Adoption Form

Thank you for your interest in adopting a retired racing Greyhound. Greyhounds make wonderful companion pets and will give you many years of love and devotion. Adopting a Greyhound is a serious responsibility requiring a long term commitment. This application has been designed to evaluate potential adopters to ensure that each person who adopts a Greyhound is not only aware of that responsibility, but also to address the suitability and permanence of each Greyhound placed in a home. We have worked in Greyhound adoption for many years and have seen many happy endings, and unfortunately we have also seen a few sad ones. We have only the best interest of the Greyhound in mind. Before signing this application, please know that Greyhounds can live 10 to 14 years, making this a serious, long-term commitment. It is very traumatic for a dog to be returned by its family once it has settled into its new home. Furthermore, note that the Greyhound is not for everyone. These dogs rely on us to place them into appropriate, loving, responsible homes. All adults in your household must agree to this adoption and sign the application. Please read this application carefully and consider the importance of your responses. GALT does not adopt to families with children the age of eight and under unless they are previous greyhound owners or currently have a greyhound. GALT recommends that families with children who are interested in adopting a Greyhound read the book, Childproofing Your Dog: Complete Guide to Preparing Your Dog for the Children by S. Brian/Wilson Kilcommons. There is a non-refundable adoption donation fee of $550.00 (6 months to age 7) or $450.00 (age 8 and up) which is tax deductible. Our international hounds (from Australia, Ireland, etc.) have a special adoption fee of $1,000 due to transportation costs. The adoption donation fee includes: ● Neuter/spay ● All vaccinations (DHLPP, Bordetella & Rabies) ● A CBC (complete blood count) with serum chemistry panel ● Heartworm and fecal test with negative test results ● Dental cleaning and extractions if needed ● A special Greyhound martingale collar, leash, muzzle ● Microchip registration ● Adoption package with special information and Bronze Membership for the calendar year Please answer all questions to the best of your ability even if the answer is 'unknown' or 'not applicable.' Incomplete applications will not be considered.

CONTACT INFORMATION Your Name

First and Last

Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

Alt email

Home Phone

Work Phone

Cell Phone

Please enter the date of birth for the primary adopter.

You must be 21 or older to adopt.

Are you applying with someone else?

Who is the main adopter's employer?

Name a contact person that can always reach you and their phone number:

How many adults live in your home?

None
1
2
3
4
5
6+

How many children live in your home or stay on a regular basis

For example, grandchildren who visit frequently

None
1
2
3
4
5
6+

Ages of the children in your household

check all that apply

Are your children respectful and gentle with animals?

Is anyone in the family allergic to dogs or cats?

What is the activity level of your household?

Quiet
Moderately Active
Active
Very Active

ABOUT YOUR RESIDENCE Describe the area in which you live

City
Suburban
Countryside

Describe your residence

Single Family Home
Duplex
Condo/Townhome
Apartment
Mobile Home
Other

How long at present residence?

Do you own or rent your home?

Own
Rent

Do you have stairs (full flights, not just a few steps) that your greyhound will need to use?

No stairs
Open-backed stairs
Hard surface stairs
Carpeted stairs

Do you have a completely fenced yard?

Are you aware that Greyhounds must ALWAYS be kept on a leash or in a completely fenced in area?

GALT is a proponent of spaying or neutering your pet and in many cases does not adopt dogs to families that have unaltered dogs. Please contact our adoption coordinator to discuss your particular situation if you have unaltered pets. Please check all that apply

What pets do you currently have?

Type, Breed, Name, Age, Sex, Altered

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What kind of dental care do you provide for your pets?

Veterinarian's Name, Phone Number and Address:

Is your vet familiar with greyhound special needs?

Yes
No
Don't Know
Not Applicable

What last name and pet names are your records under at the Vet?

Be advised: if your current pets are not up to date on vaccinations and HW test/preventative, you will fail your vet check.

If you've had other pets in your home previously, please describe what became of them:

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Have you ever adopted from any other adoption group or shelter? If so, which one?

Is there a legal ordinance in your area pertaining to animal/pet ownership?

i.e., leash laws, required vaccinations or dog licenses, etc.

How did you hear about our organization?

Radio
Website
Social Media
Meet & Greet
Event
Friend Referral
Current Volunteer
Previous Adopter
Other

What made you choose a Greyhound?

Do you have a current application with any other adoption group?

Do all the adults in the household agree with the adoption?

How long have you considered adopting a Greyhound?

What is your purpose for adopting?

Mark all that apply

Who will be responsible for the care and training of the Greyhound?

On most days, how many hours would your greyhound be home alone (without people)?

0 - 2 Hours
2 - 6 Hours
6 - 9 Hours
10+ Hours

What arrangements will be made for your Greyhound when you travel, or if you are absent from your home for an extended period of time?

Where will your Greyhound spend its time during the day?

Where will your Greyhound spend its time at night?

To provide food, vaccinations, dental care, registration, and medical care for this Greyhound, how much do you anticipate spending (yearly)

$100 to $500
$500 to $800
$800 to $1200
$1200+

I am aware that heartworm and flea/tick preventative are REQUIRED to be administered monthly and can cost approximately $275 per year.

I am aware than a dental cleaning under anesthesia, plus annual bloodwork with heartworm and fecal tests can range from $300 to $1500 per year on average.

I am aware that routine vaccinations for a greyhound (Rabies, DHPP, Leptospirosis, Canine Flu, Bordatella) can range from $150 to $175 per year.

What type of personality/temperament do you think would best fit your household and lifestyle?

Do you have a preference for a certain gender?

Female
Male
Either

Do you have a preference for a certain age or ages?

Puppy (Under a year)
Young (1-3 years)
Adult (4-6 years)
Senior (7-9 years)
Super Senior (10+ years)
No Preference

If you have specific preferences, why?

Occasionally an older Greyhound or one with special needs is available. Would you consider adopting such a dog?

It may take SEVERAL WEEKS for a Greyhound to adjust to its new home. Are you willing and prepared to allow this much time?

A home visit may be required. Do you agree to allow a Greyhound Adoption League representative to do a home visit and make post-adoption phone calls?

When would you be ready for a dog?

It is advisable to have at least three days available when you first bring a Greyhound to their new home. This helps with the transition.

What do you consider valid reasons for giving up your greyhound?

Are you willing to return your Greyhound to GALT if you are unable to keep the dog?

Please list any additional comments that you would like for us to consider when reviewing your Greyhound adoption application

Please list two references that you have known for more than one year. At least one of your references should be a neighbor. References cannot be family members. If you volunteer for GALT, please use GALT friends as references! To speed up the process, notify your references that they will be contacted so that they will answer their phone. Name and Contact Info 1

Name and Contact Info 2

By typing/entering my/our name(s) below, I/we affix my/our electronic signature(s) acknowledging that the information supplied herein is true and correct. I/we give Greyhound Adoption League of Texas (GALT), Inc. permission to verify any information contained herein. I/We authorize my/our veterinarian to release information regarding my/our pets to a representative of GALT. If the information in this application is found to be false, GALT retains the right to decline this adoption request.

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