Tatum is a very sweet six-month-old puppy who is feeling overwhelmed and fearful in the shelter environment. He tends to retreat to the back of his kennel and shows signs of stress, including tense body language and avoidance behaviors, but once outside, he begins to relax, allowing gentle petting and seeking comfort. Tatum is still learning to trust and feels safest when close to a calm, reassuring person. Despite his fear, he shows curiosity and willingness to engage once he feels secure, even trying to follow back when returning to his kennel. This gentle, anxious boy would benefit greatly from a calm, patient environment where he can feel safe and build confidence.
Tatum is a very sweet six-month-old puppy who is feeling overwhelmed and fearful in the shelter environment. He tends to retreat to the back of his kennel and shows signs of stress, including tense body language and avoidance behaviors, but once outside, he begins to relax, allowing gentle petting and seeking comfort. Tatum is still learning to trust and feels safest when close to a calm, reassuring person. Despite his fear, he shows curiosity and willingness to engage once he feels secure, even trying to follow back when returning to his kennel. This gentle, anxious boy would benefit greatly from a calm, patient environment where he can feel safe and build confidence.
ADOPTION PROCESS:
ADOPTIONS MUST BE MADE IN PERSON at Fort Worth Chuck Silcox Animal Care and Control OR the specified PetSmart location. Please refer to the pet you are interested by their animal ID number; not their stated name. Adopters will be asked to complete an adoption application and provide valid ID showing that they are at least 18 years old.
The adoption fee is $49.00 for dogs and $25.00 for cats. The fee includes vaccinations, a city license, spay/neuter, a microchip and a heartworm test. The shelter will not release the adopted pet until after it has provided these services. Exceptions may be granted due to age, health or injury.
ADOPTION PROCESS:
ADOPTIONS MUST BE MADE IN PERSON at Fort Worth Chuck Silcox Animal Care and Control OR the specified PetSmart location. Please refer to the pet you are interested by their animal ID number; not their stated name. Adopters will be asked to complete an adoption application and provide valid ID showing that they are at least 18 years old.
The adoption fee is $49.00 for dogs and $25.00 for cats. The fee includes vaccinations, a city license, spay/neuter, a microchip and a heartworm test. The shelter will not release the adopted pet until after it has provided these services. Exceptions may be granted due to age, health or injury.
