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Locky
I’m Homed
Locky has given us some concern over the weekend. The anti inflametry meds did not do much for Locky, there was little change in the swelling of his paw. His mood was also not the normal happy chappy. His appetite, drinking and weeing had not changed which was somewhat of a comfort. Unfortunately, on Sunday morning there was a change. When I got up in the morning he had a bold spot on his paw. This spot changed to an small open wound and that changed to a bigger open wound. I was quickly intouch with the daybreaks team and as it was developing it was felt to get him to emergency vets in Shirley. Once arrived I explained to the vet the history, what has already been investigated and the conclusions from those investigations. The vet drained fluids from Locky’s paw and then Locky had to recover from the sedation. Locky is suspected to have an infection, although they are not sure. Locky is on antibiotics for 10 days. If it does not work, more x-rays maybe needed, if that is inconclusive blood test. I think it is best to be positive and think this will now resolve his paw. Why this has happened the vet was honest and said he does not know. Locky seems brighter today and more alert so that are good starting signs. Locky will have his castration check-up tomorrow so I will ask them to check the bandage and the paw too. As you can appreciate as Locky has not been well we have not been able to do much around his behavioural improvements and for now we will need to focus on him getting better. I want to say a thank you to the daybreaks team helping to get an emergency vet sorted out quickly. I must admit that it was a bit of a worrying time yesterday.
Posted by cloggyerik on March 29, 2021, 10:34 am | 👍 0 Likes
Samson
I’m Homed
My cuddle goes to Samson tonight. He is a big lad, very affectionate, he snuggles into you. 🙂 Do hope his someone special will find him soon. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 28, 2021, 10:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lauren
I’m Homed
Wonderful news for Lauren! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 28, 2021, 10:04 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Wow, what a day. I picked Dave and Maisie Moo up this morning, we arrived at the kennels and Denise had cleaned three kennels already. She and Dave finished the rest, sadly Dave didn't feel 100% and went home, hoping he feels better soon. Liz_Beth came in to do walks, we also had the lovely Ben who's mom adopted Della recently come in and help and as already mentioned Denise. Thanks so much to Liz for taking Ritchie out for a long walk. Lots of sand run bookings, bedding donations and a viewing. It was quite a close call, Samson was first to be seen and then Lauren, she was the chosen one and made a greyt impression on her new dad (he just so happens to know Trudies dad who recommend he came to see us). Raffle tickets are still available, there is the fab doggy hamper and the chocolate hamper too. £1.00 a ticket and the drawer will take place on Easter Sunday. You can pay over the phone if you would like. Thanks to Julie and Adrian who collected a donation from Pets at Home and to Lisa B for collecting it from the kennels. Well I'm back at home and I feel it is now wine and recline time. Take care all.xx
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on March 28, 2021, 8:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lauren
I’m Homed
Aw, sweet girl, lovely to see that you have found yourself a new home, well done and be happy xxxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 28, 2021, 7:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ritchie
I’m Homed
Ritchie came out for a lovely long walk with me today. He was so happy when it was his turn to go out, as he really does love being with someone and having a bit of extra attention. He walks very well and the lead stayed relaxed for the vast majority of the walk. He is a bit interested in other dogs and does whine on occasion, when he sees one in the distance. That said, when he actually gets close to the dog he is very manageable. He is keen to have a good look, but doesn't lunge. He did bark at one dog today, who completely ignored him. Ritchie backed down very quickly and we then walked with this dog and his owner for the next five minutes. Once Ritchie had had the first (and last word), I didn't hear a peep more out of him! We walked for about two hours and he was very happy to see his bed again. He flopped on it very contentedly to catch his breath. He is a really handsome boy. Fingers crossed he won't be at the kennels for too long xx
Posted by Liz_beth on March 28, 2021, 6:43 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Woody (Sanka)
I’m Homed
Sanka walked very well today and we only had to get the ball out once. When we arrived back so quickly, Jo assumed that the walk hadn't gone very well. It was quite the opposite. In fact, we had virtually sprinted along the A45 and back to the kennels. He was in the mood for a fast walk and that was what he got 🙂 He's a super boy xx
Posted by Liz_beth on March 28, 2021, 6:32 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lauren
I’m Homed
Yay, you've gone home! Lovely news, wishing you many happy times ahead. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on March 28, 2021, 4:22 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pitch
I’m Homed
Pitch has found herself a lovely home and a very handsome Greyhound to share her life with. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 27, 2021, 10:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Buddy
I’m Homed
So happy for Buddy! Sending him my cuddle tonight. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 27, 2021, 10:29 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
A very busy day today! Lots of visitors for nail clipping and the sand run. It's always so good to see past Daybreaks residents looking healthy and happy! :)) A lady brought her beautiful lad Joseph to find himself a friend...he and his Mum chose Pitch. 🙂 She and Joseph make a lovely couple. 🙂 Buddy was also a very lucky lad and has found himself a great home with a lovely couple. 🙂 He was excellent at "selling himself" especially laying on his back, legs in the air looking very relaxed. 🙂 He is a smashing boy. Xxx Thanks so much to everyone who dropped by with donations of bedding and to the gentleman who brought in lots of tins of sardines. So very kind of you. :))) We tucked up the boys and girls with a Kong at bedtime. Ruth had also made up a "licky mat" for one of our more stressed boys. We left it by the door to the kennels only to find When we came to collect it that Tiggy had road tested it! :)) It was funny and she looked very pleased with herself. :)) Xxx My lovely Lyra and Skip were a little late having a play in the sand run and got straight into the car to go home afterwards...I now have a very sandy and soggy ball on a rope in the back. She always likes to bring out the toy she has been playing with. Sure it will have dried out by tomorrow!:)) Xxx Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 27, 2021, 10:23 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Locky
I’m Homed
Hope Mr Locky is feeling a bit brighter today and that his paw isn't bothering him too much. He is obviously learning so much in his foster home, and is in the best place to recuperate from his op. As shanishoo says, Erik's updates are a learning experience for us hoomans too! x
Posted by Shanesmum on March 27, 2021, 4:17 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Buddy
I’m Homed
Yay, another lovely red sign - well done Buddy! x
Posted by Shanesmum on March 27, 2021, 4:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pitch
I’m Homed
Fabulous - a lovely red sign, well done. x
Posted by Shanesmum on March 27, 2021, 4:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pitch
I’m Homed
Well done gorgeous girl xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 27, 2021, 3:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Buddy
I’m Homed
Well done sweetheart xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 27, 2021, 3:58 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Matilda Rose (Trudie) (Jenny)
I’m Homed
Great to hear Trudie is doing so well. 🙂 Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 26, 2021, 10:34 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Sending lots of love to Shirley, get well soon...we miss you!! 🙂 Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 26, 2021, 10:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Woody
I’m Homed
A big cuddle for Woody tonight...he is such a great boy. Hoping all goes well for him. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 26, 2021, 10:28 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Matilda Rose (Trudie) (Jenny)
I’m Homed
What a little poppet I am so happy that she has found her perfect forever home xxxxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 26, 2021, 9:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes