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Almost Home believes that every animal deserves a loving home regardless of appearance, age, or physical limitation.  We have come together to give animals in need the safe and happy life they all deserve.  Almost Home Animal Rescue believes that no animal is expendable.  Adopting a friend:The animals, lucky enough to find refuge with Almost Home, are all in loving foster homes. If you are interested in the possibility of giving one of the animals a new lease on life, please contact us. The contact information is listed at the end of each biography.  What you need to do to adopt:If you would like to adopt a pet in need from Almost Home, basically, an application must be filled out. We will check two personal references and a vet reference. If you are approved for adoption, there is a trial period of about one week to make sure this is the animal for you and you are the person for the animal. Along with the trial period, a contract must be signed that basically states that if ever you cannot keep the animal that you must return the animal to Almost Home. Last but not least, a home check will be done. Meet & Greets:An approved application is required. This does not mean that you have to adopt but that you are approved to do so if everything works out. Since we are foster based, this limits the amount of people coming to our homes.  Hi… I’m Amber. I’m still getting used to saying that out loud — “I’m Amber.” It sounds nice, doesn’t  Hi… I’m Amber. I’m still getting used to saying that out loud — “I’m Amber.” It feels soft and kind… just like I’m hoping my life will be. Not long ago, I was all by myself in a loud, echoing place called the shelter. I didn’t know why I was there or where everyone had gone. The smells were strange, the sounds were overwhelming, and my little heart beat so fast all the time. I’m a shy girl by nature and can be nervous at first, especially in new places. I tried to be brave, but I was very lonely. Then one day, they opened my kennel door and placed me in with two boys — Jasper and Flint. I wasn’t sure what to think at first, but they were gentle and kind. Flint especially made me feel safe, and before I knew it, he was my comfort, my confidence, and my best friend. Having them with me made everything feel less scary, and for the first time in a while, I didn’t feel so alone. And then something wonderful happened — we got to leave together. I didn’t know what a “foster home” was, but I learned quickly. It’s a place with soft blankets, calm voices, and people whose hands are warm and safe. I’m still shy and can be nervous at first, but once I settle in, my sweetness really shines. I might take a little time to adjust, but I promise — I am so worth it. I’m a dilute tortie girl (they say my fur looks like soft watercolors), about five to six months old, and I am nothing but sweet. I love gentle affection, and at bedtime? That’s my favorite part of the day. I want quiet cuddles, soft voices, and someone to curl up with while the world goes to sleep. Flint is always right there with me, and we’d love a home where we can stay together — we truly are the best of friends. I may still be figuring things out, but I know this much:I’m ready for love, patience, and a family who will never let me feel alone again. A few treats, a cozy bed, bedtime cuddles, and my best friend by my side? That sounds just about perfect. Love,Amber & Flint   If you would like to meet your new best friend, contact the Adoption Coordinator at info@almosthometn.org or 865-236-0830. To fill out an application, go to www.almosthometn.org. If you cannot get it to work, let us know and we will email it to you in a different format. Unless otherwise noted, all Almost Home cats are healthy, spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and flea & tick preventative.ADOPTION FEE: The adoption fee for a cat is $85. The adoption fee for a kitten is $100. The adoption fee does include the kittens being fixed and their rabies shot when they are old enough through one of our local vets. The adoption fee for a dog is $200. The adoption fee for a puppy is $250. The adoption fee does include the puppies being fixed and their rabies shot when they are old enough through one of our local vets. Mature pet adoption fees are sometimes reduced. The adoption fee for pure bred dogs and cats will vary due to health and age of pet. This helps support our ill animals and our mutts that get left in the system longer. We do reserve the right to change the fees higher or lower due to the circumstance of the animal but what was stated above are the usual adoption fees.  Microchipped pets will have a higher adoption fee.  Our adoption fees do not cover the cost of the vetting and care the animal has received with us and if it ever does, the money just goes back it to helping other animals in need.