Hounds

Below are some of the trailhounds currently available for adoption. We work closely with the racing owners to help find suitable retirement homes, and are able to supply a full history of each hound, e.g whether they have lived with children, cats, etc. We take in around 40 hounds a year; most we home ourselves and some go to reputable rehoming centres throughout the country. Hounds are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. We usually visit you in your home so that we can answer any questions. There is a £200 adoption donation. We offer 1 month free insurance with PETPLAN Insurance. If you are new to trailhounds, please carefully read our FAQ and training page to be sure that a trailhound is the right breed for you.

PLEASE NOTE – NOT ALL OF OUR AVAILABLE HOUNDS ARE LISTED BELOW. If you are interested in adopting, get in touch and we can send you our questionnaire so that you can be added to our waiting list. 

Initial enquiries: 01697478383 (Sue) or 07773 252350 (Sue) or 07958 517366 (Barbara)

Email: sue@trailhoundwelfare.org.uk  OR barbara@trailhoundwelfare.org.uk

Click on picture to enlarge. Page updated on 21/10/2025

INTERESTED IN ADOPTING? –  Contact us and we will send you a pre adoption form. Once we know what you are looking for, we can see if we have a match.

If you are interested in a hound listed below that is in another rehoming centre, contact the centre directly to register interest – their own homing criteria will apply.

HOUND TRAILERS – Please ring Sue or Barbara if you have a hound you wish to rehome.
We can offer the following options:
* We can find a home privately for your hound (either with it staying with you until adopted OR for it to come into our care until adopted).
* We can send your hound to a trusted external rehoming centre, in which case they take over sole responsibility for it. We have been lucky to be supported by these centres for many years, and they find fantastic homes.
* If you decide to find a retirement home yourselves without our input, we are still happy to pay for neutering, and to assist with home checks, if you require it.
* If you have a hound that needs to come in urgently, we are always happy to try and help without a long wait.
* If you have a hound with a racing injury, please get in touch. We have previously found great homes for hounds, including amputees, once we have had their vet work done. We are happy to cover vet costs.
PLEASE RING US FOR A CHAT.

IF YOU CANNOT SEE ANY HOUNDS LISTED THEN CLICK ‘ADOPT A HOUND’ ON THE LINKS BAR ALONG THE TOP OF THE PAGE.

Update 26/10/2025   Clemmie in foster with Barbara:

Four year old Clemmie came to stay straight from her neuter op and, in these first few days, her lovely character has quickly started to show itself. She is very inquisitive about everything and everyone, but also a huge softie and enjoys a cuddle on the sofa.  So far she has been clean indoors and not a peep from her when she’s slept in her crate overnight. She has been watching our Finn and has quickly learnt the daily Trailie routine, particularly the bits about food and walks of course!
Clemmie knows her name well and will come, when called, from wherever she is in the house or garden. This is good starting foundation but, of course, she still hasn’t been allowed off lead on walks yet.  Clemmie has learnt that playing with tennis balls is good fun, and, amazingly, regularly brings them back! She was a bit apprehensive about her first visit to the pub as it was quite noisy and full of people and dogs. But the old hand, Finn, showed her the way and she soon settled and enjoyed being made a fuss by so many people, most bearing treats – a definite bonus! Clemmie has a fairly easy going nature and would be happy to live with another dog or could adapt to being an only dog.

In the coming days Clemmie will be expanding her horizons with a trip on a bus and a train plus meeting her half sister – so look out for some more pictures.

Ring Barbara for more details: 07958 517366

The 3 hounds listed below are all currently at the same home in west Cumbria with their racing family. They are looking for separate homes. Please contact us for more details about their individual homing needs.

UPDATE 17/10/2025 Joey will soon be coming to stay with us in a foster home so look out for new videos and updates Joey, (lemon and white), he is 5 years old. Joey is a big, happy hound who loves to play ball, he gets on great with other dogs.

Baby Buggle, (mostly white) was born 06/01/2025). Buggle is a very small hound. Her family feel she will not make the size to be a successful racer and are keen for her to have a lovely home as a pampered pet.

Mo, aged 7 (tri colour). She is a little bit shy and may be happier living with another dog.

If you are interested in any of the above hounds, please contact us so that we can discuss their needs with you. Click pics to enlarge. Keep an eye on our Instagram page as we often post extra photos on there.

Photos left to right Mo, Buggle, Joey

Meet Polly. She is 2 and half years old. Polly is a petite 20kg and what she lacks in size, she makes up for in energy. She loves her walks so is looking for an active home. She is a very loveable girl, and loves to cuddle up on the sofa. She is with us in foster in north Cumbria.

Polly is the sweetest little hound you could meet, and we are loving having her stay with us. She is a fun and cheeky companion who loves to play with other dogs. She adores playing with toys, and carrying them around with her.

Polly will need a secure garden. She is shy of new people but really comes out of her shell once she knows you. She gets on great with other dogs and has lived among farm animals. She could live with children. Polly would love to live with another dog too if possible. If you would like to know more about Polly, then call us or drop us an email.

UPDATE 13/09/2025 If you enjoy jogging or canicross, Polly may be a perfect running partner. A running friend has been taking Polly on runs on the fells, and she is loving it. Check out her video on our Facebook  Facebook and  INSTAGRAM

09/10/2025 New running video on Instagram HERE

Ben aged 2 is a beautiful white and tan boy with a lovely nature, and very gentle. He is a real big softie.

Check out video’s on Instagram of how nicely  Ben walks offlead Here and Here

Contact Barbara on 07958 517366 for more details. Or email barbara@trailhoundwelfare.org.uk

Meet lovely Bruce. He is 2 years old and has decided that he is not that interested in racing. He loves other dogs and people once he has checked you out! He loves his food and ball, in fact any interesting toy that he can carry around.

Bruce  lives in south Lakes area with his racing family on a farm and would love to meet prospective adopters there.

Murphy is a handsome 4-year-old Trailhound bursting with love and personality. He is incredibly affectionate and adores people, he has grown up around a young child. Murphy would suit being an only dog in a rural, active or sporting home with someone who is dog savvy or has rehomed a Trailhound before and can give him the attention and structure he thrives on. A secure garden would be needed. He is very confident around new people and loves to love. He can be very enthusiastic around people and he is very food orientated.

Murphy will be staying with his racing owners in North Cumbria until his perfect home is found. Please email initial enquiries to us at trailhoundwelfare@hotmail.co.uk  If you would like to chat about Murphy then please ring 07824739710

Flynn is a lovely 2 year old boy who has not really taken to a racing life. Flynn gets on great with other dogs and would benefit from living with a confident dog. He can lack a bit on confidence with new people but he very quickly comes round and is then your friend for life.

Flynn is currently living in north Cumbria where viewings could take place. If you would like to know more about Flynn then get in touch and we can have a chat about him.

Meet 2 hounds who currently live in the same home. They are looking for separate homes. They each have their own wonderful personalities and needs which we can go into further if you are interested in one of them. They are living in north Cumbria and prospective adopters will need to visit them there.

Jimmy aged 6 and half years. Not available until November 2025. Lovely, confident and affectionate boy. Loves treats. Lives along with the female hounds that he lives with. Looking for a soulmate to go on adventures with.

Lila aged 4 and half. Confident and happy girl. Will make a super companion and would love an active home. Could live as only dog or with another.

Please contact us for an informal chat. CLICK ON PHOTOS TO ENLARGE

26/10/2025 LADY HAS BEEN ADOPTED Meet Lady who is 6 and a half. She is a super friendly and happy-go-lucky girl who will fit in with most situations. She is such a sweet girl and will be a wonderful companion. Lady is living in foster with other hounds in north Cumbria but can be homed throughout the UK. She is loving being in the home and has been quiet and clean since she has been here. Get in touch if you would like to know more about her.

We will be doing a reel with photos and videos of Lady on Facebook and Instagram soon so keep an eye out.