Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc

Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc. (GALT) is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit corporation operating in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, throughout Texas and the United States since May, 2001. GALT has assisted more than 2400 greyhounds in finding their forever homes. GALT depends solely on donations for its operating budget of more than $350,000 per year for needs of the greyhounds in its possession. GALT takes a neutral stand on greyhound racing. Our Mission Assist all greyhounds, primarily those that are retired from or affiliated with the racing industry; Facilitate placing greyhounds in loving, responsible, forever homes; Educate the public about the desirability of adopting greyhounds as companions and family pets in the home; Stress the importance of spay and neuter as a means of controlling the number of unwanted animals; Support, welcome and encourage an active, organized volunteer base of greyhound lovers who share the passion and vision of finding loving, responsible, forever homes for greyhounds to live out their natural lives; Provide continuing educational support to the greyhound's family after placement to ensure a successful adoption; Connect with other groups and people that assist and adopt greyhounds to promote adoption worldwide; and most of all, Enjoy the spiritual connection we all share with greyhounds and each other in loving and helping one of the most loving and loyal creatures put on this earth.

You can pay the deposit online by going to the Adoption Application Deposit item at www.GreytStore.com. This will give you a Confirmation Number that you will need to include on your adoption application, or you can mail an application to GALT with a check or money order for $75. $25 of the deposit is non-refundable, and all of it applies to the adoption donation fee. Applicants must be 21 or over. Greyhounds on Injured Reserve are not available for applications or appointments until they are recovered and made available for adoption. GALT's non-refundable tax-deductible adoption donation fee is $350 for all greyhounds under 7 years, $275 for greyhounds 7 to 9 years, and $225 for greyhounds age 10 and up. The remainder of the adoption fee donation is due when the greyhound is adopted. Your adoption donation allows GALT to help the next greyhound! GALT's average cost per greyhound is over $500.00 - read more in the Adoption FAQ about what we do for our dogs. Not all adoption groups offer the high quality medical procedures that GALT does. Be informed before you adopt.