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Adopt a greyhound 
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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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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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How would you rename the greyhound?

For 30 years, we’ve seen greyhounds doing the most lovable, quirky and wonderfully unexpected things. Which got us thinking… these beautiful dogs are anything but grey.

If you could rename the greyhound, what would you call it?

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

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Bushy

3 years old

Bushy is a handsome greyhound who is still finding his feet in the world. Timid, anxious and often a little tense, he can seem shut down in unfamiliar situations, but beneath it all is a dog who is genuinely trying his best. Bushy takes comfort from calm, predictable environments and appears to enjoy the company of another confident greyhound who can help show him the ropes and gently encourage him to come out of his shell. To help him thrive, Bushy will need a quiet home with no children, a peaceful neighbourhood, and a secure backyard where he can decompress and build confidence at his own pace. With patience, understanding and the support of a canine companion, this sweet and sensitive boy has the potential to blossom into a loyal and devoted friend.
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Gaskin

5 years old

Gaskin is a handsome greyhound with a gentle, quiet nature and a personality that is sure to win hearts. Sweet, affectionate, and full of puppyish charm, he loves spending time with his people and has a quirky habit of “smiling” that never fails to bring a smile in return. Gaskin is a loving companion who enjoys affection and would thrive in a home with children aged 10 years and over or adults, but is not suitable for a home with elderly residents. He would be happiest as an only dog or with a compatible medium to large canine companion. Having successfully completed behavioural rehabilitation training, Gaskin has worked hard and is now ready to find his forever home. Due to his training requirements, he cannot live with small dogs. With his sweet temperament, unique character, and endearing grin, Gaskin is ready to become a much-loved member of a lucky family.
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George
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George

3 years old

Gorgeous George! Is there anything better than a hound named George? We are smitten with this loveable lad, he is sweet, affectionate, loves looking up at you with his beautiful eyes and asking for just one more chin scratch please! He is quite an unusual Red Brindle as he has minimal stripes on his coat, just another quirky thing to love about him! We think George may suit living with another Greyhound friend and an active home that will keep up to his enthusiasm for life. George has been living as a pet for the past year and is ready to find his perfect home! George has a low-grade heart murmur, which doesn't affect him or require medicating. He also has Pannus, which is an auto immune disease of the eyes, which is controlled by daily eye drops. George has recently had a lymph node flare up, which is stable and will likely resolve in it's own time.
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Cotton

4 years old

Like the song says, everyone will be asking, “Where did you come from, where did you go?” when they meet Cotton! This charming greyhound is a sweet, confident and larger-than-life character who approaches every day with puppyish enthusiasm and an extroverted zest for life. Despite only having one eye, Cotton doesn't let anything slow him down and tackles life with boundless optimism, plenty of boisterous energy and an endless supply of affection. He is looking for a home with adults or dog-savvy children aged 10 years and over who are comfortable around big, energetic dogs, and is not suited to living with elderly people. Cotton would be happy as either an only dog or with a compatible canine companion, and he will need a securely fenced backyard where he can stretch his legs, play and enjoy his daily adventures. If you're searching for a fun-loving, unforgettable greyhound with a unique look and a huge personality, Cotton is ready to dance his way into your heart.
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Crippa

4 years old

Crippa is a handsome black boy with a big heart and an even bigger love for people. Sweet, friendly, and affectionate, he thrives on human companionship and will happily seek out eye contact, eager to connect with those around him. His puppyish enthusiasm and desire to please make him a fun and engaging companion who is always ready for attention, affection, or an adventure by your side. Crippa absolutely adores people and enjoys being involved in whatever his family is doing. He would suit a home with children aged 10 years and over who can appreciate his cheerful and affectionate nature. Crippa is best suited to being the only dog in the home, where he can soak up all the love and attention for himself. With his loving personality, striking looks, and devotion to his people, Crippa is sure to make a wonderful addition to a lucky family.
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Scooby

6 years old

Everyone needs a Scooby-doo in their life! He is fun-loving, happy, bouncy extrovert that is ready to Scooby doo-bee-do! We think this handsome boy would be ok with a family with children 15 and over and ready to play and also another medium or larger canine friend. No apartments for this boy as he cant wait to show you his zoomies and play in the yard. No elderly or frail dogs or people either as he is still learning how to control his enthusiasm to life.
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5 years old

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Carlin is sweet, friendly and full of personality, Carlin is a fun-loving boy who approaches life with enthusiasm! This playful pup loves his zoomies and will happily burst into a silly sprint. He's puppyish, outgoing and always keen to engage, often seeking eye contact with his people and looking for guidance. Carlin is eager to please and loves being involved in the action. Carlin would thrive in a home with a secure backyard where he can burn off some energy and enjoy his daily zoomies. He would be best suited to a home without children and may enjoy living with a robust medium to large dog, or he could happily be your one and only.
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Federal

5 years old

Federal is a handsome greyhound with a distinguished grey face and a friendly, outgoing personality that makes him impossible not to love. Confident, personable, and affectionate, he enjoys being involved in whatever his people are doing and isn't shy about seeking attention, sometimes showing his enthusiasm by jumping up to say hello. Federal would be best suited to a home with children aged 10 years and over or adults, and is not suitable for a home with elderly residents. He would thrive as an only dog or with a compatible medium to large canine companion. Having successfully completed behavioural rehabilitation training, Federal has worked hard and is ready to begin a new chapter with a loving family. Due to his training requirements, he cannot live with small dogs. With his charming nature, affectionate heart, and striking silver-faced good looks, Federal is sure to make a loyal and entertaining companion.
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Milo ARP

3 years old

How cute is lovely little Milo? She is a super friendly, happy and social girl who loves to please. She can have a puppyish and playful side at times, but she also loves a snuggle! Milo might be happy to live in a home with or without another medium or large canine companion and children aged 10 years and over. She may suit living in a home with full time workers as long as she is part of the family's day-to-day activities.

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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Audrea

3 years old

Audrea is a beautiful 3-year-old greyhound with a gentle, sweet nature. She’s playful, low energy, and loves the comfort of a familiar routine. While she can be a little shy and anxious when meeting new people, with patience, kindness, and reassurance, Audrea’s lovely personality begins to shine through. Audrea is looking for a patient and understanding home that will give her the time she needs to settle in, build trust, and grow in confidence. Having another friendly greyhound in the home is essential for her, as she takes great comfort from canine companionship and thrives with a confident greyhound friend by her side. Sometimes Audrea may bark when she’s feeling unsure or seeking reassurance, but it’s simply her way of communicating and is never threatening. Once she feels safe and secure, she is a calm and affectionate companion who enjoys being part of the family. If you’re looking for a gentle soul to nurture and watch blossom, Audrea could be the perfect addition to your home. With love, patience, and a greyhound buddy, she is sure to reward you with endless loyalty and companionship. Due to her timidity, she is not suitable to a home with children or in an apartment. Audrea is blind in one eye.
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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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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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