From Track to Home: Part 3: Finding Their Perfect Match – Welcome Home
We’ve followed a greyhound’s journey from retirement (Part 1), through their time settling in and getting to know our team at GAP (Part 2), and now we reach the part everyone’s been waiting for: finding the right family and bringing a greyhound home for good.
Matchmaking, GAP-style
By the time a greyhound is ready for adoption, our team has built a genuinely detailed picture of who they are: their energy levels, their quirks, what kind of household they’d thrive in, and any special considerations an adopter should know about. This is the information we use to help match each dog with the right adopter, rather than simply pairing whoever walks through the door with whichever dog is available. Every adopter is different too. Some are after a low-energy companion who’s happy to nap the day away in an apartment. Others want an adventurous walking buddy, or a gentle, patient dog who’ll fit seamlessly into a busy family household with kids. Getting to know both the dog and the prospective home means we can make recommendations that set everyone up for a lasting, happy relationship, not just a successful first meeting.
Meeting your match
If you’ve applied to adopt, our team will talk you through which greyhounds we think could be a good fit based on your lifestyle, living situation, and experience with dogs. You’ll have the opportunity to meet the dog (or dogs) we suggest, see how you get along, and ask any questions you have about their personality, history, or care needs. For greyhounds in our Assisted Rehoming Program (ARP), the process looks a little different: once GAP has behaviourally and medically assessed these dogs, they remain with their racing owners until an adopter has been confirmed, at which point they’re brought back into GAP’s care specifically to be matched with that adopter. It’s simply another pathway to the same outcome, the right dog, in the right home.
Adoption day and beyond
When everything lines up, adoption day arrives – and with it, the official start of a greyhound’s new life as a family pet. Every greyhound adopted from GAP comes desexed, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed, and health checked, so you can focus on the fun part: helping your new best friend settle into their forever home. Of course, adoption day isn’t really the end of the journey either – it’s just the start of the next, much longer chapter. Our resource hub is full of practical guides covering everything from feeding and exercise through to introducing your greyhound to other pets, so you’ve got support every step of the way.
Ready to meet your match?
If you’ve enjoyed following this series and you’re ready to take the next step, head over to our available dogs page to meet the greyhounds currently looking for their forever home. You can also read more heart-warming adoption stories from families who’ve already found their perfect match. Got questions about the adoption process? Give the GAP team a call on (03) 5799 0166 – we’re always happy to help.
Previously: Part 1 – Retirement: A Well-Earned Next Chapter | Part 2 – Settling In at GAP: Health, Care & Getting to Know Them
Meet our dogs ready for adoption
All greyhounds adopted from GAP are de-sexed, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed and health checked.

Stacey

Tammy

Reginald

Flashy
George

Whisper

Mary ARP
Mary is an absolute sweetheart and the beauty to match! This gorgeous girl is friendly, outgoing and full of enthusiasm. She loves being around people, is incredibly affectionate and has a fun, puppyish nature that shines through. Mary is playful, boisterous and very excitable. She can be quite jumpy when she’s happy, often greeting people with a LOT of enthusiasm. She will need a home with a secure backyard where she can burn off some energy. Mary may besuited to live as an only dog or may be suitable to live with medium or large dogs. She also may be suitable to live with a family that have older children aged 15+. Due to her energetic nature, she is not suitable to live with elderly people or dogs. With the right home, Mary’s fun-loving personality will make her a wonderful and entertaining companion.
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.

Jed ARP
Jed is a handsome and affectionate greyhound with a sweet, friendly nature and a real love of people. Personable and easy to spend time with, he enjoys being close to his handlers and has an endearing habit of leaning gently against you for comfort and companionship. With his kind heart and loving personality, Jed quickly wins over everyone he meets.
While Jed is generally social, he can sometimes feel a little worried around unfamiliar breeds of dog, so he would benefit from thoughtful introductions and would be best avoiding off-lead parks or busy areas where dogs may rush up to him. He may suit living with polite dogs of any size who will respect his space and could also be a wonderful companion for a family with children aged 5 years and older. With understanding and support, Jed will reward his new family with loyalty, affection and plenty of gentle cuddles.
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.

Lou Lou ARP
This beautiful 5-year-old girl is as sweet as she is pretty. Friendly, social and outgoing, she loves being around people and greets life with confidence and enthusiasm. Her personable nature and very affectionate personality make her a wonderful companion, whether she's joining you on an adventure or simply enjoying some quality time by your side. She also walks beautifully on lead, making daily strolls together an absolute pleasure.
With her easy-going and loving temperament, she may suit living as an only dog where she can soak up all the attention, or with a compatible male dog of any size. She would likely do best in a home with respectful children aged 10 years and older. Full of charm, affection and companionship, this lovely brindle girl is ready to become a treasured member of a lucky family.
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.

Ricey ARP
Ricey is a handsome 4-year-old boy with a friendly and personable nature. While he enjoys the company of people and forms lovely connections with those he trusts, Ricey is more of an introvert at heart and can be anxious in unfamiliar situations. Despite this, he always tries hard to be brave, taking things in his stride and showing a quiet determination as he navigates the world around him.
Ricey would likely thrive in a patient and understanding home that allows him to build confidence at his own pace. He may suit living as an only dog, where he can enjoy plenty of one-on-one attention, or with a confident medium or large canine companion. Ricey may also be suited to a home with respectful children aged 10 years and older. With kindness, routine and support, this sweet-natured boy will make a loyal and rewarding companion.
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.


