Apr 24, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
Maura (Rackethall Maura)
born Sept 2022
Dinky girl but with plenty of attitude. Maura had a mercifully short career and isn’t even three.
Managed to get her head over the line first on a couple of occasions but let’s not get carried away. Maura’s talent lies in looking strong and stunning. The lady would probably make an excellent influencer.
“Maura is a dog who probably didn’t find kennel life easy but for whom the outside world was also a scary place. But, after spending the last few months in foster, this shy and timid girl, has really started to come out of her shell and has even started playing with toys. Maura can be a bit unsure of new people, and it takes times to win her trust but once she knows, and is comfortable with you, she is the most loving and affectionate girl. After only a few weeks, Maura developed a strong bond with her foster carers and now likes to make sure she’s front of the queue for their affection and, with a little time & patience, Maura will develop the same strong bond with her new family. Maura currently lives with her foster family’s other two hounds and, whilst she was a little unsure of the humans to begin with, she formed an immediate friendship with the other dogs. Out and about on the lead, Maura will look at other dogs (and cats) out of interest, but she isn’t reactive. Apart from the odd accident, Maura is clean in the house and sleeps through the night.
Whilst Maura is now completely relaxed and comfortable at home, the outside world is still very scary. She is frightened by loud noises and busy places and is walked on a harness to keep her safe. Maura would be happiest in an adult only home in a quiet or rural location with adopters who understand she may be a little shy and unsure to begin with. For those willing to invest a little time and patience, it will be so rewarding when you win Maura’s confidence & trust”.
Beautiful.
Apr 19, 2025 | News
Eighteen rehomed or fostered in just four weeks and several more in the pipeline. I challenge any greyhound rescue to match that total.
Apollo, Power, More, Lilly(reserved) Manny, Dora and puppy dog….England
Oscar, Peggy, Magic, Ridley, Rami & Tubbs rehomed.
Ventress (reserved) Bellamy, Gina, Presley and Domino on foster…Scotland
My personal and genuine thanks, in no particular order to those responsible for this success. Those travelling up and down the motorway with various dogs in the back. They might stay overnight , a few days or a few hours. Our new place is starting to gain traction, and Tia is attracting Scottish adopters/fosters. Two of the three girls transported here last week are on trial/rehomed already. We hope young Maggie won’t be long after them. Beautiful bitches like these may be low hanging fruit, however their departure from the trainers has a knock-on effect. Large black dogs waiting for a spot at Tia get a reprieve for a while, though we take plenty of those. Tommy and Sammy have just passed Scotch Corner an hour ago, and a placement is already lined up for Tommy. Our kennel staff have made their beds up ready. Thanks girls.
Our fosters are outstanding. Best in the business. Let’s not forget they continually bond with a dog, only to see it disappearing down the drive without a backward glance. Enough to break one’s heart and they are very special people. Some people just can’t do it. Lilly has been reserved at last, to the relief of Glencoe and Harvey and we hope the others will be packing their bags soon. Particularly Madeline who seems to be ruling the roost there.
Who would have thought we would still be customers of Donaldsons the vets. Solid gold. I don’t need to be there. They are on speed dial and after all these years know exactly what we want. They fit in with the pickups and drop offs, hold some overnight until ready. I really miss the vet’s room at Millrace and the Thursday neutering afternoon gossip. Phones off, feet up and a stream of bacon sandwiches. Bliss.
Thank you to those who have taken over the promotion in the media. Tia was missing so many opportunities due to lack of attention, and you have caught the reins. If you do the write ups, like or share, you are contributing make no mistake. Our recent success in rehoming is in no small way down to you.
A huge thanks to those who raise funds for us. Massive! You can’t get far without the stuff. We would be out of business within a week without you. More on you guys later and more fully. I really can’t do you justice here.
Finally, some gratitude to the dogs who put up with a succession of guests at their homes. They are required to shift up, share bowls and bones and be nice. It speaks volumes to the temperament of the greyhound that they tolerate these arrangements. We hear you Nola and Pirlo, Maddie will hopefully be on her way soon.
Apr 18, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
Elsa (Explosive Elsa)
born May 22
Her granny was a rockstar. Mum would have failed to get a job in Tescos. Won twelve races though and downed tools in a race back in December. A hock injury, which finished her career. Cuddle monster.
We shall have to prise her away from the kennel manager like a toddler with a toy as Elsa is her favourite.
Apr 18, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
Kellie (Sparta Kellie)
born Jun 21
Mum had one litter, eleven pups and only Kellie and one another did anything to write home about. Her sister won in April at Waterford, in some style. The other nine never even made the track.
Kellie won five races but her form tailed off, wisely her connections threw in the towel.
Quiet girl who pulls a little on her lead to begin with but soon settles. Ideally needs to be rehomed with another dog as she struggled on her own when her kennel mate Branno got rehomed. Very sweet & friendly.
Apr 17, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
Avery (Saleen Avery)
born July 21
Lovely quiet girl who loves being fussed. Came in last back in Oct and her connections called it a day. They’d had a few chicken dinners, courtesy of her efforts, mind you. Eight wins and finished in one piece. A sweetie.
Apr 17, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
Branno (Bargain Branno)
born July 21
Twelve races. Best placing was third. Tried though, unlike the rest of the litter. We have been told he is an absolute gentleman and would sell his soul for a snog.
Beautiful.
Apr 11, 2025 | News
Rehoming
Gina
Earlier this week the very beautiful Gina went into a foster home with Wilbur. He is very happy with his second wife… Thanks to foster parents for making the journey from Kirriemuir.
Madeline
A friendly, loving girl who will be four in May. She has settled quickly and easily into her foster home and is now ready to find her forever family.
She is very affectionate to everyone she meets, including children. She love cuddles and playing with her soft toys. She currently lives with two other hounds and has got on well with the other breeds she has met.
She travels well, can be left for up to 4 hours, is clean in the house and sleeps through the night. Her foster Dad says “despite losing part of her tail in an accident, she still wags it when she’s happy – which is most of the time”!
Fern
Here is the beautiful Fern.
She wanted to play with the resident cat, so is having to come back…naughty puppy dog. She is available for adoption.
Lily
Lovely Lily is a happy, playful three year old who has spent the last few months getting acquainted with home life. She is now looking for a forever family to adore her!
Lily is an inquisitive girl who loves playing with her toys. She can sometimes get excited around other dogs, but not always. She is clean in the house and is currently living with two other hounds but we think she would also settle as an only dog.
Lily has met children in the home when her foster parents’ Grandchildren have come to visit and she is always excited to meet people, greeting everyone with her helicopter tail! Her foster Dad says “I have never known a happier dog. She is amazing”!
Lily will also be at the Tia event at Cannon Hall this Sunday, 13th April.
Meet all the dogs that are currently looking for new homes here. If you can give one of them a home – foster or permanent – please get in touch with Deb at 07974 960684.
500 Club
Huge thanks to everyone who has bought a ticket for the 500 club so far. If you haven’t bought a ticket yet – what are you waiting for!? For just one £10 ticket, you could win up to £1500!
Here are all the details.
And remember, the draw will only take place once all the tickets have been sold, so tell your friends, family, pets…whoever! The sooner the tickets are sold, the sooner the prizes will be awarded…
Thank you!
Staffing
We are currently looking for a member of staff for the kennels.
The shifts are 8am – 4pm, and include every Saturday and Sunday. Full or part time. Minimum wage applies.
Please email deb@tia-rescue.org
Thankyou.
Nov 27, 2024 | Recently Rehomed
Mikey (Salacres Mikey)
d.o.b. 8/10/2020
Last won a race back in May and just became slower. Still eight wins is nothing to be ashamed of. He seemed to have had enough. Mikey is a 32 kilo boy who can be seen at his trainers in Nottingham.
Beautiful blue coat.
Apr 2, 2025 | News
Do you want to be part of an exclusive club? Well, this is for you.
Welcome to the 500 club.
There are 500 tickets available, and entry is £10.
Members of the club will be entered into three separate prize draws held over three months. Once all 500 tickets have been sold, the first draw will take place on the 1st of the month immediately afterwards; the next draw a month later; and the third and final draw a month after that.
In each draw, you have the chance of winning one of three cash prizes;
Prizes
1st £500
2nd £200
3rd £100
So – for just £10, it’s possible for you to win £1500!
Entries are open from 1st April. Each draw will be made on Facebook, and winners will be contacted directly. All the information re: entering can be found here.
All net proceeds will go to the work of Tia Greyhound and Lurcher Rescue (Tia Rescue), registered charity 1105626 (England & Wales), and SC051782 (Scotland).
Tia Rescue is licensed to run small society lotteries and raffles with the Highland Council (lottery registration number GA/315/22/1).
Mar 28, 2025 | News
One of our volunteers has been wittering on for years regarding the fallout when the tracks start to close. Alarmingly it seems she was correct. The run down of the industry, particularly in the Northeast is merely a straw in the wind. A warning of what is to come. Trainers quitting, 4/5 runner races are becoming normal. If even one of the three stadiums close, the rescues will not be able to cope. There may be thousands of dogs needing homes.
Take this week. Monday began with a phone call from a trainer. More switched on than most, they had been reducing numbers for a while in preparation for their own rapidly approaching retirement. Good people, they have three in the house but need help with the remaining seven. These are all highly desirable, neutered and ready. Could we take even one?
Next up, a call from someone we have dealt with for years. Family situation and his last two greys have to go. There is no way we can turn our back on them and these superstars will be heading up the Great North Road soon.
Tuesday. Another call, another trainer. Wrong side of the Pennines this time, eight places needed urgently. We said we would try to help. We had lunch and the phone rang. Another trainer. He needs places for ten, more than willing to pay for the transport, bitches spayed and ready to go. Stiff brew needed (Yorkshire).
Our small success in homing directly from trainers seems to be getting about. The call on Wednesday simply devastated us. Twenty! That’s 47 for those who don’t need calculators. This on top of our usual contacts who are waiting patiently for a place, be it on our rehoming page or the barn. We have a good handful in foster with the back-room girls and boys, learning how to evolve into responsible citizens. Thanks guys. Love you more….
There are six new greys on our website, three boys, three girls. They are neutered and frankly beautiful. Please take a look if you are wanting to adopt. Paddy, Pablo and George with Gloss, Alice and Bounty bringing up the girl power. In the past these dogs would have gone by the weekend, some never saw a track. Give the kennels a ring. No timewasters please.
Five dogs are heading up here on the 2nd April, thanks as always to our volunteers. We will be full again then…
I have an idea….Deb
