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Welcome to Greyhound Adoption Program NSW

 

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The Greyhound Adoption Program (NSW), Inc. is a non-profit organisation, incorporated with the NSW Department of Fair Trading, which is dedicated to the welfare of Greyhounds. We are also a charity.  Our primary purpose is to educate the public on the benefits and care of Greyhounds as companion animals, and to find permanent loving homes for these beautiful hounds. We rely on memberships and donations for our funding and do not accept Greyhound Racing industry funds.

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Limited number of decorative collars for sale

collarsGAP has some decorative collars for sale.

 

They should fit all Greyhounds (with the possibe exception of Hector).

 

Please click here to see and purchase them.

 

 

 

 

 

Greenhounds Muzzle Regulations

On 1 July 2019 the regulations regarding the muzzling of pet Greyhounds were altered.

 

All Greyhounds registered on the Companion Animals Register are no longer required to wear muzzles, except in an off-leash park. Greyhounds who have passed their Greenhounds muzzle exemption assessment need not be muzzled in an off-leash area.

 

Please read these links carefully so that you are properly informed of the new regulations.

 

See the change in regulations here.

 

See the Fact Sheet here.

 

For information about the Greenhounds assessment procedure see here.

Why a GAP Dog?

There are many sources from which you could obtain a Greyhound apart from GAP (NSW) - directly from its breeder or trainer, "giveaway" ads in the newspapers, from the RSPCA or other welfare groups, from local council pounds etc. What are the advantages or disadvantages of acquiring your future companion from such other sources? We advise that you do some research before taking the plunge and adopting the first dog whose photo takes your fancy.

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Some of the reasons we think you should adopt a GAP Greyhound include: 

  • Our members have many years (some individuals have over 20 years) of experience in Greyhounds as pets, so we can answer almost any question you can come up with!
  • All our dogs spend several weeks in foster homes, so they are quite used to the routines of family life, unlike those Greyhounds adopted straight from a kennel environment. 
  • Our dogs' personalities and behaviour are all individually assessed whilst in foster care, so we can more closely match a dog to the needs of prospective adopters.
  • Because almost all our Greyhounds come directly from their breeder or racing owner, we have good background on their individual traits or habits, and any medical problems or injuries (if any) they might have had.
  • By obtaining our dogs from their racing owners, we are supporting those industry members who have a more responsible attitude to rehoming their (often much loved) charges.
  • Our Greyhounds are all assessed for their behaviour around other dog breeds, including small dogs, and only those dogs we believe to be sociable in the community are rehomed.
  • Our dogs are all fully vetted (including desexing, microchipping, teeth cleaning, heartworm testing, worming etc) before being rehomed. Our adoption fee of $300 is far less than you would pay for these services yourself.
  • We provide ongoing advice and support (including behavioural and veterinary advice) to all our adopters, for the lifetime of their Greyhound.
  • It is our firm policy that if an adopter of a GAP Greyhound is no longer able to care for their dog, GAP will take the dog back without hesitation.
  • GAP has been an incorporated association with the NSW Dept of Fair Trading since 1999 - we are not a fly-by-night outfit with no accountability.
  • We encourage social contact and networking between all our Greyhound adopters through our newsletter and at activities such as our annual Picnic Day.

The Greyhound Adoption Program (NSW), Inc. is a non-profit incorporated association dedicated to the welfare of all Greyhounds

It is our mission to:

  • Educate the public about the true Greyhound personality and to alleviate misconceptions that many still have of this wonderful, gentle, majestic breed.
  • Assess the suitability as pets of Greyhounds accepted into the Program and to introduce and educate them to living in a family environment.
  • Find responsible, loving, long-term homes for as many Greyhounds as possible.
  • Give lifetime support to GAP Greyhounds and their owners.
  • Liaise with other organisations, in Australia and overseas, with similar goals.
  • Improve and promote the positive image of Greyhounds and to stimulate the public's desire to own one or more as pets.
  • Provide accurate advice about the Greyhound breed to other welfare agencies, vets, Government departments, the media and individuals.
  • Encourage improvements in welfare standards involving all Greyhounds, regardless of age or racing status.

Becoming a member

Existing members can log in at left. Prospective members can join now.

Full membership

Full membership of GAP (NSW), Inc. is limited to individuals who must satisfy one or more of the following criteria:
(i) be a past or present adoptive owner of one or more Greyhounds acquired through GAP (NSW), Inc. or a recognised Greyhound adoption program within Australia or overseas;
(ii) be an owner of a Greyhound which, to the satisfaction of the Management Committee, is kept purely as a family pet/companion animal;
(iii) be recognised by the Management Committee as actively participating in at least one of GAP's activities as defined by the Aims and Objectives listed in Rule 2 of the Constitution.

A bona fide couple or family group, residing at the same address, who otherwise satisfies the above requirements for eligibility, may apply for full membership, but will be entitled to only one (1) vote. One person from such couple or family will be nominated as the principal member for purposes of voting, at the time of application for or renewal of membership.

Full members have full voting rights at all meetings, and are eligible to stand for positions on the Management Committee.

Associate Membership

Associate membership is open to any individual, couple or family who does not currently satisfy the criteria for full membership but who supports the Association [GAP (NSW), Inc] and helps in any way to advance the Aims and Objectives of the Association. An associate member may at a future date apply to become a full member if the appropriate criteria are met.

An associate member shall not have voting rights and shall not be eligible to hold position on the Management Committee.

Corporate Membership

Corporate membership is open to any business, company, agency, club or other association which supports the Aims and Objectives of the Greyhound Adoption Program (NSW), Inc. The rights of corporate members will be the same as those for associate members.

Annual Subscription (financial year 1st July to 30th June)
Joining July - Dec Joining Jan - June
Full membership $20 $10
Associate membership $20 $10
Corporate membership $100 $50

Post membership application / renewal and cheque / money order to:

Greyhound Adoption Program (NSW), Inc.
P.O. Box 24
Belrose West NSW 2085

Membership Form Thankyou

Thank you for your submission.

Membership Criteria

Full membership

Full membership of GAP (NSW), Inc. is limited to individuals who must satisfy one or more of the following criteria:
(i) be a past or present adoptive owner of one or more Greyhounds acquired through GAP (NSW), Inc. or a recognised Greyhound adoption program within Australia or overseas;
(ii) be an owner of a Greyhound which, to the satisfaction of the Management Committee, is kept purely as a family pet/companion animal;
(iii) be recognised by the Management Committee as actively participating in at least one of GAP's activities as defined by the Aims and Objectives listed in Rule 2 of the Constitution.

A bona fide couple or family group, residing at the same address, who otherwise satisfies the above requirements for eligibility, may apply for full membership, but will be entitled to only one (1) vote. One person from such couple or family will be nominated as the principal member for purposes of voting, at the time of application for or renewal of membership.

Full members have full voting rights at all meetings, and are eligible to stand for positions on the Management Committee.

Associate Membership

Associate membership is open to any individual, couple or family who does not currently satisfy the criteria for full membership but who supports the Association [GAP (NSW), Inc] and helps in any way to advance the Aims and Objectives of the Association. An associate member may at a future date apply to become a full member if the appropriate criteria are met.

An associate member shall not have voting rights and shall not be eligible to hold position on the Management Committee.

Corporate Membership

Corporate membership is open to any business, company, agency, club or other association which supports the Aims and Objectives of the Greyhound Adoption Program (NSW), Inc. The rights of corporate members will be the same as those for associate members.

Annual Subscription (financial year 1st July to 30th June)
Full membership $10
Associate membership $10
Corporate membership $100

Post membership application / renewal and cheque / money order to:

Greyhound Adoption Program (NSW), Inc.
P.O. Box 24
Belrose West NSW 2085

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