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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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Tony (Peaky)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy birthday Tony you gorgeous boy you!!!!!! Xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on August 22, 2021, 7:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Steve (Warrior)
I’m Homed
Well, it's a week today since Warrior "Steve" came home with us to see if he and Fat neck Finn could have a Bromance as all the ladies rejected him. Ahhhhh, Since we lost our lovely girl Nina who definitely wore the pants (as they say) Finn had been doing his own thing more and we did have the worry that he might have quite liked his new life as "Billy no Mates" lol and was getting to grips with being his own man. He was a bit wary of Steve for the first day or two if he came too close, and at feeding time, and definitely when Steve tried to get into bed with him especially as Steve has not had "the op" yet. It seems now that Finn still indifferent to a "friend" has taken on the role of "old boy, let the "young un" do his thing and settle in. I get my walks, my food and still lots of love, and I get in my own bed when I want to, but now pinch Steve's as well when I want a snooze. Steve will go over to him for the occasional nose touch but is still wandering around on his own exploring and looking for more food. He has learned the meaning of "wait" and "no" and stands watching me at the kitchen door while I get their food prepared, and Finn lays down behind him, just as he did with Nina, so hoping things will only get better. Not sure its been good for Finn's diet as he is very keen on not missing out on any treats now. Steve seems to be finding his place as well, just like my hubby did when we first moved in together !!! so after first week it's looking good.x
Posted by loveheart on August 22, 2021, 5:36 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Roxie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
SCREAM!! Roxie I am over the moon for you my sweet girl. Be so very happy, wishing you lots of good times ahead. xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on August 22, 2021, 5:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Tony (Peaky)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy 3rd Birthday to our fabulous fella Antonio Bonio! X
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on August 22, 2021, 4:52 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie
I’m Homed
Great update on Charlie, yes he certainly seems to have a busy social life bless him xxxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on August 22, 2021, 7:28 am | 👍 0 Likes
Theo (Bono)
I’m Homed
Lovely update on a smashing boy xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on August 22, 2021, 7:27 am | 👍 0 Likes
Molly
I’m Homed
Molly's new Mum and Dad came to visit her today. She was so happy to see them and gave lots of cuddles! :)) She will hopefully be going home next week. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on August 21, 2021, 11:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Libby
I’m Homed
Libby is lovely! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on August 21, 2021, 11:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Percy (Chino)
I’m Homed
A big cuddle for Chino tonight, what a very handsome boy! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on August 21, 2021, 11:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Despite the miserable weather we had several visitors to meet the dogs and find out more about homing a Greyhound. :)) All very positive! I am very grateful to Tarrika and Patric for all their help in showing people around and being very informative about our Daybreaks residents. Xxx They also fed everyone this afternoon! :)) Thanks to our Saturday walkers for braving the rain...Thanks Alan for taking Chino out for a walk after Belles training session. :)) It was also very busy on the telephone, I'm really sorry if you called and had trouble getting through to us. :(( Thanks so much to everyone who brought in donations of bedding and items for us to pop on Tiggy's fundraising page. So very kind of you. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on August 21, 2021, 11:33 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Theo (Bono)
I’m Homed
It was lovely to speak to Theo's owner today. Fantastic to hear how he is getting on. I'm not surprised he is a very popular boy, who could resist his very handsome face and beautiful eyes! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on August 21, 2021, 10:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Caesar
I’m a Sponsor Dog
Erik brought Caesar with him when he returned the van to the kennels this afternoon. Caesar looks fabulous and you wouldn't know he had any health issues at all. He is a happy and inquisitive boy and clearly adores Erik. Xxx We can not thank Erik and his family enough for everything they are doing for Caesar. As Erik mentioned the journey to the Referral centre is not an easy one and it takes all day. He gives up his time because he loves Caesar and wants more than anything a cure for his cancer so that he can hopefully find his forever home and live a long and happy life. Xxx I'm sure if Caesar could talk he would love to thank Erik and his family too! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on August 21, 2021, 10:52 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie
I’m Homed
Lovely to hear the updates on Charlie. :)) He certainly is getting out and about and seems to have a very busy social life! :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on August 21, 2021, 10:33 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Theo (Bono)
I’m Homed
Theo is settling into his new life really well. He has found his comfy spots, loves his food and walks and has started to play more and do his 'zoomies' in the yard and round the house! He is very friendly and affectionate towards everyone and seems to be a hit with everyone he meets! xxx
Posted by sweetrecord on August 21, 2021, 11:49 am | 👍 0 Likes
Caesar
I’m a Sponsor Dog
Update on Caesar Firstly, I want to thank you all for the continued support for Caesar, whether this is donations to Caesar’s funding page, well-wishing messages or just sending your care and love. You are all BRILLANT!!!. Yesterday was not an easy journey. I had some challenges along the way the main one for me and the dogs was the traffic jams. I also took Barney and Charlotte with me as they do like to go out and about. What none of us enjoyed was the massive traffic jams we experienced both on the M1 and M25 unfortunately both going to the treatment centre and returning home. The journey should take about 2½ hours it actually took 4+ hours in both directions so the dogs and I were very tired when we returned home at about 19.45. Enough about the journey let’s talk about Caesars treatment. We were very hopeful because photos taken two weeks ago showed a reduction in the tumour size. After I dropped Caesar off, I took Barney and Charlotte to the village for a walk and some much-needed bladder relief. We only had a bit of a walk when I received a phone call from North Downs, which was not a great sign. The vet explained to me that once Caesar was under an anaesthetic, they could examine his tongue. Unfortunately, the tumour is still there about a centimetre in size. The expectation from the treating team was that the tumour had disappeared to justify a third treatment which would target the microscopic cancer cells. Hence they would wake Caesar up and start the recovery and I could pick-up Caesar. Once I got Caesar back I had a good detailed conversation with a member of the treatment team. The GOOD news is that there are still other options available which will be considered carefully. Main objective to keep in mind is his cure and being able to rehome him into a loving home. For now keep sending Caesar your love and care as he needs it more then ever. Again, thank you so much for your support.
Posted by cloggyerik on August 21, 2021, 10:24 am | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie
I’m Homed
Very pleased with Charlie. We took him to our local again last night - his second visit. When we took him the previous time, there were no other dogs in and only a few people, as we went in with him at a time we'd hoped would be quiet and it was. Last night, we knew friends of ours were there - two couples - and the one couple's two dogs. To be fair, the one dog was the female golden doodle he'd had a walk with two weeks ago. We got to the pub and he ended up in a central area with them all. He was good to the dog he'd walked with, ignored the other that can be a bit grumbly, and then went up to start meeting the people, as he'd only met one of them before. He accepted fuss from all happily (and scratchings too). He was a bit distracted by people coming in and out of the pub, but he was quiet. He didn't settle that quickly so I eventually put a blanket down on the carpet for him and he settled. We stayed later than our friends and after they left, someone came in with a long haired terrier on an extending lead that wanted to say hello. I was a bit uncertain but cautiously let him say hello. The dog was wagging everything going and Charlie sniffed, put up with the enthusiasm and wagged his own tail in a friendly way too. Not long after that, someone else came in that we know with a female Bichon Frisse. We had been worried about these two meeting but she's a strong character. They stared at each other and after a few seconds, Charlie started backing away. Positions changed and they stared again. Charlie again backed away. They then ended up at a table behind him. When the Bichon Frisse sat near me, as she likes fuss from me too, Charlie sat down on his blanket the other side by me too, but he wouldn't face towards her. I think he'd been truly put in his place. It reminded me of how Kylie used to throw our Ben off the sofa, just by looking at him, even though he was 10kg heavier. Charlie walked there and back happily (a mile each way) and only got up overnight at 5am for a wee, then was ok til I got up around 6:15. He didn't put a paw wrong to be honest and everyone was saying what a lovely boy he is.
Posted by Justine&Andy on August 21, 2021, 6:59 am | 👍 0 Likes
Roxie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Roxie is such a pretty and joyful girl, cannot believe she has been passed by for so long. I was hoping when we went over to Daybreaks to find a little girl for Fat neck Finn she would be the one, but unfortunately, Finn is not a ladies man and was rejected or ignored by the girlies, Their rejection of him was humiliating for the big lad, so in desperation, we got him a few boys to see if he did any better with them. The best we got was indifference to several lol, but thankfully Warrior (Steve) seemed to bond with us and Finn showed no problem with that, hence Steve is now lying in Finn's bed and Finn is happy on a new one the other side of the room, Roxie your prince will come I hope very soon x
Posted by loveheart on August 20, 2021, 11:40 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Roxie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Roxie, you are so very beautiful and I hope your forever home comes along very soon, big cuddles for you xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on August 20, 2021, 5:37 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Libby
I’m Homed
Great photo, a very pretty young lady xx
Posted by shanishoo on August 20, 2021, 5:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Percy (Chino)
I’m Homed
Oh he's gorgeous xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on August 20, 2021, 5:34 pm | 👍 0 Likes