Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest
Online Adoption Application Form
Fields with * must be filled out completely
*Your e-mail address:
*Your Name:
Spouse's Name:
*Your Address:
*City:
*State:
*Zip:
*Daytime Phone:
*Evening Phone:
Your Occupation:
Spouse's Occupation:
GENERAL INFORMATION
How did you hear about Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest?
Why do you want to adopt a retired racing Greyhound?
PERSONAL INFORMATION
What type of dwelling do you live in?
Do you own or lease/rent?
If you rent your home or live in an apartment or condominium please be prepared
to provide WRITTEN APPROVAL from your landlord, along with your adoption
application. Can you provide this approval?
Do you have a fenced yard?
Please describe height and fence material:
If not fenced, would you commit to walking your dog several times per day,
ALWAYS ON LEASH, regardless of the weather?
Total number of adults in home:
Total number of children in home:
Ages of children:
Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest does not normally place Greyhounds with families who have children
age 5 and under.
What other pets do you currently have? Please describe TYPE, GENDER, AGE
and DISPOSITION:
Are the above-mentioned animals:
What pets have you had in the past? Why do you no longer have them?
What kind of personality do you prefer in a dog? (Playful, Laidback, Friendly,
Low Energy, etc.)
Who is your veterinarian?
Would your veterinarian give you a reference?
Veterinarians Phone:
Is your veterinarian acquainted with the special anesthesia considerations
and medical idiosyncrasies of Greyhounds?
Have you ever trained a dog before?
Why did you want to train the dog?
On a scale of 1 to 5, please rate yourself:
1=Not very dog knowledgeable, 5=Extremely experienced
LIFE WITH A GREYHOUND
How would you describe the role a Greyhound will play in your life?
Which member of your household will be responsible for the care and training
of your Greyhound?
Are all members of the household in total agreement with adopting a Greyhound?
Do you understand the ongoing expense of owning a dog? (Veterinary care,
supplies and equipment, food, grooming, etc.)
How many hours per day will your Greyhound be home alone?
Where will your Greyhound be when you are out of the house?
What will you do with your Greyhound when you travel / vacation?
Where will your Greyhound sleep at night?
DO YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THAT GREYHOUNDS MUST ALWAYS BE ON LEAD OR IN FENCED AREA?
DO YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THAT GREYHOUNDS ARE INDOOR DOGS?
DO YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT "PACK MENTALITY" IS AS IT REFERS TO GREYHOUNDS?
Does your family anticipate any major lifestyle changes in the next year
such as retirement, extended travel, new baby, moving, new job or schedule
change?
If YES, please describe:
What would you consider valid reasons for giving up a pet? (Please check
all that apply)
What would you do with your Greyhound if you suddenly had to move from
your home?
Are you willing to sign a contract promising to care for your Greyhound
for the rest of his or her life?
GPA Northwest sometimes will have older and/or special needs Greyhounds needing homes.
Would you consider adopting one?
YOU AND GPA
In addition to adopting a loving friend, adoptive families also become part
of the Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest family. Greyhound Pet Adoption
Northwest participates in many events throughout the year
to increase public awareness about Greyhounds and find them life homes. Would
you like to be invited to Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest events?
Would you be interested in volunteering with Greyhound Pet Adoption
Northwest in our efforts to promote
the welfare and adoption of Greyhounds (placement representative, public
appearances, fostering, fundraising, etc.)?
GPA Northwest is also always on the lookout for members with skills to help us
with events and activities throughout the year. What kinds of personal/professional
skills might you be willing to offer?
Any other comments or questions?