How to adopt

Greyhound adoption made easy

GAP is committed to ensuring that all of its greyhounds are adopted into homes that are well suited to the greyhound and the new owners. Our dedicated and experienced team guide you through every step of the process to ensure that we find the paw-fect match!

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Ready to meet your new best mate?

There’s nothing quite like the bond between a person and their greyhound, it’s gentle, loyal, and full of quiet moments that make your heart smile. At GAP, we believe every greyhound deserves a loving home, and every home deserves the joy of a greyhound. Whether you’re a first-time dog owner, a seasoned pet lover, or just beginning to explore adoption, we’re here to help you every step of the way.

Adopting a greyhound is a simple, supportive process designed to find the best match for you and your lifestyle. We take the time to get to know you, introduce you to some wonderful greyhounds, and provide all the guidance and information you need to feel confident and ready.

From your first enquiry to the day you welcome your greyhound home - and well beyond - our team will be there to offer advice, answer questions, and cheer you on. Here’s what the journey looks like, and how to take the first step toward finding your new best friend.

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Why adopt through GAP?

Expert matching

We take the time to get to know you and your lifestyle, so we can match you with a greyhound that’s the perfect fit.

Temperament-tested greyhounds

Every greyhound in our program is assessed for personality, behaviour, and sociability - so you can adopt with confidence.

Desexed, vaccinated and vet-checked

All GAP greyhounds come desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, and with a full health check - ready to settle straight into home life.

Already started on life beyond the track

Our greyhounds are well on their way to becoming fantastic family pets, with many having lived in foster homes or gone through transitional training.

Ongoing support from a caring team

We’re here for the long haul, with advice and support available throughout your greyhound’s life - because you’re part of the GAP family now.

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Adoption process

Step 1 - Reach out

Get in touch with the GAP team — we're here to help you get started on your adoption journey.

Step 2 - Information gathering

We'll have a friendly chat to learn more about your lifestyle, preferences, and what you're looking for in a greyhound.

Step 3 - Meet the greyhounds

Visit one of our adoption centres to meet the greyhounds and spend time finding the right match for you.

Step 4 - Welcoming your greyhound home

Once approved, you’ll bring your new greyhound home with helpful info on their care and medical history.

Step 5 - Ongoing support

Our support doesn’t end at adoption — we’re here for you and your greyhound every step of the way.

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Meet our dogs ready for adoption

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

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Jakey

6 years old

This gorgeous male greyhound is the total package—social, friendly, and full of confidence. Jakey is an outgoing sweetheart who genuinely enjoys being around people and makes fast friends wherever he goes. With his affectionate nature and warm personality, he’s the type of dog who seeks out eye contact, leans in for pats, and loves being part of the action. He may suit living in a home with children aged 10 years and over, as well as full time workers.
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Wicket

4 years old

Summers will be even better with this guy on your backyard cricket team! Now his race name suggests he has "No Manners" but we can assure you that he is a sweet, affectionate boy that loves cuddles and will do almost anything for a pat! We think that this Don Bradman wannabee may suit living with a squad of 10yrs and over and another batsman (doggie friend) of any size.
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Paisley

6 years old

This is Paisley, yes, she may be 6 and a half years old but that doesn't stop this pretty girl from acting like a puppy! As soon as you meet her you are guaranteed to fall completely in love with her, she has a contagious happy demeanour that you can't help to smile back at her. She loves nothing more than hanging with her people and getting all the attention. She is quite an active girl and will likely require a home that has a back yard that she can run and play in. She will also likely need mental stimulation while her people aren't around. She may be OK to live with a dog tolerant cat.
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Pogo

3 years old

Meet Pogo, a handsome male greyhound with a big personality to match his long legs. He’s friendly, outgoing and wonderfully quirky, always ready to greet you with enthusiasm and charm. Pogo is still learning his manners and can be a bit boisterous, so he’ll thrive with confident handlers who can continue his training and help him become his best self. Pogo is best suited to a household with teens 15+ or adults, and he’ll need a secure backyard where he can stretch out and play. He can live as an only dog or with a robust medium to large canine companion, but he’s not suitable for homes with cats, apartments, or elderly residents. With the right environment and guidance, Pogo will reward you with loyalty, laughs, and plenty of greyhound love. Pogo has had irritable bowel syndrome while in our care at GAP. We have had much improvement using a specialty diet, with "inside out" powder on his food. This should be continued into his new home.
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Hugo

4 years old

Meet the adorable huggable Hugo! Hugo is a happy go lucky doggo who takes everything in his stride, one paw at a time. He may suit living with or without a canine pal of similar size and children aged 10 years and older. Hugo has had a previous hock injury, and whilst in out care, we removed a screw out of this leg.
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Roxanne ARP

5 years old

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Roxanne is a friendly and confident girl who loves being around people. She is outgoing, personable and happy. Roxanne can feel anxious in new situations, she does try her best. Roxanne may be suitable to live with children ages 10+ and may be suitable to live with medium or large dogs.
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Bixby

4 years old

Meet Bixby, a charming and lovable greyhound with a heart of gold! This sweet boy is a people person, always wagging his tail and sporting a friendly grin. Bixby's affectionate nature makes him a great fit for families with kids aged 15 years +. Bixby's got a special spot in his heart for his canine friends, and he needs a furry companion to keep him company. He's a social boy who thrives on interaction, and he's always up for a game of chase or a snuggle on the couch. If you're looking for a lively and loving companion who'll bring joy and laughter to your home, Bixby's your guy! Bixby has come a long way and has been for a visit to a local prison to learn about pet life in our Prison Pet Partnership Program and has also been to foster with one of our lovely foster carers and did wonderful, didn't take a step wrong! Bixby has his bags packed and ready to move into his furever home!
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George ARP

3 years old

Sweet boy George is looking for his road tripping loving family, as George thoroughly enjoys car rides! George is a handsome boy and even more so in real life than in his photo! He is a friendly, happy go lucky boy that takes everything in his stride. He may suit living with or without a canine pal of medium or large dog and children aged 10 years+. Sorry no apartments or cats for George.
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Terrasaur

5 years old

This sweetheart is a gentle giant in Greyhound form. Terrasaur may have a scary name but we promise he is a real calm smoocher. He is a chill guy that just loves people, relaxing and tries his best in everything he does. Terrasaur has recently completed some extra behaviour training and is ready to get himself into his forever home. We think he may suit homes with children 5 and over and also another canine that is medium or larger. He may even do ok in an apartment type setting.
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Vegas ARP

4 years old

Meet Vegas, a sweet girl with a big personality. Vegas is personable and affectionate, with a puppyish and playful side. She likes zoomies, treats and loves people. Vegas may suit living with medium or large dogs and may be ok being in a household with kids 10+. If you are looking for an outgoing, friendly and eager to please girl. Vegas is the greyhound for you!

This dog is part of our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP). We have behavioural and health assessed this lovely dog, and they will remain with their racing owners until they find an adoptive home, at which point they are brought back into GAP. This means that should you be interested in adopting this dog, we are bringing the dog into GAP on the understanding that you will be adopting this particular dog, and not other dogs currently in our care.

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