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Greyhound Safety Net celebrates its 1,000th Adoption with the beautiful 8yo Kate being adopted by Ryan and Paige.
They wanted a companion for their greyhound Cooper who can get anxious when they leave him home alone.
Ryan says: "Kate was just so gentle in nature, so full of love, we knew she would make a great addition to our family. We could literally see the positive impact she was having on Cooper, and how happy they were together. GSN were so understanding and helpful in finding us the right match for Cooper.
When we found out Kate was GSN’s 1,000th adoption, it made it even more special. We’ve been a big time supporter of the amazing work that they do for these incredible dogs, day in and day out. To be able to celebrate with them, and Kate, in this milestone is super exciting."
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GSN has been established for 12 years and our Adoption Program has been developed to ensure GSN Greyhounds make the transition to pet life and your home with as much ease as possible.

We are proud that all our GSN Greyhounds are:
 ✔ Individually assessed as small dog friendly by our Adoption Co-ordinator
 ✔ Desexed, Vaccinated, Micro Chipped, Wormed, Heartworm Tested and Health Checked
 ✔ Placed in a home with one of our Approved Foster Carers, who play a vital role in our re-homing program
 ✔ Given special attention to Toilet Training and Socialisation
 
At GSN we:
 ✔ Will match you with the best dog for your circumstances
 ✔ Introduce you to the Foster Carer so you can understand more about your Greyhound’s personality, background and needs
 ✔ Enable your family and your pets to meet the chosen Greyhound(s) in its foster home environment
 ✔ Offer ongoing support from your Greyhound's Foster Carer and our Adoption Co-ordinator
 ✔ In addition, each Greyhound comes with a collar, lead, and warm coat
 Consequently, much of the hard work of having a ready-made pet has been done for you by our team of experienced volunteers.
So if you see a Greyhound below that ✔ your boxes – Complete an On-line Application today
to experience the GSN way.
More information about the Adoption process here

Pet greyhounds registered with their local Council
do not have to wear muzzles
For more information check out our Muzzling Fact Sheet

Greyhounds for Adoption

Females vs Males?
While all our dogs have very individual personalities, we find our male greyhounds are as sweet, affectionate and loyal as our females.

Our Grey of the Month

Lady - aged 3½​

Birthday Present Sponsorship for Sara Riva
by Françoise Harbord
Lady looked a bit scruffy when these pics were taken and she first went into foster - but now she is looking great.
She is one of those sweet little greys that trusts and loves everyone, and her tail never stops wagging. But she still needs a little more of her confidence building and will require a quiet home, as raised voices frighten her.

Lady has the eye condition, pannus and requires drops every day, which are really easy to administer.

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Do you live in an Apartment?
It needs more commitment to care for a greyhound in an Apartment. So please read our information on ‘Apartment Life’ at the bottom of the Adopting a GSN greyhound page before you apply to adopt or foster a GSN greyhound.

Bradley - aged 5

Sponsored by Joe in memory of Jazz
Enthusiastic Lovable Goofball!
Bradley has the handsome looks of Brad Pitt, coupled with a great sense of Adventure! He's an enthusiatic boy who wants to go where ever you would like to take him, or if you are at home he will be found right by your side.

This goofy boy is just seeking a home to give him all the love he deserves. And he will reward you four-fold!
His favourite past-time is lying up-side-down in a "roach" position - he has 101 positions to keep you amused! And he wags his tail every time you walk near him - so you have to lean down and give him a pat as you pass by. He's such a big happy clown whose antics will certainly keep you entertained.

He's learned all the pet rules, and was toilet-trained from day one. He loves any adventure and can jump in the car and travels well. He walks nicely on lead, and is only strong if something really excites him, but he is improving all the time.
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Cheeky - aged 7 years young!

Sponsored by Joe in memory of Jazz
Having lived as a pet before arriving at GSN Cheeky is way ahead of the pack settling into foster care and pet life.
Cheeky by name and Cheeky by nature this girl is just the perfect package and ready to come charging into your life and your love.
Around the home and garden she is perfect.  Cheeky…absolutely! She loves soft toys and revels in pinching the ones she is not supposed to have. She will collect your slippers too if you leave them lying around, and the occasional cushion.  She won’t chew them …just loves to have them.  Cheeky is doing all the things a happy fun loving grey is supposed to do, zoomying, couch potatoing,  cockroaching, expecting to be included in everything that’s going on and loving it!
Out and about she is fantastic!  Fabulous in the car and on the lead. In fact if she wasn’t required by law to be on a lead she wouldn’t need one.
Her social skills with people and with other animals… except cats and bunnies are exemplary! She has lovely manners and it is a pleasure to have her with you and not have to worry about how she will behave with little dogs, big dogs, green dogs, hairy dogs, grumpy dogs. Kids little, kids big, grown ups ....all of them, Cheeky takes them all in her stride.
No-one has told her Cheeky she is 7. She thinks she is three, acts like she is three, enjoys life like she is three. Has teeth and shiny coat, like she is three.
The one thing she does have that is consistent with some 7 year olds is early stage pannus which requires her to need daily drops in her eyes. She is so sooo good getting the drops too. She stays still and quiet till you’ve got them done then she is ready for her day.
With a personality as big as Texas, and a loving heart to match, I can’t think of anything you could possibly want in a greyhound that Cheeky hasn’t got.
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Peggy Sue - aged 2½

Birthday Present Sponsorship for Sara Riva
by Marcello Guardigli
SUGAR AND SPICE AND ALL THINGS NICE - THAT'S WHAT LITTLE GIRLS ARE MADE OF.

 Our Dear Little Miss Peggy Sue is the sweetest girl you will ever meet. She loves cuddles and is a very affectionate dog. Peggy Sue is also a sensitive soul. So you will need to win her trust. But once she gets to know you her true personality will shine through. Peggy Sue will always be by your side loving life. We have never seen a dog wag her tail so much when out walking. She also loves joining us for coffee, going for drives in the country and has recently started attending Dog Club. However her favourite outing is going to the beach. She just LOVES water so be prepared to dive in with her.
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Sammy - aged 4
Sammy is a gentle giant, loves a cuddle and is a couch hog but just wants you next to him and use your lap as a pillow.
He is still a bit unsure on some things but is a great learner. He loves the car too!

Sammy would ideally like a doggie companion if you are a full-time worker and we think he would prefer a female dog.

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 Shelley - aged 3
Shelley is a loving, high energy 3 year old who was shy at first but very quickly attached herself to us and now likes to shadow us around the house.
Shelley loves the outdoors and lights up at every opportunity to go for a walk – she will even tell you where the door is, in case you didn’t know.

She doesn’t know that couches are meant for humans and claimed ours on the first day... and has never looked back! She does what greyhounds do best – relax, sleep with her legs in the air (on the couch of course), wake up with a smile and at least twice a day, dig her head deep into your neck for a loving cuddle!
She is great with other dogs, kids and grown ups alike, once you win her trust, and will do well in a home where there are lots of walks available.
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Cricket - aged 4
Cricket by name, cricket by nature! 
Cricket came to GSN as a curious boy new to domestic life and is blossoming into a fine pet. He loves squeaky toys, wolfing down his food and is not afraid of pushing his way in just about anywhere for a good scratch on his chin. He settles easily and is left at home by himself 9-5 with no issues.

If you are looking a grey that loves to jump around, play catch and give a good woof (only when appropriate!), this is your guy. He is 4 years, going on One! He is an easy walker and gets along well with medium to large sized dogs. Cricket is a true boy and likes to wee on everything on his walks, but has no toilet training issues inside. Will you be the one to let Cricket jump into your home and chirp, chirp chirp?
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Samantha - aged 3
Samantha is a small girl, who is a beautiful goofy gal!
She would be well suited to a home with teens or school age children. She enjoys playing with toys. She is well behaved on the lead.

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Rhonda - aged nearly 4
Rhonda is a lovely friendly gal! She is living with a staffy and loves to play together with him. We think she might suit a family with teenage children or an active couple as she is quite active for her age and can even cope with a 6km walk and loves the water!
 
Rhonda will be available for adoption in early April
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Morgan - aged 7
Morgan has just gone into foster, so check back for more information on him.

Morgan will be available for adoption mid-April
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Emma - aged 4
SWEET & CUDDLY
This little lady is as pretty as a picture and just loves to get cuddles and neck rubs.
She just loves playing in water, but is not so keen on walks, so we are still trying to build her confidence - stay tuned for more information.

Emma will be available for adoption mid-April.
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​Ricky – aged 4                            Adoption pending
Ricky is a lively, super-friendly, adorable greyhound.
Even though he is 4 years old he still behaves more like a puppy. He gets sooo excited when we are getting ready for a walk or when we come home from work.
In his exuberance he is still learning about not jumping on people so he might not be suitable for a family with young kids. He will need an owner to continue to teach him the best doggie manners.
Ricky is friendly with other dogs and currently lives with a Labrador, but would probably adapt as a solo dog to a part-time working family.
He really enjoys his meals, walks well on the lead and travels fine in the car. He was toilet trained since the first day in foster and has never had an accident!!!
He just loves to follow us aimlessly around the house, always rubbing his head affectionately on our legs.
Ricky will be available for adoption late February.​
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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! GSN's Adoption fee is $295.