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30 April 2025

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The greys are (still) going viral…!

The appeal of the greyhound as a pet has been evident for years now, and last weekend’s National Greyhound Adoption Day once again demonstrated they’re in demand.

Victoria’s Greyhound Adoption Program attracted another huge crowd to The Meadows track, where 31 beauties found their new besties!

For the month – when adoption fees were waived, and free food was provided – around 120 Victorian homes added a grey to their family unit.

That’s 120 lounging, loyal longdogs who have found their way into hearts and minds, and already we have the photos to prove it.

GAP’s Facebook page (GreyhoundAdoptionProgramVIC) is full of wonderful stories and photos, all of them talking about how well the new additions are fitting in.

It’s just what greyhounds do!

National Adoption Month may be close to over, but that doesn’t mean the adoptions have; there are still greys looking for a spot on your floor… have a look at the website here to see who is available now.

Meet our dogs ready for adoption

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

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Socks

2 years old

Socks is one of the loveliest little girls you will ever meet! She is super sweet, personable, affectionate, and loves everyone she meets! She has had her leg amputated whilst at GAP and she has dealt with it like a champion! The only thing that really slows her down is stairs (but that's completely understandable!) Socks will be looking for a home with or without another canine companion of any size and children aged 5 years and over. She would prefer a home with a backyard, but may suit an older owner. If you have a 3 legged-shaped hole in your heart, please consider taking this absolutely adorable girl!
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Sins

5 years old

Meet Sins, a greyhound who's a saint in disguise 😊. Despite his name, this boy's a total sweetheart – calm, handsome, and affectionate, with a gentle soul. Sins loves people and is always up for a snuggle, making him a great companion. Sins suits households with kids 10+ or adult-only homes, and he'd love to be the only dog or live with a canine companion who shares his laid-back vibe – no cats, please. If you're looking for a loving, low-key companion who's a total sweetie, Sins is your guy 🌳. Sins has Bilateral Retinal Atrophy (right eye worse then left). Right eye - early cataract development in lens secondary to retinal degeneration
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Yukon

7 years old

Yukon is just a lovely as the place in Canada. Yukon is just a delight in many ways, she is quiet, polite and sensible and walks well on a loose lead. She may suit those who are looking for a greyhound for the very first time. Don't let her age be a barrier for you adopting her, she has plenty of years left in her. She may suit living with or without a canine friend of medium or large in size and due to her calm nature, she may suit living with young children and in an apartment.
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Amy

3 years old

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Meet Amy. She is a sweet and friendly girl with a bright, happy personality. She’s outgoing and confident, and loves being around people. Amy has an affectionate charm and is always eager to please. She loves pats and will even give you a kiss back. Amy may suit living in a home with kids 10+ and may be suitable to live with medium or large dogs. She has a unique heart condition and requires daily medication, though this condition doesn't stop her in her tracks and everyday doggie fun.
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Katelyn ARP

4 years old

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Katelyn is a lovely, sweet and confident girl who is so excited for her forever home that she has her bags packed! She may be happy to live in a home with or without another robust medium or large canine companion and children aged 10 years or older. She may be happy to live with full time workers.

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Vinny

6 years old

Meet Vinny, a handsome fawn boy with a personality to match. Vinny has a friendly and outgoing nature. He is confident, enjoys being around people and is very affectionate. Vinny is also a bit of a boof, which adds to his charm. He may be suitable to live with medium or large dogs and may also be suitable to join a family with children aged 10+. Vinny has a hygroma on his elbow. The are easy to care for with soft bedding in the home
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Marley ARP

5 years old

Are you looking for a mature greyhound who may be happy to live with a smaller dog? Marley might be your lady! She is super sweet, friendly, and outgoing, and has all the love to give. Marley may be happiest in a home with children 10 years and over and might suit living with full time workers.

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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Mr D ARP

6 years old

Hi! I’m Mr D! What’s that you say!? I’m handsome? Well, there is so much more to love about me than my handsome looks but ill point out my shiny coat, awesome pointy ears and a tail that winds up like a helicopter but most importantly I am a real sweet, friendly and fun boy that is always up for an adventure. I think I might be ok to live with children 10 and over or maybe even another medium or larger play buddy!

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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Gus (Bonded with Oran)

6 years old

This is Gus (green collar). He is Oran's emotional support boyfriend who she absolutely adores. Gus is a super outgoing boy who is always smiling and happy to see you! He is the first to meet you in the morning and loves cuddles. Unlike Oran who is an introvert, Gus is a massive extrovert! He has spent some time in an adoptive home and a foster home and he has done really well. Both Gus and Oran have been waiting a long time for their forever home and they would absolutely love to find a couch for Christmas. Have you got a Gus and Oran sized hole in your heart that needs filling? Gus and Oran will be looking for a quiet home with no children, but may be ok for full time workers. Gus is not cat tolerant.
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Oran (bonded with Gus)

3 years old

Oran (pink collar) is a super sweet but shy girl who has come along way since entering GAP. She has been out to foster care a couple of times so has some experience living in a home. She has bonded to Gus who is her emotional support friend, so they will be both looking for a home together. Oran is toilet trained, walks perfectly on the lead, and is super quiet. She knows how to walk up and down stairs well and travels nicely in the car. She does get worried in new situations and will be looking for a quiet home with no children as she finds them a bit scary! During her foster period, Oran has developed a liking for watching TV, so she hopes her forever home will have a double seater couch that she and her boyfriend Gus can sleep on and live her life in luxury. She may be happy to live with full time workers. Are you ready to fill that massive Gus and Oran sized hole in your heart? Oran is not cat tolerant.
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