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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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Locky
I’m Homed
I love reading these updates on Locky, it sounds like he is really responding to all the training and time you are so kindly giving him, it's fascinating to read about all the things to lookout for to anticipate Lockys behaviour and it is passing on knowledge for all of us to look for and apply. Keep up the good work, i look forward to the next Locky instalment xxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 24, 2021, 6:43 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Matilda Rose (Trudie) (Jenny)
I’m Homed
Oh Jenny, I am over the moon for you, I was starting to get tempted myself, I think you a a little smasher xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 24, 2021, 6:36 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Pitch
I’m Homed
Aw, bless her, she looks so beautiful xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 24, 2021, 2:11 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Locky
I’m Homed
Locky, has been busy. I have been training him so he knows his name. I do that with high value treats. He is making great progress, I can get recall with him now, not yet fully consistent but he is either turning his head or coming to me when I call his name. He is making progress with other dogs. It is now clear that he is fine with confident and calm dogs. It does not matter if they are large or small, fluffy or not, black, white or tan. He remains very curious but does not lunge at them with a slow approach. When they are excitable dogs, that will increase the likelihood that Locky will react. He is never first to start barking, once the other is barking he will respond. His breathing is also a good indication of his state of mind. Because he is such a big boy, you can really hear him change his rate of breathing. This indicates his level of excitement. It is important to note that in his body language I do not see signs of aggression. He is displaying excitement and insecurity. As I have mentioned before, we have a very vocal Westy next door. Who is helping Locky (although the Westy does not know that :-)) overcome his need to react to the Westy’s barking (disensitising Locky to the stumili). Overtime this should also help with his reduced response to excitable dogs when walking. I am seeing progress here too, when the Westy barks more often then not he is not getting up, or running upstairs to look out of the window and bark at the Westy. I have noticed that Locky is getting more comfortable and relaxed at our home. When he is in the garden his tail is in a nutural to confident position, unlike when he is out in the big world he is more inclined to have his tail tucked between his legs. His pupils are also less dilated and, he rolls on his back now and then. I do think that he will settle slowly in his forever home, they will need some patients with him. He is also doing well with his table manners, compared to Charlotte (our Greyhound) Locky has no problem or needs to make a special effort to reach the dining table top. We had to realy train him with the power of the back. Meaning turning our back to him and giving him no attention. This is also paying of as he is now more inclined to lie down and not interrupt our, breakfast, lunch or dinner. Locky is making good progress with his indoor manners. He is gaining confidence indoors and in the garden. He is responding to his name. He is slowly improving not to respond to the Westy. He is making progress with his insecurity towards other breeds. Overall he is doing really well, I am really pleased with this gentle giant. Tomorrow he will have his castration operation and will have to have some down time whilst he recovers. Great progress, well done Locky.
Posted by cloggyerik on March 24, 2021, 11:46 am | 👍 0 Likes
Matilda Rose (Trudie) (Jenny)
I’m Homed
Jenny's new photos are so lovely! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 23, 2021, 10:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Buddy
I’m Homed
Beautiful new photos of Buddy. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 23, 2021, 10:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Matilda Rose (Trudie) (Jenny)
I’m Homed
I love jennys winnie the pooh coat xxx
Posted by jetlucy on March 23, 2021, 9:13 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Barney
I’m Homed
Everything crossed for a happy outcome Barney. Xx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on March 23, 2021, 8:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Barney
I’m Homed
Yay, fingers crossed for you Barney, be good xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 23, 2021, 7:00 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lauren
I’m Homed
I'm sorry this girl is no longer reserved but as Rubytwoshoes quite rightly says, Lauren is stunning so I'm sure she will be re-reserved asap xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 23, 2021, 6:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Woody
I’m Homed
Big hugs for Woody, I'm gutted that things didn't work out for him this time, but fingers crossed for a new forever home soon xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 23, 2021, 6:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Barney
I’m Homed
Barney has been Reserved but there are a few things to be taken into consideration before he can go home. Please keep your fingers crossed for him. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 23, 2021, 6:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lauren
I’m Homed
What a shame poppet, but I am sure that red sign will be back again soon. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on March 23, 2021, 6:19 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Woody
I’m Homed
Bad luck sweetheart, so sad for everyone - but at least you have the offer of a foster home in a few days, so hang on in there. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on March 23, 2021, 6:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Woody
I’m Homed
Very sadly due to a change of circumstances Woody has been returned to the kennels today. However, he has been offered a lovely foster and will be going back out again at the weekend. We are so sorry for all concerned. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 23, 2021, 5:43 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lauren
I’m Homed
I am sure that with her stunning good looks and lovely nature this fantastic girl will soon gain her much deserved forever sofa. Huge hugs for you gorgeous girl. Xxxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on March 23, 2021, 4:36 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lauren
I’m Homed
Sadly Lauren is no longer Reserved...but I am sure it wont be long before she has her forever home. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 23, 2021, 3:21 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Matilda Rose (Trudie) (Jenny)
I’m Homed
Jenny is a very pretty, petite girl. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 22, 2021, 10:47 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Buddy
I’m Homed
A big cuddle for new boy Buddy! What a stunning lad he is. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 22, 2021, 10:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Barney
I’m Homed
Barney breaks my heart. He is not happy in the kennels lovely though they are. He loves attention and was very relaxed on a bed in the outside kennel whilst I stroked him. Had a short walk with him, couldn't go far be cause he is post op., and he is brilliant on the lead. He has got beautiful eyes. Gorgeous boy lots of cuddles xxxxx
Posted by rubytwoshoes on March 22, 2021, 6:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes