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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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Tessie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
it. been a week since we lost Tess and today we received a lovely card from our vet and staff with a packet of Forget me Not seeds to plant. We have a small place in our garden that has our garden ornaments (all dogs) in so we will plant them there. Thanks to all for the comments left here and on FB, so many beautiful hounds have left recently which is sad.
Posted by MomofTess on April 2, 2022, 3:29 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Sarah
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I cannot believe it has been a year since we said farewell to Sarah Scare Bear. Never a day goes by when we don't think about her. I am sure she is standing there waiting to greet all of our beloved hounds and show them how to be young and pain free again. Xx
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on April 2, 2022, 3:13 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
It's been a terribly sad few weeks hearing heartbreaking news about so many of our very special hounds that have crossed the Rainbow bridge. How many of us have said 'that's it, no more'? But, when we are ready we go and do it all over again! We never replace a hound, we merely open our homes and our hearts to another deserving hound. We do this despite the fact we know we will have to at some point have to say goodbye to them too and see them over the bridge. Someone once said 'it's better to have loved and lost than never loved at all'. We give them the best home and retirement, our unconditional love as they do to us, a nice bed/sofa and plenty of lovely food and treats. I firmly believe that once this breed gets under your skin it is implanted for life. Please, despite how painful it can feel at the moment, do not discount homing another regal greyhound, they will reward you with so much love and gratitude. Jo x
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on April 2, 2022, 3:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Barney
I’m Homed
Happy birthday Barney, hope you have a fabulous day, you are a very oucky boy xxxx
Posted by shanishoo on April 2, 2022, 1:48 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alex
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Oh Akex, I'm so sorry that you are feeling poorly, I hope you start to feel better soon x
Posted by shanishoo on April 2, 2022, 1:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Timmy
I’m Homed
I got a call last Tuesday if I could take in a highly stressed young boy. Not happy in the kennels, chewing bars etc. After a chat with the big boss, I agreed to have him. I took Caesar and Barney to see if they get on. In the run it was a bit of fun and games, but after a chat I still took him home. On the way home, he produced lots of smelly farts, which continued in the evening. We let him settle in the home and this all went well. The next day the farting almost disappeared. He is a loving and exuberant young boy. Always pleased to see people. What I have noticed that he is happy and playful in the house. However, he is a bit scared of the world out there. He is constantly air scenting, he can cower when a car door shuts, he scared of automatic doors or loud noises, such as wheely bins or trolleys. He was even scared of bags the caught the wind. This is not a problem when correctly managed with positive re-enforcement and being calm and patient with him. I also done a owner absent related behaviour observation. This has shown that he is fine when he is with other dogs, simply settles and you don’t hear him. When I walk my boys separately, and he is home alone or even with my wife there he will whimper and bark. This suggests to me that he probably be happier with on or more other dogs. If alone he needs to be taught to be happy on his own. Which takes lots of patients and time. During the walk he is chaotic, which can be expected given his nervousness outside. This is easily managed through lead control. He is not cat friendly or at this stage used to different breeds. I have walked him using treats and sat down at certain points so he can get used to the sights, smells and sounds of traffic with continuous positive re-enforcement. He has been to Dobbie’s and today we will go to a forest. All this to aid his positive experiences. We have a 5-year-old daughter. She has had dogs around her since she was born. We have taught her how to be around dogs, what to do and not to do. Timmy is fine with her, when my daughter gets over excited or makes noises that catches Timmy’s attention, I will need to tell her to calm it down. Dog interaction with baby’s, toddlers and children must always be supervised. A dog who is fine to changing to a dog not being fine with a situation takes only a fraction of a second. Timmy is a very affectionate dog; he has calmed down so much already in a short space of time. He greets you with a happy face. In the morning I am woken up by his tongue, when he gets overexcited, he can nibble your hand or nose. He is a lovely young boy to have around likes to play with fluffy toys. Sorry for the essay I hope it helps.
Posted by cloggyerik on April 2, 2022, 9:47 am | 👍 0 Likes
Cadbury
I’m Homed
So sad to hear about Mr Cadbury.... I loved seeing him most weeks on his daily walks. I was lucky enough to be one of his people. Go run run free with Sara xx
Posted by Jess&Koda on April 2, 2022, 9:35 am | 👍 0 Likes
Millie (Annabelle)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So sorry to hear this, thinking of you lots xx
Posted by Jess&Koda on April 2, 2022, 9:33 am | 👍 0 Likes
Barney
I’m Homed
Yesterday Caesar today it is Barney's birthday. What a year you had behind you. Very unhappy, very vocal and unsettled in the kennels. You came to us as a foster, but after 6 months of hard marketing, no one was interested. We have been lucky to take you in our home. You also been helping Caesar during his treatment had many adventures out and about. Helped us cope with the loss of Charlotte. You are such a character HAPPY BIRTHDAY BARNEY!!!
Posted by cloggyerik on April 2, 2022, 8:34 am | 👍 0 Likes
Millie (Annabelle)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I am so very saddened to hear this news x
Posted by BertSkipSamNadieMum on April 1, 2022, 9:37 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Another beautiful Greyhound at Rainbow Bridge. Xxx Dear Sandra and Martin, so sad to hear you have lost your lovely Alfie. Thinking of you all and sending lots of love. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on April 1, 2022, 9:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Caesar
I’m a Sponsor Dog
Happy birthday caesar! So lovely you've been able to celebrate your birthday with your lovely family and here's to many more to come xxx
Posted by jetlucy on April 1, 2022, 9:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gracie (Chloe)
I’m Homed
Happy birthday clocky, hope you've had a lovely day xxx
Posted by jetlucy on April 1, 2022, 9:13 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So many to cry over at the moment. Keeping you too in our thoughts and prayers. Xxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on April 1, 2022, 9:03 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Cadbury
I’m Homed
Such sad news. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Xxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on April 1, 2022, 9:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alex
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Alex has been poorly since his castrate and today he was admitted to the vets to go on a drip and run blood tests. I collected him and brought him home and he has just eaten some boiled chicken and rice and made himself at home. Curled up on a pile of duvets. I love him so much x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on April 1, 2022, 9:01 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Molly
I’m Homed
Molly has been stopping at our house since her op on Tuesday. She has been an absolutely amazing house guest and I’m already missing her. X
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on April 1, 2022, 8:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
I’m Homed
So so sorry, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Xxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on April 1, 2022, 8:58 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Millie (Annabelle)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Another precious baby has crossed the Bridge. They are lent to us and every day is precious. Richard and Shirley, I send you all my love and thank you for giving her such a wonderful retirement…. Lots of holidays and love…. Such a lucky girl. She’ll always be in your hearts xxx
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on April 1, 2022, 8:56 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Yet more sad news…. Handsome Alfie had become poorly and he crossed the bridge peacefully. Much love to Sandra and Martin for giving him a wonderful retirement. Sleep tight baby x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on April 1, 2022, 8:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes