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[WA] Greyhound Adoptions $75 (Usually $350) @ Greyhounds as Pets
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His_Holiness on 08/04/2021 - 00:30 greyhoundsaspets.com.au (4231 clicks)

Win first place in their heart and adopt a greyhound during this year’s Greyhound Adoption Month, with $75 adoptions during April 2021.

Greyhounds are affectionate and sweet natured dogs who love human companionship. Despite their big appearance, greyhounds do not need vast amounts of space, in fact they thrive in urban spaces. They are very adaptable and equally suited to large properties, suburban homes, units and even apartments. They are low maintenance pets who enjoy a 15-20 minute walk each day, and sleep for up to 20 hours per day.

Adoptions through GAP are usually $350, but for adoption month they are discounted to $75!

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                    • afoveht on 08/04/2021 - 19:13
                      +1

                      @trentgibbo: No by my argument the racing industry should be completely boycotted and ultimately abolished. Leo Tolstoy: "I sit on a man's back, choking him and making him carry me, and yet assure myself and others that I am very sorry for him and wish to ease his lot by all possible means - except by getting off his back." Wanna make a difference to greyhounds? Stop exploiting them now.

                      I mean quantitatively.

                      If you stop eating and wearing animals you can "save" over 100 per year without adopting anything. These welfare type measures while continuing to exploit animals are just a big circlejerk.

                      The root of the problem is seeing animals as things and resources, not as individuals with the right to be left alone. Tinkering around this position leads you the the types of BS in this post. This opposition to this position is called veganism.

                      • trentgibbo on 09/04/2021 - 08:47

                        @afoveht: We both agree it should be boycotted. I just believe you can boycott it while saving an animals life. I'm not sure if you have ever worked for a large company but I can tell you they will have nothing meaningful in their KPIs around number of dogs fostered each year; they simply won't care and nor will the average punter. Anyway, we've beaten this proverbial and I clearly can't change your mind so good luck to you.

                        • afoveht on 09/04/2021 - 08:52

                          @trentgibbo: You haven't changed my mind because you are focusing on a single issue without regard to a larger problem.

                          Perhaps you will change your own mind after watching this?

      • brotherfranciz on 08/04/2021 - 11:20
        +3

        This mob is basically selling their waste products and trying to appease their own cognitive dissonance. Might as well "adopt" from breeders or butchers.

        I'm not entirely sure what your point is:

        1. The alternative is to put them down. So are you saying that they should do this instead of offering them up for adoption?

        2. You have an issue with them charging for the adoption? They are certainly not trying to make a profit. Quoting their FAQ below:

        What are the adoption fees and what is included?
        The adoption fee for all of our greyhounds is $350 which includes a dog that is vet-checked, vaccinated, microchipped, de-sexed and intestinally wormed.
        All greyhounds that are rehomed via GAP have been through the National Temperament Assessment and therefore have been issues with a Green Collar. A Green Collar means that the greyhound is able to be un-muzzled in public areas.
        GAP also provides all adopted greyhounds with a lead and muzzle (in case there are situations where you’d prefer to use a muzzle, for example introducing your greyhound to other animals).

        Be the bigger person and don't let other peoples' bad morals stop you from adopting these innocent animals.

        • 1st-Amendment on 08/04/2021 - 11:29
          -2

          The alternative is to put them down. So are you saying that they should do this instead of offering them up for adoption?

          No, the alternative is that another dog somewhere else will be put down because you chose a Greyhound over any other breed that isn't bred specifically for death.

          • booftermatt on 08/04/2021 - 11:48

            @1st-Amendment: So your issue is with puppy farming? If so I totally agree, but greyhounds are bred to race, not for death. Until racing is outlawed the cycle can’t be broken

        • afoveht on 08/04/2021 - 12:41
          +1

          My issue is there are other places to get dogs that aren't there specifically to churn through animals looking for winners.

          Will there be victims? Of course. That's not because people aren't picking up these racers' "trash" but because the racers themselves are causing this.

        • dbmitch on 08/04/2021 - 20:42

          Spot on mate, typical peps saying not to do it, while offering no solutions or alternatives.

    • VictoriousBboy on 08/04/2021 - 08:11

      It would be. I hope everyone upvoting this has engaged with Free the Hounds and signed their petition to end racing in WA.

    • bargaino on 08/04/2021 - 09:30

      stop racing animals for our enjoyment.

      In one place, after ethical complaints, they tried racing lawyers instead of dogs.
      Unfortunately, the punters did not care which lawyer won, and went home to their families. Gambling revenue plummeted.

  • CyberMurning on 08/04/2021 - 07:53

    I thought racing has been demolished?

    • TheBean on 08/04/2021 - 08:05

      Has not been abolished yet, at least not in WA.

    • DingoBlue on 08/04/2021 - 09:12
      +1

      It was banned in NSW by a very brave premier, only to be reverted later by a weasel premier. (I think it was actually the same guy, in response to AM radio and yokels).

      • CyberMurning on 08/04/2021 - 09:18

        omg…. they should abolished that guy!

      • bargaino on 08/04/2021 - 09:24
        -6

        Brave premier?

        Brave enough to ban a working-class sport. Not brave enough to tackle the horse-racing industry.

    • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 09:17

      Only in the ACT currently. Both major parties support it in every other jurisdiction so its unlikely to change soon.

  • bmxr on 08/04/2021 - 08:04
    +8

    Greys are an incredibly quiet, lazy and affectionate breed.

    Ours didn't need any additional training or a muzzle and fit straight in to domestic life with ease.

    The adoption programme will match one to your exact situation, be it full-time/part-time workers, other pets in the house, young kids, small apartments, large yards etc.. there's a perfect match for everyone!

    • Adsy on 08/04/2021 - 10:48
      +1

      We had a Grey from a different NSW organisation, but unfortunately had to return him after about 9 months, as he just wasn't a good fit with our kids, and despite our best efforts and training, was increasingly anxious around them, and ended up snapping at our 8 year old. The amount of exposure to children that they get isn't enough to determine their suitability for a family with children, unfortunately.

      If we didn't have kids, we'd still have the dog, as he was genuinely lovely around adults.

      So while I agree that there's likely a good match for everyone, it isn't entirely without risk.

  • jettim76 on 08/04/2021 - 08:19
    +3

    Kinda split on this one. On one hand, I want to help poor abused creatures but on the other, I don't want to give even a hint of a coin to the industry, with absolute monsters at the helm.

    • VictoriousBboy on 08/04/2021 - 08:25
      +1

      Your taxes are already going to them anyway tbh. May as well save a life at a discounted rate IMO.

      • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 08:50

        To the tune of about $140m last year, from memory.

        Preference the Animal Justice Party or the Greens first next election, if that doesn't seem right to you. Both Labor and the Liberals support greyhound racing.

        • jettim76 on 08/04/2021 - 08:57

          Been doing that for years!
          If the other parties want to support the "racing", let the fat pricks run around those courses several times a week.

        • 1st-Amendment on 08/04/2021 - 11:36

          Problem here is the Greens are (profanity) at pretty much everything else. So, I'd like to support animals, but I'm not letting the country burn in the process.

          • jettim76 on 08/04/2021 - 11:39
            +3

            @1st-Amendment: "Problem here is the Greens are (profanity) at pretty much everything else.".

            Care to provide an example ? Last time I checked, they were at the front of doing everything they can to make sure that our planet is a habitable place for future generations.

            Same cannot be said about the other parties.

          • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 11:48
            +3

            @1st-Amendment:

            I'm not letting the country burn in the process.

            How's that going for you?

            • 1st-Amendment on 08/04/2021 - 12:11

              @[Deactivated]: Pretty good. How's it going for you?

              • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 13:17
                +1

                @1st-Amendment: Not great.

                If you actually still think the Liberal/Labor duopoly is working after the incompetence and corruption in all levels of government recently, then I don't know what to say.

                • 1st-Amendment on 08/04/2021 - 13:33

                  @[Deactivated]: Lol, maybe go live in a third world country sometime and see how that compares.
                  Or maybe just switch off the news fear factory and go and enjoy living in the most peaceful and prosperous society humanity has ever known.

                  then I don't know what to say.

                  It's common problem with Greens voters. They get angry about various things, but they can never really elaborate why.

                  • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 14:00
                    +2

                    @1st-Amendment:

                    Lol, maybe go live in a third world country sometime and see how that compares.

                    I have. Is that the best measure of Australia? Not as shit as developing nations?

                    Or maybe just switch off the news fear factory

                    I'm sure everything would seem fine if you ignore what's happening. Not everyone is happy living a life of ignorance.

                    enjoy living in the most peaceful and prosperous society humanity has ever known.

                    Australia isn't even close on either metric.

                    You appear to be friends with Scott Morrison? Or possibly even the shit bloke himself?

                    • 1st-Amendment on 08/04/2021 - 14:44

                      @[Deactivated]:

                      I have. Is that the best measure of Australia? Not as shit as developing nations?

                      The best measure of anything is to compare against others. Feel free to nominate somewhere you think is doing a better job. But just saying 'is not' is not an argument (outside of the Greens party)
                      I'll start you off with the Economic Freedom Index which has Australia at #3 worldwide: https://www.heritage.org/index/ranking

                      I'm sure everything would seem fine if you ignore what's happening.

                      Things seem better when you remove yourself from the media that thrive on perpetuating controversy. Tell me, what bad things happened to you today that you didn't hear about in the media?

                      Australia isn't even close on either metric.

                      See my original statement which you just confirmed for us all.
                      "It's common problem with Greens voters. They get angry about various things, but they can never really elaborate why."

                      • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 15:41
                        +1

                        @1st-Amendment:

                        I'll start you off with the Economic Freedom Index which has Australia at #3 worldwide:

                        You've just given two other countries that are doing better by that metric. Claiming something that is wrong according to even your own evidence is not an argument (outside of the Liberal party).

                        Tell me, what bad things happened to you today that you didn't hear about in the media?

                        Who cares what's happening as long as it doesn't directly disadvantage you, right?

                        I think you need to redo your empathy training.

                        • 1st-Amendment on 08/04/2021 - 16:36

                          @[Deactivated]:

                          You've just given two other countries that are doing better by that metric.

                          Yep, and 180 that are worse off for that one metric. If you then cross reference a few of those you'll find Australia is in the top tier of all of them.
                          And yet you still l refuse to nominate anywhere you believe is better… Typical whinger…always complains but never offers a better solution

                          Who cares what's happening as long as it doesn't directly disadvantage you, right?

                          I specifically asked you what has happened to you, and you refused to offer a response.

                          I think you need to redo your empathy training.

                          Someone needs to learn how to communicate like an adult. But being a Greens voter, that probably isn't your thing…

                          • VictoriousBboy on 08/04/2021 - 18:02
                            +2

                            @1st-Amendment: Why do you actually hate Greens voters so much? I haven’t met a Greens voter who thinks they’re going to be running the country, yet you seem to think this?

                            • Ezekiel2320 on 08/04/2021 - 18:24
                              +3

                              @VictoriousBboy: Probably not too bright, and gets their talking points from Sky news. Another failure of the education system :'(

                              • 1st-Amendment on 09/04/2021 - 08:25

                                @Ezekiel2320:

                                Probably not too bright, and gets their talking points from Sky news. Another failure of the education system

                                Indeed. Here's some reading material for you to get up to speed. See which logical fallacy you think you are guilty of: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Informal_fallacy

                              • Deseret on 09/04/2021 - 08:42
                                +3

                                @Ezekiel2320: "Greens are ruining this country but I can't name a single policy they have put forth nor have I read their policy strategy on their website. I have, however, heard Alan Jones propagandise the NSW bushfires and floods as the Greens fault despite them not being in (profanity) power. Where I live, common sense is not so common, making it easy for me to buy into the Liberal party slogan of 'good economic managers' despite the heightened casualised employment as well as underemployment epidemic, stagnant economic and wage growth, curtailed education and health funding in the public sector, increased net foreign debt, etc. since they formed government in 2013. The one thing they had almost achieved prior to COVID was a budget surplus, which I have no idea why is important but Josh Frydenberg sold me a 'back in black" mug and I believe the surplus we have temporarily at the cost of everyone's welfare is the panacea to all my ailments."

                            • 1st-Amendment on 09/04/2021 - 08:18

                              @VictoriousBboy:

                              Why do you actually hate Greens voters so much?

                              I don't hate Greens voters. I do think their ideas are poorly thought out though.

                              I haven’t met a Greens voter who thinks they’re going to be running the country, yet you seem to think this?

                              I don't think this. So you're zero from two.

    • bio on 08/04/2021 - 09:38

      The paperwork and health checks are most likely more expensive than simply euthanising the poor animals, and probably cost them more than $75, so you are in fact hurting the industry by adopting one.

      • banana365 on 08/04/2021 - 12:15

        Nonsense. Step back and look at the bigger picture. This helps make them look considerate and caring. The more they look like that the less likely people are to push for stricter regulation or a ban.

        This is a loss leader. The "$1 a litre milk" of the greyhound racing industry. Lose a little on one aspect, gain a lot on the rest.

        • bio on 08/04/2021 - 13:09

          The alternative is to let those dogs die just to motivate people to push for stricter regulations.

          Why not both? Just adopt one if you want/can, then use the dog to demonstrate the monstrous practices of those people.

          • banana365 on 08/04/2021 - 18:12

            @bio: As has been stated a number of times here, you can adopt from other organisations whose aim is not to perpetuate greyhound racing. If you have finite resources (nobody can take all the dogs) then adopt from somewhere with a healthier long term goal.

  • GreyChris on 08/04/2021 - 08:23
    +10

    Got my grey 2 years ago on a similar program. $75 for a new best friend has been amazing. Considering they are already desexed they already have most of the big costs removed.

    To be honest the $75 is a great sweetener however having a good idea of your finances is important too. Obviously still a lot of responsibility and a lot of real costs. With greys need to budget for a teeth clean every year which can be up to $1000. Surprise Sunday animal hospital visits can also get expensive if they get up to full speed and break a toe, this happened to me and was about $1000 for that weekend. I'd recommend pet insurance. Comprehensive packages set up back about $1000 a year though. This is all excluding food etc.

    Also to curb expectations they're unlike any breed I've had before. Would highly recommend reading adoption guides. They are precious creatures.
    Another option is to foster greyhounds for local orgs. All costs will be covered including food and vet bills. This is getting the dog settled while they find their forever home.

    A few considerations as I wouldn't want one to bankrupt someone however one of the best decisions I've made was to get one

    • popsiee on 08/04/2021 - 08:59
      +1

      You have good advice with foster a greyhound basically to see how you go with them and saving some greyhounds in the back log . It was a easy google search to find them .
      And bad advice with pet insurance if you know the margins they work on :)

    • bargaino on 08/04/2021 - 09:33

      already desexed they already have most of the big costs removed.

      Is there a cheap way? (this is OzB)

      https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/dog-castration-ques…

      hmmm ….

  • ash2000 on 08/04/2021 - 08:27
    +7

    It's great that these dogs are being rehomed after a loveless and tortured start to life, however, if someone can't afford $350 then they really can't afford to own a dog.

    • Mosher on 08/04/2021 - 08:49
      +1

      If I get another dog it will be front a shelter not a pet shop

      I have never had a dog from a pet shop

      • jettim76 on 08/04/2021 - 08:59
        +3

        That's what I've been doing also. The number of crying eyes at those shelters watching your every move around is heartbreaking to say the least!

      • Laziofogna on 08/04/2021 - 14:51

        And?

  • Mosher on 08/04/2021 - 08:47
    +2

    How many people are going to call their greyhound santa's little helper?

    • ebosh on 08/04/2021 - 09:47
      +1

      How many people are going to call their greyhound santa's little helper?

      Or Santos L. Halper

    • Homr on 08/04/2021 - 16:38

      That's my dogs name, what a coincidence

  • CyberMurning on 08/04/2021 - 09:18

    we are not going to touch horse racing issue ? i disagree with that too

  • jettim76 on 08/04/2021 - 09:20
    +3

    You can start here and tell your local MP to band Greyhound racing altogether.

    https://www.animalsaustralia.org/take_action/ban-greyhound-r…

    • pharkurnell on 08/04/2021 - 10:40
      +3

      What sort of band? rock or grunge?

  • noscopedJFK on 08/04/2021 - 09:36

    Great cause. No idea why this isn’t banned in WA yet.

  • cenakhoa on 08/04/2021 - 09:46

    Unpopular opinion from a greyhound owner, they naturally love running. Every morning I run with my dog, he often run a head of me with tons of excitement. Greyhound racing should had stricter rules to prevent overbreeding, abusing and unethical treatment, establishing a retirement plan instead of completely banned. I agree that the condition of greyhound racing is terrible in Australia of course

    • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 10:08
      +3

      I've fostered greyhounds for years. A lot don't care for running, even when they're in an open field. Some don't even get up for walks. Either way, there's a huge difference between forcing a dog to race around a dangerous track at high speeds and running alongside a pet.

      All of my ex-racing fosters were injured at some point during their racing careers (you can check this online). Some have carried long-term injuries from it.

    • fivespice on 08/04/2021 - 20:00

      I would prefer complete ban. There's no ethical way to have animals run as fast as possible for betting purposes.

  • suzley on 08/04/2021 - 11:12
    +7

    I have had my greyhound for three months now and he is an absolute delight! Two years old, didn't take to racing (sensible lad). He is no trouble at all. Sleeps a lot of course, but insists on going out twice a day at least. I am an older person and was looking for a medium-sized older dog - 7 years up. How I ended up with a two-year-old greyhound, I am not sure, but it certainly was the right decision. Homeward Bound Hounds. Visit their website.

  • xtremehell on 08/04/2021 - 11:22
    -4

    Please help support the Greyhound racing industry and adopt. It has fallen on hard times cos of hippies and animal rights BS.

    • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 11:28
      +5

      I've visited trainers and personally seen how greyhounds are treated horrifically by the industry. It isn't BS.

      Go see for yourself if you don't believe it.

  • try2bhelpful on 08/04/2021 - 11:23
    +1

    I live in Fitzroy and we have a few people with ones around here; all the ones I've seen are really well trained and gentle as lambs. Very few have muzzles and you never feel that might be an issue.

    • Baysew on 08/04/2021 - 12:56
      +1

      What about the dogs?

  • popsiee on 08/04/2021 - 11:33
    +1

    I've notice a lot more greyhounds being around nowadays than in the past that probably would have been killed .
    No statistics though but it has to be these type of programs working .

    • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 11:37
      -2

      17,000 greyhounds are killed in Australia each year by the greyhound racing industry. Does that sound like it's working to you?

      https://kb.rspca.org.au/knowledge-base/what-are-the-animal-w…

      • popsiee on 08/04/2021 - 12:12
        +1

        So 17K killed vs 100K or whatever in the past .
        Yes seems to be working :)
        Come back when you haven't cherry picked numbers and stats prior to these programs .

        • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 12:54

          Where are you getting 100k from? You're just making stuff up. There's never even been that level of breeding in Australia to support those sort of numbers.

          Post your sources if you believe greyhound deaths relative to breeding have decreased.

          And GAP has been around for over 30 years. These aren't new programs.

          • popsiee on 08/04/2021 - 15:36
            -1

            @[Deactivated]: Don't you understand 100K or whatever ( as I don't have the stats ).

            The main point is more greyhound are saved with these programs than without them and most importantly live a good life style !

            • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 15:47
              +1

              @popsiee:

              Don't you understand 100K or whatever ( as I don't have the stats ).

              Right, so you made it up. From what I can find, there are more greyhounds being killed by the industry currently than ever before - even with greyhound breeding declining.

              The main point is more greyhound are saved with these programs than without them and most importantly live a good life style !

              Again, 17,000 needless deaths isn't 'working'. GAP WA adopted out 304 greyhounds last financial year (and that number includes dogs that were subsequently returned). A few greyhounds being saved whilst the vast majority are killed isn't a positive outcome, especially considering the greyhound racing industry (which GAP is) could reduce that number to 0.

    • NinongSmart on 08/04/2021 - 18:56

      lol on this comment.. here have an upvote..

  • banana365 on 08/04/2021 - 12:21
    +1

    These guys are also in Perth and are currently experiencing a massive boost in available dogs due to the recent upturn in rental evictions.

    Go and help them - https://www.dogshome.org.au/

  • mr_asstight on 08/04/2021 - 12:54

    Greyhounds are super dumb

  • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2021 - 16:48
    +3

    Cruel racing of animals should be banned. It's 2021, animals aren't gambling products.

    Even the NSW Liberal government saw the abuse for what it was and criminalised greyhound racing… until the industry had a sook and the government lost their spine.

    • CyberMurning on 09/04/2021 - 08:47

      true i rather bet on who will win USA election…..

  • slugsandsnails on 08/04/2021 - 17:16

    So owning a greyhound is like having a cat except cats walk themselves and bury their own poo!

  • bargain huntress on 08/04/2021 - 21:49

    I wish I could get to wa

    I hope they all find loving forever homes

    • Geekomatic on 08/04/2021 - 21:51

      Me, too. I live in WA w/my son who said, "no". :(

      • bargain huntress on 08/04/2021 - 21:53

        awwww

        wait a second… How come your son can tell you what to do?! My parents don't listen to me AT ALL.

        Go get a greyhound!

  • Tsnizz on 09/04/2021 - 07:11
    +1

    Highly recommend. We adopted a Grey just over a year ago and I would never have another breed now. He is the sweetest, most gentle, loving companion we could ever imagine. He is an ex racer, all we had to do really was teach him to climb stairs which he hated at first, they take some adjusting to home life and just being a dog as he is used to being neglected (he only started 'playing' at 6 month mark. He despises cats but so do I, and most dogs do anyway. They truly only need a quick walk once a day otherwise will lounge around and sleep 90% the day away until I get home and am greeted with a very warm welcome!

  • Tomas on 14/04/2021 - 20:53
    +1

    We adopted our greyhound from GAP. They were able to find us a cat friendly hound that had fostered with cats. He was an absolute joy, and our hearts are still in tatters after losing him two years ago to cancer. We used to dismiss pet insurance until we had to pay out a fortune to try to keep our boy alive. We since got Trupanion for our older cats and it's already been much more worthwhile than our own health insurance. Every time you're out with your grey you will have a conversation about how wonderful greys are as pets and how we should be phasing out racing. Nobody advocates for greyhounds better than greyhounds.

    • CyberMurning on 15/04/2021 - 00:00
      +1

      Agree. Whoever come up with using animal for racing should be banished from earth. Including horse racing.

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