Happy Birthday to our big Sh*t, aka Pinkleberry Paddlepaws Fire Prince Haden. What is it, three years now and you are finally settling down. Phew. Sparky seems to be trying to take over your mantle of being the sod of the evening. You are a great guard dog and you are our big sh*t and we love you.

Ah, how lovely. Fire has got prime place by the tv.

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The longer we have Fire the more we realise why Ruth found him such a special boy, yes he still can be a sh*t and a tinker but he truly is an adorable and loving dog.

When you take on a new grey you don't really know their personality. We've had Fire since 15 Sept so nearly four months. Very quickly he got the nickname Tinker; he is now Pinckleberry Paddlepaws - don't ask! He and Joe have settled in really well, love yoghurt as part of their breakfast and love the walks in the Brittany countryside. He is adorable and so is Joe, now known as Sloppy Chops Joe!

Fire, aka You Little Tinker, latest, his way of waking me up from having a crafty snooze on the sofa - to nip my t shirt and drag me off the sofa!

How lovely to hear what a happy boy Fire is! xxx

Fire's new knickname is Tinker which describes his personality perfectly. Adorable Tinker and we forgive him pinching our beanie hats and hiding them on the sofa, nibbling us when it is walkies time and mad zoomings in the garden when he spins and doesn't see where he is going. We just love him to bits.

I wonder why this boy was taken from racing, three greys looking on in awe as he raced around the paddock this afternoon in the Autumn sunshine, so very fast. No surprising he is now flat out asleep. He loves the space here to run and play; I think he thinks he is a puppy again.

That's funny. Just think of what his coat will look like if he's successful at that trick- he'll be gleaming!!!! Mand x

Fire's latest trick, to try and drink olive oil as it comes out of the bottle!

More toys destroyed! The only one left is now well guarded under his foot as he sleeps off this morning's walk and very energetic run around the paddock. He is a very cheeky chappie who loves to play in the morning and then sleep all afternoon.

Got some more toys today and Fire was more enthusiastic playing with them. You would think he was still racing the speed he gets to racing around the paddock. Thank goodness we have so much space. Currently in his usual space, flat out on the sofa fast asleep.

Fire has stopped thieving shoes and things but is still being a little tinker but he is a lovely dog and who could not forgive those doleful eyes even when he has been a tad naughty? So pleased to have Joe and Fire and they are doing well albeit Fire's farts need a peg on the nose! :o)

Aww bless. Hammy takes shoes sometimes too and takes them to his bed. he doesn't do anything, no chewing etc, just likes them there. Has taken my bra and socks a couple of times too! So cute :)

Fire is getting cheekier and cheekier and a tea leaf to boot. First it was my shoe to cuddle, then Richard's knee brace then my shoe again and then an ornamental stone from the fireplace. Oh and a pair of my knickers from the ironing basket. Love him.

What a great photo of Fire and his new friends! Wishing him a long and very happy retirement. xxx

Just had a look at Facebook, we are so pleased that Fire as found a wound full home. I had the pleasure of walking this boy one Saturday morning and thought then he's going to make someone very happy.

You never know we may meet him again in France.

Day Two, clean overnight, good breakfast of mince and sardines in olive oil. Lovely walk in the sunshine and now on the sofa resting.

If I didn't say Tracey Haden on Facebook, home picture is of greyhounds, of course

If anyone wants to see how Fire is doing, look on Facebook under Tracey Haden and see his day one playing in the garden with toys. Will post more videos as he goes on but nothing to video at the moment as asleep on the sofa and very very content.

Brilliant what a life this boy is going to have.Joe his kennel mate seems a bit quiet today think he is missing Fire already what a reunion they will have in a weeks time. Sardines,mince and steamed chicken not forgetting a sofa in one day Fire you are going to be one happy contented boy.

Fire has arrived safely in France, had steamed chicken for breakfast and some mince and then some sardines in olive oil! Met his new house mates and went on a short walk as it is very hot and is now dozing on the sofa. Seems very settled. Another walk this evening after supper of steamed chicken. Joe arrives in about 10 days and then Dandy. Happy house full of hounds

Hi patsy Dior please could you keep us updated on how fire,joe and dandy are doing? As I'd love to see how my favourite boys are doing! Miss you but very happy at the same time!! Xxxxxxxxx

au revoir beautiful boy....et le bon vie en france :-) xxxx

Hope the ferry crossing is not to rough for you-hope you enjoy your new home. Wont be long before your new brother comes over. Have a wonderful lifexxxxxxAl & Blue

OK Fire, papers all signed and sent back to Ruth and you will be collected tomorrow and here by Saturday for breakfast of steamed chicken :o)

Now on serious countdown Fire, can't wait for you to arrive, we are getting very excited

Not long now Fire, got your new bed ready and picked up the fobs for you and Joe ready for your day collars. Loads of new toys to play with too, I say nothing of the huge basket of treats!

Fantastic news. well done Fire! Bon voyage xxx

oh my gosh! I can't believe I missed this! Tres Bien my friend. Tres Bien. (Practically all I know in french!!) (I think it means well done) xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx :)

Wonderful news! Well done Fire....have a lovely life in France! xxx

oh you clever boy so pleased for you xx

One Saturday morning I had the privilege of taking Fire over to Solihull. What a great lad, a pleasure in the car and wonderful on the lead. When we had a sneaky woodland walk on the way back.

I am so very happy to read that you have finally been chosen Fire, not before time... a life of luxury in France, how wonderful...all my love little man and bon chance....au revoir. xxxxx

oh my god, i don't know if it's a hangover from those emotional touchy feely olympics but i cried when i saw the reserved sign on fire's profile today ! How wonderful this is ! You've been waiting such a long time - but i'm sure it'll be amazing. XX

Finally!! I'm so pleased. In the word of julia Roberts, (This news)"is so good I nearly peed my pants".
One thing tho, can Fire speak French?
Fire a true Olympian, wins gold on the final day of London 2012!

Wow - that's fantastic news, so excited for you. Enjoy your new life. x

Oh what lovely news. Have a great time in your new home.
Love The New Icemaid Clan xx
Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees.

Only one word for it........ YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Xxxxxxx

Woohooooo! Doing my happy dance! So happy for my boy! Well deserved! Told you, good things happen to those who wait! Vive le France! Haha. Have a wonderful retirement Fire! You truly deserve that big backyard overlooking the French countryside. My heart is filled with such joy. Love you, Fire! Myrna xxx

I cannot say how happy I am - had news that Fire is off to a fabulous home with his kennel mate Joe in France! Pet passport to be sorted and bon voyage my lovely boy xxxxx

Oh Fire, Aunty Ruth told me some glimmer of hope news. Fingers-crossed my boy. So verry happy to see you looking so good with shiny black coat and gaining some weight. The best bit was when we took you for a walk today and we passed by a flock of chickens and they seemed not to interest you, well done! Keep the FIRE of hope burning sweety, it's looking positive ahead for you! hugs and kisses, Myrna

Almost Fire...but nevermind, at least I get to see you again on Sunday. You ought to get a gold medal for the longest wait, lol...you are my champ! One day, we will both celebrate when you get the re-homed sign. Love you Fire! - Myrna xxx

Fire-aroo! Still praying here for the day to come sooner for your lovely family to bring you home. Love you! - Myrna

Oh Fire, how good it felt that you have not forgotten me! That constant wagging of your tail and rubbing your face on my leg just melt my heart. I've enjoyed our short walk and I know you did too coz you just continue looking at me waiting for a signal whether we will go for. Jog or a quick run (like we used to do). I hope you've enjoyed your treats too. The most difficult part today was leaving you. You did me proud when you showed me that you haven't forgotten all the things I've taught you. Well done my boy, mywonderrful Fire. Love you, Myrna

Fire, my sweety, Bri and I will pay you a visit tomorrow with some belated birthday treats.
Show them your sweet nature my boy coz I want to see that reserved/re homed sign soon! Go go go Fire! - Myrna

Fire, you beautiful little boy... why oh why havent you found your family yet ! ?? c'mon folks he needs his own sofa sending you a big hug xx

Fire-aroo! Can't wait to see you...will be coming to visit you this weekend! Love love love you xxxx Myrna

now majic and fearne have new homes we need to work on somebody to take you- see you tomorrow- will give you extra hugs xx

Lots of love to Fire, hope you won't have to wait too much longer for that comfy sofa! Xxx

Well my boy, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Here's hoping on your 6th birthday that you are somewhere lying in a comfy sofa being sung the birthday song from your loving family. :)
A big WOOF from Dennis and Floppy. Love you Fire! - Myrna

Happy birthday, Fire. Such a cutey, you WILL find your dream home very soon. XX

Happy Birthday xx

Happy birthday Fire, fingers crossed your forever home is just round the corner xx

Happy birthday fire! Love you! Xxxxx

Happy birthday Fire! Hugs from the Cox's xxxx (Marnie's family)

Another cuddle today for Fire on his birthday. Happy Birthday.

Happy birthday lovely lad! lets hope your new home is very close :o) xx

Well Fire gets my cuddle today as he's been at the kennels far too long. I'm sure he'd trade 110 virtual cuddles for one big one snuggled on a sofa. Your time will come gorgeous. xx

:( I really wanted to come at the weekend to see you but sadly I'm away. Anyway, hopefully see you when I get back. Will be thinking of you :) xx

Fire I will see you Saturday and give you a big cuddle

i'm proud to say, i got the 100th cuddle ! Hope he doesn't need many more, before he moves to a dream home and comfy sofa X

Fire we all know that you are good with both boys and girl greyhounds ( you have now lived with magic and fearne as a kennel mate!)

I think Fire could use a photo profile update. This handsome boy just unleashed his charm via the pic with Magic, lol. ;)

i will come tomorrow and give you the biggest cuddle ever!!!!!!! love you fire i so want you !

I have given my cuddle to Fire today as I remember him from the Youtube videos.

Hope he finds a loving home very soon.

very sweet joythornz :)

Fire...words cannot express how I feel everytime I visit this webpage and still see you there.

But you are like me, an eternal burning flame of optimism. I know one day it will all fall into places and the right home for you will come. Good things happen to those who wait...you and your black buddies will have that final retirement you all deserve.

I miss you. But you are in a better place where there is always that chance of being adopted. I am so honoured of having been a part of your life, constantly reminding me what beautiful creature greyhounds are.

You take care my boy...show them the beautiful spirit within you I came to know.

Myrna

I've met Fire too and can't understand why he has been here so long. He's lovely. If only I could have another, but alas.

Wow, i'm away for a couple of days, check in to see the dogs and SIX have been reserved / rehomed ! Wow, what a bumper weekend !...... but still Fire is here, still waiting....it's so unfair ! I''m hoping all the extra waiting is so that he's being lined up for the best home in the world ! :O)

Come on people if you had any sense of how handsome and cool fire is ! If only I could have you, you would have been reserved months ago!

Ah Fire my boy, you are so deserving of a new forever home. Keeping fingers & toes crossed that it wll happen very soon. Big hugs. XxX

My thoughts with you tonight sweetie. Here's hoping tomorrow is your day. XXX

Myrna

Fire will be coming over the weekend at Daybreaks so he will get a chance to be viewed and possibly have a shot of being adopted. He is so ready to be in a permanent home with a loving family to look after him.

Ruth and I agreed for him to stay there during weekends (for chances of being viewed and re-homed) and come home with me weekdays so as not to stress him further.

I love this boy. He has accomplished a lot from our training. He truly deserves a forever sofa. - Myrna

my fiend says he is absolutly gorgeous!

I so agree joythornz, whoever gets this lovely boy to keep, I will look at with eyes green with envy xx :)

@nutellajar - LOL with the trademark move on the bowl, it's soooo Fire, hahaha.

You've just got to love him! All he wants is to please you and he sort of saying through his eyes "Hey ma, am i doing it correctly?" ...nevermind knocking over things or stepping on a greyhound's paw, lol...he is lovely and never a bore. His future family will have gazillion of good memories with this greyhound. XXX

ha ha. the trademark he did to me when I visited the kennels. except he did it on his water bowl so, didn't go too well! Also, when I left and went to see the others, he sort of said, "ahem? I believe I am the most beautiful and therefore should get the most cuddles!" (Well, that was in dog language, all I heard was crying!) Bless his heart xx

Fire, I believe, is officially enjoying the chilled home life of a retired greyhound. He is now clockwork with our routines and loves just being "one of the boys".

The fluffy toys are becoming less of an impact with him and he seemed less keen with the other breeds (hopefully it's a start) when we passed them by on our walks.

He has a trademark move when he is asking for a fuss. He would rest his chin on top of Denn or Floppy's back, sofa, bed or your lap. His third picture on this profile, THAT is his trademark move together with Puss-in -boots eyes to match. He is sooo adorable and funny.

Fire is one greyhound that will really warm your heart.

We watched the you tube video of Fire, it was great to see him again. He was one of our favourites when we had the chance to walk at the kennels, our daughter Sophie really loves him :) Good luck Fire, we hope you find a home soon x

How I wish Fire would go straight to a home instead of coming back to the kennels. He is sooo loving the home life now.

Fire has integrated well in a home set-up. He learned the routines easily, can be left alone with other greys (not on his own though as he still prefers company whether human or grey), can sit on command, listens, clean (no accidents), sleeps through the night (and day! lol) and is starting to enjoy what retirement is all about. The fluffy fixation has been lessen but still interest him (most greyhound do anyway) but he listens when you ask him to stop or leave the toy alone.

As with his keenness with other dog breeds, it is still a work in progress. I am quite confident he will get bored of them when expose everyday (through walks) in time. The day would come that it will click in his mind that he can be at peace with them. The more exposure to other dogs, the quicker Fire would overcome the keenness over them.

As most who work on Fire at Daybreaks would attest, he is very affectionate. It is hard not to fall in love with this big fellow. He loves the fuss, kisses and cuddles. There are a few occasion when he would return the gesture by licking your hand or nose. :)

Please if you could offer him a forever home, just let Ruth know. He is ready for his loving family and for him to offer his heart.

Thanks nutella. :) I'm so addicted to greyhounds, lol. - Myrna

Just saw that video, wow! I'm so happy for both of you! I also saw the video: Floppy Doodle Doo. very cute :)

We had a look at this on Youtube this morning and think this is excellant, it is fantastic when our dogs whether adopted or fostered master a command for the first time.

Breakthrough with Fire today. He finally learned how to sit on command for the very first time. So thrilled for him coz we have been practicing the sit command the very first day I fostered him.

Watch how smart Fire on this link(with special participation of Dennis & Floppy, lol):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLfjsX_2k_E&feature=plcp

C'mon folks, what more do you ask for in a greyhound? Fire is adorable, loving, SMART, and funny too. Give this boy a chance of a happy home and a forever sofa, you won't regret it.

Myrna

I think Myrna and Caroline ought to hold a master class and as for MAX who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks.

Oh Fire, you sound like you are trying so hard to be a good boy - well done! xxxx

aww I just loved that video, talk about puppy dog eyes! Love the part where he just can't take it any longer and walks away!

Thanks all. I've just continued what Deb/Julie already started with using treats in training Fire with the fluffies. Lately, I started using more of praises and less of the treats coz I don't want him to rely heavily on the food reward. It is working with Fire coz now his eyes are focus on me rather than the food. He still pinches the fluffy every now and then but the big difference now is he listens when I ask him to stop or leave it instead of being so fixated in destroying it.

Other dog breeds still affects him though when we go for walkies but I could feel the keenness is gradually changing.

His biggest achievement so far is being left alone with my two greyhounds for a longer period of time without creating a mess or making loud crying noise. He just chill out and sleeps most of the time with Dennis and Floppy. Night time, he sleeps soundly and wakes up the next morning. He only moves when I initiate getting up to start my morning.

I still don't trust him in the kitchen, so that part of the house has been fenced off using the clothes airing stands, lol. He is actually good not testing to jump over it coz I remembered when we fostered Amber, she jumped over it successfully. :D

It goes to show Fire is a good greyhound and keeps getting better. He just needs some guidance on how to live in a home. We greyhound owners know ex-racers only knew the kennel life their entire life before retirement. In time, he will enjoy just being retired, lol.

I do hope somebody would give him that chance of a forever home and happy retirement. Did I say he is sooo lovingly sweet? For Fire, you are his world! xxx

Love the video of the training session - he certainly seems to be starting to listen & respond to instructions. Just adore the way he eventually gets up and wanders off! Keep working hard boy and you'll get a lovely home soon. x

Hi joy, pleased to see Fire has started to listen to you. I have Max, he's fine with toys, but mad when he sees other breeds, doesn't matter big or small, he's not like Fire he doest listen to me, or take treats. The word NO is the only word that he sort of responds to, but he has had 8 years doing what he likes . Good luck with Fire I'm sure he's going to be a perfect boy one day :)))))) C & M xx

Hi Joy That's great and he's really listening to you :) I find too that if you have some really tasty food like liver or sausage then you can reward him for 'Leaving it' he'll remember to always 'Leave it' as the 'payback' is much better than the fluffy :) I agree with you that he's a very intelligent boy :) and thought he was lovely :) Great job :) Jx

Great to hear he is doing well. xxx

Fire and I have been working on his fluffy issues. So far, he is listening to me more and showing promise. Here's a link to a video of Fire in training.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-5lT9PM5Uc&feature=youtu.be

Fire shows he is willing to learn and funny too, lol.

Well done Fire! This is so good to read, his time out of kennels is obviously working wonders for him. Keep up the good work my boy. x

So pleased for the big boy it sounds like being in a home with good role models is working wonders with him.

Fire passed his test of being left alone with my two greyhounds with flying colours. We were out today for a good 2 hours and went home with everything intact(lol). According to my son who stayed in his room, he didn't hear anything when we left and Fire seemed to join Denn and Floppy in their beds.The pack instinct worked with him well. That being said, I believe Fire can adjust easily in a home with another greyhound.

Fire still reacts to other dog breeds when we walk him. His prey drive is high. Only through constant exposure to other dogs, cats, squirrels and etc and through time could lessen this. It worked on my first greyhound Dennis as he was the same and maybe even worst than Fire. Now Dennis has been more tolerable with the fluffy wild life/toys and friendly towards other dog breeds.

The best news is that Fire is enjoying home life. Living with us now for almost a week, he is constantly improving everyday with our routines. He loves the chill out session with the boys. The running around the garden. The fuss and attention given him. He is more relaxed.

The welcome home committee has grown as well as everytime we come home and open the front door, Fire is there with Denn & Floppy, wagging his tail away, giving us the warmest welcome home a dog could give. He is sooo adorable. XXX - Myrna

Fire can do stairs, up and down. He is also quite good on a lead. He is muzzled everytime we go for walks as we don't know when is the next fluffy thing would pop out.

He definitely loves a company whether greys, human or both. I don't know yet how he is with being left alone as usually my 19 and 16 year old children would alternately look after him whilst Bri and I work. They did tell me he whimpers a little when we've just close the door behind us but after a minute he would join in with either my other two greys or my children.

This weekend is a perfect opportunity for me to test him being left alone with my other two greys whilst we food shop and ask my teeners just to remain in their rooms and observe him. I do hope he would copy my boys in just snoozing away when we are not around. We'll see, fingers-crossed. - Myrna

Fab news, this has made my week. Congratulations Fire.xx

Well done boy, this is so lovely to read - keep up the good work. x

Fire Alert: (LOL)
Fire is getting along nicely with my two other boy greys. He sleeps soundly and has been problem-free during night time. He is clean and would do his business outside. His fluffy obsession is still a work in progress. Fire and I are training hard to lessen this fixation and hopefully be successful in being tolerant around fluffy things/animals.

I've also decided to give him three small meals a day as he seems a lot calmer in between feedings. He could also use a bit more weight as Ruth mentioned. Apart from that, he is the sweetest thing. He loves cuddles, kisses, and belly rubs. He is a big boy who thinks he's a chihuahua as he loves lying beside you and rest his head (or body) on your lap.

My boys are teaching him the life of retirement gradually as all three greys would love snoozing together as a pack and run around or investigate things in our garden. There was one funny moment with Fire. Both he and my grey Floppy were barking by the back door seeing a squirrel in the garden. Then after a while, Fire put his head on Floppy's back and still barking! Hahaha, what a character! He is still learning the routines at home but he is showing promise.

- Myrna :)

Fire you are a lucky boy ,do as you are told and listen to Myrna and Brian who like everyone else would like to see you in a home but you must learn to be a retired greyhound!

that's great! :) godd luck to the all getting along. I'm sure they will xx

The fabulous Myrna and Brian are fostering Fire whilst the kennels are closed for refurbishment until the 18th June. I spoke to Myrna last night who said he was doing really well. Thank you Myrna and Brian for giving him a chance xxxx

ooh! fostered! by who? They are so lucky x

OMG people fire is absolutely amazing, he is handsome, so cute I wish I could really have but I can't :(. I will see you soon and I will come and give you massive cuddle!

My cuddle for you today boy. Keep working hard at your training - you're such a lovely boy and deserve a new home. x

the very first thing Fire did when he came into the run for his cool down bath was grabbing the top of the shampoo bottle which is sort of shaped like a bone...he is just the loveliest boy and he did give me the top back ever so nicely when asked....loved his bath and then cooled me down by shaking himself all over me :-) xxx

Hi nutellajar - I walk Ruth's dogs for her foxy is my fav but all the others are amazing too!

thankyou so much! May be a while, but will let you know when. :)

Hi Nutellajar - you are more than welcome to help walk my pet greys (I have 6!) who I can bring up if you let me know when you are coming as they are covered by my own insurance. It is always disappointing for those of you who are under the age of 16 but we have to abide by our liability insurance regulations.

oh :(

You have to be 16

heyy how old do you have to be to be able to walk the dogs? thanks x

Many thanks to Michelle and her OH for bringing Fire training and a huge thank you and well done to Debs who was brill with him :) He worked very well, was very food orientated and quite keen to 'meet' the electronic bunny we use :) LOL He seems a very intelligent boy and was quick to realise that if he listened to Debs then he'd get a nice treat and wouldn't have to work too hard :) J xx

Oh Fire! I loved seeing you today. You put yourself up against the bars to get a little scratch. You hated it when I left though! Wailing and crying, bless your heart.

Fire did really well yesterday, he was a little anxious and stuck to me leg like glue.He is very very keen on treats which will help him with his training.he quickly learned that if I said leave it and he did he would get a treat.
He is a strong boy who must have been a very good greyhound and will take a little time to settle into retirement.
He has a lot of potential and at present he probably needs an owner who can spend time training him.

So excited! Coming to see you today! lots of love xxx

Hi everyone we took Fire to training today he is a really good boy in the car and then he had a long walk before going back to the car !! Julie did a super job woth Fire and we are happyy to take him again, if he is still at Daybreaks but hopefully he will have a forever sofa soon, again what a lovely dog - he travelled with Bertie in the back they were both very close to each pther and all was calm and friendly !!! come on someone give Fire a chance !!!!

Oh wait, don't worry. It works now. Sorry!

Good luck at training today if you are not already there!

Hi, I tried to like a couple of comments but it didn't seem to say anything to register it. Do you need facebook to do it?

Fire I hope you will be a good boy on Saturday I have just finished making you some liver treats so you better be on your best behaviour at training as the kitchen now stinks!

Michelle thank you for agreeing to bring Fire to training on Saturday I am looking forward to doing a spot of training with him under the expert eye of Julie.
Fire sounds a lively boy who needs to learn how to go from being a racer to a pet.Hopefully he will soon appreciate the benefits a retired lifestyle will bring.

!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am sooooooooooo excited to come and see you on Sunday! Can't think about it too much though - got to concentrate on SAT's paper tommorow. :(

Fire loved being groomed today and was very co-operative . He is a very friendly quiet boy and I am surprised he has not been given a new home yet.

Poor Fire, it sounds as though he is finding it tough to adjust to "civilian" life, I hope all goes well with his training and it won't be long before his forever home comes along. xxx

Hi Michelle ... I meant it was fine for you to come this Saturday -19th May, we're not training on the 26th as the Hall is unavailable but we can let you know what we're doing instead. Julie x

Hi Julie .... I didn't think there was a class on 26th May due to hall being unavailable? L xx

Hi Michelle I think that would be great, we start at 9am and please feel free to bring Bertie with you too :) Any questions about Saturday please ring me on 0774 7754759. Thank you :) Jx

Hi Ruth I have managed to swop things around a bit so if you still need someone to take fire to training on Saturday we can take him, will could bring Bertie with us ( but I think he has trained us already !!! )

I cannot take fire this Saturday but I am happy to take Fire training next Saturday 26th if that helps ??? providing I can get Bertie out of the car !! which seems to be his favorite place to sit at the moment !

I would love to go I just can't take him as am quite busy on the Saturday. :( Good luck to him though. Hope it goes well. :)

Hiya I enjoyed it ... especially when Robbie got squeakier and squeakier toys out to see which ones Fire thought were tastier than my sausages ... good thing we take this training sssoooooo seriously LOL. This boy is lovely, he was very quick to realise that treats are much easier to get than fluffy toys but you do need to keep reminding him and be quick yourself :) If anyone can bring him to our 9am class on Saturday it would really help him out- Debs could handle him and you could stay with your grey too if you like :) Fire does need some work before he's able to be rehomed so please help him .. you can speak to Ruth on 0121 782 7702 or me on 0774 7754759 :) Thank you :) J xx

I WOULD BE HAPPY TO ATTEND TRAINING WITH FIRE HOWEVER I WOULD BE UNABLE TO TRANSPORT HIM THERE AND BACK jUST WONDERED IF ANYONE ATTENDING THE 9 O CLOCK TRAINING SESSION PASSES NEAR TO THE KENNELS AND COULD TAKE HIM TO AND FROM THE SESSION.
I UNDERSTAND HE IS OK WITH OTHER GREYS HE JUST HAS A PROBLEM WITH NON GREYS!
PLEASE LET RUTH KNOW
THANKS

I want to thank Julie for coming over to the kennels yesterday afternoon to help with training for Fire. Fire is a very loving fella but so very keen with anything fluffy :-( He soon learnt that sausages were far nicer than the fluffy toys we were trying to distract him from and he soon was responding to Julie really well. If there is anyone who is willing to take Fire to the training on Saturday morning I would be really grateful. Just give me a call at the kennels. Many thanks, Ruth.

Hey Fire, hope you give Whispas Mummy 'LOADS' of kisses today young man! Now we know your opinionated but there were other ways to tell her you didn't like her adorable fluffy top! When I went in to see you and Rose, you did cover me in cuddles when I went in. Xx

I just wanted to add to everyone elses comments Fire is a lovely lovely dog who needs a sofa of his own !! fingers crossed fire !!

thankyou! I appreciate it :)

It's b26 3qs

hi i didnt no where to post this so will just do it here...
sorry if im being a nuisance but do u no the poostcode of the kennels? my dad mite be bringin me so will need to no it 4 the satnav :P lol. thanks x

I luv u soooooooooooo much!

OK! We have Heskey reserved, now it's your turn Fire!!
C'mon guys and girls, he's gorgeous!

I second that BELLA. I always went to give Fire a stroke and a scratch the few times I came to volunteer before I had to go back to Uni. He really does love the attention and would make a fantastic pet. =)

This boy was sharing a bunk with Rose last week. When I went in to sit with them, he was as much of a softie and fuss pot as she was. A very sweet and gentle lad that would make someone very happy. XX

Ahh he is so cute !!

poor fire we need to get you a home! because you are such a lovely dog!

He needs a home

Come on fire we all know how good you are at the kennels and that you would make an ideal pet! See you on Saturday

hes such a sweetie!

ill giv him a cuddle

aww. thats nice

I walked this lad today and he was a real gent. I must say he looks much nicer in the flesh than on the photo and I love his name. Hope you get to lie in front of a real fire soon matey.

he looks so different in the first picture!

his bright orange colour is very appropriate 4 his name! xxxxx

aww would luv 2 hav him seated at my feet on a cold nite. xxxx

aww hope he gets a red or green sign soon. xxxx

fire is basically fire by name and fire by nature! but we all love him really! xx

looks a beauty. luv the ears and colour. wud luv 2 meet him... xxxx

can't wait to meet this boy on saturday

He is beautiful.....and the Brother of my Sister Pam's lovely hound Stan!!!xx

Wow a stunning lad xxxx