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

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Polar
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Polar

4 years old

Calm, gentle and wonderfully easy-going, Polar is a handsome 4-year-old white greyhound with a heart as big as his appetite. This gorgeous boy is the definition of laidback, preferring a relaxed lifestyle filled with comfortable beds, tasty treats and the company of his favourite people. Quiet and polite, Polar takes life at his own pace and brings a peaceful presence wherever he goes. While Independent at times, Polar enjoys building meaningful connections and has a lovely habit of seeking eye contact with those he trusts. Quietly affectionate rather than demanding of attention, he's the kind of companion who is happiest simply sharing space with his family. Friendly and personable, Polar has a sweet, gentle nature that makes him a pleasure to be around. Polar is also quite the foodie and never misses an opportunity to enjoy a meal or a well-earned snack. Combined with his wonderfully relaxed outlook on life, this has resulted in him becoming a delightfully chunky boy who is more than happy to leave the zoomies to the youngsters and focus on perfecting the art of lounging instead. If there were an Olympic event for napping, Polar would be a strong contender! With his calm temperament and low-key lifestyle, Polar may be well suited to apartment living, provided he has his daily walks and plenty of cosy spots to stretch out and relax. Suitable for a home with children aged 5 years and older, Polar is searching for a family who will appreciate his gentle nature, quiet affection and talent for being the perfect couch companion. Polar has an old hock fracture with a screw present. We have done xrays to confirm it is stable, and he isn't in pain or lame.
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Lynette
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Lynette

8 years old

Lynette is a sweet, affectionate Greyhound with a playful streak and a big personality. She loves stretching her long legs during a good zoomie session and is always happy to lean in for a butt scratch. Lynette has a charming habit of rubbing up against her people like a cat, making it clear when she's enjoying your company. While she loves affection on her own terms, she can also be touch-sensitive at times and appreciates having her boundaries respected. She's a wonderful mix of loving companion and independent spirit. Lynette has an auto immune disease of the eyes called "Pannus." this is controlled with daily eye drops. She also has a low-grade heart murmur, which doesnt affect her day-to-day life, and doesn't require medication. Lynette would be best suited to a home with adults or children aged 10 years and over who can understand her cues and give her space when needed. She is not suited to apartment living and would love a home with room to stretch out and enjoy regular exercise. Lynette could thrive as an only dog, soaking up all the attention for herself, or she may enjoy sharing her home with a compatible canine friend. She may also be able to live with a cat, pending appropriate introductions. If you're looking for a gentle, quirky Greyhound with plenty of love to give, Lynette could be the perfect match.
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Texas
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Texas

6 years old

Texas is a handsome, sweet-natured boy with a friendly and personable disposition. Quiet and polite, he enjoys spending time with his people and often seeks eye contact, looking for reassurance and connection. At times he can be a little submissive and slightly anxious, but his eagerness to please and gentle nature make him a lovely companion. Texas walks well on lead and approaches life with a calm, thoughtful attitude. When Texas is feeling comfortable, his playful side shines through. His tail seems to wag non-stop, especially when soft toys are involved, and he loves the occasional zoomie around the backyard. He may suit living with or without a medium to large canine companion and could be a good match for children aged 10 years and older. As he enjoys having space to move and play, Texas will require a home with a secure backyard where he can stretch his legs, play with his toys, and continue growing in confidence. Texas has successfully completed some further training in our onsite behavioural rehabilitation program and is now ready for adoption!
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Dakota
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Dakota

6 years old

Sweet, affectionate and full of joyful enthusiasm, Dakota is a beautiful 6-year-old black greyhound who greets life with a wag, a smile and a ready-for-anything attitude. Friendly and outgoing, she's a people-loving girl who enjoys making new friends and sharing her happy spirit with everyone she meets. Dakota thrives on human connection and is always eager to please, making her a delightful companion both at home and out on adventures. With her playful, puppyish nature, Dakota brings plenty of fun wherever she goes. She loves a good zoomie session and approaches the world with an infectious excitement that is impossible not to smile at. Her enthusiasm can sometimes make her a little impulsive, but it's all part of her charming personality. Beneath that energetic exterior is a sweet and affectionate girl who simply loves being included and spending time with her people. Dakota is generally good on lead and enjoys getting out and about, exploring her surroundings with curiosity and confidence. While she can be a little underconfident around some dogs, she looks to her trusted humans for guidance and reassurance, and her desire to please shines through in everything she does. Dakota is searching for a family who will embrace her happy, playful spirit and give her all the love and companionship she deserves. Suitable for a home with children aged 10 years and older, this lovable girl is ready to fill her forever home with laughter, affection and plenty of unforgettable zoomies.
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Bond
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Bond

5 years old

Bond is licensed to thrill! This handsome greyhound is a friendly, outgoing boy with a larger-than-life personality and a mission to keep life exciting. Bond loves meeting people, launching into spectacular zoomie sessions, and bringing his signature puppyish enthusiasm to everything he does. Impulsive, excitable, and always ready for his next adventure, he's the kind of dog who turns every walk into an action-packed outing. Whether he's dashing around the yard or charming his admirers, Bond approaches life with all the confidence and energy of a secret agent on assignment. Bond is seeking an active home with children aged 5 years and over, or adults who can appreciate his exuberant nature. Due to his enthusiastic greeting style and tendency to get carried away in the excitement of the moment, a home with elderly people would not be suitable. Bond would be happiest as an only dog where he can be the star of the show, but he may also suit a home with a medium to large canine companion who can match his playful energy. Bond is not suitable to live with cats and will need a feline-free home. If you're looking for a loyal partner with a licence for fun, Agent Bond is ready to accept his next mission – and it could be with you. When Bond had his dental done in August 2026 areas of gum thickening were noted and biopsies taken. Results showed fibrous gingival hyperplasia, with is a benign thickening of the gums.
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Charles
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Charles

4 years old

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If happiness had four legs, it would probably look a lot like Charles! This handsome 4-year-old black greyhound is a big, chunky boy with an upbeat personality and an infectious enthusiasm for life. Always happy and ready to greet the world with a wag, Charles is the kind of dog who brings joy wherever he goes. Friendly, social and outgoing, Charles loves spending time with people and thrives on human interaction. He's a confident and personable boy who enjoys making new friends and quickly wins hearts with his affectionate nature. Charles loves seeking eye contact with his handlers and is always looking for ways to connect, often leaning in for pats and cuddles whenever the opportunity arises. Charles is eager to please and genuinely tries his best. While he can be boisterous, enthusiastic and a little impulsive when excited, his sweet nature shines through in everything he does. He may jump up to say hello when he's particularly happy, but it's all part of his fun-loving personality and zest for life. Due to his size, enthusiasm and tendency to jump up when excited, Charles would be best suited to a home with robust children aged 10 years and over who can confidently enjoy all the love this big boy has to offer. If you're looking for a cheerful, affectionate companion with a huge heart and an even bigger personality, Charles might just be your perfect match.
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Rudy ARP
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Rudy ARP

4 years old

Rudy is a handsome greyhound with a larger-than-life personality! Friendly, outgoing and full of confidence, he loves being around people and isn't shy about asking for attention. This affectionate boy is a real character, with a boofy nature and plenty of enthusiasm for life. Rudy is looking for an active home with a secure backyard where he can stretch his legs and enjoy regular exercise. He may be suitable to live as an only dog or with a medium to large canine companion. He may also be suitable to live with children aged 15 years and over. ​

This greyhound is part of our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP). Through this program, greyhounds stay with their current owners while they wait to find their perfect forever home. If you're interested in adopting this dog, we'll arrange for them to come into GAP specifically for you to meet and complete the adoption process. Since the dogis being brought into the program based on your interest, we ask that applicants be reasonably confident this is the greyhound they'd like to welcome into their family. Unlike our standard adoption process, you won't be able to meet multiple dogs at the same time however our team will share lots of information about this greyhound to help you determine if they're the perfect match for your family.

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Virginia ARP
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Virginia ARP

1 years old

Virginia is a sweet, quiet girl with a gentle and soft nature. Very pretty, with beautiful light-colored eyes and an elegant Roman nose, she has a lovely personable temperament and enjoys spending time with her people. Affectionate without being overly demanding, Virginia will often seek eye contact and loves feeling connected to those around her. She has a playful, puppyish side and a submissive nature that makes her an easy companion to have around. Virginia may suit a home on her own or with confident small, medium or large dogs. She may also be suitable to live with children aged 10 years and older. Virginia is not suited to apartment living and would love a home where she has room to relax, play and thrive.

This greyhound is part of our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP). Through this program, greyhounds stay with their current owners while they wait to find their perfect forever home. If you're interested in adopting this dog, we'll arrange for them to come into GAP specifically for you to meet and complete the adoption process. Since the dog is being brought into the program based on your interest, we ask that applicants be reasonably confident this is the greyhound they'd like to welcome into their family. Unlike our standard adoption process, you won't be able to meet multiple dogs at the same time however our team will share lots of information about this greyhound to help you determine if they're the perfect match for your family.

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Galileo ARP
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Galileo ARP

1 years old

Galileo is a sweet and friendly with a happy, outgoing personality. Confident and very personable, he loves being around people and is always ready for a cuddle. Very affectionate and enthusiastic, Galileo enjoys treats, has a fun quirky side, and brings plenty of joy wherever he goes. An active boy who loves attention, Galileo may suit a home on his own or with robust small, medium or large dogs. He is looking for a home with a secure backyard where he can relax, play and enjoy life.

This greyhound is part of our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP). Through this program, greyhounds stay with their current owners while they wait to find their perfect forever home. If you're interested in adopting this dog, we'll arrange for them to come into GAP specifically for you to meet and complete the adoption process. Since the dogis being brought into the program based on your interest, we ask that applicants be reasonably confident this is the greyhound they'd like to welcome into their family. Unlike our standard adoption process, you won't be able to meet multiple dogs at the same time however our team will share lots of information about this greyhound to help you determine if they're the perfect match for your family.

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Iowa ARP
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Iowa ARP

1 years old

Iowa is a very pretty, sweet greyhound with a friendly, outgoing nature. Confident and personable, she loves being around people and has a lovely puppyish charm. She enjoys affection and has a gentle, submissive temperament. Iowa may suit a home on her own or with small, medium or large dogs. She may also be suitable to live with children aged 10 years and older. Iowa is not suited to apartment living and would love a home where she has room to relax and enjoy life.  

This greyhound is part of our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP). Through this program, greyhounds stay with their current owners while they wait to find their perfect forever home. If you're interested in adopting this dog, we'll arrange for them to come into GAP specifically for you to meet and complete the adoption process. Since the dog is being brought into the program based on your interest, we ask that applicants be reasonably confident this is the greyhound they'd like to welcome into their family. Unlike our standard adoption process, you won't be able to meet multiple dogs at the same time however our team will share lots of information about this greyhound to help you determine if they're the perfect match for your family.

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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.

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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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Upcoming events

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Sep

Best Mates Adoption Day

Sandown Park Greyhounds, View Road, Springvale VIC 3171

6 September 2026

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11:00 am

This Father’s Day, skip the usual socks and meet your new best mate.

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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.