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Posted on: 28th May 2026
Big Brother’s Chris Hughes Voices Retired Greyhound in Adoption Campaign
Building on the success of last year’s ‘Adopt A Sporting Legend’ campaign with rugby star Joe Marler, after which the number of retired greyhounds entering homing placements increased by 25%, the newest campaign video is on the theme of ‘Anything But Grey’.
Showcasing greyhounds’ colourful personalities, the video stars TV and Sports Presenter Chris Hughes as the voice of a much-loved pet greyhound enjoying a day in the life of his retirement. Whether at the park, the pub, or at home on the sofa, the video captures retired greyhounds’ sweet temperaments which make them the perfect family pet.
On his involvement with the campaign, Chris Hughes said:
“It’s fantastic to have the opportunity to promote this wonderful breed of dogs who make such excellent pets. Having grown up around working dogs, I know first-hand how wonderful they are as pets once they stop working, and this is no different with greyhounds.
“I would strongly encourage anyone who is looking to adopt a dog to consider getting a greyhound. They are such gentle and fun dogs which can slot seamlessly into so many different lifestyles, especially as they don’t need too much walking, and their personalities are certainly Anything But Grey!”
Cress Lee, Share Your Life With A Greyhound’s Campaign Manager, said:
“We are delighted to have had this opportunity to work with Chris Hughes to further promote retired greyhounds as pets. He has really captured the quirky personalities which greyhounds have and how well they fit into so many different homes and families once they retire from racing. We have already seen the significant impact of our ‘Adopt A Sporting Legend’ campaign last year, and hope our ‘Anything But Grey’ video helps to spread the word even further about what wonderful, fun and loving pets retired greyhounds make.
“Anyone who is looking to adopt a dog should definitely consider reaching out to one of our fantastic homing centres to find out more about greyhounds. There truly is a perfect greyhound for every home and our centres are perfectly placed to help you find yours.”
To watch the video click here
For more information about adopting a retired greyhound, get in touch: hello@homerunhounds.co.uk or 07488 253537
As a charity, our goal is the health, wellbeing and happiness of ex racing Greyhounds.
