The GPA Adoption Process
Our adoptions follow a multi-step process that helps to assure that every hound is a good match for their adoptive family.
- Step 1 - Prerequisites - Requirements that MUST be completed before you apply
- Reading and researching the greyhound breed - we want you to be familiar with the unique aspects of the greyhound breed, and the specific needs of retired racing greyhounds to know that this is the right breed for you
- Attending a Meet & Greet - meet hounds face-to-face and ask questions of our volunteers
- Step 2 - Application - The process of applying and being matched with "your" hound
- Applying to Adopt - complete the online adoption application to get the ball rolling
- An Interview with an Adoption Representative - once you apply you will be matched with an Adoption Representative who will guide you through the remainder of the adoption process
- Step 3 - The "Match"
- Once you've interviewed and we know what you're looking for in a hound our matching coordinators will find the right fit for you
- Step 4 - Adoption
- Meeting your Match - once a match is made your Adoption Representative will make arrangements for you to meet the
hound that has been selected for you - Completing the Adoption - usually this happens when you meet your match, you'll sign the adoption contract, pay the non-refundable adoption fee, and agree to our conditions of ownership
- Connecting with other Adopters - you'll be given access to a private Facebook group for new GPA adopters and be matched with an adoption buddy who will check in with you regularly during your first month post-adoption, you'll get added to our email list for periodic updates on events and other GPA activities, and we'll give you a lot of resources to find help, support, and friends among our GPA community
- Meeting your Match - once a match is made your Adoption Representative will make arrangements for you to meet the
So, when you've completed the steps and are ready to apply just click the link below: