Media release: Greyhounds homeward bound for National Adoption Month

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Brisbane dog-lovers who have been dreaming of adopting can meet local retired racing greyhounds looking for a fur-mily home at a special free community event celebrating National Greyhound Adoption Month.

The Greyhound Adoption Program QLD (GAP) will host its Homeward Hounds event on Saturday 12 April 2025, allowing the community to interact with retired racing dogs who are available for adoption.

Retired greyhounds make fantastic pets as they are generally gentle and laid-back, low maintenance, sweet and affectionate. Greyhounds make loving and loyal companions.

The event, to be held at Albion Park Raceway, will provide the community with an opportunity to:

  • Pat, cuddle and walk on leash adoptable greyhounds (10am and 11am). The GAP team will be on hand to discuss all things greyhounds. If you’re thinking about adopting or fostering, we can answer all your questions.
  • A children’s Easter-themed colouring-in station will be set up (Easter art and colouring in greyhound booklet).
  • Grab a photo in front of the Easter-themed photo wall to capture those first-adoption moments with your new Easter buddy.

Families looking to adopt can pre-register and meet their new furry friends.

The GAP team works with local greyhound owners and trainers to prepare retired racers for life in a family home. Every dog is behaviourally assessed before being made available for adoption.

GAP greyhounds also receive health and dental checks and are treated for the prevention of fleas, ticks and worms.

QRIC Deputy Commissioner Chantal Raine said Homeward Hounds is an opportunity for locals to learn more about why greyhounds make great pets.

“Our team works to match the right dog to the right home, considering a dog’s personality and the needs of the adopter.”

“There’s a greyhound for everyone. We encourage anyone looking for a new furry friend to come along to our Homeward Hounds event and meet our greyhounds,” she said.

Register to adopt a GAP greyhound by visiting www.gapqld.com.au.

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Media Contact:   0438 544 628 | communication@qric.qld.gov.au