If you have been thinking about getting a pet, consider adopting a greyhound. GPA is a national non-profit organization dedicated to finding loving homes for greyhounds who fail to qualify, or no longer qualify at various racetracks throughout the country. GPA also informs people that these ex-racers make excellent pets and that they are available for adoption to qualified homes. Caring for a Greyhound Greyhounds are friendly, affectionate dogs who thrive on attention and human companionship. Raised with their littermates, where they competed for affection, they love becoming the center of attention and make marvelous pets.
Greyhounds placed through the program are usually between two and five years old.
These ex-racers are very intelligent, adaptable dogs who fit easily into their new home environment. Greyhounds are quiet, clean, gentle, good-natured dogs that adapt and get along with other animals and children. With proper care, greyhounds have a life expectancy of 12 or more years. They do not require large amounts of exercise. A nice long walk 3 or 4 times a week, plus a sprint once or twice a week on a grassy open space is good.