Greyhound

A graceful sprinter with a surprisingly lazy indoor lifestyle.

Despite being known for their speed, Greyhounds are calm and gentle pets who love lounging around the house. They are affectionate, well-mannered, and suitable for many types of homes, including apartments. Socialization and gentle handling are key.

Quick Facts

SizeLarge
Breed GroupHound
Lifespan10–12 Years
Exercise NeedsUp to 1 hour per day
TrainabilityEasy to train with a gentle approach, though sensitive to harsh discipline.
Grooming NeedsMedium
SheddingYes
Barking TendencyLow
TemperamentCalm, gentle, and affectionate — great with families and other dogs.

Available Greyhounds

502 dogs available
Abbi, a 4 years old female Greyhound available for adoption from WK Retired Greyhounds in Essex

WK Retired Greyhounds

Abbi

Essex
SexFemale
Age4 years
BreedGreyhound

Abbi is 4yrs old. She is very nervous until she knows you but does come round with patience and kindness. She would prefer to be the only dog at home, but does walk happily with other dogs, which would give her confidence. She will need a patient and understanding home, without young children as they may be too much for her. She is clean in her kennel and will be really loyal once she trusts you. Abbi is currently reserved (pending final confirmation)!

Aero, a 3 years old male Greyhound available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

Maxis Mates

Aero

North Yorkshire
SexMale
Age3 years
BreedGreyhound

I am very friendly and always ready to say hello to visitorsI love walking with other Greyhounds . I sometimes can react to other dogs as I have been only used to seeing dogs like myselfI could fit in to a lot of different homes I am a very nice friendly dogI would suit most owners but I am playful and would like to have a playmate as well as a sofa companionI love racing around the paddocks and chasing balls toys thrown for meAero is a beautiful friendly big lad and he is a pleasure to walk and spend time with. He loves playing with you and he has quite good recall. Greyhounds are such gentle dogs and grateful for your attention

Ajay, a 3 years old male Greyhound available for adoption from Leicester Animal Rescue in Leicestershire

Leicester Animal Rescue

Ajay

Leicestershire
SexMale
Age3 years
BreedGreyhound

Adorable Ajay is the sweetest boy. He’s an ex racing greyhound which means he has not been in a home, therefore, may not be house trained but don’t let that put you off. Ajay is a very snuggly, affectionate boy. He walks like a dream on the lead. He loves a good blast around a field (a secure one!). He can be homed with children over the age of 10 years old and seems fine with other dogs but can’t be homed with small furries. Ajay loves a soft toy to play with and snuggling up in a cozy bed. Unfortunately, black greyhounds get overlooked for some reason! But whoever is lucky enough to give this sweet boy a home, will have a loyal and loving friend for life!

Alice, a 6 years old female Greyhound available for adoption from Makants Greyhound Rescue in Greater Manchester

Makants Greyhound Rescue

Alice

Greater Manchester
SexFemale
Age6 years
BreedGreyhound

Alice is a character, is full of personality and doesn't want to miss a thing. She especially loves toys and to pinch them off other greyhounds if possible!Alice is a very affectionate girl with all our volunteers and also loves to spend time with the other greyhounds. She has already spent some time in our enrichment (home from home) room which she fully inspected, enjoyed playing with toys, but was quite curious about the T.V. on the wall.For Alice we’re looking for a home with someone who has experience of larger dogs, but not necessarily greyhounds. We feel Alice would be happy to live as an only hound or could equally happily live with another male hound. She would benefit from the company of an adopter who is at home a large amount of time, and this is especially important during the initial settling in phase. We feel Alice would be best suited to live with older children 13 plus. Details of our homing requirements, along with an application form, can be found on

Aloy, a Unknown old female Greyhound available for adoption from SWW Greyhound Trust in Wales

SWW Greyhound Trust

Aloy

Wales
SexFemale
AgeUnknown
BreedGreyhound

Meet gorgeous Aloy (emphasis on the A, not like ‘alloy’…she’s not a wheel!), she’s an absolute sweetie-pie melting hearts on the block! Aloy is gentle, friendly and fun…sometimes surprises us with a zoomie, but prefers to stay calm and collected most of the time! And she loves a cuddle or twelve! She’s fine being left alone in the house for short periods, to be built up gradually in a new home. She gets on well with the other super-snoots here although isn’t a huge fan of small, titchy dogs, they just don’t measure up! And don’t look too long into her beautiful dark eyes if you’re not serious about taking her home…she’ll melt you!

Amos, a 5 years old male Greyhound available for adoption from SWW Greyhound Trust in Wales

SWW Greyhound Trust

Amos

Wales
SexMale
Age5 years
BreedGreyhound

Here’s Amos, a super friendly, super waggy handsome fella looking for just 3 things in life…fuss, fuss & FUSS! Oh, and if you can throw in a sofa too, he’ll be so chuffed! He loves attention and will happily take fuss all day long. Amos is a playful, happy chap who loves his squeaky toys. He’s not allowed squeaky toys here as it drives all the other long dogs bonkers in their kennels, so we’re desperate to get him homed so he can enjoy them again! If he gets a little too excited he can forget his manners and be a little mouthy, this should improve with a little training and settling into a routine but we’d recommend homing him with adults and older children. Amos gets on great with the other noodles on the block and loves a good runaround. He’s not so keen on smaller dogs and will need further socialisation here. He could live as an only dog with an experienced owner, or as part of a household with other similar dogs. Yes, he needs a bit of work and some training in a few areas (who doesn’t?!), but most of all, this fun, happy boy just needs a chance. He really is a smasher Could you be the person that brings squeaky toys back into Amos’s life? He’ll love you forever!

Andy Lara, a Unknown old unknown Greyhound available for adoption from Clarks Farm Greyhounds in Essex

Clarks Farm Greyhounds

Andy Lara

Essex
SexUnknown
AgeUnknown
BreedGreyhound

Meet Andy and Lara, a true bonded pair and the sweetest little soulmates you could ever hope to meet, two hearts perfectly in sync and beating as one. Andy and Lara have lived together in a home for many years and have now sadly found themselves back in our care through no fault of their own. This was a very difficult decision made by their mum, but it was done with their best interests at heart so they could find the right forever home together.These two have shared most of their lives side by side, building a bond that is completely unbreakable, and because of that they must be homed as a duo. Their love for one another is so strong and so pure, it is impossible not to feel it the moment you see them together. If you welcome Andy and Lara into your home, you truly get double the love, double the cuddles, and double the companionship, a perfect pair in every sense, two hearts, one beautiful forever story.As a senior bonded duo, we need their next home to be their forever one, a place where they can settle, relax, and enjoy their retirement together just as they deserve. Anyone applying must be ready to take on both of them and honour the special connection they share. We do not want them to be here for long, and our biggest wish is to see them back on a cosy sofa together as soon as possible.They absolutely cannot be separated, and truthfully, you would never want to, as they are at their happiest side by side. Andy and Lara are bursting with personality and will fill your home with laughter, warmth, and that special kind of joy only a bonded pair can bring. They are cheeky, sassy, and wonderfully entertaining, always up to a little mischief and guaranteed to make you smile with their silly antics. Life with them feels brighter, lighter, and full of love, like having your own perfect little duo of happiness.Andy is a loving, kind hearted boy who gives the very best cuddles and is endlessly loveable. He is confident and caring, with the sweetest, most sensitive nature, always keeping a gentle watch over his humans and especially over his soulmate, Lara. He makes sure she is happy and comfortable at all times, showing just how deep their bond truly runs.Andy is adored by everyone here, and it is easy to see why. He is goofy, sweet, and full of fun, with a puppy like charm that melts your heart instantly. He forms strong bonds with both humans and hounds, and there is not a single bad bone in his body. His calm, steady presence makes you feel safe and cared for, and he has a beautiful way of knowing when someone needs a little extra comfort.He lights up every room he walks into and is always a bright spot in our day. He loves his walks and gets wonderfully excited when it is time to go out, bouncing around happily and showing his joyful, happy go lucky spirit.Lara is the kindest soul, with a heart that glows with warmth and love. From the moment you meet her, her gentle nature wraps around you like a soft hug. She forms deep, meaningful bonds, and once she gives you her heart, it feels like the most precious gift.Lara is the perfect blend of laid back and sassy, happily melting into cuddles one moment and making you laugh with her cheeky ways the next. She has a calming presence that makes everything feel peaceful and right. She loves nothing more than curling up beside you on the sofa, getting as close as she possibly can, sitting like the regal girl she is. She knows her worth, and we absolutely love that about her.Although she is gentle and relaxed, she has that lovely greyhound goofiness that shines through when she feels happy and safe, with little bursts of zoomies and playful moments that keep life fun. Lara loves Andy deeply and shares that same open heart with the humans around her. With her, you will never feel anything less than completely loved.Together, Andy and Lara are a perfect pair, a bonded duo who bring out the very best in each other. They balance one another beautifully, shining brighter

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