Greyhounds for adoption

Below are some Greyhounds we currently have in foster care.

We may have other Greyhounds not listed below that are waiting to join us, so we encourage you to fill in an Adoption Application found under ‘What We Do – Adoption’ and we will be in touch.

  • Star

    (Mayfield Star)
    2 year old
    Cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Auckland

    Star has been with us a few weeks and has really grown in confidence. She enjoys the company of her canine foster brother but is also independent and will chill on her own. Star is playful and has her exuberant moments so still needs structure and boundaries and she's getting used to some urban sounds but is improving every day as they become more normal. Star loves a cuddle and will try the couch given a chance!

  • Domino

    (Portland Domino)
    2 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Auckland

    Brother to Portland Magic, Domino is equally as fun, curious and confident and a social girl to boot!

    Check back soon to see her progress!

  • Oana

    (Oana Bale)
    5 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Ready for adoption
    Auckland

    People loving, confident and playful Oana loves to be with her people and is particularly fond of men. She can get fomo (fear of missing out), if not able to join in with you at home but can be left alone while you are out.

    Crate trained, good with other dogs and can live with another hound, ideally an easy going male.

    Oana can be bouncy so adult homes or those with older children would be best.

    She loves her twice daily walks and trips on the car.

  • Zane

    Not cat trainable
    6 year old
    Ready for adoption
    North Waikato

    People friendly, confident, good with other breeds and children, Zane is a young 6 year old who loves a zoom, walks, joining you on adventures in the car and snooze in the sun. He'd easily be a camping buddy if you wanted or just happy to be your loyal companion. He is gentle and respectful with a great mix of fun and calm. Zane has come to rehoming through special circumstances which we'll discuss with any potential applicant. Zane is well versed in pet life and all it entails.

  • Sassy

    ADOPTION PENDING

    (Sassy Lassie)
    6 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Auckland

    Sweet and Sassy! Sassy has a cheeky, playful side and is a girl who knows her own mind. She will happily live as an only dog and be the queen of her relm but could live with a calm independent male hound. Sassy is learning about urban living and making good progress. She'd love a quieter household with a garden to zoom around.

  • Sugar

    (Ivory Girl)
    3 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Auckland


    Just into foster Sugar is showing that she is confident, inquisitive and enjoy a bit of play! She is s great traveller, loves her food and nap time!

    She has a little bit to learn but we're sure it won't take her long.

  • Zoomer

    (unraced)
    18 months
    Cat trainability to be updated
    Currently in our foster prision program
    Auckland

    Zoomer is young and exuberant but friendly, cuddly and playful. Still with lots to learn he will hone his skills as he starts his development in foster care. Watch this space!

  • Faith

    (Mayfield Faith)
    2 year old
    Cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Auckland

    Faith is a sassy wee girl with bundles of personality. Best with older children she is affectionate, cuddly and independent. She loves her toys and zoomies so a garden and twice daily walks is right up her ally. She's a quick learner and can live as an only girl or with a compatible male.

    Faith can be left alone while you are out or will chill with you when home.

  • Clyde

    ADOPTION PENDING

    (Sweet Offer)
    6 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Auckland

    Clyde is the sweetest boy who will be your loyal companion and best buddy.

    He loves nothing more than a cuddle, walks, throwing a toy around and to hang out with you when you are home.

    Clyde would prefer a quite home environment where he can take life at his pace without all the pace of city living.

    He can live as an only dog or with canine buddies.

  • Marley

    (Diamond Crusade)
    7.5 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Ready for adoption
    South island

    Marley is a calm, affectionate boy with a lovely, quiet nature and a wonderful balance of independence and affection. He is happy to settle quietly on his own, but also loves spending time with his people and receiving attention. Once he gets to know you, Marley forms a strong bond and is a loyal, rewarding companion. He enjoys a predictable routine and the comforts of home, and would suit a calm, confident household. Marley could live with a large-breed female or a calm, submissive male who is happy to share their space with him.

  • Panda

    (Panda Express)
    Not cat trainable
    Rising 4 year old
    Ready for adoption
    Tauranga

    Meet Panda, who will be 4 on October 31st. Panda is a very confident, inquisitive and affectionate hound who makes you laugh. She has a lot of energy, and would best suit a family with older children or an active couple. Panda would thrive best with another hound but could be an only hound in the right home. She's a quick learner who needs firm boundaries and 2 walks a day to keep her physically and mentally satisfied. She will make a wonderful companion.

  • Pecan

    (Smash Talk)
    6 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Westport

    Pecan is a very sweet, gentle boy with a soft and sensitive nature. He can be shy with new people and unfamiliar environments, taking his time to feel safe and comfortable. Once he trusts you, he bonds deeply and has a lovely affectionate side. He thrives with routine, calm surroundings and the company of other greyhounds. Pecan has only just entered foster care, so we are giving him time to settle and get to know his foster family before he is ready for his forever home.

  • Rose

    (Hurunui Rose)
    5 year old
    Cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Dunedin

    Rose is a sweet, gentle girl who forms a beautiful bond with the people she trusts and loves being close to her humans. Once she’s comfortable, she’ll happily become your loyal little shadow.

    She also has a wonderfully goofy side, which often makes an appearance first thing in the morning! Rose loves her walks, gets excited when the walking shoes come out, and walks beautifully on the lead. Her confidence when out and about is growing all the time, especially with her foster brother by her side, so she would thrive with a canine companion.

    Rose loves her food, enjoys being close to her people, and is happiest when she can curl up for a good snooze at your feet. She’s a lovely girl who is blossoming in confidence and has plenty of love to give.

  • Chester

    (Opawa Chester)
    4 year old
    Cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Dunedin

    In just his first two weeks in foster, Chester has been described as “just gorgeous” and “so sweet” – and it’s easy to see why! He’s a friendly, curious boy with a happy, social nature who loves being around people and being part of whatever is happening.

    Chester enjoys getting out and about and exploring on his walks, and he walks beautifully on the lead. He’s an easy-going boy who is taking to life as a pet and enjoying all the new experiences that come with it. His confidence is growing each day, and he’s showing just how lovely and adaptable he can be.

  • Brandy

    Brandy

    5 year old
    Cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Christchurch

    Brandy is a beautiful, gentle girl with a sensitive nature. She can be shy when meeting new people and in unfamiliar surroundings, so she appreciates being given time to take things at her own pace. Once she feels comfortable and has formed a bond with her people, Brandy’s personality really starts to shine. She becomes affectionate, relaxed and playful, with a cheeky, perky side that is a delight to see.

    Brandy loves the company of other dogs and enjoys having a canine companion by her side.

    Brandy is a girl who appreciates the finer things in life, especially soft, fluffy bedding and her beloved teddies! She is also very food motivated, making treats a great way to build her confidence and earn her trust. With patience, gentle encouragement and the companionship of another dog, Brandy will thrive in a home.

  • Enok

    (Unraced)
    17 months
    Not cat trainable
    Ready for adoption
    Auckland

    Enok is a teeny boy who has grown in confidence while in foster and ready to find his forever home.

    Playful, cuddly and relaxed Enok is lower energy for a young hound but he still enjoys his walks and playtime.

    Happy to chill out with a buddy while your at work all day. He'd do best in a home with an easy going female hound or medium- large breed.

    Crate trained and very clean Enok is a wee star.

  • Pepper

    (Chilly Pepper)
    4 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Christchurch

    Pepper is also new to foster and settling into home life beautifully in Christchurch. She’s a confident girl who is doing well with her loose-lead walking. She’s also a bit of a velcro girl who loves being around people, and she’s so, so gentle when taking treats! Pepper is loving having a mixed-breed playmate to share her adventures with.

  • Manon

    (unraced)
    1 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Currently in foster
    Cromwell

    Manon is just ONE year old. She’s just a baby! This bouncy, youthful girl is full of enthusiasm and is very people and dog social. She’s loving having a young mixed-breed playmate with a similar energy level in her foster home in Cromwell. Life is all about making friends and having fun!

Waiting in the Wings

Greyhounds soon to join our care.  

We encourage you to fill in an adoption form, that way if one of our soon to be newcomers matches, we can let you know!

  • Helena

    (Helena Jet)
    5 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Rehoming Kennels
    Cambridge

    Helena is a girl who'd love to be your number one and princess of her realm! Sweet, calm and polite she's easy going.

    Helena doesn't like dogs in her space but has been social on lead with polite dogs.

  • Freddy

    (Kind Of Magic)
    4 year old
    Not cat trainable
    Rehoming Kennels
    Cambridge

    Freddy is a happy go lucky kind of boy who's confident and has a little extra energy at times. He can be a bit bouncy but is learning not to jump up!

    He'd love twice daily walks and a garden to play in. Freddy has been getting used to smaller breeds and learning to greet politely and not so enthusiastically! Suitable for homes with teenagers and adults.