Dec 12, 2025 | News
Remembering Avril
It is almost three weeks since Avril died. Avril has been a supporter of Tia since it’s beginning; she ran the Meltham shop voluntarily for years, and also used to run a clairvoyants evening and dance, and of course a very successful annual coffee morning. She also grew and sold a lot of plants for us, she loved plants…
She has always been there, in the background for Tia, and she never wanted any praise or recognition.
Jo fetched her to the dog show in Halifax in August, and she took great pleasure in seeing all the people and of course the dogs.
She will be missed massively.
The funeral is on Wednesday the 17th December at Helme Church, Meltham. Then at Broadoak Bowling Club, in Linthwaite.
Memory Tree
The first hearts went on the tree last weekend…
So far we have managed to raise £420 in memory of our much-missed friends.
But there’s still plenty of room on our tree for someone you’d like to remember; for just £5, you can place a heart in their memory, with all proceeds going directly to support the animals in our care.
And remember that all “heart” donations are gift aid eligible, so your contribution can be boosted by 25%, at no extra cost to you.
Christmas Raffle
A huge thank you to everyone who has bought a ticket for our Christmas raffle – we’ve sold over 100 tickets since it started. We’d love to reach 200 entries before it closes on the 21st – you can buy your tickets for just £5 each here.
The first prize this year is a 80+ item luxury hamper, full of goodies for humans and our four-legged friends alike! The prize will be delivered to wherever you are in the country, at no cost. The second prize is a week in the caravan at Tia Rescue, which for an additional donation of £200 can be upgraded to a stay in our holiday let.
Perhaps you were thinking of making a donation to Tia Rescue this Christmas – why not enter the raffle instead? It’s a great way to support the care of our animals whilst giving yourself the chance to win some fantastic prizes. Four entries (£20) is the cost of one bag of dog food – which we use one a day of!
Bungle, Kiah, and Jay, wondering why you haven’t bought your raffle tickets yet… all three are available for sponsor here
Fundraising Events
A reminder that we have our Christmas-themed walk around Cannon Hall, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4AT, at 11am this coming Sunday 14th December.
To raise funds, will be running a Secret Santa Lucky Dip, a lovely dog-themed present for £10, containing several gifts for your dogs and a few for the humans.
Meet at 10.30am just off the main car park where the Tia stall usually sits, just behind the Pavillion cafe.
Come along, and get some wear out of those Christmas jumpers, coats, snoods and collars.
Here’s some pictures from our event last Sunday at Lakeside Doncaster…
…all of the dogs were superstars!
Rehoming
Hilda
Meet Hilda. She is a lovely black greyhound girl, fresh over from Ireland. 13 months old, never been schooled or raced. She is currently in a foster home with an elderly greyhound girl and two tiny terriers, and of course our Wendy.
She does need her own home but she is a total blank canvas. She was on a puppy farm just over a week ago.
“Baby Hilda has been with me just 24 hours! As you all can see from the pictures she has settled in really well, even with my little dogs. Up to now no accidents in the house and her manners have been impeccable especially for such a young girl….”
Welcome to Tia, Baby Hilda.
Reeves and Rolo
Two of our gorgeous black boys, Reeves and Rolo, are currently in foster whilst they wait for their forever homes. Both have settled in to home life amazingly well and are living happily with other hounds, but both could probably also live happily as an only dog.
Both Rolo & Reeves are super affectionate and are going to make some lucky people very happy.
Reeves & Rolo will both be attending the Cannon Hall walk next Sunday and they’d love it if you came along to say hello! They’d love it even more if you could offer them a home.
If you would like to rehome a Tia hound, please get in touch at rehoming@tia-rescue.org. We ask for a minimum donation of £350. Please leave your phone number in the email!
Sponsor
The sponsor dogs, tucking into their afternoon pasta and mince the other day… bon appetito
You can sponsor any of our permanent residents for just £4.50 per month here – your donation will help to support all aspects of their care, from food, to bedding, to any veterinary care they need.
Dec 5, 2025 | News
Woody
So it has been confirmed. He does have stomach cancer. He is on steroids, so hopefully we will have him a while longer yet. Only trouble is, it’s stopping him pooping.
No matter how long he has left, we will look after him the best we can. He will let us know when it’s time to say goodbye.
That’s 10 dogs this year..10 beautiful souls.
You can sponsor Woody and help support his care here. Thank you.
Rehoming
Rolo
Rolo is quite literally on the look out for his forever home! This gorgeous boy has been in foster less than 2 weeks and is described by his foster family as “an absolute dream”.
Rolo’s favourite things are playing with his hound brother and sister, and getting lots of cuddles and fuss from the humans.
Brindle Boys
Even our beautiful brindle boys are finding it hard to get homes at the minute.
The girls, whatever their colour, continue to get snapped up. Some are reserved before they even make it on to the website. And we receive multiple enquiries for the same dogs. Obviously it’s great to see the girls getting adopted quickly but it’s such a shame for our boys who are all equally deserving.
If you can consider giving one of these lovely chaps a home, PLEASE do.
Boost and Annie
Boost & Annie have a pact. Neither is going anywhere without the other. In the words of Kate and Leonardo aboard the sinking Titanic, when it comes to Boost & Annie… “you jump, I jump” and whatever the future holds (hopefully no icebergs!), this pair will face it together.
Boost is a quiet, gentle boy who walks calmly on his lead. His brother, Rolo, has quickly settled into his foster home and we see no reason why Boost wouldn’t be the same. Boost is friendly with people, whereas Annie is a bit more timid & unsure but once she trusts you, she’s a lovely friendly girl. Annie gains a lot of confidence from having Boost by her side and they will settle in to their new lives much more quickly as a pair.
We know finding a home for two is always harder but we also know it’s not impossible. The bond between these two is special and whilst we don’t want them to wait longer nor do we want to split them up.
Romeo
Yesterday Romeo waved goodbye to his kennel-mate, Lizzie, so he’s now on the look out for a new Juliet. Romeo has just turned 4 and is a placid sort. A gentleman. He’s also a total hunk
Romeo likes plenty of company, so he would benefit from having someone around most of the time. Someone retired or working from home would be perfect!
If you think you can offer a Tia dog a home, please get in touch at rehoming@tia-rescue.org. We ask for a minimum donation of £350 to adopt a Tia dog.
Please leave your phone number in the email!
Recently Rehomed
So, those are the hounds looking for a home. What about those who have been rehomed recently?!
Here we have Jane, Del, Henry, Maura, Ned & Duchess, Will, Geronimo, Rolo (on foster), Kellie (reunited with Branno) and Reeves (on foster).
Lakeside event this weekend
We’ll be at Lakeside Shopping Village in Doncaster on Sunday (7th Dec), 10am to 4pm ish, with a Tia fundraising stall outside Next.
There will be gift items for sale for hounds and humans, and our Christmas-themed tombolas. The centre is dog-friendly and we are expecting some hound visitors in their festive finest.
White Rose Way, DN4 5PH.
Stamps!
Christmas cards have started to arrive. Don’t forget to save your stamps as we can raise funds from them.
Please leave plenty of envelope on them as if the stamp is cut it’s worthless. Please send them to the address below.
Tia Charity Shop
1A Market Place
PICKERING
YO18 7AA
Thank you.
Sep 25, 2025 | Dogs for Rehoming
Dude (Sober Dude)
Born Sept 2021
Superb colour and presence, you have to admit. Another dog who could go around Doncaster in his sleep. Fifteen wins, but pulled up lame back in February. Fully recovered now and trialled since, however he was done with the game and finished 14 lengths behind the winner. Something we hate to see.
Is he downcast? Hell no! Box of frogs, vitality oozing out of every pore. Full of energy, you could get exhausted just looking at him. This is not the dog for quiet strolls. Dude was so delighted to be going out it took ages to the get the lead on him. Should be connected to the national grid.
He may evolve into a sober dude at some point but not yet baby! Not yet!
Welcome kiddo.
Dec 1, 2025 | News
A huge thank you to everyone who entered the 500 club draw – entries are now closed. The winners of the first prize draw will be announced later today!
But as we move into December, we are pleased to announce two more fundraising events we hope you’ll get involved with…
Christmas Raffle 2025
As always, we have launched our annual Christmas Raffle! There are only two prizes this year, but they’re whoppers.
- An enormous Luxury Hamper containing over 80 items for yourself, festive visitors and your four legged friends. The hamper will be delivered to you wherever in the country you are.
- A week in the static caravan at Tia Rescue or you can upgrade to the holiday let for a donation of £200.
Entries cost £5 – you can enter here.
Memory Tree
After the success of last years memory tree, we pleased to be running it again this year.
Like last year, we are going to cover the Christmas Tree in the kennels with natural wood heart shaped decorations, each one with the name and message of your choice.
This can be in memory of a much-loved pet, family member, or simply to send Christmas Greetings to Tia’s residents, past & present.
We ask for a minimum £5 per heart, although you are welcome to donate as much as you would like above this.
You can buy your heart (s) here.
Proceeds from all fundraisers go directly towards the care of the animals at Tia Rescue, registered charity 1105626 (England & Wales), and SC051782 (Scotland).
Tallulah, Joey, and Lizzie, available for sponsorship here
Nov 28, 2025 | News
Rehoming
Available for rehoming
December is just around the corner! But, before we all tuck in to the turkey, we have one final transport to Scotland planned for 14th December.
Santa already has a few very special packages on his sleigh, but he still has room for more! And there is only one thing our hounds have on their Christmas list this year… it is of course… a home!
Here are just a few of the dogs keeping everything crossed that they’ll be on the transport and “driving home for Christmas”
If you’re based in Scotland, and can help get one of our hounds home, please email rehoming@tia-rescue.org. Please include your phone number in the email.
We request a minimum donation of £350 to adopt.
Redbrick Brothers
This week there’s been good news for two of the Redbrick Brothers! Mars has been reserved by a lovely family and will be heading North of the border in mid December. Rolo meanwhile has found himself in a wonderful short-term foster whilst he waits to find his forever family.
24 hours in, and his foster family tell us he’s a super affectionate boy who is already clean in the house and will wait by the door when he needs to go outside.
It’s great to see these overlooked black boys finally getting their chance. Like so many, they had both been waiting far too long.
A seriously striking boy, Jet is only 2 years old and really just a baby. He’s quite a serious soul who gets top marks for manners in his kennel. He is never any trouble and spends most of his time laid quietly in his bed.
Jet is very recently retired due to a muscle injury and needs someone to show him there is life away from the track. He’s quite keen at the minute but once Jet understands that trips to the park and for strolls & sniffs, he’ll be just fine.
Woody
On the last check on Wednesday, Woody was really lame on his back right leg. I think its his hip. He has been quiet for ages, but i just thought he was missing Maha. He’s off his food too.
Lets hope it’s nothing horrible. I am seriously fed up of losing these old dogs. He is no bother in the office/house/large dog kennel, so here he will stay.
It costs just £52 per year to sponsor Woody – you can do so here.
Kenny
Here’s Little Kenny heading off back down to Hornsea, at stupid o’clock, to be reunited with his previous owner, Julie, who makes the dog collars. Safe journey little man.
Kenny was originally from the death field in Wroot. He was 2 weeks old when we got him…his mom had died. He is now six years old…gonna miss you…
Thanks again to Gillies Horse Transport, who are simply the best…
Events
Tia Christmas Walk
We will be having a Christmas themed stroll around Cannon Hall, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4AT with the hounds around 11am on Sunday 14th December.
At the end of the walk we will be having a Secret Santa Lucky Dip. A lovely dog themed present containing several gifts for your dogs and a few for the humans. They are £10 each but Shell & Paul, you can have a discount with your tribe. Foster dog presents will be free of charge.
Meeting point will be just off the main car park where the Tia stall usually sits, just behind the Pavillion cafe.
Cannon Hall grounds has a lovely walk, toilets and food.
Come along and get some wear out of the Christmas jumpers on you and your hounds.
Tinsel is optional…
500 club
Another reminder that the last day to enter the 500 club draw is the 30th November – that’s this Sunday! A huge thank you to everyone who has purchased tickets so far.
There are three draws, and in each you can win one of three prizes;
- £500
- £200
- £100
So, if you’re really lucky, you could win £500 in all three draws – that’s £1500, which for just £10 an entry is a no-brainer!
There is no limit to the number of times you can enter.
BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE
The first draw will be made the day after entries close, on the 1st December. All winners will be announced here and on Facebook.
All proceeds will go directly towards the care of the animals at Tia Greyhound & Lurcher Rescue.
Conrad, Victor, and Logan
Stable hand vacancy
Our lovely yard staff have offered to step up to help in the kennels on the odd day, which leaves us with a vacancy on the yard.
Stable hand required, 4 days a week, 8am – 4pm. Must be flexible and have own transport. Experience is essential.
Minimum wage applies.
Call Deb on 07974 960684
Nov 27, 2025 | News
Just a reminder that the last day to enter the 500 club draw is the 30th November – that’s this Sunday!
There are three draws, and in each you can win one of three prizes;
- £500
- £200
- £100
So, if you’re really lucky, you could win £500 in all three draws – that’s £1500, which for just £10 an entry is a no-brainer!
There is no limit to the number of times you can enter.
BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE
The first draw will be made the day after entries close, on the 1st December. All winners will be announced here and on Facebook.
All proceeds will go directly towards the care of the animals at Tia Greyhound & Lurcher Rescue.
Jay, Hubble, and Kiona.
Apr 18, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
Mars (Redbrick Mars)
born Oct 21
Very quiet and unsure. Needs someone understanding to bring him out of his shell. Mars will find his way with the right family. Last saw a track in earnest Oct 23.
Unfortunately, we don’t have any more photos of him, and not a great deal more to say other than Mars could probably live as an only dog or with a female hound. He’s been kennelled on his own since Elsa left and has been doing OK. He’s a very nice boy who again has been easy to walk.
Apr 18, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
River (Monbeg River)
born Jan 22
Likes to go for walks and be out and about. Meeting new people, that sort of thing. No-one told him that you had to move a bit faster to get on a track. River was last in his only race, back in Aug 23 at Enniscorthy. Hammered by 14 lengths, River found himself on a ferry bound for Doncaster and a fresh start. Maybe he was a late bloomer. Six godawful trials later and the trainer refused to be further embarrassed. Even our Branno beat him with ease.
This lad has been waiting for a home to show up and and spring him from the kennel of shame.
His trainer couldn’t agree more!
Oct 24, 2025 | Recently Rehomed
Dolly (Kilrue Dolly)
born June 22
Her career in the noble profession, for which she was bred lasted 104 days. We think the 18 lengths trouncing might have something to do with it. Her connections headed to the bar.
Dolly doesn’t care. Life is great. Terrific. Look at me. Another tiny girl, looking for her sofa. Everyone loves her and there will be some tears when she goes.
Nov 7, 2025 | News
A Very Sad State Of Affairs
Looking back through Facebook, its always the same posts. Begging for money, begging for volunteers and begging for staff in the kennels. I don’t mean recently, its always been the same for the past twenty years.
We have really good staff at the Pickering shop, Emma and Sally and Josh who runs the office down in Doncaster. We have a fab team up here on the yard but we are down to just one (amazing) member of staff and 3 (equally amazing) volunteers in the kennels.
The slippy floor continues to be a risk to the dogs, there is only so much carpet you can cut, another major factor.
Of course Bob is picking up all the extra work but I’ve had enough. We haven’t had a proper holiday in 8 years. 7 days a week he does, every week, every month, every year.
So there are lots of decisions to made in the future. But for now there are no more dogs (unless emergencies like Duchess) coming in to kennels.
Every day trainers are begging for me to take their dogs. If I said yes there would be a race up the A1 to see who could get here first. And of course the offer of money, per dog, is going up.
We have eighteen sponsor dogs here at the farm. But I doubt Lana, Dot and Bungle will see the New Year in. They will as always get whatever they need. There are quite possibly thousands of dogs backing up in trainers kennels.
We have 15 empty kennels. It breaks my heart.
Rehoming
Hugo’s Journey
On a more positive note, this is Hugo.
Three weeks ago, he was in the stray kennel in Leeds.
A short stay here and now…
Good luck little man. A cracking little lad…
Boost and Annie
Poor Boost is having no luck whatsoever finding himself a home. So we wonder if a search alongside his kennel-mate, Annie, might prove more fruitful? It’s normally harder to find homes for two but both Boost & Annie need re-homing with another dog for company, so why not see if we can find them somewhere together?
Greyhounds are used to living in pairs and often benefit from having another hound for company. And let’s face it… it’s no more effort to walk two… it’s obviously the reason we were given two hands?!
Boost (left) is a lovely quiet boy who retired yonks ago and has been waiting over a year for a home. He walks nicely on his lead (no drama or silliness) and his calm nature gives kennel-mate, Annie, a lot of reassurance. Her trainer tells us timid Annie is like a different dog when Boost is around.
Annie is a shy girl who takes her time to get to know new people but is friendly with the people she trusts. She can be a bit worried and needs patient adopters who understand that she is not yet familiar with the outside world. Annie gains a great deal of confidence from Boost and would find it easier to adjust with him (or another calm dog) by her side.
We appreciate two is a big ask but this pair really do benefit from each other’s company.
Dolly
Her connections may have rolled their eyes when she came in 18 lengths behind the competition, but little did they know, there was method in the pint-sized madam’s madness!
See our Dolly doesn’t care for getting sand between her toes. She’d make an exception for the warm & sunny beach of St Tropez, but in the drizzle and damp of Donny, it really gave her the ick!The solution she realised was simple… hang back when the others leave the traps… and dawdle your way to the finish as if you’re out for an afternoon stroll! And now everyone thinks you’re rubbish, you can spend your days doing what you do best… looking cute & pretty! Not a grain of sand in sight!Dolly is 3 years old, very friendly and cute as a button.If you can offer Boost, Annie, or Dolly a home, please email rehoming@tia-rescue.org.
Please leave your phone number in the email!
Wood for sale
As some of you may know we have just over 30 acres of woodland here, mainly silver birch. We have recently had the woodland thinned out, but the contractors have left an awful lot of decent wood on the floor.
If anyone is wanting any firewood for next year, please get in with Deb touch on on 07974 960684. We are asking for donations for the Charity.
