The Origins of the Celia Cross Greyhound Trust

The Celia Cross Greyhound Trust was founded in 1970 after Celia had found her first abandoned greyhound, a small bitch left to die in a disused barn. This dog, nursed back to health and subsequently named 'Lucky', became Celia's devoted companion serving both to endear her to the breed and alert her to the vital need for a discerning rehoming society for the placement of ex-racing and other unfortunate longtails. In 1993 The Trust became a Registered Charity, with all Celia's helpers working voluntarily and every penny donated going directly to support the dogs awaiting placement in good secure homes. Alas Celia Cross has since died but the Charity goes on.

At the Trust's Sun Valley Kennels the dogs are assessed and their lives put back together. Here, Paul, Jayne and the dedicated staff, help many a traumatised animal adjust to a new and loving environment. They aim to heal not only the physical wounds - some from the track and others that indicate prolonged abuse - but those emotional wounds that are not immediately obvious.

There are three patrons of the Charity: Jilly Cooper, Annette Crosbie and Ted Cross