From my time walking around the neighborhood and the city I've noticed there's been quite a bit of interest in me. Everyone wants to know all about me -- to hear my life's story. Mostly, I just want them to pet me. But... because everyone seems so nosy and interested, I've put together answers to the most frequently asked questions that are asked (usually in the third person like I'm not there) while I'm out on walks and meeting new people in a little segment I like to call "A-FAQs". (Get it? My name is Ajax, and A-FAQs rhymes with my name which is appropriate because these are all frequently asked questions about me, Ajax the dog.)

1. How old is he?

My birthdate is November 29, 2004. You do the math. I'm a dog.

2. Was he adopted?

Yes.

3. How much does he weigh?

My racing weight was 80 lbs. I'm currently trying to gain about 5 pounds or so because I'm a little on the thin side.

4. Did he race?

Of course I raced. We all race. That's what we do.

5. Where did he race?

Raynham-Taunton Greyhound Park (www.raynhamparkfun.com). I really wish it was Wonderland, because that's much easier to say. My last race was on July 26, 2008 and I got last place.

6. What was his racing name?

My racing name was Steel.

7. What is his name?

My name is Ajax.

8. Oh! Ajax like the cleaner?

No. Just Ajax.

9. Ajax like the web technology?

Nope. Just Ajax.

10. That's after the greek mythological character?

No. It's just my freaking name.

11. There's a soccer team in Europe called Ajax...

(showing teeth and growling)

12. What kind of dog is he?

Are you serious? I look exactly like the dog on the side of the giant busses. I can't believe I have to actually tell people this, but I'm a greyhound.

12a. He isn't grey, though...

First of all, that isn't a question, but even if it was it would be a stupid one.

12b. Is it true that there are no stupid questions?

No. That's not true at all. People say that so that they don't look dumb.

13. You're a good boy, aren't you? You're sooo pretty! Aren't you just a sweety?

Yes. Yes I am.

14. Is it a boy or a girl dog?

There are two ways to tell. Look underneath me or smell my breath.

15. How did Ajax learn how to write a blog?

How did you NOT know that I was a greyhound?

16. Can you sit?

No. And I'm not especially interested in learning.

17. Ajax, do you want to go for a ride in the car?

Yes! Yes! Yes I do! I really really do! I want to go now. Please let's go quickly! Come on, let's go! What are we waiting for? Let's go ride in the car!