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If you are seriously thinking about adopting an IG, here are some things to consider. Are you ready to adopt? Submitting an adoption application is the first step, and is required before meeting specific foster dogs in which you may have an interest. Click here to access the online IGCA ADOPTION APPLICATION. Click for further IGCA information: Are You In the San Antonio Area?
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Contact IGCA about Eli & Peyton AVAILABLE SOON! We are the "Manning" Brothers, Eli and Peyton. We can come as a package deal, but with fewer zeros ($'s) than our famous namesakes. Do you remember Spuds MacKenzie, the Budweiser mascot? If we were Bull Terriers we might pass for him, but we’re as Italian Greyhound as they come. I guess it is our solid white coat and the fawn patch over one eye that confuses people. Eli’s is over the left and Peyton’s over the right. We would so like a forever home together. Peyton is deaf and Eli has been his ears since birth. Peyton does well on his own and is learning sign language. Sadly though, adoption must wait until Eli has some surgery to correct a previous surgery and relieve some hip pain. Other than that, Eli is in perfect health. At 11.5 pounds and with long legs, Eli is your quintessential Iggie. Peyton is a biggie Iggie at 19 pounds. We are 1 and 1/2 years old. In the pictures, Eli is in the wide collar and Peyton in the thin blue collar. If you are looking for two loving pets, these are your guys. Eli’s surgery is scheduled for April 3rd, and a speedy recovery is expected. Watch this site for when Eli and Peyton are available for a forever home. |
Hi! I’m Phelps! I am a 4 year old, neutered male. I am white with dark brown markings and the cutest ears ever. You can tell what I am thinking just by looking at me because my ears say it all. I am a biggie iggy: right now I’m at about 14 pounds, but my foster mom says I need to gain a bit more weight. I am current on all my shots and just had my teeth cleaned, so now I have a pretty white smile. Not much is known about my past, but there were things that have made me a little shy and unsure about humans. I do love to be pet — I am an Iggy, after all. I now follow my foster mom everywhere and have started to wag my tail happily when I see her. It’s just going to take some time and understanding and I will be all yours. I have only been with my foster mom for a short time and already learned to love walks ... I love to play with toys. I prefer plush, and I’m not too fond of rubber or plastic. And I love to play with other dogs. I am very good at amusing myself with toys and chews but think I would do best in a home with another dog because they help with my shyness and teach me things. I love running around the yard, so a home with a fenced area would be nice. I sleep quietly in my crate all night and am very good in the house. I would love to find my “furever” home so I can spend the rest of my life being happy and loved — and loving you back! |
Ever had the desire to win someone’s heart over, to earn their trust, and become the center of their universe? If so, Nino may be your boy. He wants so much to trust his human, to be a part of the human pack. Unfortunately, he missed a very critical stage of development that would have allowed him to learn that humans were meant for loving. He now works at a deficit, but shows potential to become a wonderful companion. Nino may never be a social butterfly with humans, but dogs are not a problem for Nino and actually he relates to them best. Another dog in his forever home might help bridge the gap with his human companion more quickly, but would not be a requirement for him. Nino is a young boy at just 2 years old, ideally still having lots of years to work on his issues. Truly a dog to rescue, lots of patience, consistency and love will go a long way with him. He takes two steps forward and one back, but does make progress in trusting humans. The crate is his favorite place to be, but will now come out on his own to go outside. He understands what is expected of him in his foster home, and he is happy to comply with the routine. Any changes in his routine will take time to adjust to, but rest assured, the adjustment will be made. Although he is not a snuggler, consistent training and reinforcement in this area will help him learn to trust the human touch. You can tell he very much wants to trust, and would love to snuggle if he could just get past his initial fear. Consistency and repetition will be key in helping Nino earn your trust. Again, Nino is a dog that truly needs to be rescued, not one to merge immediately into your home. However, seeing the progress made in working with him enables him to quickly sink into your heart. He has tender, loving eyes that will now gaze into his human’s … this has not always been the case. Contact us about Nino if you are looking for a dog to rescue, not just adopt. He is waiting for his special person to love him for him and for the potential that he has inside. He would love to gaze into your eyes. (fostering in the Beaumont area) |
Contact IGCA about Hobbit de Marco Those PYTs (pretty young thangs) always go quickly, don’t they! Don’t have to tell me that! I see them come and go, so, I’m so glad you decided to take a look at me! Means you know the true meaning of ‘rescue’ don’t you? Takes a special person to adopt a 13 year old Iggy boy-and you know what … because you are so special, good things will come to you. That would be me, cause I’m a good thing! I am Marco-Hobbit-de Milo, or you can call me whatever you want. As long as you are feeding me and giving me scratches, I could care less! I need a place if you’ve got room. I don’t take up much room myself … I’ve lost some weight! I have also lost a few teeth, OK … I have two left, but that won’t stop me from eating! My stats are 13 years young, 13 inches at the shoulder and about 14.5 pounds … fawn and white neutered male, if these things mean something to you. All I know is I’m super cute and content … an EZ-IG. Sometimes you are surprised by the package inside … I might not look energetic, or fun-loving, or exceptionally happy, or even like what you thought you might consider adopting, but you would never know it till you met me. I am an extra-special boy, my foster mom tells me that all the time. She loves the way I walk on my hind legs, waiving my front legs, just to put my legs on yours to get scratchies! You know, we in the older set are good for some things … and one of those would be we have been through lots of training … I am certified in potty-training, crate-training, and snuggle-training. I know how to melt your heart, and how to convince you I need another treat-that would be owner-training. I don’t require lots of exercise and activity, but if I am able to con you into all the treats I want, I’ll need some! Why don’t you come and visit me? I will charm you for a couple of treats. Plus, I’m completely vetted and ready to go home with you — your ‘special person’ trophy! |
Hi, I’m Amalfi! I’m a sweet boy, about 8 years old. I’m an easygoing iggy who loves food — maybe a bit too much. Let it be known, if other doggies aren’t going to eat their food, I’ll happily take it — no need for it to go to waste. At 21 pounds, perhaps I do need to lose a few ounces (he he). I do like some reassurance — I am anxious to find my for-ever home. I’m never aggressive, but sometimes I may seem needy or pushy. But, I don’t mean to push my foster brother out of the way — I just want to make sure my foster dad doesn’t forget about me: I like rubs, and treats, and walks, too! When it’s time to play, I’ll ask you in my best iggy voice if you want to play with me. If you do, I’ll give you kisses. I’ll give you kisses even if you don’t play with me. I may even give you a hug for being so nice to me and taking me home with you! I like other dogs, older people, kids, toddlers in strollers, and even cats. Cats are my friends. My foster’s cats—those cats even clean my ears. My foster dad says we are like a circus when we all play together. When I want to go out, I’ll ask by perking up my ears and wagging my tail real hard and do a bit of a bounce. I still pull a bit on a leash, but not as bad as before. I’m getting better. Practice makes perfect. Of course, I prance rather than walk. I’m a cute little thing — come by and see me sometime! I’ll make a sweet friend. |
My name is Kobe and I’m two years old. My owner recently moved out of the country, but I couldn't go with him so he left me with the wonderful IG rescue group so they could find me a loving home. I am curious, sweet and loving. My foster family discovered that I can sing — I have a beautiful voice by the way. I get along well with my foster siblings and we like to play tag right after our dinner. I am crate-trained and wear a belly band while in my foster home (just in case), but I never make a mess in my crate. I occasionally have seizures, but just started medicine to see if we can stop them. I can jump really high and I've noticed the birds at the bird feeder so I am currently trying to figure out how to catch one. I hope you read this and decide to bring me home so I can show you all of my skills. I just know I can make my new family very happy. |
I’m a sweet and loving girly iggy. At 3 years old, I’m 11 pounds and almost 16 inches tall, but not itty bitty. I’m very smart and follow commands very well — if I say so myself. For example, even though I love to give kisses, if my foster mom has had enough, she just says “no kisses.” I don’t like to stop but I do. That’s how smart I am. I also do the basics: sit, come, stop, in your bed, etc. I’ll even let my foster parents know if I feel the need to go outside. Nobody’s perfect, but I’m very civilized and know what needs to go on outside and if worse comes to worse, I know what a potty pad is. I’ll snuggle under the covers for a nap and love it — I’m an iggy, after all, but I have to say, I do like my privacy. I sleep in my crate at night and if it’s been a particularly long day, I’ll even get in my crate and just wait for my foster mom to tuck me in and lock the gate. I’ll even lounge in my crate during the day — it’s my own private spot and I like it. Young children are probably not my thing — I like my space. For example, I really prefer pets and kisses than you trying to trim my nails or brush my teeth — I mean, how would you like it if someone invaded YOUR mouth space to try to brush YOUR teeth?! Like I said, I’m very smart so I could probably be coaxed into these annoying necessities by some patience and training. My foster mom works with me and I’m already making progress. I can even be an iggy version of a watch dog. I know when someone is around before you do, and I’ll bark to let you know. It’s exciting to get visitors and I’ll show my emotions. You can put me in check if I get too excited. I haven’t used a leash much, but the experience I’ve had has been OK. At my foster’s I have a large back yard that I loves to run in and explore in freely. My vet visit went really well. I didn’t even need my teeth cleaned — not for another year or so. To celebrate, my foster mom took me to a howl-oween costume party and I loved it. I play and wrestle with dogs I know — like my foster sibling. I may be shy around dogs I don’t know. Before I came into rescue I had to wary and tentative. But people — they’re the ones with the hands that can pet you — even the ones you don’t know that well — so people I don’t have any shyness with. I look forward to meeting you and having you consider me for your forever companion. Check me out — I may be your perfect iggy match! (fostering in the Dayton area) |
AVAILABLE SOON! After a stressful, confusing dump at a shelter in the middle of a storm, left by her weeping mama after 8 years together, and then trying to figure out if she is safe in this new place, Lady Lacy is letting us know who she is. And that is all iggy. She has gone from trembling and snapping at hands coming toward her and flipping over in submission-please-don’t-kill-me-now posture, to giving kisses, pawing for pets, and hanging out with the boys in the kitchen waiting for treats. She’ll be even happier after a dental is done — that’s all the vetting she needs. Check back here soon to see if she’s received the all-clear! |
Donnie is the most social, outgoing iggie I’ve ever encountered and he loves, loves, loves people and dogs of all shapes, sizes and ages! Unfortunately his previous owner passed away and Donnie found himself at a kill shelter at the age of 13. Thankfully, IGCA Rescue was alerted and into rescue he came. His teeth were in terrible shape and unfortunately none were able to be saved. He is now toothless, but he doesn’t know it and still loves his food. He is an active boy and loves to take walks. He is a true gentleman on a leash and has perfect manners. In true iggie style, he is a velcro dog and loves to be close to his people. If allowed he will sleep in bed with you and is a champion snuggler. He is a tall boy and weighs about 15 pounds. He has a very animated personality and his expressions are comical. Donnie may be 13 but he is definitely the most spunky, spry senior I’ve ever met. One meeting with this handsome boy and you will quickly fall under his spell and see for yourself how absolutely charming he is! |
Let me begin by introducing myself: my name is Jenna and I am 7 years old and considered a biggie-iggy at 15 pounds. I came into rescue just in time. I was living outside in the triple-digit heat in a crate. All I was being used for was breeding. This for sure was not the life I signed up for. Now, I have been given a second chance to live like a queen. I just need that forever family that is willing and able to help me get my self confidence back. You will have to forgive me, as I don't remember what it is to trust people. But in time, I know my memory can be refreshed. I am cute as a button and my personality will shine through with a little TLC. I also hope you have a soft heart for when I might have an accident in the house. I am working hard at knowing the place for that is outside. When I get excited, I do a little dance and even extend my paw as if to say “I want that.” I am not a lap dog, at least not yet anyway, and I find comfort sleeping in the crate. When it comes to meal time, I get all kinds of excited and can't wait to chow down. Since I only have six teeth in my mouth, I need a soft-food diet. I am currently on a raw food diet to help me get my figure back. When it comes to other dogs as companions, I'm all in. I am currently sharing space with my foster brother and sister and we get along great. If you have the time and patience to teach me to love and trust again, then I am the girl for you. I promise you won't be sorry! |
Colin is a handsome, red and white male, who is approximately 4 years old. However, no one has let him know that he isn't a puppy, so get ready for a high energy boy! He would love a home where he can get lots of exercise and go on walks or runs to help burn his extra energy. Another iggy or two would be OK, as well, as long as they like to play! Colin came to IGCA Rescue from a local shelter with his housemate, Dexter. Colin is a friendly, affectionate boy. He is fully-vetted and ready for his forever home! (fostering in Lumberton) |
If you would like a beautiful little deer in your backyard, Lia is the IG for you. She has stand up ears, and she jumps off the ground with all 4 feet when she wants your attention. Most of the time she is laid back and just happy to be with you and enjoying the house and garden. Lia is about 12 years old and has only 5 teeth left, but she enjoys her kibble and treats easily. She is well trained on the kennel: she prefers to sleep in the kennel (I leave the door open) and I can hear her cutting ZZZs. She also is well behaved on the lead, even if she wants to smell every leaf and flower out on the walks. She also enjoys the neighborhood dog park and gets along with children and adults alike. When she’s hungry, she has a special look that says, “where is dinner?” |
Marshall is a survivor. He is a testament to the spirit of resilience in our four legged friends. He survived abuse and neglect in a puppy mill. He was almost feral, a petrified mill boy when Operation Kindness in Dallas/Forth Worth saved him. Prior to his rescue his feet had never touched solid ground. He had never been out of the kennels. Every thing, every sight, sound, sensation, wide open spaces, two legged types, frightened him 10 on a scale of 1 to 10. Millers find it easier to keep dogs in rabbit hutch type wire bottom cages so that their waste can be washed out. But IG toes can get caught and torn on the wire, and Marshall's did. Millers don't care about the suffering of their producers, and so Marshall suffered. Lacerated tendons in his feet were not addressed and traumatic injury to his patella was not repaired, leaving him with a crippled hind leg. He was also HW-positive. Some of his initial rescuers wondered if he was too shut down and destined to be miserable if kept alive. IGCA rescue took a chance on this sweet boy, and sweet he is. There is not an aggressive bone in his body. He learned to run on the grass and eventually slow down to walk and lie down. He began to prefer to hang out on the sofa with the pack, rather than in his crate. He learned to look into my eyes and wait for indicators, to ask for food or to go outside or for me to make a place for him under the blankets. He began to come up to me for pets. Marshall surprised the heck out of me when he started giving me tiny kisses on my nose in the morning. He is always happy in the mornings, his bouncy tripod circling skip to go outside. He has rediscovered the puppyhood he never had, loves shredding paper, and wrestling with young fosters that come through my home. He trusts me enough now to do physical therapy with him, and we are going to try to fix his leg. Normally it would be fine to be a tripod, but his other rear leg is bad as well. We hope surgical repair to the most damaged leg will help his other rear leg support his weight more comfortably. Marshall has learned a lot about just being a regular dog, and he has taught me so much about resilience and living in the moment and gratitude. He asks for a special adopter who is able to meet him where he is and continue the journey with him. Marshall is a survivor. But mostly he is a dog now; finally, wonderfully, a dog. |
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Some Things to Consider Before Adopting an Italian Greyhound Family Planning: A Family for Life: |
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Eli & Peyton 
Phelps 
Nino 
Hobbit de Marco
Amalfi 
Kobe 
Miabella 
Lady Lacy 
Donnie
Jenna
Colin 
Lia
Marshall 
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