Posted 20 November 2008 at 22:13
By Beccy
From Quedgeley
Hi Liz, We are moving to Stroud hopefully before xmas we have a 7 month old pup who would love a play mate if you want to meet up after the holiday
Posted 17 November 2008 at 23:35
By liz
From Stroud
We adopted one of Missy's pups, our utterly gorgeous boy Finn, who is now 11wks - a typical mischievious puppy, but everyone who meets him falls for him and he loves the attention! He's into everything, but loves to snuggle up for a cuddle when he's finished playing. Not quite ready to go out just yet, but is desperate to play with other dogs. He's tried with our cats, but it's a bit beneath them! I really hope his brother and sister find a home soon and I would love an update on mum too.
Posted 15 November 2008 at 15:22
By Lulu
From salisbury
Hi Sue, I took my dog to a whole day loose lead training workshop which made a huge difference. Also to help with my dogs anxiety she has had Tellington Touch therapy whch she loves. You are probably a little far away to come to my trainer but look on her website for whole day workshops as it may be worth the trip. Hope you find something to help you soon. www.funfordogs.co.uk
Posted 16 November 2008 at 18:07
By EGLR Shop
From
Thank you for the suggestion on e-cards...we tried that last year but didn't have any interest. Update on Calendars: I know its been a long time coming but we have now received the proofs and are hoping to have the real thing later this week! Will update the shop ASAP
Posted 10 November 2008 at 21:03
By tess o`callaghan
From stratford-upon-avon
hi, im scruffy i have a nice new home with a loving mummy&daddy&big brother to play with THANK YOU TO ALL THE LOVELY PEOPLE who have made this possible. I now have a nice warm home instead of a shed and plenty of love. i am really happy now that i am part of a family who really want me... My big brother and i have lots of nice walks along the river getting really muddy and enjoying ourselves,chasing and playing with each other.even the wash after not to bad considering,iknow i will get a nice treat.Got to go now as my brother&i are just going for a walks.THANK YOU XXX
Posted 16 November 2008 at 09:50
By EGLR
From
Some of the guestbook entries were lost amoungst the spam while we were on holiday, we're sorting through them now, which is why some of these are out of order!
Posted 26 October 2008 at 07:43
By Karen
From Neath S.Wales
Fantastic web site keep up the good work
Posted 11 November 2008 at 18:43
By Sue,Graham, Ella and Joe
From
We adopted Muffin (now Cassie) in Sept 07 and she is such a lovely dog kind, clever and full of fun, we couldn't have a better dog. Thankyou so much
Posted 10 November 2008 at 22:31
By Sally
From Berkshire
Hi, this is a message to Lola's Mum Joan. I was involved with Lola's rescue before she arrived at EGLR and would love to be in contact as she meant so much to me then and I would have loved to have kept her if it had been possible. I'm so glad that she's doing so well now. If you'd like to talk my e-mail is sallyfrog@hotmail.co.uk Also an update on Emir from EGLR, he's doing well, still has his touchy moments but is worth the effort and loves my other lurcher Lily so much that he shredded a large hole in my carpet when they were separated for 3 hours!!!
Posted 10 November 2008 at 22:31
By Sue
From Oxford
I am trying to find someone who understands lurchers to help me train my 4(?) yr.old rescue dog. She is good natured and is very attached to my 14yr.old greyhound.However she pulls on the lesd and rushes at other dogs aggressively .She chases dogs if she is off the lead and is rough. So far I have drawn a blank trying to find a dog trainer.I think her behaviour is caused by fear due to lack of socialisation. Any suggestions would be very welcome because not being able to walk her in a relaxed manner is spoiling things for us.
Posted 03 November 2008 at 19:11
By Hazel
From Enfield
Any idea roughly when the calendars will be ready?
Posted 29 October 2008 at 09:18
By Beccy
From Quedgeley
Only just seen the news about Tony. Well done on all your hard work & may the future be kind to you. Best of Luck to the new webmaster
Posted 24 October 2008 at 18:40
By joan (lola's mum)
From plymouth
Would it be worth considering 'selling' e-xmas cards - where people could make a donation to send an e-card which might feature a eglr dog? ps lola is still bloomin' gorgeous! her coat feels like silk and she's a very happy lady with lots of boyfriends (and human fans too), and the special boy in her heart is still her live-in lurcher lover mr woody xxx
Posted 24 October 2008 at 13:25
By Lin
From Redditch, Worcs
We are both so proud of our boy Fin (alias Freddie the Felon when he was an EGLR lad) because yesterday he passed his KC gold test. We are going to continue with obedience classes for 'gold-plus' next, just because its such good fun and everyone in the class loves Fin, he's so gentle and beautiful (unless you are a squirrel!). Its now nine months since we adopted Fin and he has given us so much pleasure that we love him to bits, as does Delaney, our other lurcher. By choice now they often curl up together in the same bed - closest to the rayburn of course! Off to Northumbria for a week soon, all of those wonderful beaches for the dogs to explore and chase each other around. Best wishes to all at EGLR and thanks for introducing us to our lovely boy Fin.
Posted 23 October 2008 at 18:02
By Gill
From London
Bye Tony and good luck, Guess your're a hard act to follow! Amazing web-site
Posted 14 October 2008 at 08:16
By EGLR shop
From
Message: Unfortunately we will not be selling Xmas cards for this year. We looked into prices again and they are very high for small quantities which would not allow us to make any profit on them at all. We are however looking at cards which can be turned into Christmas cards for next year.... we will keep you posted. The calendars are currently with the printers and will soon be available to purchase. We will put a note out straight away as this year the calendars contains many of the amazing EGLR dogs... Best Wishes to you all and thank you for your ongoing support!
Posted 14 October 2008 at 08:16
By EGLR shop
From
We recently had some comments to say that the Kitsch Collars dont carry a price on the shop... please note the text/detail about the collars. The price is # 15 inc postage as detailed in the descpription. Please e-mail the shop if you would like to purchase a collar .... with the changing designs it is impossible to keep the shop updated with photos-Many thanks
Posted 14 October 2008 at 16:40
By JAMES & VIVIEN COLVILLE
From GOSPORT
Pip; So pleased to hear that Beauty came through her dentistry OK and that she continues to do well. We feel guilty we haven't been able to get to visit of late (blame James !!!) but will definitely try to get to you one Saturday in November and will bring some food !!!Love to Beauty and continued thanks to you !
Posted 13 October 2008 at 11:14
By Angela
From Appleford, Cheshire
Will you be selling Christmas Cards?
Posted 12 October 2008 at 00:00
By EGLR
From Evesham
Angela, the camera arrived safe and sound - thankyou so much for the kind donation, it arrive just at the right time as one of our busiest foster homes just had their camera fail. Thankyou for your generosity - and thinking of us.
Posted 12 October 2008 at 00:00
By EGLR
From Evesham
Liza, the calendars should be ready very soon, we're just waiting on an update from the shop.
Posted 09 October 2008 at 10:16
By Pip
From Herne Bay
What a super rescue group, am looking for a dog to share my home with Violet and I, definately want to rehome one of your dogs if you think i'm suitable :o) Scruffy is a huge favourite, if there is anything you need for him please let me know
Posted 07 October 2008 at 19:31
By Angela
From Appleford Cheshire
Could Pip just confirm that she received the digital camera in one piece. It was sent on the 29 Sept by special delivery so should have been with her the following day.
Posted 07 October 2008 at 09:47
By Liza Edwards
From Highworth, Wiltshire
When are the calenders ready? can't wait to buy one!!!
Posted 06 October 2008 at 13:36
By Karen
From Coleshill Warks
Dear Andrea Please dont think twice about having another dog when you have lost yours. I adopted Joe only 2 weeks after I had lost My beloved ridgeback Barney to cancer. I must admit to feeling a little guilty for replacing him so quickly but he has totally healed my broken heart. He is an absolute sweetheart and angel sent.
Posted 03 October 2008 at 21:51
By Beccy
From Quedgeley
Andrea My heart goes out to you after recently losing my girl
Posted 01 October 2008 at 22:34
By Andrea Cole
From Southampton
Well done Missy! poor little girl. Have just lost my lurcher through cancer am distraut,have been getting broody over missys pups!! but don't think i am ready yet. They truley are the most wonderful dogs.
Posted 30 September 2008 at 09:38
By Mavis
From Egham
Ahhh! Missy's babies are soo cute, I'm sure they will all find forever homes quickly and I hope Missy will soon find that loving home too. What a great Mum, she must be extra special!
Posted 30 September 2008 at 16:52
By Susan Griffiths
From Dudley
forgive me if I am wrong but is the pic of Prissy the same as another dog??? They are both absolutely gorgeous, I am sure they would fit in with my two lurchers. I am working on the husband as we speak....LOL
Posted 01 October 2008 at 22:34
By Andrea Cole
From Southampton
Well done Missy! poor little girl. Have just lost my lurcher through cancer am distraut,have been getting broody over missys pups!! but don't think I am ready yet. They truely are the most wonderful dogs.
Posted 25 September 2008 at 15:49
By Dawn
From Elk Grove
We have a great dog we adopted from a shelter in Michigan. I just discovered he would be considered a lurcher, his mom was a purebred Irish Wolfhound (she was in the shelter also) and the dad was most likely German Shepherd. One of the best dogs I have ever had and Im looking forward to learning more about lurchers
Posted 21 September 2008 at 16:25
By chloe biggs
From Birmingham
hello. i rescued spencer from here he is a whippet, english bull terrier cross about a year ago. and i agree with Susan. there are a couple of dogs who are still here like Bonnie, Lizzy, Molly, Gypsy and King. would you please try and get an update for these please. thank you.
Posted 22 September 2008 at 22:28
By Zuzana
From Seaford
Hello. Just a quick comment about your Kitsch collars. I try to order one, but the price says it's #0. So if I wanted one, how much do they cost? Thank you.
Posted 18 September 2008 at 21:15
By EGLR
From Evesham
Hello Susan, we've rehomed a few recently, but there are loads more coming in (as ever). I'll see if I can get FlyBe Mouse update for you.
Posted 18 September 2008 at 16:38
By Susan Griffiths
From Dudley
so nice to see some of the dogs have gone off the site, I hope they have found a forever home. Could we have an update on flybe mouse she seems to be waiting forever for someone to take her.
Posted 18 September 2008 at 12:27
By Kay
From Colchester, Essex
Heartbroken to read poor Scruffy's story but hope that with the love and care he is now getting he will learn to trust again. Delighted about Missy's news - she sounds like a great mum, lol. Looking forward to hearing about her pups. x
Posted 17 September 2008 at 13:31
By Beccy
From Quedgeley
Well done Missy, I will post the package i have up either later tonight or tomorrow morning, Work has kept me from posting it sooner xx
Posted 15 September 2008 at 20:10
By EGLR
From Evesham
Hello Angela
we'd love the camera, it would be very useful indeed, please email the webmaster for details on where to send. Many thanks!
Posted 15 September 2008 at 08:30
By Angela Appleford
From Cheshire
Do you still require digital cameras? (Your appeals page). I have a Kodak "EasyShare" camera CX4300 with all the software, 3 years old and hardly used. Is it any use to you and, if so, I could parcel it if you let me know the name and address.
Posted 14 September 2008 at 12:56
By Sarah Rednal
From Birmingham
Congratulations to Missy and her foster parents! can't wait to see what they pups all look like and glad she is doing so well
Posted 14 September 2008 at 00:14
By Kerrie
From Tor
I have loved lurchers since I was a little girl..I have two rescue lurchers..called Rocky and Oscar..I would love to complete the set with a blonde rough coated bitch..ive been searching for a while and keep missing the boat at various animal rescue centres in Leicester..please could you keep me posted if you have a dog suitable to complete are family..my other lurchers are 5 & 6..I'd like a bitch over 2 years please..looking forward to hearing from you soon..many thanks..Kerrie
Posted 14 September 2008 at 00:31
By Kerrie
From Leicester
Just read SCRUFFY's story..it breaks my heart..he looks just like my 5 year old lurcher OSCAR..who sadly was in a similar condition when he was taken to Leicester Animal Rescue..he has been with our family a year now and we love him to bitz! Oscar also lost his faith in humans, he had mange and was very under weight..with lots of TLC he has learn to trust again and has even learnt to play! last Sunday we did a sponsored walk to raise money for the rescue home we got him from..I hope in time..SCRUFFY will find a loving and patient family where he can be truly happy.
Posted 11 September 2008 at 00:31
By Emma
From Ledbury
Congratulations Missy!!! So glad she had a safe place to have her puppies.
Posted 09 September 2008 at 00:31
By Mavis
From Egham
Hope All's Well in Evesham and you are not flooded. Its such terrible weather, lets hope and pray everyone is safe and the rain soon stops
Posted 09 September 2008 at 00:31
By Beth
From Manchester
Hey George, Minnie is doing brilliantly and has totally taken over the house and is trying to be the boss of poor Sky who is such a big softie he lets himself be pushed about...until they are out running in the fields - she still can't keep up with him although she tries her best! Will give her a hug for you and very glad you're fostering another dog, you were all brilliant with Minnie! x
Posted 07 September 2008 at 00:31
By Beck
From Birmingham
Karen: We had Joe for almost 7 weeks before we had to give him off to Pete. So glad to hear he's doing well- he could make you smile just by being there. Mostly you don't get too attached to your fosters but he was just so affectionate, and he was always smiling, you just couldn't help but love him! Thanks for taking him and glad he's happy!
Posted 07 September 2008 at 00:31
By Justine
From Horley
Dear Karen thanks for letting me know about Joe, and yes please keep me up dated.He really is a special dog you probably know.
Posted 06 September 2009 at 00:31
By Karen
From Warwickshire
Dear Justine, Just a line to let you know that I gave Joe his big kiss from you. He has been out tonight with new sister Jess who is 16 and all her friends love him. He's a big hit all round with eveyone who meets him. I will keep you updated on his progress.
Posted 05 September 2008 at 08:14
By Sam
From Devon
I have also just read about Scruffy and I share Sarah's sentiments. When we brought Bobby home from Evesham, Claire suggested that we use Herbie Nuts for him as part of his diet. He is still on this today and I would be more than happy to send a sack of this to somewhere. Just let me know the address! Do keep us posted on Scruffy - no animal deserves to be treated so cruelly.
Posted 04 September 2008 at 13:12
By Mavis
From Egham, Surrey
I haven't visited the site throughout August, but getting back on here I was so upset to read the sad story of poor Scruffy and very angry that anyone could let an animal end up in this state. As Sarah Rednal says, I don't think I would be responsible for my actions if I met the people who let him get into this state. Thank God he found his way to all you lovely people, at least he has a chance now to have a happy loving life which he so richly deserves. Don't these horrible people think these are living creatures with hearts and souls and feelings, how can anyone let them suffer like this? Lots of Love to Scruffy for a speedy recovery, physically and mentally xxx P.S I do have a few out of use bedding and towels if there is anyone who lives near me who I can drop them off to.
Posted 04 September 2008 at 09:11
By Sue
From Daventry, Northamptonshire
Sam who`s up for adoption is identical to Bouncer...he loves pull toys too. He recently had his first ever summer holiday to Scotland. The journey was around 8 hours and he was great all during it. His first ever run on the beach too, he loved it bouncing up and down over the waves as they hit him.
Posted 03 September 2008 at 15:27
By Beck
From Birmingham, West Midlands
To Justine - we went on holiday to Ireland and had to pass him off to another foster home where he was adopted within a week, and is doing well at his new home. Sorry he didn't work out for you, but thanks for enquiring after him!
Posted 01 September 2008 at 17:15
By Sarah Rednal
From Birmingham, West Midlands
I have just read Scruffy's story and have been reduced to tears. You guys are so great working so hard with lovely dogs and how anyone could let a dog get into that state... I don't think my sentiments on them would be printed on a respectable site like this!
Posted 01 September 2008 at 08:00
By Clare
From Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hi Gill. We will have a stall at the Hook Norton show so if you want to bring the bedding along, we can try to squeeze it in a car somewhere. Thanks.
Posted 31 August 2008 at 11:16
By Jacky
From Oundle, Cambridgeshire
Just seen Scruffy on site and absolutely appalled that anyone could do this. He is so like my adorable little scruff, Patrick, who was also abandoned with injuries all over his body. He now lives in the lap of luxury and is full of fun! I do hope for the same outcome for Scuffy. We send our love for his complete recovery.
Posted 30 August 2008 at 15:42
By Gill
From London
Oh dear, has Prince Caspian lost his royal title due to his un-aristocratic behaviour? Oh well, bet he finds another home in the flash of a Dutchy! BTW, is anyone going to Hook Norton next Sun? I have loads of towels/sheets and could pass some over.
Posted 29 August 2008 at 22:23
By Barbara Atkinson
From Hastings, East Sussex
Would it be possible for the couple who adopted Jonny (around February or March of this year) to let me know via your webpage how he is getting on please?
Posted 29 August 2008 at 17:17
By Justine
From Horley, Surrey
Dear Karen. So glad Joe has found a lovely home. I fell in love with him and was the lady who had him for a night. Sadly, my husband did not share the same view. So thought it best he went to a home where everyone would love him. All the best and give him a big kiss from me.
Posted 29 August 2008 at 08:50
By George Anderson
From Bretforton, Worcestershire
Really missing Minnie Mouse. Glad she's gone to a good home but such a little monkey in the last week. Me, my Dad, his girlfriend and little sister - we're fostering a new dog now that is a Bedlington Whippet X. Can't wait to see him later!
Posted 28 August 2008 at 21:36
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
Just seen and read the Missy Appeal. If it's of any use, Pets At Home have free sample packs of puppy food. I know it's only a small amount but every little helps. Oh, and good luck Missy.
Posted 28 August 2008 at 19:43
By Zuzana
From Seaford, East Sussex
Hello Karen. I'm so pleased that you and Joe found each other. I was only looking at him every day. I'm just really happy he found a lovely home with you. All the best to you, Joe and your family.
Posted 28 August 2008 at 15:43
By Karen
From Coleshill, Warwickshire
Dear Amy and Zuzana. We went to look at Joe who was being fostered by Pete, and fell in love with him straight away. He has settled in really well no problems at all. He gets kissed and hugged by all who meet him. He is so loving (I only kiss him about every 15 minutes). There is only one thing missing - his bark - three weeks and still no bark! Joe goes on lots of walks and loves traveling in the car to the water park and he has a new girlfried called Pepsi who is 14 1/2 (he likes them mature). We love him lots, thank you for asking about him and I will be sending some photos of him to Pip and Linda soon.
Posted 28 August 2008 at 14:46
By Sandra
From Solihull, West Midlands
Message for Steve, High Wycombe. We adopted Ozzie nearly two years ago. When we first took him to the vets we were told he had a 'massive' heart murmur. We were very upset as Oz seemed to have quite a few problems. Since then, Oz has half a tablet a day and leads a normal life. On check ups, the vet says that he can hardly hear the heart murmur. We just notice that Oz's recovery if he has been running around the garden is a bit longer than normal. We think that it has taken him nearly two years to realise that he wont be dumped again. If monitored, a heart murmur will not restrict Oz leading a fairly normal life. He is thoroughly spoilt with lots of love and hugs and seems very happy. The tail never stops wagging.
Posted 27 August 2008 at 10:24
By Steve
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
We have now had Vinnie for one year and he is fully integrated into our family. Our first Lurcher Tess now 'mothers' him as he is a bit on the slow on the uptake side. He must have had a very tough early life to judge by his scars and how long it took to believe he was not going to be dumped again. He may not be with us too long as the vet says he has a heart murmur and could pop off at any time (or last for years) so we just give him lots of love and hugs and he is happy.
Posted 26 August 2008 at 11:18
By Beth
From Manchester
Hi guys, Well Minnie doesn't look like she is going to stay mini for long - she's growing at a rate of knots and is already noticeably bigger. Ali will send you some photos soon! She's doing really well and is fantastic fun! Xxx
Posted 25 August 2008 at 21:03
By Margaret Rees
From Sussex and France
We were looking for a puppy 18 months ago as a companion for our rescue Lurcher Maggie (Battersea) and fell in love at first sight with little Fern (now Ruby) who now stands 27 inches and we adore every inch of her. She comes to France with us and travels the canals on our barge and everyone we meet falls in love with her, especially the children. Her and Maggie make a great team. Thanks to her brilliant foster mum Deena and her family for giving Ruby such a good start.
Posted 19 August 2008 at 23:03
By Amy
From Alcester, Warwickshire
Hiya, I was just wondering how Joe is getting on. He seemed like a fantastic, happy dog who has all the time in the world, especially for a bit of love. He was a dog just misunderstood by his appearance. Hope all is well and well done guys - you're doing a great job xx
Posted 19 August 2008 at 20:43
By Zuzana
From Seaford, East Sussex
Good luck to Joe - I hope he found a lovely home. I have been checking this site and fell in love with him…I'm so happy for him.
Posted 19 August 2008 at 11:00
By Beth
From Manchester
We homed little Minnie Mouse at the weekend and I just wanted to let you know she's settled in really well has made a best friend of our cat and are already inseparable, sleeping curled up with our rescue Greyhound Sky. It's like she's always been here. Thanks for everything and to Ali who was obviously a superb foster mum as Minnie is a little diamond. Love Beth, Rolf, Sky, Huxley the Cat and Minnie.
Posted 16 August 2008 at 20:53
By Beth
From London
Heya, I would love a Greyhound, am planning on adopting one next year. I was just wondering, do you still get that lovely temperament with Lurchers that you do with Greyhounds?
Posted 15 August 2008 at 14:43
By Freya
From Worcester, Worcestershire
Happy Birthday to all Tuppence's pups. I can't believe they are two already.
Posted 14 August 2008 at 21:13
By Lisa
From Maidenhead, Berkshire
Just wanted to wish Saffron and Berry a very happy 2nd birthday. Love to my mum Tuppence aswell! Cookie.
Posted 06 August 2008 at 15:58
By Gay
From Falmouth, Cornwall
Hi, new to the site. I was just wondering whether there were any fosterers in Cornwall, as we are looking for a small Lurcher bitch. Or are we just too far away, like we are with everything?!
Posted 02 August 2008 at 14:53
By Joan
From Plymouth
Good luck Prince Caspian. Your future's full of fun and happiness, Love Lola and Woody xxxx
Posted 31 July 2008 at 21:33
By Gill
From London
I met the lovely Rosie at the CANIX run at Cheltenham racecourse (and recommend these events for energetic Lurchers and their humans). She got first place of the rescue dogs competing! We'd have her in a flash were she cat friendly! Gill and Toby the Lurcher.
Posted 31 July 2008 at 20:55
By Tony Dow [EGLR Webmaster]
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Saffron (a Whippet cross) is also a fantastic guard dog. We are often fooled into thinking she is fast asleep but as soon as that postman rattles the front gate, she is barking the house down. Also serves as a great early warning system for those unwanted, pesky salesmen.
Posted 31 July 2008 at 14:43
By Sandra
From Solihull, West Midlands
Our adopted Greyhound, Ozzie, is a real magpie. If anything is missing, a slipper, something from a handbag etc., just look at the back of his bed and I can guarantee he has hidden it there under his quilt. His nose is always in our handbags should we put them down somewhere. Oz is a great guard dog. Is this unusual for a Greyhound? My previous Lurcher was so lazy, he would just open one eye to see who was at the door. Oz sees and hears everything. We can't believe that this is the same 'quiet boy' that we adopted - he has certainly come out of his shell.
Posted 27 July 2008 at 23:45
By Tony Dow [EGLR Webmaster]
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Hi Freya. As per the front page announcement, Pip has invited people to contact her if you wish to discuss the dog show cancellation in more detail. P.S. I have one of Tuppence's pups who is now called Saffron. She eats like a horse, digs like a mole and runs like the wind.
Posted 27 July 2008 at 12:29
By Freya
From Worcester, Worcestershire
Why was the dog show cancelled? My dog Berry (one of the daughters of Tuppence) hasn't met up with any of her siblings since we got her, so can we have some info on who else has got a Tuppence pup?
Posted 27 July 2008 at 00:33
By Sue
From Wolverhampton, West Midlands
I have a Holly pup too! She is gorgeous, but absolutely mental. She greets you when you come back (even if you've only been gone 5 minutes) completely OTT. She is very bouncy and very cheeky. She was called Picasso at her last foster home due to the shape of the end of her tail. She too is very nice-natured and we have gone from a huge toy box to an empty toy box, even though it has been topped up occasionally. We were quite surprised she only grew to 22 inches but we love her anyway. She is so very, very gentle, albeit a little mad!
Posted 24 July 2008 at 01:38
By Sue
From Daventry, Northamptonshire
We have Bouncer, one of Holly's pups. He`s a busy boy and likes to be where any action is - helping. He gets on great with our other Lurcher and has lots of doggy friends at the park. He doesn`t like meeting other dogs when he`s on his lead though. He`s VERY affectionate and waits every day for the kids and their friends coming home from school so he can get extra hugs. We did have a bit of a hunt to find my husband's socks - about four pairs which he`d buried in the garden - he`s a lovely boy.
Posted 23 July 2008 at 19:31
By Lynn
From Alcester, Warwickshire
Glad to see Tip has found his forever home. I met him at Honiley and what a smashing lad. Also met Joe - what a sweetie - hope he finds his home soon. If I had room, he could come here. Would just love to keep them all. Wilf and Keira keep me on my toes. Don't think we have room for another bed but maybe we can squeeze another in?
Posted 20 July 2008 at 19:55
By Jean, Dave and Stuart
From Birmingham, West Midlands
Hi Susan and Family in London. Noticed that you have one of Holly's pups and thought you would like to know we have Holly. Ziggy must have inherited her mother's traits because she too is so sweet and gentle - an absolute joy to be with. She does have a naughty side to her but not destructive - she just likes to collect things and hide them! Everyone falls in love with her and she has a circle of doggie friends that she enjoys playing with. She has recovered well from having thirteen pups and is admired for her good looks! She makes us laugh everyday and we just love everything about her. We too would like to hear about her offspring…
Posted 19 July 2008 at 06:22
By Roger
From Birmingham, West Midlands
We have now had Poppy (formerly Tiger Lily) 17 months, and she is absolutely wonderful. She is 'ball-mad', a marvellous retriever, and a joy to have in the family. We would love to hear about the other siblings: Timmy, Tara and Talulah. Please email me. Thanks.
Posted 15 July 2008 at 22:23
By Rona
From Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
Lynn (Keira's foster mum) - can you call me again, lost your number. Would love to catch up about our wonderful mutts!
Posted 15 July 2008 at 18:34
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
It might sound cruel but with the mouthing, when mine does it to me she gets a nip on her ear from me. Whatever you do though, consistency is generally the key. They are like kids and if you change the rules half way through, they get confused. Good luck.
Posted 15 July 2008 at 14:12
By Laura
From Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hi all, would really recommend the book 'The Dog Listener' for training issues. My Whippet is by no means an angel but some of these tips really helped!
Posted 13 July 2008 at 17:36
By Phil
From Bordon, Hampshire
Thanks for the advice Brett.
Posted 13 July 2008 at 12:45
By Brett
From Hounslow, Middlesex
To stop our puppy from mouthing, we made a very loud noise ('oi!') followed by the words 'no teeth' (spoken firmly) - after a couple of weeks, she had stopped. We also had a very bad problem with jumping up and this was originally resolved by using a suggestion given to us by a police dog trainer. As she jumps up, squeeze her paws (gently but until she yelps). We only had to do this ONCE and she never jumped up again. Some may say this is cruel but you need to tell her who's boss.
Posted 12 July 2008 at 17:53
By Phil
From Bordon, Hampshire
Hi, we have a six month old Lurcher cross. She's our first dog and we love her to bits. The only problems we have with her are, firstly, we cannot get her to stop, I wouldn't call it biting, but mouthing all the time. You are just unable to play with her, especially my ten year old son, without her constantly grabbing you. She just gets so wound up. The second problem ius her constant jumping up at everybody, even if you ignore her and turn your back on her. Please help as it's getting to the stage where my son would prefer not to be in the room with her. Many thanks.
Posted 12 July 2008 at 15:20
By Ann Taylor
From Stourbridge, West Midlands
I just missed out on a Lurcher which I was interested in on EGLR but have since rehomed a lovely Lurcher boy, Calvin. He was a cheeky chap when he arrived but after some work he is now my pride and joy. The only problem I have now is that in the last two or three months he has started to get very upset when I go out on my own (separation anxiety?) and goes berserk when I leave the house. Once I am out of the door he just goes to his bed and behaves perfectly till I get home. Has anybody any suggestions?
Posted 11 July 2008 at 07:22
By Lynn
From Warwickshire
Hi Jennie. Sorry to hear your news - it breaks your heart. We are fostering Keira who is a smashing girl. Have a look here on the website - she is fine with kids and a real joy to have around, a sweetheart.
Posted 09 July 2008 at 07:59
By Clare
From Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hi Jennie, have a look at Bryn on the website - a young dog with loads of love and energy who has been with us far too long for such a lovely young boy. If you call Pip or Linda, they will give you my number.
Posted 07 July 2008 at 13:45
By Evesham Greyhound and Lurcher Rescue
From Worcestershire
Sorry Jennie to hear your news. Please telephone us (details on the Contact Us page) and we can talk through your requirements in more detail.
Posted 06 July 2008 at 17:42
By Jennie
From Wytham, Oxfordshire
Just had a beautiful Lurcher put to sleep. Desperate for 1-2 young Lurchers - small holding home away from roads.
Posted 04 July 2008 at 06:41
By Yvonne
From [Location Not Specified]
Hi Jemma. Try the KONG range of rubber chews - you can stuff them with favourite treats or special KONG fillings. Getting the treat out keeps the dog occupied. You can find KONG products on the web, where they give you tips for stuffing recipies. Another good toy from the range is the KONG disc. It is like a frisbee but soft rubber so no cuts to the mouth area when caught.
Posted 02 July 2008 at 19:08
By Jemma
From [Location Not Specified]
Hi, my name is Jemma. I have just rescued a nine month old Lurcher and it's a house dog but every time I go out the house, he chews. I have tried everything to stop him but nothing seems to work. I was just wondering if you could give me some tips on how to solve the chewing. Thanks, Jemma.
Posted 30 June 2008 at 20:44
By Laurie Harkness
From Esher, Surrey
Linda, thank you so much for your kind words. It is always hard to lose one of our dogs and must have been such a shock to lose Sasha so suddenly. But it is lovely you have Princess Suki. Don't worry - we are not put off at all, we now have eight Lurchers and one Greyhound, our latest being a pup we fostered for EGLR called Ickle who we totally fell for and have kept. Kindest regards to you, Linda.
Posted 30 June 2008 at 11:19
By Linda
From Worcester, Worcestershire
A message to Laura (Toffee's mom) - it was really sad to read that you had lost Toffee at only eight years of age. We lost our much-loved Lurcher Sasha to a stroke - one minute playing happily on the common and then gone. I do feel for you but Toffee hopefully did not suffer and I am sure had a lovely life, if too short, with you. I do hope the experience will not put you off having another dog as there are so many that need good homes. We went on to have three-legged Princess Suki and she is a complete joy. Best wishes to you.
Posted 30 June 2008 at 11:00
By Tony Dow [EGLR Webmaster]
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Hi Karen. I was asked by the team to remove Ethel from the website since it is felt that she is now too old to be rehomed and it would be fairer for her to see out her days in her current home. Many thanks for your continued interest in EGLR.
Posted 30 June 2008 at 10:23
By Karen Baker
From Cumbria
I have been looking at your site more or less daily for many months now. I live too far away to offer a home to one of the dogs, I imagine (and currently have an elderly Lurcher of my own, Ollie, 13). I was concerned today to see that Ethel's image is no longer in the 'dogs looking for homes' section of the site. I hope she has at long last found a loving owner rather than that there is bad news re: her health?
Posted 30 June 2008 at 07:45
By Clare
From Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Thanks Beccy, we had a really good day raising about £300 in total. It was great to meet little Kizzy and I will definitely keep you in mind for child-testing. For those of you who have long memories, we were visited at the stand by several of the EGLR dogs - the most exciting for me was Hugo, a sable deerhound that I fostered. He won six rosettes in all. Next in line was Sparky, now Nimrod, who won his fair share of rosettes too. Champ and Grace were also there. A good day in all. Thanks to everyone who supported us.
Posted 29 June 2008 at 15:09
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
Well, we were there early and it was good to see so many dogs there, especially Greyhounds and Lurchers. It was also good to catch up with Claire who was doing well with sales when we left. The excitement was all a bit much for the pup who wore herself out fairly quickly with lots of new friends to meet. Bryn is an absoloutly lovely boy. Claire, my offer still stands to use my boy for child-testing dogs. Hope the rest of the day went well.
Posted 29 June 2008 at 14:31
By [Name Not Specified]
From Birmingham, West Midlands
Hi all. In answer to your question about Lurchers and beds, I think this is a very important part of being a Greyhound/Lurcher. Our Lurcher, Fin, spends a lot of her time in her bed often putting herself to bed way before us. They are just couch potatoes - that is when they are not running like the wind, raiding bins and generally getting up to mischief!
Posted 28 June 2008 at 07:31
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
Hope to see some of you at the Longlevens show tomorrow. We will be the couple with no doubt a misbehaving three year old boy and his partner in crime, twelve week old Kizzy (brindle pup). Hope lots of funds are raised.
Posted 27 June 2008 at 18:51
By Diane
From Bristol
What is it with Greyhounds and Lurchers and sofas/beds? Or is it mostly in the psychic of the human members of the pack? I'm not being provocative, but we adopted a very underweight Lurcher in January and despite not being allowed on the furniture and having to live downstairs, he has developed into the most relaxed and self-confident friend. Is he so unusual?
Posted 27 June 2008 at 11:15
By Susan And Family
From London
Ziggy (formerly Grace and one of Holly's 13 pups) has now been with us for about 9 months and has been a wonderful addition to our family. She adores the children and her dog friends with whom she plays incessantly. She is sweet-natured and is constantly complimented on her manners and behaviour (all her own doing!). We'd love to know how the other pups in Holly's litter are faring. Ziggy is a joy (though the cats may still take some convincing).
Posted 26 June 2008 at 09:10
By Linda
From Worcester, Worcestershire
We were visiting Pip on the day that Caspian arrived, having gone to see another adorable pooch to fill the gap when Speedie died. Considering that Caspian had been on a long journey and brought to a totally strange place, he was amazing. This gorgeous little dog wanted to come out of the indoor kennel where he had been put to rest his wound, not to get away but because he wanted in on the fuss! He's a very affectionate little chap despite having been through such a dreadful experience. If we had any more room I'd have him like a shot but I think we might end up in the divorce courts if we have a fourth dog - and we've already started socialising our third with the other two and he's a darling too! In the past we've had a Saluki X with horrendous injuries and I would second Lola's mum in saying don't let it put you off. Our Lottie had been in a fox trap and was horribly scarred, but despite that was an energetic and healthy girl who went with a totally unrelated cancer years later. Speedie also had a potentially crippling leg problem, but again, we never had any awful vet's bills and it was his heart which was the final problem. So anyone who looks at Caspian (or any other badly wounded dog), please don't be put off by it - from experience we can assure you it's rarely the problem you might think it will be.
Posted 25 June 2008 at 17:44
By Laurie Harkness
From Esher, Surrey
Just to tell Pip, we recently lost Toffee our first Lurcher from EGLR. She was about 8 years old. We found her on the sofa, eyes closed, legs crossed, totally at peace but dead. Our vet reckons it was an aneursym and that she would have gone in her sleep knowing nothing of it, surrounded by us and her pack. She was a lovely gentle girl who was taken way too soon and we miss her.
Posted 25 June 2008 at 13:08
By Natalie
From Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
Wow, I wish I had room on the sofa for Prince Caspian - what a gorgeous boy. Good luck with his recovery and hope he finds his forever home soon xx
Posted 25 June 2008 at 12:32
By Joan
From Plymouth, Devon
Lola's new mum here. If anybody falls in love with Prince Caspian but is fearful because of his injuries, I can only say that this is how I felt when I first saw our gorgeous girl on EGLR, thinking I could never cope with a dog with 'history'. Due to the loving care from Pip, Lynne and everyone else at EGLR, she is a doggie without any 'baggage' at all, and although her scars are testament to her past, she is a sunny, sweet girl who loves life and has no grudges. She has a beautiful temperament, and you can see that Prince Caspian has the same gentle dreamy Saluki way. I hope his recovery is swift and that he can also get on with a fulfilling life in a loving new home. Kisses and bum wiggles from Lola xxxx
Posted 22 June 2008 at 10:27
By Sam G
From Exeter, Devon
We have had Bob - now named Bobby - for just over a year! He is the centre of attention in our household and has many, many friends in the village too! He goes to play with his friends three days a week and likes nothing better than to sit on the sofa of an evening cuddled up to my husband and I. Thank you Evesham - our house just wouldn't be a home without Bobby!
Posted 18 June 2008 at 13:03
By Gaby
From [Location Not Specified]
The Longlevens Show is on SUNDAY (apologies our entry on the events page did state Saturday) 29th June. It starts at 10am (to 5pm) and the address is Longlevens Rugby Club, Longford Lane. This show has always been particularly good and there are lots of Lurchers and Greyhounds around. EGLR will be present with a stall where you can purchase our merchandise and meet us! Hope to see as many of you and your dogs!
Posted 18 June 2008 at 12:40
By Deborah
From Hungerford, Berkshire
The website http://www.jansgifts.co.uk sells some lovely Lurcher/Greyhound type collars and accessories.
Posted 17 June 2008 at 07:49
By Clare
From Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hi Kieron. If you are the Kieron who adopted Cheetah from us then we did all his house training in an indoor kennel. After the first week he settled really well in it and would even go and lay there when we were watching TV, so don't worry too much about him being stressed by using it. You may even be able to train him out of it once he has got the idea that he pees outside. Hope things go well.
Posted 16 June 2008 at 16:27
By Sarah Randall
From Thame, Oxfordshire
Hi. We have just adopted Marley (now Macy). I wanted to say a big thank you to Vicky (her fosterer) and husband (sorry can't remember name!). They have done a lovely job of looking after Macy and instilling some good, basic training. Macy has been with us since Saturday and had settled in really well. She relaxes on the sofa like she's been here a year. She is a dream with the cat and has already had great fun running around with our Lurcher and their other doggy friends. Thanks also to EGLR for rescuing her.
Posted 13 June 2008 at 10:55
By Lydia
From Worcester, Worcestershire
We also have one of Tuppence's puppies and Kizzy's sister, Berry. She is well known at the school gates where she gets lots of attention, which she loves! Hope the summer fete goes ahead and maybe some of the siblings and Tup could meet up!
Posted 12 June 2008 at 20:36
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
Hi all. Are there any times for the Longlevens show yet? Would love to bring pup along and possibly meet a few of you.
Posted 12 June 2008 at 06:06
By Kieron
From London
Hi Clare. We are restricting his water intake and make sure we take him out last thing at night - but this makes little difference unfortunately. Perhaps the indoor kennel is the only answer.
Posted 11 June 2008 at 10:35
By Angela Appleford
From Cheshire
Lovely to hear that Princess Suki is recovered and doing well. My Whippet Cross lost one of her hind legs in 2007 and we tried for eight months to save it. Unfortunately, in the end it had to be amputated but it has never stopped her from doing anything - including jumping over gates in pursuit of imaginary rabbits.
Posted 11 June 2008 at 08:54
By Clare
From Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hi Kieron, you could try one of a couple of things - an indoor kennel for a bit (dogs don't like to pee in their own beds) or restricting his water intake, say from a couple of hours before you go to bed.
Posted 10 June 2008 at 15:42
By Kieron
From London
Hi. We've got a two year old Lurcher and finding it very difficult to break his habit of urinating indoors - particularly at night time. Does anyone have any suggestions for attempting to knock this on the head?
Posted 09 June 2008 at 13:12
By Linda and Peter
From Worcester, Worcestershire
For any of you who remember Princess Suki and kindly donated to her appeal last year, an update - Suki is doing very well and is a wonderful advert for why three-legged dogs are so worth saving. She is so happy and contented, plays very well with our other dog 'Hope' and they run about playfully snapping and snarling at each other running side by side. Many dog walkers have said they cannot believe she only has three legs. Suki is very affectionate and trusting which is hard to believe after all she has gone through. We have had her just 12 months and do not regret a day of it. She is such a cutie even if, at the moment, Eau de Fox has become her favourite perfume. Thank you to everybody who donated to her appeal - to all the kind people who helped her, especially Daphne and Clive and to EGLR and Jo the vet for saving her.
Posted 09 June 2008 at 10:21
By Yvette Watts
From Whitchurch, Hampshire
Angela, I'm so pleased to hear that Tuppence is well. I have Kizzy, one of her daughters. Kiz is an excellent dog and I wouldn't change her for the world.
Posted 07 June 2008 at 13:46
By Angela
From South Gloucestershire
Just a little note for those of you who know Tuppence, to say that we have had her for a year now and she has settled in well with us. She bosses our other Lurcher Smokey - well, he always gives way to her anyway. Tupps is a source of joy and amusement. She still has some nervousness, however she has come on in leaps and bounds from the frightened little dog we picked up last year. We are so pleased to have her. Keep up the great work EGLR!
Posted 06 June 2008 at 15:25
By Gaby
From [Location Not Specified]
Hi Pip, you may like to try http://www.wagtailsstroud.co.uk. They are excellent and have a lot of experience with Lurchers/skinny dogs. Good luck!
Posted 05 June 2008 at 08:05
By Alison
From [Location Not Specified]
Any news on when the annual show is going to be this year?
Posted 05 June 2008 at 07:07
By Pip
From Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Can anyone recommend holiday care for my 10 year old Lurcher locally? He has not been in kennels before.
Posted 03 June 2008 at 12:36
By Emma
From Ledbury, Worcestershire
Thank you all, Poppy's bold patch will appreciate the help! Have ordered a lovely collar and thinking about a pair of PJ's too. Thanks for your help.
Posted 02 June 2008 at 08:46
By Trudie
From [Location Not Specified]
Hi, Emma, have a look at www.kitschcollars.com they have loads of lovely house collars.
Posted 02 June 2008 at 08:27
By Yvonne
From [Location Not Specified]
Emma, www.kitschcollars.com is an excellant site with a brilliant range of collars. The lady who makes the collars is a hound owner and lover. All the hounds she collers(!) are shown on the web site. The best collar I have had in 25 yrs of hound ownership.
Posted 01 June 2008 at 21:33
By Gill
From London
Hey Emma, try AK Creations (Google the website) - they do really funky satin-lined collars.
Posted 01 June 2008 at 10:08
By Emma
From Ledbury, Worcestershire
Hello everybody. Just wondered if anybody knows where I can get a nice house collar for my Lurcher? Her leather collar is making her neck go bold! She is Whippet sized. Any help appreciated! Thanks.
Posted 30 May 2008 at 14:00
By Tony Dow [EGLR Webmaster]
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Sorry Abbie, I was asked by Linda to remove Madison from the site due to being rehomed.
Posted 30 May 2008 at 13:08
By Abbie
From Evesham, Gloucestershire
Hi, does anybody know if Madison is still avalible? Thanks, Abbie.
Posted 13 May 2008 at 12:39
By Lizzie
From Oxford, Oxfordshire
Tony, I hope you had a great holiday. Your website is very good and I look at it at least once a week. I have a beautiful Greyhound and a lovely, scruffy Lurcher. I would love another dog but they wouldn't all fit in the car or on the bed!
Posted 12 May 2008 at 17:20
By Mavis
From Staines, Middlesex
Sorry, sorry, sorry Tony. I did not see the "notice box" advising of your time "off" for annual leave. Yes, I'd realised all your wonderful efforts and the efforts of everyone concerned with EGLR are voluntary. You all do an ammazing job and deserve no end of praise. I just thought something had stuck on my PC! I do visit the site every day and as I am not in a position to have a dearly wanted Greyhound/Lurcher at the moment, it's the next best thing reading all about the dogs and watching their progress. Once again, apologies.
Posted 12 May 2008 at 14:14
By Ella Whapples
From Lichfield, Staffordshire
Hi Beck. Just thought I'd let you know that Sam is settling in well here in Lichfield with our two retired Greyhounds Lizzie and Wallace. He has been very happy since he came back. He loves going out on his walks both on and off the lead, he's eating fine and even travelled down to Devon last weekend. The girls absolutely love him and even though he has got himself into a bit of trouble of couple of times when hes been left on his own, we love him dearly. Thanks for helping us to give him a home. I do hope Nelson found a home aswell. It was a very difficult decision to choose between the two of them. I hope you are starting to feel a little better after your sad loss. Thanks again.
Posted 12 May 2008 at 14:01
By Ush
From London
Proud of what you are doing here! I have sent an email to you guys - hope to hear from you soon!
Posted 11 May 2008 at 07:48
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
Tony - hope you enjoyed your holiday, it sounds very well deserved. With regards to the Staff Bull Terrier attacks of late, heartfelt hugs go out to the victims and their owners. My sister's three terriers were set upon by a Staff cross in the few days after we lost Roxy. They are all now recovering well although a night in the vets and well over £300 of vet bills are left. To some degree we were lucky with the police, as this dog invaded my sister's garden and was admittedly out of control from the two boys walking it, and the owner who had failed to provide the children with a suitable lead and collar. The police are dealing with the incident. On saying that, I have worked with many different dogs over many years and my niece owns two Staffs who are the most laid back boys I have ever known. I firmly believe what you put into a dog is what you get back. If you teach a dog correctly and socialise it properly, then you stand a better chance. Unfourtunately not all owners are so responsible. Roxy came with an aggression issue but through time and patience we cracked it. We also have the void in our life being filled by a puppy in two weeks time. Many thanks to both Linda and Pip for putting up with my constant phone calls.
Posted 10 May 2008 at 22:59
By Jessica
From Plymouth, Devon
Regards Staffies and those sorts of dogs, I believe its the same situation as sighthounds and cats. They are no more likely to chase cats than other breeds but if they do, are more likely to catch them because of their speed. Any dog can get in a fight if it feels afraid or threatened or just for dominanace, but if a Staffie decides to fight it can do a lot of damage very quickly compared to other breeds. Personally, I feel they are a liability and unfortunately are often owned by incompetent people with little understanding of dogs who view them as status symbols. If I ever see them coming, I put mine on a lead as it's just not worth the risk of my two getting injured.
Posted 10 May 2008 at 21:46
By Gill
From London
Hey...welcome back Tony, hope you had a fab hol! Your website is the best. On another note, do I have the only Lurcher that brutalises Staffies (and Labs, Rotties etc.)? He just runs at them growling and sends them rolling, so not all Lurchers are innocent I'm afraid!
Posted 10 May 2008 at 21:00
By Tony Dow [EGLR Webmaster]
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Mavis - a sizeable 'notice box' was added to the site to advise that I was taking some time 'off' annual leave. I assume that you did not see/read this? My role is 100% voluntary and I do my utmost best to update the site as often as my stressful, extremely long-hours, day-job permits. For those who require updates more regularly than I can offer, it is always possible to telephone either Pip or Linda (details on the Contact Us page) - it's good to talk!
Posted 08 May 2008 at 07:07
By Yvonne
From West Sussex
Any news on EGLR Open Day? Thanks, Yvonne(Pola).
Posted 06 May 2008 at 10:57
By Mavis
From Staines, Middlesex
What's happened to the web site? It seems to have got stuck on 23rd April!
Posted 04 May 2008 at 18:19
By [Name Not Specified]
From Walsall, West Midlands
I am glad to hear that Cassie is recovering after that nasty attack. I think that Lurchers are such precious and delicate dogs and very good natured. They definitely do not deserve to be violently attacked! I'm glad she's recovering!
Posted 29 April 2008 at 19:24
By Marie
From Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Just a little note to let you know that Jemima (aka Gem), whom we adopted in December, is doing very well indeed. She has become a bit of a star in the local park. She went to obedience classes and did very well too. She is very bright and very cheeky! She loves my little girls, and loves nothing more than lying on the sofa, beds etc. I have never had a Lurcher before and was not sure that I should believe the rumours about them being so lazy! Well, now I know! Frankly we would not be without her. We love her so much! Thanks to all of you for your hard work as volunteers and to Becky, her foster mum for all your efforts. And Jemima sends you her love.
Posted 28 April 2008 at 10:18
By Jill Padley
From Tunbridge Wells, Kent
I have tried to sign the online petition about the artist and the starving dog, but the petition asks for 'PaC-s'. I have no idea what it means and the petition won't let me sign without it. If anyone has successfully managed to do it, can you tell me what to put in that section?
Posted 27 April 2008 at 14:39
By Erika
From Birmingham, West Midlands
Hi Pip. I called you the other night about a dog we were trying to catch outside our house who was still there a few hours later and was obviously terrified and lost. Another lady came out with some food and he responded, although spooked easily and kept running back to his ally. Eventually I went back out with a bowl of food, some water and a lead. He came straight to me, put his head in the bowl and I got the lead on him. He immediately felt safe and was gorgeous. I phoned Ray Dedicoat at Holly Trees in Whythall and he took him in. He was chipped although typically the details hadnt been updated. Anyway, somehow they found his owner and she phoned me the next day and thanked me for finding him. I just wanted to let you know that this was one story with a happy ending. I would also like to say with regards to the Staffies that they are not all fighting dogs and I agree dogs will behave how they are taught to behave. My sister has two Staffis and they are gorgeous and fantastic with my children. Any dog not treated or trained correctly will turn. My sister's Dalmation was attacked by five Jack Russells. He was never ever the same and hated little dogs from that day on. We all have to be careful of loose dogs regardless of breed - they can all turn.
Posted 25 April 2008 at 09:20
By Yvonne Brennan
From West Sussex
Pola certainly earned her stripes with my grandchildren. Sebastien (2) - she was already friends with but Kelsi (18 months) was a completely different child. More boisterous with running around and it was good to see her play ball with Pola. We watched carefully in case of any nips from Pola to retrieve her ball, but a completely different game was in progress from the one she played with adults. Instead of snatching the ball she dropped it for Kelsi to throw and they had great fun. Mind you, Kelsi was very good at sharing her biscuits. She also has a large Ridgeback at home in Ireland so has respect for dogs already at an early age. One more tick in the box for an already wonderful animal.
Posted 25 April 2008 at 09:06
By Lucy
From Derbyshire
To Rona. I've signed the petition against the artist Guillermo Vargas Habacuc for his so called art of a starving dog. There is a vast amount of signatures but there could never be enough to make up for what he has done. Please, please, more people need to sign against this man. Pip and Linda and everyone involved - you do a fantastic job with all these lovely dogs. I rescued a Saluki Greyhound cross three years ago called Lenny and he is a fantastic dog. I would never want to be without him. Your site is brilliant and thank you for what you do.
Posted 24 April 2008 at 12:00
By Julia
From Halesowen, West Midlands
Re: the attack on Cassie, it's strange reading this as only two days ago I witnessed a Staffordshire Bull Terrier (which was on an extendable lead) attack a working guide dog. As she was on a harness, she could not escape and did not retaliate. Luckily someone managed to get the Staffie off without any damage to the guide dog. It is fair to say these dogs, although make lovely family pets, are very unpredictable when it comes to other dogs. I know this guide dog (Gwen) very well as she runs with my Lurcher every day, and although she is fine, her owner is very wary.
Posted 23 April 2008 at 08:25
By [Name Not Specified]
From Egham, Surrey
I have just read Helen's message re: Cassie's attack from a Staffie. The poor little girl must have been frightened to bits and I'm glad she has recovered well. But please, not all Staffies or indeed, all of these type of dogs are like this - attacking. My son has had a Staff, and he's a big solid chap, for twelve years now. He's the daftest, most softest dog in the world who wouldn't hurt a fly. His two little boys adore him and he them. They are renowned as Nanny dogs. But yes, you do get the rogue ones, as in all breeds. I still maintain if a dog is brought up in a family environment with love and gentleness, that's how the dog will will be too. My son's cat who was introduced to the household three years ago always plays with the dog, jumping from the worktop onto his back, he doesn't turn a hair! And they both share the same bed. We always have to be on our guard with any kind of animal, but please, they are not all 'fighting dogs' and are also our 'gentle-natured' friends.
Posted 22 April 2008 at 18:11
By Helen
From Northamptonshire
Cassie (who we adopted last August) has just recovered from an attack by a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The wounds were horrific but thankfully she is now fully fit and loving life. From being very shy and quiet when we first adopted her, she now loves to play ball with the kids, has learnt to sit and give paw, but mostly loves to run, with or without friends. Please watch out for these fighting dogs, our gentle-natured Lurchers just don't see the attack coming. I dread to think what would have happened had she not been able to pull free and outrun the terrier.
Posted 22 April 2008 at 11:19
By Jemma
From Hill, Gloucestershire
Can someone tell me if Toby has been rehomed? We had him for a few days but it didn't work out and I'd love to know that he'd found a loving home as he's such a lovely chap. Thanks.
Posted 21 April 2008 at 20:51
By Rona
From Burnham Beeches, Buckinghamshire
Folks, please help. There is an artist Guillermo Vargas Habacuc who has taken a stray dog off the streets in Central America, tied it to a rope in a gallery and starved it to death as an exhibit. I have been sent the photos - it's shocking. Please Google him and sign the petition as he intends doing it again. Thanks.
Posted 19 April 2008 at 18:18
By [Name Not Specified]
From Bidford on Avon, Warwickshire
Beccy, I lost my beautiful boy Teddy last July and miss him every minute of the day and my house no longer feels like a home because he isnt here. Hugs to you as I know how you are feeling.
Posted 18 April 2008 at 10:39
By Erika
From Birmingham, West Midlands
Beccy, I know exactly how you feel. I was devastated when I lost my Rosie in a car accident. It broke my heart. My two dogs now Ollie and Alfie are helping that healing process, I got both from EGLR and am so grateful to Pip and Claire. You will feel better and ready to bring another dog into your home you will know and it will become a home again.....promise.
Posted 17 April 2008 at 16:15
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
Thanks Clare. I'm going stir crazy without her - it's like I've lost a limb. Home isn't a home any more, it's just a house if that makes any sense. Thank you again.
Posted 15 April 2008 at 12:44
By Clare
From Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hi Beccy. Really sorry to hear about your girl. Carl and I met her when we came to collect a duvet from you. She was a very sweet girl. Sorry for your loss, hugs.
Posted 15 April 2008 at 06:14
By Sam
From Stourport, Worcestershire
Pip and Linda, just to let you know that I am now a 'Pets as Therapy' dog and visiting a care home, loving all the attention. No surprise there. Hope you are all well.
Posted 13 April 2008 at 07:48
By Beccy
From Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
I just wanted to send the biggest hug possible to Sophie's mum. I have been visiting on a regular basis for a long time now, hoping to adopt or foster when our old Boxer fell very ill before Xmas so things had to be put on hold for her benefit. She lost her battle yesterday and as you can all imagine, we are gutted. So from one dog owner to another feeling the loss of a loved one - many hugs.
Posted 11 April 2008 at 10:37
By Mavis
From Egham, Surrey
I was so sorry to hear the sad news of Sophie. It's always heartbreaking when that time comes when our faithful companions must leave us - we just have to keep reminding ourselves that we have given them the love they deserve and all their days have been happy ones since being in their forever homes. I look on this site every day, and follow the progress of the dogs. I desperately wanted to adopt one but we have been looking after my daughter's choc Lab for the past 8 weeks, who looks like he may become a permanent fixture, so unfortunately, as we live in a fairly small bungalow, I may have to forgo the privilege of owning a Greyhound/Lurcher. I am sad about this, but I couldn't deny Bella a home to satisfy my wants! You never know, maybe in the future we will move to a bigger home! Our garden is big enough for six dogs, but it's when they are indoors the problem arises. I would love to have given Zippy a home, so I do hope he is rehomed soon, so his lovely family can see him settled. Best wishes to you all and hugs for all the dogs. Can't wait for an event day to visit.
Posted 10 April 2008 at 12:51
By Dave Hoatson
From Plymouth, Devon
I met Lola and Woody on Saturday 5th April in Plymbridge Woods. What a lovely pair of dogs and how happy and content they seem. My dogs are Fallow the Greyhound Lurcher and Bunty the Jack Russell. Lola looked very fetching in her high viz coat. Best wishes to Lola and Woody from Fallow and Bunty.
Posted 09 April 2008 at 20:54
By Abbi Aston
From Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire
I am so pleased to see after looking through the list of dogs for adoption that Sam is no longer on there, which hopefully means that he has been rehomed. We had the pleasure of Sam for five months and I miss him terribly but know that he has a lovely new home. Whoever now has him is very lucky as he will enrich their lives as he did ours. I cannot thank Beck enough for all her support through the difficult period when we had to make the decision to rehome him. I am just so pleased that he has a new permanent home. Thank you Beck for everything!
Posted 09 April 2008 at 08:56
By Angela Smith
From Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
We adopted the boy with no name (now called Harry) on 6th February 2008. We went to see Becki to meet him, and he came home with us that night. He loves the car, and he now sleeps downstairs at night without a peep out of him. I think the new sofa makes an excellent bed! He walks our legs off and comes to work with me everyday. I work at a wildlife hospital and he loves it. Harry's a gentle boy and has a lot of respect for other animals. We have 20 acres at work so he charges around the fields at full speed. There are millions of rabbits, and bless him he just ignores them. We love him to bits and can't imagine life without him, and i think our 2 cats would miss him too - they all get on so well. A big thank you to Becki for making our family complete, and i promise to bring him to see you! Also I am so sorry to here about Sophie. I met her the once and she has always stuck in my mind. I am in tears writing this. Such a beautiful girl, sleep well dear Sophie x
Posted 08 April 2008 at 18:08
By Laurie
From Esher, Surrey
Hi, I fostered two EGLR pups - Ickle and Pickle. There were two other pups aswell in EGLR's care. I would so love to hear how the other three are doing as I kept Ickle who is growing fast and I love her to bits. Maybe one of the other puppy parents will see this and post how they are?
Posted 06 April 2008 at 20:55
By Evesham Greyhound and Lurcher Rescue
From Worcestershire
Sadly, after a short illness, our beloved Sophie (one of our EGLR Sponsor Dogs) passed away this week. She was not in pain and was surrounded by her family both two-legged and four-legged. Sophie found a love and trust in her permanent foster carer that she had never allowed herself to experience before. Over the years, we saw her blossom from a worried youngster into a relaxed and beautiful lady. Sophie's foster mum has requested that those who know her allow her a period of grieving. She knows that our thoughts and love are with her. God bless and run free at Rainbow Bridge sweet Sophie!
Posted 06 April 2008 at 19:40
By George Anderson
From Bretforton, Worcestershire
Hi Joan and Simon. I'm really glad that Lola has got a nice new home. I have met her before at Pip's house and she is just a lovely dog with a lovely temperament aswell. I'm glad to hear she's okay!
Posted 06 April 2008 at 19:24
By Yvette, Steve, Jas and Poppy
From Whitchurch, Hampshire
We've just read about how well Pola is doing so we thought that we had better give an update on Ice (now Evie) - Pola's sister. Unlike Pola, Evie isn't the brightest dog in the world - Pola must have got all the brains. What she lacks in brains though, she more than makes up for in affection and looks. Evie loves our other EGLR rescue dog Kizzy and they play most of the day. We would love to come to to the EGLR show aswell so we can show her off and hopefully meet Bertie and Pola (Evies brother and sister) and Kizzy's sister (who I think is called Cookie).
Posted 05 April 2008 at 15:05
By Joan and Simon
From Plymouth, Devon
Lola's new mum here - yes she's doing really well, and Woody (our first rescue) has fallen in love with her! They're similar ages and energies, and are really well matched. Special thanks to Pip for getting her through the hard times, and to Lynne, John and Wilf who fostered her. Lovely to meet you! Have been having too much fun to upload photos, but should be some in 'chat' on Lurcher Link soon - look under 'woodysmum' (need to change name to woodylola's mum!)
Posted 04 April 2008 at 16:15
By Yvonne
From West Sussex
Once again I am singing the praises of Pola, our nine month old Saluki X Collie. She is such an intelligent, obedient dog and brings me real pleasure every day. She is now trained to recall using whistling and we have great fun trawling the local woods. She keeps me in her sights and if I change direction she is soon by my side. She loves agilty and when she is one year old, will join a flyball team. Thank you again Becky for giving her such a good start in life - you did a brilliant job of housetraining, we have never had any mess in the house and her social skills are excellant. I can't believe how lucky I was to find EGLR at just the right time when 12 week puppies were available. Pola is a beautiful animal and no one can pass her by without commenting on that wonderful white colouring. She really is my beautiful PolaBear. Please let me know when your show is as I would love to bring her to show her off to Pip, Becky and everyone.
Posted 02 April 2008 at 17:17
By Sally Jaques
From Wokingham, Berkshire
Hi, I'd love to know if Lola has settled in well to her new home, and if her adopter reads this - take good care of her, she's such a special girl who really touched my heart during the short time I had the pleasure of knowing her. I have a lookalike of her too called Lily, as well as Emir who arrived last summer via EGLR. Thanks for him, he's such a star and is now so well behaved despite difficult beginnings!
Posted 29 March 2008 at 14:07
By Kate and Rich
From Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
We adopted Saffy, a Saluki cross from EGLR in 2001. She had enormous separation anxiety problems from the start, and would be destructive and pee as soon as anyone left the room. She had anti-anxiety medication for over a year, and we saw a dog behaviour expert for help. Whilst she will always be an anxious girl, we feel that she has improved enormously, and has matured into a very gentle and loving dog. We now have two small children, and Saffy is the most gentle and protective companion to them. It has taken years to overcome her problems, and at times we thought we couldn't cope anymore. It was only the knowledge that she was unlikely to be rehomed again due to her anxiety behaviours ,that kept us going. We are so glad we persevered.
Posted 29 March 2008 at 08:46
By Di
From Burntwood, Staffordshire
How is Murphy getting on? Unfortunately the appeal coincided with one of my dogs rupturing her cruciate ligaments and costing several hundred pounds. We will be making regular vet visits for another two months, I expect.
Posted 27 March 2008 at 06:43
By Joel
From Droylsden, Manchester
I want a Whippet but I think that when I take him out, if he gets a sniff or a sight of something, he might run off and I won't be able to find him.
Posted 25 March 2008 at 19:53
By Beverley Nash
From Formerly Birmingham, West Midlands
Hi folks. A few years ago I was an EGLR foster mum. I am putting together some on-line resources for people trying to choose their first dog and as part of that need a little help. If you've made mistakes choosing dogs in the past or have top tips, drop me a line. If anyone reading this took one of my fosters into their forever home or received advice which led on to a succesful homing could you also get in touch via email. Many thanks, Bev.
Posted 19 March 2008 at 19:54
By Sarah Rednal
From Birmingham, West Midlands
Hi all, we adopted Muffin 2-3 weeks ago and she is just lovely, a great character with a real zest for life. She has made such a difference to our household! Mind you, aching legs from all the walking! Thankyou EGLR for helping us find her.
Posted 19 March 2008 at 13:06
By Richard and Becky
From Worcester, Worcestershire
We have just adopted a beautiful, young Lurcher lady called Martha who is now living in the Worcestershire area and is part of a young family. She has settled in really well. I would recommend adoption to anyone who was thinking about it. Many thanks to Claire and Carl for making a good start with Martha (my little angel).
Posted 18 March 2008 at 17:56
By Kate
From Bath, Avon
We fetched home last week, from a fab foster home, the most beautiful 'Guinevere', now answering to 'Dot'. She settled in really fast and is proving to be an absolute treasure - as good as gold and we love her to bits. Thank you so much for making it happen so smoothly.
Posted 16 March 2008 at 18:50
By Andrew and Mandy
From Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
We have just had a wonderful first weekend with Milo after picking him up on Friday. Thanks Becky for everything - he is such a lovely little boy!
Posted 11 March 2008 at 20:54
By Barbara
From Hastings, East Sussex
Hello to Julie and Paul from Hertfordshire who adopted Jonny! How is he doing and has he settled in well? He was such a lovely boy but unfortunately he and my Lurcher did not get on. I still think about him.
Posted 10 March 2008 at 16:42
By Jan
From Stroud, Gloucestershire
I adopted my first Greyhound Soli from EGLR six years ago and I have rehomed a further three Greyhounds since. I just wanted to say that Greyhounds make great pets and to anyone reading this who may be thinking of adopting one from EGLR - please do. I am sure you will not regret it. I have met the very lovley Molly who is on the site now and if my husband would let me I would ask if I could adopt her but he says that four dogs are enough. I hope Molly, along with all the other dogs soon find their forever homes. Good luck to everyone at EGLR - you do a great job.
Posted 09 March 2008 at 17:18
By Geraldine
From Solihull, West Midlands
Just a big thank you for letting us adopt Spencer. We have had him for over a week now. The cats accepted him straight away and he got his first lick yesterday. Jake, our other Lurcher, loves him to bits and Spencer has shown him how to cock his leg and generally the best way to behave to get food treats! He really is a dream and whoever owned him previously has lost a beautiful dog but I'm sure Spencer loves his new home. Thank you Becky and Linda for letting us give such a beautiful boy a new home!
Posted 08 March 2008 at 14:25
By Pippa
From Godalming, Surrey
We adopted Toby from EGLR two years ago and he is a fantastic dog. His only vice is that he is a master counter surfer! Aside from that, he is totally bombproof with the children, has fabulous recall, can sit, lie and 'give paw' and is generally fabulous! I have never even heard him growl - he does purr though if you tickle his ears in the right place! I would highly recommend a Lurcher - they are so easy going. In fact, we are looking for a Lurcher pal for Toby so will keep on checking the website!
Posted 05 March 2008 at 16:12
By Roz
From Bristol
I have Sky (a Lurcher from EGLR) who has been with me a few years now and is quite a personality. I'm also very lucky to have the gorgeous Prince Aslan too, who is every bit as wonderful as Pip said he was. He is the soppiest boy and loves to snuggle on the sofa and despite everything he has been through, he is the happiest dog I have ever come across. Thank you Pip!
Posted 05 March 2008 at 18:30
By Tony Dow [EGLR Webmaster]
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Karen, I am advised that the details for this year's show have yet to be finalised but as soon as they are, we will publish them on this site. Thanks for your interest!
Posted 04 March 2008 at 14:02
By Sarah Wells
From Magor, South Wales
We adopted Misty from EGLR in the summer of 2007. She has been a fantastic dog and will be two this summer. She now has Sadie the Saluki as her pal and they get on like a house on fire chasing one another around and playing. Sadie too is a rescue. I would like to commend EGLR for all their hard work that they do and the love and care that is provided to these graceful dogs. I would highly recommend a Lurcher to anyone. I would love to read some tales from anyone else who had a puppy from the same litter as Misty. Pat was the foster carer.
Posted 03 March 2008 at 13:41
By Steve
From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Try Penn Woods - my pair love the deer smells and rabbit chasing.
Posted 01 March 2008 at 00:36
By Diana
From Berkshire
We adopted Benny (but renamed him Billy) who was featured on your site but was actually at Battersea in Old Windsor, and had been there for a year. He was always overlooked because he was so under socialised and would either shake in fear or bark at people as they went by his kennel. He looked so scared and we just couldn't leave him in the kennels so home he came. He spent two weeks shaking in on