Hounds

Below are some of the trailhounds currently available for adoption (there may be more hounds that we have not yet listed). 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 up to 40 hounds a year; many we home ourselves while some go to reputable rehoming centres. 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. Although we are based in Cumbria, we home hounds throughout the country.

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

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

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.

Page updated on 29/01/2026

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.

26/01/2026 Lovely Martha, almost 7 years old, has come to stay with us in north Cumbria while we prepare her for adoption. Martha is just the sweetest girl, confident and friendly with everyone she meets.. She gets on with the other dogs and hounds that she meets. She has lived on a farm with horses, farm animals and cats. She travels well in the car and has immediately taken to living in the house. Martha has good recall once she has got used to her new person. Video of Martha on Instagram HERE

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Say hi to Jax, who has just come to stay with us while we look for his perfect home. Jax will be 2 years old in April 2026.

Jax is an adorable and gentle boy who gets on well with the other hounds he lives with. Jax was very bonded with his racing owner and is already quickly building up his trust and confidence with his foster carer. He will need an adopter who has a calm and supportive manner as he lacks confidence around new people and situations. He is getting used to living in the house, loves the sofa, and has been clean so far. Jax just needs a patient adopter who will introduce him new experiences in a positive way. He is quick to learn and is a lovely house guest.

Jax could live with another dog, as he loves to play. He could be an only dog too, as he gravitates to people he knows for cuddles and attention.

Jax travels well in a car, either on his own or with other dogs. He walks well on a lead with minimal pulling. He enjoys going on walks and exploring, either with other dogs or on his own. We recently walked him along Derwentwater where there were a lot of dogs and other walkers, which he enjoyed. He is also good around passing traffic. We have yet to introduce him to walking in more urban areas.

Jax has been neutered, vaccinated, chipped, worm and flea treated.

Jax could be around children but probably a calm, adult home will suit him better.

Check out Jax reel Instagram HERE

Meet sweet Maggie who is just 6 years old. She has gone, (along with 2 other hounds yet to be listed) to a lovely homing centre in Devon that supports us. Please read their homing information, and contact them for adoption details.
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Maggie is at Wingletang, Margaret Green Animal Rescue in Devon INFO HERE

Dom is an adorable  2 year old boy who has gone to stay with our friends at Worcestershire Animal Rescue Shelter near Malvern. Please contact them direct for more information about adopting this lovely boy. Dom is the brother of Kobie who we homed successfully, just before Christmas. Contact WARS  LINK HERE

See Dom having fun at WARS Dom link

Here we have Bella, who is just 8 years young. Bella is a gentle and friendly hound. She currently lives on a farm in west Cumbria with a variety of other animals. She will make a lovely pet for someone looking for a slightly older hound. We went for a walk with her family the other day and she was very good on lead She is pictured with Dan who is one of her friends at the farm.  For more details about Bella, please call or email us.

We have been asked to help to advertise a lovely trailhound called Mel. Although she was not originally homed via LTW, there is a lot of history for her. Please contact Helen with any questions you may have. Mel is currently in foster in North Wales. Email to enquire: overwaterace@hotmail.com

Hi, my name’s Mel and I’m looking for love….well specifically someone or a family who I can love. Let me tell you a bit about myself. I’m 8 years old but PLEASE don’t be put off by that – I’m far from your average 8 year old!

I am a world class canicrosser, having dragged a number of Hoomans around a variety of courses at high speed. I do love running and have an excellent work ethic. Recently I helped my foster mum win a 3k race, she kept up well!. I’m also happy to do a bit of Bikejoring as well, basically either sport I see as a job and will work well for you.

That being said, I also love walking as short or as long as you like but it does need to interesting – rabbits usually sort that out for me. I can be off lead some of the time, will ignore other people, dogs and livestock, but please make sure you have very good sossiges for me to come back to or I might pretend I’m a little deaf!

I am currently living with 5 other dogs and a fair few cats – I’m not bothered by any of them to be honest… but they’re quite nice.

Recently I’ve learned about very comfortable beds and blankets….if possible, I’d like this with my new family as it’s a pleasure I don’t really want to have to give up – please.

I do need someone around for me for a chunk of the time, otherwise I worry a lot. I’m being taught about a box called a Crate that I sleep in while the parents are out and doing quite well, but I need to carry on with this learning. I also need my new person/people to remind me to toilet… sometimes I get so carried away with all the smells in the garden that I totally forget and then I get into trouble with myself. As long as I’m reminded, I’m fine.

So if you are looking for an active but mature companion I could well be your Gal so please get in touch and I’ll happily chat with you.

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 in a home in a quiet location. 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 older children who will understand the importance of keeping gates/doors closed. 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.

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

POLLY’S HISTORY In case anyone wonders why Polly has been available for some time, it may help if we explain more of her history. When she was racing in 2024, she got lost on the fells. She was out for a number of days with no sightings, despite her family and friends searching daily for her. She was finally found on the 9th day. For this reason, we are being very careful of the home that we choose for her. It must meet her needs exactly.

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

26/01/2026 BRUCE HAS INTEREST 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.

05/01/2026 We briefly met Bruce today. He is such a sweet boy so please dog get in touch if you would like to know more about him.