IGCA Application

INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS

It is vital to keep your Italian Greyhound ON A LEASH AT ALL TIMES outdoors if not in a fenced area.

Italian Greyhounds are sighthounds and will chase small moving objects regardless of danger, including rabbits, birds, and squirrels. NEVER 'trust' your Italian Greyhound won't run away!

You must agree to keep your Italian Greyhound as a pet in your home as a part of your family. This breed should not be kept outdoors or left outside unattended for any extended period of time.

You must agree to have your rescue dog wear an identification tag at all times. IGCA Rescue will provide all rescue dogs with an identification tag free of charge.

You must agree to maintain necessary vaccinations recommended by your vet and be responsible for licensing your dogs according to regulations in your community.

You must contact the IGCA Rescue Representative and provide notification of any change in contact information from that listed on this application.

You must notify the IGCA Rescue Representative if you cannot keep your rescue dog for any reason. The rescue dog must be returned to IGCA rescue and may not be given to a humane shelter, other rescue group, or any individual, without the consent of IGCA Rescue.

Before applying, please consider that significant changes in life circumstances are the major reason we see dogs come into rescue. New babies, divorce, death, major illness or job change/loss result in displacement of dogs that thought they were part of the family.

Please consider your family plans before you get a dog. If in the next 20 years you might have children, or expect children may be regular visitors in the home, rescue will help you find a dog that would do best in a family environment.

Please consider the longevity of the breed and what will happen to your family pet in the event your circumstances change. Rescue will always be willing to take one of our own back, but planning ahead can ensure your dog is given the best possible opportunity.

If you have significant foreseeable changes in your life that will conflict with giving a rescue IG a life long commitment, for example multiple moves, overseas travel, financial issues, please consider other ways that you can enjoy this wonderful breed. Fostering, or offering a senior dog a loving home do not carry the long term commitment adopting a puppy carries.

You must notify the IGCA Rescue Representative if you cannot keep your rescue dog for any reason. The rescue dog must be returned to IGCA rescue and may not be given to a humane shelter, other rescue group, or any individual, without the consent of IGCA Rescue.

Adoption fees:

• under 7 months - $350
• 7 months to 2 years - $325
• 3 years to 8 years - $300
• over 8 years - $275

The Italian Greyhound Rescue Fund (IGRF) is maintained by the IGRF Treasurer and all donations are payable to the 'IGRF Rescue'. The IGRF Rescue fund is comprised of donations by IGCA members, those interested in the wellbeing of the breed, and adoption donations.

IGCA Rescue must reserve the right to deny any adoption or volunteer application.

THANK YOU for your interest in rescued IGs. Our application may seem a bit lengthy, but it enables us to consider the needs of each dog in relation to the abilities, preferences and situation of our volunteers and adopters.

IGCA Rescue is comprised entirely of volunteers dedicated to the well being of displaced Italian Greyhounds. While we try to be proactive in our communications we do have limited time; please feel free to contact us any time concerning your application.

Applying for
Adoption Volunteer Adoption and Volunteer

Applicant Name
First             Last    

        Occupation               Age    

        Email              

Co-Applicant (optional)
First             Last    

        Occupation               Age    

        Email              

Street Address

  (Line 2)    

City

State / Province
Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador Nova Scotia Ontario Prince Edward Island Quebec Saskatchewan Northwest Territories Nunavut Yukon Other

Postal / Zip Code             Country     USA Canada

Phone
    Area Code         #         -    

Alternate Phone (optional)
    Area Code         #         -    

Pet Information

Why are you interested in Italian Greyhounds?

How did you learn about Italian Greyhounds?

Have you owned an Italian Greyhound?
    Yes         No    

List your current dogs

Name of Dog #1        
                Breed          
                Age                 weeks months years
                Gender       Male           Female  

My dogs are all
      Up to date on vaccinations (rabies/combo)
      Spayed/Neutered
      Current on heartworm preventative

My dogs stay
indoors primarily outdoors primarily some indoors/some outdoors

List any other pets in the home

Name of Pet #1
       
                Species          
                Age                 weeks months years
                Gender       Male           Female  

Are all of your other pets current on appropriate vetting?
    Yes         No    

Have you ever bred any animal?
Yes - currently Yes - in the past No

List your past dogs

Name of Former Dog #1
       
        Breed        
        Where are they?     Passed away Living with relatives Gave away / Rehomed Released to shelter or rescue Lost
        Gender         Male           Female  

Current veterinarian
First             Last    

Current veterenarian office phone (required)
    Area Code         #         -    

Name which the vet records are listed under (if different from applicant name)

Prior veterinarian
First             Last    

Prior veterenarian office phone
    Area Code         #         -    

Name which the vet records are listed under (if different from applicant name)

Contact your vet's office and have them note in your records that you release them to speak to rescue. Most offices will not verify information for us until you give them permission.

Past Experience with Shelters/Rescues

Have you ever given a pet away or surrendered to a rescue or shelter?
    Yes         No    

If you can answer yes, please explain the circumstances.

Have you applied to adopt or volunteer with a shelter or rescue group in the past?
    Yes - I was approved           Yes - I was denied           No  
          If yes, please give the name of the group:
               
          And provide contact phone number or e-mail address
               

Have you been a member of, or volunteered for, any rescue groups or breed clubs?
    Yes             No    
          If yes, please give the name of the group:
               
          And provide contact phone number or e-mail address
               

Living Situation

Which best describes your housing?       Home Apartment Other

Which best describes your living situation?       Own Rent Live with relatives

Landlord or relative who is the owner
First             Last    

Property Owner Phone (required if other than applicant)
    Area Code         #         -    

Would you consider
      Moving somewhere that does not allow pets
      Using chemicals in areas of the yard your dog is allowed
      Letting your dog run free in an area without a secure fence

Describe the type and height of fencing for your yard, and if it is partially or fully fenced.

Do you have a pool?
  Yes - fenced           Yes - unfenced           No  

Describe the stairs in your home
Less than four steps Four or more steps carpeted Four or more steps uncarpeted

Do you have a dog door?
Yes - dogs have access all the time Yes - dogs have access only when supervised No

Household

Please list all other members of the household - except applicant(s)

Resident #1 Name        
                Relation to Applicant          
                Age                             Gender       Male           Female  

Who will have primary responsibility for a dog placed in the home?

Is this dog a surprise gift?
  Yes           No  

Will children be responsible for the care of the dog?
Yes - primarily responsible Yes - they will always be supervised by an adult No

Do children under 12 regularly visit your home?
  Yes           No  

Where will your dog be while home alone?
      Loose indoors
      Crated
      Basement
      Outdoors in a fenced yard
      Outdoors in a kennel or dog run
      Garage
      Confined to one room
      Other
              If "Other", please explain.
                   

Does anyone in the home have allergies?
Yes Yes - but not to dogs No

What best describes the typical energy level of your home?
Active - busy most of the time Moderate - busy a couple times a week, some down time Laid back - do not go out much, spend lots of time at home

In a typical week, what is the longest continuous amount of time a dog will be left alone?

Where do you expect a dog to sleep at night?

Are dogs allowed on the furniture?
Yes - they are allowed where they like Yes - but only certain pieces or with an invitation No

Care and Training

Do you know how to use a martingale collar?
Yes - have used before Yes - have read about them No

How does your family feel about crate training?
Crate trained a dog in the past and expect a new dog to crate Open to crating but have not crated in the past Not open to crate training or crating a dog

How often do you travel during a year?

What plans do you have for your rescue dog when you travel?

Do you plan on attending classes or activities with your rescue dog?
      No
      Training class
      Dog sports
      Dog park
      Therapy dog
      Other
              If "Other", please explain.
                   

What house training option do you plan to use?
      Potty outside on leash
      Potty outside in fenced yard
      Potty pads or litter box indoors

Describe how and when you plan to exercise a dog placed in your home?

If a dog has a potty accident in the house, what would you do to correct it?

If a dog chews something inappropriate, how would you correct it?

What brand and formula food do you plan to feed? Wet or dry? What feeding schedule do you plan to use?

Preferences

Gender preference
  Male           Female           No Preference  

Age preference
      Puppy (0-1.5 yrs)
      Young (1.5-3 yrs)
      Adult (3-6 yrs)
      Mature (6-9 yrs)

Color preference
      Fawn (Brown)
      Blue (Gray)
      Seal/Black
      Sable
      Red
      White
      Selected Color(s) with White

Size preference
      Small (5-9 lbs)
      Medium (10-15 lbs)
      Large (16+ lbs)

Activity Level
      Low (0-30 min exercise / day)
      Moderate (30 min - 2 hrs exercise / day)
      High (2+ hrs exercise / day)

Would you consider something other than your stated preference?
  Yes           No  

Would you consider a dog requiring medications (for example - insulin or phenobarbital for seizures)?
  Yes           No  

Would you consider a dog that needs extra time to adjust or is very shy?
  Yes           No  

Would you consider adopting a pair of dogs (at the same time or within a short period)?
  Yes           No  

Would you consider a dog that requires extra behavioral work?
  Yes           No  

Do you have any additional comments that will assist us in our consideration of your application?

References

Please provide next of kin (not living with you) contact information

Name
First             Last    

Relationship

Street Address

  (Line 2)    

City

State / Province

Postal / Zip Code             Country     USA Canada

Phone
    Area Code         #         -    

Please provide personal references - not a member of your family or household.

Reference 1

Name
First             Last    

Relationship

Phone
    Area Code         #         -    

Reference 2

Name
First             Last    

Relationship

Phone
    Area Code         #         -    

Reference 3

Name
First             Last    

Relationship

Phone
    Area Code         #         -    

Agreements

Submission of this application is enabled after you indicate that you have read and agreed to the following terms and conditions as indicated by checking each of the items which will appear below. By doing so, you affirm that all information provided is accurate and you agree to all the terms herein.