Our first suggestion
is, if you're not already familiar with IG's, is to go to the National Italian Greyhound Club of America at www.italiangreyhound.org and read up on the breed and it's particular
traits. IG's are absolutely wonderful! But, they aren't the breed for everyone, so it's best to do the homework and make sure
it's the right breed for you.
There are also a couple of really
great books about IG's that we'd highly recommend - whether you're an experienced IG person, or just learning about the breed,
we think you'll find them very informative - They are The Nuts & Bolts IG Book
by Patricia Kelly, and The New Complete Italian Greyhound
by Lilian Barber.
We find it very important that you fully understand the ins and
outs of the IG breed before adopting. We want to do everything we can to insure that each IG adopted through Triangle
IG Rescue is adopted into a well prepared forever home, and never has to face going back in to a rescue situation
again. Making sure our potential adopters are well educated on the breed specifics is a first step to achieving that goal.
After doing the homework, if you feel the Italian Greyhound is the breed for you, then our adoption procedure
is this... (Adoption Donations are $250) First, fill out an adoption application (email to request one) and return
it to TIGR. We'll look over your application, email your references, and contact you to discuss any questions we may have. Next,
we arrange a home visit with you so we can meet you and verify your application information. When all steps are
approved, and we determine which foster is a match for you, then you'll complete an adoption agreement
and arrange pick up of your new IG family member. TIGR will remain in contact with you through out the
initial adjustment period, and beyond, helping to answer any and all questions that come up. We prefer to stay in touch always,
as we love getting updates, photos, and stories about the pets we have placed. They remain in our hearts long after they've
moved into yours!!
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Adoption Process
Step 1:
Application (download one below. complete application
and return via email or snail mail)
Step 2: Review of Application (we'll go over your application and contat
you if there are any questions)
Step 3: Reference
Checks (we'll email your references and call your veterinary references)
Step 4: Application
Summary (once approved, we'll discuss the foster that would be the best fit for your home)
Step 5: Home
Visit (a visit to your home to finalize details and answer any questions)
Step 6: Meet
& Greet ( meet the potential matching foster)
Step 7:
Adopt
(From application to adoption may take a week, or it may take a month. there are many variables. Everyone
at TIGR is a volunteer. Your patience is appreciated)
A great deal of time is spent
matching a particular dog to a potential family. Adoptions are not necessarily on a first come, first adopt basis. Please
be patient while we help you determine which dog is best suited to your home. Your reward will be a lifetime companion.
DOWNLOAD TIGR ADOPTION APPLICATION - CLICK HERE...
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