How Do You Adopt A Retired Greyhound?
Retired racing greyhounds, known as “40-mph couch potatoes,” make excellent pets. Thousands of these wonderful dogs complete their racing careers between ages 3 to 5 and may face euthanasia if they are not adopted. Clean, quiet and exceptionally loving, a retired racer makes a perfect pet. Contact Greyhound Pets of America at (800) 366-1472, or another adoption organization. Ask for the location of a foster facility or someone who has adopted a retired racer and arrange a visit to see a greyhound “up close and personal.” Learn from your family’s interaction with the dogs when you visit. Some dogs may be shy around children. Some children may not be comfortable around larger greyhounds. Remember a dog is a new family member and brings its own special needs. Greyhounds, for example, need a low-protein diet and a special anesthetic if surgery is ever required. Ask the adoption coordinator for an application. You can complete it immediately or schedule an interview with an adoption coordin
