What a very beautiful boy he was, I am so sorry that he has had to make this last journey far too soon. I am sending you our love and prayers from Carol and Moe xxxx

Sending you all love. Xx

Run free with all our angels at The Bridge

So very sorry for your loss Jane and Stuart xxxxx

I was very sad today to hear about big Charlie. Heaven has gained one very big and special star far too early. I have very fond memories of Charlie my first favourite hound. I still have the photo's of our lovely walk at Stratford nearly 4 years ago now,how the time flies. Through Charlie I became a regular Daybreaks visitor to see him and later we adopted Paddy. He was a true gentle giant in every way and will be sadly missed but never forgotten. RIP big lad,so sad you have crossed rainbow bridge far too soon xx

I was so very sad to hear the news about Charlie. Although only short he had a wonderful life with his family in Spain. Sending lots of love and a big hug to Daisy. Xxx

So sorry to hear Charlie has left for Rainbow Bridge. I remember him and Daisy setting off for Spain in their amazing transport and am sure hue enjoyed every second of his life there. Lots of hugs for his family. Run free Charlie. Xx

My thoughts are with you at this devesting time xxxxxx

Run free Charlie.xxxxx

So very sad to read this. Run free, run fast. Xx

Absolutely broken hearted to hear that Charlie has gone to Rainbow Bridge. I am so sorry..... run free fella - taken too soon :-(((( xxxx

I received the fabulous news yesterday evening that Charlie and Daisy arrived safely at lunchtime at their new home. Phew - I can relax now! :-)

What good friends and loyal supporters, Ruth. Feliz Navidad y feliz año nuevo all Xx

Charlie and Daisy have gone to a wonderful home in Spain to live with Jane and Stuart who used to be on the committee and very active members of Perry Barr Retired Greyhound Trust. They emigrated to Spain a few years ago and have a home near a golf course where Stuart is a golf pro. Nothing will be to much trouble for this pair they will have the best of everything. Please don't worry. Pam

Hi Melodysmum - Charlie and Daisy were chosen by close friends of mine who used to live in the UK. Their previous greys who are sadly at Rainbow Bridge now were from Daybreaks and they wanted to adopt again from us. They are regular visitors to the UK so came up to the kennels several times before choosing their fabulous new 4 legged family x

I had the privelage of taking Charlie for his last walkies from Daybreaks and what a perfect gentleman he is. aI also had a good nose around his luxury transport for his journey to Spain and I'm sure he and Daisy are going to have a nice restful trip. I'm sure its going to be much warmer for them both at their new home and I wish them both many happy times in their new lives. Adios amigos!! XXX

Can I be so bold as to ask how Charlie and Daisy came to be chosen? Are their new family originally from England or supporters of British Greyhound racing? It's just with all the rescued Galgo's in Spain I'm curious as to why they chose hounds from here... That said I'm over the moon for the two beauties who are going to have a wonderful retirement I'm sure! And a quick 'hats off' to those who make it happen (well jell of the swanky van lol) Xx

Safe journey Charlie and Daisy. Wishing you both so much happiness in your new home in Spain. Xx

Eviva España Charlie good luck handsome have a wonderful life xxx

Wishing Charlie a safe journey to his new home. Such a handsome boy, he is sure to have lots of admirers! Xxx

Oh sweetheart, be so very happy in your lovely new home. Safe journey & big cuddles. xxxxxx

Safe journey Charlie & Daisy and have a wonderful time at your new home (a little warmer than here!!) in Spain. Big hugs to you both, T, J & Rxxx

Have a long and happy life in Spain dear Charlie. We will always remember the lovely walk we had with you at Stratford xxx

Have a fabulous new life Daisy and Charlie. At least the weather will be better than here! Fabulous transport you have for your journey. Be happy. Xx

Yayyyyy! Charlie and Daisy have left for Spain - they were collected by Transpet who have the most amazing transport van - I have added photos so you can see. I won't be worrying about them now on their journey..... good luck 'kids' - enjoy your new life abroad xxxxx

I love this big boy. Not quite as tall as the gorgeous Ravi, but equally as gentle, loving and laid back. Am so happy that he is just waiting to go off to his new home. xxxx

Well done Charlie nice to see the black boys getting homes xxx

I have mixed emotions this evening,i'm elated that your reserved Charlie but also sad as its not me! Good luck,you deserve it.Be happy big boy x

Great news Charlie. Have a very happy new life. xx

Fabulous news for Charlie - well done handsome. xx

please dont be put off by this boys size. he is a true gentleman and so gentle. xx

Dear Alan, please feel free to visit your Charlie anytime you want to and be sure to bring Ele and Pam too!....his kennel mate Belle was homed yesterday so this poor handsome lad was on his own last night :( I am so hoping there is a pet tag with his name and your address on it just around the corner! :)) Lots of love Kate Xxx

Dear Dr Muddypaws,your observations of my condition are indeed correct.I must confess to being addicted to large black hounds.I recently discussed this addiction with my doctor and he has encouraged me to continue to help daybreaks as much as possible.Since losing our big black boy in August I have been a bit lost so meeting Charlie helped a lot.In return we hoped his day release would help him to find his forever home.Whilst I am able to admit my problem Pam is in denial at the moment and is in need of further exposure to Charlie.With this in mind I hope Nurse Boswell and Sister Kate will allow us to take this boy out again and with luck it might lead to something more! Yours sincerely Alan & Pam

Oh dear...dear...dear Alan & Pam....what have we here !!! It has come to my attention that you have been whisking this lad off to far flung places, and plying him with sausages and cheap ice cream!!!!!!! SHAME ON YOU BOTH !!!!!!! You...you...gigolos you!!! Don't you realise that no good can come of this illicit affair. Toying with his emotions like this can only end in heartbreak !!! l recommend that you do the decent thing, and make an honest boy of him as soon as possible. Secret, clandestine meetings are not the way to go.....you always get caught out in the end !!! I'm sure Nurse Boswell or Sister Kate would be more than happy to perform the ceremony of the signing of the adoption form. l also notice that you still hav'nt admitted your addiction publicly...tut...tut. At least the kinky wellie brigade have have confided in me that they do have a serious problem...although I'm not sure if they were talking about greyhounds...or their rubber fetish ??? Oh well, it takes all sorts to make a world.
l expect to see Charlie boys sign go green very, very soon. Yours Sincerely...Dr Muddypaws.

Still thinking about the the lovely day we had at Stratford,think Ele is missing you. Here's a cuddle for now,hope to see you again soon xxx

Sounds as though you all had a great day out in Stratford with super Charlie today. :)) Xxx

So glad you had a lovely day out today Charlie, you really are a gorgeous boy and I am keeping everything crossed that you find your very own sofa soon. xxx

Hi Charlie here. I had a wonderful time out today with my friends Alan,Pam and Ele at Stratford walk.It was great to be able to take in all the new sights and sounds walking with my friends.We met some funny non greyhound dogs too but I wasn't interested in them.I heard many people say what a beautiful big boy I was,well there's no arguing with that.Alan and Pam said i'd make a great pet for someone and be the talk of the neighbourhood,maybe that could be you! hope to meet you soon,time for a snooze now dreaming of sausages.Bye for now Charlie x

Oh Charlie,I'm still trying to get the boss lady to let me have another big black boy to be a companion for Ele and be my best mate.Will come and see you again soon xx here's a cuddle for now.

Charlie it was lovely to spend the day with you today, if you are looking for a stunning black boy who is so gentle and easy going, good with other breeds then he is the one........he really Is fabulous !

Hi Charlie! My mom absolutely loves you! You and I came second on matching brace at the show today and her exact words about you were 'what a dog!'...hope you get a home soon and lots of cuddles, but mom is sending you her cuddle today! Lots of wet kisses Jet xxx

This boy is gorgeous....so calm, laid back and gentle...just love him to bits. Must send him my cuddle today.XXX

After yesterday you get our cuddle today big Charlie. We love you xx

We were so pleased to visit daybreaks today and meet the dogs.Our grey Ele took a shine to Charlie and so did we.He is a lovely dog,gentle and playful too.We do love the black boys and you remind us of our beloved Don.You are gorgeous Charlie xx

Another fabulous gentle giant - so handsome and friendly. Big cuddles for you gorgeous. x

A beautiful boy inside and out xxx

I had the pleasure of walking lovely Charlie today. He is simply stunning. Beautiful on the inside and the out. Xxx

Another lovely half-brother to our late Jenna.

Charlie is incredibly handsome! Xxx

Looks like a lovely big lad! X