What are GPA greyhounds?
Greyhounds placed through the GPA program are usually between 2 and 5 1/2 years old. These ex-racers are very intelligent and adaptable dogs who fit easily into their new home environment, following a brief adjustment period. They are eager to please and respond positively to any attention given them. The majority of ex-track greyhounds are quiet, clean, gentle, good-natured dogs who adapt and get along well with other animals and people. They seem grateful for their new homes and reward 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 the corner on a soft bed. Greyhound males stand 26 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh between 65 and 85 pounds. Females stand 23 to 26 inches at the shoulder and weigh 55 to 70 pounds. They come in many colors: black, white, several shades of brindle, fawn, red, or a combination of these colors. Many people a
