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Welcome to the Comments Page! Here, you’ll find a chronological collection of all the comments shared by our community about the greyhounds looking for their forever homes, our events, and other updates. It’s a wonderful space to see what others are saying, share your thoughts, and be part of the conversation as we work together to find loving families for these amazing dogs.
This page also highlights the incredible efforts of our dedicated volunteers, whose love and commitment make everything we do possible. From caring for the dogs to organizing events and fostering a supportive community, our volunteers are at the heart of Daybreaks. Their passion and hard work ensure that every greyhound receives the attention, care, and second chance they deserve.
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Marty
I’m Homed
Such a sweet grey face and so many races he deserves a forever home so much. Wish I could foster him for a while but Tony too much of a foodie at the moment to have another bowl within sniffing distance !!!
Posted by loveheart on May 13, 2018, 9:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Missy (Petal Bloom)
I’m Homed
Great news for PB. She is so tiny for a grey and loves a good bit of fuss. I’m sure that she will bring much joy to her new home.
Posted by Jembob on May 13, 2018, 8:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Noodle (Nancy)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Have a happy retirement beautiful girl xxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 13, 2018, 7:29 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Missy (Petal Bloom)
I’m Homed
So pleased for this pretty young lady. good luck to her and her family xxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 13, 2018, 7:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Noodle (Nancy)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Lots of happiness sweetheart - love your new name! xx
Posted by helenanddave on May 13, 2018, 6:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Missy (Petal Bloom)
I’m Homed
Lovely news Petal Bloom - lots of happiness in your new home. xx
Posted by helenanddave on May 13, 2018, 6:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finlay (Tony)
I’m Homed
Well Tony has been making very good progress, transitioning from kennel mate to pet. It must be soooooooo hard for them .Even given how much love and attention the hounds receive from Ruth and her wonderful volunteers when they arrive at Daybreaks. He is now recognizing there is a routine and rules to be followed in the "food givers" house if he wants to be told he is a good boy. He has decided that is what I am, the God of food. However he knows now when he has had his food he has to get on his bed and chill for a while and that he doesn't have to constantly wander around looking for it. Before we go to bed he has a wee, a sausage with his older sister on his bed and then accepts the lights will go off and he goes to sleep after setting his alarm for around 7.30am. Better than a human baby for sleeping.! It is easier to foster I think if you have another Grey as they do learn from them and he actually gave his sister a waggy tail and a kiss yesterday, and pays her a little respect (except for food and we are working on that LOL) Come on, someone give Marty a chance to experience a new life so that he can find his forever home easier after fostering. P.S. Hope Ruth is soon feeling better. X
Posted by loveheart on May 13, 2018, 6:41 pm | 👍 0 Likes
2019 Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Well today was very mixed.... I was greated with happy waggy tails by Rory and Susie who were so happy. Andy and myself cleaned kennels slightly earlier than normal, leaving Ruth to her much needed rest... She is in so much pain.... This meant we were half done by the time our younger volunteers arrived... All dogs enjoyed morning walkies, with Susie taking up her normal position of legs in the air, on her back in the run.. She is so comical... Then the day went quite quiet for a while, with only a few people using the run, buying food etc... Which meant we could give all the boys and girls some grooming.. The afternoon saw the unexpected homing of Petal Bloom, she was so happy to go home... Then it was Noodle turn... Aka Nancy who's human parents decided to pick her up early... Yay... Two girls now happily in forever homes.... The afternoon also saw Saddle go off to the park for some more training... Thanks Elizabeth x Thanks to everyone's help today.... We all hope Ruth gets well soon. X
Posted by Lewisfuggie on May 13, 2018, 5:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saddle
I’m Homed
Saddle was in Elmdon Park for about an hour this afternoon. Like others have said, he is certainly more reactive to small dogs than big ones. He didn't seem bothered by the latter at all. The anticipation of getting to a smaller dog is high but once he is there and has greeted them (albeit in an over excited way), he then just stands there looking round. I had the impression that once he'd met the dog he was so desperate to get to, he was ready to move into the next new thing. He really was on high alert the entire time although I would say that he did relax a bit more as the walked went on. Whilst he may find the real world a little overwhelming at the moment, I think lots of trips to the park will help desensitize him. On another note, he travelled well in the car and was happy jumping in/ out. He's a very handsome boy too! XX
Posted by Liz_beth on May 13, 2018, 5:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Noodle (Nancy)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Be happy gorgeous girl, love your new name xxxx
Posted by shanishoo on May 13, 2018, 4:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ashley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Thankyou all so much for your hints and tips. My daughter came today without the lovely Charlie so that we could concentrate on Ashley. We were in the garden when she arrived and as soon as she sat down he got up and went inside - no aggression just didn't want her anyway near him- Having coaxed him out with a treat he approached her for a treat (or several). We all went into the house and she gave him his breakfast. He then went to his bed for a bit of a snooze. She and I were both in the room with him - no problem. Later she put his lead and muzzle on him and took him for a walk - no problem. She was giving him constant reaasurance but no more treats!!!. Walk over and back indoors she dried his pawa unmuzzled and took his lead off. He went to bed and she sat on the chair nearest his bed, he wasn't bothered. I stroked him in his bed and then my daughter sat on the floor and stroked him all the time talking to him calmly and THEN he was so relaxed he gave her his paw for more strokes!!!!! I am so very pleased for them both. If she has time she will come over with Charlie on Wednesday to see if that alters the dynamics. He was amazing (and so was she) he even went to her when she called him. Once again thankyou all for your interest and help xxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 13, 2018, 4:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Missy (Petal Bloom)
I’m Homed
This is just great news my pretty, be so very happy in your new home - and have fun! xx
Posted by Shanesmum on May 13, 2018, 4:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Noodle (Nancy)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Ah, all the best to you in your new life my gorgeous girlie. Have fun, be happy and be good - I'll miss all those lovely kisses. xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on May 13, 2018, 4:04 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Florence (Westy)
I’m Homed
Oh Florence, did you bag Bagpuss?
Posted by Rubydog on May 13, 2018, 2:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saddle
I’m Homed
Saddle has gone out over the park with Elizabeth this afternoon for further training. x
Posted by Lewisfuggie on May 13, 2018, 2:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Missy (Petal Bloom)
I’m Homed
Result!!!!! So happy to finally see this gorgeous girl has bagged herself a new home, be happy sweetheart xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on May 13, 2018, 2:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ashley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
i had passed a message onto Ruth to give you a call. x
Posted by Lewisfuggie on May 13, 2018, 2:01 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Missy (Petal Bloom)
I’m Homed
Aww petal well done enjoy your new home!
Posted by CuteBarneyGumbleS on May 13, 2018, 1:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ashley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Please have a word with Ruth about your problem or Kate
Posted by PamD on May 13, 2018, 1:39 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ashley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I am no expert either about my own behavior let alone dogs but, as you say Ashley is super with you, and he has just found his mommy, maybe he see's your daughter as a threat to his keeping his new "mommy" to himself, hopefully if you "fuss" them both when you meet up on his territory he will realise everyone gets a fuss of you .LOL
Posted by loveheart on May 13, 2018, 1:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes