Amazing Greys Greyhound Rescue Victoria Inc.

Amazing Greys Greyhound Rescue Victoria Inc. is an Australian nonprofit organisation dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of ex-racing greyhounds and greyhound crossbreeds. Founded in 2011, the organisation operates as a volunteer-run group based in Melbourne, Victoria, and extends its rescue efforts throughout the state.

Mission and Activities

Amazing Greys focuses on providing care and finding loving homes for unwanted greyhounds, many of which come directly from racing kennels or shelters, as well as some privately surrendered dogs. The organisation also occasionally rescues sighthound mixes that arrive from regional shelters. Unlike some larger rescue operations, Amazing Greys does not operate kennels; instead, all rescued greyhounds are placed in foster homes where they receive individual care and socialisation.[1][3][4]

The organisation strives to ensure a "pawfect fit" between greyhounds and adopters through a personalised matchmaking service. This process helps find suitable forever homes for each dog, and not all available greyhounds are publicly listed as they may be matched directly with applicants on a waitlist.[3]

Volunteer and Community Engagement

Amazing Greys is entirely volunteer-run and financed through donations from members and the public. Volunteers are deeply involved in all aspects of the organisation, including foster care, rehabilitation, and community outreach. The group regularly hosts adoption days and information events where prospective adopters can meet greyhounds, speak with volunteers, and support the rescue through merchandise sales and raffles.[1]

The organisation also actively encourages more foster carers to join their program to provide temporary homes for greyhounds awaiting adoption, further underpinning their community-driven model.[3]

Adoption Process

Prospective adopters undergo a trial period of about three weeks before adoption is finalised. During this time, adopters ensure the greyhound is a good fit for their home. After a successful trial, adoption papers are signed, and an adoption fee is payable. All dogs adopted through Amazing Greys are vet-checked and vaccinated before placement.[2]

Advocacy and Position

Amazing Greys maintains an anti-racing stance and focuses on promoting awareness of the welfare needs of retired racing greyhounds. Through their rescue efforts, they highlight the sensitivity and loving nature of greyhounds and advocate for their adoption into compassionate homes.[5]

Amazing Greys Greyhound Rescue Victoria Inc. plays an important role in the welfare landscape for greyhounds in Victoria, offering a vital service of rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming for a specialised and often overlooked dog population. Their volunteer-driven, foster-based approach ensures that rescued greyhounds receive personalised care and find suitable, loving homes throughout the community.[1][3][4]

[1] https://www.amazinggreys.com.au [2] https://www.amazinggreys.com.au/adopt-a-greyhound [3] https://www.petrescue.com.au/groups/10172/Amazing-Greys [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/6c69a069-3aaf-e811-a963-000d3ad24077 [5] https://www.instagram.com/amazing_greys/