Tux

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Small

About Tux

Springfield, IL

Breed

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
White / Cream, Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Tux’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Tux's Story

Meet Tux<br/><br/>A distinguished little gentleman with a heart full of love and devotion.<br/>At 15 years old, Tux may have a bit of age-related hearing loss, but his eyesight is still sharp and he continues to enjoy life at his own comfortable pace. Calm, affectionate, and wonderfully low-key, he’s the kind of companion who simply wants to be near his person.<br/>Tux is a social sweetheart who gets along beautifully with other dogs and is especially content snoozing beside the senior ladies. He isn’t interested in toys or zooming around the yard anymore — these days, his greatest joy comes from quiet companionship and cozy snuggles.<br/>Loyal to the core, Tux will happily follow you from room to room, always keeping a gentle watch to make sure you’re nearby and doing okay. <br/>He sleeps peacefully, enjoys a steady routine, and brings a comforting presence wherever he goes.<br/>This charming senior also has lovely house manners. He uses potty pads when needed and will gladly accompany you outside for bathroom breaks.<br/>Tux is the perfect match for someone seeking a devoted, loving companion with a gentle spirit and a heart of gold.<br/>Tux is in a foster home at this time <br/>If you would like to meet him please put in an application below-<br/><br/>https://www.friendsofscac.org/

Meet Tux

A distinguished little gentleman with a heart full of love and devotion.
At 15 years old, Tux may have a bit of age-related hearing loss, but his eyesight is still sharp and he continues to enjoy life at his own comfortable pace. Calm, affectionate, and wonderfully low-key, he’s the kind of companion who simply wants to be near his person.
Tux is a social sweetheart who gets along beautifully with other dogs and is especially content snoozing beside the senior ladies. He isn’t interested in toys or zooming around the yard anymore — these days, his greatest joy comes from quiet companionship and cozy snuggles.
Loyal to the core, Tux will happily follow you from room to room, always keeping a gentle watch to make sure you’re nearby and doing okay.
He sleeps peacefully, enjoys a steady routine, and brings a comforting presence wherever he goes.
This charming senior also has lovely house manners. He uses potty pads when needed and will gladly accompany you outside for bathroom breaks.
T

Meet Tux

A distinguished little gentleman with a heart full of love and devotion.
At 15 years old, Tux may have a bit of age-related hearing loss, but his eyesight is still sharp and he continues to enjoy life at his own comfortable pace. Calm, affectionate, and wonderfully low-key, he’s the kind of companion who simply wants to be near his person.
Tux is a social sweetheart who gets along beautifully with other dogs and is especially content snoozing beside the senior ladies. He isn’t interested in toys or zooming around the yard anymore — these days, his greatest joy comes from quiet companionship and cozy snuggles.
Loyal to the core, Tux will happily follow you from room to room, always keeping a gentle watch to make sure you’re nearby and doing okay.
He sleeps peacefully, enjoys a steady routine, and brings a comforting presence wherever he goes.
This charming senior also has lovely house manners. He uses potty pads when needed and will gladly accompany you outside for bathroom breaks.
Tux is the perfect match for someone seeking a devoted, loving companion with a gentle spirit and a heart of gold.
Tux is in a foster home at this time
If you would like to meet him please put in an application below-

https://www.friendsofscac.org/

Consider Tux for adoption?

How To Adopt

Tux was listed as ADOPTABLE by Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control
How can I adopt Tux?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Friends of Sangamon 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 Tux 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 Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control for details on the pet.
When can I meet Tux?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Tux, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control, and they'll be happy to help!
Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control's Adoption Policy
Adopters must be at least 21 years old All pets in home must be current on vaccinations, spayed/neutered, and on routine preventatives (heartworm, flea & tick preventatives) A meet and greet between existing dog(s) in the home and Friends of SCAC Rescue dog is required Friends of SCAC requires a home visit prior to approval of adoption Children in prospective adoptive homes should be at least eight years old. Friends of SCAC adopts dogs out to residents of Sangamon County (in Central Illinois) and the counties bordering Sangamon County Friends of SCAC reserves the right to decline applicants at any point in the adoption process We pre-screen and process all applications as a first step, so if you are interested in meeting one of our pets, please fill out an adoption application. If we believe that your family would be a good match for the pet (and that the pet would be a good match for your family!) we will reach out to you to arrange a meet and greet. Friends of SCAC is a small, all-volunteer non-profit organization. Please be patient as we work through applications. Please allow about a week for processing applications.

Tux is from Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control

[Springfield, IL]

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