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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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Maggie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Fingers and paws crossed for maggie xxxx
Posted by Jess&Koda on June 25, 2014, 7:38 am | 👍 0 Likes
Maggie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Sending hugs and love to you all. Keeping everything crossed. X
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on June 25, 2014, 6:37 am | 👍 0 Likes
Maggie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Poor maggie! She looked so well last week. Fingers crossed for her x
Posted by Sarahphe on June 25, 2014, 6:07 am | 👍 0 Likes
Maggie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I am beside myself..... Maggie started limping last night and is quite distressed..... I am going to get her in to the vets today..... please please keep your fingers crossed for her......
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 25, 2014, 5:50 am | 👍 0 Likes
Gordon
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Ted, great to hear Gordon is doing so well and you and he are enjoying each other's company. Had to smile when I read your list of things you have got rid of...having Gordon has certainly helped you with your de-cluttering! Hope you will soon be able to get fully involved in the training classes, I am sure he will be a real star. Sad to hear you have had some negative reactions from people regarding Greyhounds...hopefully you and Gordon will help to show what wonderful dogs they are. Thanks so much for the update. Kate Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 24, 2014, 11:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gordon
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I can't believe that Gordon has been with me for two weeks. I thought that I would post an update about how things are going. Gordon has settled in far better than I could have hoped. He has been sleeping downstairs without any problems, and my one next door neighbour says that there has been no problems when I have been at my mother's in Wolverhampton cooking her lunch. Gordon has been using the garden and the path by the river for his toilet, there have been no accidents in the house, and no stressful behaviour caused by separation anxiety. Gordon's digestion is slowly becoming more settled as each day passes. People have suggested that I increase his food because he is a big boy, and he is getting a fair amount of exercise (so am I for that matter!), and I am cautiously doing this, because I don't want to upset his digestion now that it is settling. Today all my garden fencing panels were replaced with new panels which were nailed together in situ. I had warned the workmen that I would be out, and Gordon would be shut in the house. He must have slept though it all, because they say that they would not have known that he was in the house unless I had told them. Gordon is very affectionate, and gets quite excited when I get home. We have been having excellent walks along the river and across the playing fields. Gordon is very good with people, and is not at all worried by the many cyclists we meet on the Rea Valley Cycleway. He is getting more settled meeting other dogs, although very small dogs that are running away from him can excite him. He is very aware of cats that we come across, and I have to watch out for them because if he was off the lead he would probably chase them. Yesterday he spotted two cats sitting inside a house on the window sill, over twenty yards away. He must have very good eyesight. We have been twice to the training at the Maypole, and the second time Gordon was much more settled, and was able to take part in some of the exercises, so I am quite hopeful that we can both enjoy this aspect of his life. I'm still having difficulty getting him into the car, but Margaret has made a suggestion about this that I am following up. One thing that I'm very grateful for is the support given me by Margaret and Sam & Melysa. It makes all the difference knowing that I have people I can turn to for advice. I am continuing the de-cluttering of the house. I regret not having got any further with this before Gordon arrived. In the last week I've got rid of three tables, 50 pieces of china, a stool, an IKEA Billy bookcase unopened, still in it's original box, and a bread bin! There is still a long way to go! One thing that I had not thought through before reserving Gordon was the potential reaction of some of my neighbours. Gordon has been very well behaved when we are out, and has given no cause for offence. Whilst most people have been very positive about Gordon, there have been some less than welcoming reactions. I have done my best to explain about retired greyhounds, and what good pets they make. I hope, in time, that he will win them over. In the mean time Gordon appears to be happily settling in, so he's not worried! I hope to be able to get to some of the organised walks in the future. Well, I hope that I've not bored everyone, I just thought that people might like to hear my experiences! Ted.
Posted by ted3125 on June 24, 2014, 11:23 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alberto
Over the Rainbow Bridge
AL is loving this hot weather in the garden sun bathing not for to long thought. He loves playing with the toys.Him and Sunny love chasing each other and great to watch them his had a great day XXX
Posted by blueangel on June 24, 2014, 10:34 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Rosie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy birthday Rosie! Sounds like you have had a very fun packed day and been spoiled rotten xxx
Posted by Fairy on June 24, 2014, 9:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Milo
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Ahh Milo you look so handsome...Lou Lou sends her love and sniffies..maybe we can give you a proper cuddle at the daybreaks party on Sunday? Xxx
Posted by Carrie&loulou on June 24, 2014, 9:47 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Liam
I’m Homed
Liam I have looking at you for some time and would like to be considered in fostering you after I get back of my hols if you are still there, would that be an option? I have 2 girl greys already so another won't be to much right lol x
Posted by mau&greys on June 24, 2014, 9:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Rosie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy Birthday ROSIE -I bet this birthday is tons better than last year. You are very lucky to have bagged yourself a wonderful home.
Posted by Deb on June 24, 2014, 9:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Milo
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Milo is lovely...poor lad was a little unsure of his new surroundings when he arrived at the kennels; hope he sleeps well. Sending him my cuddle tonight. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 24, 2014, 8:54 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Swift
I’m Homed
Swift is a very pretty little girl. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 24, 2014, 8:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Milo
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Another handsome boy!
Posted by Sarahphe on June 24, 2014, 8:38 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Beth (Bea)
I’m Homed
Bea! Only met you on Sunday afternoon when you arrived, Someone very lucky will enjoy all those kisses you like to give! xx
Posted by Martyn&Karen on June 24, 2014, 8:00 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie Mouse
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Great to hear you had such a wonderful time! X
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on June 24, 2014, 6:53 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Rosie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy Birthday Rosie! X
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on June 24, 2014, 6:52 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Rosie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy bifday from Rolo & Star. It is also Star's 6th birthday today so she will be getting spoilt again tonight. Star is going away for the weekend to have a joint bifday celebration with mum on Sunday. Enjoy your day.
Posted by rolohound on June 24, 2014, 5:01 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Hollie (Goldie)
I’m Homed
We duz bes sendins LUBS snugguls n lots n lots ob kissez toz yous Goldie, dats me nayme tooz *gigguls* Mwah mwah mwah mwah mwah mwah mwah mwah mwah mwah mwah Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by goldi&ruby's-mum on June 24, 2014, 4:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ziggy (Roxy)
I’m Homed
Great news Roxy, sorry, Ziggy!! Have a lovely life in your new forever home. xx
Posted by DelphysMum on June 24, 2014, 2:34 pm | 👍 0 Likes