Welcome to Daybreaks Talk
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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Bobby
I’m Homed
Thanks so much to Norman for taking Bobby to the park this morning. :)) He still looks quite worried sometimes, but is beginning to settle in his new surroundings. He does love lots of cuddles! Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 27, 2023, 10:55 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Truf Truf
I’m Homed
Truf Truf says hi! She has been to the cafe in Kenilworth with her doggy friend and been a really good girl meeting lots of different people and dogs. She went into Iceland to do a bit of shopping (chose sardines - obviously!) and the checkout lady gave her a bonio for being a good girl. She is walking in the big park very much more confidently now. Xx
Posted by DawnC on June 27, 2023, 10:48 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Hi Rob! Thank you...I discovered it this morning! :)) YIPPEE !! :)) Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 27, 2023, 8:56 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
I'm a little bit late on the update on this: The slip road onto the A45 towards the kennels from Birmingham Airport is now back OPEN... it has been a long 6 months with that being closed but thankful its back open. Much quicker getting to the kennels from Sheldon area.
Posted by RobT on June 27, 2023, 3:40 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Bobby
I’m Homed
Bobby today paid a visit to Elmdon Park. He was a pleasure to be with in the park. After travelling perfectly in the car he walked sensibly throughout on the lead. On meeting other breeds although showing curiosity there was no aggression whatsoever He is a really quiet amiable dog who will be a fabulous addition to his future home when it finally arrives
Posted by Stormin on June 27, 2023, 2:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
Do you have a greyhounds that is 10 years or older and have NEVER had a corn? If you do, I need your help! We are helping Fivelands Vets with a study on corns and a simple swab from your greyhound will help this research. Please contact Daybreaks as soon as possible if you can bring your greyhound up for this. All those who participate will be awarded a treat! If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Many thanks Ruth Price Daybreaks Kennels Manager 0121 782 7702 I can post out so please DM me your address if you can help
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 27, 2023, 7:52 am | 👍 0 Likes
Daybreaks Diary!
I’m Homed
For those of you who knew Bob, his funeral will be at Robin Hood Crematorium on Tuesday 11th July 2023 at 1pm. Family flowers only and donations to Daybreaks Trust. We are asking for Daybreaks volunteers to wear their Trust tops if possible please.
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 26, 2023, 11:42 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Magic
I’m Homed
I had the most wonderful evening doing a home check for Magics new owners. All I can say is that he is going to be one seriously lucky fella. I couldn’t wish for more x
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 26, 2023, 11:36 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Great to hear how well Josh is doing! He sounds very happy and settled. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 26, 2023, 10:53 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Simba
I’m Homed
Simba went off to the vets with Ruth first thing this morning for his Neutering operation. Xxx Hollie and I collected him this afternoon. He was a very good boy at the vets and felt well enough when he got back to eat his dinner. He is such a very handsome lad. Do hope his special forever home will soon be his. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 26, 2023, 10:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
What a fabulous update on josh! Well done to you josh and well done to everyone who has helped/is helping you. Just shows, everyone deserves a chance xxx
Posted by jetlucy on June 26, 2023, 8:59 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Thank you Hannah for your update which I have posted from your email. I am truly over the moon that Josh is doing so well. I believe that his progress has been helped massively by Erik who worked so hard with him with training and also many trips to the vets in addition to taking him to Wendy the chiropractor. Many cases of aggression are triggered because of pain and I believe that Josh has overcome these because of the support he has had - many rehoming centres would have had him PTS because of his history of aggression - but not at Daybreaks - we pledge to support all of the dogs lucky enough to come to us, but we can only do this because of the support of everyone. Thank you!
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 26, 2023, 4:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Josh
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Update from Josh; Hello everyone, Josh here. It's been so lovely to hear that some of you have found forever and foster homes, congratulations and enjoy your humans, treats and cuddles x I've been staying at my foster home for 2 weeks now and I think I have started to work it out and feel more safe and confident. I have 3 meals a day alongside my medication, I eat the lots of it. We then go out after each meal for a short walk. I get tired easily in the heat so this is good for me. I am super good at walking they tell me. I dont even bark at other dogs which they say is good! Going outside for a walk is the best thing in the world, I get soooo excited. It's brilliant. I haven't been upstairs, not sure I want to, I also havent jumped on any furniture. Humans have asked if I want to, but it's not for me. There is nothing I like better than a cool spot on the carpet to just lie down near them. Humans say I make a funny noise when I do this, they laugh with me! It feels sooooo good to rest. (Joshy breathes out with such delight!!) I've recently started playing with my teddy and a squeeky ball. It makes me spin and runs so quick I am so happy!! Then I sleep agains. Humans keep an eye on me as they dont want me to injure myself or have pain. I know things havent been easy for me or my previous care love givers, but I just want to let them know that I am doing OK at the moment. Nothing has scared me and I love to ask for cuddles and be loved, brushed and having a chat x I hope I can keep this up. thank you for believing in me, I really am doing my best. (Hannah; Josh really is doing so well, he's settled in and is just such a well behaved, joyous, happy soul. I do wonder, knowing how unwell he has been that this knowledge has given us our safe boundaries with him. Which have helped him settle, I imagine being overwhelmed with fuss and attention would not be josh's thing. I just hope that this continues for him as he is in a really good place right now, well done Josh and thank you to everyone who has worked so hard with him.)
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 26, 2023, 4:17 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Simba
I’m Homed
had so many cuddles with this handsome boy yesterday, he has such a lovely personality x
Posted by CharlotteR on June 26, 2023, 8:40 am | 👍 0 Likes
Luna (Jet)
I’m Homed
Dear little Luna, so very sad for you and your family. I know how hard they tried to make things right for you and how much they love you. Xxx Sometimes things are just not meant to be. Xxx I hope a new home will soon be yours. Lots of love to you all. Kate Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 25, 2023, 9:29 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Sammy (Del Boy)
I’m Homed
A very happy 1st Gotcha Day to gorgeous Sammy! I'm sure you have had a great day...hope your Dad has let you dig as many holes as you wanted to! :)) Lots of love Kate, Skip, Lyra and Cracker. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on June 25, 2023, 9:13 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Luna (Jet)
I’m Homed
From Lunas owners….. We are utterly heartbroken to be returning our beautiful girl Luna. She is a loveable, kind, gentle soul who needs a home that isn’t as busy as ours in becoming. Unfortunately in recent months it has become clear that luna and our other greyhound Artemis aren’t getting on and try as we have we haven’t been able to repair their relationship. It has been a very difficult and upsetting road and bring her back has been one of the most difficult decisions we have ever made. We would just like to try and find a home that is best suited for our wonderful girl. She can manage busy households and events fine. She was always good when we had a full house of grandparents, nieces, nephews and siblings and she had been to events like weddings and parties. However needs a household that isn’t busy all the time. She definitely needs lots of chill time with her new family cuddles up on the sofa. She is fine with other dogs. She had 2 doggy cousins who were westiepoos who used to dive up her legs when they greeted her and follow her around. However again she likes her space and would do best in a single dog house hold but visiting families with dogs, going for walks with other dogs - no problem for luna. We did foster a male grey for a few months over lockdown Christmas and she seemed to get on well with him so maybe she’s also suit a family with a male grey, I couldn’t be sure. She is also good with kids, she has has been around our nephews and nieces for years who rang from 2-8 and in the last year she has lived with our baby who is now 11 month old who she has always been really good with. She can be a bit of a nervous girl so does need a calm loving household. She is fine being left as we worked full time just being let out in the middle of the day. She is house trained along with basic commands - bed, wait, spin, up and paw. However I would make sure you have a safe space or a kong to keep her entertained as she can be a bit of a chewer when left alone. She truly is an amazing and loving dog. If you looking for a chilled out girl who just wants to snuggle look no further.
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 25, 2023, 2:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Luna (Jet)
I’m Homed
We are utterly heartbroken to be returning our beautiful girl Luna. She is a loveable, kind, gentle soul who needs a home that isn’t as busy as ours in becoming. Unfortunately in recent months it has become clear that luna and our other greyhound Artemis aren’t getting on and try as we have we haven’t been able to repair their relationship. It has been a very difficult and upsetting road and bring her back has been one of the most difficult decisions we have ever made. We would just like to try and find a home that is best suited for our wonderful girl. She can manage busy households and events fine. She was always good when we had a full house of grandparents, nieces, nephews and siblings and she had been to events like weddings and parties. However needs a household that isn’t busy all the time. She definitely needs lots of chill time with her new family cuddles up on the sofa. She is fine with other dogs. She had 2 doggy cousins who were westiepoos who used to dive up her legs when they greeted her and follow her around. However again she likes her space and would do best in a single dog house hold but visiting families with dogs, going for walks with other dogs - no problem for luna. We did foster a male grey for a few months over lockdown Christmas and she seemed to get on well with him so maybe she’s also suit a family with a male grey, I couldn’t be sure. She is also good with kids, she has has been around our nephews and nieces for years who rang from 2-8 and in the last year she has lived with our baby who is now 11 month old who she has always been really good with. She can be a bit of a nervous girl so does need a calm loving household. She is fine being left as we worked full time just being let out in the middle of the day. She is house trained along with basic commands - bed, wait, spin, up and paw. However I would make sure you have a safe space or a kong to keep her entertained as she can be a bit of a chewer when left alone. She truly is an amazing and loving dog. If you looking for a chilled out girl who just wants to snuggle look no further.
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 25, 2023, 2:02 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Luna (Jet)
I’m Homed
Heartbreakingly Luna has been returned today. She was adopted back in 2018 but unfortunately she has not been getting on with the family's existing greyhound. They have tried everything over the years and together we felt it was best to find her a new home. Her owners are distraught at returning her but we support their decision and admire their perseverance in trying to keep her. She is great with children, other breeds on walks, house trained, loving but not desperate for constant attention but we feel she may just would be best as an only dog in a home. Please get in touch if you think you can offer her what she desperately needs as she is already quite stressed being back at Daybreaks.
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 25, 2023, 10:46 am | 👍 0 Likes
Sammy (Del Boy)
I’m Homed
One year ago this super boy became part of our family. The time goes by so fast.Update on his gardening skills, hole 3,4 and 5 have now been merged into one large crater. Most of the time when he isnt running around and spinning he will be digging. Recently he was snoozing under the acer tree enjoying the summer weather so I left him to it...five minutes later soil was flying in the air as excavation continued, never a dull moment! He is never far from my side and we love our sofa snuggles best.Big hugs Sam, happy gotcha day,special treats today xx
Posted by Alan&Paddy on June 25, 2023, 6:57 am | 👍 0 Likes