If you're not already familiar with IG's,
PLEASE take the time to do the recommended reading. It can't be stressed enough that IG's are wonderful, but they are NOT the
breed for everyone. These Rescue dogs have already been displaced once or more in their lives and I do everything I
can to make sure their next placement is their last. So it's best to do the homework and make sure Italian Greyhounds
are the right breed for you.
There are great books about IG's that I highly
recommend - whether you're an experienced IG person, or just learning about the breed. The "Nuts and Bolts IG Book"
by Patricia Kelly, and "The New Complete Italian Greyhound " by Lilian Barber. You can find links to purchase both
of these books on our links page. Also visit the National IG club site at www.italiangreyhound.org for more information on specific health concerns of the Italian
Greyhound.
It's important to fully understand the
ins and outs of the IG breed before adopting. As already mentioned, I do all I can to insure that each IG adopted
through TIGR is adopted into a well prepared forever home, and never faces going back in to a rescue situation.
Making sure potential adopters are well educated on the breed specifics is a first step to achieving that goal.
After doing the homework, if you're still sure
that the IG is the breed for you, then complete our adoption procedure (see side bar)... (Adoption Donations
are $250) Fill out the adoption application (email to request one) and return it to TIGR. I'll look over it, email your
references, and contact you to discuss any questions we may both have. We'll arrange a home visit so TIGR & a potential
Adoptee can meet and answer any questions that you may have. If both steps are approved, and we've found an IG that's
a match for you, then we complete the adoption agreement and you'll be able to arrange pick up your new IG family member.
TIGR will remain in contact during the initial adjustment period, and beyond, helping to answer any and all questions
that come up. I prefer to stay in touch always, as I love getting updates, photos, and stories about the IGs I
have fostered, loved, and placed. They remain in my heart long after they've moved into yours!!
All IGs adopted through
TIGR are spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, heartworm tested (and negative), dewormed, had a dental if needed, and
are microchipped. You'll be adopting an IG that is in the best health and medical condition possible.
