Doing It for the Dogs: Why Ethics Matter in Greyhound Rehoming

The world of greyhound rescue and rehoming has changed. And we all know it—there’s a visible shift in who’s pulling the strings, controlling what the public sees, and shaping how things are done.

You may have noticed that we only feature a few dogs on our website these days. That’s no accident. We've scaled back—not because we care less, but because we care more. We've chosen to prioritise doing things the right way.

We’re not against groups rehoming at a fast rate—in fact, we believe most of us are working toward the same goal: what’s best for the greyhounds. But we can’t ignore the concerning trends we’re seeing. Greyhounds in pounds, and the pressure on the system is mounting. It's a troubling situation, and while intentions may be good, the long-term impact on all dogs can't be overlooked.

It’s no secret that large-scale adoption days are becoming more common. While many of the people involved are well-meaning and deeply compassionate people, the process itself—rushed assessments, PAID offers too tempting for influencer-led campaigns, and an emphasis on optics over substance—just isn’t the kind of rescue we stand for.

Taking a greyhound out for a day or two, snapping a few polished photos at a café, and building a quick narrative around them may help with exposure—but what happens to the dogs who don’t pass assessments or the ones who end up in the pound? The ones who aren’t easily packaged into an Instagram story? What happens to the ones who fall through the cracks?

Rehoming/rescuing greyhounds isn’t a marketing strategy. It’s a commitment.

That’s why we’ve reduced the number of dogs we take in—not because we’re giving up, but because we’re doubling down on ethics, care, and sustainability. Since making this change, our volunteer's mental health has improved dramatically. Clear boundaries have allowed us to focus more deeply on the welfare of each individual dog.

We join you, smaller greyhound rescue groups. We read your stories. We share in your heartbreak. And we believe the only way forward is by leading with example. We may not be saving hundreds at a time—but every soul we do save is given the time, care, and respect they deserve. If more of us commit to quality over quantity, perhaps the system itself will begin to shift.

So if you’ve got greyhounds who need help being seen—reach out. Let’s work together. Not for clout, but for compassion.

Because at the end of the day, it’s not about the spotlight.
It’s about the dogs.