How old are the retired racers?
– Greyhounds recently retired from racing are usually 2 to 5 years old. The younger dogs may not have run well, may have been injured, or may have belonged to a kennel that’s closed – for the season or permanently. Many of the older dogs are retired because they’re just no longer fast enough to keep up with the youngsters. Considering that the average life expectancy is 12 to 14 years, a retired Greyhound could be with you for a long time. We also sometimes have to find new homes for previously adopted dogs who have been displaced for a variety of reasons.
