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    Fred

    6 yr 7 mo
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    Male
    LocationRGOA, Essex
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    Timmy

    7 yr 8 mo
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    Male
    LocationBarley Greyhound Sanctuary, Essex
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    Roo

    6 yr 4 mo
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    Female
    LocationRGOA, Essex
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    Aussie

    5 yr 5 mo
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    Male
    LocationAlfie's Dream for Greyhounds, Dumfries and Galloway

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 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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    In this heartwarming greyhound adoption story, GHUK staff Tom shares his own journey of bringing retired racing greyhound Blossom home with the support of Lincolnshire Greyhound Trust. From her calm first day in a quiet countryside bungalow to her playful “mad five minutes” and sofa snuggles, , Blossom’s transition into retirement shows just how beautifully greyhounds adapt to calm, home life, and why we all need a greyhound by our side.
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