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Tomato

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Tomato

Rock Falls, IL

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(7-11 lbs)
Coat: Short
Black, White

Behavior

Personality
Curious, Friendly
House-trained: Yes

Tomato’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Tomato's Story

Meet Little Tomato 🍅 — a shy soul with a silly face and a heart that’s been waiting far too long.<br/><br/>Estimated to be just 9 months to a year old, Little Tomato has never known what it’s like to have a family of his own. He spent his short life surviving in a heavily overpopulated cat area, facing hunger, fear, and the brutal cold of the last few months completely on his own. Somehow, he made it through.<br/><br/>When he first arrived, he was terrified—frozen in fear, unsure if humans were something to run from or trust. But day by day, with patience and gentle care, he’s begun to open up to staff. He still shies away at times, but if you look into his big, silly little face, you can see it clearly: he wants to trust. He wants to be loved. He just doesn’t know how yet.<br/><br/>Against all odds, Little Tomato appears to be a healthy young boy, even after everything he’s endured. He hasn’t yet had the chance to see a vet—but what he truly needs most right now is something medicine can’t give him: a safe home, a soft place to land, and someone willing to let him move at his own pace.<br/><br/>If you’re the kind of person who believes the quiet ones are often the most special… if you’re willing to give a scared but hopeful boy the love he’s never had… Little Tomato is waiting for you.<br/><br/>📧 Email animalcontrol@whitesidehealth.org<br/> to request an adoption application and schedule a meet-and-greet appointment.<br/><br/>Sometimes, saving a life starts with giving them a chance to trust. 💔➡️❤️

Meet Little Tomato 🍅 — a shy soul with a silly face and a heart that’s been waiting far too long.

Estimated to be just 9 months to a year old, Little Tomato has never known what it’s like to have a family of his own. He spent his short life surviving in a heavily overpopulated cat area, facing hunger, fear, and the brutal cold of the last few months completely on his own. Somehow, he made it through.

When he first arrived, he was terrified—frozen in fear, unsure if humans were something to run from or trust. But day by day, with patience and gentle care, he’s begun to open up to staff. He still shies away at times, but if you look into his big, silly little face, you can see it clearly: he wants to trust. He wants to be loved. He just doesn’t know how yet.

Against all odds, Little Tomato appears to be a healthy young boy, even after everything he’s endured. He hasn’t yet had the chance to see a vet—but what he truly needs most right now is something medicine can’t give him: a safe home, a soft pla

Meet Little Tomato 🍅 — a shy soul with a silly face and a heart that’s been waiting far too long.

Estimated to be just 9 months to a year old, Little Tomato has never known what it’s like to have a family of his own. He spent his short life surviving in a heavily overpopulated cat area, facing hunger, fear, and the brutal cold of the last few months completely on his own. Somehow, he made it through.

When he first arrived, he was terrified—frozen in fear, unsure if humans were something to run from or trust. But day by day, with patience and gentle care, he’s begun to open up to staff. He still shies away at times, but if you look into his big, silly little face, you can see it clearly: he wants to trust. He wants to be loved. He just doesn’t know how yet.

Against all odds, Little Tomato appears to be a healthy young boy, even after everything he’s endured. He hasn’t yet had the chance to see a vet—but what he truly needs most right now is something medicine can’t give him: a safe home, a soft place to land, and someone willing to let him move at his own pace.

If you’re the kind of person who believes the quiet ones are often the most special… if you’re willing to give a scared but hopeful boy the love he’s never had… Little Tomato is waiting for you.

📧 Email animalcontrol@whitesidehealth.org
to request an adoption application and schedule a meet-and-greet appointme

How To Adopt

Tomato was listed as ADOPTABLE by Whiteside County Animal Control
How can I adopt Tomato?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Whiteside County Animal Control. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Tomato is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Whiteside County Animal Control for details on the pet.
When can I meet Tomato?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Whiteside County Animal Control will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Tomato, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Whiteside County Animal Control, and they'll be happy to help!
Whiteside County Animal Control's Adoption Policy
Application for Adoption Only persons interested in specific animals in the Adoption Center will be permitted to complete an application. Forms must be filled out completely or the application will be denied. Anyone interested in an animal different than the animals in the Adoption Center will be placed on a list for future animals matching their request. The following are reasons for denial of the application to adopt: 1) person having been investigated for abuse towards an animal and evidence has been found to support the allegation; 2) person’s present dog does not have current rabies vaccination and registration; 3) person not at least 18 years old, or 4) person making an omission or false statement on the application. The applicant must be able to give the animal proper veterinarian care including, but not limited to, rabies vaccination and county registration. The applicant must also be able to provide the animal with adequate and sufficient food and water along with the proper shelter if left outside even for a short period of time (applicant cannot intend to keep animal outside). No one under the age of 18 will be allowed to enter the Adoption Center unless accompanied by their parent(s) or legal guardian. Anyone adopting a dog currently vaccinated against rabies who resides in Whiteside County must pay the county registration at time of adoption. If the dog is not vaccinated against rabies at the time of adoption, the Adopter must sign an agreement to transport the dog to a veterinarian and have the dog vaccinated against rabies within a specified time period. The Adopter will be given a list of participating veterinarian clinics that collect the registration fee at time of rabies vaccination. A Whiteside County tag will be issued. Anyone who lives outside Whiteside County will be advised to contact their local Animal Control for instructions on how to register their dog. Once the person has chosen an animal, an application will be completed. The applicant must provide the following; 1) copy of their Driver’s License or Photo ID, 2) proof of residency, 3) letters from DHS or SS if the applicant is on Link, Social Security or Medicare, and, 4) two references, and 5) if the applicant rents, a letter from their landlord will be required. Animal Control staff will have three business days to process an application and make a determination on the outcome of the application. The applicant will be notified by a phone call.

Tomato is from Whiteside County Animal Control

[Rock Falls, IL]

Our Mission
Whiteside County Animal Control is committed to providing efficient, pro-active, and compassionate response to mitigate citizen's animal issues and to strictly enforce existing ordinances and state laws pertaining to animal care and welfare and public safety.
Please contact organization for hours
Location
1701 Industrial Park Rd Rock Falls, IL, 61071

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