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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 
& make a difference

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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Frankie

3 years old

Frankie is just a really lovely boy. He walks nicely on the lead, is calm and placid, and has a gentle and friendly nature. He should adapt to most homes with ease. He may even suit apartment living due to his docile nature. Frankie would likely be ok with children aged 5 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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Angel

2 years old

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Suitably name is this gift from above, Angel. Although she might like to think she has wings, she doesn't, but she can certainly zoom around with the illusion that her feet are not touching the ground! She is super sweet, affectionate, playful, puppyish and excitable. A true extrovert! Her coat is stunning and will be turning heads wherever she goes! We think she may suit homes that has a backyard (for all though crazy burst of energy), children 10 and over and with or without another medium or larger male companion (as long as they are ok with a silly, playful, zooming partner!). 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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Blaze

7 years old

This distinguished gentleman is ready for his new life as a couch potato, a handsome one at that! He is quiet, calm, gentle and very sweet but can find new environments a little overwhelming - but he does give everything a go with a gentle leader by his side! He may suit living with children that are respectful around dogs that need some space to settle in so 10 and over or even a home with just a couple of adults, he may even be ok with another medium or larger buddy to show him the ropes of pet life. Rusty has an auto-immune disease of the eyes which is treated with daily eye drops. 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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Freya

3 years old

Meet Freya, a sweet and affectionate greyhound with a puppyish spirit 😊. This impulsive girl's got a playful streak – she's always up for a snuggle and loves to have fun. Freya's a great companion who'll thrive with people who can keep up with her energy. Freya 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 playful vibe – no cats, please! No apartments for this lady, she needs space to stretch her legs, and no elderly caregivers, she's a bit too bouncy 🌳. If you're looking for a lively, loving companion who's always up for an adventure, Freya's your girl! Freya has a low-grade heart murmur, which doesn't affect her day-to-day life, or require medicating. 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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Enrique

5 years old

Meet the handsome Enrique. Enrique is a little different than other greyhounds with his short tail. He is just as beautiful on the inside as he is on the outside, he is sweet, very affectionate- may jump up on you for cuddles. Enrique 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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Pirate

6 years old

Pirate is SMIRKING with excitement that he may be finding his very own home soon. He has cute ears that don't know which way they want to sit, as you can see by his profile pic. He adores everyone and anyone and will do just about anything for a treat! He is on the smaller side for a male greyhound. He will likely do best in a home with or without a canine pal of any size and children aged 10 years and older. He will likely enjoy and appreciate a home with a backyard so he can do his daily zoomies in. 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 as long as he gets her steps up, her goal is 3,000 a day! 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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Love

8 years old

Meet the dog you will certainly fall in love with- LOVE <3 Love is another one of our older ladies looking for her very own home. Love is a little different in that she enjoys eating her meals on her bed. Now I don't blame her, that is pure laziness! She is a sweet, polite, friendly and walks well on the lead. Love has successfully completed further training in our onsite behavioural rehabilitation program (BRP) and is now ready for adoption. Love may suit living with or without a canine brother of similar 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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Tommy

5 years old

Handsome Tommy wants to SWIFTLY move into his forever home, could that be you? He is a fairly big boy and needs someone to work on his loose lead skills. Tommy is often seen in his kennel, just laying around, he seems to be fairly quiet, and we seldom have heard him bark. Tommy has successfully completed further training in our onsite behavioural rehabilitation Program (BRP) and is now ready for adoption. He may suit living with or without a canine companion of medium/large in 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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Grandy

3 years old

Meet the grand greyhound, Grandy! Grandy is only quite small for a male greyhound, however what he lacks in stature, he makes up in personality! He is a very happy, goofy boy that will no doubt make you smile with his antics. Grandy has come a long way since arriving at GAP and has successfully completed further training in our onsite behavioural rehabilitation Program (BRP) and is now ready for adoption. Grandy may suit living with or without a canine pal of similar size and children aged 10 years and older. Sorry folks, no apartments for this energetic pup. 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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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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21

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Greyhound Adoption Day - RSPCA Burwood

RSPCA Burwood - 3 Burwood Highway, Burwood East

21 February 2026

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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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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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