Greyhound Rehoming Cairns and Tablelands District

14/08/2024

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Henry was adopted 16.07.2024

14/08/2024

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Anna was adopted 10.07.2024

29/07/2024

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SUSIE (Racing name (Safari Train) IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING***
Please read our guidelines here before applying to adopt 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/notes/1444849889239166/
To apply to adopt please fill out the appropriate form:
For this dogga https://form.jotform.co/91457110205850

If you have any questions we’re happy to help if you email: [email protected]
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ABOUT SUSIE

Susie is a beautiful soul. She is a very gentle and quiet Greyhound. One of those beautiful girls with a great temperament who loves pats and affection. Susie is absolutely fine with other dogs and we feel, with the right amount of socialising, she would also be fine with cats in time. She is not a jumpy dog and is always very calm, so she will make a very good pet for a family with children too. Susie will come to her new home with a new coat and martingale collar.

Age: DOB 05.05.2020
Breed: Greyhound
Kid friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Cat friendly: Not tested but very likely to be in time
Bird friendly: Not tested
House trained: Yes
Estimated size as an adult: Medium
Location: Cairns
Microchip #956000005716958
Susie has been desexed, microchipped, flea, tick and worm treated, vaccinated and heartworm tested negative.

28/07/2024

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Poppy (Pop's Lazy Fifty) was adopted 12.07.2024

28/07/2024

GREYHOUND SAFETY SHOULDN’T BE BY CHOICE. IT'S AN OBLIGATION

So many very experienced and knowledgeable people and organisations, such as GAP, Greysave.org and Greyhoundequality.org strongly advise that Greyhounds should NOT be allowed to run free (off leash) in public places including dog parks and beaches. They all recommend that, for everyone's safety, but especially that of the dog, off leash activity should be restricted to fully fenced locations only but NOT public leash free dog parks nor beaches.

To expect your Greyhound to be always under control off leash is grossly unfair on the dog and putting him, yourself, other owners and their pets in danger. Especially your Greyhound, as they are often targeted by other aggressive dogs who’s owners have lost control and, when there is an altercation, it’s more than likely the Greyhound will be blamed by the irresponsible owner for any injuries suffered by the other dog. When a Greyhound is attacked, not only might he react and injure the other dog but he will nearly always come off second best because of his thin skin and propensity to tear like paper. Greyhounds die from these wounds more often than other thick skinned breeds. Another common consequence is PTSD, not to mention the risk of acidosis and other injuries from that burst of energy from a Greyhound no longer in racing fitness. You only need to read the horror stories on the Greyhound pages on Facebook to know this is true.

Many Cairns Greyhound owners love to see their dogs running flat out on our northern beaches but they are oblivious to the risks. Not just other dogs go undetected. Many tragic stories have been published of pet dogs being taken by crocs. Is the thrill of the run worth the risk ? Our beaches are all close to major roads. A Greyhound chasing after something he’s spotted in the distance is too focused on the “prey” to even notice the traffic and is deaf to your calls to halt his gallop.

Quoting from a Greysave.org article entitled WHY 'ALWAYS ON A LEASH'

It’s beautiful to watch a Greyhound run, so why does GreySave join most Greyhound adoption groups in having a “never off leash in an unenclosed area” policy? These groups have carefully thought through this policy and based it on experience with thousands and thousands of adopted Greyhounds. Here are some of the reasons behind it.

• Speed
A Greyhound can go from 0 to 45 m.p.h. in three steps. Furthermore, when traveling at that speed, his ears are flat back, his heart is racing, his mind is concentrating on the goal, and he simply cannot hear a frantic owner giving a command to stop. He is also going too fast for a car to avoid hitting him should he run across a street.

• Eyesight
A Greyhound can spot something the size of rabbit a half mile away. He is a sight hound, and that visual stimuli can cause his chase drive to kick in leaving the owner to wonder, “What in the world happened!”

• Training
On the track, a Greyhound is trained to ignore cheering crowds or any of hundreds of other noises surrounding them. When they are running, they are focused. Nothing changes that training when they come to their adoptive home.

This is the perspective of the writer of that article:

1) It takes only one mistake, and I would never forgive myself if I killed one of my Greyhounds by trusting him or her off leash, especially since I’ve been warned.

2) I set an example. If I were to let my Greyhounds off leash, other Greyhound owners may see them, live or in photos, and may be more likely to try it with their dogs. In short, I may contribute to the injury or death of someone else’s Greyhound.

3) Both of the groups that I adopted from have “no off leash” policies, as do most Greyhound rescue groups around the nation. Point 6 on the GreySave application form says: “I agree to use a proper martingale-style collar on my greyhound, and to never let my greyhound off-leash in an unfenced area.”

In signing that application, all GreySave adopters make this promise. I signed the agreement, and I believe I should keep my word. That’s my perspective.

A Final Note

Your dog trusts you for its safety and well-being. Much like drinking and driving, you may get away with letting him or her off leash for a while, but is your dog’s life worth the risk?

If you love them, leash them.

WE COULDN’T AGREE MORE . . . That’s why we also have a “no off leash” policy. Look at it this way. You love to see your dog racing, your dog loves to race BUT neither of you want a tragic accident that ends your dogs life. Greyhounds are trained to run on a flat track and even then, they can suffer horrific injuries. Take them off the track and let them “race” on uneven ground of which you have no knowledge about little pot holes the size of his foot, is asking for trouble.

For those of us who have seen the damage a prey driven Greyhound can do to an unfortunate cat that runs across his path, or a little fluffy dog that thinks it’s a Rotty, this is a no brainer. Put your desire to watch him run aside and think only of his and others safety. Please remember that a dog has two reactions. Conditioned reflex and instinct. No matter how well you’ve trained your dog to have really good recall (conditioned reflex), when it comes to the test, instinct will ALWAYS win that race.

This article is partly inspired by the following articles.

http://greyhoundequality.org/care_article2.html Karen Dawson BSc BVSc Hons MANZCVS (Behaviour), Pet Behaviour Clinic

https://www.greysave.org/why-always-on-a-leash.html https://www.greysave.org/

https://www.greysave.org/dog-park-dangers.html

http://greyhoundequality.org/care_article2.html

24/07/2024

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Snow (Fluffy Cuddles) was adopted 25.06.2024

25/06/2024

Bailey was adopted 09.06.2024

25/06/2024

25/06/2024

Rocky was adopted 09.06.2024

19/06/2024

***UPDATE***
SNOW IS ON TRIAL FOR ADOPTION !!

SNOW (Racing name Fluffy Cuddles) IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING***
Please read our guidelines here before applying to adopt 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/notes/1444849889239166/
To apply to adopt please fill out the appropriate form:
For this dogga https://form.jotform.co/91457110205850

If you have any questions we’re happy to help if you email: [email protected]
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ABOUT SNOW

SNOW is a sweet natured, small girl who is friendly with everyone. She's great with dogs and cats, so she will fit in with almost any family. She loves her walks, but is not over active. Snow will encourage a game with any dog she gets to know and is curious about cats, but with absolutely no prey drive, can be trusted with smaller animals in the home. Because of her small stature and calm nature, Snow can be offered to families with younger children as she is not likely to try to jump on them or bowl them over with enthusiasm. Likewise, she would make a perfect companion for an older person or couple. We don't get many Grey girls like Snow, so whoever takes her home will be very lucky indeed.

Age: DOB 23.04.2022
Breed: Greyhound
Kid friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Cat friendly: Yes
Bird friendly: Yes
House trained: Yes
Estimated size as an adult: Small for a female Greyhound
Location: Cairns
Microchip #9560000011342604
Snow has been desexed, microchipped, flea, tick and worm treated, vaccinated and heartworm tested negative.

15/05/2024

21/04/2024

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Jason Was adopted 08.02.2024

11/04/2024

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Pawtition to allow Aussie pets on transport

12/03/2024

Sam's soaking up the lovely Millaa Millaa intermittant mist and sunshine, tickets are going fast. Thanks to Rumours for the site, the raffle donations and fabulous coffee :-)

28/02/2024

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Boris (Zipping Boris) was adopted 07.02.2024

28/01/2024

Miley has found her new home :-)

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Miley was adopted 31.12.2023

07/12/2023

🌀 With Tropical Cyclone Jasper potentially heading our way, it's important to include your pet in your cyclone preparations.

📝 Include your pets in your household emergency plan.
* Pets (except assistance animals) are not allowed in public storm tide cyclone shelters or evacuation centres. Where will you go if you need to evacuate? Prepare to shelter at home or evacuate to family and friends outside the risk area.
* Keep your rego and microchip details up to date so your pet can be returned to you if it gets lost.

🍖 Include your pet’s needs in your household emergency kit. You’ll need supplies to last at least 3 days including:
* Food, water and bowls
* Pet carrier or cage
* Medication and list of medical conditions
* Important documents such as vet records, rego details and microchip numbers
* Pet first aid kit
* A photo of you with your pet (proof of ownership)
* Sanitation needs (eg litter and litter tray)

📻 Stay informed about what is happening via:
* Cairns Disaster Dashboard – disaster.cairns,qld.gov.au
* Facebook, Cairns Disaster Centre
* ABC Far North radio: 801 AM, 106.7 FM, 95.5 FM

21/11/2023

Dogs read energy. However many dogs playing misread situations as they are usually in a hyper aroused state. Pushy play.....some dogs just don't read the subtilties of play.
Pushy dogs have an over bearing play style with others. Some dogs react badly to pushy play styles.....and they can react very badly.
Many dog fights are started or involve dogs that have developed unwanted play styles or behaviour when playing.

There are a few areas of dog behaviour which are very misread by humans and play is certainly one of them.

Pushy play is usually (but not always) paired with hyperarousal.
Remember that dog that enters a dog park and just goes manic and runs at dog after dog after dog.....or maybe you have noticed that calm dogs sometimes change their whole play style.
You may have noticed that after a few minutes of play....things change....one or both of the dogs play styles change and many change into pushy/rude play.

You can help this by stopping play when it is GOOD play, before an issue...not when it turns and there is a big issue.
Unfortunately many dogs have become reactive from pushy dogs and letting the play "turn"....or worse they are left to "sort it out".

I am all for dogs teaching others how to play.....but if the dog that is teaching has a rude play style the student will learn nothing but how to cause some very big issues.

If dogs are left to "sort it out" they will and the results are usually horrendous. Many people that have the pushy dog don't mind or don't notice that their dog has a problematic play style.

So...if you can, stop the play before it turns.
Read the signals ALL dogs give and save yourself an incident.

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05/11/2023

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25/10/2023

Two lovely long dogs found new homes recently. The gorgeous little girl Poppet and sweet boy Jerry. Congratulations to the lucky families !!

10/10/2023

JASON (Racing name Prince Ebby) IS ON TRIAL FOR ADOPTION
***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING***
Please read our guidelines here before applying to adopt 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/notes/1444849889239166/
To apply to adopt please fill out the appropriate form:
For this dogga https://form.jotform.co/91457110205850

If you have any questions we’re happy to help if you email: [email protected]
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ABOUT JASON

When it comes to describing Jason, we can't think of a better phrase than "the perfect pet Greyhound". Jason has the most gentle nature, gets on really well with all dogs, small to large and is even cat friendly. He's only a young lad, so a little bit over enthusiastic about being alive but very easily calmed. Most Greyhounds look stunning when they're alert but this boy has the wow factor. In fact he reminds us of a Friesian stallion when something attracts his attention and he stands stretching his lovely long neck as high as he can so as not to miss anything. He's just so beautiful both in nature and to look at. We feel he would be OK with children although, because of his size, maybe he would overwhelm littlies. But, he definitely would benefit from being with a family with savvy kids and other pets as he adores having company and someone to be following right behind. Velcro dog when you're with him, but not anxious if you're not. He's going to make some lucky family a wonderful companion dog. Jason will come to his new home with a new coat and martingale collar.

Age: DOB 26.02.2021
Breed: Greyhound
Kid friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Cat friendly: Yes
Bird friendly: Not tested
House trained: Yes
Estimated size as an adult: Large
Location: Cairns
Microchip #956000012226342
Jason has been desexed, microchipped, flea, tick and worm treated, vaccinated and heartworm tested negative.

07/09/2023

Collars by Pinky create beautiful collars that are also strong and very well made. This small business is a delight to deal with. No mucking around. Fast delivery, excellent service. I highly recommend.

05/09/2023

***NOW LOOKING FOR A FOSTER HOME FOR JASON ***
Jason will be looking for a foster home in the next week or two. He's a cat tolerant fellow, which is hard to find and he's also very clever when it comes to stairs and high set houses. Please send us a message if you'd like to join our team of foster families :-)

17/07/2023

Five delightful Greyhounds recently adopted. Congratulations to their lucky new parents

10/06/2023

Another beautiful girl gone to a loving home

Annie was adopted 18.04.2023

29/05/2023

***ROSIE HAS BEEN ADOPTED***
***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING***

Please read our guidelines here before applying to adopt 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/notes/1444849889239166/

To apply to adopt please fill out the appropriate form:
For this dogga
https://form.jotform.co/91457110205850

If you have any questions we’re happy to help if you email: [email protected]
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ABOUT ROSIE

Rosie is a gorgeous blue brindle girl.
Her racing name was Saint Bluey. Rosie is just under 30kg and in very good health. Her manners are excellent around people and other dogs but we have to say right up front, she definitely can't live with a cat. She is currently living at home base which is basically a cat sanctuary and it's very unfair on her. She can see all the cats and they, bless their cotton sox, know she can see but can't touch and are rather enjoying tormenting her. Poor Rosie is fairly constantly frustrated but she is getting used to the idea that she can't have them. In time she may become cat tolerant, but that would take a lot of patience, diligence and knowledge. In all other respects she is totally trustworthy. She shares her resources with no aggression at all, even bones, and she plays well with all our rescue dogs. Even if one of them growls at her, she shows no reaction other than respect. We would love to see Rosie in a cat free family home with another playful doggy friend and not left alone all day. She walks well on the lead but we wouldn't recommend off lead as she is too easily distracted and doesn't' respond to calls when focussed on somehting she thinks she can chase. Let's say she knows her name and her recall is excellent IF she knows she'll get a treat. If you've been looking for a pretty female Greyhound with a friendly nature, please consider Rosie for your family.

Age: DOB 17.06.2019
Breed: Greyhound
Kid friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Cat friendly: No
Bird friendly: No
House/Litter trained: Yes
Estimated size as an adult: large
Location: Millaa Millaa
Microchip #9560000011094835
Rosie has been desexed, microchipped, flea and worm treated, vaccinated and heartworm tested negative.

01/05/2023

UPDATE... SPOOKY HAS BEEN ADOPTED
***FOSTER CARERS NEEDED***
Spooky is ready to be retired and rehomed. He's a lovely boy, just 2.5 years old. If you're interested or know someone else who would be, please message the page with your phone number and we'll get straight back to you :-)