FACT: Our Pet of the Week, DWIGHT, Needs a Foster Home

It Takes a Village is looking for someone to foster our Thursday Pet of the Week, DWIGHT, and even his litter-mate RODERICK - so even if you're not able to adopt right now, you can still help. I think we can all agree that an animal shelter is really no place for a couple of cute mixed-breed puppies, right? So let's do something about that, and get those fellas out of there, even if just temporarily.

Why don't you go ahead and fill out ITV's online foster application. Go ahead, I'll wait. Once you're approved you can arrange to meet DWIGHT and/or RODERICK. The fact is, fosters are needed for several animals right now. ITV has had so many rescues recently, and they need homes.

Our Thursday Pet of the Week is sponsored by Diamonds on the Ruff Dog Salon & Retreat.

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And as always, if our pet of the week isn’t the right fit for your home, please visit It Takes a Village to see the other rescues that need to get fostered and adopted. And don't forget about ITV's RENT A DOG Program. A quick fill form and copy of your photo ID will allow you time out with one of ITV's vetted shelter dogs. These day dates are great for the rescues - it gets them some exercise and new information to help us get them adopted. It’s been a big hit- so don’t miss out!

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All of the animals at ITV are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipped, spayed or neutered, and FIV/FeLV-tested.

ITV is open during regular hours. However, they have received so much support and interest over shut down, that they are still working diligently to review all correspondences. They appreciate everyone’s patience as they find the best matches for their rescues.

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