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I’m Homed
Wow, was it cold today! Brrr...we kept the kennel doors closed and with the underbed heating on it felt quite cosy inside. :)) Our lovely volunteer Yvonne came in today. Very sadly she broke her arm a few weeks ago and has had to stay at home....but she came in for a few hours and was back to helping with everything, we had to keep reminding her to take it easy! :))) Yvonne, Louise and I took Alex, Hollie and Dizzy for a walk along the lane this morning. Yvonne had my Skip as he is nice and easy to walk. :)) None of them seemed to mind the snow showers and wind chill factor!! Can't wait for spring to arrive! :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on February 8, 2021, 10:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Russ
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Russ, how exciting to have a Valentines pressie from gorgeous Florence! :)) Xxx It's good to get your booster done, great to hear you are a healthy boy! :))) Skip has to have his later this month too. Don't think he will be very impressed! Hope you have got everyone to check their clocks today and you got your dinner at the right time!? :))) Lots of love Kate Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on February 8, 2021, 9:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Florence (Westy)
I’m Homed
Florence, how lovely to hear from you! Sorry to hear you have a sist but not a sister! Do hope you are all keeping warm in this very chilly weather. The woolly puppies are very cute! Good job they have their woolly coats to keep them warm. Really hope we will get to see you all in the spring. Lots of love Kate Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on February 8, 2021, 9:54 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Florence (Westy)
I’m Homed
Hello Auntie Kate, mom said you liked updates so I thought I’d write to you. I had to go to the V.E.T last week as mom found a lump on my leg. Apparently I’ve got a sist, I was hoping that an ‘er’ was going to the end of the sist but it didn’t happen. I did get my booster though as they won’t do them here at the moment but as I was already there I had it done, only 2 weeks late! There are white woolly puppies being born here now, they look cute but mom won’t let go and play with them! I hope that soon we’ll be able to come and see you all and maybe we can sneak a sibling back home with us that TC won’t notice. Lubs you lots. Florence xxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on February 8, 2021, 8:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Cora
I’m Homed
Quick update on Cora. Despite chewing her lovely new bandage last night! She is being very good, shes a very quick learner, tomorrow we are going to get up close with the cats! So far shes ignored them through the window. Shes going to make someone a lovely companion.
Posted by skinnyme on February 8, 2021, 6:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Russ
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So I went for my boosters today! I was a very good boy and I’m a very healthy dog! No problems at all. Even though I didn’t like it there! Christian was very nice though.... It was strange as I had to go on my own without daddy! I was rather happy to see him standing outside waiting for me afterwards. I’ve received a package for Valentine’s Day off the lovely Florence! Can’t wait to see what she has got me! I’m so lucky thank you! I also sent her something! Hope she likes it. Also it can’t be a story without some drama! Yesterday I decided to bark and whine for my dinner as it was late. The problem was mummy was on a zoom call at the time so I asked them too. They didn’t do it though. Luckily my lovely sister did it for me! I love her! Lubs Russ
Posted by MontyMoo on February 8, 2021, 5:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Dizzy
I’m Homed
Hoping to see a sign ( any colour will do) for Dizzy bless him xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on February 8, 2021, 1:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Hollie
I’m Homed
Aw well done Hollie, good for you xxxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on February 8, 2021, 11:25 am | 👍 0 Likes
Dizzy
I’m Homed
Lovely to hear Dizzy has been to the park. 🙂 Sounds like he had a great time out and about with Liz. :))) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on February 7, 2021, 10:21 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Wendy
I’m Homed
Great to hear how your lovely girls Wendy and Jinky are doing. :)) Its obvious how much you love them. It's so good to know how the boys and girls are. Any previous Daybreaks residents, if you are reading this please drop us a line to let us know how you are! :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on February 7, 2021, 10:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
After such a fantastic day yesterday it meant there were only three dogs in the kennels. Today it was justmyself and Dave, unfortunately Lynne and Simon who are normally in on Sunday could not make it, Simon has been a little unwell (not covid)! The sand run was fully booked, apart from that we managed to get some things done. Washing up to date, Pets at Home donation put away (sort of)! Dizzy had an outing to the park with Liz_Beth and was a very good boy. It is always interesting and equally important to know how our inmates behave in yet another new environment. Thanks so much to Liz for taking him out on a walk where he could see more of the big wide world. As always stay safe and well. I am still trying to defrost after today's very chilly temperatures!
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on February 7, 2021, 8:04 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Wendy
I’m Homed
What a wonderful update on Wendy, and yes you are right, during these difficult times it is lovely to have an update. X
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on February 7, 2021, 7:53 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Dizzy
I’m Homed
Gorgeous Dizzy came to Elmdon Park with me today. He is such a patient boy. Not only did he stand extremely patiently whilst I figured out of how to put the harness on, only to establish it was too tight and to start again with a new one, but he also put up with me singing ' I'm so dizzy' repeatedly!! He was a good boy on the walk and whilst initially a bit fazed by dogs running around him, by the end of the walk he came nose to nose with several breeds with no reaction. There was quite a lot of activity around the lake with lots of people and dogs. He was quite bewildered to start with and didn't know where to look first, but soon settled down and took it in his stride. He is a very sweet, gentle boy. Fingers crossed he gets his forever sofa soon xx
Posted by Liz_beth on February 7, 2021, 6:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Wendy
I’m Homed
How lovely to read such a brilliant update on the beautiful Wendy. Delighted that she continues to bring such joy & happiness to her family, especially during these very difficult times. I remember this very timid little girl well, and am so happy that she is flourishing. xxx
Posted by Shanesmum on February 7, 2021, 6:21 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Wendy
I’m Homed
Awww, Wendy sounds an absolute dream, what a lovely update, we all need some uplifting news in these difficult times, love to Jinky too xxxx
Posted by shanishoo on February 7, 2021, 12:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jane
I’m Homed
You have rehomed five of them, when we took Angel her sister jet was rehomed at the same time. XX
Posted by Nessie on February 7, 2021, 8:47 am | 👍 0 Likes
Jim
I’m Homed
Well Jim has come right out of his shell at home, he was a little stoic at the kennels, on guard and taking everything in. It turns out when you get him into a home he melts into the most affection loving and inquisitive soul! He seems good on walks, just a little excitable when he sees the other dogs off lead. He also seems to be almost grasping the concept of house training already, he knows to go to the back door but has had one little accident over night. Overall he’s a lovely protecting brother who is secretly a little softie! Fingers crossed for cat introductions later xxxx
Posted by Rosie&Jim’sMum on February 7, 2021, 7:47 am | 👍 0 Likes
Rosie
I’m Homed
Well as we all probably expected, Rosie has been an absolute angel since we picked her up. She is the most loving and naturally well behaved girl in the house! She’s a little bit timid when she has to decide what she wants to do for herself but so far it’s coming down to either fuss or snuggling up with Jim in bed, fingers crossed for cat introductions later on xxxx
Posted by Rosie&Jim’sMum on February 7, 2021, 7:40 am | 👍 0 Likes
Wendy
I’m Homed
During these difficult times I thought it good to give a further update on Wendy. She is now such a confident and happy dog, always 'smiling' and absolutely adores her 'sister' Jinky! She is a real joy and brings much happiness day by day. It is hard to believe that she ran some 80 odd races, particularly when you see her curled up on the bed for the most of the day. Someone was definitely looking over both myself and Jinky on the day that we decided to adopt her. I do hope that Ruth and all the staff at daybreaks are able to continue to give these wonderful dogs a most loving home.
Posted by marbury on February 7, 2021, 12:53 am | 👍 0 Likes
Hollie
I’m Homed
Hollie is settling nicely at the kennels now. :)) She is such a very sweet girl. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on February 6, 2021, 10:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes