Petey - WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR???

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Almost Home believes that every animal deserves a loving home regardless of appearance, age, or physical limitation.  We have come together to give animals in need the safe and happy life they all deserve.  Almost Home Animal Rescue believes that no animal is expendable.  Adopting a friend:The animals, lucky enough to find refuge with Almost Home, are all in loving foster homes. If you are interested in the possibility of giving one of the animals a new lease on life, please contact us. The contact information is listed at the end of each biography.  What you need to do to adopt:If you would like to adopt a pet in need from Almost Home, basically, an application must be filled out. We will check two personal references and a vet reference. If you are approved for adoption, there is a trial period of about one week to make sure this is the animal for you and you are the person for the animal. Along with the trial period, a contract must be signed that basically states that if ever you cannot keep the animal that you must return the animal to Almost Home. Last but not least, a home check will be done. Meet & Greets:An approved application is required. This does not mean that you have to adopt but that you are approved to do so if everything works out. Since we are foster based, this limits the amount of people coming to our homes.  Where are you?!? It’s me, Petey. I don’t know your names yet, or what your house smells like, or whether you like long walks or cozy naps more — but I do know this: I’ve been waiting for you for what feels like forever. I’m three years old, 53 pounds of snuggles and wiggles, with a smile I wear like armor to hide how lonely I feel inside. People tell me I’m striking — shiny coat, kissable face, eyes full of hope. And oh, how I adore people. Dogs? Love ‘em. Kitties? Big fan. Honestly, I think the world is a pretty wonderful place… it’s just that I want to share it with you. I’ve practiced being the perfect pup for when you arrive. I walk like a gentleman on a leash. I love hugs and kisses — giving them and receiving them. Want an adventure buddy? I’ll hop right in. Want a couch potato cuddle partner? I’ll claim my spot beside you. But here’s the thing — every day that passes, my heart sinks a little lower. I sit in this kennel, smiling at everyone who walks by, praying you’ll finally come through those doors. Please, hurry. My paws are restless, my heart is heavy, and my arms (yes, dogs can hug!) are empty. So if you’re looking for unconditional love, someone who will never let you feel alone, someone whose greatest joy will be you… then stop searching. You’ve found me. Love forever,Petey *Guest Posting**You can foster to adopt, foster or foster to adopt!* If you would like to meet your new best friend, contact the Adoption Coordinator at info@almosthometn.org or 865-236-0830. To fill out an application, go to www.almosthometn.org. If you cannot get it to work, let us know and we will email it to you in a different format.ADOPTION FEE: The adoption fee for a cat is $85. The adoption fee for a kitten is $100. The adoption fee does include the kittens being fixed and their rabies shot when they are old enough through one of our local vets. The adoption fee for a dog is $200. The adoption fee for a puppy is $250. The adoption fee does include the puppies being fixed and their rabies shot when they are old enough through one of our local vets. Mature pet adoption fees are sometimes reduced. The adoption fee for pure bred dogs and cats will vary due to health and age of pet. This helps support our ill animals and our mutts that get left in the system longer. We do reserve the right to change the fees higher or lower due to the circumstance of the animal but what was stated above are the usual adoption fees.  Microchipped pets will have a higher adoption fee.  Our adoption fees do not cover the cost of the vetting and care the animal has received with us and if it ever does, the money just goes back it to helping other animals in need. September 9, 2025, 3:16 am

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Petey - WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR???, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.