Wren was quite shutdown when she first arrived into our care (not surprising given the awful conditions she had been previously living in!) foreverhoundstrust.org/help-wren-with-our-spring-raffle/
But, she's coming out of her shell now, and is proving herself to be very affectionate with her carers. We'd love her to get another step up in her living conditions soon....she's already seen a massive improvement thanks to our clean and cosy kennels and attentive staff, now she desires a cosy home and a loving family to call her own.
You can see just how sweet she is in this video. โค๏ธ๐พ
She has now been fully assessed and you can read all about her, and the sort of home she needs here: foreverhoundstrust.org/dog/wren/
Hi, it's me...Coco! ๐พ Whilst I have spent a lot of my life in kennels, I have to say, I am very well looked after AND I want for nothing (except a home of my own...hint hint!) ๐ The kennel staff are great, they spend time with me during the day, take me for walks, feed me, give me treats and supply me with enrichment activities that keep me occupied in my kennel - this antler is a particular favourite! Whilst all this is great, some time ago I did spend a couple of days in foster just to see how I would cope in a home, and I loved it! That extra bit of comfort (the sofa ROCKED!), an endless supply of love and cuddles on tap - THAT is the life I long for, but just seems elusive for me. Why does no-one want me? ๐ข People say
This Sunday (19th), we are holding another of our ever popular sighthound social walks in Minchinhampton, Glos.
Please do come along and join us for a lovely stroll with like-minded people and their gorgeous hounds. ๐๐พ
More details on this and other events can be found here: foreverhoundstrust.org/events/
Earlier this month we ran Temptation Alley and had a stall at The Big Bark in Shepton Mallet hosted by A Doggy Day Out It proved to be a very busy day; lots of dogs visited to see if they could resist temptation, or guarantee a sausage on the sausage bobbing! ๐ A highlight of the day for us was seeing two of our adopted hounds, brothers Monarch and Topsy meet for the first time since they were adopted! (see pictures) It was quite an emotional meeting for all concerned! โค๏ธ An amazing total of ยฃ649.16 which goes directly towards helping greyhounds and lurchers in need. We need to say a few thank you's... ๐พ To Miss Ivy Events for letting us have a free stall and their kind donation of ยฃ79. ๐พ To Lily's Kitchen for the box of treats that they donated for us for Temptation Alley. ๐พ
Itโs Mental Health Awareness Week, and did you know, caring for a dog can help our mental health in many ways, including: ๐พ Increasing your physical activity. ๐พ Providing companionship. ๐พ Reducing anxiety. ๐พ Helping you meet new people. ๐พ Adding structure to your day. But remember, itโs not just all about you; your dog needs to have good mental health too, and that is something we are passionate about here at Forever Hounds Trust. Having a dog is a serious commitment; youโll need to have the time, money and energy for a dog, as well as a suitable home environment. Otherwise, it could have the opposite effect โ both yours, and the dog's mental health could suffer. Would you like to introduce a dog into your life to help your mental health, but arenโt sure if the long-term commitment of adopting is right for you? Fostering is a great
Say hello to handsome Bruce! ๐
This gorgeous boy has recently arrived in our care having made the 150+ mile journey from the east of the country. We are still getting to know him, however, he has already proved himself to be a friendly lad! He's affectionate and gentle, and enjoys walking with his friends. ๐
He isn't ready for homing yet, but if he has caught your eye, check out his newly published profile for more pics of him. โค๏ธ
If we haven't got a suitable home for him on our waiting list, he will become available when his assessment is complete and he is ready to start his new life!
foreverhoundstrust.org/dog/bruce/
Today is the start of Foster Care Fortnight, a campaign to raise the profile of fostering and show how foster care transforms children's lives. But...did you know, fostering can change dog's lives too? ๐พ Many of you followed Foster Dog Jack's blog on this page. As you probably know, Jack is very happily homed now and his family are delighted to have adopted him - they give credit to his foster family for giving them the chance to. They say... "Jack came to us on the 3rd March as a foster boy. Now he is officially adopted and we are incredibly happy that Jack and Jessie have become such firm friends. Jessie was so sad after we lost our beloved FHT boy, Jet, last year. It was devastating to see Jessie depressed and pining for Jet after he died. But now with Jack in her life, she is so happy
Say hello to gorgeous Faye ๐
This beautiful lady has recently arrived in our care having made the 150+ mile journey from the east of the country. We are still getting to know her, however, she has already proved herself to be a friendly girl, happily greeting us when she arrived! She's playful and affectionate, and her favourite thing is lots of cuddles!
She isn't ready for homing yet, but if she has caught your eye, check out her newly published profile for more pics of her. โค๏ธ
If we haven't got a suitable home for her on our waiting list, she will become available when her assessment is complete and she is ready to start her new life!
foreverhoundstrust.org/dog/faye/
There once was a lurcher named Lou,
Who hated the rain and the dew.
With a leap and a bound,
He'd dodge puddles around,
For a soggy wet coat wouldn't do!
ps...it's #NationalLimerickDay!
Please note, an AI image has been used to illustrate the limerick - not many lurchers would get this close to a big puddle for fear of gravity failing them, and falling in! ๐๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฆ
๐๐ฒ๐น๐น๐ผ ๐ฅ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฎ!
Here comes beautiful Rhea to see if she has had any home offers yet....(and secure a treat in the process!) ๐
This sweet and gentle four-year old-girl would love a home where she gets all the attention from her new family (i.e. no other dogs), and for them to be understanding and patient with her whilst she builds confidence in her new life. ๐โค๏ธ
Have you got a Rhea shaped space on your sofa? Read more about her and apply here: foreverhoundstrust.org/dog/rhea/