Kiss Me, I'm Greyt

It's March, which means it's officially National Irish American Heritage Month!

Did you know that Greyhounds and their ancient predecessors have had a strong presence in Irish history since the 17th century? It's true! Irish Greyhounds, or "Celtic Hounds," are prevalent in many Irish legends as symbols of loyalty, strength, and health.


Perhaps one of the Celtic Hound's most important characteristics is its symbolic role as a powerful healer. Although the original reasoning behind the Celtic Hound's association with healing is unknown, it could have emanated from the ancient belief that dogs are capable of healing wounds by licking them.

If this is true, could it be that the kiss of a greyhound is a blessing of good health?

According to this Greyt, it may very well be...

Kiss Me, I'm Greyt!

By Katie Gilstrap

I cannot fully

Guarantee

That strength will come

From kissing me.

But like the famous

Blarney Stone,

I have a legend

Of my own.

The challenge is

A test of fate

That's settled when

You kiss a Greyt.

So will you choose

To live in doubt?

Or will you boldly

Kiss my snout?