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Stanley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Obviously the Yumega is good advice, but Coconut Oil is wonderful stuff and can help with all sorts of things. I started taking it and then have put my 2 greys on it too. (Start slowly with a small dose ie I started with 1/2 tsp & now give 1 tsp) It has helped keep Bob (black) super shiny and has also helped with the bald bum / thigh problem...nice and fluffy now! https://www.coconutoilfacts.org/coconut-oil-for-dogs.php I get this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Virgin-Coconut-Oil-460g-Ghana-Gold-Best-Value-for-Cooking-Hair-Skin-Care/200942381656?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D11%26meid%3D9115687708998291358%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D190845136779%26
Posted by DuleekDandy on July 16, 2013, 4:27 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
This is such very sad news. My thoughts are with his mum and his human brother who must be feeling vey low right now. Also my thoughts go out to Clare (& little Milly) who I know looked after Jack recently. She will be devasted too. Sleep tight precious boy Linda (with Lola & Lena) x
Posted by LindaPaul on July 16, 2013, 4:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Joey (Ray)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Ray was enjoying this cooling down in the run today after his walk 🙂
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on July 16, 2013, 4:16 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I am so so so sorry to hear about Jack , he will be missed so much, he was suce a lovely hound xxxxxx Thinking about you at this sad time xxxx
Posted by Springy on July 16, 2013, 4:00 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I am absolutely heartbroken to receive the news that sadly Jack died in very unfortunate circumstances. His owner is devastated and my thoughts are with her and her son who were absolutely devoted to him. Run free Jack xxxxxxxx
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on July 16, 2013, 2:52 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Stanley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
And if the normal Yumega doesn't work I've had my Lucy on their 'Boost' and also their Showdog Yumega oil which is a bit richer than the other Yumega Oils... it's made a great difference to Lucy's fluffy,tatty coat and like Linda says even Lucy's bare bits are growing fur 🙂 Julie x
Posted by tiggersslave on July 16, 2013, 2:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Stanley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi. We use Yumega to help the condition of our girls' (Lola & Lena) skin and coat. It's good stuff and widely available. I believe Ruth also sells it at the kennels. Lola has itchy skin at certain times of the year so we use Yumega Plus and it definitely helps. We started her on it after Crufts 2012. She also re-grew hair on the bald itchy patches behind her elbows once we started her on this. I've just put her back on Yumega Plus a week ago as the itching had started again so we think it's a seasonal problem. Otherwise they both have the normal Yumega. lena was Ok apart from being a bit scurfy and she had a great coat but Lola started to outshine her so we put Lena on the Yumega in summer 2012 as well and in Sept she won best black greyhound at The GGG in Nottingham last year so we think it helped her shine and stand out. Full dose for ours is one 5ml spoon twice a day, so a bottle lasts quite a while. There's useful information on their website too. Doesn't specifically mention eczema, but refers to itchy skin conditions. It is all natural and balanced for omega3/6 so might be worth a look. https://www.lintbells.com/products/yumega-plus
Posted by LindaPaul on July 16, 2013, 11:55 am | 👍 0 Likes
Angel
I’m Homed
Little Angel may be the smallest greyhound I've ever seen but she has the biggest greyhound purr! She looks so lovingly into your eyes with her teeth doing that special little chatter they do when they're happy. She is definitely a people person and loves fuss and attention. She's also happy to lie and relax, just giving a tail wag as you go past. Am falling I love....xx
Posted by Foggie on July 16, 2013, 10:58 am | 👍 0 Likes
Stanley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Morning. Quick question, if anyone can help. Mum (Sue) was given some advice about Stanley's eczema regarding adding butter in his diet. Wondered how much and for how long? Or are there any more tips out there? Thanks.
Posted by Spanner on July 16, 2013, 10:02 am | 👍 0 Likes
Lily
I’m Homed
Any news on how Lily's getting on x
Posted by Bernadette on July 16, 2013, 8:24 am | 👍 0 Likes
Max
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I have to confess that I keep coming back to the website to look at Max, we fell in love with him yesterday and I feel so sad that he did not react well to the cats- we were so close to deciding to give him a home! I really hope he finds one soon! Cuddles to you again Max x x
Posted by becka&stu on July 15, 2013, 9:58 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Joey (Ray)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
What a lovely dog, so full of character and very affectionate. He always wants a big cuddle. So impressed with the kennels and the care these beautiful dogs get. Will be back sunday for more walkies! x
Posted by walkersinwellies on July 15, 2013, 9:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Bonnie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Met Bonnie for the first time Sunday - such a lovely calm dog to walk. So gentle. Hope she finds a loving home soon. x
Posted by walkersinwellies on July 15, 2013, 9:01 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Larry
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So pleased to hear Larry is doing well on his medication and his Easidri coat is helping to keep him cool; I think we need the human version! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on July 15, 2013, 8:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Angel
I’m Homed
just looked in to see how angel was doing and found she has her feet well under the table at her holiday home although i do wonder if she may be there a little longer- well done little girlie xx
Posted by rumblesmom on July 15, 2013, 6:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Sparky
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Sparky would like to say: " Well, I have been in my foster home for a whole month now and I have learnt lots of new things. I am a very good boy, and can be left on my own for short spells as I like my own company and am quite happy to lie and snooze in my basket. I don't pester when there's food around, but I do like a treat now and again (especially bits of cheese or chicken!!). I'm getting much better at being out in the big world, although when I go somewhere new I have to stay standing up so I can see what's going on around me, but foster Mummy & Daddy say I have grown in confidence already and this will get better with time. I met a big, black, long haired German Shepherd dog today, he lives next door down the road and I saw him through his garden gate - we went nose to nose and had waggy tails and Daddy said I was such a good boy, yay! Mummy & Daddy are hoping that my forever family are coming for me soon, because they are going to the seaside in August and would like me to be settled before they go. Hope you are all keeping cool in this heat wave, big woofs to everyone - Sparky". xx
Posted by Shanesmum on July 15, 2013, 5:19 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Larry
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Larry is responding well to the drug for heart failure...it has given him a lot more energy although he does struggle with this heat so we bought him an Easy Dri cool coat from Daybreaks yesterday. Have used it a lot today and it calms down his panting.
Posted by Foggie on July 15, 2013, 4:03 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gemma
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Can't believe 9 months already that Gemma found a new forever home. Still tolerating Stanley especially when he nicks her spot but luckily they do like some different places to flop down especially in the sun.
Posted by Spanner on July 15, 2013, 2:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Stanley
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Stanley and Gemma had a 2 night break last week which they seemed to have enjoyed and hopefully they were well behaved. As usual rushed to see me - perhaps its the treats - nice to be greeted by 2 wagging tails although they can hurt. Love the way they settle down wherever they want to - ie. Stanley lay down in front sink so Mum couldn't wash up and if she wanted to cook she couldn't as Gemma lay there. Just as bad as my cat Thomas always lying in the wrong place at the wrong time. Even though obviously smaller than greys, he doesn't like to be moved. Mum & Dad have new neighbours and they have a cat - interesting as don't think Stanley very good although Gemma talks to them. Actually they haven't met my 2 - that will be fun if we ever try it.
Posted by Spanner on July 15, 2013, 2:28 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Angel
I’m Homed
In the nicest possible way Foggie, I really hope you fail at fostering (which basically means you keep little Jelly). Knowing her throughout her racing career I believed she needed an experienced Greyhound owner (if only because of her keeness for smaller species (which i'm sure she'll grow out of). That aside she's so much fun and no doubt will love playing with your G's and you! Enjoy x
Posted by Melodysmum on July 15, 2013, 1:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes