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.

It’s a big month for Nathan Murphy in more ways than one.

National Greyhound Adoption Month launched like a 16-speed rocket on Saturday in Victoria, when GAP’s ‘greylight savings’ event saw 16 long-dogs head off home with their new families.