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Greyhounds placed through the GPA program usually are between two and five years
old. These ex-racers are intelligent, quiet, clean, gentle, good-natured, adaptable
dogs who adjust readily to their new home environment. They are eager to please
and respond positively to any attention. They seem grateful for their new homes
and regard 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 a corner on a soft blanket. Greyhounds spend
most of their lives in the company of other dogs, their trainers, and handlers.
Greyhounds have all the advantages of breeding and training when it comes to being
a good pet. Their sociability generally makes them great with other pets (including
cats!). Their temperament makes them wonderful around children and friends. Their
intelligence and breed make them perfect house pets, clean, quiet, and a loving
companion. Whether you are a family looking for a playful friend, or an individual
looking for a devoted companion, a well-mannered greyhound could be just the pet
for you. Because greyhounds have been raised in kennels, a careful introduction
into a suitable home environment is a must for successful placements.
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