Retired Greyhounds Come Together to Walk for a Cause
15 May, 2017
Greyhound
Adopted greyhounds from around Perth will get together to put their best paw forward to join the Greyhounds as Pets WA (GAP) team at this year’s RSPCA Million Paws Walk, on Sunday 21st May 2017.
More than 40 adopted greyhounds are expected to join GAP at Sir James Mitchell Park in South Perth for the annual dog walk.
“We’re thrilled to once again be involved in the annual RSPCA Million Paws Walk, as it’s a great opportunity for us (GAP) to reconnect with our adoptees and their greyhounds as well as support a great cause,” said GAP Team Manager, Lauren Savage.
To showcase the positive aspects of the breed and give the general public an opportunity to meet and interact with some of the retired greyhounds, GAP will be hosting a booth on the day. GAP staff will also be available to provide information to attendees looking to become a greyhound foster carer or those looking to adopt a greyhound of their own.
“Greyhounds are one of the most adaptable and sweet natured dog breeds, suited to living with families, the elderly and in inner-city apartments and it’s always such a wonderful feeling when you are able to find them their perfect match,” said GAP Team Manager, Lauren Savage.
RWWA has continued to heavily invest in its GAP program, which promotes, encourages and facilitates greyhound pet ownership to the wider community through the provision of safe, healthy greyhounds to homes throughout Western Australia.
“RWWA is committed to ensuring that the best levels of care are given to greyhounds throughout all stages of their lives, through a program of investment, education, monitoring and regulation. When a greyhound retires from the racing industry, at any age, RWWA will aim to have every healthy and behaviourally sound greyhound re-homed,” said Greyhounds Manager Barry Hamilton.