When Gerri and her husband Stewart saw a greyhound featured in Dogs Today, Forever Hounds Trust told them that she probably wasn’t suitable to live with their other dogs. Fortunately, it wasn’t long before they found one that was…. “At the time, we had two older dogs,” says Gerri. “Gracie, a Staffordshire/Whippet cross was around …
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A happy homing for the lovely Merlin
Merlin is Richard and Clare’s second dog from Forever Hounds Trust. He’s only been in his new home a few weeks and he’s already living happily with horses, cats, chickens and pigs! He’s also given their older lurcher, Foyle, a new lease of life. Clare told us how they came to meet Merlin. “Richard and …
Forever Hounds Trust carol concert for dogs with Anthony Head – watch the video now!
Greyhounds and lurchers donned their finest festive attire to attend a special candle-lit carol concert held in their honour. The service was also attended by international actor, Anthony Head, who gave a reading at the event in Bath City Centre Church, St Michael’s Without, on Wednesday 9th December. Watch the video to find out what …
Have a happy and safe Christmas
With Christmas just around the corner it is an exciting and hectic time for many of us. It can however be a stressful time for the dogs in our lives, with lots of people, noises and an unfamiliar routine to cope with. Make sure that Christmas is as stress free for your hounds (and you!) …
Buyer Beware!
On Sunday 6th December we received a panic-stricken call from a gentleman. He had collected a 12 week old greyhound puppy from a ‘breeder’ in Nottinghamshire the day before, having found details of this pup on Pre-loved (or similar). He had done his due diligence to the best of his ability and explained they needed …
Recipes for seasonal doggy treats
Two easy recipes for delicious Christmas treats for your dog A bit of well-trimmed turkey (without the stuffing or gravy!) is sure to be a welcome treat but why not try these yummy recipes to make a special treat for your hound – the biscuits make brilliant present for your dog to give their canine …
Forever Hounds Trust gives evidence to inquiry on racing greyhound welfare
Forever Hounds Trust were honoured to be invited to provide oral evidence on the welfare of racing greyhounds to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ subcommittee on 24th November 2015, at the Palace of Westminster. We were the only independent rescue organisation to be asked to give evidence, and were pleased to speak on behalf of …
#sofadog success!
We’ve had an amazing response to our #sofadog campaign! Hundreds of pictures have been posted on our Facebook and Twitter pages, demonstrating just what wonderful pets greyhounds and lurchers make.Some of the pictures showed off the quirky nature of your pet, some of them pictured their affectionate side, but all of them were posted by …
Congratulations to our Grand Raffle winners
A huge thank you to everyone who bought tickets in our 2015 Grand Raffle, which has raised thousands of pounds to support Forever Hounds Trust’s ongoing work of helping hounds in need. Thank you very much for your support. Congratulations to our winners, who are: 1st prize (£250): Mrs Phyllis Lunn, Berkshire 2nd prize (£150): …
“We called her Gladys – because we are so glad she is here”
When Val and Harden lost their eight year old greyhound Doris to cancer in May this year, they barely hesitated before contacting Forever Hounds Trust to see if there was another dog they could adopt. “We came across greyhounds quite by accident,” Val told us. “We’d always had dogs but we loved whippets and when …
Case Study: “We wanted a dog that didn’t need much walking – an older greyhound was perfect”
When Yvonne and Pete lost Carla, their German Shepherd cross in 2011, they swore they’d never get another dog. But then one of Yvonne’s work colleagues got an ex-racing greyhound and they fell in love with the breed. “In more than 40 years of marriage, we’ve always had dogs and they’ve always been rescue dogs,” …
Crisis in finding homes for dogs
Changes in the economy and a reduction in home ownership has led to fewer home offers for rescued dogs. Dogs are being put to sleep as a result of a lack of homes. Half the number of dogs finding new homes compared to three years ago. People urged to come forward now to save greyhounds …