First we have you go to our website (www.afgwm.org) and fill out an on-line application. Don't worry if you don't have internet access you can contact Allies for Greyhounds at (866)929-3647 and have a paper application sent to you. When we receive your application a local volunteer will contact you and set up a "Home-Visit" so that we can sit down face to face and get to know each other and answer questions you may have. The home-visit is probably the most important part of the adoption process. Once an applicant is approved for adoption we will help you pick out a dog that is suitable for you and your family. We don't "force" a dog on you but we help you pick a dog that is going to fit your needs. The adoption fee of $ 225.00 covers: Spay/Neuter, Teeth Cleaning, Shots Updated, 3 months supply of Heart-worm Preventative, Martingale Style Collar (specially designed for Greyhounds), Leash, and of course a Greyhound. Along with this, you will also have access to a large Greyhound community where Greyhound owners pride themselves with their knowledge and love of this wonderful breed.