CGA Adoption Application Form

Thank you for your interest in adopting a retired racing greyhound from Colorado Greyhound Adoption (CGA). CGA is a 100% volunteer based 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to find permanent, loving homes for and promote the adoption of retired racing greyhounds as excellent family pets.

Your application will be assigned to one of CGA’s trained volunteer adoption counselors. This adoption counselor will be your guide throughout the remainder of your adoption experience with Colorado Greyhound Adoption. Your adoption counselor will contact you to answer initial questions and then arrange a time to conduct your home visit. Following your home visit, your adoption counselor will work directly with CGA’s adoption coordinator to recommend a greyhound that is well suited to your lifestyle and the needs of you and your family. Finally, your adoption counselor will facilitate you meeting potential matches and will assist in finalizing your adoption when the time comes.

Effective January 1, 2023, CGA’s adoption feefor Domestic Greyhounds and Lurchers is $500.00, or $350.00 for senior Domestic Hounds 8 years of age and over. For International Greyhounds, the adoption fee is $750. The adoption fee includes the following:

1. A wonderful, new life long companion.

2. The following services performed by one of CGA’s greyhound knowledgeable veterinarians: a. Spay or neuter

b. General health check-up

c. Vaccination package including rabies, DHLPP and Bordetella

d. A dental cleaning, if necessary.

3. A Martingale style collar, a buckle collar affixed with a CGA Pager tag and 6 ft. leash.

4. A post-adoption nametag with your contact information for your new greyhound.

5. On-going advice and support for the life of your greyhound, including CGA’s semi-monthly newsletter. The newsletter is currently being distributed online, but if you do not have access to the internet please send us your address by mail or fax, and we will be happy to mail you a paper copy.

Colorado Greyhound Adoption strongly recommends that each applicant purchase and thoroughly read information about adopting a retired racer. Two books that are available from local book stores are:

1. Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies, by Lee Livingood: A great book for the novice or experienced greyhound owner

2. Adopting the Racing Greyhound, by Cynthia Brannigan

As an organization, we look forward to working with you and introducing you to the wonderful breed we have come to know and love. Thank you for your interest in becoming a part of Colorado Greyhound Adoption.

Sincerely,

Colorado Greyhound Adoption

PLEASE NOTE: Do Not hit the Enter Key as you fill out the adoption application. Tab through the application and use the Submit button at the end!

Ownership of a Greyhound is a serious responsibility requiring a long-term commitment. This application has been designed to evaluate potential adopters and address the suitability and permanence of each greyhound placed in a home.

Name (Please list the names of all adults at the residence)

First Name

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Permanent Address:

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E-mail Address(es):

Occupation of Applicant(s):

How did you hear about the Colorado Greyhound Adoption program?: (Please select all that apply)

*Other (or further info. on option above):

Total number of adults in home:

Total number of children in home / ages of children:

If children are under 8, you will be required to speak to our child/dog mentor and sign a separate contract prior to adoption.

Your Residence:

Other Residence Information If Needed:

Do you:

How long at present address?

If you rent, list landlord's name, address and phone number:

Do you live in a covenant controlled or otherwise restricted community?

If so, to the question above, please provide the pertinent contact information for your homeowners association or governing body:

Who will be responsible for the care and training of your greyhound?

Approximately how many hours would your greyhound be alone each day?

If more than 9 hours, what accommodations will be made for the greyhound to relieve itself during the day?

Other accommodations for question above:

What is the activity level of your household?

What accommodations will be made for your greyhound when you travel or if you are absent from your home for an extended period of time?

What is your estimate of yearly expense of owning a greyhound?

What does this figure from above include?

Are you willing and capable of spending the funds necessary for pet ownership?

Is your yard fenced?

If yes to the above question, please provide height and type of fencing:

If your yard is not fenced, what sort of exercise will your greyhound receive?

Do you agree to keep your greyhound leashed at all times, when outdoors, in an unfenced area?

Do you agree not to tie the dog up for any length of time?

Do you agree to keep your greyhound as an indoor family pet?

Where will your greyhound sleep?

Do you agree to crate your greyhound when you are not home to supervise him/her?

Do you own a dog crate?

If yes to the question above, what size is the dog crate?

If you do not own a dog crate, are you willing to buy one?

Do you agree not to seclude the greyhound in a garage, basement, laundry room or other area away from the family?

Do you agree to keep the buckle collar with the identification tags, including your name and address, rabies tag, and license on your greyhound at all times?

Do you have a veterinarian?

If yes to the question above, is your veterinarian familiar with the special requirements and needs of greyhounds

Your veterinarian's name, address and phone number:

Are you aware of and willing to abide by, at all times, the local ordinances pertaining to animal/pet ownership?

Do you agree to immediately notify Colorado Greyhound Adoption Inc. if you are unable or unwilling to keep your greyhound?

Have you ever adopted a pet from a shelter or rescue group?

Have you ever surrendered an animal to a shelter or rescue group?

If yes to the above question, when and for what reason?

Do you own a dog? If yes, list breed, age and temperament:

Do you own any other pets? If yes, describe, list age and temperament:

How many pets have you owned in the past five years?

Please describe and note what became of them:

Occasionally an older greyhound or a greyhound with special needs is available. Would you consider adopting such a dog?

Is there any information that you feel is important that would affect your suitability as an adopter?

Why do you want to adopt a greyhound?

Please list a personal reference, not a relative or household member that you have known for at least three years:

Name:

Reference Phone Number:

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I agree to a home visit to be conducted by a trained Colorado Greyhound Adoption volunteer. I understand and agree to the need for screening of adopters. I certify that the information supplied on this application is true and correct.

Signature(s):

Date:

Colorado Greyhound Adoption, Inc. reserves the right to approve or disapprove any and all adoption applications. The adoption fee is NON-REFUNDABLE and is payable when you receive your greyhound.

*Please use the space below for any additional information.