Fritz is a stunning white pittie mix with one brilliant blue eye and a heart as big as his head! He was saved from the euthanasia list at the Memphis Animal Shelter just in time—not for anything he did, but simply because they needed space. His story could have ended there, but lucky for all of us, it didn’t.
After his rescue, Fritz blossomed in his Memphis foster home, where he quickly became a favorite among the family. and now in his local foster home, he continues to be such a pleasure!
Fritz is deaf, but that hasn’t slowed him down in the least.
This boy is a certified couch potato and A+ snuggler. He wants to be close to you, next to you, or at least within view—but he’s not overly needy. He’s perfectly happy to lounge with a bone while you go about your day (though in his perfect world, you’d never leave home without him)
Foster has been making great strides with his separation anxiety. He’s now able to free roam the house for hours while his foster mom is out—no accidents, no messes, no stolen food. He usually just hangs out by the front window, patiently waiting for her return. While he still has some anxiety, he does wonderfully as long as he’s not crated.
When it comes to other dogs, he does best with slow introductions. He took a couple of days to warm up to his foster canine sister, but now they’re best buddies! Even though he outweighs her by about 30 pounds, he’s incredibly gentle and lets her take the lead during playtime.
Foster absolutely loves people. At the vet, he happily soaked up attention from everyone in the waiting room. He may bark at first, but it’s just his way of saying he’d like some love too.
He's also improving on leash and in the car—though he still sometimes barks at big trucks or unfamiliar people, he's learning to stay calm.
Fritz is truly 80 lbs of love, loyalty, and laid-back charm. He’s looking for a home that understands deaf dogs or is willing to learn about them. Someone with patience, love, and a soft spot for a soulful pittie with a wiggly butt and a huge heart.
Deaf doesn’t mean difficult—it just means different. And with Fritz, it also means rewarding, joyful, and full of love.
Check him out having a jolly time with the garden blower: https://youtube.com/shorts/bqhNPXydOq4?si=l3tXLwcVOcazXIlc
Name: Fritz Breed: Pit Bull Terrier/Crossbreed Sex: Male Age:3 years old (estimated) Weight: 80 lbs Spayed/Neutered: Yes Vaccinations: Up to date Heartworm: Negative Microchipped: Yes Special Needs: Fritz is deaf and blind in one eye.
BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: Yes, 12 years and older. Good with Dogs: Yes, with slow intros Good with Cats: No
Adoption Fee: $300.00
Location of dog currently: Rhode Island
IMPORTANT INFORMATION -
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue. Our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption veterinary costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures when age-appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.
Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
Meet Fritz — One Blue-Eyed Wonder!
Fritz is a stunning white pittie mix with one brilliant blue eye and a heart as big as his head! He was saved from the euthanasia list at the Memphis Animal Shelter just in time—not for anything he did, but simply because they needed space. His story could have ended there, but lucky for all of us, it didn’t.
After his rescue, Fritz blossomed in his Memphis foster home, where he quickly became a favorite among the family. and now in his local foster home, he continues to be such a pleasure!
Fritz is deaf, but that hasn’t slowed him down in the least.
This boy is a certified couch potato and A+ snuggler. He wants to be close to you, next to you, or at least within view—but he’s not overly needy. He’s perfectly happy to lounge with a bone while you go about your day (though in his perfect world, you’d never leave home without him)
Foster has been making great strides with his separation anxiety. He’s now able to free roam the house for hours while his foster mom is out—no accidents, no messes, no stolen food. He usually just hangs out by the front window, patiently waiting for her return. While he still has some anxiety, he does wonderfully as long as he’s not crated.
When it comes to other dogs, he does best with slow introductions. He took a couple of days to warm up to his foster canine sister, but now they’re best buddies! Even though he outweighs her by about 30 pounds, he’s incredibly gentle and lets her take the lead during playtime.
Foster absolutely loves people. At the vet, he happily soaked up attention from everyone in the waiting room. He may bark at first, but it’s just his way of saying he’d like some love too.
He's also improving on leash and in the car—though he still sometimes barks at big trucks or unfamiliar people, he's learning to stay calm.
Fritz is truly 80 lbs of love, loyalty, and laid-back charm. He’s looking for a home that understands deaf dogs or is willing to learn about them. Someone with patience, love, and a soft spot for a soulful pittie with a wiggly butt and a huge heart.
Deaf doesn’t mean difficult—it just means different. And with Fritz, it also means rewarding, joyful, and full of love.
Check him out having a jolly time with the garden blower: https://youtube.com/shorts/bqhNPXydOq4?si=l3tXLwcVOcazXIlc
Name: Fritz Breed: Pit Bull Terrier/Crossbreed Sex: Male Age:3 years old (estimated) Weight: 80 lbs Spayed/Neutered: Yes Vaccinations: Up to date Heartworm: Negative Microchipped: Yes Special Needs: Fritz is deaf and blind in one eye.
BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: Yes, 12 years and older. Good with Dogs: Yes, with slow intros Good with Cats: No
Adoption Fee: $300.00
Location of dog currently: Rhode Island
IMPORTANT INFORMATION -
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue. Our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption veterinary costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures when age-appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.
Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.
Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
The adoption donation covers all pre-adoption vet costs (general health exam, vaccinations, heartworm testing/treatment when necessary)
Puppies under the age of 4 months will not be spayed/neutered prior to adoption upon advice of our veterinarians; small dog breeds may not be altered prior to six months if size prohibitive. Paw New England has a spay/neuter program in place with partner vets or if adopter chooses veterinarian of their own choice, reimbursement of $60.00 provided to adopter.
Donation: $450.00 (includes $140.00 transport fee paid directly to USDA approved transport company)
The adoption donation covers all pre-adoption vet costs (general health exam, vaccinations, heartworm testing/treatment when necessary)
Puppies under the age of 4 months will not be spayed/neutered prior to adoption upon advice of our veterinarians; small dog breeds may not be altered prior to six months if size prohibitive. Paw New England has a spay/neuter program in place with partner vets or if adopter chooses veterinarian of their own choice, reimbursement of $60.00 provided to adopter.
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All of our dogs are located either in foster homes in New England or Tennessee/Missouri. Please email our volunteers to ask about the specific pet that you are interested in.
All of our dogs are located either in foster homes in New England or Tennessee/Missouri. Please email our volunteers to ask about the specific pet that you are interested in.
More about this rescue
PAWS is comprised of a small group of volunteers from New England and Tennessee trying to reduce the euthanization rate (previously 90%) at the Tipton County Animal Control shelter in Brighton, Tennessee. This shelter is forced to euthanize thousands of animals each year due to irresponsible pet owners that do not spay/ neuter their dogs in the area. Millions of dogs in America are euthanized each year due to lack of space and lack of funding to try and find them better homes.
Our mission is to save as many animals as possible, removing them from the shelter, having their veterinary needs met prior to traveling and then finding them loving homes throughout New England. We do this only with the assistance of many people volunteering their time by going to the shelter, transporting the dogs to the vet, fostering dogs who need special care, and arranging for their new and happy homes in this area. Most importantly, we cannot do any of this without those people willing to open their homes and hearts to these lovely creatures.
PAWS is comprised of a small group of volunteers from New England and Tennessee trying to reduce the euthanization rate (previously 90%) at the Tipton County Animal Control shelter in Brighton, Tennessee. This shelter is forced to euthanize thousands of animals each year due to irresponsible pet owners that do not spay/ neuter their dogs in the area. Millions of dogs in America are euthanized each year due to lack of space and lack of funding to try and find them better homes.
Our mission is to save as many animals as possible, removing them from the shelter, having their veterinary needs met prior to traveling and then finding them loving homes throughout New England. We do this only with the assistance of many people volunteering their time by going to the shelter, transporting the dogs to the vet, fostering dogs who need special care, and arranging for their new and happy homes in this area. Most importantly, we cannot do any of this without those people willing to open their homes and hearts to these lovely creatures.
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