Frequently Asked Questions

This section is to answer some of the common questions about Greyhounds, our Adoption program and GPA Northwest.

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FAQ

Q: What is a retired racer?

A: With a life span of 12 to 15 years, retirement comes early for racing Greyhounds. Typically, they retire between the ages of 1 1/2 to 6 years. They are retired for various reasons but most are healthy, well behaved and make a wonderful addition to a family as a pet.

Typically retired Greyhounds have a gentle nature. They are used to being handled by many people, are kennel trained, love to go on walks on a leash and love to be petted. Males are generally between 65 and 85 pounds and measure 26 to 30 inches high and females are between 50 and 65 pounds and measure 23 to 26 inches high. Greyhounds come in many colors: Red, Black, Brindle, Fawn, Blue, White or a combination of these colors.