Adoption Process

Please contact us at adoption@austingreyhounds.org BEFORE submitting your adoption application and deposit!

All adoption applications are processed in the order they are received. And then, prioritized for the best possible match

to your family and individual living situation (other pets, children, personality of the hound, etc.) or preferences.

We appreciate your patience and understanding!

Where to Start!

Decide if a greyhound is the right dog breed for you. We can help you decide - just call us at 512-895-9150 or email us at adoption@austingreyhounds.org. You can also read books (we highly recommend Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies by Lee Livingood) or find information on the internet (The Greyhound Project is a great place to start) 

WE HAVE A WAITING LIST FOR AVAILABLE GREYHOUNDS!

Please contact us at adoption@austingreyhounds.org BEFORE submitting your adoption application and deposit!

All adoption applications are processed in the order they are received. And then, prioritized for the best possible match

to your family and individual living situation (other pets, children, personality of the hound, etc.) or preferences.

We appreciate your patience and understanding!

Complete the AGA adoption application and send to us (printed or electronically).

Austin Greyhound AdoptionPO Box 336Cedar Park, TX 78630-0336 

There is a $50 non-refundable application deposit which must be paid with your application submission.

 or include a check with your completed and signed application.

For approved applications, the application deposit will be deducted from the final adoption fee.

The final non-refundable adoption fee is (including the $50 non-refundable application deposit):

 or provide a check when the adoption is finalized.

(AGA Adoption fees are effective as of 09/01/2022)

**If completing application to become a FOSTER, there are NO FEES required! 

Please call (512) 895-9150, ext 2 or email foster@austingreyhounds.org if you have questions about becoming an AGA Foster!

We'll contact you to review your application and answer any questions you might have.

Next

Once your application is approved, we will make arrangements for you to meet available greyhounds at one of our foster homes. We will help you to choose the right greyhound for your family! Please note, we do not adopt Greyhounds to families with children age 8 and under. Families with children age 8 and under are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Last step!

Sign our adoption contract, pay the balance of your adoption fee (less the $50 deposit), and take delivery of your new greyhound. The adoption fee includes:

The adoption fee is reduced to $300 for AGA dogs 8 years of age and over. Dogs over 8 years of age are often referred to as Seniors. Senior Greyhounds are seniors in name only. Don't let the Senior distinction fool you. Senior Greyhounds are just as fun loving and active as 3 year old Greyhounds!