The Greyhound Adoption Program
is a non profit organization created by greyhound lovers
dedicated to finding homes for greyhounds whose racing careers
have ended.
Although countless greyhounds become available for adoption
each year, there are not enough people interested in having
them as pets. Due to the fact that they are sight hounds
and are aroused by the passion of the chase, people think
they are aggressive.
Up until July of 2004 GAP greyhounds were required by law
to wear a muzzle in public but this is no longer so. GAP
greyhounds are now required to wear an identifying green
collar that is supplied to the greyhound when it is adopted.*
Actually greyhounds are friendly, affectionate, gentle,
good natured dogs. It is one of GAP's main goals to change
the widespread negative image of greyhounds.Through a more
positive image, GAP hopes to increase the public's desire
to care for these pets after their racing careers have finished.
The greyhounds available through GAP are desexed, wormed,
vaccinated and heartworm tested. A lead, collar and rug
for cold weather are provided. An adoption fee exists only
to cover these costs. More importantly, they can give as
much, if not more affection than they receive.
Similar programs have been highly successful
in the USA, UK and, more recently in many states of Australia.
It is our hope that GAP can improve the image of these beautiful
dogs and find loving homes that will bring happiness to
both owners and pets.
* Use of muzzles may vary from state to state.
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