Recent Adoptions
Fosters finding loving homes
Tiny Barcia
Grundy, as this handsome boy was called during his racing career is such a loving Velcro boy. He likes being where you are. Grundy enjoys toys and playing. He is in a foster home with 3 other Greyhounds and 2 children. He enjoys interacting with family activities, dog beds, treats, and sleeping. Grundy would an active family to call his own.
Grundy was born January 8, 2022.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Yes
Fostered By: Tristan
Location: Knoxville
Status: ADOPTED
GLS City Boss
Boss came off the track and into home life way smoother than we had expected. Even though he was a racer, he has gone to a full-time professional napper. Boss is perfectly happy with a couple short walks a day, play time outside, then it’s right back to lounging on a comfy bed. At first, he was nervous by the bed until he realized it was something soft for him to cuddle up on. He’s absolutely loved being able to have his own basket of toys, bully bones, and play time in the yard! Although he was very shy at first, he has warmed up fairly quickly and has really shown his personality with us. Boss has learned what stairs are (and how to go up them without freezing), how to frolic through tall grass, and be a great foster brother. He’s such a good mannered boy! He’s allowed us to clean his face, paws, and give him a bath with zero issues. He’s such a kind and wonderful boy who’s going to make someone so incredibly happy, even with him squeaking his toys at any given time throughout the night! Fostering a retired racing greyhound is honestly one of those things that sounds a little intimidating at first. Once you do it though, you realize how easy and rewarding it actually is. It is such an important part of their transition too, you’re helping them learn what it means to be a “man’s best friend.” At the end of the day, you’re giving a dog a soft landing after their racing career. And in return, you get this loving, couch potato who just wants to hang out and be part of your everyday. It’s such a raw, and beautiful experience!
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Yes
Fostered By: Olivia & Mason
Location: Kingsport
Status: ADOPTED
Accumulates
Rock Star is a fun-loving boy with a friendly and easy-going nature. He can be a little excited when first meeting new friends, but he settles quickly and shows lovely, polite manners once relaxed. He has been assessed with small dogs and, after an initial burst of excitement, interacted appropriately and respectfully. This suggests he could live with a small dog companion with continued guidance. Rock Star has been exposed to children of all ages and handled these interactions well, with a home of 5 years and over recommended. He has been tested with a cat, and tested tolerant. Any introductions would need to be gradual and supported. With a low to medium prey drive and good ability to redirect, Rock Star would suit a variety of homes and will make a fun, affectionate companion. Rock Star was born January 16, 2023.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Yes
Fostered By: Kristie & Dean
Location: Knoxville
Status: ADOPTED
Maxine Magic
Maxine is a happy, playful girl who brings a fun and energetic vibe wherever she goes. She loves interaction and would suit a home that can match her enthusiasm while continuing to guide her with clear, calm handling. Maxine has shown mixed results with small dogs. She displayed nice,
appropriate interactions with a Cavoodle and Italian Greyhound, however was a little too interested in a French Bulldog. With further exposure and training, she has the potential to improve and would benefit from ongoing guidance in this area. Maxine has not yet been tested with children, so any introductions would need to be done gradually with support and training. With a medium prey drive and the ability to redirect, Maxine would suit an active
home committed to continuing her training and helping her build on her positive behaviors. She will make a fun and affectionate companion in the right environment. Maxine was born July 17, 2021.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: No
Fostered By: Kelcey & Evan
Location: Knoxville
Status: ADOPTED
Chloe
Chloe is a gentle and sweet-natured girl with a calm, easy-going personality. She approaches new experiences with soft, polite manners and is a lovely companion to have by your side. Chloe has been assessed with small dogs and showed polite, appropriate interactions with positive consent, indicating she could comfortably live with a small dog companion. She has also been tested with a cat, where she remained relaxed, offered a sniff, and showed little interest, suggesting she may be suitable for a home with a cat. Chloe has been exposed to children of all ages and handled these interactions well, with a home of 5 years and over recommended. With a low prey drive and relaxed temperament, Chloe would make a wonderful, easy addition to a variety of loving homes. She was born February 11, 2024.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Yes
Fostered By: Leslie
Location: Knoxville area
Status: ADOPTED
GLS Erie
Meet Arie as she has been called in her kennel. Her birth date is November 2022. She raced at
65 pounds.
Arie has completed all of her medical. She is learning all about retirement
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Yes
Fostered By: Catherine & Jordan
Location: Kingsport, TN
Status: ADOPTED
Barts Hawkeye
Rex as this young male has been called was born in April 2020. Rex (aka Barts Hawkeye), a handsome, very well mannered red boy originally out of West Virginia. Rex, who was previously adopted about 3 years ago and recently returned, is being fostered with 3 other greyhounds and is doing great. It only took a few days for him to adjust to our feeding routine. He loves playing with stuffies and squeaky toys. He really likes being with his people and stands by you waiting to be petted, hugged or loved on. He is an excellent sleeper and can be trusted left out (of a crate) if you need to leave for a few hours. He's almost perfect!
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: NO
Fostered By: Kimberly & Ronnie
Location: Knoxville
Status: ADOPTED
Gypsy Gambler
Gypsy is a beautiful girl born September 4, 2021. She weighs 64 pounds. Gypsy just arrived in foster care and is learning all about retirement. She is working on potty manners, dog beds, raised dishes and a different routine. As she settles in we will learn more about her likes and dislikes. We will be holding Gypsy on a medical hold until we and the vet are able to help her front toe.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Yes
Fostered By: Deana & Eric
Location: Knoxville area
Status: ADOPTED
Cammy Sixty One
Meet Nino, as he has been called since birth. He is a very handsome black boy. He was born November 26, 2021. Nino weighs 68 pounds. Nino is on the lookout for a loving family. He is a friendly, affectionate boy that loves bouncing around the house and sharing everyday moments with you. He is full of personality and loves being part of the action. Nino would do good with a large canine companion. If you are looking for a gentle sweet natured companion with plenty of love to give, Nino might be the perfect match.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: NO
Fostered By: James
Location: Knoxville, TN
Status: ADOPTED
GLS Dexter
Meet Dexter who is a shy sweetheart with a goofy side! He was born November 20, 2022. Dexter, as you can see, is a beautiful red boy and weighs only 69 pounds. Dexter is very sweet and very gentle. He hasn't come out of his shell much so he doesn't care for loud noise and he will need a fenced yard. He will enjoy a female person in the home and no small children at this time. Dexter tested excellent with small dogs and a cat. He would enjoy another Greyhound to show him the ropes. Dexter is doing well adjusting to retirement. He is sleeping through the night, playing with toys, and doing well with his potty habits. While Dexter is shy and afraid of noises he would require a harness while learning about retirement and all the new scary things.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Yes
Fostered By: Samantha & David
Location: Kingsport, TN
Status: ADOPTED
Angie's Fancy
Angie is a beautiful red girl and the sister to Chloe. She was born May 13, 2023 and weighs 64 pounds. Angie is an active young lady with a heart full of joy. She was great with kids 5 and older and affectionate with anyone she meets. She makes friends wherever she goes and brings fun to every moment. If you are looking for a sweet, social adventurous companion, Angie might be the perfect match.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: NO
Fostered By: Chelsea & Brian
Location: Knoxville, TN
Status: ADOPTED
Love Me Again
Kelly as this beautiful black girl is called weighs in at 54 pounds. She was born April 19, 2022. Kelly is still learning and adjusting to the routine and retirement. Dog beds, raised dishes, house manners and most of the normal stuff puppies are usually born into as a family pet. Kelly is a gentle girl with lots of love to give. She can be unsure in new situations but once she feels safe her soft affectionate.Kelly needs a fence yard as she does her zoomies before breakfast and mid-afternoon and again before settling down in the evening. She is a hunter also. More information will follow as her foster parent learns more about her personality.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes
Cat Tolerant: Workable with experience
Fostered By: Janis & Mike
Location: Knoxville, TN
Status: ADOPTED
Aussie Power
Nacho as this handsome black boy has been called. He was born May 29, 2021 and weighs 73 pounds. All his medical requirements have been completed. Nacho is learning all house manners a new routine, doggie beds, and raised dishes. He is settling into retirement. Although he tested small dog tolerant Nocho has become possessive with articles, food, and anything you wouldn't think of. Until he settles into a share mode we will consider him as an only dog situation.
Small Dog Tolerant: NO
Cat Tolerant: NO
Fostered By: Chelsea & Brian
Location: Knoxville, TN
Status: ADOPTED
GLS Wherewithal
AL as this handsome brindle fellow has been called was born May 2022 and raced at 78 pounds. As AL settles into retirement we will learn much more about him. He is being fostered with other Greyhounds.
Small Dog Tolerant: Yes with supervision
Cat Tolerant: NO
Fostered By: Lori & Mark
Location: Kingsport area
Status: ADOPTED