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Greyhound Rescue & Adoption of Idaho

7154 W. State Street #119
Boise, ID 83714
208-888-1364

APPLICATION FOR ADOPTION: This information helps us find the right dog for you and find homes for other dogs. PLEASE answer completely and use another sheet if necessary. Thank you for your interest. PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY.

 

Last Name:________________________  First name:________________________
Phone :________________________
Spouse:________________________ Social Security #('s):________________________ (spouse) :________________________
Address:__________________________________
City:________________________ State:____________ Zip:___________
Employer/Occupation:________________________
Work Phone:________________________
Age: under 18 ( ) 19-25 ( ) 26-45 ( ) 46-55 ( ) over 56 ( )

How did you hear of us?_________________________________________________________________

What other pets do you have? (Breed, age, sex, personality)_____________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

What pets have you had in the past? How did they work out? If pet(s) are no longer with you, please explain why:
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How long will a dog be left alone in your home? ______________________________________________

Number of Adults in the home:__________

Number and ages of children in the home: _____________________________________________________

(Y) (N) Do you own your own home?

(Y) (N) If not, do you have permission from the landlord to have a dog?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to keep your greyhound in the house…not outside, in a laundry room, basement, garage, etc.?

(Y) (N) Do you have a COMPLETELY fenced yard? Type & height of fence:______________________________

(Y) (N) Do you agree to keep your greyhound on a no-slip collar and leash or harness at ALL TIMES when outside in an unfenced area?

(Y) (N) Do you promise to keep a collar bearing Greyhound Rescue of Idaho and your own identification on the dog AT ALL TIMES?

(Y) (N) Do you promise to notify Greyhound Rescue of Idaho IMMEDIATELY if the dog turns up missing?

(Y) (N) Do you promise to return the dog to Greyhound Rescue of Idaho IMMEDIATELY if for any reason you cannot keep it?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to allow visits by Greyhound Rescue of Idaho to check on your dog, and allow us to repossess it if it, in our opinion, is not properly cared for?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to give your dog time to adjust to his new home and to rent or purchase a crate for your dog if necessary?

(Y) (N) Do you understand that your dog's racing career cannot be re-activated?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to keep your dog SOLELY AS A HOUSE PET and not use it for racing, hunting or research?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to seek vet care and/or emergency vet care if and when needed for your greyhound?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to keep your greyhound's teeth cleaned by a veterinarian as needed?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to update your greyhound's shots yearly?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to keep your dog's toenails clipped?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to NEVER tie the dog up?

(Y) (N) Do you understand that ALL adoption fees are $250.00 per dog and MUST be paid by CASH or MONEY ORDER and are NON-REFUNDABLE?

(Y) (N) Do you agree to a one to two hour home visit prior to the placement of your greyhound and that "All Members Of The Family Must Be Present At The Time Of The Visit"?

 

Why do you want a greyhound? Explain in detail.
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Explain in detail why you think your home would be a good home for a greyhound.
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Explain in detail your philosophy of vet care for your dog.
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Name of your vet:___________________________________________
Phone:____________________________
Address:___________________________________________
City:_______________ State:________ Zip:___________

 

References (No relatives Please!):

Name:___________________________________________
Phone:_______________________
Address:___________________________________________
City:_______________ State:________ Zip:___________

Name:___________________________________________
Phone:_______________________
Address:___________________________________________
City:_______________ State:________ Zip:___________

 

In Case Of Emergency, Notify:
Name:___________________________________________
Phone:_______________________
Address:___________________________________________
City:_______________ State:________ Zip:___________

Name:___________________________________________
Phone:_______________________
Address:___________________________________________
City:_______________ State:________ Zip:___________

 

I hereby certify that the information herein is true and correct.
Signature:_________________________________________ Date:_____________________________