Claire

Claire helps out at our Seymour location as an enrichment volunteer.

She’s always happy for a catch up and loves to update us on her recent fur-baby, previous helper dog, Stix. Claire has come along to behaviour days, workplace visits, and adoption days to represent GAP and sing the praises of greyhounds as pets

What’s your name, how do you volunteer with GAP, and when did you first start volunteering with us?

Hi my name is Claire and I volunteer at the Seymour location doing enrichment activities with the dogs. I also have been involved with a few community outreach events at various locations around the state. I have been volunteering with GAP for almost 4 years.

What made you decide to become a GAP volunteer?

I have volunteered at various other animal welfare organisations in the past and when my husband and I relocated close to Seymour I signed up to the next available induction day. I was aware of GAP from having seen them at The Royal Melbourne Show many years ago, and I liked the idea of helping transition a professional athlete to becoming a retired family member.

What’s your favourite part of being a GAP volunteer?

Greyhound ears! They are so soft. It’s also great being able to get a greyhound out of their kennel and take them for a walk around the Seymour location and let them sniff and pee and enjoy the sights. It’s also great having a chat with the staff, everyone is so lovely. We also had a fabulous foster fail, not a greyhound but one of the hard working helper dogs. STIX has been a wonderful addition to our home.

What’s your best story or memory from your time volunteering with us?

Going to the community events are a lot of fun. Everyone who comes and says hello seem to have a story about someone they know have a greyhound or they own one themselves and love to tell you about them and often will show you a picture of them. It’s also great when a person who is hesitant to approach the dogs then end up standing there and rubbing those greyhound ears.

What would you say to anyone thinking of volunteering with GAP?

Volunteering at GAP will improve your mood, nothing works better than a wagging tail. You also get to connect with people of similar interests. Also the knowledge that your assisting a greyhound move towards their forever home.

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Christina & Zack

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Mandy & Elley

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Courtney & Bont

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Marian & Quinn

Marian & Quinn

The handsome “Quinn” was my 14th foster and the excitement, challenge and reward of the experience is exactly the same with every foster I have had.

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Joy & Livia

Joy & Livia

I have been fostering Livia for six days, with the hope of adoption.

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Jessica

Jessica

I have been a foster carer with GAP for several years and just recently celebrated having my 10th foster, which is a milestone I’m so proud of.

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Pamela & Alex

Pamela & Alex

My husband Alex & I started fostering in December 2008 after attending a Christmas party at the GAP Seymour kennels, & I believe it to be one of the best decisions of our lives.

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Pam

Pam

Pam is one of our amazing foster carers and community engagement volunteers.

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Kym

Kym

Kym joined the GAP volunteer crew in 2022 after retiring, but her connection with greyhounds goes way back.

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Ruth

Ruth

Ruth has joined GAP at our Tullamarine kennels through enrichment volunteering, she’s fostered a few GAP greys, and is always ready to handle a hound at our adoption events.

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Ange

Ange

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

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Cliffy

4 years old

Cliffy is an affectionate greyhound with a big personality and an even bigger heart. He’s a people-focused boy who thrives on connection and will happily lean in for pats or follow you around to be part of whatever you’re doing. Excitable, enthusiastic, and confident, Cliffy greets life with curiosity and energy, making him a joy to watch as he settles into home life. He would do best as an only dog or with a calm, compatible canine companion where he can continue to build confidence and enjoy a consistent routine. Cliffy is best suited to a home with children aged 10+ who can respect his space and enthusiasm. He is not suited to homes with cats, elderly residents, or apartment living, as he will benefit from a secure yard and room to stretch out and relax. With the right environment and guidance, Cliffy will blossom into a loyal, affectionate companion who brings plenty of personality, fun, and love to his forever home. Cliffy has Osteoarthritis in his right hock, this isn't currently bothering him. Cliffy has 0% vision and has a condition called PRA. This doesn't require medicating and he seems to be getting along just fine without vision!
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Lizzie

5 years old

Lizzie is a friendly, outgoing five-year-old girl with a confident and charming personality. Affectionate and personable, she enjoys spending time with her people and is always ready for an adventure. While she loves companionship, Lizzie is also happy to entertain herself and is not overly demanding of attention. She walks well on lead, although she can occasionally show a stubborn streak, adding to her endearing character. With her youthful, puppyish enthusiasm and happy nature, Lizzie is a delight to be around. Lizzie has previously had some ear problems, which are currently resolved. With our home care advice, we have some helpful strategies to help reduce gunky ears in the future. Lizzie may be suited to a home as an only dog where she can enjoy being the centre of attention, or she could happily live with a like-minded medium or large dog. She is expected to do well in a family home with children aged five years and older who can enjoy her playful and affectionate nature. Lizzie is looking for a loving home that will appreciate her confidence, independence and fun-loving spirit. Lizze has successfully completed some further training in our onsite behavioural rehabilitation program and is now ready for adoption!
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Micky ARP

3 years old

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.

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Michigan ARP

1 years old

Michigan is a stunning girl that can be a little shy and puppyish to start but soon comes out of her shell and loves to lean on you for pats. She has beautiful eyes and will look up at you with so much love, you just won’t be able to resist her! We think she may suit a home with children that are savvy around large breeds and over 10 years, she may also suit living with another male companion of any size. 

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.

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Uganda ARP

5 years old

Are you looking for a quiet and sweet girl? Uganda might be the one for you! She can be a little shy when she first meets you but doesn’t take long to warm up. She is quiet and really wants to please her owners. She may suit living with children in their teens but would prefer to find a home with a canine companion of any size.

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.

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Bones

5 years old

Bones may carry a name that sounds a little spooky, but there is nothing frightening about this gentle 5-year-old boy — quite the opposite. Bones is a quiet, sweet soul with a warm and personable nature that wins people over almost instantly. He has a puppyish enthusiasm for life that sits alongside a natural calm, and he loves nothing more than leaning gently into his handler in a silent, affectionate hello. Friendly and easy-going, he is the kind of dog who simply makes you feel good to be around. On the practical side, Bones is a dream to manage — well-behaved on lead and easy to handle in every sense. He is a versatile boy when it comes to his future home and could settle happily as a solo dog or alongside a canine companion of a similar size. He would suit a household with children aged 10 and over who will appreciate his gentle, laid-back temperament. If you are looking for a loving, undemanding companion with just enough puppyish charm to keep you smiling, Bones might be exactly the boy you have been waiting for. Bones has successfully completed some further training in our on-site behavioural rehabilitation program (BRP) and is now ready for adoption!
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Pedro ARP

3 years old

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Pedro is a friendly, outgoing and confident greyhound with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Affectionate and personable, he loves spending time with his people and is always happy to make new friends. One of Pedro’s favourite things in the world is a good butt scratch, and he'll happily lean in for more when he finds the perfect spot! With his easy-going nature, Pedro may suit a home either as an only dog or with a medium to large canine companion. He could also thrive in a family with respectful children aged 10 years and over who are keen to share plenty of love, attention and cuddles with this charming boy.

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.

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King ARP

3 years old

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Kingis a handsome, friendly and incredibly personable greyhound whose goofy, larger-than-life personality is guaranteed to keep his family smiling. This tall, affectionate boy loves being part of the action and has a playful, puppyish side that shines through in his hilarious zoomies and quirky antics. While King can be a little anxious at times, he always tries his best and gains confidence with patient support from the people he loves. Full of character, charm and plenty of goofy moments, King may suit a home with or without a medium or large canine companion and could do well with respectful children aged 10 years and over who will appreciate his fun-loving spirit and kind heart.

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.

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Bruno ARP

4 years old

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Bruno is a handsome greyhound with a gentle soul and a heart full of affection. Quiet, polite, and incredibly sweet, he enjoys spending time with his people and wins friends wherever he goes with his calm, personable nature. Bruno is confident in many situations, but like many greyhounds, he can occasionally be a little unsure and looks to his trusted humans for reassurance and support.

Friendly and easy-going, Bruno may happily settle into a home as an only dog where he can soak up all the attention, or he may enjoy living alongside another dog of any size. His kind and gentle temperament also makes him a lovely companion for families with children aged 5 years and older. If you're looking for a loyal, affectionate friend with plenty of charm, Bruno could be the perfect match.

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.

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Flashy

6 years old

Flashy is a friendly, outgoing greyhound who loves being part of the action. Confident and full of personality, he enjoys making new friends and is always keen for a game with his favourite toys or a tasty treat. Flashy thrives on interaction and has a cheerful, enthusiastic nature that makes him a fun companion to have around. As an energetic young dog, he is still polishing his manners and will benefit from ongoing training, consistency and guidance to help him channel his enthusiasm in positive ways. Flashy is best suited to a home with adults or children aged 10 years and over who can comfortably manage his lively personality. He is not suitable for homes with elderly or frail people, cats, or apartment living. Flashy needs the company of another suitable canine companion and would do best with a confident, well-matched dog to share his home and adventures. He is not suited to living with older or fragile dogs. With continued training, plenty of enrichment and a canine friend by his side, Flashy will make a loyal, affectionate and entertaining addition to the right family. Flash had a hock fracture prior to entering GAP which is stable.
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