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Requirements for adopting a greyhound The requirements for adopting a greyhound are simple. First, you should be looking for a house dog and a companion. Our dogs are adopted strictly for house pets and are the finest companions you could ask for. They do not do well outside, since they have no fat nor a thick coat to keep them warm. And, as your best friend, they want to be with you. Second, you need a fenced yard to protect your dog when it goes outside to relieve itself. The greyhound is totally innocent and will likely be killed on the road if allowed to run loose. You must plan on your dog being confined in the house or a fenced yard. If you walk or jog with it, make certain it is leashed at all times. Often people say they live on five or more acres and they think this should be plenty of room for a dog to live without a fence. This simply doesn't work because of the dog's breeding and extensive training. Third, there should be someone with the dog at all times for several days in its new home. Because of its track background, the dog may suffer from separation anxiety when left alone. To avoid soiling and damage, we recommend you purchase or borrow a crate for housing your greyhound while your're gone for short periods or several hours. We can help you with this. Remember, crates are not cruel. They've been the dog's home while it resided at the track and kennel. However, be realistic in how long you leave the dog crated, since it will have to relieve itself within several hours. Forth, you must keep us informed of the dog's whereabouts, and if for any reason you cannot keep the dog, you must return the dog to Sighthound Adoption, Boise Idaho. We will let you try another, so both you and your dog are happy. Sighthound Adoption always represents the dog's interests and will not allow it to be put in a risky or compromising situation. We have seen too many tragic incidents occur to people who chose not to follow our advice. If our requirements are not acceptable, you should consider another breed. Finally, we request a non-refundable donation of at least $175.00 to help perpetuate this non-profit rescue program.
SIGHTHOUND ADOPTION CENTER Roy & Kathi Merritt BOISE IDAHO 208-362-1147
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