Happy International Day of Happiness! Did you know that our lovely four-legged friends, especially greyhounds and lurchers, have an incredible talent for bringing joy into our lives? These elegant and gentle creatures can make wonderful companions, filling our homes with love and laughter. Adopting a greyhound or lurcher can truly be a source of immense …
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Another Big Win for Greyhound Welfare!
Following Wales’ historic move last night to phase out greyhound racing, Forever Hounds Trust welcomes the news that Scotland has followed suit tonight, with the government voting to ban greyhound racing in the country. Whilst there are currently no active tracks in Scotland, this means greyhound racing will not return, marking another significant step forward …
An important milestone for greyhound welfare
Stage 4 of the Prohibition of Greyhound Racing (Wales) Bill took place in the Welsh Senedd this evening, and Forever Hounds Trust are pleased that the Welsh Government has voted to move forward with a phased ban on greyhound racing in Wales. We will continue to support greyhounds and work with other rescue organisations to …
Happy Homing Story – Sweetpea
We’ve received this wonderful update on gorgeous Sweetpea who was adopted four years ago! She is doing amazing. She has her brother (the black dog) and my parents rescue (the whippet). She’s slowing down and getting stiffer but she’s doing amazingly well! We just love these pictures of Sweetpea living her best life!
Trustee Treasurer Needed!
Love Sighthounds? Have a Head for Figures? Forever Hounds Trust is looking for a dedicated and strategic Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. If you believe that every greyhound and lurcher deserves a life free from fear and full of love, and you have the financial expertise to help us sustain that mission, we’d love to hear …
Help Jim Write His Next Chapter
When Jim arrived in our care, he didn’t arrive alone. At his side was his lifelong companion, Joyce – a devoted pair who had shared every chapter of their lives together. From the very beginning, we were determined to find a home for them together, so that this remarkable relationship could continue. Jim is eight …
Happy Homing Story – Ziggy
We absolutely love hearing about our adopted dogs, so we were delighted to receive this lovely update on the very handsome Ziggy (formerly Kelpie), who was adopted two years ago! Forever happy – and so are we! He is such a good boy with a real zest for life… and sleeping! He still has his …
A Valentine’s Plea!
Hello, kind human! 💖 We’re Viva & Uno, two lovehounds in search of a forever home where we can stay together. We’ve shared cuddles, adventures, and plenty of sofa snuggles, and we just know our hearts will be happiest side by side. I’m Uno, the 10-year-old whippet princess. I like life served with a side …
Desperate Measures for Flo!
Hello everyone! 👋 My name is Floella, and I’m the new hairy lurcher on the block. I’m bouncy, affectionate, and love nothing more than cuddles, fuss, and playful games with my carers. I’ve got a big heart, a silly sense of humour, and a talent for making people smile. I’d love to be the only …
Happy Homing Story – Dolly and Keef
Dolly and Keef were the unfortunate start to our 2025 Summer Appeal when they came to us after their owner was seriously injured in a car accident. Keef, a gentle soul, had been adopted years earlier, and after losing his canine companion, Dolly had joined the family, bringing joy and companionship back into his life. …
Dame Jilly Cooper DBE Thanksgiving Service
We were honoured to be invited as guests to the Service of Thanksgiving for the life and work of Dame Jilly Cooper DBE at Southwark Cathedral today. It was a true celebration of her life, her humour, her friends and her dedication to animals and nature. Jilly was a passionate and long-standing advocate for greyhounds …
2027 Calendar Competition
Our calendar competition is back! This is your chance to see your hound and your photograph in print in our 2027 calendar! We are looking for 13 incredible images to use, which represent sighthounds and reflect Forever Hounds Trust’s origins and work. You can enter multiple images for different categories but remember we are looking …