4:00pm Friday 27th March 2009
By Adam Cornell
GREYHOUNDS that were rescued after being subjected to “concentration camp” conditions by their former owners have been rehomed.
Eleven dogs found in appalling conditions at Woodside Kennels, Tiptree, were sent with about 20 other animals to Clarks Farm Greyhound Rescue, in Little Totham.
One year on, and with the father and son former owners recently receiving prison sentences for mistreatment, all 11 have become beloved family pets.
Steve Cobb, owner of the greyhound rescue charity, said: “That is what makes it worthwhile – to get them back to health and into a family environment. Some have gone to local people and some further afield.
“It was appalling and emotional when they came in. They were underweight and infested with sores. The worst I have ever seen.
“Most of them needed medical treatment and injections. Others had to have anti-bacterial baths twice a week and have their cuts treated. It is a milestone for us to get them back out in secure homes.”
The charity has been based in Little Totham since 1999 and looks after about 70 to 75 greyhounds at any one time.
Mr Cobb said: “People come down and have a look at the dogs and then we make sure they are suitable with a home visit.
“By the time people take them home, the dogs are spayed or castrated, have had health checks and are supplied with a bowl, light muzzle and a collar.”
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