Michelangelo

A little more about Michelangelo

A playful, funny and affectionate greyhound who loves toys, people and a bit of fun in his life.

Michelangelo is a happy, friendly and very handsome boy who has settled beautifully into foster life. He is sweet, affectionate and full of personality, with a real love of toys, squeaky things and human attention.

He enjoys getting out and about and exploring new places. Michelangelo is much more of a laid-back greyhound who enjoys a good walk, some enrichment and a little adventure, followed by plenty of time relaxing at home.

He has already shown himself to be a clever hound and loves using his brain. You can watch him enthusiastically searching for his favourite teddies hidden around the field — anything involving toys is always a winner with Michelangelo.

And then there is his very important emotional support caterpillar. Michelangelo loves taking his caterpillar along on his walks and proudly showing it all the new sights. So, if you don’t mind occasionally explaining why your greyhound is carrying a giant caterpillar around, Michelangelo could be the boy for you.

Michelangelo also thinks everyone he meets should stop and say hello to him. He is a wonderfully sociable boy who enjoys being part of whatever is going on.

Once the fun is over, he is more than happy to head home, find his bed or claim a spot on the sofa and settle down for a well-earned snooze.

Things Michelangelo loves

Emotional support caterpillar

Saying hello to everyone

Could Michelangelo be the one for you?

Michelangelo would suit someone looking for a fun, playful greyhound!

He enjoys his walks and likes having things to do. Around an hour of walking, alongside playtime and enrichment, would be much more his style.

What Michelangelo really needs is a home that will bring a bit of fun into his life. He would love people who enjoy including their dog in everyday activities, introducing him to new experiences and giving him plenty of opportunities to play.

He currently lives alongside other dogs in foster, so he may be suitable for a home with a compatible dog.

What does Michelangelo’s ideal home look like?

Michelangelo is adaptable and could be happy in a variety of homes, from a busier town setting to a quieter residential area.

He loves toys, games, walks and little adventures.

He is friendly and sociable and loves attention, so he would particularly suit someone who enjoys having an affectionate dog who wants to be involved and make friends wherever he goes.

After his walks and playtime, Michelangelo is very happy to embrace his greyhound side and spend plenty of time sleeping at home.

So, what happens next?

If you think Michelangelo could be the right match for you, the next step is to complete our online adoption application form.

We ask every potential adopter to complete an application before we discuss an individual greyhound or lurcher in more detail. This helps us understand your home, lifestyle and what you are looking for, so we can make sure the match is right for both you and the dog.

Important information

When you submit an application form, you should receive an automated email straight away outlining the next steps.

We’re unable to process your application until you reply to this email, so please check your junk or spam folder if you can’t see it in your inbox.

As the email is sent through an automated system, it can occasionally be blocked or rejected. If you don’t receive anything shortly after submitting your form, please let us know and we’ll be happy to help.

Adoption Application Form

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Settling in: the 3-3-3 rule

Before going into foster care, Michelangelo spent time in kennels, so some everyday household sights and sounds may still feel new, confusing or a little worrying. He’ll need gentle introductions to things like hoovers, TVs and busy home life, along with plenty of reassurance as he learns that he’s safe. With time, patience and understanding, Michelangelo will blossom into a wonderful companion, ready to share life’s adventures with you.

In the early days of adoption, it’s your responsibility to keep Michelangelo safe by keeping his world small and calm. Take things slowly and gently build up to more exciting experiences – too much, too soon can be overwhelming and may make the adoption harder.

Please remember to stay calm and relaxed throughout this settling-in period. If you feel anxious or stressed, then your new dog is likely to feel the same. Greyhounds are incredibly sensitive, emotional souls and are very good at picking up on our moods.

Before applying to adopt, please read our FAQs and take a moment to familiarise yourself with the 3-3-3 rule. This is some of the best advice available to help a new dog settle successfully into their new home.

3 days – In the first three days, your dog may feel scared, anxious or overwhelmed. He may also test boundaries as he tries to understand his new environment.

3 weeks – After around three weeks, he should start to feel more settled and become familiar with his routine. This is often when his personality begins to shine through.

3 months – By three months, your new dog will understand that this is his home. He’ll feel relaxed, secure and trusting, and much more like himself.