It Takes a Village Pet of the Week TOMMY Needs a Foster Family

TOMMY is our adoptable Pet of the Week from It Takes a Village. He's brand new to the shelter and is looking for a foster home.

TOMMY is a sweet, mixed breed puppy. He was wondering the roads of Spencer County as a stray when a Good Samaritan brought him to ITV. TOMMY sat and waited for his human to come and reclaim him, but unfortunately, no one did. So now, TOMMY is an official ITV Rescue dog and he needs a foster home. We need to find him a place to stay while ITV schedules and gets his vetting completed. Once vetting is completed, TOMMY will then be available for adoption.

Remember that any approved foster who successfully completes the program will have the first choice to adopt TOMMY. Can you, or someone you know, give this fella a place to lay his paws for the time being? Fill out an online foster application and then schedule a meet and greet with TOMMY - and it never hurts to bring him some treats too.

It Takes a Village is still offering the 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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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. Keep in mind that It Takes a Village is still in need of fosters for mommas and litters. It's puppy season at ITV.

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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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