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Central Illinois Greyhound Adoption Application
Greyhounds are affectionate, friendly and intelligent dogs that thrive on
attention and human companionship. Raised with their littermates, where they
competed for affection, greyhounds love becoming the center of attention as
household pets. Greyhounds do not usually make good watchdogs because of their
friendly nature. Central Illinois Greyhound Adoption (CIGA) greyhounds are made
with the understanding that the dog will become a house pet. Greyhounds, like
people, have many personalities. The following questions help us match
greyhounds with people and pets. You are welcome to expand on any area or
provide additional information. This application, if approved, will become part
of the Adoption Agreement.<br>
This application can be copied and pasted to an email and sent to
sharonpalm@comcast.net
or mailed to:
Central Illinois Greyhound Adoption
2208 Sierra Drive
Pekin, IL 61554
Date:
Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Home Phone:
Work and/or Cell Phone:
Email Address:
Occupation(s)/ Employer(s):
Names of adults (including you) in the home:
Names and ages of children in the home: Please note that you will be asked to
read the book Child Proofing Your Dog by Brian Kilcommons if you have young
children.
Do you live in a:
Single family home ___
Condominium___
Apartment___
Mobile home___
Other___
Do you own your own home? Yes___ No___
If you rent, written permission must be obtained from your landlord.
Does your home have stairs that your greyhound will use?
Is your household:
Quiet___
Moderately active___
Very active___
Is your yard fenced?
How long will your dog be alone each day?
Where will your greyhound stay during the day?
Where will your greyhound sleep at night?
Are you familiar with crate training?
Would you be willing to crate train if necessary?
Please list the type(s) and age(s) of other pets in your home:
Occasionally, an older dog, or a previously injured or special needs dog becomes
available. Would you consider such a dog?
References: Please list names, addresses, and telephone numbers of two
references who are not family members.
Veterinarian: (Please list name, complete address, and telephone number)
Please add any additional information that will help us find the right greyhound
for you.
ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS
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 $175. While greyhounds tend to be a fairly healthy breed,
there are veterinary costs associated with caring for any dog.
1. Required Reading-Adopting the Racing Greyhound by Cynthia Branigan or Retired
Racing Greyhounds for Dummies by Lee Livingood.
2. Additional Required Reading for those with young children-Child Proofing Your
Dog by Brian Kilcommons
3. It is vital to keep your greyhound on leash whenever it is outdoors, unless
it is in a fenced-in area. Retractable leashes are not allowed. NEVER trust your
greyhound not to run away.
4. You must keep a collar bearing ID on your greyhound at all times.
5. If your greyhound should become lost, you are REQUIRED to notify CIGA
immediately.
6. If you should ever decide you cannot keep or do not want your greyhound, you
must return your dog to CIGA or Dubuque Greyhound Park & Casino. You may not
give your greyhound to anyone other than a representative of CIGA or Dubuque
Greyhound Park & Casino, and you must agree never to take it to a “pound” or any
other humane shelter.
7. You must agree to keep your greyhound as a pet and never attempt to use it
for pari-mutuel racing or laboratory research.
8. Your greyhound will be up to date on the following medical procedures for
your greyhound: DHLPP, Rabies, spay or neuter, heartworm test, teeth cleaning,
nail clip, and worming. Your responsibilities will include maintaining
regular vaccinations, veterinary care, and heartworm preventative whenever
they are required. Your greyhound’s racing career is over and can never be
reactivated.
9. CIGA is a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization that is entirely staffed by
volunteers and funded primarily by donations. The adoption fee of $175.00 covers
the cost of medical procedures, a muzzle, and a martingale collar with a
matching leash. The adoption donation is non-refundable.
10. Adoptions of CIGA greyhounds are made with the understanding that each dog
will be a house pet.
I/We have read and agree to abide by the Adoption Requirements. If I/we qualify
and receive a greyhound from CIGA, I/we will accept full responsibility for the
greyhound. I/We understand that my submission of this application neither
guarantees nor implies that Central Illinois Greyhound Adoption will offer me a
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. I/We
understand that I/we may be asked to sign a printed copy of this application
before receiving a greyhound.
This application will not be accepted unless it is completely filled out. Thank
you for considering the adoption of a member of this amazing breed—the
greyhound.
Date:_____________
Signature(s):_______________________________________
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