Adopt a Greyhound
You may have read that greyhounds make wonderful family pets. They do! Here’s how we make sure things work out well for both the greyhounds and our adopters and their families.
- First, we are committed to the long-term welfare of each greyhound in our care and to the individuals and families who welcome them into their homes and hearts.
- We believe the greyhounds are best served through a thorough adoption process that matches the needs of each individual dog with the desires and lifestyle of our adopters.
- If any of our adopters ever have to relinquish their greyhound, however, we will always take our greyhounds back into our adoption program.
How We ‘Do What We Do’
As soon as the greyhounds enter our adoption center, they are bathed and dipped. They receive a new collar and ID tag, as well as a new name signifying their new life! Soon after, they get a complete medical overhaul (read the article below), including blood work, treatment for various parasites common to track greyhounds (see Because You Asked), dental care and spay or neuter.
As we get to know the personality of each dog, we also test them for compatibility with children, cats, other breeds of dog and, as needed, other animals. We have been known to check our greyhounds with goats, chickens and bunnies.
Learn more about greyhounds and how to prepare for adopting one! Click on any of the articles below. Then click on the form to complete your application form for adoption Please note that we adopt out our greyhounds in areas throughout California and in the Las Vegas area where we have volunteers available for placement and local support.
Adoption Application, online form.
Print and mail Adoption Application form
1-877-HOUNDSAVERS (or 877-478-8364) • info@houndsavers.org www.houndsavers.org
P.O. Box 2433, La Mesa, CA 91943-2433