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15 May 2023
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GAP: Standing on the shoulders of giants
If there’s one thing greyhound owners love talking about, it’s greyhounds. Their own, the one’s they’ve seen, other people’s, what to dress them in… there’s seemingly endless conversation about these long-dogs. Greyhound Adoption Program volunteers take this to the next level; they can’t wait to tell others about the wonders of having a grey in their home.
Spreading the good word about the breed is just one aspect of the work of volunteers at GAP, however. The dedicated team also give their time to all of the other aspects of ensuring our greys are cared for and given the chance to transform from a racing life to a life full of new experiences, new sounds, new people and other breeds.
GAP Volunteer Manager Kaz Desborough is in awe of their devotion. “When our dogs need to be walked around the property at Tullamarine or Seymour, we know the job is in reliable hands. When we need assistance at an event to represent GAP and promote the breed, the elite team is on the job.”
“If the greyhound requires training, socialisation or some fostering care for a few weeks, again it’s the volunteers who are ready to devote their time.”
“National Volunteers Week is a chance to highlight their incredible work, but for GAP every week is volunteer’s week. Our dogs love them every day of the year, and we just couldn’t provide the service we do without these amazing people. In fact, GAP wouldn’t be the world’s leading greyhound adoption program without our volunteers.”
“Our volunteers are our giants. ‘Appreciation’ doesn’t seem an adequate word. GAP relies on them and couldn’t do it without them. If our greyhounds could talk, they would agree” she said.
“From all at GAP, our resounding thanks from the bottom of our hearts.”
Meet our dogs ready for adoption
All greyhounds adopted from GAP are de-sexed, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed and health checked.
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Jacko ARP
Jacko's dream is to be in a home witha family that can include him all of their activities; he is up for camping,going to the café, beer garden, local markets, you name it! He loves nothingmore than human attention and affection. He may suit living with another dog ofsimilar size or if living as an only dog may need to have some training earlyon to learn to be home alone. He may suit living with children aged 10 yearsand older.
Boppy ARP
Are you ready to get Boppy!! Cause this sweet girl is ready to take on life with her own family and show them what having fun is all about. Boppy is an affectionate and happy girl that thinks life is GREAT! She cant wait to have many adventures in her new home with possibly some side kicks (children 10 and over) or just a fun loving owner that is wanting to get out and about and “Bop” around. We also think she may suit living with another medium or larger male dog companion and full time workers.
Zoom ARP
How adorable is Zoom? She is a lovely, quiet and sweet girl who thinks the world is a bit of a scary place. She will be looking for someone special who can show her the way and help her to build her confidence. She really tries hard to please so we think she will flower into a lovely dog. Zoom might be best suited to a quieter home with no children, however she may suit full time workers.
Xinji ARP
Xinji (pronounced Shin-jee) is a lovely young girl who has a world of love to give you. She can be a bit of a worrier and can be shy when she first meets you, but with a little bit of time and patience, we know she will blossom into a wonderful companion. She walks well on the lead and will be looking for a quiet household to settle into. She may be happy living with or without another canine companion of any size, though she would prefer having access to a backyard. She may also suit full time workers and living with children aged in their teens.