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Adopt a greyhound 
& change two lives

Greyhounds are becoming an increasingly popular pet option for a number of reasons and it’s easy to see why. With their gentle nature, low-maintenance lifestyle, and surprising love for lounging, greyhounds make wonderful companions for people from all walks of life odio eu

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Become a volunteer
& support greyhounds

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do at GAP. Whether it’s walking greyhounds, sharing their stories in the community, or helping them settle into pet life, our volunteers make the journey from track to couch possible and unforgettable.Dolor pellentesque porta fames aliquam in adipiscing aliquam. Auctor lorem maecenas nibh elit et. Fermentum adipiscing amet sed semper. Pel

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Foster a greyhound 
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Fostering a greyhound is one of the kindest (and most rewarding) things you can do. Whether it’s for a few weeks or a little longer, your home becomes a stepping stone on their journey from racetrack to couch life.parturient sagittis duis sit odio massa dui blandit purus. Mi id sed ac at neque urna posuere. Quis ultrices nunc amet aenean viverra aliquet adip

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Come along to a GAP event and connect with fellow greyhound lovers. From local walks to community days, there’s something for everyone (especially the dogs!).Massa et tellus donec tincidunt nunc scelerisque. Fa

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All greyhounds adopted from GAP are de-sexed, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed and health checked.

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Hershey

2 years old

Meet Hershey, a sweet and handsome fawn greyhound with a penchant for zoomies 😊. This cautious boy's got a playful streak and loves to get active, but he needs time to warm up to new things. Hershey's a great fit for an active household where he can get plenty of exercise and attention. Hershey suits households with kids 10+ or adults who can keep up with his energetic vibe – no elderly or apartments, please! He needs a backyard to stretch his legs and a medium to large dog companion if he's not the only dog. No cats, thanks! If you're looking for a fun-loving, loyal companion who's always up for a chocolatey good time, Hershey's your guy!
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Bingo

2 years old

Meet Bingo, a sweet and social greyhound who's still a big puppy at heart 😊. This playful girl's enthusiastic about life, always up for a game, and not afraid to show her impulsive side. Bingo's a great fit for an active household where she can get plenty of attention and exercise. Bingo suits households with kids 10+ or adults who can keep up with her bouncy energy – no elderly or apartments, please! She needs a backyard to stretch her legs and a robust dog companion (medium to large) if she's not the only dog. Sorry, no cats! If you're looking for a fun-loving, loyal companion who's always up for a laugh, Bingo's your girl! THIS LOVELY DOG WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT OUR UPCOMING RSPCA ADOPTION DAY ON SATURDAY 21ST FEB! REGISTER ON GAP WEBSITE TO ATTEND.
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Pedro

5 years old

Look at Pedro and is beautiful white markings, paired with lovely light-coloured eyes, he is as handsome as they come! Pedro is a sweet boy, who is so very happy all the time, he actually smiles! He can get a bit excitable at times and doesn't realise his own size but soon calms down and just wants loads of cuddles and affection. Pedro may suit living with or without a canine friend of any size, and children aged 10 years and older. THIS LOVELY DOG WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT OUR UPCOMING RSPCA ADOPTION DAY ON SATURDAY 21ST FEB! REGISTER ON GAP WEBSITE TO ATTEND.
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Kenya

1 years old

Meet Kenya, a sweet and social greyhound who's as friendly as they come 😊. This affectionate girl's got a heart as big as her namesake – warm, loving, and always up for an adventure. Kenya's a great companion who'll thrive with people who love to have fun. Kenya suits households with kids 10+ or adult-only homes, and she'd love to be the only dog or live with a medium to large dog who shares her bubbly vibe – no cats, please! She needs a backyard to stretch her legs and soak up the sunshine 🌳. If you're looking for a loving, outgoing companion who's always up for a safari, Kenya's your girl!
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Cameron Frye

4 years old

Cameron Frye is a big boy, but he is a complete softy and introvert, he finds new people and environments a bit overwhelming and is anxious at times. With time and patience with an understanding owner, we believe he will gain some confidence and let his true colours shine through. Once he trusts you, he is a very sweet and personable boy. Cameron may suit living with or without a canine companion, he may do best in a quiet home/neighbourhood. Cameron may even be OK to live with a cat. Cameron has Anxiety which we have medicated and which we have seen improvement of in the kennels
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Captain ARP

4 years old

Oh Captain, my captain! What a lovely chap this greyhound is! He is goofy in the nicest possible way and will keep you amused all day with his antics. He loves to play bow and has a very affectionate nature. Captain would likely be ok with kids aged 10 or older, and may be fine with full time workers. THIS LOVELY DOG WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT OUR UPCOMING RSPCA ADOPTION DAY ON SATURDAY 21ST FEB! REGISTER ON GAP WEBSITE TO ATTEND.
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Mable

3 years old

Mable is as sweet as they come, she is little and petite, and she is lovely on lead. She can be a little shy sometimes, but we think that suits her gentle nature. She may suit a family with children 10 and over and another male canine companion! She may even suit living with a cat. Fun facts about Mable: She likes to play in pools, but she hasn't quite mastered how to do stairs! THIS LOVELY DOG WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT OUR UPCOMING RSPCA ADOPTION DAY ON SATURDAY 21ST FEB! REGISTER ON GAP WEBSITE TO ATTEND.
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Yindi

4 years old

Meet Yindi, the sweet and affectionate girl who thinks she is still a puppy at times but soon calms down and is quiet, polite and gentle. She can take some time to warm up to new people, but when she does, she is your sidekick for life. She walks well on the lead and is mostly easy to handle. This cute pup may suit living with or without a canine brother of medium/large size and children aged 5 years and older. She may even be OK to live in an apartment! Yindi has some arthritis in her wrist, which may need some management in the future. THIS LOVELY DOG WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT OUR UPCOMING RSPCA ADOPTION DAY ON SATURDAY 21ST FEB! REGISTER ON GAP WEBSITE TO ATTEND.
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Pocus
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Pocus

5 years old

Are you ready to have the spell of the Greyhound cast upon you? Miss Pocus will have you wandering around in aww of her beauty and gentle nature, your camera roll will be filled with her adorable sleeping positions and honestly just of her living her best life. You will be that person who just wants to talk about your Greyhound to anyone that listens and we are not mad about it! She will look into your eyes and you will wonder how did you ever do life without her!? Pocus is a calm, easy going, affectionate and sweet girl that just wants all the love and affection. We think she may suit may households and families. She may even suit apartment living! THIS LOVELY DOG WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT OUR RSPCA ADOPTION DAY ON SATURDAY 21ST FEBRUARY!
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Pickett

5 years old

Well he is the "Pickett" of the bunch this handsome young lad. He is sweet, friendly, outgoing and affectionate, he likes treats and wants to lean on you for affection all day! He can be a little bit boisterous at times and still doesn't really understand he probably shouldn't jump up for some more cuddles but he will learn that in no time. Pickett may suit living with another dog of any size as long as they are not old or frail (same goes for people!). he may also suit living with children 10 and over and somewhere with a little bit of a yard would be great! THIS LOVELY DOG WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT OUR RSPCA ADOPTION DAY ON SATURDAY 21ST FEBRUARY!
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Why adopt a greyhound?

Loving and loyal

Once a Greyhound lets you in, they become incredibly loyal, forming 
deep bonds and showing affectionate devotion.

Quiet companions

Greyhounds are quiet and reserved, making them excellent neighbors 
in shared living spaces.

Independent thinkers

Greyhounds are obedient yet independent, combining problem-solving skills with a self-assured nature.

Greyhounds as pets
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Only a $100 adoption fee

For this you get:

Pedigree, purebred dog

Desexed

Vaccinated

Microchipped

Wormed

Flea treated

Temperament assessed

Suitability matched

Coat, collar and lead

Lifetime support

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Christina & Zack

Christina & Zack

We were so excited to foster Zack and see if he could be a good companion for our staffy, Phoebe.

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Mandy & Elley

Mandy & Elley

She fit in very quickly in the family. For the first week or so, she was a little unsure, and it took about that long for her personality to start shining through.

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Lisa & Sunny

Lisa & Sunny

I just wanted to let you know that Sunny our beautiful greyhound has been the most wonderful addition to our family.

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Courtney & Bont

Courtney & Bont

Bont came to me during covid, just before his 2nd birthday, I was unprepared for the love and safeness he brought to me and I gave to him.

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Zoe, Joel & Pants

Zoe, Joel & Pants

It's been just over a year since we adopted our silly guy Pants (formerly known as Shadow).

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Glen, Bronwyn & Sabi

Glen, Bronwyn & Sabi

Almost 13 years ago, we adopted a very sweet greyhound that was called Emma.

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Holly & Daphne

Holly & Daphne

I've always loved sight hounds. When my now husband and I were discussing getting our first dog together and suggested a greyhound, I was over the moon.

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Thalia, Todd & Alby

Thalia, Todd & Alby

We adopted Taurus on the 12th of July 2025, The moment we arrived at GAP and saw that sweet little face we just new he was the little baby for us.

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Kris & Felicity

Kris & Felicity

We are at the 9 month mark of having Felicity a.k.a Flick in our lives and our hearts have never felt so full.

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Xavier, Jacqueline & Cardi

Xavier, Jacqueline & Cardi

Cardi came into our lives in January 2024. We arrived at GAP having recently lost our rescue dog Kimchi a month earlier.

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Dave & Brian

Dave & Brian

We welcomed Brian (original name Ironman!) into our lives two and a half years ago, following the untimely death of our whippet.

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Keziah & Buzz

Keziah & Buzz

I asked GAP if I may have a greyhound at my house, they invited me to come and look at Buzz and I brought him home.

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Adele, Alita & Sunny

Adele, Alita & Sunny

Thank you GAP for the most magical pairing ever!! We adopted Alita and Sunshine/ Sunny 12 months ago.

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Victoria, Ryan & Dollar

Victoria, Ryan & Dollar

This is a little love story - one that began with heartbreak and ended with hope, healing, and a big black greyhound called Dollar aka Back Pay.

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Megan & Romeo

Megan & Romeo

Romeo came into our lives at the end of January after things hadn’t quite worked out in a previous home. We were told he just needed a chance, and a bit of time, and those words couldn’t have been more true.

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Steph & Shiraz

Steph & Shiraz

Shiraz entered GAP back in May of 2023. When she entered, I fell in love with her immediately!

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Tracey & Gabby

Tracey & Gabby

We adopted Gabby 6 weeks ago and she started as a very unsure girl who wouldn’t leave the corner.

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Leigh & Swifty & Aussie

Leigh & Swifty & Aussie

What an amazing pair of pooches! They've taken to their new digs with a gusto.

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Tegan & Iris

Tegan & Iris

Iris, Lady, Miss Ma'am! Iris has been with us for nearly 6 weeks, and its like she's always been here!

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Alison & Buddy

Alison & Buddy

Buddy is the sweetest boy but is the goofiest craziest mini horse/giraffe!

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Lisa & Nellie

Lisa & Nellie

We adopted Nellie (formerly Neptune) back in mid March and she has very quickly settled into pet life.

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21

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Greyhound Adoption Day - RSPCA Burwood

RSPCA Burwood - 3 Burwood Highway, Burwood East

21 February 2026

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10:00 am

Want to meet your new best friend? Just looking for more information at this stage? Join us at RSPCA Burwood for a special adoption event!

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Greyhound
Adoption Program

Since 1996, we’ve been dedicated to giving retired racing greyhounds a new beginning as much-loved pets. Behind every adoption is a passionate team working to support greyhounds and their new families every step of the way. Learn more about our story, our mission, and the people who make it all happen.

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