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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Missy

3 years old

Meet the small, sweet and introverted Missy. When you first meet Missy, she will come across as submissive and anxious but once she gets to know you, she should come out of her shell. She gains confidence from other dogs - so she may like to live with a confident canine companion of any size to help her along the way. She may suit living with children aged 10 years and older. She will likely need a quiet home. Because of her sweet and quiet nature, Missy may even suit living with a cat.
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Abby

6 years old

This darling little girl is Abby and she is so excited to find her people! She is not only beautiful but she is personable, affectionate and loves life. If you look at her trotting away from you, her markings almost look like Bambi! We think she may suit living with children 5 and over and another male canine medium or larger. We also think she may suit living in an apartment type setting.
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Fab

3 years old

Meet Fab, the young lady who is as playful and active as they come! If you want a jogging partner or you have a large backyard that Fab can do her daily zoomies in, well this girl is for you! Along with her playfulness, she is super sweet and has beautiful white markings. This puppyish girl may suit living with or without a like-minded canine friend of similar size and children aged 10 years and older.
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Mate

6 years old

This handsome greyhound is a true gentleman—quiet, calm, and beautifully polite. Mate has a friendly, personable nature and enjoys being close to his people, often showing his affection by gently leaning into his handler for reassurance and cuddles. With his soft eyes and eager‑to‑please attitude, he forms connections easily and loves nothing more than being part of the family. His affectionate streak shines once he feels comfortable, and he thrives on gentle attention and companionship. Mate may be happy to live in a home with school aged children and full time workers.
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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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Poet

5 years old

Meet Poet, a handsome male greyhound with a friendly, outgoing nature who enjoys being part of the action. Poet loves people and greets the world with enthusiasm, making him a lovely companion for a home with children aged 10+ or an adults-only household. He’s social and affectionate, happiest when he has company and everyday life happening around him. Poet needs the companionship of another dog, as he doesn’t cope well with being alone, so he’s best suited to a home with an existing canine friend. A secure backyard is essential for him to enjoy outdoor time, and he’s not suited to apartment living. Due to his energy and needs, an elderly home is not recommended. With the right setup, Poet will reward his family with warmth, loyalty, and plenty of happy moments.
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Cindy

3 years old

Meet Cindy, a big, outgoing girl with a puppyish heart. This affectionate greyhound loves being around people and is always up for a cuddle or play session – she's a bundle of energy and fun! Cindy's a gentle giant with a heart of gold. Cindy suits households with kids 10+ or adults who appreciate her lively vibe. She'd love to be the only dog or live with a medium to large dog – if you're looking for a lovely companion who's full of charm, Cindy is your girl!
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Rogan

6 years old

Meet Rogan, a quiet and sweet greyhound with a heart of gold 😊. This affectionate boy leans on people he trusts and loves to please – he's a gentle soul who thrives on connection. Rogan's a great companion who'll bring calm and love to the right home. Rogan needs a home with another dog for company to share his life with. He suits households with kids 10+ or adults, and isn't suited to homes with cats. If you're looking for a loyal companion who'll be your quiet buddy and wants to please, Rogan's your guy! Rogan has previously fractured his hock, which now has osteoarthritis.
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Benny

4 years old

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Meet Benny, a quiet and sweet greyhound with a quirky charm. Benny made great progress after completing behavioural rehabilitation training and is ready for a loving home. Benny may suit a household with kids 5+ or adults who appreciate his personable vibe – no small dogs or cats, please! He'd love to be the only dog or may suit to live with a medium to large dog who shares his calm energy. If you're looking for a loyal companion who's a bit of a unique character, Benny is your guy! A mild heart murmur has been discovered on examination. This murmur isn't causing any clinical signs. Most greyhounds with a low-grade heart murmur will live a normal healthy life with no development of congestive heart disease.
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Berlin

4 years old

Berlin is a quiet and thoughtful greyhound with a cautious, independent nature. He can be a little aloof at first, preferring to observe the world from a comfortable distance while he builds trust in his own time. Berlin isn’t demanding of attention, but he appreciates calm companionship and a predictable routine. His gentle presence makes him well suited to a peaceful home environment. Berlin would thrive in a home with adults or children aged 10+ who understand and respect his need for space. He would be happiest as an only dog or living with a calm canine companion, and he is not cat friendly. With patience and understanding, Berlin will reward his adopters with quiet loyalty and the special bond that comes from earning the trust of a reserved soul.
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