Greyhounds for Adoption

All GSN greyhounds are desexed, vaccinated, micro-chipped, wormed, heartworm tested and health checked.
Our greyhounds live in foster homes up until the time you adopt them, as this provides you with a well socialised pet.
For further information on any of our greyhounds, please ​​complete our On-line Application

 Our Grey of the Month:  Gracie - aged 2

Sponsored by Jan and Joe Epstein
in memory of Jack, Stella and Sheba
Hi, I’m Gracie and you can see from my pics that I’m very pretty, with a lovely shiny black coat! I’m a playful girl and my favourite game is to carry my toys around the house. I find it such fun to play and wrestle toys with my foster mate, and then we both collapse on the couch for a big snooze.
I’m a very gentle and affectionate gal, so I’m always seeking cuddles from my foster mum.

I enjoy traveling in the car and can jump in myself! I’m very well behaved when I'm out on walks and I’m friendly with all the dogs I meet - whether they are small or big ones. I really enjoy meeting new people, but I keep forgetting that I’m not supposed to jump up on them – but I’m sure I’ll soon get the hang of that.
My mum says I’m such a wonderful girl that I would suit most homes, but if it’s a family I would be better with older children. She thinks I might be okay as a solo dog, but I know I would really love having a playmate! Can you give me lots of cuddles?
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Red - aged 2                                           

Red thinks that giving you a stare with his beautiful eyes will make you realise what a great pet he will make in YOUR home!

Red is turning into a very good pet and has adjusted well to living in his foster home. He has become better mannered and patient with his food – waiting for his foster-mate to get hers first and taking a little bit more time to eat his own. We know Red is pretty smart as he mastered using a dog-door from his first day in foster-care, and has had zero toileting accidents. He is friendly with people and fine with other dogs he meets.

He now sometimes pulls on his lead during walks as he is starting to anticipate the enjoyment of exploring places. He has had a couple of walks along shopping strips – and the first time he was a little timid, but the next time he realised he could ignore the traffic and was more relaxed to take it all in.

Red was born blind in one eye, but that doesn't seem to bother or affect him at all!
Red will be available for adoption in late June.
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While all dogs have very individual personalities, male greyhounds are usually as sweet, affectionate and loyal as females.

Vixen – nearly 8

Sponsored by Rosemary D
Vixen is one of our senior ladies. She hasn’t had much in her life, so she is looking for someone who will love her as much as she wants to love them.

She is a good eater and still needs a little feeding up. Vixen is good on out on walks. She can be a bit anxious around other dogs at first, but generally settles down with them. We think Vixen would probably be best as an only dog or with a really cruisy dog who won’t get in her face.

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 Jack - aged 3                            

Sponsored by Jack Vanni
Jack is a beautiful and elegant, black boy with a very joyful and loving personality. He is a confident and affectionate dog, who treats everyone he meets like his new best friend!
 
Jack is quite an active greyhound and likes to play with other dogs. He loves his food and sleeps through night inside.
He would suit a more active family, perhaps with teenagers.
He would not be suitable for older person (or around very young children) as he may bowl them over in his sheer enthusiasm! Jack would most suit a home where he is a solo dog.
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If you're looking for a super friendly companion who doesn't mind being left home alone during the day, but will shower you in love when you get home, then I'm the boy for you!
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Dancer - aged 8                     

Sponsored by Katelyn Wilson
Hi, I’m Dancer and if you pick up my leash for a walk I will do a little prancing-dancing with the excitement of going out! I’m a ready-made pet, as I’ve lived in a home and know all that pet stuff about being toilet trained etc. In fact I’m extremely well behaved and settled when inside - I just want to curl up near wherever you are and keep you company!
 
I’m an attractive dark brindle girl with a very happy personality. I’ll enjoy your companionship and wag my tail every time you pay me any attention. In fact I really like people and I'm always uber-friendly to all the visitors I meet in my home!
I think age is 'all in the mind' and I’ve been told that I’m quite active for mine – but not in an annoying way like maybe some of those young punks on this website page. I walk well on leash - if you want to power walk I have a great steady trot, but if you prefer a genteel walk, I'll slow and wont pull. I really love going out anywhere and will jump straight into the car and settle down for the ride.
 
I’ve lived as a solo dog and I’m currently in a foster-home with another greyhound, so either situation would suit me, although I’m not so good with smaller dogs.
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Patch - aged 9

Sponsored by Lenny and the girls
If Patch were a human, she would be Doris Day; she's so pretty and happy that everyone just loves her. She is a little, bouncy, confident girl, super keen to meet new dogs and people. She instantly wants to play and no one believes me that she's 9!

It looks like dog beds, sleeping inside and walks are all new experiences for her, but she has embraced them all, and finally found her way to the couch. Her most favourite position is upside down with all four paws in the air. She has a very enthusiastic circular tail-wag to say hello, but doesn't jump up and isn't boisterous. She gives you a little shy lick on the hand to express her love, and is always keen for pats; so much so that she wriggles closer and closer; and sometimes gets stuck under the couch as a result!

Patch is really calm, and content to be alone during the day while you're at work. When you come back home, she's always so excited to see you and goes for a little run up and down the hallway to welcome you. She is very settled at night, which starts for her at about 9pm, and goes through to whenever you wake up; sometimes I've slept in til 9am and she's been sound asleep too! She's never had an accident indoors, and copes with all the usual greyhound issues: glass doors, slippery floors, loud noises, with total calm and good cheer. I think she might just be the perfect pet!
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Matty - aged nearly 5                  Special Needs
Matty has recently gone into fostercare and his foster mum tells us that he is just a sweetheart - a cuddly, affectionate boy who walks beautifully on a lead and travels well in the car. He also gets along well with the two foster-greyhounds in his home and has just learnt to play with toys.

GSN is currently treating Matty for a condition called Pemphigus, which is an auto immune disease that at the moment is giving him a sore nose. His foster mum is putting a cream on his nose every day. There is no cure, but stress can cause outbreaks of this condition, so we feel that it will settle once he gets over the big adjustment from kennels to pet life.

He loves his food and is getting 3 meals a day to fatten him up!
Matty will be available for adoption in late July.
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Sandi - aged 5                  

Sponsored by Bevan & Angela Looney
Sandi is my new name, when I was racing they called me "Simple" which is pretty apt really because I like the simple things in life, a comfy bed, cuddles, and food. Pretty simple!
I'm currently living with a family, they have little kids and I love them. I’m very good as I don't jump up, which they seem to be happy with, but I do get excited around them. They also have dogs, not an elegant beauty like me, weird looking dogs, but I love them just the same, we play until we are exhausted.

I walk super well on the lead and nothing fazes me. I’m a good car traveller as I am happy to jump in and I relax super quick. I love my dinner – good eater! I'm a beautiful girl who is house trained, and will just love you all day. I can sleep on the floor, but I have also found the beds, and even the couch. I LOVE it! And these humans that live in my home keep saying; "don't get too comfortable, you don't live here". Seriously, I don't want to stay here, they took me to a "dog show" the other day, it was crazy with all the dogs prancing around a ring, but no one was running super fast! Weird! I had to meet all these different dogs, and of course I was nice to them all, but secretly I was laughing at them.

I'm super friendly and promise I will make the most perfect Pet in your life!
Oh, and my sister Zounee is also looking for a home - if you prefer brindles!
[Sandi was at the Dog Lovers Show on Friday 5th May at the GSN stand].
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Vicki - aged 4                                         

Sponsored by Brett and Barbara
​Vicki must have read the greyhound manual about greys being lounge lizards and that is the preferred place of this sweet and very gentle lady, who would probably best suit a household that was not too rowdy.

Vicki’s foster-carer says "she is the epitome of a gentle dog and an absolute delight to have in our lives. She is a very low maintenance dog who loves a cuddle on the couch. I would have no hesitation recommending her to any family - she is such a kind natured animal, she would thrive around anyone from children (over 7yo) to the elderly.  She is good on lead, just loves her food and like all greyhounds is a great sleeper!
Vicki adapted to our home almost instantaneously and has showed us much respect and affection ever since. She is a gentle and beautiful gal that goes unfazed by - pretty much everything (loud noises, other animals, new people, etc.). She loves to be petted and praised, and is affectionate and eager to spend time with you. We absolutely love her."
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Stella - aged 3                                 

Stella has just gone into foster care, so stay tuned for more information on her.






Stella will be available for adoption in late July.
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Angel - aged 5½             

Sponsored by Lenny and the girls
​Angel by name, Angel by nature. What an absolutely beautiful girl. Angel fitted into our household really well and so fast. She is such a gentle soul and loves to rest her head on your lap for a bit of a smooch. She found her spot on the couch as soon as she walked into the house and pretty much hasn't left since. Whenever someone enters the room, her big tail wags and she is always happy to say hello.
 
Angel has been living with a medium sized dog who she loves to go on walks with. She is comfortable having a good sniff around while out and about and walks very well on a lead. She can be a little bit shy and unsure when other dogs approach her, but this is improving. Being so gentle and sweet, we feel she would be suitable for any household.
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Lady - aged 5                               

Lady whose other name is "Premier Malt" may look a little older due to a few gray hairs, but she definitely acts much younger than her 5 years.

She is just a lovely girl who will make a great companion for someone. She is happy with other dogs for company so perhaps is not suited as an only dog. Like so many of the older gals she is just about perfect.

Would like to invite this Premier Lady into your home?

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Cissy - aged 3                              

Hi, my name is Cissy but at my foster home they call me “CC” or “Cece”. But I don’t mind what I’m called, because I’m pretty chilled about everything.  I keep hearing lots of praise from my foster mum because I was “toilet trained from day one”, despite never having been in a house before. And let me tell you about the comforts of a home - I LOVE the couch and do roachies on my back all the time, I sleep through the night, I adore my humans and love pats and hugs and kisses.
I try to be gentle, even when I’m excited, and I’m not dominant or aggressive in any way. I am really good with children, I’m not a big eater, although if I happen to be walking by the kitchen and there’s cheese on the menu, I won’t mind taking a piece if it’s offered to me. The car is great – I just lie right on down and anticipate the destination without getting up until the car has stopped. I won’t say I like being left alone without humans but I’ll tolerate it and be a good girl if I must. I love my walkies (all those smells and sights everywhere – it’s so exciting!) and I am happiest with two walks per day. I love other dogs, no-matter what breed, and I’d be happy to live with one, but also OK on my own. Oh, and I'm a smallish female with a beautiful shiney coat!
Cissy will be available for adoption in early July.
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Ebony - aged 2½                             
Ebony has just gone into foster care, so stay tuned for more information on her.

Ebony is one of the 'All Blacks' - refer GSN Facebook post on 13th June.



Ebony will be available for adoption in late July.

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Jake - aged nearly 3                            

Jake has just gone into foster care, so stay tuned for more information on him.

Jake is one of the 'All Blacks' - refer GSN Facebook post on 13th June.



Jake will be available for adoption in late July.

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Opal - aged 3                              
Opal looks like she will truly be a gemstone to have in your home!

She has just gone into foster care, so stay tuned for more information on her.



Opal will be available for adoption in mid July.

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Freddy - aged 6                             

Sponsored by Mark Vasudeva
Freddy whose full name is Freddy Diesel, thought he would show his 'tough dog' expression to the camera - but we know that like all blue boys he is really just a SNAG!

He has just gone into foster care, so stay tuned for more information on this Sensitive New Age Guy!



Freddy will be available for adoption in mid July.

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Alistair - aged 3½                            
Alistair wants to know if you would break him out of jail and take him into your home?
Actually, he is slightly exaggerating as those are the gates of the lovely rural property of his foster home that he gets to roam around on!

Alistair is currently working on his doggy/pet manners and we are delighted to report that he's progressing wonderfully. He walks well on a lead, is toilet trained and easily copes with being left alone during the working day. He loves nothing more than plonking his snowy face down on his bed and sleeping the day away. 
Alistair will be available for adoption in mid July.
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Molly - aged 2                                   

Sponsored by Nadja A
​Molly is a timid girl, and happy to be in a safe and loving environment. She is affectionate and started being a little playful. She is very obedient  - when told to go to her bed or go outside.
 
She is a good eater and loves cooked chicken mixed with vegetables. But for a treat she really enjoys cheese, eggs  and peanut butter!

Molly has had a short walks on the beach path, and walks well on the lead.  Like many greyhounds, she does have fur missing from her back legs and buttocks, but that just her foster-carer love her even more.  She is a lovely girl, and her foster carer says: "She is going to be hard to let her go when the time comes for her furrever home".
Molly will be available for adoption in mid July.
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Can't find the greyhound that sounds perfect for you?
If you are seriously considering adopting a greyhound, please complete our On-line Application as we have new greyhounds coming into the program every week and our Adoption Co-ordinator, Julie may know of the perfect match for you!