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24 March 2023

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Our kennels are bursting at the seams!

Our Christmas Foster campaign was so successful, we thought Easter might be another good time to ask you to open your homes to one of our lovely greyhounds so they can spend Easter in a home instead of our kennels.

The Easter holiday is a time for relaxation and fun, spent with family and friends. Our mission is to place as many of our greyhounds into homes for the holiday season to be a part of a family. Can you help?

We’re looking for all types of homes; full time workers, part time workers, families, medium/large dogs, or no other dogs. Unfortunately, we will not have greyhounds who are suitable to be living with cats, small dogs or in apartments.

We have our regular Melbourne foster runs happening every Wednesday and Saturday in April, with the last pick-up day being Wednesday 5th April from Sandown or Easter Saturday 8th April from Tullamarine.

Returns will need to be organised for the first week after Easter from the 15th April with the last return date being 22nd April.

Specific pick-up options are:

• Saturday 1st April, Sandown Greyhound Club, View Road Car Park, Springvale from 10:30am-11.00am
• Saturday 1st April, GAP Tullamarine, 444 Melrose Drive, Tullamarine from 1pm-1.30pm
• Wednesday 5th April, Sandown Greyhound Club, View Road Car Park, Springvale from 11.15am -11.45am
• Wednesday 5th April, GAP Tullamarine, 444 Melrose Drive, Tullamarine from 1pm-1.30pm
• Saturday 8th April, GAP Tullamarine, 444 Melrose Drive, Tullamarine from 10am-3.30pm

Specific return options are:

• Saturday 15th April, Sandown Greyhound Club, View Road Car Park, Springvale from 10:30am -11.00am
• Saturday 15th April, GAP Tullamarine, 444 Melrose Drive, Tullamarine from 1pm-1.30pm
• Wednesday 19th April, Sandown Greyhound Club, View Road Car Park, Springvale from 11.15am -11.45am
• Wednesday 19th April, GAP Tullamarine, 444 Melrose Drive, Tullamarine from 1pm-1.30pm
• Saturday 22nd April, Sandown Greyhound Club, View Road Car Park, Springvale from 10:30am -11.00am
• Saturday 22nd April, GAP Tullamarine, 444 Melrose Drive, Tullamarine from 1pm-1.30pm
• GAP Seymour, 298 Goulburn Valley Highway Seymour or Tullamarine by appointment Monday to Saturday 9am-3.45pm (if you choose this option, please let us know in the email your preferred date and time).

If you would like to help us out on our mission, please get in contact Christine at fostercare@grv.org.au and we’ll send you an Easter Foster Care Agreement to sign which contains a few questions to help us match you with the perfect Easter Egg-noodle dog.

All dogs going out to non-foster care volunteers and public will have passed their GAP assessments and will be ready for adoption.

How many fosters can we get into homes over Easter?

Let’s do this, friends!

Meet our dogs ready for adoption

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

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Lemon

1 years old

Meet Lemon, as cute as her name is! She is only a young girl being barely 2 years old, she is just a sweet delight and the first people to meet her will fall in love. She walks well on a lead and is mostly easy to handle. She enjoys treats, so we think she will be easily trained with her food motivation. She may suit living with or without a canine brother of any size (if a small dog they would be better if they are playful and robust) and children aged 10 years and older.
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Bridget ARP

2 years old

Meet the extremely pretty and super sweet young girl, Bridget! Bridget is a little anxious and unsure at times but recovers well and wants to please and looks lovingly into your eyes. Bridget may suit living with or without a canine friend of any size that is calm, she would like a quiet life, with older children and would ideally suit a home with a backyard.

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Colby

2 years old

Meet the puppy in an adult dog's body- Colby! Colby is very sweet, excitable and puppyish. He enjoys treats so we think that he will be easily trained. Colby is so very excited to find his forever home, and we think the moment you meet him you will fall in love with him with his soft nature and charm. Colby may suit living with or without a canine friend of any size and children aged 10 years and older. We think that Colby will do best in a home with a backyard to burn some of that puppyish energy out.
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Marsha

4 years old

Meet Marsha, a petite greyhound with a stunning coat and a personality to match! This sweet girl's got a lovely temperament – she's affectionate, wants to please, and is just a joy to be around. Marsha's a pretty girl who's looking for a home where she'll be loved and cherished. Marsha suits households with or without teenagers 15+, and she'd love to be the only dog or live with a canine companion who shares her gentle vibe. She's not suited to apartments, but loves having space to stretch her legs. If you're looking for a lovely, loving companion who's a bit of a sweetheart, Marsha might be the one! Marsha is not cat friendly.
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Rolley

4 years old

Meet Rolley! A handsome, friendly and affectionate boy with big floppy ears and a long curly tail. Rolley is personable, playful and a little bit puppyish, and he loves his toys. Rolley may suit living with medium or large dogs, and he may be suitable to live with kids 10+. He will need secure fencing over 5 ft to keep him safe. Rolley is a sweet, fun-loving boy who is ready to find his perfect home.
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Denver

5 years old

Meet Denver, a greyhound with a laidback personality that's perfect for a chill household – he's affectionate, calm, and always up for a snuggle. Denver's a bit cautious at times, but once he warms up, he's a loyal companion for life. Denver suits households with or without kids 10+, and he'd love to be the only dog or live with a medium to large dog who shares his relaxed vibe. He's a lovely lad who's looking for a forever home where he can feel safe and loved. If you're looking for a calm, loving companion who's always happy to chill, Denver might be the one! Denver is not cat friendly.
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Tarzen

4 years old

Meet Tarzen, the charming greyhound with a personality that's larger than life! This friendly boy's got a boisterous nature that's sure to keep you entertained – he's outgoing, playful, and always up for a good time. Tarzen's a bit of a handful at times, but he's got a heart of gold and is eager to learn. Tarzen suits households with or without kids 10+, and he'd love to be the only dog or live with a medium to large dog who shares his energetic vibe. He's not suited to apartments, but loves having space to run and play. If you're looking for a lively, loving companion who's always up for an adventure, Tarzen might be the one – just be prepared for a bit of training and patience as he learns his manners! Tarzen is not cat friendly.
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Teddy

4 years old

Tall, handsome and loves a cuddle. Teddy has recently come back from foster care and is ready for his new home. His foster carer he had started to learn what it is all about and he cant wait to find a home of his own. We think he may suit living with children 10 and over and medium or larger dogs for company.
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Miley

8 years old

Meet Miley, the party girl gone calm and loving! This social butterfly's got a heart that's full of love – she's affectionate, puppyish, and always wants to please. Miley's a sweet girl who loves to have fun, but she's also happy to chill and snuggle up for some quiet time. Miley's best suited to households with kids 5+ or no kids, and she'd love to be the only dog or live with a medium to large dog who shares her playful vibe. She's not into small dogs or cats, but big dog pals are totally welcome! Miley's completed her behavioural rehab and is ready to rock into her forever home – if you're looking for a fun-loving, loving companion who's a total sweetheart, Miley's the one!
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Corbin

4 years old

Meet Corbin. He is a quiet, calm, polite and sensible boy. Corbin is a sweet boy who wants to please. He has a curly tail and pretty face/chest markings. Corbin may be ok with kids 5+ and may be okay with medium and large dogs. Because of his beautiful nature he also may be suitable for apartment living.
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