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 Aussie friends: Junior is a sweet black male greyhound who's all about the love and fun! He's a big fan of bum scratches and will happily lean in for as many as you're willing to give. He enjoys his walks and is a dream on the lead, making him the perfect companion for outdoor adventures. He'd love a yard where he can run around, whether it's chasing toys or playing with kids. With his friendly, easy going nature and love for activity, Junior would make a great addition to an active household looking for a fun and affectionate buddy. Junior will turn 5 in October. He tested safe with an Italian Greyhound and a Cavoodle, but not able to relax with the cats. He's also good with children. Junior is listed at 68 lbs so is a nice, medium-sized boy. More as we get to know this awesome boy!
His Australian racing history and pedigree: https://www.thedogs.com.au/dogs/310856/mr-shifty His American greyhound-data listing: https://www.greyhound-data.com/d?z=MgljYb&0=dummy&i=2502319 |
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Added: March 12, 2025
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Gazer just arrived from Australia. He only has two races listed at Grafton and Casino and he placed 7th and 8th. He is a handsome, black male that raced at 71lbs. His DOB is 4/25/21 so is just turning 3 years old. Gazer's sire is Ace Hi Rumble and his dam is Lucille Rumble. He is tattooed in his left ear NKCHX and is microchipped. He was neutered, had his dental and all his shots in Australia before being transported to the US. This is the description we received from his previous owner: This guy is the perfect example of the cruisy greyhound. He likes to play for a little while, but then it is nap time. His favorite pastime is food tasting. Gazer has a great attitude towards life and lives it to the fullest. He is a very happy boy and loves being with his people. He is good with the Italian Greyhound he met. Cats roam the property and although most of the dogs don't interact with them, they can observe them and don't get excited when they do see them. Children interact with regularly (8 and up). Children can lead him around and he will not pull on the lead. Gazer just wants to get in the car and settles quickly and travels well. He is crate trained and is happy to sit in his crate and watch his people while they work. Gazer has been a great boy since he arrived. He absolutely loves the kids he saw ages 4 to 9. He is so friendly and happy and great on leash. He has been quiet in his crate. Gazer has been living with small dogs in his foster home. He absolutely can not live with cats. He was very focused on the cat and didn't back away even when it slapped him. Gazer does travel very well. What a nice, friendly, happy guy! UPDATE! Kai has done really well in his adoptive home since last year, but recently had an unfortunate surprise encounter with an unexpected cat. He's demonstrated that even though time has passed, he is NOT a dog who can live peacefully with them either inside or out. Otherwise, he's a splendid, friendly, and well traveled dog just waiting for his new start with the perfect family! |
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Added: April 22, 2024
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