Greyhound adoption

A quick guide to the extraordinary racing greyhound

Historically bred for pursuits such as hunting and racing, Greyhounds are celebrated for their outstanding speed and quickness. These dogs possess a muscular frame, a...

Greyhounds: The marvels of speed and grace – 10 facts about greyhounds

The Greyhound, a breed known for its incredible speed, grace, and a striking silhouette, is one of the most unique dog breeds that have graced...
QLD greyhound racing

Qld greyhound trainer handed 3 months for failing to desex rehomed greyhound

Queensland Greyhound trainer Darryl Sutton has been suspended for three months for providing false evidence to Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) stewards in relation to...
Cannington

WA greyhound racing to receive $1.5 million prize increase plus greyhound adoption centre

A tide of prosperity sweeps over Western Australia’s (WA) racing scene as an influx of financial backing and investments propels the industry to new heights...

Teachers and Nurses top the professions that adopt beloved racing greyhounds

New data from Queensland, Australia shows that teachers and nurses are the top two professions when it comes to opening their hearts and homes to...

The Best Dog Breeds for Apartment Living: The Surprising Suitability of the Greyhound

Living in an apartment does not mean you have to sacrifice the companionship of a canine friend. Instead, it’s about finding the right breed that...

The best dog breeds for retirees: A special focus on the greyhound

Retirement is often seen as a golden phase of life, a time to relax, pursue hobbies, and spend quality time with loved ones, including our...

Retired NSW greyhounds to support US law enforcement officers’ welfare

In a groundbreaking stride towards enhanced welfare for both retired racing greyhounds and former US law enforcement officers, a unique partnership has been established. Forged...

Former GRNSW investigations manager appointed GRSA general manager of integrity & welfare

Greyhound Racing South Australia (GRSA) has advised that they have appointed a former Greyhound Racing New South Wales (GRNSW) investigations manager as General Manager for...
Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission new racing rules

NSW regulator makes sweeping changes to greyhound rehoming protocols

The Chief Commissioner of the NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission GWIC), Mr Alby Taylor, announced that from May 1 2023 important changes to the...

Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) Queensland ready for National Greyhound Adoption Month

Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP Queensland has greyhounds ready to meet their new families this National Greyhound Adoption Month in April. GAP Operations Manager Leah Kellaway...
Greyhound owner-breeder Vince Tullio

Vince Tullio: Greyhound trainers unfairly labelled ‘inhumane’

Vince Tullio used to get angry at the amount of anti-greyhound sentiment he would read in the media. Now, the Victorian owner-breeder just laughs it...
CAP director Robert Britton

Britton, Latham hit back at fears over greyhound adoption in US

Champion trainer Robert Britton is fighting to save Australia's greyhound adoption partnership with the US, and he has a powerful ally in Mark Latham.
Queensland Greyhound Racing News

Queensland dog lovers encouraged to consider adopting a greyhound for Xmas

Queensland dog-lovers are encouraged to consider making room under their Christmas tree for a retired racing greyhound. The Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) Queensland is hosting...
Greyhound racing

Victorian vets swamped with retired greyhounds

Victorian veterinarians are getting inundated with retired greyhounds which need to be re-homed according to Greyhound Racing Victoria’s (GRV) strict regulations and, as a result,...

Love A Greyhound awarded QRIC Racing Animal Welfare (RAW) grants

Queensland organisations who maximise the post racing careers of racing animals have featured heavily as recipients of the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (the Commission) Racing...

COVID-19 lockdown proves boost for Qld greyhound adoption numbers

Queensland’s Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) has seen a surge in the number of greyhounds adopted in April, bringing the total number...

QRIC vow to keep Queensland greyhounds racing amid COVID-19 chaos

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) and Racing Queensland (RQ) will work together to support the continuation of race meetings in three codes around the...
Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission

GWIC takes aim at Coalition for Protection of Greyhounds misinformation

Despite recently made claims by the Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds and reported by the ABC on 22 February 2020; when greyhounds are sold,...

Seized RSPCA greyhounds all approved for green collar adoptions

Eight greyhounds that were seized by RSPCA Inspectors and transferred to the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) facilities at Churchable have...
QLD greyhound racing

“Rescued” greyhounds seized by RSPCA due to neglect

RSPCA Qld is once again urging people to look more closely at conduct, capabilities and motives of the many “rescue” groups cropping up around the...
Dogs moving to the USA to be rehomed

Jet-setting Australian greyhounds to be adopted in the USA

Thanks to a passionate alliance of volunteer rehoming groups in Australia and the United States, ten retired racing greyhounds have embarked on a 15 hour...
Greyhounds As Pets adoption program

Adoption day hits Shepparton for the first time next month

THE Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) is set for its first-ever stint at Shepparton this Sunday. It is expected that 30 greyhounds will find new homes...

Retired greyhound races into the hearts of his forever home

KERANG local Sue Jordan is thrilled she had a change of heart and decided to adopt another dog with her husband, Steve. The retired husband...
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‘Rescue’ group turns down potential adopter for supporting racing

A UK greyhound re-homing organisation has come under fire from the public and greyhound racing participants after denying someone the opportunity to adopt a retired...