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Greyhounds in St. John's, right now
We aren't tracking any adoptable Greyhounds in or near St. John's at the moment. Listings update regularly as Newfoundland rescues take in new dogs, and a Greyhound in St. John's typically gets adopted within days of being posted. Browse the full Newfoundland dogs list to see Greyhounds in other Newfoundland cities, or save this page and check back soon.
Adopting a Greyhound in Newfoundland and Labrador
Greyhounds are the fastest dogs on earth and, paradoxically, some of the laziest housemates: a couple of short walks and a sprint in a fenced area, and they will sleep 16 to 18 hours a day. They are gentle, quiet, and clean, usually 55 to 80 pounds. This page pulls every adoptable Greyhound and Italian Greyhound from the Newfoundland shelters we cover into one place, refreshed regularly.
Greyhounds are uncommon in Newfoundland rescue; most in Canada are retired racers or come through breed-specific rescues, reaching adopters through transfers and owner rehoming. Set an alert if your heart is set on one.
Sighthound rules: leash, warmth, and gentle living
The one unbreakable rule with a Greyhound is the leash: they are sighthounds with a chase instinct that outruns any recall, and at 70 km/h they can be out of sight in seconds. Off-leash time belongs only in securely fenced areas. Many were raised around other Greyhounds, so introductions to cats and small dogs need care; ask the rescue whether the dog is small-animal safe.
With almost no body fat and a thin coat, Greyhounds genuinely need a warm, water-resistant winter coat in Newfoundland, and they appreciate soft bedding since bony pressure points sore easily. They are otherwise healthy, though sighthounds process some anaesthetics differently, so make sure your vet knows the breed. Newfoundland rescues provide a veterinary assessment before adoption.
Looking more broadly? Browse every adoptable dog across the province on Dog Adoption Newfoundland and Labrador.
Greyhound Adoption FAQ — St. John's
Where can I adopt a Greyhound near me in Newfoundland?
Greyhounds are uncommon in Newfoundland rescue; most arrive via breed-specific rescue transfers or owner rehoming. This page aggregates every adoptable Greyhound and Italian Greyhound from the Newfoundland shelters we cover. Set an alert, and be open to an adult: nearly all rescue Greyhounds are calm, house-ready adults.
Do Greyhounds need a lot of exercise?
Much less than people assume. A Greyhound is a sprinter, not an endurance athlete: a couple of 20 to 30 minute walks plus an occasional sprint in a fenced area keeps them content, and they spend most of the day asleep. They are genuinely good apartment dogs for their size, quiet, clean, and calm indoors.
Can a Greyhound ever go off-leash?
Only in a securely fenced area. Greyhounds are sighthounds: when something small runs, instinct takes over and no recall will beat a dog moving at 70 km/h. In open, unfenced spaces they stay on leash for life. This is the single most important rule of Greyhound ownership and every reputable rescue will insist on it.
Do Greyhounds handle Newfoundland winters?
Only with gear. Greyhounds have almost no body fat and a thin coat, so they lose heat quickly and genuinely need a warm, water-resistant winter coat, and often a snood for wind and short outings in a cold snap. Indoors they want soft bedding and warmth. Newfoundland's wet, windy winters are manageable with the right kit; without it they suffer.
Are these Greyhounds for sale in St. John's?
Not for sale, for adoption, which is usually the better deal. Every Greyhound here comes from a St. John's-area rescue or shelter, not a breeder, pet store, or classified seller. Adoption fees are typically a few hundred dollars and already include spay or neuter, vaccinations, and a microchip, versus roughly $2,000 to $5,000+ to buy a Greyhound from a breeder. If you searched "greyhound for sale St. John's," adopting gets you a healthy, vetted dog for a fraction of the price.
Where can I buy a Greyhound in St. John's, and should I?
You can buy from a registered breeder, but it is worth weighing against adoption first. A reputable Greyhound breeder typically charges $2,000 to $5,000+ and often has a waitlist, while a rescue Greyhound costs a few hundred dollars fully vetted and may be available now. Be cautious of cheap "for sale" ads on classified sites and marketplaces, which are frequently backyard breeders or puppy-mill resellers with unvetted, sometimes sick animals and no health guarantee. If you do buy, insist on meeting the parents, seeing where the litter was raised, and getting vet records. For most St. John's families, adopting a rescue Greyhound is cheaper, faster, and gives a dog in need a home.