Zali

• Currently living in a home
• Currently living with two other greyhounds

Hi, I’m Zali!

I’m a 5-year-old brindle girl with a beautiful coat and a petite, stocky frame - everyone says I’m a real cutie!

I’m a sensitive and gentle soul who is still finding my confidence and learning about the big, wide world. I can be a bit timid at first, especially around men, but if you’re soft, patient and quiet with me, I’ll soon start to trust you. And once I do, I’ll be your little shadow! I’ll follow you everywhere and love you with all my heart. I just need someone to give me time to blossom into the happy, confident girl I’m meant to be.

I adore spending time with my doggy friends and take a lot of comfort from their company. They help me feel brave enough to go for walks, explore the gardens and enjoy new experiences. I also love splashing around in my shell pool on warm days - it makes me so happy! Because I’m a sensitive girl, I’d love a calm and quiet home with another greyhound to show me the ropes. Kids over 12 would also be fine, as long as they are kind and understand that I need space and quiet while I’m settling in to home life.

I've been living in a foster home for the past few weeks with two other greyhounds. My foster family report that I am coming out of my shell more and more with each passing day. I'm still building confidence with leash walking; I enjoy quiet walks but like to stop and wait for people to pass. I'm completely unfazed by other dogs and I get along well with my two greyhound foster-siblings.

I can become nervous if another dog sniffs my rear (understandable, right?). I am still practising my alone time, but I relax more quickly when my fellow hounds are around.

I have shown no resource guarding and no sleep startle. I'm happy to share toys, beds, and treats comfortably. I really love snuggling on the couch or bed, as it makes me comfortable and less nervous. I find it tricky to settle when people are moving around but I do relax once everyone sits down.

My foster parents say I have shown big improvements in relaxing over my first two weeks. They say I have a fun, sassy personality which is emerging more as I gain confidence.

So if you have a peaceful home and a loving hound who wouldn’t mind sharing the couch, I promise to be your loyal and loving companion.

If you'd like to meet me, please complete an application form here https://greyhoundrescue.com.au/apply-now/

To make sure everyone is happy, we match each hound with the right family, and we provide lots of support along the way!

All hounds are desexed, vaccinated, microchipped, flea and worm (including heartworm) treated. The adoption fee includes our Adopter Kit containing a martingale collar, leash, muzzle and useful information to help you get your new hound settled in.