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Brin (Patrick)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
The one thing that stands out to me is that if you are having any problems with your grey,no matter how experienced you may be, PLEASE ask for help,either by ringing Ruth or putting it on the website as I am sure between everyone at Daybreaks we can come up with the right solution,to almost any problem,BEFORE it becomes too much to handle.I'm sure most people would love the chance to offer their help and advice to solve a problem,rather than air their "frustations" after the opportunity of a loving home is lost.
Posted by fatharry on February 24, 2013, 1:25 am | 👍 0 Likes
Hector (Rumble)
I’m Homed
Hector has been with us now just over a week and has settled in so well. He is a calm and loving boy who loves being fussed by us all. He has adjusted so well into the family home, the support and advice given by Ruth has really helped us in achieving a happy rehoming for Hector. He has a healthy appetite and is a very clean boy, we were expecting a few accidents as we appreciate they don't come house trained but he very quickly adapted. He is part of our family and already very much loved. Hector would like Rory to visit at Easter if he is not rehomed, I think he may like a brother!
Posted by Hector'smum on February 23, 2013, 9:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pete
I’m Homed
Aww, what a handsome boy! Kind eyes.
Posted by lucyj on February 23, 2013, 8:47 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Bess
Over the Rainbow Bridge
1 year ago tomorrow Bess joined our lives. It's been hard at times but the good times far out way the bad. We can't imagine life without this precious creature and what a positive impact she has had on my life. Tomorrow morning we will go to Daybreaks to get some Burns and then go for lunch at a dog friendly pub in Upton upon Severn to mark the day. Four words say it all.......WE. LOVE. YOU. BESS. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by Bess&Reene'smum on February 23, 2013, 8:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Carrie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I've Just been sat on the cold stone kitchen floor talking to Carrie ,who had her head snuggled into my shoulder , a greyhound completely changes your perception of what a dog should be ! She seems to be a bit dim sometimes,like getting so excited about being tickled on the tummy that she falls off the bed and then has to deal with Ted getting grumpy with her ! but I just know she knows everything about me , In fact I think she knows more than I do
Posted by Jeff on February 23, 2013, 6:40 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Rory
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I'm sorry that I was not able to visit yesterday and take you for a walk Rory but at the last minute something came up and I had to do something else but don't worry I still think about you each day. If I could I would love to be able to give you your loving home but at the moment I'm living in accomodation which does not allow pets. Any way enough about me - how are you going? I cannot understand why you haven't been rehomed by now, Auntie Ruth tells me that it is usually the black greys that have a hard job finding a home. Is it because you want to be able to pick your new mommy and daddy - don't worry they will arrive at the kennels very shortly, I hope. Hopefully I will try hard to see you next Friday - a new month, a new home, we can only keep our fingers crossed for you. With lots of cuddles and kisses and hopefully a big red label will be seen soon. Love Auntie Ann xxx
Posted by AuntieAnn on February 23, 2013, 6:39 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George (Stevie Sunshine)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Lovely re homing picture
Posted by Deb on February 23, 2013, 6:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Dingo
I’m Homed
It is bonkers that warden schemes including these new retirement villages ban pets.People with pets live longer,they have better physical and mental health than non dog owners and visit the GP less often.Very short sighted - I feel a campaign coming on ............
Posted by Deb on February 23, 2013, 6:11 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Brin (Patrick)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Sometimes things are not meant to be my son Dan is a friend of Jess and I know how much they loved their grey Pepper and miss her terribly. I hope with time the right grey will be out there for them as they were wonderful owners who adored Pepper who was taken from them before her time.In At some point I hope to see them again on the RGT walks -time is a great healer and I know they have much love to give another hound.Love to you all.
Posted by Deb on February 23, 2013, 6:07 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Socks
I’m Homed
Oh Silv does this mean what I think it does ???? are you adding Socks to the clan ????? xx
Posted by michelleandbertie on February 23, 2013, 5:56 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Brin (Patrick)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hello Jess91. Firstly i am sorry for your mothers loss a dearly loved grey in such tragic circumstances', but secondly, I am am entitled to my opinion. Nothing in my discussion was offensive just factual i still do believe that 5 days was not long enough and that you gave up on him too soon, contrary to what you think. Perhaps you were looking for a replacement, which would never happen, which is why you returned him so quickly. You obviously thought you (or your mother) could cope but couldn't. Some people need longer than others. Some replace their dog straight away to fill the gap which eases their pain, and so get over their beloved pet quicker. some never get over it even with time. However Can I ask you a question? who did you expect to 'Housetrain' the dog, the owner the trainer Ruth or himself! If you've had a greyhound, you of all people should know that these dogs come from kennels. They are kenneled for most of the day and for some their needs are very special, especially when it comes to rehoming. The dogs that are housetrained are very few, and usually have spent time in a home before and may be heading for their second or even third home. It was up to you to ask questions and you should have made sure sure this dog was right for you. Anxiety is a problem with some dogs. Maybe you should have picked a more suitable time to home him, for instance School holidays when somebody could have been therefor company until he had settled and his stress levels eased, thus no fouling of the house, and you cant watch for toileting if you're not around. However Ruth and the 'team' at Daybreaks are second to none, (you would have to search very hard to find a disgruntled customer of hers) with all the advice you could ever wish for honest, solid and truthful, She loves all the dogs in her care and takes re-homing very seriously. If you didn't act upon advice given (and i'm sure it was) or didn't ask questions, or for extra help who's fault is that? Keep up the good work Ruth and the team, wishing you many more successful homings, these dogs can't do it without you. For every unhappy homing there are many happy ones. Sorry if my first comments have caused blame to be laid upon you Ruth, they weren't meant with intent. Good Luck in your new home Patrick, in the right one you'll be settled in real soon' you'll see. xxxx Keep up the good work Ruth, best wishes to all the team and good luck to Patrick in his new home.
Posted by mutty22jaf on February 23, 2013, 5:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pete
I’m Homed
Hello Pete you look a cutie !! I am sure you wont be here for long xx
Posted by michelleandbertie on February 23, 2013, 5:54 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pete
I’m Homed
Met the beautiful Pete today - he's gorgeous! His funny, stumpy tail wags in delight when you talk to him, and he walks very nicely, he particularly liked walking alongside Maggie, a ladies man indeed! He's a big, handsome fella! x
Posted by Shanesmum on February 23, 2013, 5:34 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lottie (Spotty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Myself and Mottee picked up Spotty (now Lottie thanks to a marvellous suggestion by Beryl) today. I didn't hear a peep from either of them on the journey home and they're getting on very well. Lottie's had a good sniff around, pilfered some of the cats' food, met one of the cats (Lottie did a double take and then decided there were too many exciting smells and things to explore to focus on one daft Persian) and is now crashed out on the rug in front of the fire. Taking up the entire rug I might add :p...Mottee is stood to one side, completely at her mercy. Photos to follow.
Posted by TheStoneFamily on February 23, 2013, 5:29 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Dingo
I’m Homed
Awww, he's a ready made family pet, I bet he already knows how to hog a sofa ! What's not to love?! Well done, Dingo X
Posted by savocat on February 23, 2013, 4:52 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Davey
I’m Homed
Davey it would be great to see your light turn green, be extra specially good so your light turns green. xxx
Posted by caroline&Fred on February 23, 2013, 4:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Dingo
I’m Homed
so glad my dingo has been reserved already, we had to give him back as we have to move into sheltered housing and they have a no dogs rule. He really is a lovely gentle giant who loves cuddling up and playing with his soft toysxx
Posted by kirsty on February 23, 2013, 4:25 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Minnie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I've been back to daybreak today to have my stitches out and was a very good girl my new slaves got some advice about my messing and anxiety when they go out and mum slave say the advice is brilliant and I'm going to try the crate out later with my favourite toy and a pigs ear yum yum even got a new bed to go in it I'm now a bit tried so I'm retiring to the sofa thank you to Ruth for all the advice she has adviside my slaves every step of the way x
Posted by Minnie&Ted on February 23, 2013, 4:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Brin (Patrick)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Something to be glad about......took my beloved Daisy for her first overnight stay at a friends house - 3 months after I rehomed her. Daisy dog is still very nervous girl, loves to travel, hates to arrive!. Took her bedding duvet and a few toys. And food and treats of course. She would not let my chum touch her, only before we left this morning did she put her nose up for some fuss. Strange house, sounds, smells, but she was a golden girl. Slept all night, not a peep and clean as a whistle. So lets here a big cheer for Daisy. I read about Patrick and in my heart I think better hes back with Ruth. In the big scheme of things wee and poo can be cleaned up. And all greys respond in time with love and kindness and routine. They may not be perfect. But who is? xx
Posted by missfifi on February 23, 2013, 2:11 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Maggie
I’m Homed
Maggie, your new home is around the corner, so sorry for your family, Thinking of you and them. The New Icemaid Clan xxx
Posted by susy on February 23, 2013, 12:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes