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    Blue

    5 yr 7 mo
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    LocationPeaceful Pets - Retired Greyhounds, Lincolnshire
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    Beth

    6 yr 10 mo
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    LocationAlfie's Dream for Greyhounds, Dumfries and Galloway
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    Bruno

    6 yr 11 mo
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    LocationHomes4Hounds, North Lanarkshire
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    Hippo

    7 yr 1 mo
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    LocationYarmouth Greyhound Homefinders, Norfolk

Greyhounds as pets

Learn more about what amazing pets greyhounds make and how to welcome one into your life.

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Greyhounds as Pets

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    When greyhounds finish their racing career between the ages of 1 and 5 years old, they retire
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    Try to find out all you can about greyhounds (their personality, quirks, temperament and needs) to help you
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    Try to find out all you can about greyhounds (their personality, quirks, temperament and needs) to help you
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    Before your new best friend arrives there will be a few things for you to prepare for
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    The advice is very much start as you mean to go on but above all be calm, consistent and patient with your new housemate.
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    Remember that up until the day he/she comes home, your greyhound will have lived in a kennel with their pack, having
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    Spring has arrived and Graham’s mum has entered full spring-cleaning mode. Cupboards are being emptied, toys are under threat, and Graham is deeply concerned about the future of his favourite bed. Graham shares his official guide to what humans should keep, what they can throw away, and why the most important thing to make space for this spring is cuddles on the sofa.
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    Spring is a wonderful season for longer walks and outdoor adventures with your greyhound, but it also brings seasonal risks. From wildlife awareness and parasites to spring plants, weather changes, and delicate greyhound skin care, this guide covers everything UK greyhound owners need to know to keep their dogs safe, healthy, and happy throughout the season.
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    After waiting three years at Fen Bank Greyhound Sanctuary, Oliver finally found his special home with Zoe and James. Discover how one gentle greyhound transformed their family life and why adopting a retired racer could be the best decision you ever make.
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