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One of the most common questions we get from new greyhound parents is ‘What toys should we get? - and while I would love to give you a nice easy catch-all answer, there simply isn't one!

We always talk about what life is like for our retired greyhounds once they come into our homes, but before they are roaching up a storm on our couches, they lived the elite athlete lifestyle. And who was right by their side through this part of their lives?

There are tonnes of ways to keep a greyhound entertained, and I have tried them all over my 5 years of owning greyhounds. There are several reasons you may want to provide some extra enrichment for your dog: they get bored when they are alone, or maybe you need a way to slow down their eating.

I used to work as a dog trainer, and I have honestly seen it all when it comes to dog behaviour. It is a common misconception that large breeds are more aggressive than small ones - but I completely and utterly disagree. The only dogs that have ever scared me have been chihuahuas and dachshunds - but in truth, a dog's temperament comes a LOT from its training.

As I write this, I am patting my newest pet, Mr Pancake, and admiring his fancy new green collar – he passed his assessment earlier today, and we adopted him on the spot as planned. He passed with flying colours, and I am oh so proud of my big boy! It occurred to me that not everyone will know exactly what goes on at an assessment, so I thought I would break it down for you.

It is no surprise to hear that Australia has hot summers – we are famous for it. With the mercury set to tip over 45 degrees multiple times this year, it is increasingly important to be prepared, especially when it comes to our beloved pets.

New Year is an incredibly fun time of year for us humans – there are parties, food, drinks, celebration, resolutions, and even fireworks!

Christmas can be a stressful time for us all, but it can also be filled with joy.

Greyhounds are such strange creatures: some of my friends claim they are not of this world, or not even dogs at all. They're a weird concoction of long legs and attitude, and my three catch me off guard all the time with their quirks! I've compiled some of my absolute favourite greyhound-isms for you, so that you can look out for them in the hounds you know.

Modern purebred dogs are often victim to several health ailments, many of which have been bred-in to accentuate certain features that are ‘desirable’ in show dogs. For example, German Shepherds often suffer hip issues because of their slanted backs, and Pugs often suffer sinus issues due to their squat noses. Greyhounds, however, have been bred to be prime athletes - strong, healthy, and fit - and this means they have fewer health issues than many other breeds!

When a foster greyhound comes home, you have to remember that they have likely never been in a house before. Everything in your home is brand new and super cool and interesting! They’ve never seen any of these weird human things before, and that can elicit a lot of excitement, as well as apprehension.

One of the most common questions we get asked from those considering adopting a greyhound is ‘how much do I need to feed them?’ – and this is no surprise. Greyhounds are large dogs, and concerns about food budgets and sourcing are valid! However, most hounds aren’t very picky – and we have so much information to share with you on this topic.

No dog breed is perfect – every single dog comes with its challenges. Greyhounds, though, are some of the most peculiar dog breeds I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Their many quirks are most often endearing – but occasionally, they can be stressful.

These days, greyhounds are synonymous with super speed and athleticism - but this isn’t where the breed began, and the history might surprise you!

"Having worked as a dog trainer with dozens of different breeds I can tell you this – there is truly nothing quite like a greyhound".

Fostering a retired greyhound is one of the most rewarding things a person can do. But how do you decide if you’re ready to do it? Would you like to know more about what’s involved? We are here to answer all your questions!

Young kids and dogs have one very annoying trait in common – they make taking medicine one of the most difficult tasks on earth.

Nothing breaks your heart more than hearing your greyhound crying as you pull out of the driveway. They miss you already, and now the whole neighbourhood knows about it. So, what do you do from here?

Ask Usain Bolt to run a marathon and you’ll watch him lose – badly. But what about a greyhound?

Greyhounds enrich all of our lives, and the way we can make their time with us even better is through positive reinforcement.

Greyhounds are a hugely popular breed of dog these days. But there are still lots of people out there potentially wary of adopting greys due to a few common misconceptions about greyhounds. Here are the Top 9!

Older greyhounds require a baseline activity of around 20 minutes, twice a day.

Please note that as of 4/3/22, GAP no longer requires its staff, volunteers, and fosterers and adopters to be vaccinated for COVID-19 to attend any GAP facility or event.

The ideal walking pattern is when a dog walks close to its owner’s hip with a loose leash.

Fruit is jam-packed full of good stuff like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre. This goodness can provide many health benefits for your dog including boosting their immune system, improving gut health, and have also been known to help prevent cancer.

To understand how hot weather affects greyhounds, you first need to understand the difference between people and greys, and the different ways in which our bodies work to maintain a stable operating temperature.

Now is the pawfect time to get your dogs' breath in check and set up a dental routine that will keep them smiling without the pawful breath.