So very sorry for your loss
Run free with all our angels at the Bridge xx

So very sorry to read his sad news. I’m sure he’s left you with many happy memories to treasure so will always be in you heart. Run free Macca with all our old friends to keep you safe xx

So sad to hear your news. Thinking of you all. Heaven has gained another very special Angel. Xxx

Sending you our love and keeping you in our thoughts. Xxx

I am so very sorry to hear that your lovely boy has gone to the bridge, treasure all the good times you shared, he will always be a heartbeat away, thinking of you at this devesting time xxxx

So very sorry to hear of the passing of beloved Macca. Run fast and free with all of our angels at the bridge. Hugs to your mum at this very sad time. xx

My brave boy crossed the bridge yesterday after a short illness. My faithful, loyal and loving companion had survived immune mediated disease, leukaemia and steroid responsive meningitis for three years, and latterly kidney disease and high blood pressure, but succumbed to accute hepatitis. He was a happy boy to the end, still enjoying his walks as late as Wednesday evening. We are all devastated

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Macca! xXx

If kennels don't get a proper date (only month) with the paperwork, the 1st is always used.

My Bob's said 1st, but he was born on 25th.
(For anyone else with a hound with a birthday on the 1st, try googling their racing name......some sites such as Sporting life give their date of birth)

happy official birthday to my wonderful boy (his Irish papers show a birthday of 4th October, so he gets 2 celebrations!).
And Macca sends a big happy birthday to all his fellow greys celebrating today xx

Did not know I had upset you Muddypaws! I think it is the other way round - but then, you dont know what I have done! Beware.

I think Pam will be hiding her tooth brush from now on,just in case! I am tempted to try the supervet corn test but I can't use my brush can I and Paddy looks unimpressed :-) xx

Ref: The Supervet. - Question : How many of us have tried this....then replaced our partners toothbrush back in the bathroom...
and not said a word !!! Come on ...be honest !!
No...just me then ? That'll teach Mrs Muddypaws to upset me !!! :-)))))

Oooooohhh...noo..noo..nooo blackisbeautiful !!! l am not going to ask what other uses for toothpaste you may have heard of...not on here anyway :-) l only know of one.....well...two now !!! lol.

Hi Muddypaws Yes we were totally fascinated by that too When the greyhound walked in we held our breath dreading the bad news that may follow ! I've heard many uses for toothpaste but never to diagnose corns !! I love that man Noel x x

We always watch Supervet and when we saw a greyhound on last nights programme we just hoped it wasn't going to be anything too sad! What a clever way to see the corns,Noel Fitzpatrick deserves a knighthood for his hard work and dedication to animals!

Hi Ruth we watched supervet last night I wish we that a vet like that he is so very nice...see u sunday ruth Xxx

Just for anyone who missed it. It was a greyhound that was limping badly on both her front legs...there wasn't any corns visible,
so he put a blob of toothpaste on each pad, and gently brushed the pads with a wet toothbrush. When he wiped the toothpaste off, the corns were clearly visible. So very simple...and very clever !!!

Yes...we watched it...fascinating !!!! Such a simple and ingenious method. Will have to remember that one.

anyone see the supervet last night? I thought the way he diagnosed corns was very interesting!

I'm pleased to hear Macca is recovering well. X

So pleased to hear Macca is recovering well. Xxx

Macca is still doing well; the vet says that everything is healing very nicely. He has a new red bandage tonight.

The vet is pleased with Macca's progress. He is now sporting a fluorescent green bandage. He says thank you for all the cuddles! Xx

Poor lad....glad to hear Macca is feeling a little better. Sending him my cuddle tonight. Xxx

Oh Macca I'm sorry to hear you have had a operation. I hope you are soon on the mend. You have a wonderful family who I'm sure will be giving you plenty of TLC. Hugs to you all. Xx

Thank you for your good wishes. He's a lot brighter this evening but obviously still in a fair bit of pain x

Oh Macca, we're all sending you BIG electronic cuddles for a speedy recovery gorgeous fella. T, J, R & B xxxx

Poor Macca... sending him my cuddle today. You have our sympathy as we've been through it with Lola who had to have a toe amputated a while ago now. It's such a worry but I'm sure he will be just fine in the fullness of time. It took Lola a while before she was completely comfortable, so I hope Macca will have a good recovery and given time I'm sure he will be just fine. It's early days and assuming that he will be on painkillers post-op I'd expect you will see an improvement within the next few days.
xx

Poor macca's feeling sorry for himself. His troublesome toe has been amputated today, and he's feeling very, very sore - having trouble putting any weight on it at all. Will stay downstairs with him tonight and hope that things improve overnight

Happy gotcha day Macca. X

Happy gotcha day to Macca! Xxx

Happy gotcha day to my boy! In many ways three years have flown by, but equally I can hardly remember what it was like not to have him. He is the most wonderful lovable and loving hound and we all adore him xx

Hi Clare, Macca is doing ok. The vet says his toe is beginning to heal, and he can now go for short walks (10 to 15 mins). Look forward to seeing you all in September xx

How is Macca doing? We are missing you all. I hope he'll be feeling better and back again in September. X

So sorry to hear Macca has fractured his toe. Hope it won't be long before he is bouncing around again. Xxx

Oh no, I'm sorry to hear that. Please give him a fuss and hug from us. I hope he is on the mend soon. Love Clare, Louis and Belle. Xx

He has fractured his toe, so a quiet few weeks for him now. Don't think he'll be doing his silver good citizens this time round!

Poor lad, do hope all will be ok. Xxx

Hope all is well with your lovely boy.
Love & kisses from The New Icemaid Clan xxxxxxxx

Worried about my boy today, he pulled up from a run very lame and unable to weight-bear on his front right. He's at the vets having a general anaesthetic and x-ray :-(

Happy birthday to my gorgeous boy! Good start to the day -a lovely run by Bracebridge pool, and then a rabbit or two to chase later in the walk! He's now fast asleep on his bed, recovering from all the excitement . Hope to see you all on the 13th

Very good advice maccasmum - I am just doing an article for the Grapevine about Nancy the greyhound who was kicked by a horse and had horrific injuries but luckily survived.

I'm sure I'm speaking to the wise, but please take care in Sutton Park when the ponies are about. Macca got too close on Monday (our fault - I suppose we got complaisant) and was kicked. Very fortunately, he only has a bruised shoulder, but it could have been so much worse.

Update on our wonderful boy - having spent 6 weeks not being allowed off his lead due to torn tendon in his toe, on his 2nd time off lead he damaged his shoulder, so back on the lead again! He's completely mad off lead! Other than that, he's incredibly loving and gentle and makes us so happy xxxx

oh dear - Macca needs to have some more teeth out :-( He'll be going to Andre on Wednesday, so keeping fingers crossed that everything goes well and he'll be fit and well for Sunday

Took my birthday boy to pets at home in Tamworth to buy some pressies - all going great until he saw the rabbits in their pen! He was transfixed - stood trembling from head to foot with excitement, licking his lips. He took a bit of persuading to move away (had to keep a tight hold on the lead and the house collar just in case). Think we may have overdone it with the ball games in the park, then training class plus extra treats and his favourite sausages for tea. He had a bit of tummy ache last night and is still very tired this morning - a short walk, I think, this morning plus a restful snooze til lunchtime. xxx

Happy Gotcha Day to my beautiful, big, black boy. Macca has taken over our lives completely - just at it should be - and he is absolutely perfect (weeelll, the recall still needs a bit of work!). So thank you daybreaks for allowing us to give a home to the (we think!) best, most handsome and most loving dog in the world

Hope the tooth fairy brings him lots of treats! xxx

Macca is doing fine after his dental work - Andre has looked after him wonderfully. That should be all the dental work completed (to Macca's great relief). He's been a bit subdued for the last couple of days, but now getting back to normal. He's turning out to be a bit of a water freak - loves wading into the pools in the park - this morning he tried sniffing a leaf under water - probably won't do that again! His coat is now hanging up to dry!

I forgot to post the most important bit! He's going to have another 3 teeth out tomorrow - hopefully that will be it then, so we'll be able to get into a routine to keep his remaining few clean and sparkly!

Just to let you know that Macca is wonderful (but u knew that already!) He is soooo loving, nothing he likes more (except food of course) than a good tummy rub! Really enjoys his walks in the park - gets a bit tired if he's out for more than an hour and a half. Recall is getting better - but still wouldn't trust him off the lead yet. He likes to go into the water in the park, but doesn't know what to do once he's in! He really, really loved going to Aldridge to have a run. All in all, it's a joy and a privilege to be able to give him a home - he gives so much joy and love back. Thank you for letting us have him. Jackie xxx

A quick update on Macca - he is still perfect!! He has put on 2kg in weight in the last 2 weeks, having lost 2kg in the first 2 weeks of being at home, and is recovering from an infection in his gum from when he had his teeth removed BUT - he is happy, healthy, lively, beautiful, loving, fussy , VERY nosey and absolutely incredible! He has completely taken over our lives and is thoroughly spoilt - just how it should be. He loves his walks in the park twice a day, it's certainly keeping me fit. I just wish he'd sleep a little bit later at the weekends - 6.30am is fine in the week, but I need my lie-in! We will see you all at the show on Sunday - can't wait to see everyone. Love Jackie and the rest of the Blunn clan

Very pleased his opertaion went well, he is a handsome lad even if he has less teeth now! xx

Had to lift him in - no easy job - but no trouble getting him out again!! He has come through this very well - couldn't understand why he only got scrambled eggs for tea - where was the rest? Back to normal now - full rations, walks, cuddles etc etc how it should be. Loves lying in the sun, and has discovered the delights of paddling in the stream in the park. Hope all went as well with Gent and Wispa as it did for Macca. The Blunn family xxxxx

I can sympathise, our boy Gent has to go in to have a lesion removed from his leg tomorrow and we've got to starve him from 7 pm tonight - he's gonna hate us come tomorrow morning! Hope Macca gets on okay and you managed to persuade him to get in the car with love and kisses instead. Mand x

Big day for Macca today, he's having some teeth out. He thinks I don't love him anymore coz he hasn't had breakfast - he keeps looking at me with those wonderful soft eyes - he can't understand it. Getting him in the back of the car with no food reward may be quite interesting.....

Macca is an absolute star!! Loves his walks - now without his muzzle as he's so good with other dogs. He still has this "thing" about his bowl stand - he has a brilliant appetite(!), but won't eat from his bowl unless someone is holding it for him. It's the same with his drinks, only worse! He won't drink from his bowl at all, but will drink if you put water into your hands and offer it. Isn't it odd??? Other than that, he is a happy boy, adapting very very well to being a much loved member of the family. He loves playing in the garden where has discovered the pleasures of digging. Love to all Macca's friends at daybreaks, Jackie B

Glad to hear your having lots of fun Macca!! :D and In college Monday, Tuesday and Fridays xxxxx

Hi all! I've been sooo busy! Been out on lots of lovely long walks in the park and have met all sorts! Cows and horses - too big, ignore them, big dogs - ok (I think) small dogs - not worth noticing, medium sized dogs - they all seem to roll on their backs and submit! rabbits and squirrels - interesting, may be worth further investigation. Mum and the family are really pleased with me 'coz they've left me on my own and I haven't destroyed anything. I've had a couple more wee accidents, but they're coping with those (who's counting anyway!). Visiting cat is getting a bit cheeky - he sits on the stairs and looks at me. He knows I can't get to him with the gate shut. Mum's just given me a ball of meatpaste to eat - I suspect there was something unpleasant in it (Mum: wormers!), but the paste was lovely anyway. Just resting before my evening constitutional. Lots of love xxxxx PS Sally would like to know which days Aimee is at college - she would like to meet up.

I don't think it's that, he's not actually going close enough to knock against it. I'm making sure that there is plenty of water in his Burns so that he doesn't get dehydrated. He eats better at night than in the morning. I'm wary of doing anything that will disrupt his eating - he needs to put on some weight. On a brighter note, he is an absolute angel around the house. When we eat, he tries it on a bit at first, but then he lies down next to the table and waits for us to finish.

Hi I realised my Lucy's metal ID disc was clattering against her dish and she was leaping backwards then dashing forwards again to her food (not going to miss her grub bless her) could it be something like that? J x

Mum says: Thanks for the advice, I'll be over to get some as soon as I can. He has a bit of a 'thing' about his bowl stand - he is only eating and drinking if we hold his bowl for him! I think we'll tackle this issue when he's had chance to put a bit of weight on. Macca says: Oooh I do like a good book, there are so many pages to play with!! Mum left me for half an hour today - I wasn't too pleased and had a bit of a bark, but I eventually settled down.

Jack has had a couple of wee accidents. Daybreaks have some stain/odour remover which seems to work perfectly well. x

Hi macca, if your mum can make it to the kennels tell her to buy a fab product called simple solution, this will remove the stain and the odour which will help stop repeat offending in the same area. If you havbe a poorly tummy, stick to burns and add some white rice. This will help your tummy lad xxxxx

Saw my first rabbit in the park this morning - didn't know what to make of it! I just stared. I had an accident in the lounge where I sleep last night. Mum says it looks like my tummy was a bit upset and that may have caused it. Is she right? Otherwise I've been a very good boy (apart from barking at the milkman at 6.15 this morning, but hey what can you expect). Mum asks whether you have any tips for removing the stain from the carpet?

Macca, you look so chilled out there!! and love the pillow cover haha Glad to hear your having fun!! :P (Tell Sally I said good luck at college tomorrow!!)

Aimee xxxxxxx

Today I've learnt how to keep the family on their toes by pinching a few things - especially visitors shoes! Phones produce a great reaction too.The cat is still avoiding me - I really would love to play with him!

I can't believe your already laying down the law big lad!!! Xxxxxx

Just told my family in no uncertain terms that i DO NOT need another walk today! I retreated to my duvet once my collar and lead were on and refused to move. I have been playing in the garden a lot today, and I had an extra short walk when I picked Sally up from the Blue Cross. I'm far too tired to go out again. I think they've got the message

Mum says: thanks to Ruth and Fiona for the advice, a lump of cheese waved under his nose and then placed in full view in the back of the car did the trick (twice at least!). Macca is having a lie down after playing fetch in the garden. He cheats! He brings the ball indoors and puts it on his bed.

Hi macca,.. This is something that takes time.. If he always associated getting in the car with going somewhere nice or for a nice long walk he will soon jump in, try putting just his front legs in and hell soon get the hang of it xxxx

I don't like getting in the back of the car (it's an estate) - Mum is having to lift me in; and I'm not a small lad! I'm fine once Im in, and I get out ok, any advice for Mum before she puts her back out?

Hi all, I had a very good night - I was very tired so I slept well and didn't disturb the family. I've had my walk this morning and I'm now taking it easy on my duvet. Didn't want all my breakfast this morning tho'. Loads of love, Macca xxxx

I haven't sussed those stairs yet - they don't go straight up. I don't need to go upstairs anyway if they'll all come down to me if I whine in a pathetic enough voice! Had my first little 'accident' (ooopsie!) today. Mum wasn't too pleased 'cos she'd just taken me in the garden. I thought it was too windy so came straight back in again. What's the big deal? Macca xxxx PS so pleased to see so many of my friends reserved or rehomed

Oh Macca you have a lot to learn a bed in the middle of the lounge is the best place to sleep I think not mummy's bed upstairs is far more comfortable love Milly

PS THE best place for my bed is right in the middle of the lounge floor - I couldn't consider sleeping anywhere else. And I want to play with all the animals I see - the squirrel ran away and the visiting cat doesn't seem interested; he disappears veerry quickly. Apparently he still sleeps on the beds upstairs (shut in of course), and the family have to be very careful when he comes in and goes out. Bye for now, Macca xxxxxx

I had everyone up at 5am today (I just made a few odd noises by banging into things and down they came! I whined a bit during the night, but I was a very good boy and didn't have any 'accidents'. I had a 'mad 5 minutes' round the garden at 6.30am, then a rest before breakfast, then another rest after breakfast, then a walk in the park. I've been watching Mum prepare dinner (boring!), I hope we're going out to play in a bit. I don't like Mum going out without me so I bark (I'm wondering whether to try this at night!!!). Love to you all, Macca xxxxx

Macca hope your being good for your new family!! Love youuuu xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Awww well done macca :o) I told you picked a nice family... And football?? You lucky boy xxxxx

I'm so excited! So many things to see and do! Who is this strange grey I see when I look in the patio doors? I'm just resting after a game of football in the garden (nobody told the family I could play!). They say I've been golden (no surprise there then) Love to my friends

Only a few days to go now macca until your family collect you for your forever home xx

Met macca and his new family on Monday he licked my ears for me. They are a match made in heaven, you could see home happy they all were with macca and he was just lapping up the cuddles. Well done macca be happy

oh macca my baby boy...well done..i knew you would get a home soon because you are the sweetest boy there!! im gonna miss you !! xxxx see you tomorrow xxxxxx

Well done on choosing a lovely family to spend your retirement with macca. You really did steal their hearts with your charm and good looks. You really are a gorgeous boy and it is lovelyt to see you handsome black boys getting picked. I hope you will be very happy with your new brother and sister. They certainly seemed very taken with you! Xxxxxx

Wonderful to see a handsome black boy reserved xxx Good luck Macca xxxxx

gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous boy, terribly affectionate and loving and just so soft...another one i could smuggle home...xxx

We took Macca on his cat test today. He was alert with the cats around but just sniffed and let them carry on! With some firm training I am sure he could live with cats.

he looks adorable...what a happy face he has got :-) xxxx

He looks fanatastic! another gorgeous black beauty.

What a happy looking chap xxxx makes you want to give him loads of fuss and cuddles xxxx

What a gorgeous, happy, smiley face! Actually laughed out loud at the third pic. I love him already! :-)