Hull Greyhound Rescue is an independent rescue charity run by volunteers and greyhound owners.
Sue Markham heads the rescue – she has been active in rescuing and rehoming greyhounds since 1999 and has also been working with greyhounds for over 40 years.
The rescue is self-funded and relies on the generosity and kindness of supporters who also have a passion for greyhounds.
A ‘non-destructive’ policy is in place which means that NO greyhound, that the rescue helps, will be put to sleep except on health grounds where there is no other option.
Hound awareness:
Greyhounds are completely unlike any other dogs for example:
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they need a steady routine and dislike change, most of them are not “play” interactive with children
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this breed have short energy bursts and like to rest, which is usually on a padded dog bed or “sofa” if the family allows
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they are the couch potatoes of the dog world – needing more sleep than other breeds
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these dogs are not very good off lead due to their instincts to chase from their racing days
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over time they can learn to interact with other breeds and some even becoming cat friendly
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greyhounds need a complete “greyhound food” which is VAT FREE! (available from us) with a tasty topper
PLEASE REMEMBER:
These beautiful hounds have come from a racing career, therefore have never been introduced to a home environment.
We’re also on facebook at: www.facebook.com/hullgreyhoundrescue
APPEALS:
Please have a look at our HELP NEEDED page.