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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
sighthound collar and , leash set and muzzle. Those who adopt
greyhounds through HGA get a one-year membership in the group
and follow-up support through the “Greyt Pals” program.
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:
Adoption
Application
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)
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