rAINBOW BRIDGE



Sponsored in memory of some of the most beautiful "people" that have played a huge part in my life.

To our dearest Elsa and Gemma, both taken from us far too soon, and our dearest Gubby taken a week short of his 13th birthday. We think

of them every day and have our little Millie who is now 12 to comfort us.

With the love we have for them they will never really leave us but be in our hearts forever.



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RAINBOW BRIDGE

Just this side of Heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special friends so that they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine and our friends are warm and comfortable.
 
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigour; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days gone by.
 
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they miss someone very special to them, who had been left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance.
 
Her bright eyes are intent; her eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly she begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, her legs carrying her faster and faster.
 
You have been spotted and when you and your special friend meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. Your hands again caress the beloved head and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your beloved pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
 
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together ..............

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To anyone who has lost their special friend, please feel free to send their photo's and story to us and we will add them to this page.

Lois


01/8/2010-28/3/2024.


Lois was the most gentle and friendly greyhound with some ridiculous quirks that made us laugh and made us sometimes shake our heads.

Her laps of her feeding bowl before she would eat and then reversing out of the kitchen after eating rather than walking forward left us asking why!

The most loyal companion who was simply the best advert for Greyhounds and was loved by everyone who met her and will be missed by so many.

Our hearts are broken but we know you had a wonderful life and didn’t suffer at the end but there is a huge gap and will be forever.

Now go run and make sure it’s forward as you will get there quicker.

We love you Lois xxx

Nick, Joseph, Grace, Gemma, Harrison and Zak 


Ivy


Hi all at Croftview

I hope you will remember sweet little Ivy, who we adopted from Croftview back in September 2019 along with old Eddie (War Eagle). Sadly, we only had Eddie's dignified and charming company for 10 months but he made himself at home really quickly. Now we are deeply saddened to let you know that we had to let our sweet little Ivy go 12/03/24. She had cancer of the spleen which had metastasised to her lungs. So unfair, she was just ten years old and had the sweetest, friendliest nature. She got along with dogs of all shapes and sizes and lived in comfortable harmony with Eddie and then Ozzie (Timmy when at Croftview). Ivy showed anxious, nervy Oz how to be a pet, she was so chilled and confident and Oz looked to her when in doubt and to be the tester for new food ! Ivy had tendonectomies on each of her 3 good legs so she could at last enjoy corn-free walking and she enjoyed her off-lead walks in the fields and woods near us. We miss her so much; she was a joy to have with us and she had the softest fur - everyone commented on it. We will scatter her ashes on a fine day in the woods. Enclosed a few pics of Ivy with Ed and Ivy with Oz.

Kind Regards and Thanks,


Dawn, John and Ozzie


Daisy


Dear Stacey and all at Croftview who knew Daisy it is with great sadness I have to tell you that my beautiful gentle girlie crossed over Rainbow bridge on 20th August 2023 1 month shy of her 12th Birthday and just over 5 years of living with me.


 My first visit to Croftview I came to look for a dog of younger years and my biggest ask on that day was for a Harvel hound that could potentially be cat friendly as back then I had 2 cats - I was shown the dogs in the kennels by Alison and whilst looking at the dogs she made a point of telling me about Daisy who had been bought back the day before after living with a family for 5 years and she had also lived with cats (she was 6) and so began the story of Daisy in my life.


I will be forever thankful for you making a point of telling me about and showing me Daisy and my heart filled with joy at having the privilege of rehoming her although 5 months on from her passing this is so difficult and heart breaking to type through the tears but something I wanted to do for her and myself.

Once I said I would like to rehome Daisy she was reserved and I went home to make Daisy's wish list for things she would need - she was a truly spoilt girl, such a gentle girlie - elegant - the kindest eyes ( almost human) and a beautiful soul - not a bad bone in her body.


Daisy lived with 2 cats when she first came to the home and showed nothing but love for them and them for her - a family members cat was adopted at the beginning of 2023 making 3 and Daisy took it all in her stride to win her over too - which she did, and I think they all miss her too.

Daisy was a dream with any small animals ( squirrels etc) and other dogs when out on our walks and her 2 best friends that she got to know were Coco and Teddy ( Cockerpoo's) .


Everyone that met Daisy fell in love with her beautiful nature she would do a little bound of happiness up to people she knew and say hello - have a lean against her favourites and enjoy all the fuss and love and maybe the odd treat they gave her.

Daisy loved nothing more than snuggling on the sofa with me for cuddles - a belly and ear rub and a snooze - my companion when I wasn't well - a cold wet nose on my face and then her head snuggled into my neck to make sure I was ok and let me know she was there.


She loved doing the odd zoom or two now and then and loved having a run about in a safe enclosure and then home for her favourite pastime of all sleeping.

There is so much more that I can say, and I will always have a story to tell about her she fitted in this home perfectly and it felt as though she had been here more years than she had.

There is a huge empty space in my heart and my life but I am also happy and content in the knowledge that Daisy had the best life here with love and happiness, and she also gave love and happiness to all who met and knew her.


My beautiful Daisy run free over rainbow bridge until we meet again you are forever in my heart, and I will never forget you. 

Croftview thank you once again for introducing the gentle soul Daisy who melted my heart from day one.


Kind Regards


Karen Botevyle-Carter


Ranger


Dear Cheryl, 



Sadly we had to say goodbye to Ranger  after 8 wonderful years with us.






Louis


Hi Cheryl & all at Croftview.

I write with the sad news that Louis has left us. He suddenly developed pancreatitis  and wasn't responding to treatment. He looked really unwell one morning, as if he'd had enough.

It was a tough decision. We're consoling ourselves with the knowledge that Louis had a great 10 years with us.

See you soon.

Best wishes, Karen, Rod 




Spirit


Dear Cheryl and Stacey

You may remember us – we have had 4 Greyhounds from you over 14 years:

  • Rocky age 2 ¼ (a big brindle)
  • Gael 3 (a blue who had been hare coursing)
  • Charlie 9 whose owner had died & been with you 18 months (huge black & white)
  • Spirit 2 ¼ (a little brindle).
  •  

Four years ago we moved up to Yorkshire with only Spirit left. She settled in quickly and loved being a Yorkshire doggie making lots of friends out walking and in the ‘Local’, the Old Cock pub.

She has been a great companion during Lockdown, utterly devoted to us and anxious to please.

 

After developing a slight persistent limp we took her to the Vet – an X-ray showed a large invasive tumour round the top joint of her left leg. In spite of sedatives and pain relief it galloped over 10 days so we had no alternative but to say ‘goodbye’  -in spite of being brave she was constantly whimpering. She had a lovely last day (she had stopped eating hard biscuits/treats) so lots of cuddles and treats - sausages and a whole pack of Ham!

 

She has left a huge hole in our lives. Greyhounds are such a beautiful breed, so gentle and loving and take up little room, loving nothing more than curling up on the settee in the evenings with you.


 Judyx

 


Ellie


Dear All, some very sad news, our treasured family member Ellie fell peacefully asleep.
She had a bad couple of nights and very unsteady on her feet, not being able to get up or lie down. We felt it was the kindest thing to do for her.
Ellie will be greatly missed by us all, leaving a huge hole in our lives. 😰 Dawnie and Keith xxxx 


           Casey

Hi Stacey and Cheryl

Wanted to say Casey passed away peacefully 😞 😪 we are heartbroken 💔 we have been so blessed from the day we met her ❤️ she has been our best friend with her beautiful eyes watching us and if a treat was coming 😄 we loved her so much ❤️ everyone who met her loved her, we become pets as therapy she touched so many peoples lives children, staff, parents, she was a local VIP. We have a little holiday chalet we bought especially for Casey and Martin and I, she loved it everyone fussing her 💖 she is greatly missed, we feel lost without her such a gentle soul 🩷 when we are ready we hope to find another beautiful greyhound to give all our love to Casey would want that. Thank you for letting us take Casey home so we could give her all our love and she would put her head on our laps and look into our eyes saying I love you to her tail going so fast when you came in the room giving us the best welcome 🙏 😇💜 how lucky are we to have had the privilege of having Casey in our lives she was 10 yrs 5 the we love you Casey with all our hearts 💕 💞 Denise and Martin O'Neill

           Zeus

We are all devasted, we lost our Zeus when he was suddenly taken and found to have a huge cancerous tumour above his lungs. We had to let Zeus go and we are all truly devasted. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to adopt Zeus, it was a life-changing 2 years for our family. We are at peace knowing he had a family who loved and adored him. 


Kelly, Keith, Will, George, Tom and Polly Brennan


           Hero


To all at Croftview who knew and loved Hero,


It is with great sadness that we write to let you know that unfortunately Hero passed on Monday 5th June 2023 at just over 8 years old and 4.5 wonderful years with us.


We were hooked as soon as we met and he has held a very special place in our heart ever since. We are so glad we were able to give him such a comfy, cosy home - he certainly seemed to enjoy his retirement! Particularly having his own sofa and cuddles with "Cameron bear" the big cuddly toy that became his security blanket, very handy on trips away! 


Hero's gentle, lovable, cuddly nature made him a hit with everyone he met and he loved them all equally. He then remembered them every time and met them with an even bigger reaction! This is why we loved being able to take him back to see you all to get his nails clipped, something we all know he didn't love having done but he did love going back to see you all! 


Over time he even built lovely friendships with both our tortoise and his "cousin" a little Jack Russell! Despite the huge size difference he was even bossed around by both of them from time to time! A testament to his kind and respectful nature! He was exactly the same when he met children, went all calm and zen (even more than usual), making them feel calm too!

He won everyone round in seconds, could clear a room just as quickly with his smells and had some of the best sleeping faces and positions ever! A dog who despite his size swore he was a lap dog and loved being a bit of a hot water bottle cuddled up on cold nights in.

Hero our gorgeous boy, you will be sorely missed by all who knew you and our home won't be the same without you! 


Robbie & Lizzy 

xxx


Pennie


It’s with a broken heart to say  that  we lost Pennie.

She loved you guys at the kennels and thank you for looking after her so well and giving us the opportunity to give her our home & having such a sweet soul share our lives with.



Belle

Belle was very special to me. She was the first pet dog I've owned and introduced me to the wonderful world that is greyhound ownership.


She was the most gentle of creatures, so pretty, so docile and was the perfect companion. 


Belle was mentally so strong, she only did what she wanted. She was paralysed in all legs January from a stroke but that wasn't her end, with extreme effort and determination from Belle we got her back walking and an eventual return to normality and enjoyed a wonderful holiday to the Lake District. 


Unfortunately a few months later a freak break to her leg to which she never made it out of hospital following complications meant her time in this world was tragically cut short. 


She made it to 7 years and 5 months and was with me just short of 3 years. I like to think she had the most comfortable 3 years possible and knew just how I loved and cared for her. 

She was my first greyhound and will always hold a significantly special part in my heart ♥ 


RIP Belle, gone but never forgotten! 


Hobo


Dear Stacey and all at Croftview who knew Hobo,


We are very sorry to let you know that lovely gentle Hobo has passed away. He was a couple of weeks off his 11th birthday which would have been on 17th March.


He was such a lovely funny boy and he was healthy up until two weeks before he went. His passing was very peaceful and we are so lucky to have known him. 


He chose us by licking my husband's hand behind his back through the bars of his pound and we have been so glad he did!


 Rascal

It is with a very heavy heart that we are writing to let you know that we had to say good bye to Rascal.

 

We adopted her from you in October 2013. I know that we are biased but she has been the most fantastic greyhound ever.

 

If you remember we came to get a black girl but took Rascal for a walk whilst waiting for another to come back, she totally fell for us and vice versa and the deal was done. It was only afterwards that we realised that Martyn had only ever bet on one greyhound in his life and it was her, he placed the bet because her racing name was Baba Oriley and he is a Who fan and that is his favourite song. She lost that Race and so technically owed him a Fiver. Well we were honoured that she chose us to share her retirement with, and she was perfect from day 1, well behaved, loving, cuddly, but living up to her name of “Rascal” with cheeky ways such as following us up the hall at walk time biffing us up the bum to get a move on, or play bowing when you were trying to get her coat on, and even swearing at you when you took her out in the wet. She was a firm favourite in the area, and everyone loved getting Rascal cuddles.

 

For me specifically she gave me confidence to talk to people that we met whilst walking. During last year in particular I have either been on Furlough or working from home. So as Martyn is a key worker, and therefore continued to work, she kept me sane, giving me plenty of cuddles, making me leave my desk to take her out and even appearing on a few Zoom calls. For Martyn she patiently used to put up with him singing to her (and no he is not a typical Welshman in that respect) and totally worshipped him, running to the door when he came in, then going back to her bed waiting for a cuddle, often before he remembered to kiss me.

 

Whilst she had been gradually getting slower and a bit stiff, she was still loving life, and had a clean bill of health when she had her Old Age Checkup just after Christmas, but on Thursday she went off her food , and Friday she was definitely not right, it almost seemed like she told us it was time, no real cuddles, and no waggy tail. The vet saw us straight away, and unfortunately it seems that she had a very aggressive form of cancer. So they suggested the kindest course of action was sadly to let her go peacefully. It was not an easy decision but we had always promised her that we would always put her welfare above ours.

 

We are totally devastated, but as we had made appoint of stopping to say hello to all of you at some of the shows we felt it important to let you know.

 

So please find attached a few photos taken in happier times, to remind us all of what a fantastic girl she was. 


   Daisy


Sadly, we have to tell you that our beautiful Daisy ( called Dotty in your kennel and Fivestar Cabra on the track at Sittingbourne) passed away.She was put to sleep by our vets in Beckenham with us both there, as usual, talking to her, letting her see us, stroking her as she went off.

Daisy was 11 years 10 months old so we are happy to have given her a good family life since March 2013.


Molly

We are so sad to let you know that we have lost our darling girl Molly yesterday

She was only 10 years old. Our house is empty without her presence

She was

 the sunshine in our lives

The sweetest girl you can imagine. 

Thanks for letting her come to Belgium 8 years ago. 

Guy & Daisy liebaut




Mr Darcy / Ernie

There has been some time since Mr. Darcy (Ernie in the Kennel) passed away 17. November 2018, due to a massive hearth failure. Darcy got only 
six months with us, and passed away just a month after his fifth birthday. It has been difficult to write and find the words, because he 
is so deeply missed.
He came to us in Aalesund, Norway in May 2018, after having travelled a very long way. He was so perfect for us and Sunnie. He learned fast, and 
learned many new commands. He was a very intelligent dog. He was always in good humor, confident and curios.

Both Darcy and Sunnie loved their daily walks, and in the weekends they walked in the nearby mountain for many hours. Darcy was a handsome boy, 
and all peoples we met, admired him for his beautiful look.

Our comfort is that Darcy was happy the short time he was here.

Run free, and RIP our beautiful prince. We miss You so much.


Best regards

Britt, Torgeir & Sunnie.








Layla

It is with immense sadness that I have to inform you that my gorgeous greyhound Layla (kennel name Flying Nellie) had to be put to sleep on Friday.

In October 2010, my greyhound Jazz (also a Croftview adoptee), having lost his partner earlier in that year, chose Layla to be his new partner. It was clear, once we got home, that Layla was the right choice. For many years Layla and Jazz had a happy life together until the boy lost his battle with a tumour. It was a sad time but Layla was a real comfort and our bond became stronger.

 Layla had a wonderful life, running free on Broadstairs’ beach, ‘adopting’ people to walk with, and ensuring that she was the centre of attention wherever we went, including the local bank, pet shops and ‘dog friendly’ cafes. Even last weekend, Layla was still enjoying her regular haunts, despite celebrating her 13th birthday.

 But, last Friday her back legs finally gave out and she gave me the look that says “I’ve had a fabulous life but I want to go with dignity”. I called the vet and, after much soul-searching, I agreed for her to be put to sleep. Layla, her head on my lap, went peacefully.

 Layla will always have a piece of my heart and, although I may adopt another in time, she will never be forgotten. And, on a beach somewhere across the Rainbow Bridge, Layla is again running free.

Andy.







Hadley
Good morning,

It is with a heavy heart that I have to inform you that our dear Hadley (Droopys Had) crossed over the rainbow bridge in the early hours of Sunday morning. When we collected him from your kennels all those years ago it was for him to be companion to Peggy the Staffy and she adored him. She mothered him well and they were great friends. When Peggy sadly passed, Hadley then became adoptive father to little Millie the Whippet. He was fantastic with her. She will miss him dearly.
Although Hadley was my uncle's dog, he was a massive part of all the family. He was such a kind and gentle soul and a pleasure to be around. We could not have asked for more. He will leave a very big whole in our hearts.
I still remember the day we arrived at your kennels to be matched to the right dog. When he came trotting out I was amazed, I thought he was the biggest Greyhound I had even seen. He dwarfed his kennel mates. That goofy, soppy young hound stole our hearts right there. As he was only 2 yrs old when he was adopted, we were able to share many happy years with him.
I thought I would share with you some pictures of Hadley through his days with us.

Kind regards

Rebecca Watson-Murrells


Tess

Hi all,
Just like to give you the sad news that after nearly 12 years with and approaching her 14th birthday Tess sadly had to be put to sleep yesterday.
The family are devastated - thank you for giving us the opportunity to have 12 wonderful years with our beloved Tess.
Many thanks
The Heard Family

Ali

 Hello Croftview

ALI - BLUE ALIAS 28.10.2004 - 10.3.2018 (13 Years 5 months)

We were so fortunate to rehome Ali from Croftview 8 years ago. We were looking for an older dog, not a five year old, but Al being Al she knew who she wanted to go home with. Each time I walked pass her kennel she would stick her leg out and poke me with her foot, this happened 3 times and with those beautiful big brown eyes looking at me I couldn't refuse. 6 days later she was in her forever home with us.

It didn't take her long to settle in. After a quick tour of the house and gardens we sat down and left her to settle on the dog bed we'd bought for her. At this stage all our other greys have eyed us and their surroundings suspiciously. Not Ali, she just walked over to us, jumped on our laps and snuggled in for a cuddle. The pattern was set for the rest of her life.
 
Ali went to sleep for the final time this afternoon. After an 18 month battle with a spinal tumour and increasing kidney failure. We all new it was her time to go. She remained well, active and full of fun until 8 days ago, and then each day she became a little bit more tired and found lying down and getting up more difficult.

Ali, we loved you more than you ever imagined. Our hearts are broken. Run free with Muttley (Avago Mut) and Sarah (Sarah's Poacher). Until we're all together again we'll have to treasure our memories and think of you often Aliballyboo.
Good night and God bless Princess. XXX 


Mr Darcy / Ernie

There has been some time since Mr. Darcy (Ernie in the Kennel) passed away 17. November 2018, due to a massive hearth failure. Darcy got only 
six months with us, and passed away just a month after his fifth birthday. It has been difficult to write and find the words, because he 
is so deeply missed.
He came to us in Aalesund, Norway in May 2018, after having travelled a very long way. He was so perfect for us and Sunnie. He learned fast, and 
learned many new commands. He was a very intelligent dog. He was always in good humor, confident and curios.

Both Darcy and Sunnie loved their daily walks, and in the weekends they walked in the nearby mountain for many hours. Darcy was a handsome boy, 
and all peoples we met, admired him for his beautiful look.

Our comfort is that Darcy was happy the short time he was here.

Run free, and RIP our beautiful prince. We miss You so much.


Best regards

Britt, Torgeir & Sunnie.








Layla

It is with immense sadness that I have to inform you that my gorgeous greyhound Layla (kennel name Flying Nellie) had to be put to sleep on Friday.

In October 2010, my greyhound Jazz (also a Croftview adoptee), having lost his partner earlier in that year, chose Layla to be his new partner. It was clear, once we got home, that Layla was the right choice. For many years Layla and Jazz had a happy life together until the boy lost his battle with a tumour. It was a sad time but Layla was a real comfort and our bond became stronger.

 Layla had a wonderful life, running free on Broadstairs’ beach, ‘adopting’ people to walk with, and ensuring that she was the centre of attention wherever we went, including the local bank, pet shops and ‘dog friendly’ cafes. Even last weekend, Layla was still enjoying her regular haunts, despite celebrating her 13th birthday.

 But, last Friday her back legs finally gave out and she gave me the look that says “I’ve had a fabulous life but I want to go with dignity”. I called the vet and, after much soul-searching, I agreed for her to be put to sleep. Layla, her head on my lap, went peacefully.

 Layla will always have a piece of my heart and, although I may adopt another in time, she will never be forgotten. And, on a beach somewhere across the Rainbow Bridge, Layla is again running free.

Andy.







Hadley
Good morning,

It is with a heavy heart that I have to inform you that our dear Hadley (Droopys Had) crossed over the rainbow bridge in the early hours of Sunday morning. When we collected him from your kennels all those years ago it was for him to be companion to Peggy the Staffy and she adored him. She mothered him well and they were great friends. When Peggy sadly passed, Hadley then became adoptive father to little Millie the Whippet. He was fantastic with her. She will miss him dearly.
Although Hadley was my uncle's dog, he was a massive part of all the family. He was such a kind and gentle soul and a pleasure to be around. We could not have asked for more. He will leave a very big whole in our hearts.
I still remember the day we arrived at your kennels to be matched to the right dog. When he came trotting out I was amazed, I thought he was the biggest Greyhound I had even seen. He dwarfed his kennel mates. That goofy, soppy young hound stole our hearts right there. As he was only 2 yrs old when he was adopted, we were able to share many happy years with him.
I thought I would share with you some pictures of Hadley through his days with us.

Kind regards

Rebecca Watson-Murrells


Tess

Hi all,
Just like to give you the sad news that after nearly 12 years with and approaching her 14th birthday Tess sadly had to be put to sleep yesterday.
The family are devastated - thank you for giving us the opportunity to have 12 wonderful years with our beloved Tess.
Many thanks
The Heard Family

Ali

 Hello Croftview

ALI - BLUE ALIAS 28.10.2004 - 10.3.2018 (13 Years 5 months)

We were so fortunate to rehome Ali from Croftview 8 years ago. We were looking for an older dog, not a five year old, but Al being Al she knew who she wanted to go home with. Each time I walked pass her kennel she would stick her leg out and poke me with her foot, this happened 3 times and with those beautiful big brown eyes looking at me I couldn't refuse. 6 days later she was in her forever home with us.

It didn't take her long to settle in. After a quick tour of the house and gardens we sat down and left her to settle on the dog bed we'd bought for her. At this stage all our other greys have eyed us and their surroundings suspiciously. Not Ali, she just walked over to us, jumped on our laps and snuggled in for a cuddle. The pattern was set for the rest of her life.
 
Ali went to sleep for the final time this afternoon. After an 18 month battle with a spinal tumour and increasing kidney failure. We all new it was her time to go. She remained well, active and full of fun until 8 days ago, and then each day she became a little bit more tired and found lying down and getting up more difficult.

Ali, we loved you more than you ever imagined. Our hearts are broken. Run free with Muttley (Avago Mut) and Sarah (Sarah's Poacher). Until we're all together again we'll have to treasure our memories and think of you often Aliballyboo.
Good night and God bless Princess. XXX 
Buddy

 We got buddy from you many years ago he has been the best pet amazing he passed away today his name was buddy, his racing name toger thank you very much he lived until he was 13_14 in October once again thank you

Andy Michael Withey
 Knowsley Blonde (Leelu)

Hello, 

Our lovely girl Leelu sadly passed away over Christmas. She was an graceful old lady with teeth Nostferatu would be jealous off.
We got her from Croftview ( or she chose us) in January 5 years ago. 

She turned into a proper Houdini...very much her own dog, she has left a massive greyhound shaped hole in our hearts.

We feel fortunate to have had the years with her. 

Kind regards,
Heidi

Megan 

 Dear Julie, 9yrs ago I came to see you interested in having a greyhound. My wife walked down to look at the dogs and a large male named (SID) was pushed out of the way by Megan a little smaller to get a pat from my wife Pam. We had her,she was only two years old. Then in August she was taken ill and in only four days the vet had to put her to sleep. She gave us so much pleasure in the 9 years we had her, my Children and Grandchildren loved her, never will she be forgotten.
Regards.
Pam and Michael Bailey.


RIP Lenson Smoothie 

On December 7th, we all woke up and Smoothie did not. He slipped away peacefully in his sleep, in his favourite place, surrounded by his family. 

We adopted Smoothie in 2010. He was my first ever dog. And he was perfect! 

He was so funny when we brought him home. He had his own sofa for the very first time in his life, his own toys and more cuddles and walks that he could've possibly imagined. But, it wasn't enough for Smoo, He needed some more things to keep him happy. We came home from work one day to find him laying proudly on his sofa, with a baking tray and the iron with he chord chewed. We laughed so hard we cried - what a crazy thing to do! 

He used to love having his belly rubbed whilst lounging on his sofa sprawled out all over you and would paw at you if you stopped. You'd end up having such a dead arm but he loved it so it was all worth it. 

We will truly miss Smoothie. He was such a character and such a donkey. He would always just walk up to you wanting love and cuddles. He was a people person, He always wanted to be with his people. 

He moved to France and the end of last year to his forever retirement home. He had a massive field as his back garden! He could run and run and keep running and never run out of space and things to explore. His favourite place was definitely the dried up pond. He would spend hours chasing his tail in the long grass and chasing frogs. 

He has now passed over the rainbow bridge in the most peaceful way possible...it was his time and now he can play with his companion Kay who we lost last year. 

Until we meet again Smoothie. 

Goodbye and Good night my little pickle. 
Daisy

My beautiful Daisy crossed the rainbow bridge today, (22/10/2017)
Run free my beautiful, crazy loving girl.
We are heartbroken and will miss you like crazy. 
all our love forever and always.


Mandy Bradbury.....
Kane (General Kane) 


Dear Croftview.
 
My big, beautiful and incredible kind dog, Kane (General Kane) has passed away, 9 august 2017, 11 years and 4 months old. He was acute ill, with Spleen tumor with active bleeding and infiltration.
We are in broken of sorrow, and do not understand how this could happen. He had his yearly health check in June, and the Vet admired him because of his good health and condition despite his eleven years.
 
Kane moved to Aalesund, Norway, together with Sunnie, five years ago. He then was afraid of many things, and the slightest sound made him hide.
He went to puppyclas, and socialisation made him braver, and even new years fireworks did not bother him any more.
 
On his daily walks he met many small and big dogs with their owners., and he was always admired for his calm and friendly behaviour. But best of all was when he could run and play in the garden together with Sunnie, empty his toy basket and find his favourite toy, the tennis ball. And in the summertime he could spend the whole day, sunbathing in the garden furnitures. He also became clever to get his goodies, and was always ready to taste something new. After his daily walk, he was ready for his dentastix. He could walk on his back legs just to tell that it is time for his favourite treat. He was curious and wanted to be involved in most things. Guests, big and small were always welcome. When the evening came, the sofa was the best place, where he could enjoy himself with the paws in the air, God bless him.
 
He leaves behind a big emptiness, and we understand more and more how incredible lucky we have been, who were allowed to adopt this remarkable dog.
The house have become silent, and Sunnie misses her best friend so much. Luckily we have her, and hope she will be older than Kane became.
 
A big thanks to Croftview who helped us to get this dog, who made our lives better and eventful. He had a beautiful outer, and even more beautiful mind.
 
We were so fond of him and miss him so much. May he RIP, our dear friend.
 
 
Best regards from
 
Britt, Torgeir and Sunnie.

Lizzie

15 September 2005 to 27 August 2017

Rest in Peace Lizzie.
Your old family didn't want you anymore so you joined our pack in March.

We loved you from the minute we saw you.

Just after leaving the house for our walk this morning you started screaming and couldn't weight bear on your front left leg. I rushed you to the vets whilst we were waiting your wrist started to swell. Your leg was xrayed. It was broken. Bone cancer has struck again.

Going to miss you my beautiful cheeky chatter box.

Gail

Gail – age 6, with big brother Rocky
Gail – age 8, with big brother Charlie
Gail – age 10, with Spirit
Gail – age 9
Gail – age 5
Gail – age 8,having fun at Kilmarnock Stables, ‘Off the Lead’ with the Sussexc Greyhound walking group

Dear Croftview
Thank you for rescuing me when I was abandoned in Ireland after I hurt my paw Hare coursing. I was very thin and had almost given up on life.
I have had 6 wonderful years as part of the Roberts greyhound family – lst as a companion to Rocky, then when Rocky passed on I became ‘top dog’ with big boy Charlie and then little Spirit. However, I am now in a lot of pain walking and having had my morning sausage and pieces of cheese, I now just want to go to sleep.
Goodnight everyone.

Lara

Hi I just wanted to let you know that beautiful Lara (racing name Lara's choice) has sadly passed away today. She was in kennels with you for 18 months before we found her. Although very timid and shy with people she didn't know, she had a huge character and so much love to give to those she trusted - she was the best doggie/friend/loved one anyone could ever want. Our hearts are in pieces and she has left a massive hole in our family. Thank you Croftview so much for rescuing her and for giving her to us - she really was so special in every way. Steve McIndoe

Harvey

Charlie

Charlie was put to sleep today (5th Jan 2017) at 1pm at home by the VET.
He had been 9 months at Croftview after his owner had died, and overlooked as everyone said ‘a lovely boy but BIG and age 9…’. 
We brought him home – for a year or so we thought as he was the same age as Rocky who had died on Boxing Day the week before.
 
We have had him for 4 years and he was 13 ¼ . Not bad for a 40kg big boy!
He has had wobbly back legs for the last couple of years but suddenly had difficulty standing on Boxing Day and kept falling over.
An injection the next day did help but this morning he was unable to stand at all and in distress so we had no alternative.
He was such a loveable boy and tried so hard to keep going and will be sorely missed by us both, his fur sisters (Gail 10) and Spirit (4) and all those at his ‘local’ The Plough where he regularly could be found stretched out in front of the ‘Gentlemen’ - fortunately being black & white he could be seen!!!
 
We won’t forget him…..
 
Judy & Peter
Gail and Spirit

Twiggy


Dear all at Croftview
 
Just to let you know that our beloved Twiggy has gone to the Rainbow bridge. We got her in 2007 when she was 4 and she has been the most beautiful loving dog who has made us smile and laugh every day. She was a PAT dog for 5 years and enriched the lives of the elderly that she visited and everyone who met her fell in love with her. After suffering back pain she suddenly became paralysed last week and we had to put her to sleep at the age of 13. Thank you so much for introducing us to her and the greyhound breed. Run free my beautiful girl.
 
From Anne & Peter Hodges and family

Kauto Julie...AKA our Baby Girl Kay

We have said goodbye and goodnight to our beloved Kauto Julie...AKA our Baby Girl Kay. She was known as Judy in the kennels.
We adopted her in July 2011 and she was such a shy girl. She was frightened of literally everything and everyone. Over time she became more confident and curious...she would come bounding down the stairs to say hello to whoever walked through the door and made sure she got that ear rub she always loved. She loved her walks through the fields exploring with her companion greyhound Smoothie bounding through the long grass and stretching her legs. She was such a happy girl with a fantastic character, perfect in every way. She would sit and rest her head on your lap and paw at you if you stopped stroking her, she would chat to you and would always make you feel loved. She was our beautiful black beauty. 
She recently developed a very aggressive tumour which got devastatingly worse over the course of a few days and sadly it was best for her to close her eyes for the final time. We were with her till the end. Her head nestled into my dad's lap whilst I was stroking her ears. She has gone to the Rainbow Bridge where she can be free of pain and can run around to her hearts content.
I wanted to thank you for introducing us to Kay. She has been a faithful and loyal companion who we will always love and cherish. She will always be with us in our hearts.
Rest in Peace Baby Girl.
Goodbye and Goodnight. 

Kauto Julie...AKA our Baby Girl Kay

We have said goodbye and goodnight to our beloved Kauto Julie...AKA our Baby Girl Kay. She was known as Judy in the kennels.
We adopted her in July 2011 and she was such a shy girl. She was frightened of literally everything and everyone. Over time she became more confident and curious...she would come bounding down the stairs to say hello to whoever walked through the door and made sure she got that ear rub she always loved. She loved her walks through the fields exploring with her companion greyhound Smoothie bounding through the long grass and stretching her legs. She was such a happy girl with a fantastic character, perfect in every way. She would sit and rest her head on your lap and paw at you if you stopped stroking her, she would chat to you and would always make you feel loved. She was our beautiful black beauty. 

She recently developed a very aggressive tumour which got devastatingly worse over the course of a few days and sadly it was best for her to close her eyes for the final time. We were with her till the end. Her head nestled into my dad's lap whilst I was stroking her ears. She has gone to the Rainbow Bridge where she can be free of pain and can run around to her hearts content.
I wanted to thank you for introducing us to Kay. She has been a faithful and loyal companion who we will always love and cherish. She will always be with us in our hearts.

Rest in Peace Baby Girl.

Goodbye and Goodnight. 

Harvey Brackley 06.10.2005 - 21.10.2016 

I thought I would let you know that our beloved boy Harvey ( you named him Lee and his racing name was Dan Harvey Lee) went to sleep for ever yesterday. 

He was diagnosed with lymphoma at the beginning of September following the development of some swollen glands in his neck that had us rushing to the vets only to hear awful news confirmed by a biopsy a couple of weeks later.

The point of this story really is to say that we are devastated at his passing and at the moment I am not sure how I am going to live with out him.The future looks a bit bleak. I love him so so much. The day we brought him home I thought I was mad as I had never had a dog before let alone a 2 year old greyhound who was virtually terrified of his own shadow.  What a lovely lovely boy he came to be, perfect in every way. The picture attached was taken a few weeks ago just after his diagnosis. He was just over 11 years old. 

Although he was still shy of strangers , you were so right when you said he would always be shy but very loyal to us he did get a lot better but at home as you can see he was king of the castle , so loved and so cherished. Not a day went by when I wasn't thankful for him.I would love to see this and his photo on the website in memory of him. 





BELLA
8 April 2005 - 12 March 2020 

8 April 2005 - 12 March 2020 
 
With great sadness I must report that, less than a month before what would have been her fifteenth birthday, Bella has gone. Her once magnificent back legs finally gave up on her. We rehomed her from Croftview kennels in November 2009, a few weeks after her last race, which she won, of course. Her racing name was Home Queen and she won 26 out of 104 races (coming second a further 21 times). Her pedigree line through her mother goes back to a dog called Marcia in 1819. Bella was a very classy, beautiful and above all elegant animal, who loved to run.  
 
Many people who walk their dogs in Greenwich park or Norman park will remember her. When she arrived she loved to chase squirrels (she ran past them because that’s what racing greyhounds do) and, more worryingly, horses. Although she recognised fellow greyhounds amiably, she showed no other signs that she knew that she was a dog. Any annoying evidence that she wasn’t one of the humans would stimulate a slightly puzzled frown on her otherwise serene and expressionless face. Her ability to adapt to wherever she was, as long as she was with other people that she knew, was amazing. She divided her life between Bromley and our house in Normandy, where she spent her summers. 
 
Like all greyhounds, what she mostly did was lie down. When she was younger her bursts of activity were joyous (apart from running she jumped like a harrier) but as she aged she accepted her reduced mobility with her customary good nature. We are left with many memories and some beautiful photographs. Bella, there is no more heartfelt tribute I could give to man or beast than to say: thank you for being you.