Tom
Applications Closed
Male | Black Lab mix | 8 yrs old | 100 lbs
- Good with adults? Yes
- Good with kids? Yes
- Good with dogs? Yes
- Good with cats? Unknown
- House trained? Yes
- Crate trained? No
- Energy Level? Low
- Barker? No
*** Please note that we are NOT accepting applications for the dogs listed as Coming Soon. These dogs have either yet to arrive or have only just recently arrived. Once their foster families get to know them a little better, a detailed bio outlining their personality and describing their ideal home will be posted and we will then begin accepting applications for them. ***
About Tom
Tom is a very well mannered and happy dog. He loves affection , and scratches and especially loves his treats. He also would love to snuggle up on the couch with you.
Tom's always happy, likes his walks but short walks are good for him. He does like to pull to get from one tree to the next and also if he sees squirrels or rabbits he wants to chase.
He is house-trained, and does not require a crate. Sleeps well at the side of the bed.
Tom knows most commands like sit, come, stay, lay down.
Tom wasn't introduced to any new dogs while in foster care, but dogs would walk on the other side of road and he was ok with that. Tom lived with two other dogs, and was ok with them, except would nip if they came close to his food. He will also nip if you go near his toys, so you would just need to take some precautions.
Anyone looking for a great companion? He’s your guy!
Adoption Fee | $500
Adoption fees help cover the costs associated with rescue, such as vetting, boarding, and transportation.
Prior to adoption, dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and 4Dx tested, and they receive any necessary treatment. After adoption, they are eligible for one month of free pet insurance.
For more information about adoption fees, please review our Adoption FAQs & Fees page.
Why We Love Fostering
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There is a special joy in seeing the transformation from fear to trust in a foster cat’s face and posture, the first time they relax and warm up to me. There is so much comedy in a litter of crazy kittens, rollicking and tumbling, learning how to be big cats. Each foster kitty has been cared for as if they were my own, and I enjoy the confidence in the feeling that they are ready for their forever home. That is the biggest difference between choosing to adopt from a small rescue rather than a shelter, and why I love volunteering. People often ask me how I can be so strong to let such sweet kitties go to adoption, but the feeling that I have space to help another is worth the emotional goodbye. Penny is the twenty-first cat I have helped, and I am not going to stop anytime soon! Fostering for Pets Alive is by far the most rewarding volunteering I have ever done.
Why We Love Fostering
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I love animals and believe they all deserve a chance at love and having a happy home. Fostering has been my biggest reward in life. Often seeing these dogs go from shy, frightened, unsure, abused, and/or neglected, to the most loving, happy, and grateful family members. People always ask how I do it, but how can I not? Is it hard to let go? Of course, it is. But it’s not about me – it’s about getting these dogs into furever homes. When I see updates from adopters, nothing makes me happier. I trust Pets Alive to get these homes for my fosters, and when they leave me, sure I miss them, but it means I can take another one into my home. In all, I have fostered roughly 53 dogs. That’s 53 souls that otherwise, may not be alive today.
Interested in Adopting Tom? Apply Below.
Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. Pets Alive Niagara reserves the right to reject any application and reserves the sole right in determining the best placement for our animals.
