Adopt

My name is TAWNY*!

Posted over 5 months ago | Updated 8 hours ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $0

This helps Pima Animal Care Center with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Shar Pei/American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
8 years 5 months old, Senior
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
69 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
A876762

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Whether you’re dreaming of retirement many years down the road, peaking at it around the bend, or enjoying the restful fruit of your labor now, we can all agree that a comfortable retirement is part of the American dream! While humans usually need to work 40-50 years before considering retirement, dogs are considered “seniors” after 5 years old and deserve a comfy retirement home to live out their golden years. At 8 years old, volunteer favorite Tawny is sure dreaming of spending her golden years in a comfy home rather than in the noisy shelter!

Tawny spent a bit of time in foster- here’s what we learned:

- She’s a couch potato and a big cuddle bug
- She’s 100% house trained
- She loves every person she meets
- She’s a quiet houseguest
- She spends most of her day relaxing but loves her walks and play time outside
- She loves stuffed animals and balls
- She loves belly rubs

Here`s volunteers have had to say about this Golden Girl:

“If you’re looking for an easy gentle dog to foster or adopt then Tawny is the one! Tawny has proven herself time and again to be an outstanding dog. She has been on many outings with the public, visited a retirement home, spent time in foster scoring an A+, and had the honor of being Dog of the Day at PACC. She has gotten rave reports from everyone she has interacted with and is just an all-around love bug of a dog. Tawny will improve your life boatloads by loving you unconditionally and will always make you smile.”

“We took Tawny to Pima County`s Career Fair and she was a wonderful guest! She absolutely loves car rides and loves to run around. Once she gets her energy out, she loves to snuggle and be close to her person. She got to meet many people and was calm and well behaved with all she met. Tawny showed off her paw shaking skills to many of her visitors. I got to spend two hours with her today, and she is a happy, friendly affection dog.”

“Another volunteer and I always make sure Tawny and her kennelmate get out on our shifts. They are such a great pair who get along really well. Today I took them to a play yard; Tawny is a smart one! In the yard, she was pretty independent, exploring her surroundings and ignoring her kennelmate’s attempts to play. It was just too hot and muggy so she jumped in the pool, laid down and even dipped her snoot under the water and blew some bubbles. She readily sits for treats and takes the
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
A876762
Contact
Phone
Address
4000 N. Silverbell Road, Tucson, AZ 85745

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Mon - Tues: 12-7pm Wed - 1:30-7pm Thurs - Fri: 12-7pm Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm Must be checked in 45 minutes before close

2.

Meet the Pet

Once you have decided which pets you are interested in, sign in for an adoption counselor who will guide you through the adoption process.

3.

Take the Pet Home

Cats must leave in a carrier and dogs must leave in a carrier or on leash. We do have these available for purchase in our lobby store.

Additional adoption info

Year-Round Adoption Fees:
• Adult dogs $0
• Adult cats $30
• Puppies and kittens less than 4 months old $50
• A standard $20 dog license fee may apply
• Pets who have been waiting for more than 2 weeks for a family and pets over 5 years old $0 - Fee Waived!

Every adoption includes:
• Spay or neuter surgery
• First Vaccinations
• Microchip
• Vet visit certificate
• Pet insurance

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745

(520) 724-5900

HOURS:
Monday- 12-7pm
Tuesday - 12-7pm
Wednesday - 1:30-7pm
Thursday - 12-7pm
Friday - 12-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Must be checked in 45 mins before close for adoption and admission

More about this shelter

As our community's only open-admission shelter, we have the largest selection of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens waiting to meet you. Learn more and see our pets at www.pima.gov/animalcare.

Need help with your pet? Call the Pet Support Center
The Pet Support Center is a phone-based resource for our community that strives to help people keep their pets. In addition to providing resources, information and counseling, support staff will schedule admission appointments for pet owners who decide they need to surrender their pets to PACC. Call us at (520) 724-7222 or visit the Pet Support Center webpage - www.pima.gov/petsupport to learn more.

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