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George
I’m Homed
Spoke to George's new family today. He is doing really well and getting along great with his Greyhound sister. He was enjoying his Birthday in true Greyhound style...laying on his back with all his legs in the air! Happy Birthday George!! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 10, 2020, 8:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Happy birthday gorgeous George. Xx
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on November 10, 2020, 5:34 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Sending happy birthday wishes to you sweetheart and hoping things are going well for you. xx
Posted by Shanesmum on November 10, 2020, 11:57 am | 👍 0 Likes
Bess
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Happy heavenly birthday to my beautiful Bess who would have been 11 today. My first one without you. What I would give to be able to cuddle you and kiss your lovely face and chat to you again. We had 8 years together and I would do it all again knowing of the heartbreak at the end because the sadness never outweighs the happiness that you gave to me. Love you forever mush, Mum and Reene xxxx
Posted by Mygirlsforever on November 10, 2020, 9:58 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
There was just Sue and I in this morning, along with our own dogs, Sue's Tom and my Skip and Lyra. it was strange having more pet dogs at the kennels than Trust residents. 🙂 George was pleased to see us and after breakfast we all went out for a walk. George took a liking to Tom and enjoyed walking with him. When we came back we let them all wander around together. George found himself a bed in the office and had a good snooze. :)) This afternoon he had a second visit from the family he met yesterday and they decided to offer him his forever home! :)) He has gone out on trial with them, he has a very pretty Greyhound sister. 🙂 xx Do hope all goes well. Xxx We are hoping to be able to take more dogs in soon. Thank you again to everyone who has fostered one of our lovely boys and girls. So kind of you. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 9, 2020, 9:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Woo well done gorgeous george! Xxx
Posted by jetlucy on November 9, 2020, 9:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Prince
I’m Homed
I thought I’ll give a report on Prince. When you meet him, he is always pleased to see you and wants to go out of his kennel. No different when we came with Charlotte to see if they get on. Prince, as he is a young lad, can be a bit to enthusiastic and Charlotte let it be know she does not appreciate that. Otherwise they got on fine. On the way home he was busy with a toy as he is not keen on driving. By the time we got home he had destroyed it. I do the normal intro routine with him. That is to say, first to the garden (not through the house). Then when he has sniffed and done a wee, I took him to the front door and invited him in. Let him explore the downstairs. Being a curious 2 year old his nose and mouth was very busy for the next two days exploring his new environment. It is taking him time to settle in, he first was a bit confused about our 4 year old, specially when she made high pitch noises, as he would run up to her and smell her enthusiastically. I observe him closely when he is with my daughter and do not allow the two to be in one room without supervision. He is getting better as time passes. This is also because we explained to our daughter why Prince reacts and to keep it down. So both are learning which is great. At first he did not respond to his name at all, this is slowly changing, hence control is a challenge. He has now been castrated, all has gone well and he is recovering fine. But he is still weeing everywhere to the dismay of my long suffering wife. The hormonal drive does not stop straight away after the castration and can take some time fade away. Prince is definitely a toy boy. He really loves to play with squeaky and fluffy toys including my home-made scent toys. He has destroyed quite a number of both Charlottes and our daughters toys. To be fair to Prince our home is a target rich environment with a 4 year old toys lying around everywhere. It is a great opportunity for him to experience all he can. Before his operation we played with a flirt pole which he really likes. We have to keep things calm for now until he is fully recovered which he probably does not like as he wants to be entertained. He also quickly discovered the kitchen and that there is food there. He is very easy to walk does not pull as a rule. He gets excited when he sees little dogs. I observed that, when they are near by he does not react he is interested but just watches. When they move away or he can see them in the distance, he will do his high pitch barking. He has a calm and kind temperament but very curious and seems to lack some spatial awareness, which means he can bump into things, knock items over or bump into your legs whilst walking. In short he is a kind, clumsy, young boy who loves to play with anything fluffy and behaves like a toddler. He can be a hand full but also just good fun. Who ever takes him will need, patience a sense of humour and willing to engage with him.
Posted by cloggyerik on November 9, 2020, 8:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Oh George I am so happy to see a lovely red sign for you my lovely. Hope everything works out for you, you are such a lovely soul who deserves that forever sofa. xxxx
Posted by Shanesmum on November 9, 2020, 5:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Wonderful news George, I am over the moon for you, have a very happy birthday tomorrow, what a great present!!!! Xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on November 9, 2020, 4:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Ok thanks for letting me know good one George hope you b very happy in your new home and happy birthday to you for tomorrow
Posted by 70netty on November 9, 2020, 3:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
70netty, thank you so much for your offer to foster George...BUT he has been offered a permanent home! :)) Xxx Just in time for his Birthday tomorrow! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 9, 2020, 3:06 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Hi there if nobody comes for George could you please consider me as I would love to foster him and I think he would love some play mates and a settee to sleep on thanks if I can please phone me on 07846297976
Posted by 70netty on November 9, 2020, 2:25 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Celia Jannah
I’m Homed
Sounds like you all had a great time! I bet the young man absolutely loved being out with you and Jess. I guess he doesn't know Greyhounds are built for short bursts of speed and not long hikes! :)) Xxx Sure you will all sleep well tonight! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on November 9, 2020, 12:17 am | 👍 0 Likes
Jessamine Princess
I’m Homed
Well I met some people today where Dad works then went out for a walk with someone new ( with Dad of course as well) , who am I kidding it was the longest WALK I've ever been on in my life EVER and I kept getting called "Jessica Jones" , but Daddy Jeff thought the name was fun , Celia explains it better than me. Friendly young man that took us though , of course I jumped up at him and gave him a hug when I met him , I wouldn't be me without doing that. If I can just get some sleep , I'd do it all again , sorry so tired now can't speak anymore ....Jess xx
Posted by Jeffrey on November 8, 2020, 11:01 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Celia Jannah
I’m Homed
Well Jeff took us to a very different place today , he said it was were he gos when he leaves us for 7 hours , I think he called it "Work" or something ,I met a few people that dad calls "his boss" and "other staff" ( haven't got a clue what he's on about) then this nice young man came out of the house and we had a walk with him , God he can walk me and Jess were knackered when we got home. ( you may know I work in a Care Home with Adults with Autism and learning difficulties so to be able to do this is absolutely fantastic interaction for My girls... Jeff )
Posted by Jeffrey on November 8, 2020, 10:29 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Handsome George came with me to Sheldon Country Park today. He travelled well in the car and was even confident enough to jump in on his own in the way back to the kennels. He is a very friendly boy and enjoys his cuddles. We met quite a few different breeds of dog and he was fine with them. He is a bit interested when he sees them running in the distance, but who can blame him! He walks at a good pace and is an excellent companion. He's such a good looking boy. Fingers crossed his second viewing tomorrow goes well xx
Posted by Liz_beth on November 8, 2020, 5:27 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Another quiet day at the kennels today, it's all very strange!! We had a couple of sand run users, food collections and Scooby went out on foster this afternoon. George had a visit today and met the family greyhound, he has a second visit tomorrow to make sure they are still friends!!
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on November 8, 2020, 4:19 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Scooby
I’m Homed
Well done on finding a foster home Scooby xxxx
Posted by shanishoo on November 8, 2020, 3:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
George
I’m Homed
Oh George, I hope you get fostered soon, you can't be the only one in kennels surely xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on November 8, 2020, 3:58 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
ok kate thanks Xxxx
Posted by mary/john on November 8, 2020, 9:55 am | 👍 0 Likes