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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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2019 Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
I started this morning with a loving head butt from Sully! He is such a happy boy boy but I saw stars and if you see me with a black eye... I haven’t been fighting!!! A blitz of the kennels out the back which usually holds all our bedding etc meant we could accommodate little Stella and grateful thanks to Angie wielding the paint roller. Earlier she had sloshed some disinfectant down her cleavage so she has been having fun!!!! I’ve been feeling particularly rotten this week and tonight I’ve been diagnosed with shingles so I will be keeping a low profile until I’m a bit better:-(((
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on May 11, 2018, 10:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Petal
I’m Homed
Lovely photo of Petal in the sand run. She is a very happy sweet girl. She and fellow kennel mate, Petal Bloom get on so well together. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on May 11, 2018, 10:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So very very sorry for your loss. Such a terrible disease, I know I lost one of my boys last year. Don't we just love their characters stubborn or otherwise, all so very different. Alfie, run free, run fast, meet with all of our hounds who have crossed the bridge and let them know we think of them every day, and I am sure you will be looking down on those who loved you so very much. God speed beautiful Angel. Xxxx
Posted by stevie,sarah,willow&Max'smum on May 11, 2018, 9:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ashley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
We took Ashley with us to the kennels to wait for us while we walked some of the dogs yesterday. Whilst he travels well in the car, which is now a mobile dog bed, he wasn't desperately excited to be put in the run, but he did have a nice sniff with his ex kennel mate - the super Susie. He is super with us, fairly good with fellow grey Charlie who he has met three times doesn't seem bothered by other breed dogs, he he happy for me to groom him, clean his teeth, he isn't bothered when I sit on the floor close to him when he's eating, so why does he growl at my lovely dog loving daughter when she is at my house but lays with his head on her lap when in the garden at her house??? Any ideas to nip this in the bud would be greatly welcomed.
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 11, 2018, 9:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I am so very sad to hear you have lost Alfie. He was one of the loveliest Greyhounds I have had the pleasure to meet and so very handsome. Thinking of you all, God Bless your best friend. Kate Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on May 11, 2018, 9:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Susie
I’m Homed
I walked the wonderfully pretty Susie yesterday. She is super friendly, walks well on the lead and makes me smile seeing her laying totally relaxed pressed up against the kitchen run with assorted bits of her sticking through the bars!!!! Not very ladylike but very endearing xxxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 11, 2018, 9:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Rory
I’m Homed
I like Rory, he is energetic, doesn't like to be overlooked insisting he gets his fair share of strokes. he loves his walks xx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 11, 2018, 9:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Sunny (Sully)
I’m Homed
Met Sully yesterday and he is yet another gorgeous big friendly lad. This latest three amigos are lovely
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 11, 2018, 8:56 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Kuro (Brandy)
I’m Homed
Met Brandy yesterday.He came over with a very waggy tail and seems to be a friendly big boy. xxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 11, 2018, 8:53 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Stella
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Oh my goodness she looks gorgeous. Looking forward to meeting her xxxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 11, 2018, 8:51 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Nick
I’m Homed
I walked this beautiful big strong lad yesterday. He is friendly, quite strong on the lead but I think that is because the outside world is new for him. He stopped and looked very interested in a plastic bag blowing in the distance but was completely not bothered by a flapping bird almost above his head!. I think he is going to develop into a real character. xx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on May 11, 2018, 8:48 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I have only just been able to bring myself to let you know that we lost our best buddy and friend a couple of weeks ago, he was suffering from bone cancer and deteriorated very rapidly. He was the most handsome and laid back boy, always wanting to please you, enjoyed his walks and showed off when he met other dogs whether large or small, especially with the girls. He was a great character, a little stubborn when he wanted to be but we loved him dearly as he gave us lots of laughter, smiles and love. We have some great memories but things are certainly very different here. We miss him immensely. Run free handsome boy, you are now free from all the pain. Xxx
Posted by alfieboy on May 11, 2018, 8:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Winny
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Well done Winny!
Posted by CuteBarneyGumbleS on May 11, 2018, 6:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
2019 Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Another quiet Friday at Daybreaks! No volunteers meant no walkies again today, but this, together with some much cooler weather, meant the boys and girls could have a romp around in the sand run! Some, especially the new boys, just appreciated the chance to mooch around off lead and have a good old sniff at everything. Others took great delight in racing around like loons, playing with the toys and having a high old time. My current favourites Rory and Susie had such fun playing together, but were as good as gold when called when play time was over. It was so funny to see Rory trying to stay awake back in his kennel, his head kept nodding! Bless him he is such a character and the delightful Susie is so sweet -although she does like to sleep squashed up against the kennel door with her back legs in the air and her front legs thrust underneath the bars!! We had a viewing this morning which resulted in the cute little Winny being reserved. Ruby Rebel paid us a visit this morning too, his Mum says he has settled so well and is being just perfect - he looks great. Huge thanks to Jess for taking "the boys" (Roy & Saddle) out to the park this morning as part of their ongoing socialisation training. They also enjoyed a play in the sand run this afternoon - but we still can't wear them out!! We have been blitzing out the back again, and I have been wielding a paint roller on the walls!! Not such a good idea as I think there is more paint on me and my t-shirt than on the walls!! You see - you need to be very flexible to work at Daybreaks!!! This afternoon saw the arrival of sweet little Stella, who was picked up as a stray. She was understandably a little stressed on arrival but tucked into her supper of Burns and sardines and polished it all off. Many thanks for the very kind donation of tinned fish received today, our boys and girls will certainly enjoy those in the weeks to come. I just cant believe how quickly the time is flying by - another weekend is upon us so lets keep fingers crossed that some more of our lovely boys and girls will soon be on their very own forever sofas. I think a glass of wine is called for now! Enjoy your weekend one and all. Angie xx
Posted by Shanesmum on May 11, 2018, 6:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Annie
I’m Homed
It is so great to see that Annie is reserved. Wonderful news!
Posted by NatC on May 11, 2018, 5:00 pm | 👍 0 Likes
2019 Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
There is a vacancy for Assistant Manager at Daybreaks Kennels We are looking for a friendly person to join our team. The position, which can be physically and emotionally challenging, is for 3 days a week on a variable rota which would include weekends and bank holidays. Applicants must be able to drive, be involved with basic training and management of students and able to assist our volunteers with special needs. A good knowledge of greyhounds and their needs is preferable. For more information please contact Ruth on 077606 17287 To be considered for this position, please forward your CV for the attention of Pam Dewar c/o Daybreaks Kennels by 25th May 2018
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on May 11, 2018, 4:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
2019 Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
I have created Daybreaks Daily Diary as a dog so please don't think you can adopt this one! The photo is of Tara, my first greyhound when she was at the Dogs Home. The date of birth is actually the date we opened Daybreaks 🙂 This means we can add comments as well as photos - I hope you think this is a good idea!!!!
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on May 11, 2018, 4:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finlay (Tony)
I’m Homed
A cuddle for Tony and his lovely foster family tonight. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on May 10, 2018, 11:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finlay (Tony)
I’m Homed
Love your words loveheart and i always say the same 'why do I keep having these animals when their departure leaves me broken hearted?' But then you think of all the joy and love they bring while you have them and the heartache is worth it! As previously said, jet is my first dog but already can't and don't want to imagine life work out him! I'm also cat mad and keep rehoming the mankiest, oldest things I can find which eventually do cause the heartache but are wonderful while we have them xxx
Posted by jetlucy on May 10, 2018, 9:17 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Bunny
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I am so sorry, God bless you and God bless Bunny, love from Carol xx
Posted by bluespriest on May 10, 2018, 7:50 pm | 👍 0 Likes