How to Adopt a Retired Greyhound
A
greyhound's life at the track is dramatically different from
that of a household pet. Racers lead highly regimented lives
focused on athletic training and performance. With that in mind,
Heartland Greyhound Adoption offers the tips listed below for
those considering greyhound adoption.
The adoption fee for greyhounds through HGA is $250. This fee
pays for medical costs including spay/neuter surgery, shots,
parasite treatments, and teeth cleaning. Each dog also comes
with a special sight hound collar and , leash set and muzzle.
Those who adopt greyhounds through HGA get a one-year membership
in the group. There is a $10 non-refundable application fee that is
applied to an approved adoption.
If you are interested in adopting a greyhound, you can print out and complete the following form, then and mail it to us along with a check for $10 dollars made out to HGA:
Note: You'll need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your
computer to view and print the registration form.
Download FREE Acrobat Reader from Adobe.
Requirements:
Crate
Soft bed for greyhound
Coat for greyhound in cold weather
Read:
Adopting the Racing Greyhound by Cynthia Branigan
or
Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies by Lee Levingood
Identify a veterinarian familiar with greyhounds (sighthounds)
Recommended:
Be prepared to:Fenced-in yard
Raised feeding bowls
Latex squeak or stuffed animal
Grooming supplies
Car restrain for dogs
Use care when introducing your greyhound to stairs, windows, mirrors and slippery floors
Use care when introducing your greyhound to children and small pets, as greyhounds have not been exposed to them before
Keep your greyhound indoors because they should not be exposed to prolonged heat or cold
Feed only high-quality food (avoid corn and wheat products)
Brush your greyhound's teeth
