8 April 2019
MEDIA RELEASE
Todd McKenney to star again at GAP National Adoption Day
Following the success of the inaugural 2018 campaign, Greyhounds Australasia and each Australian state will come together on 28 April for the second GAP National Adoption Day.
The Greyhound Adoption Programs in Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania as well as Greyhounds as Pets in Western Australia and New South Wales, will each host an adoption day on 28 April as part of another nation-wide push to boost awareness of greyhounds as pets.
In 2018, the campaign saw 212 greyhounds re-homed across the country.
Theatre star, radio host and TV personality Todd McKenney fronted the 2018 campaign and was so overwhelmed with the response that he has signed on again for 2019.
McKenney, who has two pet greyhounds of his own, said he was happy to be part of the campaign this year and was blown away by the success and response from last year.
“I went to the Melbourne event last year and it made me feel very warm to know that our message that greyhounds make great pets is getting out there,” McKenney said.
“There were so many people there and it was great to see these beautiful dogs becoming family pets.
“They really are the best dogs. They are playful, cheeky and fiercely loyal but it is their loving nature that I love the most.
“I just want to spread the word, I want greyhounds in every household I know of.”
The ambassador role will see McKenney not only be involved in the National Adoption Day but also other GAP initiatives and events across the next 12 months.
Greyhounds Australasia CEO Scott Parker said the National Adoption Day was another initiative that supported Australian greyhound racing’s ongoing and absolute commitment to animal welfare.
“We want to ensure the best possible life for every Australian greyhound before, during and after their racing careers,” Mr Parker said.
“It is great that we are able to unite with the greyhound racing governing bodies of every state in Australia to present what will be another huge day for greyhound adoption in this country.
“Last year we set the benchmark at 212 greyhounds adopted nationally and I’m confident that with all the states working together we can be around that mark again in 2019.”
For more information, go to http://nationalgreyhoundadoptionday.com.au/
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