Adoption Fee

Our adoption fee is a $300.00 tax deductible donation to BRGA. Included in the fee are the following procedures from our veterinarian:

  • A physical examination
  • spaying or neutering of your pet
  • all vaccinations, including Rabies and Bordatella
  • a heartworm test
  • Lyme disease test
  • a complete dental with extractions if necessary and a cleaning and polishing of the teeth,
  • deworming and
  • a bath.

Also included in our fee:

  • The transportation costs for the greyhound from Florida to Virginia
  • A Martingale collar and lead (your color choice)
  • A muzzle
  • A Rubit! carabiner-style dog tag clip
  • For first-time adopters, a one year Family Membership in Blue Ridge Greyhound Adoption with a member T-shirt
  • Availability of all members to help and guide you, plus your own BRGA ‘buddy’
  • Your personal Adoption Orientation Booklet which includes the details of your dog with his medical history, a copy of both Patricia McConnell’s booklets on Separation Anxiety, and how to be a good leader. Families with young children will receive a copy of ‘How to Live with Kids and Dogs Without Losing Your Mind’ by Colleen Pelar.

Blue Ridge Greyhound Adoption (BRGA) is a racing-neutral, non-profit greyhound rescue and adoption organization serving the entire Northern Virginia and adjacent areas east of the Blue Ridge Mountains. BRGA was founded in May, 2005 in Leesburg, Virginia. BRGA is dedicated to finding responsible, loving homes for retired racing greyhounds. Our goal is to promote public awareness about what excellent pets these elegant dogs make. We work closely with other greyhound rescue organizations to ensure that no retired racing greyhound is left behind.