Welcome to Daybreaks Talk
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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Nat
I’m Homed
Nat arrived at Daybreaks this morning. What a sweet, happy little girl. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on February 1, 2024, 10:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Nat
I’m Homed
Stunning girl...!
Posted by RobT on February 1, 2024, 6:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
I’m Homed
Bless him xxxx
Posted by shanishoo on February 1, 2024, 4:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Spirit
I’m Homed
My cuddle goes to Spirit tonight. I adore him! He is such a good boy, he will walk by your side from his kennel to the one of the kennel runs and will do the same to go back. He doesn't need a lead and he doesn't need you to hold his collar. He is still a little unsure of people but is getting used to taking treats from you. Xxx He has a lovely face and now his hair has grown back across his nose, he is a very lad handsome indeed! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 30, 2024, 10:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gino
I’m Reserved
Thanks so much to Norman for taking Gino to the park today. 🙂 They both enjoyed their walk together. Norman gave Gino a glowing report! Gino is very friendly....he loves his food! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 30, 2024, 10:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gino
I’m Reserved
Gino after almost a month at Daybreaks today paid his first visit to Elmdon Park. What a perfectly behaved lad he proved to be. He walks sensibly on the lead, was friendly with everyone he met and had no problems whatsoever meeting with other breeds of all shapes and sizes. A fabulous lad who I am sure will be a tremendous addition to any home.
Posted by Stormin on January 30, 2024, 1:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Winnie
I’m Homed
Our gorgeous little Winnie is three today! Shirley made her a lovely Birthday card. Xxx It would be brilliant if her Birthday present was her forever home! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 29, 2024, 9:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Alfie
I’m Homed
Such a sad situation. Alfie has gone to a lovely foster home. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 29, 2024, 9:21 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Winnie
I’m Homed
Happy birthday winnie! Xxx
Posted by jetlucy on January 29, 2024, 8:54 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Unbelievably sad to find out beautiful Josh has passed. My heart goes out to Hannah and her family. Josh did find his forever home and everyone knew he couldn't have found anyone that could have loved him more. Rip Joshy. Xxx
Posted by Carol12 on January 29, 2024, 8:28 pm | 👍 0 Likes
River
I’m Homed
Sadly River is no longer reserved. She is a lovely girl, so I'm sure it wont be long before she finds her forever home. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 29, 2024, 4:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
When God looked around his garden he found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth and saw your very handsome but oh so tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful as he always helps the best. He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were so hard to climb so he closed your weary eyelids and whispered to you "peace be thine". I was gutted to learn from Kate that you had left us. Dearest Joshy, always one of my soft spot boys. It was an absolute pleasure to be your friend and Fergal and I very much enjoyed having you as a houseguest before Christmas. The times we spent together were very enjoyable and you were always so perfectly behaved. No signs whatsoever of anything untoward. You and Fergal were so respectful of each other and watching you both play so gently together as elderly gents do was such a joy. You were a cheeky boy making yourself at home on our sofa and enjoying investigating upstairs. You had perfect manners, were a cuddle munchkin and you deserved better than the life that you had but we are comforted that you truly loved your home with Hannah and the bond you shared was joyous and so there was no better place to go to sleep than with Hannah and her family. Fergal and I know only too well how upset Hannah is and will be for a long while but we pray that you find your way through the fields above to those who can help you adjust to your new surroundings whilst you wait for loved ones to join you. Rest in peace beautiful boy. Seana and Fergal. xxx
Posted by sirenmelody on January 29, 2024, 3:42 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I'm so very sad to hear about Josh. We knew him well from his time at the kennels and were so happy when he finally found his lovely forever home. Run fast and free Josh, surrounded by love. Hugs for your family at this heartbreaking time. Xx
Posted by helenanddave on January 29, 2024, 12:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Winnie
I’m Homed
Happy Birthday to the lovely, lively, Winnie!! Have a great day sweetheart. x
Posted by Shanesmum on January 29, 2024, 12:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Dear Hannah, thank you so much to you and your family for giving Joshy a wonderful home. Xxx I know how much you loved him and I know Joshy truly loved and adored you. He trusted you completely. I remember the day of the Christmas party when you came to look for him in the office; the moment he saw you his face lit up and the bond between you was wonderful to see. I was so happy when you took him back home where he belonged. Santa was right! Xxx It seems so very unfair that he should have to leave you when he was so happy, but I take comfort knowing when he went to Rainbow Bridge he was surrounded by so much love. Xxx Sending lots of love to you all. God Bless your beautiful Joshy. Kate Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 28, 2024, 11:07 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
All this love for Josh. Just so heart warming. It has been a very difficult few days. A tribute also to you all showing how loving and caring the Daybreaks community is, thank you for all you do for these lovely beings and each other xx
Posted by Moo&Mozzy! on January 28, 2024, 9:39 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Last Friday brought a heavy heart as I reflected on the passing of a dear canine companion. Some may recall the ten months I dedicated to working with Josh or may have followed my posts detailing the challenges of living with an aggressive canine companion. In the middle of last year, Josh found a comforting haven with Hannah and her family where he thrived. As you now know and in light of the tumour's nature and location, the only humane choice was to bid farewell and let him gracefully cross the rainbow bridge. Josh embodied a myriad of qualities within one furry bundle—a true enigma. His behaviour, oscillating between challenges and affection, made him not just a companion but a profound teacher. He imparted invaluable lessons about canine behaviour, the art of interpreting his barks, and the significance of subtle nonverbal cues. I am profoundly grateful to you, Josh; you played and will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping me into a more adept Provisional Clinical Animal Behaviourist. Above all, you showered us with boundless love and joy. Rest peacefully, my dear teacher; your memory will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts extend to Hannah and her family who provided Josh with the serene home he needed. A heartfelt thank you to Hannah for allowing Irina and me to share a final moment with Josh before he embarked on his journey. I also want to thank Ruth and Kate who always trusted my judgement.
Posted by cloggyerik on January 28, 2024, 9:00 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Heartbroken for this fella - he went through so much but finally found his special place with Hannah and her family. Although it is so very sad, at least there is comfort in knowing he was so happy, contented and loved in his last months. Sleep tight Josh and run pain free over the Bridge. Xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on January 28, 2024, 5:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
This has broken me... I have no stopped thinking about this sunshine. HUGE thank you to Erik, Hannah, Ruth, Kate, all the other staff and volunteers at the kennels. He was always so fussy and wanting to show his love to everyone. He had a greyt greyhound lean. So much soft fur. Gonna miss you fella. Love you!!
Posted by RobT on January 28, 2024, 2:33 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Sending out a big Thank you to Daybreaks; Ruth, Kate and all the wonderful team who supported Joshy and myself over his time with us. Always so welcoming, warm and smiley. And of course Erik! You worked so hard for this lovely boy x And to all Joshy's paw friends and their loving humans he met and helped him along the way xx
Posted by Moo&Mozzy! on January 28, 2024, 1:48 pm | 👍 0 Likes