Before one can qualify for an adoption, there is specific minimum criteria one must prove.  We won't let one of our puppies go to just anyone.  Do you think you are willing to make a life long commitment for this canine companion?  Then you might be ready. 

We care, therefore we require the following (minimum)

1st: The dog or bitch will be treated as a member of the family.  They will not be abused or subjected to any illegal activity (illegal racing, fighting, or anything of the sort).

2nd: If you EVER decide you don't want the canine, can't maintain the canine (financially or otherwise), or whatever the case may be, we require the dog be given back to us <period>.  Call us, and we will work with you to get the dog from your house back to ours! If someone doesn't do this, then we will obtain the dog at the expense of the owner.  The dog will be tattooed (humane and behind the ear of course) with our kennel and contact information to ensure this occurs.

3rd: You must have a yard with a fence that is at least 6ft in height (standard size).  These aren't large dogs, but they do need a place they can roam free without a lead.   

4th: Case dependent on the specific canine and our agreement, we may ask you to show the dog or bitch.  We will pay for the show registrations, you will either handle the dog or pay for a professional handler (not nearly as expensive as you might think).  Again, this depends on the specific canine and our agreement for that specific canine. 

5th: You may be required to undergo a background check at your expense and our discretion (the cost may be applied to the cost of the canine pending a favorable result). The whippet community is rather small, and if we know you personally, we won't necessarily require the background check.  Please understand these are our canine children and we won't let them go to just anyone.  This is a precautionary measure on our part to help us feel better about the home he or she is going to. 

6th: An interview.  Yes, we will interview you!  If you live locally, we would like you to come over to our facility, and we would like to see your residence.  If you don't, we will most certainly be conducting a phone interview and a background check.

7th: An adoption contract.  This isn't just a legally binding bill of sale, this is a live animal contract which specifies all of the above criteria, and slightly more.

After reading this, if you aren't willing to commit to all of the above possibilities, then I recommend you find another breeder.  These puppies are extremely special, selectively breed, and are warm loving creatures. If you were in our position, I would sincerely hope you would require the same.