Greyhound Pets of America (GPA), a non-profit, tax-exempt organization, was founded in 1987 to promote the adoption of the retired racers and to educate the general public on their suitability as companions.

Greyhounds placed through our program are usually between 18 months and five years old. These ex-racers are intelligent, quiet, clean, gentle, good-natured, adaptable dogs that adjust readily to their new home environment. They are eager to please and respond positively to any attention. They seem grateful for their new homes and regard their new owners with never-ending affection. They do not require a great deal of space to run, as many people think, but they do need exercise. Inside the house they enjoy curling up in a corner on a soft blanket.

Greyhounds spend most of their lives in the company of other dogs, their trainers, and handlers. Greyhounds have all the advantages of breeding and training when it comes to being a good pet. Their sociability generally makes them great with other pets (including cats!). Their temperament makes them wonderful around children and friends. Their intelligence and breed make them perfect house pets, clean, quiet, and loving companions. Whether you are a family looking for a playful friend, or an individual looking for a devoted companion, a well-mannered greyhound could be just the pet for you. Because greyhounds have been raised in kennels, a careful introduction into a suitable home environment is a must for successful placements.

Please visit the Daytona chapter of GPA online at www.greyhoundpetsdaytona.org or call us at (386) 239-3647.