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My name is: Pola Age (estimated DOB): 16 years old Primary Color: Blue (Grey) Weight: 13 Gender: Male Location (City, State): New Braunfels, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption. My optimal Adoptive Home: Low Energy/Activity. Has an Italian Greyhound Companion. Has someone that can come home at lunch and let me out to potty. I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: A dog bed. A large kennel with the other IGs in my family. Walking on a leash: I do fine on a leash for trips to the vet or other outings, but I don't particularly care for long walks. Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I do just fine being in my crate for reasonable amounts of time. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Very rare or no indoor accidents. A little more about me and my personality: I am a sweet little old man that likes a lot of human attention. I follow my Mom around most of the day, talking to her. I'm not much of a cuddler and prefer to be in my own bed, either by myself or with one of IG siblings. Sometimes I even go off into a quiet room to get away from the craziness of my family. I'm active during the morning but spend the rest of the day and evening sleeping a lot. There are times that I join in with play time with the other dogs and start barking and try to run around. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: None |
My name is: Pola Age (estimated DOB): 10 years old Primary Color: Blue (Grey) Weight: 12 Gender: Female Location (City, State): New Braunfels, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption. My optimal Adoptive Home: Moderate Energy/Activity. Has an Italian Greyhound Companion. I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: no At night, I prefer to sleep in: A dog bed. My human's bed. A Larger kennel with the other dog(s). Walking on a leash: I do fine on a leash for trips to the vet or other outings, but I don't particularly care for long walks. Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I do just fine being in my crate for reasonable amounts of time. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Very rare or no indoor accidents. A little more about me and my personality: My favorite thing to do is to hang out with my IG family or Mom. My Mom tells me I am very sweet and loving. I'm most happy playing and sleeping with my other dog siblings. I enjoy walking around an enclosed back yard and sitting on the patio watching my Mom working and the birds. I have a very favorite stuffed toy squirrel that I will play with myself, with my siblings or Mom. I enjoy eating meals and treats and try to get people food but Mom says "no" to the last one. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: None |
Contact IGCA about Mussolini/Muesli My name is: Mussolini/Muesli Age (estimated DOB): 4 years old (02/05/2015) Primary Color: Blue (Grey) Weight: 9 pounds, 3 ounces Gender: Male Location (City, State): Nederland, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption. My optimal Adoptive Home: High Energy/Activity. Has a Canine Companion. Has an Italian Greyhound Companion. Has someone that is home mostly during the day. Has someone that can come home at lunch and let me out to potty.Has an area that can be set up for me to stay in during a full work day with potty pads. Is okay with a dog in their lap quite frequently. Is okay with a dog that prefers canine companionship to human companionship. I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: A dog bed. My human's bed. Walking on a leash: I walk very well on a leash and enjoy going for walks Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I do just fine being in my crate for reasonable amounts of time. If the door is left open, I will put myself inside to rest. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Occasional accidents. A little more about me and my personality: I am a very active little iggy. I sometimes play Superman jumping from the floor to the arm or back of the couch to the chair. I even chase my tail and sometimes catch it! I have been free fed, but would be fine eating in my kennel, since I like to guard the other bowls and divvy up the pieces of food one at a time delivering it to my friends. I just bump them out of the way, if I need to. My foster parents have learned that I would rather be picked up when they are sitting and call me to jump up. I will be fine with children who are old enough to understand that. I like to bark when my people leave and return to the house and when I am running and playing in the backyard with my whippet and iggy friends. Otherwise, I’m a quiet little guy who likes to snuggle and nap. I am doing great with my potty training. My foster mom lets me out often with the other dogs. Sometimes I even go to the door to let her know I’ve got to go. I occasionally have pee accidents in the house. I should be able to easily learn to use a doggy door! I’m excellent at pooping in the yard. I can even go potty on a leash, if I need to. If I need to be left in the kennel for more than 3 hours I would like to be in a larger kennel, so that I can have my bed and blanket with me on one end and a pee pad with bowls of water and a few kibbles. My foster mom puts pee pads around my kennel just in case I decide to hike and pee! Oh yea, I really don’t like it very much when my foster parents try to brush my teeth or put gel on them. But I sure do love to give hugs and kisses, after all I am Italian! If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: I’m healthy. I take Ivermectin/Pvrantel on the 17th of each month to prevent heart worms. I am given OraVet Plaque Prevention Gel once a week to keep my teeth strong. |
Contact rescue about Scarlett Rose Lucca is an IG-mix, and is NOT officially part of the IGCA/IGRF rescue program. This sweet girl is an independently sponsored rescue who is fostering with local IGCA volunteers. My name is: Scarlett Rose Age (estimated DOB): <1 yr Primary Color: Reddish/Fawn Weight: 25+ Gender: Female Location (City, State): Pasadena, TX My adoption readiness status: I am more than ready for my loving home! My optimal Adoptive Home: A place with plenty of love, some patience, and some ways to expend energy. Good with everyone. Would enjoy a 4 legged companion. I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: yes, but I need sufficient exercise. At night, I prefer to sleep in: My human's bed, but have been trained to sleep in my crate in my human’s room. Walking on a leash: I walk pretty nicely on a leash but haven’t yet mastered leash “perfect” behavior. Crate training: I am create trained for when my foster family is out and at night. I am comfortable in it. A little more about me and my personality: I am a sweatheart and oversized puppy, literally. While I am not all Italian Greyhound, topping out over 25 lbs, I am a total sweetie of IG on the inside. I love everyone and am a super, happy girl. I can never make a single enemy because I am a lover, not a fighter. I enjoy dinner, playing with my people, playing with my canine companion and long romps outside as weather permits. I would love a home that provides plenty of love and ways to burn energy since I am so young. I am submissive but not fearful so I do best where others won’t pick on me… Because, after all,all you need is love. |
My name is: Gabe Age (estimated DOB): (August 2011) Primary Color: Red Fawn Weight: 14.5 pounds Gender: Male Location (City, State): Houston, TX My adoption readiness status: My foster home is helping me with a behavioral, emotional, or medical situation, so I would only be available at this time to a family willing and able to take on and commit to a special needs IG. My optimal Adoptive Home: Low Energy/Activity. Is familiar with fearful behavior and/or has experience with dogs that have been abused/neglected in their past. Has time and patience to dedicate to continuing my social rehabilitation I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: A dog bed Walking on a leash: I am currently learning about being on a leash and need some patience while working on it Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I do fine in my crate while traveling in a car. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: I know how to use designated potty pads indoors. Occasional accidents. A little more about me and my personality: My foster home thinks I am an alert, curious and handsome IG. As a puppymill survivor, I am fearful and do not yet trust humans. I am making progress, but still have a lot to learn about being a pet. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: Unknown. |
My name is: Rocco Age (estimated DOB): 10 years old Primary Color: Fawn (Tan) Weight: ? Gender: Male Location (City, State): Houston, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption. My optimal Adoptive Home: High Energy/Activity. Has Adults Only in it. Is okay with a dog in their lap quite frequently. Has prior experience with a high energy IG. Must have a securely fenced in yard (not an available dog park area). I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: yes-I am low energy and walk and potty well on a leash At night, I prefer to sleep in: My human's bed Walking on a leash: I walk very well on a leash and enjoy going for walks Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I do just fine being in my crate for reasonable amounts of time. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Occasional accidents. A little more about me and my personality: Although I am 10 yrs old I have the energy of a young iggy (but currently doing well living in an apartment)! I really like to hang out with my humans, but also enjoy being around other dogs at the dog park. My parents call me nosy, but I say I'm curious! I love to sit on the couch/human bed/my bed and just stare/watch at what my humans are doing throughout the house. I'm know how to sit and lay down & currently working on how to "give my paw". One of my favorite things to do is give kisses...sometimes unsolicited, but that's just because I love so much! If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: Unknown. |
My name is: Justine Age (estimated DOB): 9 years old Primary Color: White with Fawn Markings Weight: 13 pounds Gender: Female Location (City, State): Sugar Land, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption. My optimal Adoptive Home: Has a Canine Companion. Has someone that is home mostly during the day I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: A dog bed Walking on a leash: I walk very well on a leash and enjoy going for walks Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I don't like to be in a crate but do great being in a confined area when I am home alone. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Very rare or no indoor accidents. I know how to use designated potty pads indoors. A little more about me and my personality: I am spunky and have a good amount of energy. I am curious and like to explore inside and out. I like to meet new people and get along with all other dogs I have been around. I am easy going but watch your food around me because I love to eat. I enjoy going for walks and have a beautiful stride. I like to receive affection but then do my own thing. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: None. |
My name is: Richard Age (estimated DOB): 11 Primary Color: Red Weight: 11 Gender: Male Location (City, State): Bellaire, TX My adoption readiness status: My foster home is helping me with a behavioral, emotional, or medical situation, so I would only be available at this time to a family willing and able to take on and commit to a special needs IG. My optimal Adoptive Home: Low Energy/Activity. Has a Canine Companion. Has someone that is home mostly during the day. Has someone that can come home at lunch and let me out to potty. Must have a securely fenced in yard (not an available dog park area). I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: yes — I am low energy and walk and potty well on a leash. At night, I prefer to sleep in: My human's bed Walking on a leash: I am currently learning about being on a leash and will have this down in no time! Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I consider the crate my safe space and don't mind being in there at all for reasonable amounts of time. If the door is left open, I will put myself inside to rest. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: I know how to use a supervised dog door when the humans are home. Uses dog door on his own. A little more about me and my personality: Richard is such a sweet, happy, loving dog! He is always happy when it is time for dinner. He loves to snuggle and sleep and be told he is handsome. He also loves to tan outside on a sunny day. He will do well in a calm, quiet household with human and canine companionship. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: Heart murmur, jaw issues but none of this seems to affect him. I grind up his kibble in a food processor to make it easier for him to eat. Blind but he gets around well once he knows his way. I think he can see a bright light so at night guide him with a flash light. |
My name is: Luigi Age (estimated DOB): 11yrs Primary Color: Seal (Black) Weight: 16 Gender: Male Location (City, State): Houston, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption My optimal Adoptive Home: Moderate Energy/Activity. Has a Canine Companion: Has an Italian Greyhound Companion. Must have a securely fenced in yard (not an available dog park area). Must be in Texas or Oklahoma- out of state adoption would be highly unlikely for me I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: A dog bed Walking on a leash: I walk very well on a leash and enjoy going for walks Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I do just fine being in my crate for reasonable amounts of time Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Occasional accidents and I know how to use a supervised dog door when the humans are home A little more about me and my personality: I enjoy being the center of attention, but will give way to other dogs. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: none |
My name is: BlueJay Age (estimated DOB): (12/2008) Primary Color: Blue Fawn (Tan with Gray undertones) Weight: 18 Gender: Male Location (City, State): Houston, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption. My optimal Adoptive Home: Low Energy/Activity. Moderate Energy/Activity. Has a Canine Companion. Has an Italian Greyhound Companion. Has someone that is home mostly during the day. Has someone that can come home at lunch and let me out to potty. Is okay with a dog in their lap quite frequently. Must have a securely fenced in yard (not an available dog park area). I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: My kennel or My human's bed Walking on a leash: I do fine on a leash for trips to the vet or other outings, but I don't particularly care for long walks. Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I do just fine being in my crate for reasonable amounts of time. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Occasional accidents only when I'm left alone. A little more about me and my personality: Blue's favorite thing to do is snuggle under blankets – he can even maneuver a blanket so that there is no opening as he gets it all underneath him – it’s amazing to watch. You have to be careful – if he snuggles up next to you on the couch, you are likely to be lulled into a nap by his warm little snuggly self. Blue is a very happy boy and is happiest when he has people and other dogs around. He is scared of loud noises, but I don't blame him since he can't see if he's in danger or not by the noise. Blue is very brave and adaptable – he got used to our house in no time and gets around perfectly fine. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: Blue is 100% blind in both eyes and has glaucoma in one eye. He gets 1 drop in that eye twice daily (at meal time). Blue has a history of hemangiomas, which were all recently removed and he has recovered nicely. |
Contact IGCA about Cristina/Cricket My name is: Cristina/Cricket Age (estimated DOB): (February 2007) Primary Color: White with Blue Markings Weight: 18 Gender: Female Location (City, State): Houston, TX My adoption readiness status: My foster home is helping me with a behavioral, emotional, or medical situation, so I would only be available at this time to a family willing and able to take on and commit to a special needs IG. My optimal Adoptive Home: Moderate Energy/Activity. Has someone that is home mostly during the day. I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: My kennel Walking on a leash: I do fine on a leash for trips to the vet or other outings, but I don't particularly care for long walks. Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I consider the crate my safe space and don't mind being in there at all for reasonable amounts of time. If the door is left open, I will put myself inside to rest. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: Very rare or no indoor accidents. A little more about me and my personality: Very independent. Not fond of being held or picked up. Extremely confident and can be slightly demanding. Very good appetite and has some very cute and funny mannerisms. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medications, they are listed here: Cristina is nearly blind in both eyes from age related cataracts. she is also very hard of hearing. She has had part of one lung removed on account of cancer. |
Contact IGCA about Noelle & Nicholas My name is: Noelle Age (estimated DOB): April 2004 Primary Color: White with Seal Markings Weight: 10 Gender: Female Location (City, State): Hockley, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption My optimal Adoptive Home: Low Energy/Activity. Has someone that is home mostly during the day. Has someone that can come home at lunch and let me out to potty. Has time and patience to dedicate to continuing my social rehabilitation. I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: Dog tent Walking on a leash: I don't walk very fast and I prefer my walks around a yard. My eyes just aren't what they used to be. Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I consider the crate my safe space and don't mind being in there at all for reasonable amounts of time. If the door is left open, I will put myself inside to rest. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: I know how to use designated potty pads indoors. A little more about me and my personality: I take a little more time because I don't have any teeth and my food must be prepared. I don't see very well nor can I hear most sounds. I have a great personality and love to lay in the sun. Please don't separate me from my son Nicholas. If I have a known medical issue or am taking any medication, the are listed here: I don't see or hear very well, but with a little help I do just fine. I take more time but am worth it! My name is: Nicholas Age (estimated DOB): April 2009 Primary Color: White Weight: 10 Gender: Male Location (City, State): Hockley, TX My adoption readiness status: I am available for adoption My optimal Adoptive Home: Low Energy/Activity. Has an Italian Greyhound Companion. Has someone that can come home at lunch and let me out to potty. I Do Well With:
Apartment Homes: maybe At night, I prefer to sleep in: My kennel Dog tent Walking on a leash: I do fine on a leash for trips to the vet of other outing, but I don't particularly care for long walks. Crate training - please note that we teach crating as a 'safe happy personal space' where the IG can rest/sleep when confinement is necessary. Crates should NEVER be used as a punishment or 'time out' space: I consider the crate my safe space and don't mind being in there at all for reasonable amounts of time. If the door is left open, I will put myself inside to rest. Italian Greyhounds are known for housebreaking issues and most will have occasional accidents. As an IG parent you must be willing to commit to a structured and reasonable routine to keep your iggy from having excessive indoor accidents. My house-training Status is: We are working on it! I know how to use a supervised dog door when the humans are home. A little more about me and my personality: I love to give kisses and when I get excited I can't stop jumping. I have never been separated from my mom, Noelle, and must be able to stay with her. She is a beautiful Italian Greyhound and is 14 years old. |
Viva Fiesta!!! Hi my name is Turbo and I live in San Antonio. Would you believe that I am 11 years old and this is the first time I’ve been to Fiesta? Well I love it and I’ve sent pictures to all my friends and family. I’m a compact little guy about 10 lbs. I only have 3 teeth left but it doesn’t slow down my eating at all. My family and I lived outside for quite a while, but all that changed since New Years Day. We have nice warm beds and blankets and good food now. I love food! I can be very determined when food is around. I have improved tremendously in my housebreaking skills and my pet sitter says I have done really well with no accidents the last time I stayed at her house. I do wear a belly band but am slowly learning not to mark. She didn’t have to change it all day because I didn’t have any accidents. I love to play and run around the house like a 4 year old. I love to snuggle and sit on laps. If my forever home would like to take me out and about I would really like that. I’m a really friendly guy and like having tons of friends. (fostering in San Antonio) |
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Some Things to Consider Before Adopting an Italian Greyhound Family Planning: A Family for Life: |
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Plynio
Pola
Mussolini/Muesli
Scarlett Rose (IG-mix)
Gabe
Rocco
Justine
Richard
Luigi
BlueJay
Cristina/Cricket
Noelle & Nicholas
Turbo
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