WHO ARE WE?

Barley Kennels (previously the Walthamstow Owners and Welfare Association) is run by a committee of volunteers who all passionately believe that each and every retired greyhound deserves a loving and secure life after racing.

Video by Nick Curnard www.nickcunard.co.uk

WHAT DO WE DO AND WHY?

Our main function is to provide the best care for the greyhounds after their racing career has ended and to find the greyhounds the right family home so that they can lead a happy and full life. Greyhounds make the perfect family pet and we want to promote this message far and wide.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN A RETIRED GREYHOUND AS A PET?

Great! It will be a decision that will enhance your family life. Click here for frequently asked questions about retired greyhounds as pets and our answers to these questions. Click here to see some of the greyhounds looking for homes. Click here to request further information or for our kennel address and telephone number.

PERHAPS YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP US IN ANOTHER WAY?

Also great! You may for example wish to help sponsor our resident dog Ryan who unfortunately cannot be homed. Or perhaps you may like to help with fund raising or as a volunteer dog walker or you may have a suggestion to assist our scheme. Please click here for details. We would love to hear from you!

Donate a Scarf to Help a Greyhound

Twiggy with our dog Monty

Women everywhere are urged to clear out their wardrobes as the Retired Greyhound Trust is calling for donated ladies scarves of all types for an exclusive charity sale event at the Spirit of Summer Fair at London’s Olympia on 16th – 17th May.

Click HERE to read the RGT press release on how you can help.

GREYHOUNDS RE-HOMED :

Thanks for all your help - 55 dogs re-homed in 2011, 74 dogs re-homed in 2010, 117 dogs re-homed in 2009, 200 dogs re-homed in 2008, 178 dogs re-homed in 2007, 172 dogs re-homed in 2006, 166 dogs re-homed in 2005

Greyhounds make the ideal pet ... and you'll feel proud to own one.

For re-homing enquiries please call Joy at the kennel on 01992 890540

Branch of Retired Greyhound Trust - Registered charity number 269668