Welcome to Daybreaks Talk
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.
Latest News
Daybreaks Trust
50/50 Club July results
Daybreaks Trust
We’re Back on Wednesdays!
Daybreaks Trust
50/50 Club June results
Daybreaks Trust
50/50 Club May results
Daybreaks Trust
50/50 Club April results
Daybreaks Trust
New suggested donations
Daybreaks Trust
50/50 Club March results
Daybreaks Trust
50/50 Club February results
Daybreaks Trust
Pet Dental Health Month
Daybreaks Trust
Isla
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Love the Photo. Xxx
Posted by NMD07 on January 18, 2014, 7:14 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Freckles
I’m Homed
fabulous! xxx
Posted by blueangel on January 18, 2014, 6:27 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Fatharry so funny:) my 26 year old son is so taken with my dog I have had two visits in two consecutive days and he is coming back tomorrow afternoon to walk him. Just when I thought I would be discovered half eaten by cats and Alsatians having had 3 sons and no daughters can't seem to get rid of him. Mental note always ensure I've a Greyhound as an insurance policy.
Posted by Cloud on January 18, 2014, 5:47 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Boo
I’m Homed
The change in Boo is incredible. She is still a little wary of strangers, I feel sure that her barking is a bit of a defensive mechanism because out of the kennel with those she knows she is a treasure. She is so playful now - between her and the lovely Sam "helping" make their beds yesterday, it took twice as long as it should have done but was so much fun! She came running out of the back kennel with her toy to greet us in the morning too - she will be a fantastic addition to someone's family, she just needs the security to learn to trust and she won't look back. Fingers crossed for you sweetheart. xxxx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:43 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lady
I’m Homed
Lady has such a regal air about her, she really is very pretty and such a calm and friendly girl. She takes a bit of coaxing back into her kennel when she's been out, so I really hope her own forever sofa comes along very soon. Cuddles lovely lady. xxxx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:36 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jasmine (Jinks)
I’m Homed
Jinks is a very pretty, friendly girl who is a delight to walk. Hoping her forever sofa comes along very soon. xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:33 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Cain (Sam)
I’m Homed
Sam is absolutely adorable. Such a friendly boy, who loves a fuss and has a very playful side - decided he would like to help me with the blankets when I was trying to make his bed!! He is fascinated by everything around him, loves to have a look to see what you've got, and is very good with other breeds - he was happily sharing the beds in the kitchen with Sara's 2 boys yesterday with absolutely no trouble whatsoever. He is going to be a fabulous addition to somebody's family. Cuddles to a lovely boy. xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gazza
I’m Homed
Gazza is such a beautiful big, black boy but such a gentleman. He was very promising with the cats too, a real gentle giant. Welcome lovely boy. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:27 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Delphy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
This little girl is dainty and so pretty, what a sweetie. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:23 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Al
I’m Homed
Al is the most gorgeous, big boy with such a lovely long face. x
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Freckles
I’m Homed
Well done Freckles! Such a beautiful little girl, have a lovely new life sweetheart. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 18, 2014, 5:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Don't, worry about being seen with your 'handbag' carry it as a badge of honour as it shows you can be bothered to clean up after your dog. P.S . after time you become immune ,you have to .
Posted by Braveboy on January 18, 2014, 5:19 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Cloud,its good to read your comments about crofty and how he is getting on,it reminds you of how a greyhound can seem to alter your life especially to start with.It will get easier,as he gets to learn the boundaries that you set him.It sounds like you are on the right track with the 3am alarm clock,by not responding to him straight away,its funny our blue will sometimes bark,and if maria gets up to her she will try the next night too! But if I get up, she gets told to shut up and she gets back into her bed and the sequence is broken,or it just might be the sight of me in my underpants is enough to send anyone scurrying back to bed to hide!They are very crafty and you have to outthink them if you can! Poos I agree are not the more glamourous side of greyhound owning but when we switched to burns they became smaller and firmer and easy to pick up,which means Mand you can have a smaller alternative 'handbag' not that I could possibly admit to having one of those,so you are on your own with that one! Mand have you seen Paul's piece of equipment!......its like an insulated drinks container with a zip,that clips on his belt,and is a very handy poo smuggler I was well impressed!
Posted by fatharry on January 18, 2014, 1:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
My new mobile phone is Coming on Tuesday so perhaps I should wear this one around my neck. Last night surpassed all my expectations. Crofty spent all night downstairs on his bed and I didn't hear any whining or barking. Still 100% house clean. He gave me the most enthusiastic welcome this morning. He doesn't follow me now every time I go upstairs. I feel like we have been together for ages and not just a couple of days. He couldn't be any better behaved or less trouble if he was stuffed. He even doubles up as a draft excluder. His bed is close to the radiator and I think it is too warm with his kennel coat so sometimes he lies by the door connecting the kitchen to the living room. This also curbs my visits to the kitchen (and calorie intake) as I don't like to keep disturbing him. Perhaps I will soon start to look like my skinny dog?
Posted by Cloud on January 18, 2014, 11:25 am | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Yep, that's something else we find too ....no-one comes to visit 'us' anymore, its Emily and Gent they want to see. As for the poo, you'll get used to it. I've turned into Gillian McKeith when collecting and don't really notice my alternative 'handbag' as I stroll along ....please tell me I'm not alone!!!! Mand x
Posted by Mand&GorgeousGeorge on January 18, 2014, 6:13 am | 👍 0 Likes
Ellie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Thank you for all the kind and careing words for Ellie, this ment such a lot. suddenly I didnt feel so helpless. She has perked up this evening and pretty eyes are shining. I hope all poorly greys have a peacefull night. The Dog Star is out x
Posted by Babesmum on January 17, 2014, 11:07 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I'm so amazed at how well trained Crofty is. My most hated job is picking up poo. On our walk circuit there are two blue bins and within just a couple of days he is pooing within just a few feet of these bins. Result!!! If there is anything worse than picking it up, it's got to be walking for long distances whilst holding it in a plastic bag. Not only house trained but considerate too. My two grown up boys are visiting me more often if only to see my dog who obviously has street cred in their eyes. He has his own groupies all ready. He never misses anything, I only have to scratch my nose and he gives me the giraffe neck and looks at me askance if it is time for a walk. He took a stuffed mere cat hostage (not one of his) from the sofa and when I put in back into the toy box and pulled down the catch on the lid he was pawing at it trying to get in. If only I could get him to settle down at night without crying and barking at 3am. Only heard him bark three times but it's loud and it gets attention. Tomorrow I'm going to start leaving him for a few minutes at a time to see how he reacts.
Posted by Cloud on January 17, 2014, 10:23 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Twiggy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
After a long day at the vets Twiggy has taken herself off to bed! We had mixed results from her tests...she didn't have to have a general anaesthetic which was good. The ultrasound revealed she has a pelvic bladder which I understand means the bladder is not in the normal position. This along with her age is what has been making her incontinent problem worse the last few weeks. There is an operation which would help this. More worrying the scan also showed a growth in her spleen. The vet has advised it will be best to remove it as soon as possible as there is no way of knowing if it is harmless or cancerous. The good news is that all her other organs look fine, no sign of anymore growths. Many thanks to everyone for all your best wishes and concern. Giving my cuddle to my beautiful girl tonight...Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 17, 2014, 10:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Leonard
I’m Homed
Leonard is now asleep on his sofa and the house is strewn with his toys = just like having a small child! we still miss Barney dreadfully but Lenny is keeping us busy and very amused with his nesting behaviour and tossing around his elephant hot water bottle cover...he is getting hundreds of cuddles a day. so pleased his first rehoming didn't happen as he is just what we needed!
Posted by Barney on January 17, 2014, 9:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi Michelle. Hope everything is ok. Do u have my number still incase u need me it's 07904756345. Try and give me a call over the nex few days and let me know how it's going xx
Posted by fi,charlie,fly+Lucy on January 17, 2014, 7:29 pm | 👍 0 Likes