Remember this gorgeous boy so very well and am over the moon that he is living his best life up north with you. x

Hi, yes I remember you, we were planning to view Brandy as he was then but we adopted Douggie from somewhere else instead. I remember feeling really guilty then he was adopted by yourselves so I felt it was meant to be. So glad to hear that he is well and enjoying life, love to you all xxxx

Hi everyone, remember us? Well the wonderful Kuro is a happy boy and loving his life up in Yorkshire!

Hi everyone, it's almost Kuro's gotcha day so I just wanted to let you know how he's getting on. All is well, he's a happy healthy boy who is much loved. Still a bit grumpy with small dogs, but we are still working on that. Love to you all xxx

Wonderful Jo
Please let me know how you get on
Pam xxx

Just spoken to Ali G. Kuro is doing really well. He is fab at home and is much better with other dogs. I am hoping to go and see him in a few weeks when I visit my family. X

Great to hear Kuro is well and happy, I'm sure you will find Jim very helpful, he's a fantastic guy who is amazing with hounds, he has helped us on numerous occasions, he's also quite witty and makes the experience very positive and rewarding, good luck on Friday, please keep us all updated. Xx

So happy to see your update, I am sure you will be a good boy with your training. Xxx

So pleased all is well up north xx
Hope all goes well with his training x

Hi everybody, just thought I'd give you a quick update on Kuro. All is well, he's a very happy lad. We have Jim Greenwood coming to see us on Friday to help with the reactivity to other dogs. Love to you all xxx

Yay, another good day. Kuro didn't woof at a dog running about nearby when in the woods this afternoon. A treat and lots of praise given.

He has heard you talking about taking him to training classes lol xxxx

We've had a breakthrough today! Kuro walked past a cat who was lying on the path right next to him. He didn't react, other than wagging his tail. This is a big improvement on the time he dragged me through a hedge, lol x

Just to be clear, I did mean the doggie Yorkshire accent, not the person, God forbid my sister has lived up there for over 30 years!! Arry is not keen on other breeds either, so I will be working on that with him too. It will come in time, Sarah was a nightmare, now she couldn't care less, still not keen on cats or squirrels, or maybe too keen!!.

It probably is fear aggression.
Monty and Maisie were very prey driven when the first came home
After around 6 months they started to improve and are now other dog friendly x
Good luck

Hi everyone, thank you so much for the tips and suggestions. I'm honestly moved that you care enough to respond. Kuro is a wonderful dog and I adore him. I think we will work with a trainer and see whether they can work their magic! Jo you might have a point about the accent lol xxxxx

Alij, our greyhound Dexter was exactly the same, we rang the kennels for advise and was told about a guy called Jim Greenwood, he is a fantastic dog trainer who mainly trains hounds, I rang him and he gave us invaluable advise and even came to our house, he goes through everything with you, diet, how you react when you see another dog, we couldn't have got through those first few months without him as our boy was so reactive he was hard to control, he is always happy to help, I'm not surex if he still does them but we went to a few training days and we found them most helpful. Good luck, and hope you find a solution xxxx

Hi, my grey was petrified of other breeds, she used to hide behind my legs, trees, bushes and shake but then she had been attacked by two labradors and also a dalmatian running loose. Suggest you try and find someone with a non-grey who is really well socialised (if you have a local branch of RGT they may be able to help you find someone) and just walk them together with the two owners in between the two dogs (so you have dog 1, owner 1, owner 2, dog 2) across the pavement while they get used to each other. I also got a dog coat from Greyhound Megastore (which they will message for you at a cost) saying Nervous Dog in Training. It didn't work for Honey she hated it (I'm sure she could read what it said!) and I would let you have it but unfortunately it is currently in store as I've moved house. Hope things improve - also don't make a big issue of it - you just feed their anxiety. Local dog training classes are also great for building their confidence. Really hope this helps - sorry no dog trainer - but as they say 'been there and done that!'

Hi Ali, so pleased you are still keeping him muzzled, this is so important. Might be worth asking people with dogs off lead to politely put them back on lead and explain he is a little unsure of them being non greys. Maybe worth looking at training classes near to you too. Hope all goes well. Do you think he being a brummie dog he doesn't quite yet recognize the good old Yorkshire accent! Keep us updated. Jo xxx

I, too, suggest (and highly recommend) Julie's training class. She teaches lots of techniques and gives great advice. x

Alij... Look at Tony Knight on you tube or you could attend julie sadler training class

I'm writing to ask for advice about our boy. Unfortunately he's still reactive to other dogs (non greyhounds), in particular small breeds. We always walk him on the lead and he wears his muzzle, just in case. If other dogs come anywhere near him, he goes bananas and lunges, growls and barks. I'm convinced that this is because he's afraid of them, rather than outright aggression. Most people in the area are good at keeping their dogs at a safe distance, but there's always the odd one whose dog is off lead and comes up to investigate!

We were wondering whether you could suggest any tips or techniques to make walks less stressful?

Love the updates on Kuro, he is a very lucky boy bless him xxxx

Hello friends, time for a quick update on our lovely boy. He's well and happy, enjoys his walks, likes his cuddly toys and is generally a very settled lad in Yorkshire. He's often seen on cat patrol as there are plenty on the street where we live. Xxx

Hi everyone, just a quick line to say our lovely boy is well and happy. He's a lively lad and that has taken a bit of getting used to, but he's settled beautifully. Thanks once again to all at Daybreaks for everything you do for the hounds xxx

Happy to say that all is well and we've had several completely uneventful walks today! Xxx

Hope all ok Ali xxx

There is a beautiful ginger and white cat on our street, it drives our boys crazy, just sits there staring at them and generally owning the street, I always think, don't move, don't move, which it usually does cos the boys really want to meet it then. Just one of those things I'm afraid, you just have to hold on tight to a short lead, little monkeys!!!!!

How lucky for all !! We had a drama one day out walking luckily only I had any damage - broken finger and a bruised bottom!! After we went back to walking with muzzles it seemed to clam them down as everytime we went past they were a bit ‘keen’. Xxx

An eventful walk this afternoon. Kuro spotted one of the local cats and decided to give chase. He almost pulled me over but I managed to hold on to the lead. Sprained ankle and wrist for me, mouthful of cat fur for the boy and a rather terrified cat!

It's lovely to hear that Kuro has found a lovely home and he is happy, it's great watching their personalities emerge, brilliant, keep enjoying your boy xxxx

So pleased your gorgeous boy has settled well. Xx

Hi folks, just a quick update for you. Happy to say that our boy is well and happy. He's a very cheeky lad with a playful nature. Very affectionate and loves a cuddle or his belly rubbed! Also loves getting out and about on his walks, even when it's cold. Love to you all x

Hilarious day with Kuro. He nearly dragged me through a hedge when he saw a cat running through a nearby garden. Spent the morning savaging his toys and throwing them in the air. Love my lively, funny boy.

Some nice news from Yorkshire. Kuro is continuing to settle into his new home and has made lots of new friends, both human and hound. He also now has a Honktapus toy, which he absolutely loves. Love to all at Daybreaks xxx

Well done kuro! Clearly knew he'd found himself a wonderful family xxx

Kuro, I could not be happier for you and your wonderful family. X

Just wanted to sing the praises of our lad. He's coped so well with the transition from kennels to home. He's joined our family at the busiest time of the year (two birthdays plus Christmas, meaning lots of visitors etc). Couldn't be happier with him. Xxx

Just a short note to say all is well with Kuro up here in Yorkshire. He's settling in beautifully and we are loving watching his cheeky personality come out and blossom. Love to you all xxx

Kuro here. I wanted to let you all know that I have found my voice again and I woof to let the staff, whoops I mean Mum and Dad, know that I need my meals or to go out for walkies. I've had a fantastic Christmas, had lots of treats and got a big caterpillar to chew!

All is going well with this super boy, he's fun and very affectionate. Managed to leave him with his toys for five, ten and then fifteen minutes, all ok. Loving his walks, his meals, his bed and barking at the local cats! Xxx

Lovely to hear how your super lad is getting on! We still miss him shouting for his breakfast at the kennels! :))) Xxx

Sounds like Kuro is happy and is now showing his personality, I find it really fascinating how a Greyhound gradually shows their true self, how cheeky and wonderful they all are, and before you know it, have got you totally wrapped around their paws - just love it xxxxx

Oh and we've cracked the toileting thing, so no more accidents in the house. His character is really coming out now and he's very cheeky! An extremely loveable boy. Next step is to leave him for a short time and see how he gets on. He's been my little shadow for a few days but today he quite happily stayed in his bed while I was working upstairs. Lots of progress made, he's a clever boy and a fast learner.

Fun and games with our boy today - he really gave me the runaround, playing and bowing when I tried to put his coat on and when we got back (soaked), did wet zoomies all round the house! He likes hiding his toys on our beds too.

Hehe jet weed up Xmas trees the first Xmas with us but I suppose he thought it was normal to wee up a tree just couldn't work out why it was indoors...got to love male dogs for cocking their leg! Xxx

Oh Alison, I will hold you to that. Might just visit you and Kuro and not the family lol. Xxx

Ha ha, that's why we haven't put our big tree up this year, the boys we have had have always weed on the tree, glad kuro is settling well, he has found his forever home and I'm sure he knows it. Have a great first Christmas with your special boy xxxx

He's an absolute superstar, he weed under the Christmas tree on day 1 but since then no accidents, he even asks to go out. I've never seen a dog finish his dinner quicker than this boy, it's unbelievable! Jo you are most welcome to visit us x X x

Alison, I am so very very happy to hear that this special boy is settling in, as you know I had a soft spot for him. He has really landed on his paws. Will give me a reason to visit my family in the surrounding area of Leeds and pop in and see him. Jo Xxx

So happy for you all! :))) Lots of love Kate Xxx

Kuro is doing wonderfully in his new home! He's settling in really well. He met the postman this morning (woof) and heard the washing machine for the first time (woof woof!) He loves walks, snuggles and not having to wait for his meals. Love to all.

Sending a big cuddle to Kuro Brandy tonight! Wishing you all lots of happy times together. Thank you so much for choosing him to share your lives. Xxx

What a star xxxx

Well what a clever boy we have brought home. Kuro has just told his Dad that he needed to go out. Early night for all of us tonight, so I will once again thank everyone at Daybreaks and all the well wishers. Love to you all x

Yay so pleased for kuro and his new parents, think everyone has been waiting for this day! Tears falling at sirenmelody's comment regarding Barney, but totally agree he would want another hound to be loved and cherished by his mom and dad! Wishing you all a wonderful life together xxx

What a lovely re-homing photo and how lovely to hear you have arrived safely at your new home and settling in. Looking forward to updates. Happy Xmas to you all! Xx

Kuro popped into see us on our roadshow at Melbicks today, on his way to his lovely new home. Be happy handsome boy and thank you to your lovely new mum and dad. Merry Christmas xxx

Thank you everyone for your lovely supportive comments xxx

Hi everyone! We made it back to Leeds safely and Kuro travelled like an absolute star. He's investigated the downstairs part of the house (doesn't fancy the stairs yet). Has eaten his dinner and been out for a walk xxx

Have shed a tiny tear for you & Nick. Am so delighted you will be in a home for chrimbo. I visited York last year and thought it was a fab place. Wonderful surrounding scenery. Well, my boy what can I say. I wish for you all that you would wish for yourself. Your parents sound loving and caring and I am sure Barney would be so grateful that another boy is being welcomed into his home to ease the sadness of his not being around any more. They are all individual characters with different special qualities. Ali j....I hope you have recovered nicely from your op. May you and your family be blessed for making a long journey to choose this special boy and may you all enjoy many gappy years of adventures together. After xmas perhaps you will let us all know how 'Kuro' is settling in. Fab change of name. Good luck to all of you. Seana, Melly & Teddy xxx

I’m so happy for all of you. I know Brandy is going to have an amazing retirement. Be happy Brandy and have a great Christmas. So happy for you all. Xx

Good luck Brandy though I don't think you will need it. Be a good boy and have a lovely time in your new home. Will miss you at the kennels but are so pleased you have found your forever sofa.

Lovely pic. Have a great trip home Kuro

Brandy, what a lovely rehoming photo, we have all waited so long to see it, I wish you all lots of great times together, Brandy is a fantastic hound who so deserves his forever loving home, and I'm sure he has now found it. Enjoy your boy xxxxxx

Oh Brandy - your big day has come at last! So excited for you. We will miss seeing you on Wednesday walks but are so happy you have your new home. Xx

AliJ Your excitement is tangible and I have tears of happiness for you and Brandy. Look forward to the updates. Have a wonderful Christmas. x

I will make sure we remember to take his special purple blanket with us, I think that's a lovely idea of Julie's. Xxx

Well Brandy, your last sleep before going home tomorrow! So excited for you! Will really miss you. Xx. Alison, he has a purple knitted blanket in his kennel, please take it with you. Julie, Teddy's Mom knitted several to be put into the kennel with dogs who are reserved so they can take something that smells familiar out to their new homes with them. What a lovely Idea.

Xxx

Just wanted to say how happy I am to be giving a hound a home in time for Christmas. As heartbroken as I was to lose Barney, the prospect of another four paws pattering round our home again has really helped me.

Brandy, it’s been a pleasure to look after you whilst you’ve been with us at Daybreaks. It was lovely to have the last day with you and make you smell all beautiful! (Even if the hair dryer scared you... - nothing a few treats can’t solve!! :) )

Be a good boy and be on you’re bestest behaviour!! Don’t forget your purple blanket! Xxx

The big day is nearly here! Happy to hear that our boy's had a lovely pamper session today. His new home and bed are all ready for him. See you tomorrow X X X

Nice to see Brandy having a pamper session with Jess this afternoon, ready for his big day tomorrow. I’m sure he’ll settle in quickly and enjoy his new home. Good luck Mate!

One more sleep...! Xxx

That's right Jetlucy, just two more sleeps! Can't wait to get our lad home. His fancy new scarlet coat arrived today and his bed is all ready! See you on Sunday xxx

Hang in there brandy just 2 more sleeps! I'm counting the days down too I'm so excited for you alij! Xxx

With all that cosy heating I might check myself in for a night at hotel daybreaks! Xxx

Super, thanks Jo. Can't wait to see you all on Sunday. Xxx

Ali, don't you worry, We will kit Brandy out with whatever he needs. See you Sunday. Jo. Xx

Thank you Wispa's Mum, what luxury kennels they are at Daybreaks! Underbed heating and wall heaters! I will make sure will keep him nice and warm. Xxx

Hi AliJ - regarding your comment below.... the kennels at Daybreaks have under bed heating as well as heaters on the walls as well as a fleecy coats for the greys when it is cold so he will be used to being warm!

I really enjoyed our chat Kate, thanks very much for the info. I'll choose a nice fleece for him on Sunday x

When we order collars from Slouching Hound we normally have size 12" - 17" in the Martingales. Xxx :)

Hi Alison, lovely to speak to you today. As discussed we have lovely winter fleeces for Brandy to model when you pick him up on Sunday. We always say if your heating goes off at night they will probably be cold. Our residents will all have their fleeces on tonight....except for Jet who usually takes his off sometime during the night! :)) Xxx

Sorry to bother you again - how big is Brandy's neck please? I'm just on Slouching Hound website looking at collars x

Daft question! I was wondering whether to buy a jumper / housecoat for our boy at night. However, if he's coming from kennels he might not be used to central heating, so might he be too warm?

Less than a week til we come and collect our boy. Sunday can't come soon enough! Hold on big guy, we are coming for you! X

Florence was West Forty Six, Daybreaks called her Westy. She was rehomed for a few days and called Pheobe. We called her Florence. She soon learnt it, especially if you use it alot and offer treats! X

That's right, he will be spoilt! We are so lucky, he will make our Christmas even better x

Spoilt already!!!! X

Been shopping for treats for a special boy today. Toys, tag, raised food bowls and a Christmas present. Xxx

We are thinking of calling him Kuro, which is the Japanese word for black!

Hi AliJ. He does know his name, but they can adapt well if it is changed. My latest boy was called Lurch, ok fine if a big black dog, but not so suited to a small white and fawn boy (check out the our dog page and put his name in, you will see what I mean)! we changed him to Flloyd (don't ask)!, he adapted very quickly and within days, although sometimes I do think he thinks his name is Come Here!!!

Which name are you considering? X

We have always changed ours Ali
X

Might have to hold you to that alij! Xxx

We are thinking of changing Brandy's name. I know a lot of people do this when they re-home a hound, but I'm worried he might be a bit confused! How attached is he to his name?

We most certainly will pop in sometime xxxx

Jetlucy- you'll have to pop in and see Brandy (and us) if ever you are in our neck of the woods. Warm welcome assured. A friend of the hounds is a friend of ours! Xxx

Brandy will look stunning in his new coat! And Yorkshire...he couldn't be going anywhere more lovely, we go alot as have family there and never get bored of the place! You're a lucky pooch xxx

So excited for Brandy, he is finally getting the home he deserves xx

Brandy, another one that will make me cry, happiness of course. Xx

Well Brandy boy, we have started preparing for your arrival in Yorkshire. You have a beautiful new grey and yellow rain jacket. The colours will look fabulous with your beautiful black coat. Xxxx

good luck BRANDY you deserve a good home hope everything goes well for you as your such a loving boy

Not long then now brandy, you can start the countdown to your wonderful new life and happiness xxx

Hope to see you if you pop into Melbicks on your way home
Xxx

Just noticed Brandy is a half brother to our Jess, good luck Brandy hope you have a great life in your new home x

Yes it's true Brandy will be in a home for Christmas! Can't wait to help him settle in. We are popping down on 16th Dec so look forward to seeing you then xxxxx

Great news Alison, hope all is well. Please let me know when you will be collecting Brandy and I will be there to see him off to his new home with you with a box of tissues! Xxx

Dear Brandy
Your new mum is recovering well from her operation and will be coming soon to take you home and you will be loved to bits x

Hi Alison, so happy to hear you are home, speedy recovery. See you soon, Jo xx

Hello there, happy to say I'm home from hospital. A bit sore, but doing well. Love to all you humans and hounds xxx

Great to hear the op went well and you can come home today! Xxx

Hope you're ok alij! If the anaesthetist was a fab convince him to have rocky or jet lol! Xxx

Hi everyone, happy to say that I'm recovering well after my op and I'll be allowed home tomorrow. It's true, I told the anaesthetist all about Brandy as it turned out he was a hound fan! Can't wait to get our boy home xxx

Dear Brandy
Your new mum had her operation yesterday and is so looking forward to taking you home and snuggling you to bits. She even told her Anaesthetist all about you yesterday xxx

Brandy, I do so hope your new mom is recovering after her op yesterday. Jo x

Good luck Ali xxxx

Hi Alison, hoping all goes well tomorrow, will be thinking of you. I am so excited that he has a home to go to. Speedy recovery. Jo x

Brandy's new Mum here! I'm having an op tomorrow, bit nervous but excited because once I'm recovered, we can bring our boy home and he can start to settle in. ??

At last!!! Well done sweetheart. Another lovely intelligent boy who has waited so very patiently for a loving home. I shall miss cuddling you but its your turn to shine like the bright diamond you are. Be happy Brandy. Love Seana, Mel & Teddy xx

Loved your stories of rescuing wildlife Jetlucy and Loveheart. So excited about showing Brandy his new home, new bed, lots of nice places to go for walks and so on. And letting him lean to his heart's content! Xxx

Hehe loveheart I think we are! Oh I know I can't do without my animals and I adore all my babies, my husband knows his place in the pecking order! Xxx

Jetlucy we must be sisters separated at birth LOL as my husband says you and I have the same compulsion where creatures of all kinds are concerned. I once chased a cat with a mouse in its mouth and got it off him and kept it quiet in a warm box for an hour then let it go when it had recovered ! I said to hubby if this is a compulsion its one I don't want to loose. It's my addiction to Grey's he should be more worried about lol xx

Couldn't agree more alij! I think it's so lovely to think you've given a rescue animal a home and I always encourage anyone to do so rather than a puppy (obviously I try to persuade every one a grey is the way forward!) However, as my husband will verify, I seem to take this abit to the extreme and rehome anything and everything and the mankier the better! We've even got a rescue box going now for the rodents and birds the cats keep dragging in to try and help them survive and our vets just love my bank account! Got to love these creatures as they give us so much xxx

Last night I dreamt we gave a hound a home and I woke up this morning and it was completely true! It's a wonderful feeling. Thank you everyone for your kind words and well wishes xxx

Thank you everyone for the lovely warm welcome we received today. I was very taken with the beautiful Reggie's Roman nose but Brandy is a better fit for our family. Looking forward to giving him some home comforts!

Oh, brilliant news Brandy. AliJ, thank you for choosing this gorgeous boy. Xx

How fabulous well done alij and brandy I'm so pleased! And that's hopefully 2 of the long stayers going now even better news! I can tell brandy is going to be spoilt rotten! Xxx

So pleased to see the red sign for this lovely boy. Everything crossed for him and his new family. Xxxx

Aww thank you for picking Brandy AliJ, I’m over the moon for you both. You really have a lovely boy. Good luck guys. Hope brandy and you have a good Christmas very glad he can enjoy it! Xx

Thanks to Alij and her family for choosing Brandy, I was there as I did say I would try and make it as we had spoken a couple of times on the phone. I have to admit I did have a bit of a cry (happiness of course). Well done Brandy my boy. X

Well done Brandy. A forever home at last. x

Alij I am soooo of happy that you have chosen Brandy, he is a beautiful boy and I wish you lots of fun times together- this has made my day thank you xxxxxx

Fantastic. I had a real soft spot for him. I hope he enjoys his retirement

I am delighted to say that we have chosen Brandy to be our new hound! He's a lovely boy, really special. Xxx

Ah well brandy, now the beautiful Nick is reserved maybe you'll pick alij...! Xxx

I'm sending Brandy a cuddle today because I've just spoken to Kate and she was telling me what a lovely boy he is. Xxx

Brandy would really love to have a home and family of his own to share Christmas with. He is a lovely lad who just needs someone to give him a chance to show them how special he is. Sending him my cuddle tonight. Xxx

Brandy has now been at Daybreaks for over 6months apart from a short homing which sadly didnt quite work out due to difficulty sharing food arrangements with the already resident dogs
I took him to Brueton Park today and as when I took hom to Leamington street collection he was a lovely dog to take out
He is fine with other breeds although a warning growl to a lab who wanted to jump all over him was given but normal doggy interaction gave no problems whatsoever..
Hes sensible on the lead and in the car. Very very affectionate and Olympic class leaner.
Definately ready for that long awaited home now.
Lets hope being male and black doesnt hold him back too much longer

Brandy had a lovely time in the sand run with Jess and Stacey, he is a super lad. Very loving and affectionate and loves to lean! Xxx

Met Brandy today, he was lovely and friendly, I hope this boy gets the loving home he deserves soon, he has been so patient bless him xxxxx

Oh Brandy you stole my heart today when we took you to Sheldon country park. What a lovely calm placid boy you are and a pleasure to walk. You do like to lean in for a good fuss. I can't believe no one has snapped you up already you'd be such a great pet and you deserve your own sofa. I really hope you find your home soon xx

Brandy enjoyed his day at the annual dog show, he travelled great on the back seat with fluff fluff with no issues at all. He then spent the rest of the day with Jet and Roary, making sure to say hello to all the dogs and people he possibly could ( they’ll give me fuss and I can lean on them!). He really is a quiet lad once he’s out of the kennels, he just wanted to be with you. We even learnt today that he knows ‘sit’ and ‘down’ so he’s a smart lad too! Let’s hope your home is around the corner very soon! Xx

Brandy came with me to Elmdon Park today. He stood patiently to have his lead on but was off like a rocket when I opened the kennel door. Bless him, he couldn't wait to get out. He still doesn't get the concept of jumping in the car, but doesn't mind being manhandled in. Once in, he travelled really well and had no problems jumping out. I took him on a harness today and he was immediately calmer than last week. He is however still quite strong on the lead when he wants to go a certain direction and you do have to be firm with him.

We met lots of dogs and his manners were much better. He stood calmly whilst a medium sized dog had a good sniff of him and didn't seem.at all perturbed by the much smaller fluffy standing a metre away from him. There was one dog that he was quite focussed on but after changing direction and then going in for a second attempt to pass the dog, Brandy got the message and walked past calmly. I think he shows a lot of potential Whilst he may be noisy in the kennel, he is not when out and about. He really enjoys his walks and will make someone an excellent companion xx

Thanks tiggersmum - I have added the photo you sent of Brandy with his lick mat :-)

Well Buddy/Brandy was my guinea pig dog with my new game for a Greyhound ... called a lick mat (also known as my baking trays or a Silicone Baking Mat) ... you smear cheese (Primula is good) or peanut butter or anything that'll stick to the 'mat' and let you doggy friend lick it off - it really occupies them and keeps them chilled out hopefully. Buddy loved his mat and came back to the gate for a top up - not knowing if he'd had much cheese before I didn't give him too much but he really licked away :) We kept an eye on him as the silicon mat could have been chewed but it was great to see him occupied and happy - and he didn't try to eat the mat :) x

Brandy had a trip out today to Elmdon park, thank so much to Liz_Beth for taking him. I am sure he enjoyed a break from the kennels. X

Brandy came to Elmdon Park with me today. He needed a hand getting in the car but then travelled really well. He loved being out in the park but was strong on the lead to start with. Once we did some stop, start, change direction he did get the idea and started to walk more calmly. He is quite keen with smaller dogs but is less bothered by medium and large dogs. He definitely enjoyed a taste of life outside the kennels and I'm sure with more visits to the park he will realise that he can take his time a bit more when out walking!! Xx

Happy birthday Brandy, hope you've had lots of cuddles today. You get the one from me on here.

Happy birthday Brandy, hope your new forever comes soon. Xx

Happy birthday Brandy, hope you find your special forever home soon xxxxx

Happy Birthday to lovely Brandy! Hoping a new home will soon be his. Xxx

Happy birthday brandy! Have a good day xxx

Buddy is lovely He is an intelligent boy who really enjoys his walks and responds well when spoken to. He's a delight to be with. xx

Another beautiful boy, so sorry you are back in kennels, I hope you find your forever home soon xxxxx

Oh no :( poor Buddy

Oh no - so sad for Buddy.

:((( X

Sadly Buddy (Brandy) has been returned to the kennels today. He and the family's existing Greyhounds were not getting along. He is a very loving and friendly lad who loves people and they feel in the right environment he would thrive. They are devastated to have to return him.

Well done buddy! I figured yesterday this might be the case after buddy's mommy said he had fallen in love with her daughter! Wishing you all wonderful times ahead xxx

Brilliant news for Buddy! So happy for him. Xxx

Great news for Buddy. He was a star in Leamington last Saturday and absolutely deserves to have found his loving home.

Fantastic news You were a really good boy at Brueton Park so I'm not surprised Well done I love seeing those green signs for the black boys coz black IS beautiful :)) x x

That Red sign didn't stay Red for very long, lovely rehoming photo with your new family, and a great new name too xxxxxx

Well done Buddy, you must have been a very good boy for your new mum and dad to decide that quick. Keep up the good work and enjoy your retirement in your new home.

Brandy - sorry Buddy, what brilliant news! Just what you needed, a lovely home of your own. So very happy for you and your new family - have fun. xx

Oh Brandy well done be a good boy. You are a wonderful hound.

Aw Brandy, I am so happy to see that Red sign for you, you must have been a good boy these last few days, well done gorgeous boy, a home of your very own, yopeeeeeeee xxxxxxx

Well done Brandy good luck to you in your new home xx

So great to hear Brandy has settled so well, he's a very handsome chap too xxxx

Hi deniseh, so very sorry but I accidentally deleted your first comment about Brandy :( Pressed the wrong button!!! I do apologise. It's great to hear he is settling so well with you all. Sending him my cuddle tonight. Xxx

Brandy has decided to help sonny take a lot of cuddly toys outside today and Also learning that he has his own food bowl. I think he has fallen in love with my daughter and vice versa as he follows her everywhere.

Aw well done Brandy, how nice for you to get a taste of family life, I hope everything works out for you and you get a lovely new home out of it, fingers crossed for you sweetheart xxxxx

What a good boy Brandy! :) Xxx

Brandy has today been meeting and greeting at the Leamington Street collection. What a very special lad. He travels in the car great and his behaviour to small dogs and the youngest of children was perfect. A fabulous dog just waiting for someone to give him the home he deserves.

Just got home from walkies at the kennels. Brandy walks really well on the lead, he is delighted to see everyone especially, if they have time to give him a cuddle and when we left he was looking quite comfy in his bed. He is a lovely dog. xx

Lovely new photos of Brandy, he has got wonderful ears lol xxxxx

A cuddle for Brandy. Met this bit yesterday and walked him - he is a gorgeous boy. Hope he is soon feeling less stressed. Xx

A big cuddle for Brandy tonight. So sad to see him so stressed. Xxx

Poor Brandy, I hope somebody offers this boy a foster home, it must be awful for him but also awful for you all to see him so stressed, hopefully he will get the help he needs to help him settle bless him, sending him a big hug tonight xxxxxx

I have just picked up Brandy from the vets following his castrate. Sadly he had to have three teeth out however he has come back to the kennels and woofed his dinner down!!! I also took Stella to the vets this morning for her vaccination and also to check she is fit enough for her spey on Friday.... which she is and she just loved travelling in the van and couldn't wait to jump in! She is a sweet thing x

Met Brandy yesterday.He came over with a very waggy tail and seems to be a friendly big boy. xxx

I was going to say what fab ears! Sooo cute! Lots of love brandy xxx

Wow, check out those ears, love them, a lovely looking hound xxxxx