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Tom

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium

About Tom

Petersburg, VA

Breed

Staffordshire Bull Terrier&Pit Bull TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Red / Chestnut / Orange

Behavior

Personality
Loves, Loyal, Friendly, Curious, Affectionate
House-trained: No

Tom’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Tom's Story

Meet Tom – Your New Best Friend Wrapped in Wiggles and Charm<br/><br/>Tom is a squatty, wiggly, absolutely lovable 58-lb bully mix who was found as a stray in mid-May. At around 2 years old, he’s that magical age where puppy playfulness meets grown-up companionship — fun, affectionate, and ready to bond.<br/><br/>Tom came in with his brother, who has already been adopted. Now Tom is patiently waiting for his turn. Through everything, he’s stayed joyful, confident, and endlessly loving. He greets everyone like a long-lost friend, offering full-body wiggles, big smiles, and a happiness that’s impossible to ignore. Despite his short, stocky build, Tom is all bounce and personality.<br/><br/>He adores people and thrives on connection. He’ll lean into you for pets, follow you just to be near, and soak up attention like it’s his favorite thing in the world — because it is. Whether he’s playing, exploring, or curling up close by, Tom just wants to be part of your life.<br/><br/>Tom is dog friendly and enjoys the company of other dogs, but he’d be just as happy being your one and only, soaking up every ounce of love and devotion for himself. What matters most to Tom isn’t how many dogs are in the home — it’s that he belongs.<br/><br/>Resilient, joyful, and full of heart, Tom is ready to leave his stray days behind and give his whole self to a family who sees how special he is.<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a dog who will make you laugh, love you deeply, and greet every day like it’s the best one yet — Tom is waiting.<br/><br/>Email adoptpetersburg@gmail.com to meet Tom and fall in love.

Meet Tom – Your New Best Friend Wrapped in Wiggles and Charm

Tom is a squatty, wiggly, absolutely lovable 58-lb bully mix who was found as a stray in mid-May. At around 2 years old, he’s that magical age where puppy playfulness meets grown-up companionship — fun, affectionate, and ready to bond.

Tom came in with his brother, who has already been adopted. Now Tom is patiently waiting for his turn. Through everything, he’s stayed joyful, confident, and endlessly loving. He greets everyone like a long-lost friend, offering full-body wiggles, big smiles, and a happiness that’s impossible to ignore. Despite his short, stocky build, Tom is all bounce and personality.

He adores people and thrives on connection. He’ll lean into you for pets, follow you just to be near, and soak up attention like it’s his favorite thing in the world — because it is. Whether he’s playing, exploring, or curling up close by, Tom just wants to be part of your life.

Tom is dog friendly and enjoys the company of other do

Meet Tom – Your New Best Friend Wrapped in Wiggles and Charm

Tom is a squatty, wiggly, absolutely lovable 58-lb bully mix who was found as a stray in mid-May. At around 2 years old, he’s that magical age where puppy playfulness meets grown-up companionship — fun, affectionate, and ready to bond.

Tom came in with his brother, who has already been adopted. Now Tom is patiently waiting for his turn. Through everything, he’s stayed joyful, confident, and endlessly loving. He greets everyone like a long-lost friend, offering full-body wiggles, big smiles, and a happiness that’s impossible to ignore. Despite his short, stocky build, Tom is all bounce and personality.

He adores people and thrives on connection. He’ll lean into you for pets, follow you just to be near, and soak up attention like it’s his favorite thing in the world — because it is. Whether he’s playing, exploring, or curling up close by, Tom just wants to be part of your life.

Tom is dog friendly and enjoys the company of other dogs, but he’d be just as happy being your one and only, soaking up every ounce of love and devotion for himself. What matters most to Tom isn’t how many dogs are in the home — it’s that he belongs.

Resilient, joyful, and full of heart, Tom is ready to leave his stray days behind and give his whole self to a family who sees how special he is.

If you’re looking for a dog who will ma

How To Adopt

Tom was listed as Adoptable by Petersburg Animal Care & Control
How can I adopt Tom?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Petersburg Animal Care & 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 Tom 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 Petersburg Animal Care & Control for details on the pet.
When can I meet Tom?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Petersburg Animal Care & Control will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Tom, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Petersburg Animal Care & Control, and they'll be happy to help!
Petersburg Animal Care & Control's Adoption Policy
Thank you for your interest in adopting from Petersburg Animal Care & Control! We’re so glad you’re considering giving a shelter pet a loving home. We do not charge an adoption fee; however, all animals must be spayed or neutered prior to adoption, and the cost of the procedure is covered by the adopter. We’re happy to support adopters by coordinating appointments with our low-cost veterinary partners for spay/neuter services and other basic care needs. Adoption Process • We prefer to schedule appointments for meet-and-greets to ensure that staff or volunteers are available to spend adequate time helping you get to know the animal. • When you arrive, please sign in and wait to be escorted by a staff member or volunteer before entering the kennel areas. • For safety reasons, please do not reach into kennels or attempt to touch animals through barriers. If you’re interested in a particular pet, our team will bring them to a meet-and-greet area for proper introductions. • After your visit, you’re welcome to submit an adoption application. Applications must be approved before we can schedule a meet-and-greet with your family pets. • Meet-and-greets with personal pets are by appointment only, and for safety, two staff members must be present to handle all animals involved. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to make each match the best fit possible — both for our animals and their future families.

Tom is from Petersburg Animal Care & Control

[Petersburg, VA]

Today's hours: 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Location
1600 Johnson Road Petersburg, VA, 23805

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