May 3, 2021 | News
We are branching out. Extending our Empire, just like Hannibal except we don’t have any elephants. The Pickering shop has been one of the backbones of this charity for more years than I can remember. The gentle little town has always looked after us and never given us any cause for concern. However we have to try new things now and then so when Tia launched a new enterprise, Pickering couldn’t have been a better place to start.
The old Charity shop on the corner has been turned into a Traditional Sweets and Dog Treats shop. A lot of volunteers went over and above to make this a reality and it looks super. Just as we imagined it. The dogs aren’t getting a look in as their owners indulge in a humbug fest. Frankly some are wallowing in nostalgia, blowing the housekeeping on Rosey Apples and Cola Bottles.
Also welcome to a new member of staff, Brilliant Bassett. Like so many waifs and strays he came to Tia in urgent need of TLC but is now ready to earn his keep. Hat askew, not too steady on his pins and a bit of bald bum syndrome, he now looks the part. He is there purely for selfies and wants to know where people are coming from to visit him…he wants to be famous again.
We are hoping to go viral with him if he proves a hit. Please keep supporting us at the original shop, we are next door but one!
May 2, 2021 | News
Our charity shops in Hebden Bridge, Halifax, Pickering , Armthorpe and our NEW “Traditional sweets and dog treats shop “ in Pickering are open and busier than ever, so thanks for all the support.
We are taking donations daily in all the charity shops (where space allows) and grateful for your wonderful items.
I’d personally like to give a shout out to all the shop staff and volunteers, a lot of whom are new, to thank them for their hard work to keep each and every shop continually filled with lots of new stock and working in these challenging times.
Happy May Day bank holiday everyone, enjoy the weekend whatever you do, stay safe and again , thanks.
We do need volunteers at all the shops so if you have a few hours to spare please just call in….
May 2, 2021 | News
It’s finally going ahead again – our new estate agents have visited, the farm is back on the market and we’re looking for new premises. We’re asking everyone to share this as far and wide as possible – you can view the estate agent’s brochure by clicking here and I’m sure you’ll agree the farm is looking stunning.
We’re ready to move on to the next phase of Tia’s journey.
Apr 25, 2021 | News
DAY ELEVEN
Today started so well. Why a bit of dry newspaper on the kitchen floor causes the dragon to be so giddy and in such a good mood, I doubt I’ll ever understand. But hey – who’s complaining! As long as the newspaper is spread on the floor and not rolled up in her hand…
I did have a little blip this evening, but it was not really my fault as they did go out for a few hours and left us. I just couldn’t resist the rest of the packet of dates I found yesterday plus most of a packet of figs that was with them.
Dragon not happy when she came home to find the empty packets on the floor – I just wish I could remember to put incriminating evidence in the bin. It was her fault anyway, for not keeping comestibles in a Pim-proof cupboard. I suspect I might regret indulging in the morn. I hope the dragon has lost the rolled up newspaper.
Both Pim’s books are available directly from Tia via eBay, with all proceeds helping us rescue and support retired and abandoned greyhounds.
Apr 24, 2021 | News
We are running out of things to pack, sell, store and reduce and the dogs are looking worried they may be next. Having drastically reduced the numbers, we have had to change the way we work and our rehoming page has been taken down for now.
We do have dogs for rehoming of course but please could potential adopters email the rehoming page with all your requirements and a contact number. Please do not ring/email the office or message on Facebook.
It is really hard to keep tabs on everything….
Thanks Deb
Apr 22, 2021 | News
It’s a year since Stilton and Babybelle, 2 of the Sheffield 13, were rehomed. Sam has sent us an update on how they’re doing:
Stilly: no sign of his gum problem returning. His corn is easily managed by home rasping (hard skin foot file) and occasional vet paring. Same foot and toe as Bella! He is starting to get a bit doddery on his back legs, but it doesn’t seem to stop him running around the field full-pelt – a sight to behold. His digging gene is prominent with several sun-bathing holes now in the lawn.
Bella: has had significant corn problems and we (me and the vet) have tried lots of different approaches to solve the problem. She is now at a point where she isn’t getting any relief from paring and surgery has failed to make any difference. She is now constantly limping. She’s had one op to remove masses around her teats and needs another now to remove the teat and more mass development. I’ve asked the vet to look at taking off the toe with the corn at the same time.
Apart from their little niggles they are thoroughly enjoying the freedom they have and are absolutely treasured. They are well trained at getting me up from my desk for a break at pre-set times i.e. ‘tweety’ time! Which does seem to get earlier every day – nice try! They have both developed lots of fans ‘zoom bombing’ my frequent on-line meetings too.
Thanks Sam, it’s great to hear how they’re enjoying their new lives!
Apr 18, 2021 | News
PIM: DAY TEN
I am certainly having a few bad days. I don’t know what’s so wrong with me standing on the table, or the cooker (to get to the grill) or eating half a block of dates for that matter. It’s not my fault Tom stepped in a big steaming pressie I left in his bedroom for him.
I do hope that rolled up newspaper is not on the menu tomorrow!
Both Pim’s books are available directly from Tia via eBay, with all proceeds helping us rescue and support retired and abandoned greyhounds.
Apr 12, 2021 | News
Tia have been involved in the rescue business for almost 25 years, but cases still come along that completely surprise us. We had one today when Bronia called the office:
Bronia: Hi Christy, can you come and let me out?
Christy: Yeah sure, on my way
Presuming Bronia meant ‘let me out of the main gate’, Christy trundled off with the keys to be greeted by the following:
Lunatic…
Apr 11, 2021 | News
PIM: DAY NINE
Today i got the pound of butter to go with the two loaves I had on Monday and the Christmas cake I had yesterday. I must be very special because of the three dogs here I’m the only one to be called a bloody ***king thing!
Wonder what’s on the menu tomorrow?
Both Pim’s books are available directly from Tia via eBay, with all proceeds helping us rescue and support retired and abandoned greyhounds.
Apr 4, 2021 | News
Pim is an ex-racing greyhound who came to Tia in 2009. A gifted hound with a penchant for SBDs, he soon published his ‘Memoirs of a canine raconteur’ in aid of Tia. The books and still available to purchase by clicking the link at the end of this post. Here’s an extract from the first book…
Hurrah! I did get my chicken wing. Unfortunately I also got a whole and very large Christmas cake. It looks like the kitchen is going to get re-pebble-dashed in the morning! The dragon is not amused. But she has plenty of floor cleaner in and she says the three mop heads she got from Tia’s ebay shop are a godsend.
SBDs are free-flowing tonight, but I do keep getting on her knee when I need to go outside to get rid of some cake! I’m sure a young dog ought not to hear the language she is using!
Wonder what’s on the menu tomorrow?
Both Pim’s books are available
directly from Tia via eBay, with all proceeds helping us rescue and support retired and abandoned greyhounds.
