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If you are unable to use this form, you may print it out, and send the completed application form to the address below.

In the interest of the rescued/retired greyhounds we place, part of the adoption procedure includes an application interview. The purpose of this interview is to be sure the new adopters are prepared to accept the moral, physical and financial responsibilities involved in owning a greyhound...... We try to match the new adopter AND the new greyhound to fit each other's lifestyle. 

Due to the greyhound's calm nature and their need for a quiet environment, we generally don't place them in homes with children under the age of 5 or homes with more than 2 children under the age of 10.  Past experiences have shown us that adding a greyhound to either of these scenarios has a very low chance of success.

Your name:
Your email address:
Street address:
City, state, zip:
Home phone:
Business Phone
Occupation(s):
Have you put in an application with another greyhound group?
Where and or how did you become aware of GreyHeart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption of Michigan?  
Please tell us which event or Meet N Greet where you were introduced to our group or if you chose other, please explain:
How long have you lived at this address?
How many people live in your household and their ages:
Why would you like to adopt a greyhound?
Do you have other pets?  If so, what species, breed, sex, age and are they neutered?
Is or are your other dogs greyhounds?
If yes, from which group did you adopt your greyhound?
In the past, have you ever applied for adoption from Greyheart?
Have you ever returned a pet to an animal shelter, pound, humane society? If so, please explain.
Who will be the primary caretaker of your new greyhound?
Where will your new greyhound stay when home alone?
How many hours a day will your new greyhound be home alone?
Where will your new greyhound sleep at night?
Are all of the adults in your household aware of this adoption and agree to it?
Do you have a fenced yard and if so, what type, size and height?
Have you read the required reading material: Adopting a Racing Greyhound by Cynthia Brannigan and Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies by Lee Livingood?
Are you willing and or able to provide on-leash walks with your new greyhound frequently?
Describe the area in which you live: (i.e. city, suburban, country, high-traffic, etc)
May we conduct a home interview?
Do you have a preference regarding the gender of your new greyhound? If so, why?
Please select your type of dwelling.
Do you own or rent your dwelling?
Do you have permission from the landlord or condo association to have a dog?
Please provide the name and telephone number of your landlord or condo association.
Please provide the name, complete address and telephone number of your veterinarian.
Please provide the names, complete addresses and telephone numbers of your personal references.
Are you willing to spend the funds necessary for greyhound ownership?
Do you agree to keep your new greyhound on heartworm preventative year round and to make sure vaccines and other medical needs are kept up to date?
What is the activity level of your household?
What do you consider a valid reason for giving up a pet? (choose all that apply)
If you chose other, please explain.
Adopting a greyhound is a lifetime commitment.  The greyhound can be expected to live 12 to 14 years.  To ensure the safety and health of the greyhound, the following "Adoption Requirements" must be complied with explicitly.  Please do not consider adoption if you will not be able to meet this lifetime commitment or adhere to these requirements. 

     Please also consider financial responsibility in adopting a greyhound - this responsibility does not end with the Adoption Fee of $225.00.  [beginning 1/1/10 Adoption fee will be $250.00]  While greyhounds tend to be a pretty healthy breed, there are veterinary costs associated with caring for any dog.

 

GREYHEART's Adoption fee includes:

Spay or neuter, Teeth cleaning-extractions included, Heartworm test, Heartworm medication - 3 month's worth, plus 1 in the foster home, DHLPP vaccine, Lepto booster if needed, Corona-virus vaccine, Bordetella vaccine-if needed, Rabies vaccine, Flea and tick treatment - Frontline Top Spot, Fecal test and appropriate medication until negative results are obtained, Droncit - tapeworm medication - if needed, Collar, leash and muzzle and GREYHEART identification tag


 
1. I agree and am aware of the importance of  keeping your Greyhound on lead when not in an enclosed fenced area.

2. I agree and am aware that Greyhounds must live inside the home and cannot be kept in an outdoor kennel/dog house. I agree and am aware that identification must be on my Greyhound at all times.

3. I agree and am aware that a Greyhound must NEVER be placed on a tie out chain. Being sight hounds and running up to 45 mph, this can literally break their necks.

4. I agree and am aware if no fenced in yard is provided in your home, that your Greyhound must be leash walked no less than 4 times a day to relieve itself.

5. I agree to keep all necessary vaccines/tests current each year and will keep my Greyhound on heartworm preventative.

6. If for any reason I am unable to keep my Greyhound, I agree to return him/her to this adoption agency.

7. I certify that all information on this application is true and correct.

8. I release permission to contact the veterinarian/personal reference listed above. By sending this application I am agreeing to the terms above.

 

This application will not be accepted unless completely filled out!

Please, leave no question box unanswered. 

If you receive an error message due to an inapplicable field that you have left blank, please type in N/A to satisfy the completion requirement.

Thank You!

You will be contacted regarding your application within five days upon receipt. Please allow extra time if using U.S. mail.

GreyHeart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption of Michigan
 

42432 Woodbridge Dr
Canton, MI 48188
 

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