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Greyhound Enrichment Volunteer - Seymour

Our Greyhound Enrichment Volunteers at Seymour provide socialisation and enrichment activities to support greyhounds awaiting adoption.

Through walking, grooming, training, and sensory activities, volunteers help reduce stress and improve well-being. Limited work placements are also available at GAP Seymour for veterinary nursing and animal studies students.

Want a volunteer role where you get to cuddle adorable greyhounds all day?

Our Greyhound Enrichment Volunteers work at both our facilities in Seymour and Tullamarine, providing vital socialisation and enrichment activities for greyhounds housed in our kennels whilst they wait to be adopted. Please note, we only have availability for new volunteers at our Seymour location only.

Activities undertaken include walking, grooming, practice on stairs, general socialisation, and training activities. We also have many other activities for our greyhounds including training activities, cognitive, food, and sensory activities.

These activities help improve the well-being of the greyhounds while in our kennels. The activities help reduce stress, assists with problem solving skills and of course are lots of fun for the greyhounds and you! Limited work placements are also available at GAP Seymour for both veterinary nursing and animal studies students.

Please note: We require volunteers to be at least 18 years old.

What is required?

  • Enrichment volunteers sign up for their own shifts available on the volunteer portal once they have completed their induction training. Training includes some important health and safety guidelines for working at our kennels, plus an onsite induction.
  • Enrichment volunteers can be involved regularly every week, or as a “bite-sized” volunteer.
  • Enrichment shifts at the Seymour kennels are run every day of the week between 10am-12.30pm & 12.30 to 3pm
  • Set up, implementation, supervising the greyhounds and clean-up of the activities is required
  • You should be comfortable in handling dogs of large size (up to 40kg) and various energy levels (including some very excited greyhounds)
  • Enrichment volunteers will work as a team or individually, depending on the day.
  • We ask that volunteers complete a minimum of one volunteer shift per quarter (3-months).

What are the benefits for you?

  • Opportunity to learn new enrichment techniques that you can use with your own pet dogs at home
  • One-on-one contact with greyhounds
  • Gaining experience interacting with greyhounds if you are interested in working in the animal care/training industry
  • The satisfaction of knowing you’re improving the greyhound’s well-being and increasing the dog’s chances of being adopted by assisting with their training and behaviour
  • Becoming part of the GAP family

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Hercules

4 years old

True to his name, Hercules is a handsome 4-year-old black greyhound with a striking appearance and a heart full of love. With his big white chest and ever-so-slight Roman nose, this charming boy has a unique look that only adds to his appeal. Hercules is a friendly, confident and affectionate greyhound who genuinely enjoys spending time with people. He quickly forms bonds with those around him and loves leaning into his handler for attention, pats and companionship. Sweet-natured and eager to please, he's happiest when he's included in family life and receiving plenty of affection. This playful boy has an enthusiastic side and can become excited when meeting people or enjoying fun activities. His excitement may sometimes see him jumping up in his greetings, but it quickly subsides into a calm companion once he settles. With guidance and consistency, Hercules will relax and enjoy being close to his people. Full of personality and charm, Hercules combines confidence with a loving disposition, making him a wonderful companion for an active family looking for a dog who loves human connection. Hercules would be best suited to a home with children aged 10 years and over. If you're looking for a handsome, affectionate greyhound who will happily lean on you for cuddles and companionship, Hercules is ready to become your loyal sidekick. Hercules has a sensitive trachea, so is required to be walked with a harness.
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Cowboy

3 years old

Cowboy is a handsome boy with a big heart and an even bigger zest for life. Sweet, friendly, and full of personality, he is an outgoing and confident boy who loves spending time with his people. Cowboy is affectionate, playful, and delightfully puppyish at times, often seeking eye contact and looking for ways to engage with those around him. He is eager to please and thrives on attention, especially when it comes in the form of a full-body scratch. When he's feeling excited, Cowboy has a quirky habit of gently mouthing hands as a way of expressing his enthusiasm. It's a playful and endearing behaviour, never intended to be rough or aggressive. Cowboy has experience living indoors and comes crate trained and toilet trained, making him well prepared for life in a home. He can be enthusiastic when heading out for a walk, but once his initial excitement has passed, he settles nicely and walks well on lead. Cowboy may suit a home with or without a canine companion of a similar size and would likely enjoy living with older children in their teenage years. With his loving nature, happy outlook, and entertaining personality, Cowboy is sure to bring plenty of smiles to his future family.
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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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Brasi

4 years old

Brasi is a bold and boisterous four-year-old boy who approaches life with boundless enthusiasm and a zest that is truly infectious. This confident, outgoing extrovert loves nothing more than launching into a set of zoomies, and his excitable, impulsive nature means there is never a dull moment when he is around. Brasi is a treat and toy enthusiast, and his friendly, energetic personality makes him an absolute joy to be around for those who can match his lively spirit. Brasi would thrive in an active home with a confident owner who can provide calm, consistent guidance — particularly on lead, where he can be a little erratic when excited. He may suit life as an only dog or alongside a similarly-sized canine companion and could potentially share his home with children aged 10 and older. One thing is non-negotiable though: Brasi needs a secure backyard where he can stretch those long legs, tear around to his heart’s content, and truly be himself.
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Atom ARP

5 years old

Atom is a stunning blue boy who is the sweetest, friendly, and affectionate boy you'll ever meet! He has his bags packed and can't wait for his forever home. Atom may suit living in a home with or without another medium or large canine companion and children aged 10 years and over. He may even suit living with full time workers, and should fit into most households easily.

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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Yaku

4 years old

Yaku is a sweet, friendly girl with a big personality and an even bigger love for people! Outgoing, confident, affectionate, and full of enthusiasm, she loves being involved in whatever her humans are doing. Whether she's soaking up attention, making new friends, or simply spending time by your side, Yaku is happiest when she's with her people. This lovable girl may suit a home on her own or with small, medium, or large canine companions. She may also be suitable to live with children aged 5 years and older.
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Marlowe

4 years old

Meet Marlowe, a confident and outgoing greyhound with a big personality and an even bigger love of treats! This handsome boy thrives on human interaction, often seeking eye contact to connect with his people and let you know he's ready for his next adventure. Marlowe would love an active home where he can be included in daily activities and enjoy plenty of enrichment and companionship. Best suited to a family with children aged 10+ or adults, he is not appropriate for apartment living or homes with elderly residents due to his enthusiasm and energy. Marlowe would be happiest as either an only dog soaking up all the attention or living with a compatible medium to large canine companion. If you're looking for a loyal, engaging, and confident best friend, Marlowe could be the perfect match. Marlow has an auto immune disease, called "Pannus". This affects his eyes, and is controlled with daily eye drops, which he is such a good boy to get!
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Nebbi ARP

3 years old

Nebbi is a truly stunning greyhound with a gentle soul and a quiet, thoughtful nature. Polite, sensible, and incredibly sweet, she prefers to take her time getting to know new people and can be anxious or timid in unfamiliar situations. She often seeks reassurance through soft eye contact and, while she can be touch-sensitive and a little tense at first, she tries her very best. Beneath her cautious exterior is a lovely companion waiting to blossom with someone who understands her need for patience and kindness.Once Nebbi feels safe and trusts her people, she warms up quickly and begins to enjoy affection and companionship. She is looking for a calm, understanding home where she can continue to build her confidence, either as an only dog or alongside a respectful canine friend of any size or breed. Nebbi may also suit a family with considerate children aged 10 years and older. For the right person, this drop-dead gorgeous girl will be a rewarding and deeply devoted companion who simply needs a little time to let her beautiful personality shine.

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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Chad ARP

2 years old

Chad is a handsome, confident greyhound with a heart as big as he is! Friendly, outgoing, and full of personality, this sweet boy loves being around people and will happily come when called. His adorable ears and striking light-coloured eyes make him impossible to resist. Chad may be happiest as an only dog or could potentially share his home with a medium to large canine companion. He may also be suitable to live with children aged 10 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 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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Penny

3 years old

Penny is a gorgeous young lady who turns heads wherever she goes, thanks to her stunning blue brindle colouring and beautiful, expressive eyes. Sweet, friendly, and full of personality, Penny is an outgoing and confident girl who loves being involved in whatever is happening around her. She has a happy, puppyish outlook on life, often seeking eye contact with her people and looking for opportunities to connect. With her constantly wagging tail and eager-to-please nature, Penny is a joy to spend time with and has a wonderful way of making everyone she meets smile. Penny’s personable and affectionate temperament means she is likely to fit well into a variety of homes. She may enjoy living with a canine companion of a similar size, but she would also be happy soaking up all the attention as the only dog. With her friendly nature and confidence, Penny is expected to suit a family with children aged 10 years and older who can enjoy her playful spirit and loving companionship.
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