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FAQ Frequently Asked Questions about Adopting a Greyhound

Adoption FAQ

HOW MUCH IS THE ADOPTION FEE?

GALT's non-refundable tax-deductible adoption donation fee is $350 for all greyhounds under 7 years; $275 for greyhounds ages 7, 8 and 9; and $225 for greyhounds ages 10 and up. Your $75 application deposit is applied to the adoption donation fee at the time of the adoption.

WHY DOES GALT REQUIRE AN ADOPTION DEPOSIT?

The $75 adoption application deposit ensures that you are serious in your desire to adopt a greyhound. We spend a lot of effort checking references and vet records. $25 of the $75 is non-refundable as it goes to cover the administrative costs of processing your application. The $75 will be applied to your adoption donation fee at the time of adoption.

WHAT STANDARD MEDICAL CARE DOES GALT PROVIDE BEFORE ADOPTION?

GALT has high standards for the health and welfare of our greyhounds. GALT's average medical cost per greyhound is well over $500 and includes the following:

  • Blood work: CBC (complete blood count) with serum chemistry panel
  • Heartworm test (and treatment if necessary) until negative results achieved
  • Fecal test (and treatment if necessary) until negative results achieved
  • Tick-borne disease panel by Protatek Lab and treatment as necessary (detects Ehrlichia canis, Babesia canis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Lyme)
  • Spay or neuter
  • Microchip implanted and registered with the provider
  • Dental cleaning and extractions as needed
  • All vaccinations, including DHLPP, Rabies, and Bordetella
  • Monthly heartworm preventative and flea/tick preventative

WHAT WILL I GET WHEN I ADOPT A GREYHOUND FROM GALT?

  • One greyhound who is as healthy as we can make him or her!
  • A full set of medical records for the time that greyhound has been in GALT's care.
  • Rabies certificate and tag.
  • A printout of his or her pedigree and racing record if applicable.
  • Microchip number and tag, and registration with the provider.
  • Martingale collar, 4' leash, and a basket muzzle. A belly band if your new greyhound is male.
  • GALT tag with ID number and phone number.
  • Dental-care start-up kit.
  • One year Bronze GALT membership.
  • Post-adoption follow-up support.
  • Greyhound-related information packet.

IF I'VE ADOPTED FROM GALT BEFORE DO I NEED TO FILL OUT THE APPLICATION AGAIN?

For the most part, previous adopters would be considered 'pre-approved' to adopt again. However, if your personal information has changed a lot, it's helpful to fill out another application. If you are interested in adopting another GALT greyhound, please contact GALT directly!

WILL GALT ADOPT TO AN OUT-OF-TOWN OR OUT-OF-STATE APPLICANT?

Yes, GALT will and has adopted to out-of-town and out-of-state applicants. We do require the applicant to come to Dallas to pick up their greyhound.

HOW LONG DOES THE APPLICATION APPROVAL PROCESS TAKE?

Keep in mind that GALT relies on volunteers to process applications. However, an application can typically be processed within a week if your references can be reached easily.