The ownership of a greyhound, like any pet, is a serious responsibility that requires a long-term commitment.
It is the goal of the adoption center sponsored program to be sure that this responsibility, as well as the financial, psychological, and physical needs of each greyhound, are met in its new home.
It is quite true that not every person who desires to own a pet should own a pet.
This application has been designed to help perspective greyhound adopters address the issues that would directly affect their home and its suitability for a greyhound, as well as aide our staff in applicant evaluation.
* denotes required fields.
*Last Name:
*Street Address:
*City:
*State:
*Zip:
*Home Phone:
Business Phone:
*Email Address:
Occupation(s):
Employer:
Occupation(s):
Employer:
Number of adults in household:
Number of children in household:
Please list sex and ages of children:
Who will be responsible for the care and training of a new greyhound?
Approximately how long would you expect your greyhound to be alone each day?
Do you live in a:
Single Family home
Mobile home
Condominium
Apartment
How long have you lived there?
If you rent or lease, you must have written permission from your landlord. Please list landlords name, address and phone:
Landlords Name:
Landlords Address:
Landlords City:
Landlords State:
Landlords Zip:
Landlords Phone:
Is your yard fenced?
Yes
No
If yes please note the approximate size of the fence area, height, and type of fencing material:
If your yard is not fenced, would you fence all or part of it as a condition of adoption?
Yes
No
If your yard is not and would not be fenced, what sort of exercise would your greyhound get?
Are you willing and able to modify your daily schedule to accommodate a greyhound's needs, such as going outdoors into a fenced area or walking on a leash to perform bodily functions at least four times per day?
Yes
No
Are you aware of the vital importance of keeping your greyhound on a leash or in a fenced area when outdoors?
Yes
No
Greyhounds must live in the house. They cannot adequately be kept in an outdoor kennel or doghouse. Do you agree to keep your pet inside your home?
Yes
No
Is there a local ordinance in your area pertaining to owning/housing an animal (i.e., leash laws, required vaccinations, dog licenses, etc.)?
Yes
No
Are you willing to keep a collar with a tag bearing your name, address and phone number on your greyhound at all times?
Yes
No
If for any reason you are incapable to keep your greyhound, will you agree to return it to this adoption center?
Yes
No
Are you willing and able to accept full and immediate responsibility for the ownership of a greyhound, including all health care costs and necessary burdens and responsibilities of owning a pet?
Yes
No
How many dogs have you owned in the past 10 years?
Please list each dogs breed, sex, name, and age. (if you no longer own the dog, please note what became of it.)
What other pets do you have?
Have you ever bred or raised dogs?
Yes
No
Have you ever participated in dog shows?
Yes
No
Have you ever trained a dog?
Yes
No
If yes what commands were taught?
Are you familiar with crate training?
Yes
No
If no would you be willing to learn more about it and consider the use of a crate (portable cage) as a training and transitional aid?
Yes
No
How would you describe your household activity level?
Very quiet
Rather easygoing
Usualy something going on
Lots of activity
Estimated number of times per month adults visit:
Estimated number of times a month children visit:
In addition to regular life at home, would your greyhound:
Walk routinely with a family member?
Miles
Times per week.
Jog routinely with a family member?
Miles
Times per week.
Go to obedience class?
Compete in obedience trials?
Compete in drag-lure coursing?
Go to your place of business with you?
Travel with you?
Be a playmate for your children?
Be a companion for your children?
Occasionally, a greyhound with special needs (physical restrictions or an unusual personailty or preferences) is available for adoption. Would you be intrested in being considered for such a "special" dog?
Yes
No
Please add any additional information or thoughts that you feel would help us to understand you and your home as a pontential greyhound home.
Do you currently have a veterinarian?
Yes
No
If yes please list this veterinarian's name, address, and phone:
Vet's Name:
Vet's Address:
Vet's City:
Vet's State:
Vet's Zip:
Vet's Phone:
Please list two personal references that you have known for more then two years who are not relatives.
Reference #1 Name:
Phone:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Reference #2 Name:
Phone:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
I understand that in order to complete processing of this application, a visit to my home may need to be scheduled by a representative of the program, and that by submitting this application, I agree to such a scheduled visit. I also certify that all information on this greyhound adoption application is true and correct.
Disclamer: Your application may be denied with out notice or reason stated.
