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Lyra (Maggie)
I’m Homed
Oh Lyra, so sorry that you’ve been through that. Delighted that you are mended. Xxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on April 1, 2020, 8:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
I spent some time today at the kennels, still very strange without any dog's. I managed to sort a lot of paperwork out as it was so very quiet. Arry came to keep me company, even he was confused! Although he had the run of the kennels he decided that the bed in the office was the best place to be :)) I went to get Pepper McNuggets food and water bowls from the aviary, no egg....until I went back with fresh food and water, low and behold there she was in her bed, she got up and hey presto one lovely blue egg and still warm. She was very talkative and enjoyed the company I think. I checked on Bob, he is in good spirits, hope enjoys the couple of dinners I took him. Hope you are all staying safe and well, the sooner this 'thing' is under control the sooner we can resume normal service. Lots of our lovely volunteers are missing coming in,I have spoken to a few, we are after all a family...the Daybreaks Family Take care everyone. Jo x
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on April 1, 2020, 8:09 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lady
I’m Homed
Hi Lady here, ive been having a whale of a time with Ringo over the last couple of weeks. Ive been walking really nicely and havent been scared by cars or lorrys, infact i saw a cat yesterday and decided not to bark or try and chase it. I worked the stairs out in 30 secs after Ringo ran up so now its a race to the best bed. I go to the toilet outside and quite like having cuddles now too. Dad says my fur is coming back on my bum and coat is looking real shiny.
Posted by Paulbickley on April 1, 2020, 7:56 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lyra (Maggie)
I’m Homed
Big cuddles for your beautiful Lyra, glad she is on the mend, hope you and your family are well Kate, stay safe xxxxx
Posted by shanishoo on March 31, 2020, 11:07 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lyra (Maggie)
I’m Homed
Greyt update on little Lyra, she is so adorable. So pleased all now seems well. Xx
Posted by Stevie,Sarah,Willow&Max'smom on March 31, 2020, 9:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lyra (Maggie)
I’m Homed
A big cuddle for Lyra tonight. Two weeks ago she managed to slice her carpal pad whilst playing in the garden with Fletcher. She had a trip to the vets without me as I had recently had a cold and understandably due to the Corona Virus situation I wasn't allowed to take her. Richard very kindly took her for me and picked her up later in the day after she had five stitches. He and Lucy also took her for a dressing change too, thank you both so much. Xxx Trying to keep her quiet, stop her bouncing from bed to bed, playing with her toys and running around the garden has been so difficult as these are the things she loves to do!!! 🙂 No walks the first week and only short walks last week, she has been so very fed up and frustrated. Her stitches were due to come out today and with the vets permission I took them out this afternoon. Touch wood all looks good. :)) She celebrated by chasing her ball around the garden. She was so happy! :)) She is affectionately known at home as Lyra Nightmare....always doing something she shouldn't! We love our little spotty dog very much. :))) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on March 31, 2020, 9:54 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Susie
I’m Homed
Susie has very much enjoyed her walk this evening meeting cattle & calves along the way. She wasn’t at all worried by their size or mooing! Shes a pleasure to walk and trots along with Eric, Mavis & Blitz. In the house she’s really clean and let’s you know if she needs to go out. She’s now used to hairdryers, vacuums and Xbox!
Posted by JesterJayne on March 31, 2020, 7:32 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
The sand run is open for bookings by calling 0121 782 7702.
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on March 31, 2020, 1:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Hi guys, is the sand run still open for use? I have been taking my greys on walks for 2-3 hrs daily round where I live which they absolutely love but one of mine is very energetic with a high prey drive and I feel a good run would do him good!!! I am only in Marston Green so about a 5 min drive from the kennels, do you think I am allowed to drive there (alone with the dogs) and if so are you still running the slots? Regards. Hilary x
Posted by Hilary'sgreys on March 31, 2020, 11:38 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Thx all I'm gonna take Ruth up on here offer and go clean the sand run today .
Posted by Maisiemoodad on March 30, 2020, 8:26 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Hi Dave yes Mark knows how you feel but its been a lot harder for him to accept he's been basically in isolation since Jan after his shoulder operation and just as he's starting to be allowed out he's told he's got to stop in,Be strong Dave hopefully it will all be back to normal soon and just enjoy that extra 1 to 1 time with Maisie,Tanya,Mark,Nifty,Cilla n Flo xx
Posted by Nifty'sMom&Dad on March 30, 2020, 7:29 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Hi Dave, try and learn some meditation techniques online and set a structure to your day with set times for getting up, eating, walking Maisie, household tasks, bed etc. Thinking of you. Xxx
Posted by Thethirdronnie on March 29, 2020, 8:37 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Hi Dave, was thinking about you & Maisiemoo funnily enough today. Like Ruth, no chance to be bored with my 3 boys & house & garden to look after. Am in process of losing all my work sadly so a very worrying time but with my 3 its constant cleaning, washing, walking etc etc. I have loads of projects to get on with & am trying to eat better by cooking etc. Spoke to Jo yday. She must have forgotten me today....she was going to tell me when we could come to sand run. We all had a lovely hrs walk instead. The village is wonderfully quiet. I wish it was like this forever. Maybe you can learn to cook a bit more, make some nice homemade snacks for maisiemoo. I have nice recipes if you want. Dont know if you like tv but again I have 660 hrs worth of stuff recorded to watch!! Plenty of books to read as well. I am sorry you feel bored. I do think being housebound is much easier for women then men. Human nature dictates that generally women get on with home stuff. Keep positive......it wont last forever. Every day that dawns is a day towards the end & a return to normality. Look after yourselves. Seana, Melly, Teddy & Fergal xxx
Posted by sirenmelody on March 29, 2020, 7:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Jets legs are getting shorter by the day from all the walking! Xxx
Posted by jetlucy on March 29, 2020, 6:36 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Sorry Dave - not a chance! I don't stop! My desk is full of stuff to do and got so many projects I want to do and don't get round to. Why don't you take Maisie up to the sand run - you are both allowed out and you could give it a rake at the same time!!!!.... you did ask!!!!! x ps let me know if you do, as I have taken bookings and to avoid contact with others - just whatsapp me x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on March 29, 2020, 10:32 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Hi all it's Dave and Maisie moo it's been 5 days since we were at the kennels ???? I'm so board I'm bouncing off the walls even Maisie is giving me funny looks anyone going through the same stuff ??
Posted by Maisiemoodad on March 29, 2020, 9:57 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
We currently have 17 x 12kg sacks of Burns Sensitive in stock as well as many bags of 6kg and 2kg. If you need some, please call the kennels on 0121 782 7702 to reserve your bag. The best time to call regarding food orders is between 10am and 12.30pm. Thanks very much. Ruth
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on March 28, 2020, 6:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lottie (Edwina)
I’m Homed
Hi Caro, please give me a call on 0121 782 7702. I can talk you through how to help this. Ruth x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on March 28, 2020, 6:20 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Lottie (Edwina)
I’m Homed
Ok little bit of advice please had a couple of instances today with Lottie barking and go for Joe if he happens to be on a bed she wants Joe as far as I can see hasn’t reacted and just got out of the way. Do I leave them to sort it out? On the plus side Lottie is eating much better since he arrived having completely gone off her food since losing Jed.
Posted by Caro on March 28, 2020, 5:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Hi Lewisfuggie & Liz_beth, Thank you very much for your help responses - I am really grateful. I will call Ruth first thing tomorrow then to see if she still has any bags available and if so if she could pretty please save one for me!!! I understand they are probably in demand and she may not have any left now but worth a try .... Thank you Liz_beth for your reccommendation of ordering through Zooplus, I have this evening ordered three bags from them, they are not due until a week Monday but if I do manage to get some from Daybreaks I should be able to last 🙂 Thanks so much and to all of you stay safe and take care. Xxx
Posted by Lulu'smom on March 27, 2020, 10:39 pm | 👍 0 Likes