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Billy
I’m Homed
Yay Billy well done beautiful boy! Good luck in your new home xxx
Posted by jetlucy on July 20, 2021, 9:28 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Monty (Chase)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I have to say I have had a greytttttt few days here in Burnham! I’m getting so much attention and fuss. Loads have come up to me saying ‘you’re lovely’, ‘you’re beautiful’ and ‘you’re so cute’. I have also got a lot of fuss from people. If they don’t give me fuss which is rare, I go to them myself! Always works. The hoomans put these boots on me! I looked ridiculous! Apparently it’s to stop me pads burning or something like that. I let them do it because I love them and they said I was very cute wearing them around the town today. I wonder what the rest of the week has in store. Monty xx
Posted by MontyMoo on July 20, 2021, 5:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Billy
I’m Homed
Billy this is fabulous news - well done sweetheart. Wishing you all lots of happy times ahead. xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on July 20, 2021, 5:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Billy
I’m Homed
Well done Billy, so happy for you xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on July 20, 2021, 4:15 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jessamine Princess
I’m Homed
Has this really happened in my life , I actually own a dog that won't eat and just looks at me until I tell her she's pretty .... then she eats ...WHAT ??? Twice a day every day
Posted by Jeff on July 20, 2021, 3:41 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Billy
I’m Homed
Oh Billy my lovely boy, so pleased for you. I thought you would be the right dog for your new family after speaking to them. Sorry Bilbo had an accident, thankfully Auntie Ruth was on hand and sounds like everything was sorted. Wishing you all the best with brother Bilbo, sister Jenny and your new pawrents. X
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on July 20, 2021, 2:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Billy
I’m Homed
Well we had another tail injury at the kennels today but thankfully it wasn't Billy - it was his new brother (Bilbo) who came to the kennels with his new greyhound sister (Jenny). Nothing serious for Bilbo and I bandaged his tail for him. Good luck Billy x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on July 20, 2021, 2:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie
I’m Homed
Welcome handsome boy, can't wait to meet you - you look just a little bit mischievous to me!! xx
Posted by Shanesmum on July 20, 2021, 1:13 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finn (Phoenix)
I’m Homed
Fabulous update on the lovely Finn, so happy for him - sounds like he has found just where he needs to be. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on July 20, 2021, 1:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Information from the Yumove Website - tips for keeping your dog cool.... 1. Provide a safe, shady den Move their bed and bedding to a shady spot, and swap warm blankets for an old towel. If they sleep in a crate, spread damp bath towels over the top to create a cool, damp, shady den. If they’ve taken to lying on the bathroom or kitchen floor, let them – tiles can be a great way to cool down. 2. Chill their bed There are some fantastic ‘cool beds’ and ‘cool mats’ available for dogs. We particularly like gel cool beds – these absorb the heat from your dog’s body, and need no batteries, refrigeration or time in the freezer… ideal for camping and days out. A homemade alternative is a damp towel in a shady spot – or popping your picnic ice packs underneath their usual blanket. 3. DIY doggie air-con Got a fan? Got a freezer? Make DIY aircon. Freeze a large container of water – we use ice cream tubs – then set up the fan so that it blows over the ice and sends cool air towards your dog’s bed. To ensure that your dog doesn’t knock the fan, pop it on a high surface and angle downwards to keep everyone safe. 4. Change your dog-walking schedule If you normally go for walkies with your dog at lunchtime and early afternoon, swap your schedule for an early morning walk and a late evening stroll to avoid the midday heat. If you can’t change your routine time-wise, think about where you’re walking. Swap open fields for cool woodland walks, or better still opt for beaches or lakeside walks so your dog can dive in for a cooling paddle or swim. Your pup will thank you for walkies in cool woodland walks 5. Protect your dog's paw Do you have an urban pooch? If so, don’t forget that pavements can get seriously hot! Before heading out, touch-test the pavement with your own hand or foot. If its too hot for your hand, or you wouldn’t want to walk on it barefoot, don’t ask your dog to do the same. If you must be out and about on hot pavements, consider some protective boots and a cool coat as detailed below. 6. Get a cool coat If you must be out and about in hot weather, consider a cooling coat. Just wet the coat, then pop it on your dog – the cool dampness creates heat exchange with your dog’s body, so they effectively ‘sweat’ like a person. There are many different brands available, but we like these. 7. Visit the groomers If your dog is a breed or mix that can be clipped, get regular trims in summertime. Many double coated breeds shouldn’t be clipped or trimmed – but will find relief in a thorough grooming to get any insulating dead hair out. 8. Cool them down with water Not all dogs love water, but most will appreciate its cooling effects and setting up a paddling pool in your garden will encourage your pup to paddle or wallow on days hot for your dog. For those who aren’t so keen, a wet flannel (or quick hose down!) on the belly, chest and legs will help them cool down without resorting to a full shower or bath. It goes without saying that you should always provide lots of cool drinking water for your pet. On especially hot days, consider popping an ice-cube in their water bowl to keep it chilled. 9. Put the toys away Not all dogs are as sensible as they should be on hot days, so if it’s warm, consider popping their toys away for the day so they don’t accidentally over-exercise and end up with heatstroke. The same advice goes for games like fetch and playing with their canine friends. If you have more than one playful dog, consider separating them on the hottest days. 10. Make doggie ice lollies – the ‘pupsicle’ We love to make doggie ice lollies! There are some more elaborate recipes here, but you can also freeze their regular food. We use old plastic takeaway boxes; layer wet food on the bottom, sprinkle over with kibble, add water and the lid, then pop in the freezer. For extra cold treats (without the extra calories) freeze their favourite toys in an old ice cream tubs – they’ll have fun and stay cool whilst freeing their toys from the ice! How do dogs regulate their body temperature? Lots of people think that dogs can’t sweat, but this isn’t the case. Our canine (and feline) friends have sweat glands in their noses and paw pads. Have you ever noticed your pet leaving damp pawprints on hot days? This is why! As the areas with glands are so small, dogs mainly keep themselves cool by panting. However, this isn’t the most effective mechanism to regulate your dogs’ body temperature, so it’s important that we keep an eye on our dogs and help to keep them cool on hot days. Taking the above tips into mind during the summer months will keep tails wagging and most importantly, can help to alleviate the threat of canine heat stroke. Heatstroke can kill or cause irreparable damage to internal organs, so it’s vital that you take it seriously and do all you can to prevent it. Here is our go-to list of signs which can warn you that your dog might be overheating. How can I tell if my dog is too hot? It depends whether we’re talking about a dog who is uncomfortably hot or suffering from heat stroke. It’s important to know the difference – and how to help in both cases. Signs of a dog who’s too hot Signs of heatstroke Panting Blue, bright red or dark red tongue and gums Dribbling High body temperature (104°F or 40°C or more) Lethargic or restless Wobbliness, weakness or staggering Grumpy, grumbly or out of sorts Seizures Off their food Collapsing or unconsciousness Drinking lots of cool water Blood in poos or urine One way to really know if your dog is too hot (or not) is to use a thermometer and check. However, few of us feel confident taking our pets’ internal temperatures and here at Lintbells we believe that prevention is always the best approach. Keep our 10 top tips in mind in the summer months to avoid any risk to your pooch, and if you are worried about heat stroke, act fast and contact your nearest veterinary care centre.
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on July 20, 2021, 10:18 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Great tips for helping your dog keep safe and cool.... click the following link: https://yumove.co.uk/blogs/health-guides/10-tips-to-cool-down-your-dog?utm_campaign=AllDog_blog_Heatwave_200721%20%28R6MFak%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Active%20Subscribers&_kx=zCAKMiqSYaDf5mbm5fcGCGNXyLGSZ-1YvGRrc4qHmgE%3D.KDH5Jd
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on July 20, 2021, 10:14 am | 👍 0 Likes
Monty (Chase)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Monty is really enjoying his life with us at the moment. His confidence at home or the caravan is really good and his nose is everywhere but especially the bin getting all the rubbish out. When he is not lying next to us you know he is causing mischief somewhere chewing up something he shouldn’t. We have been taking him to the beach in the evening because it’s been too hot for us never mind Monty. He loves his walks but don’t like other dogs coming up to him. We will take him to our friends dogs again to get him used to other breeds and gain his confidence. The outside world is a challenge for him that he is starting to really enjoy. A cat came up to him yesterday and he just stared at it and let it be on its way. Good job it wasn’t a squirrel.
Posted by BigEars on July 20, 2021, 8:44 am | 👍 0 Likes
Finn (Phoenix)
I’m Homed
What a lovely update, Finn deserves the best home ever, and he sounds like he has found it. Well worth the wait Finn xxxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on July 20, 2021, 7:50 am | 👍 0 Likes
Finn (Phoenix)
I’m Homed
Fabulous to hear how Finn is getting on! Thank you for giving him such a lovely home. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on July 19, 2021, 11:17 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
We had a sad start to the day with the discovery that one of our chickens had passed away during the night. :(( She was an ex-battery hen and has enjoyed a happy life for the last twelve months being free to do as she pleased and laying eggs when she wanted. Denise has brought them all sorts of different sorts of food to sample and made sure they have everything they need. Rest in peace little lady. Xxx It was another incredibly hot day today. We decided as yesterday it was too hot to take the dogs out for walks. They all came out and spent time in the runs and enjoyed treats. New lad Charlie arrived early afternoon. He is a very handsome and happy lad. He enjoyed his lunch...his trainer told us he likes to get his meals on time and will tell you when they are due! We popped him into the top red kennel so he will be on the first sitting for his breakfast and dinner! :)) Xxx It was a quiet day for visitors but there is always something to be done at the kennels. I am so grateful to Yvonne, Gloria and Myra for all their help,and hard work. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on July 19, 2021, 11:13 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Finn (Phoenix)
I’m Homed
Hi All - Monday update on Phoenix aka Finn 🙂 He's doing super well. He's very relaxed around home - he's following us a bit less because he's a bit more confident this is his forever home. He has three private sleeping spots, under the TV, in the bedroom, and when we're working, right between our desks 🙂 He's a chow hound for sure but is already learning there is mum and dad food and Finn food, which are two separate things 😉 He's being really great already but he needs the odd reminder. We have two parks next to the house but we're only using one atm so he gets to know his way to and from. Favourite toys: purple llama and licking plate thing. Snacks - treats from you guys plus the odd shape 😉 He's now world famous as my Chinese friend's little girl in Tianjin has fallen in love with him and sent him voice messages 🙂 Our friends and colleagues in the US are all also Finn fans... I'll post more pics on Facebook. We cannot thank you all enough for taking such good chttps://daybreakstrust.co.uk/dog/2314#are of him before he came to us!
Posted by Pupnick on July 19, 2021, 11:03 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Charlie
I’m Homed
A big welcome to Daybreaks cuddle for Charlie! He is a very friendly lad. He found himself surrounded by three lovely ladies on his arrival! Myra, Yvonne and Gloria all fell for his charms. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on July 19, 2021, 10:53 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Monty (Chase)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Well Monty, if you didn't have so much character you would be in the wrong home! Well done you, keeping your family on their toes. Xx
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on July 19, 2021, 8:37 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Topsy
I’m Homed
I love this little girl. She was so funny trying to paw the water out of her paddling pool to get to the treat. Shes an affectionate happy girl who coped very well with her health check today. Xxxxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on July 19, 2021, 6:50 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Billy
I’m Homed
Billy was a very good boy having his teeth cleaned today. He didnt actually get off his bed and stayed laying on his side so teeth cleaning was a very casual affair. (Well it was a bit hot). Hes a very loving happy boy xxxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on July 19, 2021, 6:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes