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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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Wilf
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Wonderful news for Wilf! xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on April 28, 2013, 11:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saffron
I’m Homed
So pleased to see Saffron has been reserved. xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on April 28, 2013, 11:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daisy (Dee)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
This is really helpful...thanks so much. Daisy and I Will report on progress. X
Posted by missfifi on April 28, 2013, 10:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lara (Charley)
I’m Homed
Next weekend Jess.
Posted by skinnyme on April 28, 2013, 9:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lara (Charley)
I’m Homed
When is charley being REHOMED?
Posted by Jess&Koda on April 28, 2013, 8:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Missy C
I’m Homed
This girl has a real puppy face xx
Posted by Jess&Koda on April 28, 2013, 8:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Wilf
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I do hope wilf will better soon then he can go of with his new family and have his very own sofa he looks so beautiful I hope all is good for him xxx
Posted by Tinker'sNan on April 28, 2013, 8:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daisy (Dee)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Our grey Jet also has Head Honcho & Top Honcho in his family tree.We have had probs. with people & getting out of the car. At first he was always looking behind him on walks & would have walked into a lamp post ahead of him once if we hadn't stopped him-we used to say he needed wing mirrors! We too, have been to places for a walk & as we have 2 greys,one of us has been for a walk with 1 dog, leaving the other person behind with Jet. When this happened we always sat in the hatchback with him, so even tho he didn't get out he was 'subjected' to the noise & movement around the car. He almost ruined one of our hols by doing this & we've been to greyhound walks where we've had to go on our own walk cos by the time Jet has got out of the car everyone has gone without us. We know how frustrating this can be;I'm sure you've had the strange looks we used to have in car parks & screaming children always appear at the wrong time don't they? We can look back & laugh at it now, because we've had Jet almost 3 years & he's changed so much in this time. I've been trying to list the things we tried with Jet-I don't think there's a miracle cure,but all have helped & it takes time & patience(which fortunately for Daisy you seem to have).Some have already been mentioned; -Greyhound training classes. Details on this site. Helps dog & you to cope with/handle behaviour.Hepled us immensely;we made new friends & picked up invaluable tips. -A body wrap(similar idea to yr thundershirt)that we got from the Mekuti website. It's worth reading the info. on this site.We used to go to the Sat. training classes & borrowed a body wrap to try before we bought our own. -Greyhound walks as they do feel safer in a pack.Even if you can't get her out of the car;let her get used to noises & movement by opening the hatchback & sitting with her or winding some windows down. -Gardens open to the public where dogs are allowed on leads. As Daisy is so nervous of getting out of the car,this will be more useful when she's a bit more confident,as the car parks can get v.busy. Other ideas:- -TTouch classes.We used TTouch when Jet froze on walks or became v.anxious.This was arranged thru' the greyhound training class. -Carry some treats Daisy loves in your pocket every time she goes out. Reward her when she gets out of the car, passes a person etc.Use these treats only on these occasions so they're 'special'. Jet comes to me now when he thinks he's done something good on a walk asking for a treat! -Having a 2nd confident & carefully chosen grey helped us. If that isn't an option,is there someone Daisy knows & is confident with, who has a dog she gets on with, that could come out with you. We found having a dog who jumps out of the car without hesitation helps(& is also useful to divert people who dash up to your terrified dog wanting to fuss it!) This won't help immediately, but if you have an understanding friend with a dog, worth a try. Jet used to see a person in the distance & work out how he was going to avoid them. Sometimes we had to stop walking or go along with his plans, but sometimes he had to do what we wanted.The trick is to get the balance right;to continue to push your dog a bit further without scaring them too much so that they refuse to do anything. Not easy,but think back to when you had Daisy & I'm sure you see a difference already.Best of luck.
Posted by leapinggreys on April 28, 2013, 8:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Summer (Rebel)
I’m Homed
Summer has been no trouble at all to foster, she only needs a little more socialising but apart from that very small issue she is a star! She will be content with fuss and cuddles all day, so if there are any spare children around she would love that! Who ever gets to home this very pretty girl will be loved back tenfold. 🙂 x
Posted by Jenwren on April 28, 2013, 7:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie
I’m Homed
Hello Charlie boy! You look lovely, a ladies man eh? Will have to come and get my cuddle then. xxx
Posted by Jenwren on April 28, 2013, 7:40 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finch
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So so sad. R.I.P. Beautiful girl, run free from pain where no shadows fall, you have deserved your wings sleep tight. xxxxx
Posted by mutty22jaf on April 28, 2013, 6:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Wilf
Over the Rainbow Bridge
This is brilliant news! Feel better soon Wilf then you can be off to your very own sofa. xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on April 28, 2013, 4:43 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Saffron
I’m Homed
Well done Saffron - reserved! Big cuddles. x
Posted by Shanesmum on April 28, 2013, 4:42 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Billy
I’m Homed
Be happy my lovely boy - all good wishes to you and your new family. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on April 28, 2013, 4:42 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Bonnie (Bernie)
I’m Homed
Just a catch up about our gorgeous Bonnie ! Well she's doing really well Nathan and Harriet absolutely adore her,she settles down well at night and is enjoying 2 nice walks a day. Unfortunately Bonnie was in the dog house yesterday by pinching the beef joint from the kitchen counter but we can't really blame her as we turned our back on her while we were unpacking the shopping one minute it was on the counter the next it was being slobbered on her bed ! Bit annoying but we have to keep our eye on her still definately be asking Sally for more tips especially on the snatch and grab raids Bonnie has been at of late ! We love her to bits and were really persevering with the training and will Definately be keeping an eye on any food !
Posted by Justfoxes on April 28, 2013, 4:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Summer (Rebel)
I’m Homed
Can anyone help with fostering Summer for a short time, she is showing interest in the small dog in her foster home at the moment and would ideally be best in a home with another greyhound or a larger dog.
Posted by skinnyme on April 28, 2013, 4:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Wilf
Over the Rainbow Bridge
The lovely people who reserved Wilf initially are very keen to have him once all his results are through yeah!!
Posted by skinnyme on April 28, 2013, 3:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jonty (Rooney)
I’m Homed
What wonderful ears x
Posted by DivasMum on April 28, 2013, 3:15 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finch
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Rip finch such a beautiful picture of you face run free girl doggy heaven and lots sunshine await you be peaceful xx
Posted by Bernadette on April 28, 2013, 3:11 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gracie
I’m Homed
Gracie looks beautiful she could fall in love with Riley when we bring him over xx
Posted by Bernadette on April 28, 2013, 3:07 pm | 👍 0 Likes