GPA - Southern Nevada Adoption Application
Adopting a greyhound is a lifetime commitment. The greyhound can be expected to live in excess of 12 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 the financial responsibility in adopting a greyhound. This responsibility does not end with the Adoption Fee of $325.00. While greyhounds tend to be a pretty healthy breed, there are veterinary costs associated with caring for any dog.  Please note that it is our policy that we do not adopt to families with children under the age of six.

The following questionnaire has been designed to aid both you and GPA - Southern Nevada in deciding if you and or your family are ready for the responsibility.

Name: Home Phone:

Home Address: City:

State: Zip: E-mail Address:

Employer: Work Phone:

Job Title: Number Years:

Spouse:   Employer:

Work Phone: Job Title: Number Years:
 
How did you hear about GPA?
 
Why are you considering a Greyhound for a pet?
 
How long have you considered this decision?
 
In which type of area do you live? In which type of home do you live?

Are there stairs in your home?   Do you own or rent?

If an apartment, condo, or a homeowners association, do you have permission for a dog up to 80 pounds?


We will need a copy of your lease, or written permission from your landlord to have a large dog if you rent.

Landlord's Name Phone number:

Do you have a fenced yard? What size? Fence Height?
 
Where and how will you exercise your Greyhound?
 
Do you have a swimming pool, lake/pond, or river in or near your yard?
What personality traits are you wanting in a Greyhound?

What traits would you consider undesirable?

Activity level? Low  Medium  High

Check all that apply:

Playful Lap dog Laid back Outgoing Good with children
Quiet Affectionate Gets along
with cats/small dogs		 Other:

Do you have a preference as to male or female? If so, why?

The majority of Greyhounds coming into this program are between the ages of 2 and 5.

Would you consider a Greyhound younger than 2 years old? Older than 5 years old?

Approximately what date would you be ready to bring you new greyhound home?

List the pets you currently have in your household:
Breed? Cat, Dog, Etc. Neutered? Sex? Size?  Age? Personality Type? All that apply (Shift-Click) Vaccines current? Kept where?
Daytime:

Nighttime:
Daytime:

Nighttime:
Daytime:

Nighttime:
Daytime:

Nighttime:
List the previous pets you have owned:
Breed? Cat, Dog, Etc. Neutered? Size?    Kept where? Time Owned? What happened to pet and at what age?
 
 
 
 

Number of Children: Ages: *Please note that if you have children under the age of eight, you will be encouraged to read the book entitled Childproofing Your Dog by Brian Kilcommons & Sarah Wilson.

Are your children good with animals?

Any family members with special needs, such as wheelchairs?

Who will be responsible for care of your Greyhound?

You could easily have your Greyhound 12-15 years.   Are you prepared to assume responsibility for that long?

Are you aware of the importance of keeping your greyhound on a leash?

How many hours per day will your Greyhound be left alone?
 
What resting/sleeping space is available for the dog?
 
Do you intend to obedience train the greyhound?

Do you agree to keep the greyhound solely as a house pet, and agree to never use it for racing, hunting, or research/experiments?

Are you aware that the greyhound's career as a racer is over, and that you will be unable to reactivate this career?

Please provide us with your Vet's information.  Name:

Phone: Address:

May we contact your Vet as a reference? YES   NO
 

Name of friend or relative we may contact for information, references, or in case of emergency:
Phone: Relationship

Home Address: City:

State: Zip:

Name of friend or relative we may contact for information, references, or in case of emergency:
Phone: Relationship

Home Address: City:

State: Zip:

ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS
 

  1. It is vital to keep your greyhound on leash whenever it is outdoors, unless it is in a fenced-in area. NEVER "trust" it not to run away.

  2. You must keep a greyhound safe "martingale style" cloth humane choke collar bearing the GPA ID Tag & a Personalized ID Tag on your greyhound at all times. A martingale safety collar & matching collar with a GPA ID Tag will come with your greyhound for no additional fee. 

  3. If your greyhound should become lost, you are REQUIRED to notify GPA/Southern Nevada immediately.

  4. If you should ever decide you cannot keep or do not want your greyhound, you must notify GPA/Southern Nevada before taking any action. You may not give your greyhound to anyone else without GPA/Southern Nevada's consent and you must agree never to take it to a "pound" or other humane shelter.

  5. You must agree to keep your greyhound as a pet and never attempt to use it for breeding, pari-mutuel racing or laboratory research.

  6. Our non refundable adoption fee of $325.00 reflects the superb level of care we provide each greyhound prior to its adoption.  In exchange for the adoption fee of $325.00,  GPA/Southern Nevada will have performed a comprehensive set of medical tests & procedures on your greyhound:  All vaccines including Rabies, DHLPP, Bortadella, & Corona. A CBC blood test including a thyroid test, tick titer testing & treatment (if required), teeth cleaning, polishing & necessary extractions, heart worm test & treatment (if required), de-worming, and spay or neuter.  Your responsibilities after adoption will include maintaining regular vaccines, dental hygiene, required medications and any future veterinary care as it is required.

  7. Your greyhound's racing career is over and can never be reactivated.

  8. Adoption of GPA/Southern Nevada greyhounds are made with the explicit understanding & agreement  by adopter that each greyhound will be kept solely as an indoor companion pet treated as a valued family member, sharing the living area of Adopter's residence.

I/We have read and agree to abide by the nine Adoption Requirements. If I/we qualify and receive a greyhound from GPA/Southern Nevada, I/we will accept full responsibility for the greyhound.

I/we also understand that to complete the processing of this application, a representative of the adoption program will schedule a visit to our home to assist us in matching the needs of a greyhound with the needs of our household. By submitting this application, I/we agree to such a scheduled visit and confirm that all members of the household will attend the home visit. I/we certify that all information provided on this application is true and correct.

By submitting this application to the email address below (adopt@lasvegasgreyhounds.org), I certify that all information provided by me on this application is true and correct. I understand that I will be asked to sign a printed copy of this application before receiving a greyhound.

 

Name:
 

Signature:____________________________________________________

 

(Spouse) Name:
 

(Spouse) Signature:____________________________________________________


Date:

We highly recommend reading one of the following books to help you decide if a greyhound is the right choice for you. They are available from GPA/SN or bookstores for about $10.00 each.
"Adopting the Racing Greyhound" by Cynthia Branigan
"Greyhounds" by Caroline Coille
"Retired Racing Greyhounds For Dummies" by Lee Livingood
"Childproofing your Dog" by Brian Kilcommons

Please remember that GPA/SN is fully staffed by volunteers, most of whom have full-time jobs and families. A Placement Representative will be in touch with you as quickly as possible after your application is received. We thank you in advance for your patience.

You may also print this page and fax to: 702.898.9953