Hounds
Retired racing greyhounds available for adoption through Greyhound Crossroads in Upstate South Carolina.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO OUR ADOPTERS!
We are currently doing adoptions on a limited basis, in the Upstate Area of South Carolina, due to the shortage of greyhounds. Most of the tracks closed across the country in 2020, but we have gotten a few dogs from Australia and the two remaining tracks in West Virginia. Please fill out this form so we have your current info and can add you to our list of people interested in greyhound adoption.
If you are a new adopter and are in our adoption area of Upstate SC, please fill out the form below. You will be contacted to complete the approval process, with a home visit, IF we have a greyhound available that will work for your home. If you are already an approved adopter and have adopted from us before, please fill out the form below, so we have your current info and can start looking for a dog that suits your needs.
Greyhound Crossroads Adoption Requests
You will be contacted if we have a greyhound that will be a good match. That may take awhile. We suggest making an adoption donation of $450 WHEN you get your greyhound to help us cover its' medical and transport expenses. We never charge a fee to apply.
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From our friends Down Under: Lily is a sweet and gentle greyhound who's ready to find her forever home! She is a calm and friendly girl who gets along with other dogs, especially retired greyhounds, and is also great with kids. She's been a bit shy at first with new people, but once she feels comfortable, she's very affectionate and loving. Lily enjoys a good run or walk to burn off some energy, but once she's had her exercise, she's just as happy to relax and settle down. She's quiet, well-mannered, and doesn't have a jumpy, excitable nature. Lily takes her time getting to know you, but once she trusts you, she'll be a loyal and affectionate companion. Lily was born on April 1, 2021, so will turn 4 in a couple months. Just as described above, she seemed a bit shy the first night in foster care but quickly settled in for the perfect retirement. More photos of this pretty girl soon! |
Added: February 17, 2025
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From our Australia Friends: Hulk is an energetic and loving greyhound with a heart full of enthusiasm! He is a fantastic walker who enjoys going for long walks and would thrive in a home with an active lifestyle. He walks beautifully on leash, making every outing a pleasure. Hulk is incredibly stable and confident, adjusting easily to new surroundings. He is a social butterfly, always eager to engage with people and share his joy- his tail is constantly wagging in excitement! If you're looking for a happy, active, and affectionate companion, Hulk is ready to bring lots of love and energy into your life. Hulk's foster mom says he is quite the dog! He was born on October 1, 2020 so is currently 4.5 years old. He has no exposure to children, but definitely knows he is way too interested in cats to live with them. He passed his test for tolerance with small dogs. We feel that Hulk will do best living with a family who has a yard for him to exercise in, and the desire to be very active on a daily basis. More as we get to know him!
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Added: February 17, 2025
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From our Australia Friends: Meet George, an energetic and confident greyhound who's read for an active home! George would thrive in a house with a yard, ideally with older kids who can keep up with his high energy. He's social with other greyhounds and enjoys walks alongside them, greeting them at barriers without concern. George does need further training around small animals, but he could potentially live with medium to large dogs after a proper meet and greet. He's strong and excitable on leash, but calms down as the walk progresses. Though energetic, George is confident around unfamiliar people and is always ready for an adventure. If you're looking for a lively, playful companion who loves to be social and active, George could be perfect for your home! George was born on 1.4.22 so is still very much a young boy at heart. His foster home describes him as high energy, confident, and possibly trainable with small dogs and cats. Although he was very curious when meeting them, he would look and then walk away without lunging at them. He may possibly need a retest after he has settled into retirement and has some time away from the excitement of the trip over. He had no exposure to children while in Australia. He was never named so at this time we don't have a registered name for him, and there won't be a race history in Australia. More very soon as he settles in! |
Added: February 17, 2025
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From our Australian friends: Meet Frank, a strong and affectionate greyhound with a heart of gold! Frank can be a bit strong on the leash and pulls at first, but he settles into a nice rhythm and responds well to his handler. He comes when called and is loving towards people, offering positive consent during interactions. While he might tuck his tail when things get a bit overbearing, he quickly recovers and remains calm. Frank is relaxed around other dogs and has lived with another greyhound, walking well beside them. His gentle nature and ability to adapt makes him a great companion for anyone looking for a loving and social dog. Frank turns 7 on February 21st. He hasn't spent time with children, but his incoming testing confirms that he is safe with small dogs. He is too interested in kitties to live safely with them. On arrival he was a little pully on leash, but engaging with the volunteers and a touch sensitive to the excitement. We will have an update on his time settling into retirement soon!
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Added: February 17, 2025
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