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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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Buddy (Bugsy)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Bugsy you are such a handsome looking boy. I wish all good things for you. Your eyes have a wistfull look. A cuddle and my love to you X
Posted by Babesmum on January 23, 2014, 12:06 am | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
Sending healing and calming vibes and love to Basil and all poorly hounds and worried owners. The Dog Star is bright tonight X
Posted by Babesmum on January 22, 2014, 11:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Louis (Fun)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Ooh Clare, that's fantastic for you both! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 22, 2014, 10:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Louis (Fun)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I'm very excited. We have had an email today to say Louis and I have been accepted for the Kennels Clubs Good Citizen Dog Scheme Bronze Factor Challenge at Crufts 2014. It just rolls off the tongue ;-). We will be there on the Sunday. If we pass or if we get 'there is work required' we are very excited at the opportunity to be a part of crufts. I'm sure Louis with his new found celebrity status will be hanging around the Perry Barr RGT stand in his down time signing autographs and promoting to passersby why this beautiful breed make such amazing pets.
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on January 22, 2014, 10:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Boo
I’m Homed
Ruth do you think Boo would benefit from being in a foster home for a week or two ?
Posted by sarah on January 22, 2014, 9:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Delphy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Delphy you look such a sweetie.
Posted by Caro on January 22, 2014, 9:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Belle
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Winniethepooh - I am happy to receive donations for Belle in any way at all!!!! Whatever is easier and every donation is so very much appreciated - thank you so much x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on January 22, 2014, 9:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Breeze (Rita)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Breeze was home with out Archive yesterday (he was at the vets for a castrate). She was v timid out on her walks,with out him in the house she was v jumpy with things like the phone, washing machine etc all things she was fine with until then. At one time it looked like Archive would have to stay over night, He got home at 8pm Breeze hasnt been far from him today!! But i feel she is better as part of a pair she is much braver when there is a bigger dog to hide behind. You did the right thing Sue. Xxx
Posted by NMD07 on January 22, 2014, 7:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
Thinking of you Basil and sending you my cuddle. Xxx
Posted by Dingo'sMom on January 22, 2014, 7:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Dodger (Cooper)
I’m Homed
Our boy Archive has been doing the same thing to poor Breeze.... at least i know am not the only person in the world wandering around with a torch!! the look on her face she would have rung Auntie Ruth to come get her. Last straw was Fri had washed all their bed covers and blankets steamed all the beds and pillows, they went out Breeze come running back in rolled on her back on the bed, (her prefered way to have her feet dryed nd the mud removed) And you guessed it !!! Archive went to the vets yesterday!! Hoping that will help in the long run, in the mean time will b thinking of you 2slimdogs.Xxx
Posted by NMD07 on January 22, 2014, 6:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Belle
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hello Ruth How do you want donations sent to you, by phone or Just Giving etc.
Posted by Winniethepooh on January 22, 2014, 5:42 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Belle
Over the Rainbow Bridge
WOW!!! £50 donated towards Belle's transport in just one day! Thank you so much xxxx
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on January 22, 2014, 5:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Crofty is so chilaxed and doing so well. He is starting to loose his kennel coat and he's got a lovely sheen to his coat. He loves to conserve energy and only moves if it's worth his while. I walk and sit around the house fully tooled up with mobile phone & tv controls tucked down my bra just in case I forget for a second and he chews them again.
Posted by Cloud on January 22, 2014, 3:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
Sending hugs to you both and we are keeping everything crossed the medication makes a difference. X
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on January 22, 2014, 12:58 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
Sending a cuddle to Basil, and keeping everything crossed that he can tolerate the medication. Again like Julie, Paul & I only have experience of Cushings in horses, as our oldie (a ridiculous 33 this year - Paul's owned her since she was 5!!) has it and has been on traditional meds (as mentioned by Julie) for around 3 years now. The meds - a daily pill - control her symptoms in the main which is great, and am really hoping you can get into a similar situation with Basil. xxxx
Posted by LindaPaul on January 22, 2014, 11:49 am | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
Sending lots of love to Basil. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 22, 2014, 10:03 am | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
My rescue pony has Cushings and its very common in horses/ponies and seems to be more so in dogs over the last few years. I think it's a tumour on the Pituitary Gland in the brain, the Gland normally regulates body temperature, coat changing etc so when horses have Cushings the body signals don't happen so you usually see a long coat with wavy, greasy hair, the coat isn't shed when Spring comes, increased thirst and they are prone to Laminitis and not all get all the symptoms. My pony was diagnosed two years ago, he's a companion so stays in the field (eating 🙁 ) so I have to be careful of his weight cos the rich grass can increase his tendency to Laminitis but that's normal with ponies anyway. My homeopathic vet has been treating him since he was diagnosed and using homeopathic remedies he does lose his coat, doesn't drink excessively and (touch wood) has only had one brief bout of laminitis but was escaping into the lush grass by limbo-ing under the fence 🙁 so probably would have got it anyway 🙁 He is very bright in himself (not ill) and comes looking for his remedies/tablets, there are some very good medicines for Cushings .. Pergolide from Australia is one so the vet should be able to help Basil tho if he has poorly kidneys maybe see what Chris has to offer? Big hugs for my favourite stripey boy 🙂 Julie xx
Posted by tiggersslave on January 22, 2014, 7:40 am | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
Poor Basil. Lets hope the medication helps. Basil gets my cuddle today. X. And one for you Ruth too. X.
Posted by muddypaws on January 22, 2014, 7:33 am | 👍 0 Likes
Basil
I’m Homed
Basil's final blood results have confirmed he has Cushings Disease. If I understand it right... this is a condition where the body over produces steroids which causes the skin to break down with infections, the skin becomes thin and papery, loss of fur, bloating, increased drinking and appetite amongst other things (all of which Basil has which is why we took him to the vets). Unfortunately the medication needed to treat this is not good with a dog with bad kidneys which was found on Basil's scan and tests. He is therefore being started on a low dose and will have more tests in 2 weeks time to see how he is doing. My poor boy x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on January 22, 2014, 5:10 am | 👍 0 Likes
Belle
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Who would like to help Belle buy her ticket to start her new life? I have had the offer of transport for her to go to France next week but I hope to raise the money to cover the costs of her travel. If you would like to make a donation please give me a call..... Ruth - 0121 782 7702 xx
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on January 22, 2014, 5:07 am | 👍 0 Likes