A critical aspect of GPA's successful adoption of ex-racers is the foster program .
Foster families open their homes to a new foster dog, helping it to adjust to a life of retirement.
Greyhounds are very intelligent and learn very quickly, particularly when fostered by a family who already has adopted a greyhound. The greyhounds teach each other and adapt quickly to life as a family pet. The foster families volunteer to share their lives with a greyhound for a short time and are rewarded with more of those appreciative eyes. Non-greyhound owners make great fosters too. Make a donation As a non-profit corporation, we rely on donations to feed and house retired racing greyhounds, and to cover the costs of emergency veterinary care.