The owners are either breeders, or they purchase Greyhounds from breeders. Some Greyhounds are bought as young pups, while others are bought when they are ready to race. The price of Greyhounds varies according to age and breeding. When Greyhounds are ready to race, they are then leased to a kennel who is contracted by the track. There are a multitude of breeders who offer their future racers for sale, and many advertise in The Greyhound Review.
Prices vary widely from breeder to breeder and increases as the pup reaches maturity.
Ask for a list of persons the seller has sold Greyhounds to in the past and learn all you can about the quality of the sire and dam of the pup being considered for purchased. If the puppy requires veterinary care other than the usual vaccinations and worming, an additional fee will be charged. If you are buying one of a litter, be sure that you pick your pup by random drawand do not allow the breeder to select one for you. Another way to purchase a pup at or near racing age is to attend the NGA auction, held in the spring and fall. Here you will see puppies race against others of the same age in actual racing conditions.