We are a non-profit
greyhound adoption organization dedicated to finding the best quality pet homes available for
retired racing greyhounds. We are also committed to creating public
awareness about these wonderful four-legged athletes as pets.
To receive an application form and an extensive information package on
greyhound adoption please click on the "Mail In Application Request"
button. Then fill in the blanks. When completed print the form and mail
it
to us with a $3.00 fee, to cover printing and mailing. |
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We encourage you
to gain as much knowledge as you can about this, or any pet, prior
to making a life-long commitment. To assist you, we have many
greyhound books available. "The Best Finish: Adopting A Retired
Racing
Greyhound" is an excellent, and inexpensive starter book, which
outlines the 'pros' and 'cons' of adopting a greyhound. If you wish
to purchase this book with the adoption kit, both items are
available for only $19 (a saving of $3) |
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the third edition of this world renowned book on greyhound
adoption. "Adopting the Racing Greyhound" by Author,
Cynthia Branigan is the most comprehensive book of it's type on the
market. Considered a 'must read' by many greyhound adoption groups
and greyhound owners. If you wish to purchase this book with the
adoption kit, the book & kit are available for only $28 (a
savings of $3) |
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If
ordering an Information Kit and book, you can use our on-line order form
at the bottom of the page.
Upon receipt of your
application, we will contact you to arrange a home visit. By conducting a
home visit, we can better assess the environment into which the dog will
be going. This allows us to better match each pet to their new family.
An adoption fee is required to help offset the many costs incurred. RESCUE
rescue ADOPTION adoption
ADOPT-A-GREYHOUND restricts its placement of greyhounds to homes in
Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and upper New York State. This limit
allows us to provide post adoptive support.
If you are outside our area, please contact us by Email, or order an
information package and it will include a contact closer to you. |
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