I am so so sorry to hear about Sunny. Last summer when we lost our grey I came to Daybreaks and met Sunny and set my heart on him. He was a wonderful character. Ultimately we didn't home him as my children were perhaps too young for his lively nature, but I've often wondered how he was doing. In fact, I looked out for him at the Dog Show earlier this month and hoped I would see him. All the very best wishes to his family at this tough time. He really was a very lovely boy and I'm sure you have many happy memories of him. x

I'm so sorry to hear this news. Having lost Stig way too soon, I know how hard it is. I hope the family get through this with the knowledge that they made his short retirement a wonderful one and maybe consider adopting another in time, as I did. x

I well remember taking this lovely big boy to Kingsbury Waterpark before he was rehomed-he was such a lively character with lots of energy.He charmed many a person and developed a fan club of people trying to draw attention to prospective owners.He did wait a long time but eventually the big boy found a loving home albeit a short retirement he was loved and will be fondly remember by those who had the pleasure to meet and care for him whilst he found his forever home.All good wishes to his owners they can be proud of what they did for Sunnyxx

I am so very sorry to read this, particularly at such a young age.

Although I don't get over to the kennels I follow the website throughout each week and have done so since adopting our first greyhound in March 2009. Therefore I always remember the greyhounds and follow their stories of rehoming etc. and it is very sad to see when retirements are so short lived.

So sad to hear about Sunny. Lots of love to his family. xxx

This is such very sad news. My thoughts are very much with Sunny's family who have lost him far too soon.
I remember meeting this very handsome boy when Deb took him along to a Kingsbury Walk before he was homed. So sad that his retirement was so short, but very much enjoyed I'm sure.
Sleep tight Sunny. Love from Linda, Paul, Lola & Lena xxx

I am heartbroken to read this wonderful boy has gone to the bridge and my thoughts are with his family who have has such a samll amout of time to enjoy him! Run free angel, you will always be special xxxxxxxxxx

I am so sad to hear this news, I adored Sunny when he was in the kennels, my heart goes out to his loving family. Run free beautiful boy. Xxxxxx

Oh how sad, I think Sunny may have been before my time, but he looked a real sweetheart, RIP Boy. xx

I am writing with great sadness that I have just heard that beautiful Sunny left for Rainbow Bridge this afternoon. He had not been well for a while and despite tests, he had declined in health. My thoughts are with his wonderful family who Sunny entertained and kept on their toes. He was a wonderful character and much loved by us at Daybreaks as he was a long stayer until he found himself the most wonderful home. Run free Sunny - I am so very very sad you did not have longer to enjoy your retirement. xxxx

Hi all Andrew here replying on behalf of the Walsh clan as Jo at Uni. Pleased to say Sunny has very much made himself at home and taken over the sofa! He still loves to play with his ball and makes quick work of any new toys! We are taking him for his first training session tomorow, so wish him luck im sure he will be great :-) xx

How has sunny boy settled in? Miss him at the kennels but so happy he has his own family xxxx

pleased to read that Sunny is settling well xxx

Awwww that is fantastic for him!! I went to bed last night thinking about him and hoping he was being a good boy.. I knew there was the right family out there for him, and with patience and understanding that he would be a fabulous companion. I hope sunny boy can go someway to filling the gap in your home and your hearts. So so happy you have given this boy his real chance at happiness. We will miss you sunny. No doubt an absolute favourite with volunteers! Much love xxxxxxxxx

The first thing I thought about when I woke this morning was...... I wonder how Sunny is doing....... especially after the incident in the office with the squeaky toy!!!!! Thanks to the Walsh family for giving this fella a chance - our longest stayer - everything went against him in the homing stakes as he is big, black and very keen. Thank you so much for seeing past this and giving him a chance as he is a big gentle softy at heart x

I am so pleased my favourite boy, yes I know I shouldnt have favourites!, has been such a good boy. Well done Sunny continue to be good xxx

Hey all, just to let you know Sunny has been suprisingly, absolutely, fantastic settling here in his new home! He loved exploring the garden and has already broken the squeak off of his toy! After looking up at every new sound and sniffing around most of the kitchen, he has been lying on his bed in the living room with his head on moms feet-very much at home already :) Wish us luck for his walk tomorrow! Thanks again, Jo and family xxxx

so happy sunny has finally been rehomed xxxxxxx

So pleased for sunny at last he has a place he now can call home, xxxx

Sooo excited for sunny to be going to a fantastic with an absolutley lovely family today. Will miss you big lad but I know you will be adored by an experienced family who will love you to bits xxxx

What fantastic news I am so pleased for him and for everyone at the kennels who have worked so hard to find him a new home.He has such a big personality he deserves a good retirement, he has waited a long time.

Wonderful news for Sunny and his new family xxxx Sooo pleased for them all xxxx

Super day!!! Well done sunny... I knew you'd find the right loving and fantastic home. Best of luck in your new home xxxxxxxxxx

this has just made my day to see that Sunny has got himself a home at last...well done beautiful boy and thank you to Lyn and Mike and family for giving him a home of his own, thats so great :-) xxxx

Fantastic news :-)you will be so happy with your new family you all got on so well today

Hi we're the family who have adopted the lovely Sunny today. A big thank you to Ruth and Fiona for introducing him earlier on today. He's gorgeous and we can't wait for him to come home with us very soon, he'll be dearly loved and I'll keep you updated how he's settling in :) xx

I have just got home after an amazing and hectic day at the kennels. The phone rang and it was my wonderful friend Lyn.
Lyn, Mike and the family (who sadly lost both Lara and Holly, their special greys, earlier in the year) came to look at all the greys today and they have decided to offer a home to Sunny. I am over the moon at this news as I know his wonderful playful personality will bring many smiles x

He definatley shouldnt be there! there must be a family out there with a Sunny sized gap to fill with love and licks! please come and see him, he is simply adorable! xxxxxx

I'm sure it won't be long Sunny with that beautiful face.

You shouldn't be there handsome xxxx I'm sure you are a gentle boy like my big Sam. People get put off by the boy greys size, but my handsome lad is soo gentle and loves cuddling the kids on the sofa...I bet Sunny would be the same xxx

This is a gorgeous gorgeous dog...who really deserves a loving home....popped into Daybreaks yesterday and would have taken him home myself if we werent full at Castle Hackett!!!

I know I keep harping on about sunny but he really is a beautiful playful boy. So sad he's back at the kennels and really hope his forever home is round the corner xxxxxxx

I know I keep harping on about sunny but he really is a beautiful playful boy. So sad he's back at the kennels and really hope his forever home is round the corner xxxxxxx

Aaaaah Sunny xxx hope a perfect forever home comes your way soon...you waited a while before xxx

I met Sunny on Sunday, he is beautiful! xxx

Poor little sunnys face looks very sore bless him. Still that didn't stop him being his adorable self. He is so full of characyter and so loving and playful. There must be someone out there who wants to give this lovely boy the retirement he so deserves. He really is gorgeous. If you are even thinking about coming to see him come and meet him. Xxxx

Sorry to see you needeing a home again xxx Perhaps a home with a lovely girlie grey and no cats would be more your thing xxx fingers and paws crossed for you xxxx Hope your mouth gets better soon xxx

give this beautiful boy a great big cuddle from his auntie Ina as i shall not be over now until week saturday...i hope his mouth will be better soon and that someone will fall in love with him and give him the happy catfree home he so richly deserves....xxxxxx

hope you get to your new family soon sunny, good luck next time. xx

Poor Sunny is back at the kennels - I had to take him to the vets today as his mouth is swollen and weeping from the incident with the cat. He is on antibiotics and has settled back into kennel life well.

So sorry to hear things didn't work out for you Sunny. xxx

Poor poor sunny... My heart is breaking for you lovely laad.......... Big cuddles for you saturday lad... You will find your forever home without the puddy cat temptation!! Xxxxx

ok i think that might be best, i'm supposed 2 be in work in solihull at 10am tho so i'll be there as close to that as i can. I'm really sorry about whats happened, we we're taking all the usual precautions but as i said unfortunately he headbutted/pushed Derek in the back of the legs as he was leaving the room knocking him 2 the ground and we cant take the risk of something similar happening when 1 of the kids are going thru the door x

gorgeous Sunny, I am sure he will find a home with maybe just a greyhound sis to keep him company....he is a very friendly, loving boy and very beautiful so someone out there will fall for him and give him a home for sure...big hugs to a special boy...xxxx

Hi Jen, I always said that Sunny was not cat friendly but you assured me that he would not come into contact with the cats. I think your decision is wise to return him before your cat gets injured. I have space for him if you want to return him tomorrow.

We have unfortunately had 2 make the decision that we're unable 2 give Sunny a permanent home. We have started to get on top of the chewing and barking issues after following all the advice given and i was going 2 come up 2 daybreaks this week to sign the papers. However, unfortunately earlier 2day Sunny forced his way through the lounge door as Derek (not a small guy)was leaving the room, pushing him over and he was able to get hold of Tiny (the cat), who fortunately isn't seriously hurt. As some of you may remember Cally, Mystic and Fudge all attacked Tiny at easter so we have been extra cautious. We were prepared to carry on with Sunny here but after much consideration and discussion we feel that if Sunny is strong enough to push Derek over we cant take the risk of him knocking over either of our younger children and possibly injuring them or even killing one of the cats. So unfortunately we will have 2 make arrangements 2 return him at a suitable time. Even tho we've had some problems with him, Sunny would make a perfect pet but it would need 2 be in a cat free home and preferably with another grey xx

Hi jen, have you tried him on burns? Its a really good food and helps with behavior! Definately worth a try both my boys are on it xxx

Thank u for all the advice. re food, they have just a bowl of greyhound/lurcher food in the mornings then in the evening they also have pasta or rice with chicken or sardines etc and a peanut butter sandwich during the day. Unfortunately due 2 unforeseen issues in my job at the start of the week i was having 2 be out the house for 13/14hrs a day (i'm only contracted to work 12hrs a week) so they've not had their usual walk (length/frequency).Then on thurs myself, partner and 2 youngest kids went 2 blackpool 4 the day leaving our 2 eldest at home. I then got a call off my eldest just as we we're leaving blackpool 2 say that Mystic was showing signs of being unwell (not wanting his food or getting off bed) and getting worse as time went on, after a 3hr journey worrying about him the second i walked thru the front door i ran into the lounge 2 be greeted by 3 very waggy tails and bouncing dogs, obviously nothing wrong with Mystic. We then took them on a long walk whilst our eldest kicked all his friends out n tidied the house up, and they didn't start barking until 6.30am (usual time). We've been putting Sunny's muzzle on over night n when they're left on their own for a while. My work issues have now resolved so i'll be at home a lot more as usual so hopefully things will now settle down again. I know and understand that things could take a while 2 settle down and am prepared 2 put the time and effort into helping things improve but just felt earlier in the week that things weren't going 2 work after getting calls/msgs whilst i was at work from home shouting and ranting about what he had destroyed. Fingers crossed things will work out and there'll soon be a green rehomed sign on here. Jen xx

PS Like the others have said chewing is usually a sign of stress, do you leave the toys down? Again I'd pick them all up so that there's no trigger for a squabble when i'm not around to referee and I wouldn't let them have squeaky toys at this stage in case that gets them over excited ... for the moment it sounds like you need to establish quiet, calm and control. I love Kongs ... stuff them with things like dog food and peanut butter/mashed potato etc so its hard to get the food out and that occupies them for a while and they have to use their brain.. you will need to have a Kong for all the dogs and again make sure you are watching them whilst they eat them in case one finishes his early and tries to steal from another. Its not about dominance (hateful word) but about having boundaries and good manners. J x

Hi Check out how much exercise he's getting ... I always suggest a good hour mornings and evenings then a late wee stop if you are having problems with them .. you can usually reduce this as they settle but a nicely tired dog is usually more likely to sleep and relax. Food - in my experience greys can be intolerant to even chicken and rice which is why we started to recommend people try Burns Pork and Potato, less than 20% protein is a must and I never feed anything brightly coloured or with additives ... like children dogs (in my experience) can become hyper. What happens at feed times .. I saw you said ' can't eat the others food till they've had their fill' now I may have got the wrong end of the stick here but I would always stand between my dogs while they eat and I never let them go to each others dishes (until they have all been with me for weeks/months) .. food is a great resource and I don't want any arguments, no bullying, no-one missing out on food PLUS its a great time to establish that what you say (usually LOL) goes. I'm no fan of 'dominance' arguments but to me its just a time to establish good manners and that I am to be listened to ...if they are all swopping dishes at food times maybe the others feel bullied and upset ... and that's when serious arguments can happen :( Give me or Ruth or your home checker a ring as its difficult to cover everything without knowing exactly what's going on. J x

I would consider trying him with a cage for night use - maybe Daybreaks can lend you one as a trial. This might help Cally too until she gets used to the change in the household as it will give her a rest from needing to look for Sunny and his antics.

When i brought my Toby home my first greyhound really spat his dummy out and suddenly behaved totally differently than he had done, he loved Toby and there was never any grumble but he felt put out at having another dog to share his home with despite the fact that Monty still lived with us as well then,Cally will settle down again, she is bound to pick up on Sunny's uncertainties and your anxiety as well. As for Sunny, try keeping the muzzle on as Ruth suggested, he cannot destroy thing when he is wearing it and once he has settled down and feels more secure then he will stop feeling the need to chew everything...his world has been turned upside down and he has to learn too many things all at once and he is obviously feeling insecure hence the chewing. the muzzle is not a punishment to them, they are used to wearing them at the kennels and they can still drink etc so its nothing awful...it's only been 8 days, it took my boys an awful lot longer than that to find their paws and settle in...they are all different and learn at different rates, please please give him time and patience to settle down, he will be so worth it....

Hi Jenny, what are you feeding Sunny on, how long are his walks, and how often are they as all these factors will make a massive difference to behaviour. Give him things he can chew on such as long lasting chews or use a muzzle - he CANNOT chew things he shouldn't whilst wearing this!

There is an article in this issue of the Grapevine all about chewing..... our Shrew did this when we first had her - we soon learnt to use the muzzle even though we felt cruel doing it to start with.

Unfortunately it is starting 2 look like we're not going 2 be able 2 make Sunny a permanent member of the family. He's destructive behaviour is escalating n he is now chewing through closed boxes 2 get at the things inside them, he has chewed thru a laptop power cable whilst it was plugged in n its getting things out 2 chew that were stored behind book cases etc. We have been making some progress when it comes 2 mealtimes and he is learning he cant eat the others food until they've had their fill. He was able 2 open doors which when the cats are in the house is not a good thing but we've now changed the handles n he can no longer open them (n neither can the kids lol). For about the last 5/6 days Cally hasn't been herself n seems very unsettled n we're not sure if this is 2 do with Sunny, they all get on n we even have photo's of them lying on the bed 2gether (which she took nearly 3 wks 2 do when fudge 1st arrived). Would gratefully appreciate some advice. Thanx xx

Sunny seems 2 be settling reasonably well but as he is so possessive over toys there have been a few growls when Cally or Mystic have tried 2 play with 1 of the toys (even tho we have multiples of the same toys). even tho we keep tellin him not to our 18yr old son left his coat in the lounge with the dogs n it got chewed up (maybe now he'll listen to us). The biggest problem we're having at the moment is barking and growls between them (usually at about 2am) but it sounds more like its Cally instigating it. We've been getting up n letting them out into the garden for a few mins n then they settle back down n are quiet for the rest of the night (Cally nor Mystic have ever had a problem with barking during the night b4). Other than when toys are involved there is no barking/growling between the 3 of them during the day. He is a lot calmer now when we have food in the room n he doesnt really try n snatch it off us, but we're still having to hold him back to stop him from eating the others food. Any advice that any1 can give re the barking and the chewing of things would be much appreciated xx

I've got a whippet who destroys anything plastic or 'stuffed'. Kongs are good ... if filled under supervision (in a multiwhoof home), nylon bones and I allow 'rope' toys, again under supervision .. so I am in charge of them!!! don't know whether that is of any use! Jx
Glad the harness did the trick

Sunny seems 2 be settling in reasonable well but has been a bit destructive and destroyed all the dog toys. He's not endearing himself with the other half tho after destroying his beloved 'Monkey' 2day. He's been pulling a lot whilst walking on the lead so i popped into daybreaks 2day 2 get an anti-pull harness and he was like a different dog when i took him 4 a walk with it on. Fingers crossed he continues 2 settle down n become a bit less destructive x

What a little monkey when we took him to Kingsbury water park he refused all treats.
We have a lurcher that destroys most toys in seconds especially plastic ones ! The kong based toys seem to be pretty strong and we got a rubber space hopper toy from Sainburys which unbelievable in still intact several months on.The frog the kennels sell has also done well but most toys seem to get chewed up or shredded!
Hope he continues to get on with Cally and Mystic and helps fill the gap Fudge has left.will keep my fingers crossed.

After all his love and attention from afar it sounds as though Sunny has found the perfect place to get it for real. Keep being good Sunny. xx

Sunny has had a good 1st night, not had any accidents in the house and apart from 1 bit of whining bout half hour after we'd all gone 2 bed which resulted in the other 2 barking he settled down n had a very quiet night. He has destroyed ALL the dog toys we had in the house and tries 2 pinch the others food, so we need 2 try n find some indestructable toys and keep him in check at mealtimes. The 3 of them are still getting on n there has been no sign of any tension/agression between them so all going well xx

THIS IS BRILL NEWS!! So happy for Sunny!! Hope this works out for him!! x

WAHOOOOOO xxxx Fantastic xxxx we are sooooo pleased for you Sunny xxxx

BEST NEWS EVER!!! Apolgies to everyone I deafened when I screamed at reading this!! So happy for sunny, I really really hope it works out xxxxxxxxxxxxx

Well done Sunny.
When we met you on the K/bury walk we didn't think it would take this long for your reserved sign, but the best comes to those that wait. Good luck.
The New Icemaid Clan xxxx

Sunny has now been at home a couple of hours n is still getting on well with Cally & Mystic, so fingers crossed he'll be a stayer. Within less than an hour of being in the house he'd destroyed 4 toys inc the much loved narna n cherries and he's also made it known that he very much likes food/treats. Will keep u updated with his progress x

Well done Sunny!! xxx

Yeah ! logged on and soooo pleased to see Sunny reserved ! well done boy xx

At last Sunny is reserved what wonderful news a big kiss for Sunny and whoever has reserved him.He is such a fantastic boy who will blossom in a loving home.
Well done to everyone in Sunny's fan club for giving positive encouragement to prospective new owners.It has worked.

Saw Sunny when I popped down on Sunday, he is really a gorgeous boy,I'm sure it won't be long before someone falls for him.

We have used washing powder (or the liquid variety) mixed with warm water too - just make sure it's a biological powder though, I understand it's the enzymes in the biological powder that gets rid of the scent and stops them being drawn to wee in the same area again. Mand

Hi, Do you mop the floor with stuff (not sure what its called?)that makes sure all the urine/scent smell has gone, I use washing powder mixed in with water etc., that does the trick for mine in the past?..just a thought anyway.....

Can't believe you haven't been chosen yet ??? xxxxx

Hi Sharon, I am not sure why your post has appeared under Sunny.... anyway, please give Julie Sadler a call or go along to any of the free training sessions offered where you can speak to the trainers and other greyhound owners for advice and support. Julie and the other trainers are all very experienced with greyhounds and can offer more specialised advice than going to a 'normal dog training group'.

The training voucher should be in your homing pack with all the contact numbers of all the trainers who can help you.

What are you feeding her and what is her routine for feeding and walking currently as these all have a major impact?

Hi can any one help. Lily goes all night no wee no poo. Door is open so she can go in and out. But she wees on the kitchen floor. 3 times today but i never catch her. She gets rewarded outside when she goes so she not stupid. Also she runs out the front door really quickly and is going to get hurt. She listens to me as i have her controlled but no one else. I am ringing up some training places in coventry 2morrow. I need to get everyone else in the training as she only looks to me. Any tips please? I no about the running out you might say be more vidual. But not always possible. Thanks

Maybe the reason he's being overlooked is down to primal psychology - a bit like when you go to a dance and no-one wants to talk to the girl / boy that's standing by themselves purely because nobody else is!

I will also happily take him somewhere to get noticed, its difficult to understand when you have spent lots of time with them how some houndies get overlooled! If its a size thing then don't be put off, my big boy can curl into the tiniest ball and squeeze himself between two people on the sofa!! Please remember that these dogs are so different when you get them home and settles.. I think sunny would be your best mate! I know my big boy is. Xxxxxxx

heaven forbid that Sunny is still at the kennels on the 20th August but if so then i shall take him to the little 'road show' at the home where i work and see if anyone falls in love with this beautiful loving boy....keep fingers crossed he will be chosen before then, its about time he has a sofa of his own. xxxxx

I'm hoping with everything crossed that's its sunnys turn this weekend! I wish I could give you the home you deserve lad.. I think about you all the time xxxxx

Had a quick kiss and cuddle with this long stayer this morning, such a sweetheart. xx

Please please someone give sunny a lovely loving forever home.. He is ready for his own sofa to lounge on. He is a lovely playful boy and getting so good on his lead! Please give him a chance you won't regret it. He is a little darling xxxx

Met Sunny the other day - what a lovely friendly boy. I even got a warm, gentle little lick of the hand from him. Awwww!

why are you still there sweet looking boy hope you find a new home soon i will keep looing at u each day with fingers crossed lot of love and kisses pat

i have walked Sunny quite a few times with my three boys and there was no problems, my McKenzie's trainer had said that he was not suitable to live with other dogs at all and he came into a household of one elderly bordercollie cross and 2 male greyhounds and has been amazing....i am certain that Sunny would not have any problems living with another male. Ina xxxx

Lovely, lovely looking little boy. I read 'kennels well with girls' and immediately thought that maybe he wouldn't do quite so well with boys - just wondering if this is contributing to putting other people off too?

I think he's waiting for you Deb,you did look a complete family at Kingsbury with Milly and Hubby! All the best Dave x .

It is nearly a month since we took the big boy to Kingsbury water park can't believe he still not has found a home for himself-he is so lovely.

I popped in yesterday and was shocked to still see you here. Why hasn't anyone snapped you up. You are such a beautiful boy. I so wished we could have had you, but we had to be sensible. I am keeping everything crossed that your forver home is just around the corner. Big cuddles for you gorgeous lad. xxxxxx

he has been with us so long now and i don't understand why that is...he is very sweet natured and loves people so much and gives you kissses when you go and see him.i have had him out for walkes several time with me three boys and find him no problem at all....somebody will have such a precious boy when they decide to adopt Sunny...see you monday for a cuddle beauty. xxxx

I am surprised that this lovely boy hasn't been reserved yet, can't be long now surely!! x

Saw the big boy at the weekend he was playing with a ball in the run and his new owners will have great fun playing football with him.He gives everyone big licks and is such a friendly boy.

Can't believe he hasn't been chosen. Are people put off by his size ? Ouy Sam is a big boy, but the most gentle hound, fab with kids and even kisses the cats !!! Don't be put off by a big dog....they can really curl up small especially when they snuggle up to you xxxx

Sunny is such a lovely loving affectionate boy and i can't understand why he has not been chosen yet, he is so handsome and just loves people so much...please someone come and spend some time with him and see how gorgeous he is, you will not be disappointed. hugs for you Sunny boy. xxxxx

Roxy says would Sunny like to join her for a nice long walk in the park this weekend at some point? We wouldn't want to take him away from the kennels if he might get snapped up but he seems to have been there a while and as mum's baby bump is getting big she needs to get some exercise so thought a nice, long walk could do us all good! Especially as dad's off playing cricket! xx

Sunny looks so handsome please don't be put off by his size, he looks so very like my Fletcher who is a total love sponge I'm sure someone will fall in love with you soon.......I know I have :) x x x

Surely it must be Sunny's time to find a new family he must be thoroughly fed up and he has the most amazing face.

It will be your day soon handsome Sunny xxxx

Why oh why has noone chosen you yet lovely boy!! I don't get it... You deserve a happy home and soon,! Anyone thinking of coming to visit him come and see his lovely face! Such a loving boy xxx

We have such n amazing bunch of dogs at the mo. All seem fine with my 2 non greys n all so loving. I am very much in the sunny fan club aswel. I don't kno how people r gonna b able t choose between so many great dogs. I luv them all.

Sunny is developing quite a fan club as he is one special big boy.Hopefully there will be someone out there who will offer him his forever home ASAP----please!!

Such a lovely boy, he deserves a special forever home xxx

Ruth... can you please paint this boy completely black so simon might not notice when i sneak him home xxxxx

Sunny was so friendly at the party,smiling and wagging his tail at everyone who popped into see him.He is the original gentle giant.

Sunny darling we were very tempted give you a trial wilth our other 3 when we fell for you yesterday at the birthday party. After having a serious think about it (forcing ourselves to think with our heads not our hearts) we decided it would be too hazardous to walk 4 greys when our other 3 still go bananas when they see another breed. Until they are calm when meeting other breeds I think it would be silly to have a fourth. We could have given you a trial but thought it would be unfair on you to give you a home environment then return you to the kennels if our fears were confirmed. You are such a gorgeous boy and would probably have had a wail of a time with Fire. We are gutted but have to be sensible and think of the welfare of all of you. You really deserve a wonderful home and I know the perfect family is out there for you. Please give this guy a chance xxxxxxx

Sounds like you would be a wonderful addition to a lovely home. We have a big boy grey, but it is amazing how small he can snuggle up xxxx I love all the gentle giants, you can give them a huge hug xxxx

He is such a gentle giant.Please do not be put off by his size,more greyhound to cuddle and love.He has such a lovely face and is so friendly and really needs a home of his own.
He has so much potential and really likes human company on our walk he enjoyed walking against you and when we stopped he liked to snuggle up to people especially Willow's gran. I know Willow's auntie was trying to persuade the rest of the family to consider having Sunny as a boyfriend for her so if she is reading this I wonder how she got on?

What a good boy you are helping other doggies xxxxxx

had snuggles and kisses off Sunny today who was very brave and gave blood to the pet blood bank, he is such a darling dog. xxxx

Hi Sunny, I know your kennel mate Tess is reserve and my cuddle is for you, hoping your home is just around the corner. Such a handsome boy with a real sunny smile xxxxx

Well Sunny you were brilliant on the Sunday walk & small girls fussing you. What with the heat, the children loved you.
Your home is around the corner.
Love The New Icemaid Clan xxx

Hey Sunny, handsome boy. Hope you have recovered from your busy morning. We met you today and you looked splendid in your red jacket so we all hope you find a home of your own very soon. Lots of love from Linda, Paul, Lola & Lena xx

Sounds like you have had a lovely time xxx good practice for when you go to a forever home of your own xxxxx

I have been a very lucky boy today,I have been to the greyhound walk at Kingsbury water Park with Millie the lurcher and her mum and dad.I was a bit scared at first going away from Daybreaks in a strange car with people I didn't know but I have had a brilliant morning.
I have been fussed over and cuddled by lots and lots of people I think it is because I am so handsome ,charming and impecably behaved but MIllie thinks it is because I was wearing a bright red coat with "I need a home " on it.
I met some of my Old Day Break friends,Ciara and her mum and dad and Katy with her mummy and brother and sister.They seem very happy and I really like the idea of having a family to myself especially if you go on walks in woods and around lakes.
Millies mum says I have been a really good boy,she thinks I am a big softie cuddle monster who loves to lean against people.
She told Auntie Ruth that I was a delight to take out,that I loved all the greyhounds on the walk especially the ladies. I never growled or barked and ignored some odd looking creatures that Millie's mum said were Yorkshireterriers,Staffies and Canadian Geese. She also told Auntie Ruth that for a big dog I walked nicely on the lead and was very responsive to instruction she even said I would be a delight to have in a house and train.Well what does she expect I was a super racer and now I just want to enjoy my retirement in a home of my own which I can chill in and a family that will give me lots of cuddles.
Day Breaks have been looking after me for a while now I don't want to seem ungrateful but I do think I would really like a home of my own just like all the friends I met today have.
Woof Woof Sunny.

Sunny gave me the biggest smile and a lovely kiss hello and then we had a long cuddle, he is such a sweet boy and looks so happy in the kennel with his little girlfriend Tessa. :-) xxx

not sure why this lovely boy still hasn't found a new home he is lovely.

Keep smiling handsome, hope you find a home with a pretty girl soon xxxx

Sunnys a darling. Tday he decided to place a tennis ball in his food then ate round it b4 takin it out again to get to the last bits in his bowl. Clever boy.

What can you say about the gorgeous Sunny! Lovely, lovely, lovely.

Met you and you really are sunny and sweet, would be sunshine in anyones home xxx

What a gorgeous boy! xx

wow,Sunny well deserves his retirement having run 112 races and won or came 2nd in nearly 50% of them!

Oooooh, Penny would love him, he's beautiful...oh, oh, better stop now...I did promise that I'd stop at 3...! ;0) x

A handsome boy, who sounds like he needs a nice girlfriend with which to retire and cuddle with xxx