On Saturday 9th July, Greyhound Rescue West of England (GRWE) will celebrate 20 years of existence, and with it will become ‘Forever Hounds Trust’ – a name that better portrays the breadth of the charity’s work, which now covers all of England and incorporates all sighthound breeds. To mark the occasion, there will be a special party, …
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Handsome ex-racing greyhounds ‘Hank’ and ‘Hi’ both searching for a new home after rescue centre takes them in
Forever Hounds Trust is making an urgent appeal to find a home for two beautiful greyhounds who have both been handed back to the centre near Wincanton through no fault of their own. Hank is a three and a half year greyhound who came into Forever Hounds Trust’s care after retiring from the racing industry. Since …
Forever Hounds Trust saddened that the UK government has not yet committed to do more to ensure the welfare of greyhounds used by the racing industry.
In its response to the EFRA Committee report on greyhound welfare, published today, the government fails to make any assurances that the greyhound racing industry will be required to provide evidence of its welfare standards, address the need for regular kennel inspections or a statutory levy on the betting industry. This lack of action comes …
Government to publish response to the Greyhound welfare report tomorrow.
The response from the UK Government to the Greyhound welfare report will be published at 11am tomorrow morning. https://www.parliament.uk/business/committees/committees-a-z/commons-select/environment-food-and-rural-affairs-committee/news-parliament-2015/greyhound-welfare-government-response-16-17/
Lovely lurcher Badger wants to become a runner’s new best friend!
Forever Hounds Trust is appealing for a home for a very special lurcher called Badger, who enjoys a run and has recently tried his paws at cani-cross. Take one look at Badger, who is being looked after near Bath, and you will see how he got his name. This handsome, medium sized black and white …
Volunteers’ Week 2016: The big celebration!
Did you know that Forever Hounds Trust is largely made up of volunteers? With nearly 400 pairs of helping hands operating across the country, we knew that there was much to shout about during Volunteers’ Week 2016! The annual event, which took place this year between 1-12th June (its ending co-inciding with the Patron’s Lunch), is an initiative …
Annie the rescued Greyhound joins the congregation of Pershore Abbey
A rescued greyhound is melting hearts in Pershore after finding a new home with vicar Claire Lording and becoming part of her congregation. Claire, who is the vicar of Pershore Parish, gave Annie a home four months ago after the lovable dog found herself in the care of Forever Hounds Trust, Forever Hounds Trust. Annie …
Call for the UK and Ireland to limit greyhound breeding on welfare grounds
The leading independent greyhound rescue and welfare organisations in England, Wales and Ireland have joined forces to call for action on the number of racing greyhounds being bred and entering the sport. Organisations warn that almost twice as many dogs leave the industry as can be found homes as pets. Approximately 9,000 animals retire from …
Greyhound named ‘Windsor’ in honour of Queen’s 90th birthday in need of home
Forever Hounds Trust is making an urgent appeal to find a home for a very regal looking three year old greyhound they have named Windsor. Windsor, a former racing greyhound, came into Forever Hounds Trust’s care around the time of the Queen’s 90th birthday and is being looked after in Cindeford, Gloucestershire. Kennel and Welfare Coordinator …
Forever Hounds Trust deeply concerned at reports that more greyhounds are due to be transported from Ireland to Macau
Forever Hounds Trust (Forever Hounds Trust) is deeply concerned about reports that a further 24 greyhounds are due for transport to Macau this evening. Their journey from Ireland saw them overnight in the UK but will end in certain death at the infamous Macau, Yat Yuen Canidrome, which has a deplorable welfare record. As the …
A statement from Forever Hounds Trust regarding Adam Jones’ claims about a homed dog
The dog concerned came into Forever Hounds Trust’s care lawfully. The legal owner of this dog was Mr Jones’s former partner who signed him over to be homed by a rescue, as was her legal right. The dog was subsequently found a new home, where he is much-loved and very well cared for. The removal …
Forever Hounds Trust Charity Shop – Job Opportunities
Forever Hounds Trust will be opening its first charity shop, in Haywards Heath, West Sussex in the next few months. We are looking for a Manager and an Assistant Manager to make sure the shop runs smoothly, makes as much money as possible for the hounds and generates interest in the charity. Volunteers will, as …