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Gomer

Senior
Male
Medium

Foxhound

About Gomer

Norfolk, VA

Breed

Foxhound

Physical Traits

Senior

(8+ years)

Male

Medium

(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Special Needs:

Yes

Gomer’s Compatibility

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Gomer's Story

Our sweet Gomer was picked up by a local animal control the day before Christmas Eve 2024. He was very thin but happy to see everyone. Every time someone walked by his kennel he ran to the front hoping that someone was coming for him. He had intestinal parasites, wasn’t neutered, had several masses, had terrible teeth, and was heart worm positive. Most of his issues have been treated. He has finished his heart worm treatment and will have his dental in February 2026. At first he didn’t respond to us when we took him out after pulling him from the shelter. It didn’t take him long to realize that living inside with folks who loved him was a dream come true. He likes to lay around with his buddy Gus and wander and sniff in the yard. We’ve discovered that he is an escape artist if he sees something that interests him. He can open latches on gates and climb a chain link fence. He will need a 6 ft privacy fence and a family who will be very diligent about watching over him. He is a fireplace dog who loves to chill with his other foster sibs and is learning basic cues. We don’t know how he is with cats. He would love a home with people who will love him for the rest of his life, taking him on sniffy walks and include him in family adventures.<br/><br/>If you are that special family who would love this boy forever, please contact Rainbow Rescue at 757-472-1583 or rainbowanimalrescueva@gmail.com

Our sweet Gomer was picked up by a local animal control the day before Christmas Eve 2024. He was very thin but happy to see everyone. Every time someone walked by his kennel he ran to the front hoping that someone was coming for him. He had intestinal parasites, wasn’t neutered, had several masses, had terrible teeth, and was heart worm positive. Most of his issues have been treated. He has finished his heart worm treatment and will have his dental in February 2026. At first he didn’t respond to us when we took him out after pulling him from the shelter. It didn’t take him long to realize that living inside with folks who loved him was a dream come true. He likes to lay around with his buddy Gus and wander and sniff in the yard. We’ve discovered that he is an escape artist if he sees something that interests him. He can open latches on gates and climb a chain link fence. He will need a 6 ft privacy fence and a family who will be very diligent about watching over him. He is a fireplace dog who loves to chill with his other foster sibs and is learning basic cues. We don’t know how he is with cats. He would love a home with people who will love him for the rest of his life, taking him on sniffy walks and include him in family adventures.

If you are that special family who would love this boy forever, please contact Rainbow Rescue at 757-472-1583 or rainbowanimalrescueva@gmail.com

How To Adopt

Gomer was listed as Adoptable by Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc.

How can I adopt Gomer?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc.. 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 Gomer 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 Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc. for details on the pet.

When can I meet Gomer?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc. will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Gomer, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc., and they'll be happy to help!

Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc.'s Adoption Policy

ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS 1. Our adoptions are not first-come, first-served. Adoptions are based on what is best for the individual animal. Adoptions are $150.00 for dogs over 7 months and $175.00 for puppies 7 months and under, which includes all vaccinations, spay/neuter as required, and microchipping. 2. We do vet checks, reference checks, and home checks as well as background checks for pit bulls and pit mixes. 3. We do not have our own facility and must rely on a few fosters to keep the rescued animals until we can get them adopted. 4. Our animals are inside family members and are not to be left alone outside. 5. We try very hard to have the animals socialized so they can become loving family members. 6. Many of our animals have been abandoned, abused, etc. and must have families that will be patient and give the animal time to adjust. 7. Any animal that does not work out for whatever reason must be returned to a member of Rainbow Animal Rescue. They cannot be turned over to Animal Control, SPCA, etc. 8. If you want to complete an application, click on the Adoption Application link, save the file to your desktop, complete it, save it again, and send it to rainbowanimalrescue@cox.net as an e-mail attachment. 9. Please NO shock collars, invisible fences, prong collars, choke chains, and doggy doors. 10. Dogs cannot be left unattended in the yard. 11. Any other animals living with the family must be inside animals (i.e., cats). 12. All other animals must be neutered/spayed.

Our Mission

Rainbow Animal Rescue is a non-profit, all volunteer organization, established to rescue and place unwanted animals in qualified, loving homes. Through education, we seek to create an animal-friendly community in the Tidewater area.

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Adoption Policy

rainbowanimalrescueva@gmail.com

(757) 472-1583

Today's hours: We don't have a shelter. Our dogs on in foster care. We can be reached at 757-472-1583