Dependable Lady
Colour/sex: Black Female
Date of birth: 04.07.2004
Last rec. trainer: S.P.Riches
Races contended: 18 ( 29 inc trials)
Last rec. race: Great Yarmouth A1 05.09.2007
Vikki came into the care of AFG in December 2008 when her young owner/trainer (who thought it would be a fun hobby to own and race greyhounds) soon realised it wasn’t and decided to no longer have any more involvement with the greyhound racing industry.
Wishing to seek his fortune abroad after securing the future welfare and security of his 3 greyhound girls, he sought the help of AFG after being very disappointed with the local rescue schemes affiliated to the industry.
After being let down by a local independent rescue who promised to take Vikki, she was signed over to the care of AFG.
After nearly a year in her wonderful foster home Vikki was homed with a rescued lurcher but after 1 year and 3 months the family’s circumstances changed and AFG had to take Vikki back.
After a short time in another foster home with 2 little rescued terriers, Vikki found her forever home May 2011 with Cathy and Michael and little rescued poodle/cross, Spike.
All is one big adventure for dear Vikki as she is such a friendly confident girl.
Alfie
Colour/sex: White & brindle male
Date of birth: 01.2003
Last rec. trainer: N/A
Races contended: N/A
Last rec. race: N/A
When Alfie was just 6 weeks old a door was accidentally closed on him and the result was a badly broken leg. It was, however, a treatable injury but with a costly operation required, followed by weeks of aftercare, breeder and owner Andy Trett was set to have the puppy destroyed. The veterinary practice that examined Alfie was unwilling to do this and he was signed over to the practice and, in turn, to AFG.
Alfie was found a loving and forever home in June 2003.
Kefcar Molly
Colour/sex: Black Female
Date of birth: 19.08.2004
Last rec. trainer: S.P.Riches
Races contended: 25
Last rec. race: Mildenhall A2 02.12.2007
Molly came into the care of AFG 20.11.2008 (after Lulu and before Vikki -all from the same owner /trainer.
Again Molly was let down by a local independant rescue, who had promised to take her. Luckily we had a suitable foster home for Molly with a rescued Jack Russel, “Flossie”, so were able to take her into our care.
Molly quickly settled and within 2 weeks her foster home became her forever home. Janet and David fell for her and couldn’t bear to part with her, so adopted her.
Both dogs are great companions and are affectionatley known as “the Moll and the Floss”.
Trinket Boy
Date of birth: 02.12.2007
Last rec. trainer: A Trett
Races contended: 2
Last rec. race: Lifford/A6/01.08.2009
Injury in a trial curtailed a career on the track for Trinket Boy and responsibility for his future welfare was given to Yarmouth Homefinders. The health and condition of the greyhound was subsequently to deteriorate significantly and in January 2010 he was taken home by a concerned volunteer working for the rescue. A few days later Trinket Boy was placed in the care of AFG.
Raven has since made a full recovery and is now enjoying life to the full in a loving and forever home.
Buddy
Colour/sex: White & black male
Date of birth: 01.02.2003
Last rec. trainer: D Warner
Races contended: N/A
Last rec. race: N/A
When just 13 months old Buddy was attacked by a terrier and needed immediate veterinary treatment. The owner and trainer would not cover veterinary costs and signed Buddy over to the practice who, in turn, signed the greyhound over to AFG. The fact the treatment Buddy required would end any chance of the dog racing is of course incidental.
Buddy was found a loving and forever home in February 2005.
Billy Bish
Colour/sex: Dk brindle & white male
Date of birth: 01.02.2005
Last rec. trainer: P G Debenham
Races contended: 17
Last rec. race: Yarmouth/A8/27.04.2007
After a brief career on the track, Billy was homed un-neutered and without a home check by his trainer Peter Debenham. Billy was full of energy and more than his new owner could manage who soon wanted rid of the greyhound. With Debenham seemingly unwilling to take Billy back the help of AFG was sought.
After one year in foster care and one failed adoption Billy was found a loving and forever home in May 2010.
Bryanvale Lady
Colour/sex: Black & white female
Date of birth: 10.01.2004
Last rec. trainer: S P Riches
Races contended: 33
Last rec. race: Yarmouth/A3/04.05.2007
When Lady’s race owner wanted nothing more to do with racing the dog was retired and, in contrast with normal practice for many owners and trainers, action was taken to ensure the dog would have a secure and happy future. The only oversight on the part of the owner was payment to cover, at least in part, foster care and veterinary costs.
After 2 months in foster care Lulu was found a loving and forever home in February 2009.
Glenske Shade
Colour/sex: Black female
Date of birth: 21.01.2002
Last rec. trainer: M W W Power
Races contended: 106
Last rec. race: Yarmouth/A5/07.11.2007
After a long career on the track, Glenske Shade was given away with the same indifferent concern for her welfare that was evident in the condition of the very nervous greyhound. The black female’s teeth needed urgent attention; she was crawling with fleas and riddled with worms.
After a short period of time in foster care Jade was found a loving and forever home in October 2008.
O’Malleys Wonder
Colour/sex: White & fawn female
Date of birth: 21.12.1998
Last rec. trainer: F A Barker
Races contended: No record
Last rec. race: N/A
Racing info above acquired from G.B.G.B. records
However I.D. Book shows raced from July 29th 2000 to Feb 27th 2001 Total races 30 (including trials) – all at Yarmouth
O’Malleys Wonder was off-loaded on a young couple who had their hands full with 3 children. The home was to prove totally unsuitable but the greyhound was then given to a teenager whose tenancy agreement prevented her from owning another dog. The dog’s future was only secure when the teenager’s father contacted AFG.
After a few months in foster care Zonda was found a loving and forever home.
Hare Running
Colour/sex: Brindle male
Date of birth: 06.06.2000
Last rec. trainer: P G Debenham
Races contended: 2
Last rec. race: Catford/A5/05.03.2002
Following a brief career on the track Hare Running was passed from pillar to post. The beautiful brindle male was adopted no less than 4 times before being signed over to AFG. It is not uncommon for greyhounds homed irresponsibly to see a quick succession of ownership.
After a short period of time in foster care Bob was found a loving and forever home.
