Goldie the greyhound (On hold 20/8/14 pending ado)

Hi my name is Goldie, I am a purebred greyhound and I am nearly 5 years old. My nature is one that is gentle, laid back, well-mannered and sensitive. My breed is compliant with a personality that helps us adapt quickly to a new lifestyle. My quiet nature means I would do best in a tranquil environment. Greyhounds are also very intelligent and respond very well to training.

Whilst I am great with children, even young ones, you need to be aware that because of my frame I have little protection or padding from falling toddlers or extremely active children.

I have a short non oily coat that is easy to groom and maintain, being non oily means I am not prone to doggy odours like some other breeds. Did you know that greyhounds often groom themselves, much in the same way a cat does.

I am not suited to living outdoors as my body lacks fat, and my bony joints need a nice padded warm place to rest. I need to be protected from extreme temperatures, rough environments and inappropriate handling. I am housetrained.

I enjoy going for a daily stroll but don't need a lot of exercise. I always need to be on a lead when outside my yard. I also wear a muzzle when out because it is the law, not because of aggression, which is a common misconception with greyhounds. I am eligible for assessment by the "greenhound" program so then I won't need to wear a muzzle.

I would make a lovely family addition in a home without cats, and it doesn’t matter whether you are an overly active family or not as I do not require a lot of exercise, remember greyhounds are sprinters not marathon runners.

A greyhound in the right environment has an average life expectancy which is longer than that of most large breeds - 12 years or more.

For more information or to meet me please phone my foster carer Ewa on 02 4959 7648 or 0417690801 or email bwa@bigpond.net.au. I'm in Carey Bay, NSW (Lake Macquarie).
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Goldie's specially reduced $300 adoption fee includes her desexing, vaccinations, flea and worm treatments, microchipping, and lifetime registration. You can see all our available dogs at www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au