This is not a post we ever wanted to write.
After many years of dedicated service, it is with heavy hearts that we announce Portsmouth Greyhound Trust will permanently close on 30th November 2025.
Over recent years, we’ve faced significant challenges - rising running costs and increasing difficulty in rehoming have made our work unsustainable.
The kennels now require major investment for repairs and improvements, and while the generosity of our supporters once covered these needs, current donations only cover day-to-day expenses.
Alongside these financial pressures, our own careers and businesses now demand more of our time. The administrative side of running the Trust has grown substantially, and unfortunately, we can no longer give it the time and attention it deserves.
Our family has proudly served the greyhound community for 50 years, rehoming thousands of dogs who needed love, understanding, and a forever home.
We take great pride in knowing we leave the greyhound rehoming world in a much stronger position than when we began.
Throughout our journey, we’ve always employed full-time staff who got to know each dog personally - understanding their quirks and making sure they found the right homes. We are incredibly proud of this approach and the lives it changed.
To all our past and present employees - thank you.
To our volunteers and fundraisers - your tireless work and generosity have been the backbone of this Trust.
We are so grateful for your support and hope you will continue to help other local greyhound rehoming organisations who now need you more than ever.
We will continue to support any upcoming pre-planned fundraising events and will work with organisers to decide which charities the proceeds should be donated to.
We also want to reassure you that any remaining funds in our account will follow the dogs to their new kennels, ensuring their continued care.
We hope you understand our decision and the heartache behind it. Thank you for standing by us for all these years - we wish you and the greyhounds all the best for the future.
With sincere gratitude,
The Portsmouth Greyhound Trust Team