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.

Greyhound Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

41 Greyhound Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

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Seal
- 4 Years Old
Seal's ideal home Goofy boy Seal is looking for a home where he’ll be adored as the only pet and where any children are over the age of 15 years old. He’s not had experience in a home before so will need a family willing to show him it’s not scary! Could you be Seal's perfect match? Beautiful Seal has a personality bigger than his underbite! He’s a lovely boy looking

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (115mi)
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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 • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (115mi)
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Calliope
- 7 Years Old
Calliope's ideal home Meet our gorgeous girlie, Calliope. She's a 7 year old Greyhound who has arrived in our care with little known about her past. Calliope has been a pleasure to care for, greeting everyone she meets gently and with a wiggly tail. She's looking for adopters who can teach her all she needs to know about home life including mastering her housetraining and

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (135mi)
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Desmond
- 3 Years Old
Desmond's ideal home Desmond is an adorable 3 year old Greyhound who has found himself in our care after happily retiring from racing. He is a playful chap who loves a good scratch and cuddle. He is therefore looking for a patient and loving family who can help him settle in to the luxury of home life. Due to his racing history and high prey drive, he should always be kept on

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Glasgow, Scotland (134mi)
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Donny
- 5 Years Old
Donny's ideal home Donny is a 5 year old Greyhound who is the size of a small pony! He's super sweet and affectionate, and enjoys leaning on you to get some scratches. Donny came into our care after retiring from racing, so he is looking for a patient and loving family who can help him settle in to the luxury of home life. Due to his racing history and high prey drive, he

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Glasgow, Scotland (134mi)
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Tippy
- 6 Years Old
Tippy's ideal home Tippy has come into our care after not coping in a busy home environment so is on the search for somewhere quieter to settle. She is suitable to live with secondary school aged children and could live with another calm dog, pending successful meets at the centre. Could you be Tippy's perfect match? Tippy is a 6 year old Greyhound. She will benefit from

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (148mi)
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Caleb
- 5 Years Old
Caleb's ideal home Caleb is a happy chappy who is ready to find his forever home. He is suitable to live with primary school aged children and could live with another dog, pending successful meets at the centre. Could you be Caleb's perfect match? Caleb is a 5 year old Greyhound. We are unsure if he has lived in a home before so he will benefit from having the basics

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (148mi)
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Roy
- 5 Years Old
Roy's ideal home Roy is a bouncy Greyhound who has come into our care as an ex-racer. He is suitable to live with secondary school aged children and could live with another dog of a similar size and breed, pending successful meets at the centre. Could you be Roy's perfect match? Roy is 4 years old and has a brilliant personality! We are unsure if Roy has lived in a home before

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (148mi)
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Ace
- 5 Years Old
Ace's ideal home Ace is a gentle Greyhound who has retired from racing and is ready to start his next chapter in a home. He is suitable to live with primary school aged children and could live with another dog of a similar size and breed, pending successful meets at the centre. Could you be Ace's perfect match? Ace is 4 years old and enjoys spending time with people and other

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (148mi)
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Laurel Longlegs
- 4 Years Old
Laurel Longlegs's ideal home Laurel Longlegs is a handsome 3.5 year-old Greyhound with a gentle, sensible nature. He is looking for a home where he can be the only pet and would be happy living with older primary school aged children. Laurel Longlegs loves his walks and is always delighted to meet new people. A big fan of fuss and cuddles, he also enjoys time off-lead where he

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Rescue Centre / Charity • West Calder, West Lothian (121mi)
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Evie
- 2 Years Old
Evie's ideal home Evie is a truly beautiful 2-year-old Greyhound with a heart of pure gold and a delightfully sweet nature that’s guaranteed to make you smile from the moment you meet her. This goofy, lovable girl is bursting with personality and charm and has a wonderful way of spreading joy wherever she goes. Evie is happiest as the only pet, relishing all the love and

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (105mi)
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Toddy
- 2 Years Old
Toddy's ideal home Toddy is a delightful 2-year-old Greyhound with a charm and energy that instantly lights up any room. This full-of-beans, lovable chap is bursting with character and has a knack for making friends wherever he goes. Toddy is happiest as the only pet, although he can enjoy polite walking buddies on his adventures. He can live with secondary school–aged

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (105mi)
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Lavender Longlegs
- 4 Years Old
Lavender Longlegs's ideal home Lavender Longlegs loves nothing more than her toys! You will need to make space in your home for both her and her giant toy basket full of squeakers! When shes not running around having fun with her toys, you'll find her curled up on the sofa with a teddy companion. Lavender Longlegs loves to spend time with her best friends and is quite the

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Rescue Centre / Charity • West Calder, West Lothian (121mi)
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Jack and Mindy
- 12 Years Old
Jack and Mindy's ideal home Jack and Mindy are a sweet and gentle pair who want nothing more to find a home with each other. They’re both older (Jack is 12 and Mindy is 8) and won’t want to live with young children. However those of around secondary school age would be fine. They’re fine seeing other Dogs out and about but on the whole are not that interested. With the

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (148mi)
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Samson
- 5 Years Old
Samson's ideal home Samson can live with children of high school age but will need to be the only dog as he can snatch toys away from others. He will have spent his life in a kennel environment so please be patient when it comes to house training etc. Could you be Samson's perfect match? Samson is a steady dog who likes to potter about on his lead, leaning in for the Greyhound

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (57mi)
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Tommy
- 4 Years Old
Tommy's ideal home Tommy can live with children of high school age but will need to be the only dog in the home due to being very nervous. He will have spent his life in a kennel environment so please be patient when it comes to house training. Could you be Tommy's perfect match? Poor Tommy spends his day hiding away on the inside of his kennel. We do our best to get him out

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (57mi)
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Tigger
- 2 Years Old
Tigger's ideal home Tigger is a sweet boy who loves human company and joining his human pals on walks. As he hasn’t lived in a home before, it may take a little time for him to adjust in his new surroundings. He hasn’t felt comfortable meeting Dogs here, so will need to be the only pet in his new home, but as his confidence grows, he may be able to share walks with larger

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (148mi)
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River
- 3 Years Old
River's ideal home River is a 2 year old sensitive soul with a gentle heart. This nervous but sweet-natured Whippet cross is looking for a quiet, understanding home where he can truly blossom into the affectionate companion he is meant to be. Once River learns to trust you, you'll discover a loyal, loving dog who adores being close to his people. Due to Rivers previous

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (105mi)
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Daisy
- 4 Years Old
Daisy's ideal home Daisy is an excitable girl who can't wait to meet her family. While we don't know if Daisy has ever been around children before we believe that she would be ok sharing a home with those of primary school age. Daisy has the potential to live with other Dogs. She would prefer her poochy pal to be calm and tolerant. Any match would be subject to a mix in centre

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (148mi)
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Ethel
- 5 Years Old
Ethel's ideal home Ethel is looking for a home where she will be the only pet, but she can socialise with well-suited canine companions out-and-about on walks. Ethel can live with children aged 12 years and over and requires a secure garden with 5 foot fencing to enjoy. As we have no history on Ethel, she is looking for a family who are around the majority of the time and can

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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (115mi)

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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.

About the Greyhound Breed

Greyhounds are a popular dog breed known for their appearance, temperament and suitability for a range of homes. If you are considering this breed, it is worth understanding their typical characteristics, exercise needs, grooming requirements and breeder standards before contacting sellers.

If you are looking for a Greyhound, you can browse current classified listings on our site and read more about the breed before contacting sellers. New to owning a Greyhound? Be sure to check out our Greyhound Buyers Guide plus more information on What should be in a Greyhound puppy starter pack. You can also learn more about the breed in our Greyhound Breed Guide.

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