Greyhound Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Colchester, Essex

16 Greyhound Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Colchester, Essex

Find 16 Greyhound dogs for adoption in Colchester, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Greyhound dogs available for adoption in and around Colchester, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Greyhound ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Greyhound that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Greyhound breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

  • Hannah 5

    Hannah

    15 hours ago
    • 5 Year Old Female

    Hannah's ideal home Hannah is a beautiful, gentle girl! She’s an affectionate 5 yr old Greyhound who loves people! She seems to be especially confident and comfortable around women. She walks beautifully on a lead and loves a treat! Hannah could make a fantastic addition to a family or adult only home. She is an ex-racer who has previously lived in kennels, so she may need a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (46 miles)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Jim

    1 day ago
    • 6 Year Old Male

    Jim's ideal home Meet Jim, a 7-year-old boy who is looking for a special someone to help him find his confidence and feel safe in the world. Jim is a very nervous boy who finds meeting new people difficult and will need time, patience and understanding to build a bond. When feeling unsure around unfamiliar people, Jim may freeze or try to move away if he feels he doesn’t

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Marion

    1 day ago
    • 4 Year Old Female

    Marion's ideal home Marion is a lovely 4-year-old girl who is confident meeting new people and greets everyone with a waggy tail! As an ex-racer, Marion enjoys mixing with other Dogs but is much happier socialising with those of a similar size, as her prey drive means she will be keen to chase anything small and fluffy! Marion could live with older primary school-aged

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Oscar 6

    Oscar

    2 days ago
    • 5 Year Old Male

    Oscar's ideal home Oscar is a 5 yr old gorgeous Greyhound! He is currently staying in foster care and we’ve been told he’s “been a dream!” He can initially be a little nervous when in new environments but soon begins to find his paws. Oscar is really friendly when meeting people and adores a good fuss!! He likes to snuggle up with you and will happily take himself off

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (46 miles)

  • Polly 3

    Polly

    6 days ago
    • 2 Year Old Female

    Polly's ideal home Polly is a lovely 2-year-old Greyhound who enjoys the company of people and is settling in well here at the kennels. She can settle nicely in her kennel, although she can get quite excited when it’s time to come out! Polly is still learning to relax and enjoy her walks, but she walks calmly on the lead and is making good progress. She is doing well with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Freya 5

    Freya

    1 week ago
    • 3 Year Old Female

    Freya's ideal home Meet Freya, a lovely 3-year-and-11-month-old girl who is ready to find her forever home! ❤️ Freya can be a little wary when meeting new people, but give her a little time and space, and she soon grows in confidence and shows her friendly personality. When it comes to meeting other Dogs, Freya can be excitable and conflicted, so she will need

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Edith

    2 weeks ago
    • 3 Year Old Female

    Edith's ideal home Edith is a gorgeous 3-year-and-5-month-old girl who is full of personality and ready to find her forever home. She is confident meeting new people and is super friendly with everyone she meets. Edith loves exploring new places, enjoys having a good sniff around and, of course, absolutely loves a good run! She is confident and friendly when meeting other Dogs

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Dino

    2 weeks ago
    • 3 Year Old Male

    Dino's ideal home Dino is a lovely 3-year-old Greyhound who enjoys exploring new places and, generally, being outdoors. He is easily harnessed, although he can be a little wiggly with excitement! Dino loves a fuss and is a very affectionate boy who enjoys spending time with his people. He also loves playing with his toys and would be happiest with a family who can give him

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Juniper

    • 4 Year Old Male

    Juniper's ideal home Juniper is a friendly, happy 4-year-old boy who loves meeting new people. He is confident when meeting other Dogs, although he can feel a little worried around Dogs who are overly playful. Juniper could live with a calm, independent dog who enjoys taking things at his own pace and having a gentle mooch together. He can live with another dog, subject to a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Bono 6

    Bono

    • 11 Year Old Male

    Bono's ideal home Bono is a super handsome 11yr old Lurcher who absolutely adores people! He's friendly with humans and Dogs alike and will be a wonderful addition to most homes. He'll be fine with younger kids as long as they understand when he wants to relax and snooze. He is also friendly with other Dogs and could potentially share with a similar, relaxed and calm doggy

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (46 miles)

  • Graham 1

    Graham

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Graham's ideal home Graham is a super-friendly and playful three-and-a-half-year-old boy who loves spending time with his humans . He enjoys a good fuss, playing with his toys and, of course, treats—food is definitely one of Graham’s favourite things! He is an excitable, fun-loving boy who would thrive with a family that can give him plenty of attention, affection and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Leonardo

    • 2 Year Old Male

    Leonardo's ideal home Leonardo is a happy, confident and friendly two-year-old boy who loves meeting new people. He is an affectionate boy who enjoys a good cuddle and spending time with his humans. Leonardo has medium energy levels and enjoys getting out and about on walks, exploring his surroundings and having fun with his toys. He would make a wonderful companion for a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Maple

    • 4 Year Old Female

    Maple's ideal home Maple is a super sweet four-year-old Greyhound who can be a little lacking in confidence, but with patience, reassurance and time, she really begins to show her lovely personality. She can be shy when first coming out of her kennel and may need some time to warm up in new environments, but once she feels comfortable, she enjoys exploring and having a good

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (24 miles)

  • Diva 5

    Diva

    • 6 Year Old Female

    Diva's ideal home Diva is the sweetest, 6 year old Greyhound looking for a new home. Diva was previously an ex-racing Greyhound, but is now fully enjoying her time in a foster home where she has adapted really well. Diva, is a super polite and calm Greyhound, who could share her home with primary school aged children and another calm, similar sized dog. Due to her racing

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (46 miles)

  • Paddy Longlegs 5

    Paddy Longlegs

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Paddy Longlegs's ideal home Paddy Longlegs is a 3 year old Greyhound. He is a friendly boy who could join a home with children of Primary School age and older providing they are confident around big bouncy Dogs as he can be exciteable at times and may jump up. Paddy came into our care with another Greyhound, Lacey, and they could go to their new home together as they get on

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (40 miles)

  • Lacey 5

    Lacey

    • 4 Year Old Female

    Lacey's ideal home Lacey is a 4yr old Greyhound looking for a calm, quiet home to relax into after living her life so far in racing kennels. She is a friendly girl but can be quite timid and worried about meeting new people, she will need minimal visitors in her new home to help her settle in and her new family may need to come and meet her several times to build a bond before

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (40 miles)

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  • Manhattan 3

    Manhattan

    3 days ago
    • 4 Year Old Male

    Manhattan's ideal home Meet Manhattan (Manny), a 4-year-old Greyhound. Manny is suitable to live with older primary school-aged children and above, provided they are comfortable around large Dogs. He is looking to be the only dog and pet in the home; however, he could have walking friends. As an ex-racer, he has shown signs of a chase drive; for this reason, he wouldn't be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (63 miles)

  • Vinny 2

    Vinny

    3 weeks ago
    • 2 Year Old Male

    Vinny's ideal home Vinny is a young Greyhound who loves to be around people and loves to have doggy walking friends. He could potentially go home with another dog of a similar size, pending meets at the centre. Vinny could live with older primary-aged children. Vinny is an ex-racer, so he would not be suitable to live with small furries or cats. Could you be Vinny's perfect

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (63 miles)

  • Cinders 3

    Cinders

    • 6 Year Old Female

    Cinders's ideal home The beautiful Cinders is a 6 year old Greyhound with the sweetest, loveliest personality. She’s a gentle, affectionate girl who loves people, greeting everyone with a wagging tail and accepting soft fusses. She enjoys engaging in enrichment and likes soft, squeaky toys - she can usually be seen flinging them around and chasing them! Cinders is happy with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (88 miles)

  • Heidi 2

    Heidi

    • 2 Year Old Female

    Heidi's ideal home Meet Heidi, a sweet 2-year-old Greyhound. She is a laid-back girl who loves people and could live with older primary-aged children. Heidi would love a cosy, safe home where she can enjoy quality time with her adopters and spend most of her time relaxing with her family. Provided she is an ex-racing Greyhound, she would not be suitable to live with cats or

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (63 miles)

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  • Adopting a Greyhound usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Greyhound is matched with the right home.

  • Before adopting a Greyhound, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Greyhound can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.

  • Browse the listings on this page to see Greyhound dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Greyhounds closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.

  • Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.

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