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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.
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Hammy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hammy has been showing slight signs of lameness recently. It's been so slight, that it only showed on walks, not around the house and I couldn't quite tell which leg it was. Those of you that remember what happened to my beloved Stig, will know what my initial thoughts were. Anyway, having kept an eye on it over the last few weeks and seeing that there has been no worsening, I was starting to think i was imagining it, until today. Today, Hammy decided to stretch into the 'cockroach' position right next to me and prod me in the eye with his paw for fuss. After a little fuss, I stopped, only to find the paw thrust straight back into my face. Luckily, I started playing with said paw and clearly got a good look at it, and guess what was there? A corn. This must have been the cause all along for the lameness, but although it's going to be a pain to sort out, it's far, far better than my original fears. Who would put money on Hammy using that particular paw to poke me as a sign? Not sure, but I'm glad he did. 🙂 x
Posted by Stephers on January 20, 2013, 5:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Davey B
I’m Homed
I have been and done a home check for Davey B a lovely family saw him while he was out on his walk , Davey came with me today he seemed very settled with the family. if all goes well i will be taking him to his new home on Tuesday. Thank you Annamarie & Michael for offering Davey a forever home , i will miss him such a lovely boy love Caroline Max & Heidi xx
Posted by caroline&Fred on January 20, 2013, 5:51 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finn (Jay)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Sending my thoughts too x
Posted by Stephers on January 20, 2013, 11:09 am | 👍 0 Likes
Walter
I’m Homed
Thank you all so much for the amazing support & such kind comments. Walter is doing well & has developed a lovely bunny-hop move when excited which makes a very special welcome when we get home! He is still a bit unsure sometimes so i move away when he tells me he is worried. He has come 2 me more & puts his head on my knee. I thunk u can tell from his eyes when he is relaxed & we r seeing much less of the whites of his eyes now. He loves his toys & practically dances at anything fluffy he can play with (thankfully this doesn't include the cat!). His personality has really started 2 come out over the last couple of days & he is a lot more boisterous than he was which is a good sign I think. It has brought plenty of laughs with it! I can tell already he has a few naughty tricks up his sleeve! Thanks so much again for all if your comments, you are all so very kind. X
Posted by littlemoe on January 20, 2013, 10:08 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daisy (Dee)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Some lovely photos of Daisy in her new home 🙂
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on January 20, 2013, 6:43 am | 👍 0 Likes
Finn (Jay)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Lovely photo Ruth and special memories. x
Posted by Jenwren on January 19, 2013, 9:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Zac
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Wow Zac sounds like a very clever boy! That's so sweet! X
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on January 19, 2013, 8:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Walter
I’m Homed
These posts are so heart warming! It sounds like you are doing a fantastic job now you are aware of Walters body language and getting support I'm sure it will keep getting better and better. The team at daybreaks are amazing and so helpful you're in good hands. Each grey adjusts to home life differently. I think most of us can put our hands up to something we have learnt from in the early days which looking back on we would do differently now. Great grey owners learn from this and make a difference moving forward. So with that in mind I think Walter is lucky to have a great family adopt him! Please keep us updated. X
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on January 19, 2013, 8:48 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finn (Jay)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
This fella is a very special boy to me..... he was the very first arrival at Daybreaks as I opened the gates on 1st July 2006. He is now 12 1/2 (will be 13 in June) and has been in a happy home for the past 6 1/2 years having lived on a small Scottish Island for the last 6 years and now back in the West Midlands. However it is with great sadness I heard today that his cancer has returned - my love goes to Finn, a wonderful gentle giant and also to his wonderful owners, our fabulous friends - Maggie and Paul and his greyhound brother Arthur (Soldier) and Mollie his greyhound sister. Big hugs xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on January 19, 2013, 8:27 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Mannie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Our poor little boy has really hurt his foot. It started off as just a little cut so we bathed it in salt water. Unfortunately, it just got worse and in the end a trip to the vet was needed. The vet told us it had gone septic and he was put on antibiotics. He's had three different bandages so far. A tiger striped one, a light blue one and a yellow with chickens on it! Hope he gets better soon xxx
Posted by BrooklynMannie on January 19, 2013, 6:17 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Socks
I’m Homed
You look like a lovely boy. Hope you have a forever sofa soon
Posted by BrooklynMannie on January 19, 2013, 6:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Flash
I’m Homed
You look like a lovely boy. Hope you get your forever home soon
Posted by BrooklynMannie on January 19, 2013, 6:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Norah
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Nora is a lovely girl I walked her the other week. I hope Friday goes well. X
Posted by ClareInsightHounds on January 19, 2013, 4:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Walter
I’m Homed
Oh, I'm sorry that things haven't gone quite as smoothly as you may have hoped, but as all the others have said, Walter has had a massive change to his routine and environment and is just showing signs of being a bit overwhelmed. I'm so pleased too, that you have recognised this and are taking the time and effort to work with Walter and at his speed. You will both reap the benefits of this sooner than you realise, I'm sure. So many people (especially recently) would have returned him, so given that you have seem to have not even considered this brings warmth to my heart. Keep up the good work, you are just the very sort of person that a Grey needs!! x
Posted by Stephers on January 19, 2013, 12:27 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Walter
I’m Homed
Wow, the amount of love and understanding you are showing to him, brought a tear to my eye. I remember some of those early, nervous feelings but they will go as you get used to one another. You are doing a fantastic job. You are blessed to have a lovely greyhound come into your life but walter is very lucky too, having such a loving "mommy" who will work through these early, scarey days with him. X
Posted by savocat on January 19, 2013, 10:29 am | 👍 0 Likes
Walter
I’m Homed
Awww, your doing amazingly well, you spotted the problem, that deserves huge congrats. My Reubes was not a cuddle boy, its taken him 2 years to accept a cuddle and only on his terms. I call him for his "Loves" and he will come if he wants and stay for a while. Initially only few seconds but now its maybe a whole minute!! Oh and he hates my arm over him - much prefers a neck rub and ear twitch. So glad you mentioned on here your anxieties - a problem shared...... luv t
Posted by medaftboutdogs on January 18, 2013, 11:03 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Norah
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Yes a big cuddle coming your way Nora, poor girl. xxxxxx
Posted by Jenwren on January 18, 2013, 10:21 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jak
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Here's hoping that the big scary monster who lives in our back garden at night time and eats cute little greyhounds has gone away cos of the snow and Jak will do a lovely big wee instead of going for his pre bedtime walk xx
Posted by Jak'smom on January 18, 2013, 9:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jak
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Here's hoping that the big scary monster who lives in our back garden at night time and eats cute little greyhounds has gone away cos of the snow and Jak will do a lovely big wee instead of going for his pre bedtime walk xx
Posted by Jak'smom on January 18, 2013, 9:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lily
I’m Homed
Well done lily xx
Posted by Shelly on January 18, 2013, 6:39 pm | 👍 0 Likes