Feeding Your Greyhound
Greyhounds have a fast metabolism and need a special high fat, high protein diet. Find out how often to feed them, what to look for in food, what to avoid, and how to keep them hydrated.
How often should I feed my greyhound?
Greyhounds are generally most content when fed twice per day in roughly equal amounts. It is recommended that you feed your greyhound in the morning and in the evening. Your greyhound may still be in fit 'racing condition' at the time of adoption and may need to gain some weight. Ideally you should be able to feel your greyhound's ribs but not see them.
What should I feed my greyhound?
Complete dry foods are often an effective and efficient way of feeding, and ensure your greyhound gets all the nutrients, vitamins and minerals required to be healthy. Look for a premium brand that contains around 26% protein and a minimum of 15% fat, and lists meat as the first ingredient.
Cheaper brands tend to have cereals as the main ingredient, while mid-range brands have meat by-products as the main ingredient.
Follow the feeding instructions on the packaging according to the weight of your dog but adjust the amount based on your greyhound's condition. Often greyhounds find dry food easier to swallow if it's been soaked in some warm water.
What should I avoid feeding my greyhound?
Greyhounds should never be fed cooked bones as these can splinter and cause serious health issues.
Canned dog foods are generally not recommended as they tend not to agree with the greyhound digestive system and often result in diarrhea and/or flatulence.
You can find more infomration on foods to avoid in this resource: gap.grv.org.au/resources/foods-to-avoid
And what about hydration?
Fresh water should be available for your greyhound at all times. Never leave your greyhound without water.
Some greyhounds play with their water dishes and might tip them over, so make sure they're a non-tip design!
Important stuff
As with all large breeds of dog, exercise, drinking excessive amounts of water around meal times should be avoided to prevent a condition commonly called 'bloat' (gastric dilation and volvulus, GDV or gastric torsion).
This is a life-threatening condition which can result in death within a few hours if untreated. Symptoms include a swollen abdomen, gagging, restlessness, rapid pulse and breathing. If you suspect bloat you MUST take your greyhound to a veterinarian immediately (day or night).
Prevention of bloat includes the following:
- Not feeding large amounts of food in one session – spread food over two smaller meals
- Not exercising your greyhound for at least an hour before and an hour after eating; ensuring water is readily available at all times so the greyhound does not gulp down large amounts of water at one time
- Purchase special bowls including obstacles to slow eating if your greyhound is a rapid eater
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All greyhounds adopted from GAP are de-sexed, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed and health checked.
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Henry ARP
Henry might look like a mini horse but he is one of the most gentle giants you will meet. Henry is a quiet and polite young man who is theright height to nuzzle your hand for a pat, keep an eye on your pockets thoughbecause if there is something delicious in there he might just sniff it out! Wethink Henry may suit living with children 5 and over and with or withoutanother canine friend of any size (just no old or frail friends as he likes tohave a play!). Henry may be ok for full time workers.
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Cynthia ARP
Cynthia is a pretty and personable 6 year old girl whose puppy days are well and truly behind her. Sweet-natured and affectionate, she enjoys the company of people and has a gentle charm that is easy to fall in love with. While she can be anxious at times, Cynthia always tries hard to be brave, approaching new situations with quiet determination and doing her best to navigate the world around her.
As a mature lady, Cynthia appreciates a calm and understanding environment where she can feel safe and supported. With patience and kindness, her confidence continues to grow, allowing her sweet personality to shine through. Cynthia is a lovely companion who would reward her future family with loyalty, affection and plenty of gentle companionship.
This dog is part of our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP). ARPdogs are kept with their racing owners until they find an adoptive home, atwhich point they are brought back into GAP. This means that should you beinterested in adopting this dog, we are bringing the dog into GAP on theunderstanding that you will be adopting them. As such, you will not be able tomeet any other dogs, as you otherwise would be able to.
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Micky ARP
Micky is a handsome and affectionate greyhound with a calm and gentle nature. This sweet boy loves spending time with his people, seeking eye contact and wanting to please. While he can be relaxed and quiet, Micky does have a puppyish side and likes to stretch his legs with zoomies. He also loves treats and has shown interest in bird watching and believes that backyard zoomies are more fun with a bird nearby. He is looking for a home with a secure backyard. He would suit being an only dog or he may be suitable to live with medium or large canine companions. Micky may also be suitable to live with children aged 5 and over.
This dog is part of our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP). ARP dogs are kept 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 them. As such, you will not be able to meet any other dogs, as you otherwise would be able to.