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Ultimate Greyhound Survival Guide

Ultimate Greyhound Survival Guide

So, you’ve adopted (or are thinking of adopting) a greyhound. Congratulations! Here’s what you really need to know for survival in your new greyhound-controlled household.

Rule #1: The Couch is Theirs Now.

Don’t fight it. Just accept that your greyhound will claim the best seat in the house. Bonus points if they let you sit on their couch too.

Rule #2: Your Food is Their Food (In Their Mind).

Greyhounds are experts in the ancient art of the “long-nose sneak.” Watch out for counter surfing—it only takes a second for a snack to disappear!

Rule #3: Personal Space? Never Heard of It.

Greyhounds will follow you everywhere. Bathroom trips? Not solo anymore. Going to bed? Expect a cold nose on your pillow at some point.

Rule #4: Walks May Include Sudden Stops.

If your greyhound freezes mid-walk, they are not broken. They are simply processing life. Give them a moment. Maybe offer a treat. Then try again.

Rule #5: Fetch is a Human Sport.

Throw a ball, and your greyhound will watch it go. Maybe once, for fun. Then they’ll expect you to fetch it. Adjust expectations accordingly.

Bonus Rule: They Will Steal Your Heart.

You might think you’re adopting a greyhound, but the truth is—they’re adopting you. Get ready for the most loving, quirky, and couch-hogging companion you’ve ever had!

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Puddles

5 years old

Puddles is not only gorgeous but after his initial enthusiasm and excitement, he settles down and is quite a chilled dog. He is a friendly boy to all he meets. Puddles loves travelling in the car and is up for many road trips with his family. Puddles may suit living with or without a canine pal of medium/large in size and children aged 10 years and older. Sorry no apartments for Puddles.
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Stella

4 years old

Meet the gorgeous Stella! Stella came into GAP with her sister Lumens and are both looking for their forever homes. Stella is not only gorgeous on the outside, but she is just as beautiful on the inside too! Her favourite thing are treats but her close favourite thing is her people, she shows her love for people by putting her paws up on your chest for a cuddle. Stunning Stella is looking for a home with or without a canine pal of similar size and children aged 10 years and older. Due to her active nature, she wouldn't be suitable to live in an apartment. Stella was noted to have inflammation of the sclera in her right eye. Her tear production in this eye was significantly reduced. She was started on medication to improve tear production. The tear production was recently measured as being normal
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Marley ARP

5 years old

Marley 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. Marley has a low-grade heart murmur, which doesn't require medicating, or affect her day-to-day life.
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Prosper

5 years old

Meet the introverted and quiet boy, Prosper. Prosper is quite the lazy hound, after a short stroll around the block he is happy to sleep the day away. He has got a lovely shiny coat that looks glossy in the sun, just like you can see in his picture. He may be best in a home with children aged 10 years and older and may suit living with or without a canine pal of any size. He would do best in a home with a yard of any size, and we are happy to report that he can already walk up and down stairs, which some greyhound cannot.
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Pickle

10 years old

Pickle's race name was "Golden Sunrise" but he hopes he can share his golden sunset years with you. He is a lovely, quiet, gentle old man who is perfect on lead and easy to manage. He wants to please everyone he meets and will look up at you and straight into your soul with his big brown eyes. Pickle may be happy to live in a home with children aged 5 years + as long as they are gentle with this old boy. He may suit living with or without another medium or large canine companion and full time workers. If you are looking for the perfect, experienced, and quiet boy, don't overlook Pickle! Pickle has successfully completed some further training in our onsite Behavioural Rehabilitation Program and is now ready for adoption!
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Ballerina ARP

5 years old

Meet Ballerina, a sweet and pretty greyhound with a touch of elegance. This affectionate girl loves being around her people and has a quirky delight – she loves playing in water! Ballerina's a bit cautious of strangers, but once you've earned her trust, she's a loyal companion. She's made great progress after completing behavioural rehabilitation training. Ballerina suits adult-only homes with no elderly people or apartments, please! She'd love to be the only dog or live with a medium to large dog, but no small dogs or cats, thanks! If you're looking for a lovely companion who's affectionate and playful, Ballerina's your girl!
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Prince

4 years old

Between his white gloves and fancy dance (zoomie) moves, this guy definitely is in the running as the PRINCE of pop! Prince is a bundle of joy and love, he has a heart of gold with a goofy personality to match it. Prince loves few things more than a playtime that ends in a cuddle sesh. This boy may enjoy having a medium or large canine backup dancer, or to be the star of the show as a solo act in his forever home. Prince has recently undertaken some extra lessons to learn how to dance nicely with other dogs and is ready to hit the stage! Due to his energetic act Prince needs a home with an active lifestyle and backyard so he can show off all his favourite moves. His higher energy also means he may be best suited to a home with children 10 and over. Is your home the stage Prince has been looking for?
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King

5 years old

This is King, an outgoing greyhound with a quirky personality. This affectionate boy's enthusiastic about life, always up for an adventure, and not afraid to show his enthusiastic side. King's a great fit for an active household where he can get plenty of attention and exercise. King may suit households with kids 10+ or adults who can keep up with his playful energy – no small dogs, cats, or old/frail people please! A backyard to stretch his legs and a robust dog companion (medium to large) may be best suited if he's not the only dog. If you're looking for a fun-loving, loyal companion who's always up for a laugh, King's your guy!
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Thomas ARP

4 years old

Thomas (known as Tommy to his friends) is a calm and easy-going boy. He is outgoing without being overwhelming, he is affectionate and friendly.  Thomas may be suitable to live with children aged 10+, and he may be suitable to live with small, medium or large dogs. If your looking for a calm, affectionate boy, Thomas could be the PAWfect addition to your family.

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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Opal

4 years old

Meet Opal, an outgoing greyhound with a playful, puppyish energy that's infectious 😊. This active boy's always up for a game and loves to get moving – he's a great fit for an active household. Opal's made great progress after completing behavioural rehabilitation training and is ready for a forever home. Opal suits households with kids 10+ or adults who can keep up with his energetic vibe – no apartments or elderly people, please! He'd love to be the only dog or live with a medium to large dog who shares his playful energy. No small dogs or cats, thanks! If you're looking for a fun-loving companion who's always up for an adventure, Opal's your guy! Opal entered GAP with a history of previous carpal injury or has been assessed as having a prior injury on examination. He bears weight on this limb but without restriction or discomfort on full movement of the wrist.
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