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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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Domino
I’m Homed
We tried Domino with the cats today, sadly she was extremely reactive and was not happy around them at all. She is only a youngster, and is lively and full of life and is a very pretty girl. x
Posted by Shanesmum on October 3, 2014, 5:56 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saffy (Sophie)
I’m Homed
The lovely Sophie came for a visit after her trip to the Willows today - it was lovely to see this beautiful girl and have a cuddle. x
Posted by Shanesmum on October 3, 2014, 5:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saffy (Sophie)
I’m Homed
Sophie sorry to read you have a problem and you were so good at the Kingsbury Walk. Take care and I know Beryl will look after you. Love Sylv, John and The New Icemaid Clan xxxxxx
Posted by susy on October 3, 2014, 2:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Milly (Jinny)
I’m Homed
Jinny your sofa has arrived, don't we wish it for all at Daybreaks but the others time is near. Love The New Icemaid Clan xxxx
Posted by susy on October 3, 2014, 2:00 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saffy (Sophie)
I’m Homed
Hi. Hoping all goes well for Sophie. Dave and I usually do the Wednesday morning kennel walk with Paul and I an so usually get updates but am on hols at moment. Tell Paul sorry we'renot around to help with walks - looks like there are lots of houndies in at the moment! Xx
Posted by helenanddave on October 3, 2014, 1:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Blue
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy belated birthday for Wednesday Blue. Hope you had a lovely day with loads of cuddles and treats. Mand, Gent & Emily xxx
Posted by Mand&GorgeousGeorge on October 3, 2014, 1:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Belle
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I totally agree, a rubbish day at work is soon forgotten if you steal a big Greyhound hug when you get home! Mand x
Posted by Mand&GorgeousGeorge on October 3, 2014, 12:47 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Judy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Jill and Paul, so sorry to hear the sad news about Judy. Sending big hugs from us. Mand, Stefano, Gent & Emily xxxxx
Posted by Mand&GorgeousGeorge on October 3, 2014, 12:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Emily (aka Nina)
I’m Homed
Thanks for forwarding my message, you're a gem! The boots showing on Amazon are from the company we usually get them from, but directly, so I'm assuming they will be the new stock. Thought someone might have a spare boot knocking around at the back of a cupboard somewhere (thanks SamA, Emily is a definite T/D size boot, but I'm very grateful that you checked), but it sounds like my little girl has teeny tiny feet!!!! I'll be on the cake stall at the show in October, so if anyone is able to help, Emily and I would love to hear from you. Mand x
Posted by Mand&GorgeousGeorge on October 3, 2014, 12:41 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Trevor (Bobby)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Thankyou for your comments, I guessed as much with the retractable lead thing, I didn't know weather the views of Greyhound owners had changed. Clearly not which is good to know. I going to try and find a secure field! Thanks Graeme
Posted by graeme001 on October 3, 2014, 9:47 am | 👍 0 Likes
Saffy (Sophie)
I’m Homed
Thinking of Sophie today. Hope all goes well at the Willows xx
Posted by LindaPaul on October 3, 2014, 9:43 am | 👍 0 Likes
Trevor (Bobby)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Graeme like DuleekDandy has suggested,we use a long training lead with a harness to allow some more freedom for our 2 girls. I personally wouldn't ever use a long lead/line retractable or otherwise with a collar - the risk is too great. Using the top harness point and training line, you can then practice your recall quite easily. They don't really get tangled up this way (unless you have a spinner like one of our 2 and we can see the spins coming now and take action!).The training lines are easy to come by and come in various lengths with a clip on one end and a hand loop at the other. Horse lunge lines are OK and we have used these also, but the clips tend to be quite heavy. Good luck 🙂 x
Posted by LindaPaul on October 3, 2014, 9:01 am | 👍 0 Likes
Belle
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Its coming up to Belle's 2nd 'Gotcha' anniversary and also her birthday. Time goes by so quickly, Belle has come such a long way in this time. We are off to Devon next weekend, can't wait and really looking forward to the break with my lovely dogs who are helping me through a very difficult time, never underestimate the healing power of a dog. Bess & Belle I love you more than ever xxxx
Posted by Bess&Reene'smum on October 2, 2014, 11:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Trevor (Bobby)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Graeme, so pleased he is doing so well! Retractable leads are not really a good idea with a collar as the Greys can reach such high speeds in seconds & could potentially break their necks if they do take off for any reason. I have heard some people say that they use them with a harness. Other people say retractables are just dangerous - full stop....they can cause injuries to legs - yours or the dogs or get caught up in things. Maybe a long training lead with a harness if anything. How about trying to find a secure field you could use? (Some people use tennis courts) Hope that helps a bit. x
Posted by DuleekDandy on October 2, 2014, 11:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
A beautiful boy inside and out xxx
Posted by blueangel on October 2, 2014, 10:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Domino
I’m Homed
What a little sweetheart xxx
Posted by blueangel on October 2, 2014, 10:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Major
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Major you are a darling boy nibbles you thought the kennel xxx
Posted by blueangel on October 2, 2014, 10:42 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Trevor (Bobby)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Graeme, so pleased to hear Trevor is doing so well. Personally I would never use a retractable lead on a Greyhound. They can reach speeds of up to 40mph in just a few seconds and could suffer serious neck injury if they reach the end of the extending lead at top speed. Also if you let go of the lead a Greyhound with an extending lead attached could get caught in anything or end up entangled in the lead. If you have a local enclosed field, basket ball court or tennis court you could use these to practise recall. The training sessions all help with recall too. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on October 2, 2014, 10:33 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saffy (Sophie)
I’m Homed
Hope all goes well for Sophie on Friday. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on October 2, 2014, 9:53 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
I’m Homed
Happy Birthday Jack....sure you have had a lovely day! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on October 2, 2014, 9:51 pm | 👍 0 Likes