre

[@saracha6072]

They have the horse girls 🐴

[@MotherOfWednesday]

Pony party coming soon

[@loswrld5707]

I miss both you and Jenna! Remembering when Jenna first got Kermit will be how she’ll be when you both say goodbye to miss Jamie when she goes to her new home 🥲

[@meghm]

i'm so proud of you and Jenna! i remember how worried and stressed you were when you introduced Bunny. i'm happy you're confident and experienced enough to foster greyhounds. they are lucky to have you.

[@1ReneeNae3]

Yes! I remember when you mentioned wanting to foster more greyhounds once bunny became more comfortable. This is so wholesome! 🥺❤️ Jamie reminds me so much of Scooby-Doo!

[@Delihlah]

This is their first foster :)

[@insiyabhatiya90]

@@Delihlah I think they have foster 2 Pitbull!!

[@Delihlah]

@@insiyabhatiya90 in the video he says this is their first foster. They've taken in pitbulls but not through fostering

[@yasemine6321]

That’s what I was thinking! Scooby-Doo

[@cassidyvarg5125]

In my experience, having another dog of the same or very similar breed in the home helps the foster dog feel confident in their new environment. So with Bunny, she was the first horse in the house so it was extra scary. But Jamie has a horse buddy to help her feel safe

[@jada.808]

First horse in the house 🤣

[@MacMac548]

I rescued an ex-puppy mill breeder Shiba Inu about a year ago. About 6 months later, rescued another one. They BOTH opened up sooo much and so much more quickly once they realized they had each other. Adjusting from 1 to 2 dogs was a lot but so worth it!

[@gabbyb9418]

Well, also, the situation Bunny was in was extremely different. She was not a racing dog, she came from a blood farm basically. She probably never left the facility or even saw the sky before Jenna and Julien. Racedogs need a certain temperment and need to be desensitized as part of their training. Im sure Jaime has gone on lots of walks and gotten love before being fostered. The only issue is, like with Jaime, they stop being useful racedogs pretty early and the owners don't want to keep them past their prime usefulness. A lot of selfish dog race owners and breeders breed/purchase these dogs knowing they're only going to be kept useful for winning competitions for so long and then will be given up. It's kinda sad either way, but Bunny wasn't desensitized like Jaime. That's my main point.

[@maryamo9159]

@@gabbyb9418 Omg I always assumed Bunny was a racing dog or something. Blood farm sounds terrifying, I'm really glad they were able to rescue her.

[@carolinehill360]

i love how julien keeps us updated on everything that is going on in his & jenna’s life

[@hashjdndnxj6220]

This really makes my heart happy to kno Jenna is living her dream life of rescuing grey hounds w her person 🥺🥲

[@duckduckgoose3496]

And look at all the plants! Literally thriving in so many ways. So proud of her.

[@Dandylion567]

Yeah, even though we don't see her, I still wish her the best and hope that she continues to do well.

[@maddylimes883]

@@Dandylion567 seriously! i wish nothing but happiness for them both fr they are such genuine ppl

[@angelafish7853]

I saw your comment and my eyes instantly started filling with tears. I've been following and a fan of Jenna since her very first uploaded and to see her come full circle like this is incredible. Your comment made me realize that this truly is what she wanted to do, and I'm so happy for her. I hope she knows how happy we all are for her.

[@hashjdndnxj6220]

@@angelafish7853 I’m glad I’m not the only person who had some tears in their eyes 🥲 I have been a fan for a Long time too (maybe not first upload? Lol) and this news just brought back all the memories of Jenna saying she wanted a farm w all kinds of rescued animals and to be off the internet. I would give a lot to see a new video from her but I’m happy knowing she’s living her wish ❤️

[@amylynn4924]

I love how you guys keep adding to your family! There’s so many people who hoard animals or neglect them. Makes my heart happy to see loving and capable people take in pets in need💖

[@shannonhennessey7425]

julien about the probably 3 lb chihuahua: “he scares me too, bestie, don’t worry”

[@unmusicallyinclined]

meeeble is 5 pounds in how many balloons will it take to make my dog fly

[@christalcavanaugh]

@@unmusicallyinclined he shrunk

[@mads_7733]

They’re gonna need a whole lot of Halloween costumes for 5 DOGS

[@comfywormm]

i’m assuming they’re just fostering so she’s probably not gonna be there by halloween

[@asteroidkitty3121]

@@comfywormm imagine if she does stick around til then, and then when Jamie gets handed to their new family Julien is like "also, you can take this ketchup bottle costume. You can just have that for free, Bunny prefers the mustard costume anyway"

[@GuyG.KTalesOfAnimals]

I imagine them keeping a whole custom chest for the fosters that gonna come in and out in all sizes and shapes of greyhounds in Halloween

[@kuromi8384]

@@comfywormm You'd be surprised! Some fosters can stay for quite a while.

[@itsyourmumsgf]

@@comfywormm halloween isnt too long! fosters can stay for a while sometimes even 6 months or longer

[@bridgetrose9407]

Fostering is definitely something that I would love to do one day. Gosh, I can't imagine how it must feel to know that you're giving a dog their very first walk, ever. Or teaching them to play with toys and just relax. I'm already about to bawl my eyes out. It's an incredible thing that you're doing and I'm so excited to come along for the journey.

[@bellecatlover3286]

Oh to be a dog in their household, dream life honestly! Y’all are such good dog parents, keep up the great work and best of luck to Jamie’s stay!

[@VVITCH.]

The Internet’s Boyfriend is kinda becoming The Internet’s Dad and I’m here for it. ❤️

[@florencekrome6045]

I'm 14 he's always been my dad

[@Dandylion567]

He's not even ten years older than me, and he's my dad as well. Julien has enough love to play baseball with everyone as if they were his own children. 😌

[@charlieboy1087]

Julien is my cool brother and also my dad….somehow

[@sarzib3246]

I’m 52 and he was always Dad😂

[@marytandra]

“Baby that’s you, enjoy the view.” Will be my new daily affirmation in the mirror now

[@JNMKlover]

💕🤗

[@glenyk6487]

The genuine passion that they have for animals is amazing. Some of the purest souls on the planet. Bless Jenna & Julien

[@yimjustbeachy]

I just saw this channel so glad to see you are posting again. I really missed ALL of your family. I’m going to watch every thing I can find with this new screen name. Hoping to see more of the puppies. Thank you for sharing your life again.

[@Sumtimreh]

Julien: introducing Jamie Jamie: OK sir, that's a very nice wall you're talking to

[@bekig7558]

She seems so tired bless her. She is just resting and regaining her energy, soon her spirit will shine through beautifully! Thank you for your generosity of spirit.

[@mocktrialbabe]

Greyhounds. Are known to be couch potatoes lol.

[@janhankins911]

I so love this! I'm so glad you're fostering. Fostering is the heart of doing rescue work. Without foster homes, there would be no rescue. While foster failures do occur, but if foster homes keep all the dogs, then they can no longer foster. Will there be tears? Of course, but it does get easier to let them go. Thanks so much to both of you for making the commitment and doing this to help the dogs!

[@TheCookieArt]

i’ve missed julie on youtube so much! follow your heart julien i’m glad you’re doing something that makes you happy

[@softorbitxo5052]

everyday J&J get closer to building the zoo of their dreams and I'm lovin' it

[@Bea_Esser]

Jenna used to say she wanted a farm they really are getting closer. Too bad land in CA is super expensive.

[@eclecticsteak]

Imagine going to adopt your dog and finding out Jenna and Julien fostered it the whole time

[@laureblau1241]

Right ?!

[@Standardhumanbeing]

I’d be so grateful bc I’d know for a fact that dog was loved, protected, and spoiled.

[@laureblau1241]

@@Standardhumanbeing Absolutely !! Lucky dogs !!

[@ellenstubblefield3692]

I love this so much! I’m so excited for you starting your fostering journey. It’s rough getting comfortable with the foster cycle, letting them go. I foster neonatal kittens and bottle feed them until they are ready for adoption. Letting them go still hasn’t got easier for me, I cry everytime but it feels so good to see them thriving and happily adopted. My best advice is take lots of pictures, keep in contact with adopters, and I always get new fosters quickly after adoptions so that I focus on loving new fosters instead of feeling sad about adoptions. I always try to remember that fostering isn’t about collecting and keeping fosters. It’s about getting them confident enough be adopted. As a foster parent you are the most important person in that animals life, providing them a place to be when they are vulnerable. Wishing you luck!!

[@eftokolasi]

Congrats on your first foster! Its also super cool that youre volunteering at a place for greyhounds. Ive volunteered with one that rehabilitates golden retrievers before, and i wish id had the time to volunteer for the transport of them across the country. Youre both doing such a good thing, and i just know youre going to help so many dogs get to their forever people 💚💚💚

[@chlobobo9663]

I'm sobbing thinking about how many of these doggies go their whole lives not knowing the love that Julien and Jenna give to their dogs and foster dogs. 🥺😓

[@sickiechickie1484]

Same! It was actually a shower thought I had the other day. 🤣🤣

[@RyanJuliaWhitney23]

@@sickiechickie1484 ngl same I cried in there too.

[@zairabandy8695]

isn't every animal that we eat the same?? every single day people treats bad to so many animals. If you think about it, we don't deserve animals.

[@royalrenegadee]

racing greyhounds, in general, are treated very well. That's why they're such amazing dogs to adopt. The lies that PETA and Grey2K spread has hurt the industry so much. I used to believe their lies, until I did a photojournal project at a couple tracks in flordia, and what I saw in person was far and away the opposite of what you hear. In fact, Greysave and many other adoption groups are neutral or PRO racing because of how the dogs are treated. That's why Jamie is so confident, unfearful, and calm, while Bunny, who was a donor dog, was the opposite. Abused dogs don't win races. They're professional athletes, and are treated as such. They all know love.

[@worrmm6670]

@@royalrenegadee thank you for saying something! Makes me feel bad that nobody realizes how loved these guys really were

[@dbarajas18]

I bet Jenna cried bringing her home and we missed those joyful tears she always sheds for her pups 😥🥰 I hope you find the most loving home for miss Jamie

[@Gomaberry]

Thanks for fostering! I’ve fostered greys in the past and it’s been a wonderful experience. Also I love seeing how Bunny’s transformed under your and Jenna’s care and love.

[@labrujanat]

Fostering is really hard but so rewarding. You'll definitely cry after every one, but remember they're going to a good home and you have room to continue fostering ❤️

[@maddithompson6058]

Can we do a charity stream for grey safe? 🥺👉👈 I feel like everyone loved to see bunny's growth and learnt from your experience. It is amazing and beautiful to see the rehabilitation, time and effort grey safe does for these dogs. It would be amazing to give back to an amazing cause to help give these beautiful dogs a happier healthier life x

[@camrynrussell6292]

Such a good idea I hope he sees this 💕

[@Grimalkins]

Fantastic idea!

[@vanityplates3125]

Omg this is an amazing idea!!

[@georgie3864]

Yesssssssssssa

[@rebzyrebz308]

Love this!!!

[@bo.sleeps]

every time you say homecoming i imagine the greyhounds at a homecoming dance

[@toniamark]

Someone with artistic ability please illustrate this 😊😁

[@daniellenomas4315]

Such a Jenna thing to say...

[@tyrsis]

Same. And there are just a bunch of sweet doggies standing around in 80s prom dresses - super poofy sleeves and crunch fabric.

[@toniamark]

@@tyrsis 🥰🥰 this is too cute

[@katie_bruh]

Every greyhound/whippet type dog I've met have been absolute sweethearts everytime, they're such a beautiful breed (those floppy ears!!😭😭😭) and it must be so lovely for you to be able to help the rescues and foster when you can. It's so nice to see you happy, sending much love to you and all the family!!!

[@MissKayy90]

I am so happy for you and Jenna! I've been a fan of her for a decade and I am still sad that she's not on here anymore but at the same time I am happy for her that she is advocating in rescuing greyhounds and giving them homes! That makes my heart full that she is doing what it makes her happy! ❤

[@jaash7981]

Marbles: just living J&J: gets a bigger dog than him, then gets a girthier version of that dog, and then gets a horse Marbles: pff idc I am still your alpha Also J&J: lets another horse into their home Marbles: oh ffs

[@ana21cg]

I sometimes can't fall asleep because I am trying to compute how many Marbles do you need to stack to create a Bunny.

[@mrecruy]

"oh for for fucks sake"

[@sw8547]

I dont think marbles even knows marbles is alive lol

[@asteroidkitty3121]

"I gotta teach ANOTHER Horse how to act around me?? Fine. Worth it if they get like a forever home or whatever."

[@user-eh6md6bj2i]

As a long-time foster parent, I promise you that it gets easier! The first one was the absolute hardest for me, and I cried my eyes out for days. Now I can foster an animal and give it all my love, and feel okay when giving them up. I even feel happy afterwards knowing I was a positive influence on their life. What helps is knowing that by giving them up, I can foster another animal that needs it. It's really rewarding being a foster-parent, and I know you are going to love this journey!

[@ilovebunniesooomuch]

this comment made me wanna become a foster parent esp when u said u can foster another animal that needs help !!

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

I have the same experience with cats. First time I socialized a feral kitten I was crying A LOT because it took so long and looked so hopeless a lot of the time. She wasn't a foster we wanted to keep her but I was definitely prepared to find another living arrangement for her if it hadn't worked because it looked really bad a few times. Now she is 10 years old and the sweetest and cuddliest cat ever, nobody believes us when we tell her where she came from. Now I'm just calm about pretty much anything when it comes to cats and fosters, once you had a really hard case not much can phase you anymore.

[@alinab.5852]

You‘re doing something so great by fostering those animals :-) 🤍 Thank you

[@bcaye]

Bless your selfless spirit. I just keep them until they pass then rescue another. Have had 5, currently 3.

[@bcaye]

@@DieAlteistwiederda, long story just so you know. 2004, a stray cat shows up at my sister's house, black and white, SO skinny, fleas, earmites . Comes right up and just absolutely demands love. My sister says he's been around a few days. Since he's such a sweetheart and she also has a feral cat she feeds, she doesn't mind feeding him but is hesitant ( she had 3 cats and 3 dogs she loves animals) to which I say I will recompense the flea/earmite medication. So she says yes. In the midst of this project, I noticed some sores on his hind feet. So after he goes through that, purring wildly throughout, I ask if she would put an antibiotic ointment on it. I have the hind feet in my right hand, his head in the crook of my elbow but also control of his front feet. We agree that we are ready and she starts to put the stuff on. Seconds later "your hand!" I look down to see the big scary kitty open his mouth...and proceed to lick my hand. He then looks straight up at my face. He had beautiful green eyes and he purred throughout the entire thing. My sister says, "You just fell in love, didn't you?" Yep. Loved that cat, he was FIV+, negative FL and quarantined for several about 8 weeks because I couldn't find a home for him. The facilty was great, I worked 6pm-6:30pm so they technically couldn't let clients in. They let me in at 7 when the staff arrived and also let Spot out during that period. Everyone loved him, but one morning as I left, I was fully crying and the tech aked, " can't you just vaccinate your other cats?" I had never heard of FLV prior, so I questioned her and found a vaccine is available. Researched it. Reason 1) it's only 85% effective 2) a vaccinated cat will show up on their microchip as FIV positive forever .

[@sofiaaisa9349]

fostering has been one of the best experiences ive ever had and im planning on continuing for as long as i can awesome to see larger platforms show this type of work

[@pinkcupcake4717]

One of the first dogs in my life was a retired greyhound, Buck. Him and my dad were super close and he loved to play fetch and run. Buck was sweet with me, a little kid too. He lived a long and very loved life.

[@ProfessorSassypants]

I just imagine Jenna living her best life with her plants and animals 😭😭💜😂

[@helloimellieful]

If my memory serves me, (edit: although I know in some cases, both environments can be less than ideal) that Bunny was a "blood" greyhound. That might be why Jamie is so different from Bunny. While Bunny was cooped up, Jamie spent more time out in the open and travelling.

[@feralbirdie7352]

Lots of racing greyhounds have happy and fulfilling lives when cared for properly 💚🐾 quality sport and preservation breeders love the breeds more than anybody!

[@Bea_Esser]

Yeah she was a blood donor.

[@athena11231]

Yup! I've fostered greys for years and every dog is different but in general I've found that Retired Racers are more confident/outgoing than Blood Donors

[@Sarah-vo3qu]

I had no idea blood greyhounds exist. Just looked it up and my god... Thank you for indirectly shedding light on that issue. And yes I can imagine that those environments may differ.

[@lexarona300]

@@Sarah-vo3qu I don't want to google it because I have a feeling it will make me very sad. Could u give me the run down on what a blood greyhound is?

[@jesseniamarin4711]

You guys are doing a really amazing thing fostering dogs like Jamie in need! Rescues are special & hold their own personalities for sure! I love animals so much I work at an animal hospital so to see someone I look up to love animals just as much is awesome!

[@amya5127]

You’re doing such an amazing, selfless thing I just think it’s wonderful of you both to devote your time, energy and love into this ❤️

[@hithereiam4878]

She’s so sweet. I love that Julien shares his philanthropic side. He actively tries to better the world and brings us along. I deeply appreciate it. I can’t always afford to do thing I want to do or the things I’m interested in are nowhere near where we live. I love sharing a bit of his journey. Julien’s just a all around nice and good guy. 💞

[@brayantrejo5595]

Don’t forget Jenna ! 1000% she had something to do with this.

[@Mindlesskutters]

The fact that bunny has grown so much that she is excited to have a new friend makes me so happy. I feel like fostering is a really good thing for you guys, You have such a way with animals and yeah it will be sad when a family does come but you helped her get to that point.

[@Elbylicious]

She's adorable!!! I love that Bunny helps with the fostering as a mentor-sister, since she's a rescue herself and has found her forever-home. I hope you have a great time with her and that saying goodbye won't be too heartbreaking and that she finds a wonderful forever-home.

[@katiebridges1183]

Your love of greyhounds is so special!! You should definitely look into Saluki’s. They’re like the desert sister of the greyhound. I have a rescue and they’re so sweet and kind!

[@kaylaguffey4350]

Please make a photo album of the dogs you foster! Even if you don't share it publicly, give each dog a page with your experiences and memories of them and a picture of their first day with you and last day. You'd be surprised how many dogs you'll end up helping

[@ItsJustTine21]

I love this! I grew up with foster greyhounds and I can think of 9 off the top of my head but I would have loved to have pictures of them all to look back on now.

[@Hivdghn]

Hearing how many extra issues Bunny had at the beginning makes me so happy that she ended up in such a loving and patient home

[@whyisthisachannel]

Im so proud of you guys ♥♥ I've been doing fostering for about 18 years. It's deeply rewarding - and sometimes very difficult. I specialize in taking in uh. We'll call it trauma recovery - when there's major health or injury, I usually am the foster that gets called for nursing through that. It's definitely changed who I am, but when you get a dog that moves on from your place into a home where they dont have anything but good things coming in their future? So good.

[@tracydavies1335]

Thank you to you and Jenna for becoming foster parents to these beautiful greys. I watched when you brought Bunny home and how difficult her adjustment to pet life was. They are all so different but also similar if that makes sense. Our first grey was 8 years old after being a track dog then brood mum. She was the sweetest creature I have ever met. We had her for years and lost her at 12 yo from osteosarcoma 😢 Just before xmas last year we brought a new girl home after a 12 month break. Our new girl is 7 yo and loves toys. Our first never understood what they were. The greyhound community online is an amazing place. The helpful advice from others owners or foster parents is so helpful and when you lose one the outpouring of love really helped in my grief journey. You are doing a wonderful thing ☺️

[@Rileyw239]

I think something about fostering versus just adoption it allows Jenna and Julien to be able to continue to take in dogs that need a place to go while the organization looks for good homes. I mean I don’t doubt that they would have as many dogs as possible and take great care of them, but they are able to potentially help more dogs and dog lovers by just fostering.

[@em0ville]

yeah, and caring for five dogs is definitely a lot of work 😅

[@Rileyw239]

@@em0ville exactly and then if they adopt her and decide to foster more that’s six dogs!!

[@kaelarollins]

Shit, I wish we were getting a podcast about this. I miss that highlight every week. But so glad to know how wonderful of a foster home and parents Jamie and future pups will have 💕

[@mikeandash7]

Same...

[@MissFelice]

Your heart is pure gold and your mullet is immaculate. Just the full package.

[@XDisAwesomest]

I work at an animal shelter and one of my favorites was saved from the chopping block due to a very patient and amazing foster family. She was still at risk if the foster fell through but they recently foster failed and now she's safe and happy forever. So thank you, fosters are amazing

[@Morganne]

1:13 jamie is me in every forced family photo

[@MotherOfWednesday]

Goes with out saying! I am sure fans will make sure the have one of kind art of each foster.

[@skimmylk]

jamie: 🧍‍♂️

[@mackenziedesire7515]

I'm so glad Jenna and Julien found each other, 'cause they make a phenomenal team :)

[@Pironesia]

Absolutely. They are a blessing to this world.

[@AM-dp9tv]

Fr I love them sm

[@hkrkhkfkg9326]

they’re such great friends it’s amazing!!

[@domis1792]

Are they still together?

[@elwynbrooks]

oh god i have my own ex-racing grey and I teared up when you talked about how them getting off the truck was their first ever walk fuck that hits right in the feels they're such good, sweet loving dogs, they deserve the whole damn world

[@londonisvile]

I love how much love you give your animals and the fact that you guys are fostering her just makes me so happy because animals are a huge part of my life. It's really inspiring to see you guys care about these animals and how much effort you put into making sure that they're all happy. And you guys are able to put it on the internet to inspire other people to do the same, which is amazing. Much love to you all