Badger is a name many of our Greyhound Rescue volunteers and supporters won’t soon forget. A long-term kennel kid with a fear of men, dear Badgey spent almost a year at Greyhound Rescue learning how to be loved, picking up new skills and gaining confidence before he...
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Toilet Training your rescue greyhound
arting companion life, our hounds have been used to going to the toilet whenever and wherever they like. Luckily, most greyhounds are very easy to toilet train, but timing and management is essential. They’re like a puppy in terms of experience, so keep that in mind as you begin your journey with them.
Idgie’s mums can’t image life without her
Idgie (formerly known as Fruitie) is a gorgeous little gal with silky black fur and a winning grin! She was adopted by her mums in October 2020. Read on for their take on what “Life with Idgie” is like: “Idgie is a big lush. She’s goofy, loving and very...
Training with a muzzle on
Positive reinforcement is key to force-free training, but it can be a bit tricky when your hound is wearing their muzzle
Travis: a happy, inquisitive hound
In October 2020, gentle giant Travis was lucky enough to find his forever home with Mick and Wanda. A happy, inquisitive hound who loves chicken and meeting new people, he’s taken pet life in his stride. “He has a habit of sticking his nose into someone’s butt he's...
Why is my hound wakeful at night?
Being unsettled at nighttime is a not-uncommon issue when settling a new hound into your home. Here are some practical suggestions to try if your hound is being unsettled at bedtime or overnight.
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