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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.
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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Kiara
I’m Homed
Kiara has started to roach!! And she is so much more confident now :)))
Posted by RosieP on November 26, 2020, 10:14 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Sorry miss technophob here again! Where is the online shop to buy the calendar from? Xxx
Posted by jetlucy on November 26, 2020, 9:51 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Sarah
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Keeping Sarah and you all in our thoughts and praying healing prayers. Xxxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on November 26, 2020, 9:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Sarah
Over the Rainbow Bridge
What a terrible parent I am! I took Sarah Scare Bear on trial 7 years ago on 24 November, I have missed her gotcha on trial day :((( In my defence I have been preoccupied with her diagnosis of leukaemia at the end of August which came out of the blue with a routine pre op blood test. I haven't posted about this previously. There have been several occasions when I have thought I was losing her, she is a fighter and after regular blood tests, some ok results and some not so good, today I received the news that things were looking better, she is bright and happy and thankfully eating better than she was and has started to put some weight back on, she is even barking and asserting her authority on anyone who stands in her way. I know that this will not go on forever but at 12 years old I am grateful for every day I have with her. Fivelands have been absolutely amazing and I cant thank Christian enough. For anyone who doubts taking out pet insurance don't think just do it. On a lighter note the calendars are now on sale, they are greyt, the slimline are in a slightly different format to the larger ones this year, so take a look and place your orders (oh, and by the way my Sarah is miss August (courtesy of Sharron Alexandra photography).
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on November 26, 2020, 7:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Penny
I’m Homed
Penny has had another good day - the glorious, if blooming cold, weather meant we had a lovely walk around the lakes this morning, more new territory for her and her amazing ears to explore!! She is being such a good girl - we have learned not to rush her as surprisingly she is a little bit unsure at times, but letting her take things at her own pace reaps great rewards. She had a great play with a toy this afternoon - throwing it around and giving it a real good chew - until it squeaked, well that shocked her and her face was a picture!! Stifling giggles we let her carry on, and she duly started chewing and playing, until it squeaked again - well that was it!! She genuinely couldn't work out where the noise was coming from and thought discretion was the better part of valour and retired to her bed!!! xx
Posted by Shanesmum on November 26, 2020, 5:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Evening all! Bids on Tiggy's Tinseltime Auction are going well, and some new items have recently been added so why not pop over to Facebook and take a look? https://fb.me/e/2DskQkbXp 2021 Calendars are now in stock and are selling well, they are available from the kennels or via the online shop. If you plan on visiting the kennels please remember to phone ahead and make an appointment - we must all do our bit to stay safe and try to get this awful virus under control. The online dog show is taking shape and we are so excited to see photos of doggies and other pets of all shapes and sizes! Huge thanks to Lynne Male for organising - it is great that technology means we are still able to have fundraising events for our boys & girls. Stay safe and well everyone. Angie xx
Posted by Shanesmum on November 26, 2020, 5:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
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I’m Homed
We are having problems with our land line! :(( Please use the following mobile number to contact us today - 07587 133 553 🙂 So sorry for any inconvenience. Kate Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 26, 2020, 10:07 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
It was a very chilly start to the day! 🙂 Yvonne and I kept warm by keeping busy! 🙂 Angie has already mentioned Penny poped in to meet the cats but was sadly not cat friendly, but no one is perfect. 🙂 She is a super girl, my Skip really likes her. She is calmer than Lyra! :))) It was just me, Skip,and Lyra this afternoon. I worked, they supervised from their beds! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 23, 2020, 9:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Penny
I’m Homed
Great update on Penny, she sounds perfect xxx
Posted by shanishoo on November 23, 2020, 5:11 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Penny
I’m Homed
So in a change of plan - Miss Penny is now spending the remaining week or so of lockdown at Chez Scholey!! She really is a little beauty - understandably a bit confused yesterday on finding herself somewhere else again, but very soon settling down. She is a great traveller in the car, and is a quiet and calm personality. She has 3 toys to choose from, but so far has only had a few seconds play with one of them. Given time she will get to realise the fun to be had throwing toys around the room! She does love her food and treats though - and while she will come up to you whilst you are eating for a sniff and a look with those gorgeous eyes! she doesn't pester and will happily go on to her bed and wait, just in case a tidbit may come her way!! She does do the stairs, but is finding our winding, narrow cottage stairs a bit awkward - but by popping on her lead and going by her side she gets up fine, strangely going down is no problem. We popped back to the kennels to cat test her this morning following an enquiry, but sadly she is not a cat friendly girl! Not to fret though, she has got so much else going for her that we are sure that forever home will be here soon - in the meantime we are happy to have this girl in our home. Angie x
Posted by Shanesmum on November 23, 2020, 5:04 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Prince
I’m Homed
Hi all thank you for your kind words really nice to hear. I do understand and know that I have achieved a lot with Prince. He is a beautiful young lad, with lots of energy and a great sense of curiosity. I must put Sofia’s (Our daughter) safety first, who is a noisy and very active 4-year-old girl, as she should be. I just feel I could have achieved more with Prince. Interestingly, Sofia has already asked when the next doggy will come 🙂 For Prince, I belief he could really thrive with the family he has gone to now. I also want to thank Prince as he taught me a lot which is great for my journey to become a dog behaviourist.
Posted by cloggyerik on November 23, 2020, 11:49 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Well....we walked into the kennels this morning and were greeted with a very festive scene! Five Christmas trees, way to tempting for Arry (doesn't ever cock his leg unless of course there is a fully decorated tree in temptations way) this is why he has gained the title of as Asbo at the kennels. Thanks to Simon who fitted new sturdy wheels to the treat trolley, that was way to interesting for Maisie, who despite wearing a muzzle still managed to drag treats and a Santa down! Lynne managed to sort the NON WORKING lights on a Christmas garland, well done. I spent ages scrubbing a chicken with not much success (don't ask, sometimes it's better not to, oh and by the way not a real chicken, nail varnish may have to be used)! Dave tackled the shed out back, it looks way better, these are things we don't have time to do when we have a "working" kennels. Although the diary looked quite quiet we had several visitors phone to collect food, by appointment only of course and some to use the sand run. Penny is having a change of scene whilst on foster, she has gone to stay with Angie and Michael, secretly between us they were keen to foster her a while ago! Many thanks to Sarah who had her on foster since lock down and for the glowing reports that she has given, we really appreciate what you have done :)) It started to get very chilly this afternoon, I was so glad to get home and put my nice warm "comfies" on, suppose we need to get ready for the onset of the winter weather now as well as everything else. I added some details onto the website of new arrivals that will be due to come into kennels once lock down is over. Keep an eye out for updated details once they arrive. It will be great to have dogs back in the kennels, its so strange not having any in :(( Well....another week is upon us, take care and stay safe everyone. X
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on November 22, 2020, 10:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Prince
I’m Homed
Erik you have done wonders for Prince's future as we all now know so much more about him which will go such a long way to help him into his perfect forever home. It seems he is a clever boy and as such a young lad he just needs the patience you afforded him just without little people. Of course you didn't fail him, obviously Sofia is the priority. Thank you for all of your hard work with Prince ! xxx Here is to the next lucky dog you help / foster x
Posted by sarah on November 22, 2020, 9:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Prince
I’m Homed
I agree with The thirdronnie, you have not failed Prince at all, please do not think that, he has learned so much from your loving patience, and the time you have given him, I am sure he has learned a lot and is very grateful to you, your daughter comes first and you have done the right thing....well done to you and Prince xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on November 22, 2020, 8:26 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
We have a lovely Christmas Tree forest in the kennels tonight....well five trees I think! :)). We thought it would cheer up visitors and us too to see some Christmas cheer! 🙂 Ruth and Tina did most of the decorating. 🙂 xx We also have some lovely edible Christmas Presents for your dogs available, including a great Advent Calandar containing a selection of the pure treets. 🙂 Why not treat your four legged friend to one? Prince came in with Erik and was such a good boy; got on great with the other Greyhounds around the kennels and has very kindly been offered another foster home. Xx We had a lot of visitors to use the sand run, it made a nice change that it didn't rain! Xx Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 21, 2020, 11:11 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Kiara
I’m Homed
It was lovely to meet Kiara at the kennels when she came for a visit recently. She is a super girl. So nice to hear she is growing in confidence and playing with toys. :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 21, 2020, 10:54 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Prince
I’m Homed
We were really sorry to hear Erik could no longer foster Prince, but we understand completely that Sofia's safety must come first. We are so grateful for all the time Erik and his family gave to help Prince settle into a home environment. He has gone to another foster home today. 🙂 Do hope he he remembers what he has learnt during his stay with Erik and will take it with him! 🙂 Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 21, 2020, 10:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Prince
I’m Homed
Oh no no no, you haven’t failed Prince, you’ve given him the most amazing time to learn about the world and passed on a wealth of information to anyone else who fosters or adopts him. You have been his saviour. Thank you for your spending your time helping him. Xxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on November 21, 2020, 9:11 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Scooby
I’m Homed
Lovely update on Scooby, thanks so much for fostering him, I know how difficult it can be to do with an existing hound (or 4!!). Nice to know they are acquainted! So pleased he has settled well and is learning the daily routines. X
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on November 21, 2020, 7:19 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Scooby
I’m Homed
Hello from Scooby. He proving to be a very easy hound to look after. His behaviour is near to perfect, sleeping soundly overnight and coping well with busy daytime routines. No fuss with eating and no drama when out walking. He’s keen to observe everything and happy to follow you around in the house. Scooby and RubelRebel are acquainted, and best out walking together. Scooby is very good at sleeping, lets try toys and playing next week.
Posted by NickandMif on November 21, 2020, 6:17 pm | 👍 0 Likes