What is Fostering
Fostering is a rewarding way to support a greyhound on their journey to finding their forever home.
As a foster carer, you provide companionship, routine and gentle guidance, helping your greyhound build confidence, become comfortable with everyday family life and prepare for adoption.
Foster a greyhound
Provide a greyhound with a caring home while helping them settle into everyday routines, discover new experiences and show more of their personality.
Your feedback along the way also helps our team understand the type of home where they may thrive.
Foster to Adopt allows you to welcome a greyhound into your home with the intention of adopting them once the foster period is complete.
It gives you time to get to know your greyhound, build a bond and make sure they are the right fit for your home and lifestyle.
Foster to adopt
What we provide
We want both you and your greyhound to feel supported from the beginning. Our team provides the essentials, guidance and ongoing support throughout the foster placement.
Premium dry food
Pet mince
Learner jacket
Coat, collar & lead
Muzzle
Food & water bowls
Dog bed
Flea & worming treatments
Any vet costs covered
Information pack
Ongoing GAP support
24/7 emergency contact line
A new home.
A new chapter.
Hear from one of our greyhound families and discover the difference fostering or adoption can make.
Ready to meet your new companion?
Frequently Asked Questions
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Foster carers come from all kinds of homes and backgrounds, and no previous greyhound experience is required. We’ll consider your home, routine, lifestyle and any other pets when finding a suitable match.
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Every greyhound is different. A foster placement may last a few weeks or a couple of months, depending on the individual greyhound and their needs.
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You’ll provide a safe and secure home, daily care, routine, transport when required and regular updates for our team.
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Yes, depending on your household and the individual greyhound. Our team will work with you to find a suitable match and provide guidance for introductions.
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Any required veterinary care will be arranged in consultation with our team and covered by GAP.
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Our team will guide you through the next steps and help make the transition as smooth as possible for you, your foster greyhound and their future family.