How does adopting a Greyhound work?

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.

What should I know before adopting a Greyhound?

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.

How can I find Greyhound dogs available for adoption near me?

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.

Is there a fee to adopt a Greyhound?

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.

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

7 Greyhound dogs for adoption near Essex, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Greyhound dogs available for adoption in and around Essex, 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.

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Alexa
1 week ago
- 5 Years Old
Alexa's ideal home Alexa is a beautiful 5yr old Greyhound who is full of personality. She's super friendly with people and Dogs and would be fine to live with kids who are comfortable around larger breed Dogs. She will be fine to meet other Dogs out and about but likes her home to be just hers so will need to be the only pet. A secure garden will be ideal so she can continue

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (42mi)
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Liquorice
- 6 Years Old
Liquorice's ideal home Liquorice is a confident and friendly 6-year-old who loves meeting new people and quickly makes himself at home. He thrives on attention, enjoying plenty of fuss and affection—he’ll happily lean into you for a cuddle while being stroked. He’s medium energy, walks calmly on the lead, and enjoys exploring new places without being overly demanding.

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (22mi)
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Dot
- 8 Years Old
Dot's ideal home Dot is a beautiful 8yr old Greyhound who just loves people! She's so friendly with everyone she meets and likes plenty of fuss and attention. She's also great with other Dogs so could potentially share her home with another similar doggy friend. She'll be fine with older kids who are confident around larger Dogs and will enjoy having a big playful girl like

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (42mi)
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Eric
- 6 Years Old
Eric's ideal home Eric is on the search for his forever home! His ideal home would be a loving home that can introduce him to home life. He is a super-friendly boy who can have visitors in the home once he has had time to settle into his new environment. Eric could live with children 10+ who can respect his space when needed. He would like his leave hours to be gradually built

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (62mi)
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Herbie
- 2 Years Old
Herbie's ideal home Herbie is a very handsome 2yr old ex-racing Greyhound who is looking for his first proper home. He is super friendly and full of fun! He'll be fine to live with older kids who are confident around large Dogs and could also share his home with a similar type of dog as he's quite sociable and used to living with other Greyhounds. Could you be Herbie's perfect

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (42mi)
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Billy
- 4 Years Old
Billy's ideal home Billy is a 4-year-old ex-racing Greyhound. Now he’s retired, he is ready to find his forever home! Billy is very affectionate and friendly, so he could live with children if they are used to big Dogs and he could live with a similar dog, pending a successful meet here at the centre first. Due to Billy’s natural prey drive, he could not live with cats or

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (42mi)
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Kelly
- 4 Years Old
Kelly's ideal home Meet Kelly! A sweet 3-year-old Greyhound with a heart full of love and a tail that is always wagging! Kelly is friendly with everyone she meets and enjoys going on walks with other Dogs, though she’d prefer to be the only dog in her home. Although we have not seen any signs of a prey drive, due to her breed, she is unable to live with cats or other small

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (44mi)

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Onyx
1 day ago
- 6 Years Old
Onyx's ideal home Onyx is a truly handsome lad with a gentle soul and a heart full of love to give. He's been wonderfully friendly with everyone he's met, happily soaking up attention and enjoying all the little comforts life has to offer. Whether he's leaning in for a fuss or heading out on one of his sniffari adventures, Onyx takes the world in with quiet curiosity and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (111mi)
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Flanders
- 2 Years Old
Flanders's ideal home Flander’s ideal home is one where he is the only pet and with children aged 12+. He hasn’t had a home to call his own before so a patient and loving family who are willing to slowly build up his leaving hours and help him to gain his confidence in the world. Could you be Flanders's perfect match? Flanders is an affectionate and loving boy who is

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (108mi)
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Cindy
- 8 Years Old
Cindy's ideal home Cindy is an eight-year-old Greyhound with a gentle soul and a heart full of quiet affection. She would thrive in a peaceful home, ideally in a smaller residential or rural area where traffic is light and the pace of life is calm. With her lower exercise needs, Cindy doesn’t require long daily walks, but she would benefit from having her own secure garden

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (85mi)
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Umbreon
- 1 Year Old
Umbreon's ideal home This gorgeous pair are looking for a home where they will be the only pets and where everyone is over the age of 16 years old. They will need a secure garden with 6ft+ fencing as they’re very tall Dogs! They would like their new family to be around throughout the day to help them settle in. Could you be Umbreon's perfect match? If you have space on your

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (108mi)
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Eevee
- 2 Years Old
Eevee's ideal home This gorgeous pair are looking for a home where they will be the only pets and where everyone is over the age of 16 years old. They will need a secure garden with 6ft+ fencing as they’re very tall Dogs! They would like their new family to be around throughout the day to help them settle in. Could you be Eevee's perfect match? If you have space on your sofa

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (108mi)
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Salmon
- 5 Years Old
Salmon's ideal home Salmon is looking for a home with children over the age of 12 and no other animals, but can have doggy friends outside of the home! He is also looking for home that is not overwhelmingly busy as he will be new to a home environment. Could you be Salmon's perfect match? Salmon is a very gentle and friendly boy who likes to explore with his little trot! He

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (108mi)
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William
3 days ago
- 4 Years Old
William's ideal home William would like a home with a secure garden to further his training. He can live with children aged 12+ years but will need to be the only pet in the home. Could you be William's perfect match? William is an adorable cuddly boy who wants to be everyone’s best friend! He will need to be the only dog in the home but will be able to have walking friends

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (108mi)
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Charles
3 days ago
- 5 Years Old
Charles's ideal home Charles is lively but sensitive in equal measures. He is looking for a family where everyone is above the age of 12, are understanding that he likely has not lived in a house before and will need to learn a few things. A quieter environment would be preferable to help him settle into his new environment. Could you be Charles's perfect match? Charles is a

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (108mi)
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Gerry
4 days ago
- 4 Years Old
Gerry's ideal home Gorgeous Gerry is in the race to find his new home. He is able to live with secondary school aged children and can share his home with another Sighthound, pending a successful mix in centre prior to adoption. Gerry is an ex-racer so isn't suitable to live with other animals and wears a muzzle on his walks. Could you be Gerry's perfect match? We have little

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (122mi)
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Dylan
4 days ago
- 4 Years Old
Dylan's ideal home Dashing Dylan is in the race to find his new home. He is able to live with secondary school aged children and can share his home with another Sighthound, pending a successful mix in centre prior to adoption. Dylan is an ex-racer so isn't suitable to live with other animals and wears a muzzle on his walks. Could you be Dylan's perfect match? We have little

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (122mi)
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Teddy
5 days ago
- 9 Years Old
Teddy's ideal home Teddy is a very handsome 9 year old Saluki cross Greyhound looking for his new home. Initially shy with new people, Teddy gets confidence from having a doggy pal around and will need to live with another dog. Teddy is house trained and is a good traveller in the car, previously going on UK dog friendly holidays. Although a sensitive chap, he is an

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (85mi)
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Wexler
1 week ago
- 10 Years Old
Wexler's ideal home Wexler is a handsome 10yr old Greyhound. He is a friendly boy and could join a home with children of Primary School Age and older. He has been sociable around dogs and has the potential to live with a similar size dog pending meets at the centre. He would like someone at home with him most of the time initially to help him settle into his new home and

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (44mi)
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Zoro
1 week ago
- 3 Years Old
Zoro's ideal home Charming Zoro is on the search for his forever home! His ideal home would be with a patient and loving family that can help introduce him to home life. He has had a sheltered start to life and would love a family who can introduce everything to him at his own pace. He would like to be the only dog and pet in the home. Zoro dreams of a private, secure garden

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (62mi)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.