Ah this is brilliant news!! Good luck handsome Hector. Have a happy retirement. Xxx

Thank you for my cuddle and kisses yesterday Hector... I will truly miss you loads.... You know you had a special place in my heart. X

So very happy for Hector :)) Xxx

Well done hector! Rosiep sounds like youve done a fab job for him xxx

So pleased for Hector the handsome hound. Good luck in your new home. Everything crossed that all goes well. Huge cuddles xxx

So Hector met his new family on Monday and is now packing his bag to leave us tomorrow. We have so enjoyed having him staying with us and will really miss him but we know he'll be very happy in his new home with his new brother Teddy. Have a wonderful life gorgeous boy xxxx

Oh Hector - so very happy to see that Red sign. Loads of happiness, handsome boy. Xx

Aw this has made my day, just love this boy, he so deserves his forever home, be so very happy Hector. Xxxxxxx

Oh Hector this is amazing news. Well deserved! Xx

Fab new photos of the very handsome Hector, such a fabulous hound xxxxx

Hector has finally worked out stairs! He hasn't been at all interested up to now, even though our 3 go up and down regularly. But yesterday we found him halfway up with all 4 legs spread eagled like Bambi on ice!! He slid down backwards (!!!) and then tried again and managed to go up in a very ungainly fashion on his third attempt. He was too scared to come down though and Paul and I had to push and pull using his lead and a treat and then he managed it. He's now a regular visitor upstairs and slowly getting quicker and better at it. He quickly found the bed but seems happier to lie on a bed on the floor. Such a lovely boy - and still looking for his forever home :) xx

Hector also will come with custom made coats, a tub full of toys plus lots more, he's already to go... X

Hector's still with us but still looking for his forever home. He's very good on the lead, gets on well with other dogs (although has to have a good sniff at small ones as he still finds it hard to believe something small can actually be a dog!), absolutely loves fuss, and can be left for quite a long time with no problem though he is with our dogs then. Please don't overlook this lovely boy xx

Love Hector to bits! Great to see him at Notcutts yesterday. He's such a gentle soul and the way he looks at you. Had to stop wife from stealing him to come and live with Reggie. I so hope someone gives him a warm and loving home very soon. x

We were back at Notcutts today and Hector was such a good boy. He took all the fuss he could get and won a few hearts. I'm hoping that someone whose heart has been won over will want to take him home with them and give him the forever home he deserves (not a forever sofa as he doesn't seem interested in that!) xx

We're "on duty" on Sunday at 2pm at Notcutts with Bert and Skip so we'll see you then. We're bringing Skip to the kennels later today so we'll introduce the 2 of you so you know each other for Sunday. x

Hector came with Snip and Rigsby to the roadshow at Notcutts this afternoon and did really well. He loved all the fuss and then had a nice lie down! If anyone would like to meet him, he'll be back at Notcutts tomorrow from 4-6 and on Sunday from 1.30-4pm.

Hector is back being fostered with us after his holiday while I was away. He settled straight back in and has improved on a couple of things while he's been away. He'd finished his tea tonight and was about to dive in to Snip's bowl as she was still eating but immediately moved away when I told him to leave it. What a good boy! He can also now jump into and out of the car which is a relief - he's a big boy and I'd had to lift his front half then back half in to the car a week ago! I'm sure the neighbours are disappointed to not have that comedy show any more :) More updates will be on their way but get in touch if you'd like to meet this lovely boy xx

The handsome Hector has had a lovely weeks holiday at our house. He is a dream on the lead, loves a fuss and neck scratch, has played with ALL the toys, chucking them about the garden and playing fetch. He has really enjoyed the company of my big softy Sully but my cheeky Tinker is starting to annoy him when he's trying to sleep now by treading all over him!? so he's looking for a forever home where he can get some peace in a bed of his own. Very affectionate boy, keen to learn. He even jumped straight in the van when we went for an outing and travelled well. Good luck Hector. X

So we've got the lovely Hector with us for a few days. He was a bit anxious yesterday and not sure what was going on for the first few hours but settled by the evening and has been very happy since. He absolutely LOVES his fuss and being scratched under his chin is obviously ecstasy for him! He loves playing with toys too. He's been really good out on walks and he and our 3 greys have got on fine with no problems eating or being next to each other so he doesn't need to be an only dog. He has sleep startle so if there are children in the house, they'd need to understand not to touch him if he's asleep but apart from that, he would be a great addition to any house. And he's still only 7 and gorgeous so please don't overlook him! Xx

Sending big hugs to Hector, be strong fella, your perfect home is out there xxxx

Oh no! Poor Hector, his heart must be aching poor fella. We were even debating having him join Reggie and Crockett but we just couldn't do it. :( Huge hugs to Hector. We so feel for him. xx

Poor Hector - such a lovely looking boy. Xxx

Oh no so sorry to see youre back hector and breaks my heart to think of you all depressed and upset. Hopefully you'll find your new forever home soon, keeping fingers crossed for you xxx

Oh no. Poor Hector. If you're still in kennels on Sunday I'll say hello and maybe see you on the morning walk. 8 is still young enough for you to settle into a new family and have years and years of happy times with them. x

Hector ran 153 races, he'll need time to realise he's got another career as a lounge hound. Hope he finds his forever sofa very soon :( xx

Lots of hugs for you Hector. You were very down yesterday and it upset me to see your sad little face. You enjoyed your walk though and was such a good boy. Xx

I am just saddened to read this, I have a soft spot for this beautiful boy, he should not have to find himself back in kennels at his age, if this is through no fault of his own then hopefully somebody will give him the home he deserves, good luck Hector xxxx

Oh no, I am so upset to read this. Hector was one of my favourites being an older boy. Am just gutted. Will give him big cuddles tomorrow. Xx

Oh Hector really sad that this has happened! Really hope you get another home soon. My cuddle goes to you. Stay strong! Xx

Hector has sadly been returned to Daybreaks due to an incident which was not his fault. His owner is very upset but we understand and support her reason for return. He has been in a home since the end of December.

Hector is extremely affectionate, good with other breeds (large and small), walks well on the lead and is clean in the house and can be left.

Since being returned Hector is visibly depressed and it is breaking our hearts. If you think you could offer him a home or could even foster him, please give us a call.

Oh dear Hector! Clearly heard the word vet and decided no! He's a lovely big boy, maybe tell him he's going on a sausage hunt next time. Lol. Xxxx

I went to see Hector this morning as his new mom wanted to take him to be weighed at vets and he was refusing to get in car... We went through a few techniques, but when he weighs 39kg.....its not as easy as others we deal with. Lol. X

Bless hector! Look at his jazzy New clothes doesn't he look handsome?! Such a gorgeous boy xxx

Aw bless him, he's a sweetheart xxxx

Hector has been fabulous over xmas in his new home with him new mom... So much so he is besotted with her.... Literally.... I have been round a few times to check on them both and all is going very well... He is currently sitting in front of me now as i have come to take him for a walk whilst his mom is at work. Xx

Lena and Peggy met the handsome Hector in the park this afternoon. What a lovely big fella he is. Lena retired to the car but Peggy had a walk round the park with him and his new mum. It was lovely to meet them both and it sounds like he’s doing well in his new home. Definitely a Happy New Year for Hector xx

Well Hector, what can I say, a new home for Xmas. Be a very good boy and enjoy your Xmas and your retirement.

Merry Christmas Hector - hope you and your new family have a brilliant Christmas! Xx

Be happy gorgeous Hector, lots of love and kisses xxxxx

Hector I’m so pleased for you have a great Christmas! Xx

Oh hector I am so pleased I was hoping you weren't going to be one of the long staying black boys, you're just too gorgeous! Well done big man xxx

So pleased for Jolly Hector! :)) Xxx

Oh Hector - what lovely news for Christmas. Well done gorgeous boy. Xx

Oh gorgeous boy, I am so happy to see your Red sign, I think you are fab-u-lous and I wish you were mine. Xxxxxxx

Handsome Hector well done. Do hope all goes well for this fantastic deserving boy xxxx

Aww hector you’re a lovely lad glad you have a home for Christmas xxx

Oh my word Hector. You are such a handsome gentle boy. I love you so very much, even though I struggled to get you in the car to go to the vets. Never mind some of us older people remembering Hectors House! have said you are Hector the size of a house. So happy for you sweetie, you really are such a very gentle giant. Just in time for your Christmas forever. Xx

Very impressed when I met this lad today. I sat with him on his bed for a while and he thoroughly enjoyed the fuss and attention. Hector will really enjoy domestic life.

Hector is gorgeous! (Although he may give Fat Neck Finn a run for his money in collar size!) Walks nicely and loves fuss. Xx

If finances would have allowed I would have snapped this boy up and gone to three, just love his face and the larger greys. Prospective owners do not be put of by the larger ones they can squeeze into the smallest positions

I totally agree with you, showing my age too. He is gorgeous!

Met Lovely Hector for the first time today and he is lovely. He's a big lad with lots of muscle but a real gentle giant.For those of a certain age who remember Hector's house (giving my age away!)I keep thinking he really is "A great big cuddly old Hector" xx

I just love the look of this lad. I thought Lottie was big at 34kg!

Totally agree I think this boy is stunning and even more so that the daily diary said he was 39kg so must be huge which makes me want him more but I know my hubby would definetly notice especially after our youngest cat has just treated us to an £720 vet bill for somehow managing to slice the end of her tail off! Xxx

Loved your comment Shanishoo! Hector is gorgeous isn't he? *Gives him a hug*

Do you think hubby would notice if I sneaked a Hector in the house??????, what a gorgeous hound, think I'm in love.......if we had the room he would definitely be in our house xxxxxx

Wow wow and Wow!!. What a fantastic big boy Hector is. I took him on a walk along the Cov. Rd this aftetnoon and he was absolutely great. Walked nicely on the lead, wasn't bothered by the traffic or airline noise. Lovely boy xxxx

Hector has had his pet name since he was five weeks old. Xxx

Oh hector what a gorgeous boy you are. I really want you in a home for Christmas, goodness knows you deserve one xxx

He hasn’t raced since May 2017 !

What a handsome boy - welcome to Daybreaks Hector. Xx

Could not agree more with the last statement. I had Jed after 120 races and he has been so chilled. Jed walked into the house for the first time, saw his new bed and looked at me as if to say “that will do nicely thank you”

Oh my goodness...you are gorgeous & I love the name. Welcome Hector. My Mel was 7.5 when he retired. I wish I could have you. I will pray you dont have to wait toooo long for a lovely snugly sofa. Come on people......dont overlook the older residents. They are usually so chilled & have even more love to give, if thats possible, because they so badly want a home to call their own. My Mel settled in straight away as though he just knew what was required. You have such a kind face Hector.....it would be impossible not to fall for you on meeting I am sure!!!

Oh Hector, you are safe now, you don't have to run any more unless you want to sweetheart, way too many races!!!!!, poor little lamb xxxxx