About this Dog
Name: Tig Age: 3.5yrs old Breed: Black Lab Gender: male Weight: 65lbs Good with kids: he’s very nervous so older more respectful kids would be better Good with dogs: yes, must have a dog friend in home Good with cats: unknown Current on vaccinations: Yes Foster location: Hortonville Application & Website: https://www.ourpackanimalrescue.com/adoption.html Adoption fee: Adoption includes Certified Vet Inspection, and Prior vetting paperwork. Tig’s story is one of quiet courage—a dog learning to trust, learning what it means to be safe. But before he landed in his foster home, Tig spent *three long years* in a shelter, watching the world pass him by. He had a home once. As a young puppy, someone promised him forever—until they changed their mind. Returned at just six months old, Tig was left behind, not because he failed, but because *humans failed him.* And after that heartbreak, he was continuously overlooked, waiting in the shadows while others found their families. Now, he’s finally getting his chance. With the patience of his foster family and the companionship of other dogs, Tig is learning. He’s watching, absorbing, and inching toward bravery—realizing that affection can be comforting, that butt scratches are worth stepping forward for. When people sit, he feels safer. When hands reach too quickly, he flinches. But even after everything, he’s still willing to try. Trust isn’t instant for Tig; it’s earned through quiet moments and small victories. He’s mastering bedtime kenneling like a champ, and now, we’re carefully working on meeting new people—pushing just enough to grow, but never too much to set him back. Leashes are still uncertain, but we’re teaching him that hands coming toward him aren’t something to fear. Tig never should have had to wait this long. He should have known love from the start. But if there’s one thing he has proven, it’s that he’s *worth the wait.* And now, after three years of watching others find their homes, it’s finally *his* turn. If you have room in your heart for a dog like Tig—for a soul learning how to believe in people again—then he just might be waiting for you. ❤️
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Adopting a pet can be expensive, and we're trying to help by fundraising for each individual in need of adoption. After verifying the adoption, Tig's new family will receive the funds that their pet has raised.
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For adoptions in which nokillnetwork.org was the matchmaker and we have contact information for both parties, we make every effort to contact the adopting family. For adoptions that were not facilitated by nokillnetwork.org, we still encourage the adopting family to claim the contribution by submitting the necessary information.
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. The adopting family will be required to provide proof of adoption between 4-6 weeks after adoption. This is to ensure that the home is a good match and Tig was not returned. After we have verified the adoption, Tig’s balance will be sent to the adopting family. Our staff provides instructions and help throughout this process.
We want the Tig’s balance to go to the adopting family as a way to say thank you for providing a loving home and to help with pet care expenses. In the unfortunate event we cannot contact them and verify the adoption, Tig’s balance will remain in our general fund. This fund may be used to match contributions made to other adoptable pets, incentify other adoption-related actions, promote our mission, or support the operating expenses of nokillnetwork.org. If you would like to make a direct contribution to nokillnetwork.org to help us help other pets in need, you can go here. We appreciate your generosity and help!
Contribute to Tig's Stash!
100% of Tig's balance will be sent to whoever adopts Tig.
About this Dog
Name: Tig Age: 3.5yrs old Breed: Black Lab Gender: male Weight: 65lbs Good with kids: he’s very nervous so older more respectful kids would be better Good with dogs: yes, must have a dog friend in home Good with cats: unknown Current on vaccinations: Yes Foster location: Hortonville Application & Website: https://www.ourpackanimalrescue.com/adoption.html Adoption fee: Adoption includes Certified Vet Inspection, and Prior vetting paperwork. Tig’s story is one of quiet courage—a dog learning to trust, learning what it means to be safe. But before he landed in his foster home, Tig spent *three long years* in a shelter, watching the world pass him by. He had a home once. As a young puppy, someone promised him forever—until they changed their mind. Returned at just six months old, Tig was left behind, not because he failed, but because *humans failed him.* And after that heartbreak, he was continuously overlooked, waiting in the shadows while others found their families. Now, he’s finally getting his chance. With the patience of his foster family and the companionship of other dogs, Tig is learning. He’s watching, absorbing, and inching toward bravery—realizing that affection can be comforting, that butt scratches are worth stepping forward for. When people sit, he feels safer. When hands reach too quickly, he flinches. But even after everything, he’s still willing to try. Trust isn’t instant for Tig; it’s earned through quiet moments and small victories. He’s mastering bedtime kenneling like a champ, and now, we’re carefully working on meeting new people—pushing just enough to grow, but never too much to set him back. Leashes are still uncertain, but we’re teaching him that hands coming toward him aren’t something to fear. Tig never should have had to wait this long. He should have known love from the start. But if there’s one thing he has proven, it’s that he’s *worth the wait.* And now, after three years of watching others find their homes, it’s finally *his* turn. If you have room in your heart for a dog like Tig—for a soul learning how to believe in people again—then he just might be waiting for you. ❤️
