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My name is Sammie Boy!

Posted 5 days ago

Cared for by PAWS NEW ENGLAND
Adoption fee: $250

This helps PAWS NEW ENGLAND with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)
Color
Age
3 years 9 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
67 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
20231060

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Sammie Boy 🌲

Sammie Boy is a handsome, high-spirited adventurer who’s always ready to hit the trail, hop in the car, or explore the great outdoors right beside you. If you love hiking, walking, or simply being active, Sammie has the kind of enthusiasm that inspires you to get outside and soak up life (rain or shine).

When Sammie first enters a new home, he can be very excited, energetic, and a bit anxious as he adjusts to unfamiliar surroundings. But with calm guidance, a consistent routine, structure, and patience, he settles in beautifully. Within a few weeks, he begins to relax, understand the household rhythm, and show what an easy, sweet, and incredibly loyal companion he truly is. He’s a quick study and thrives when he knows what to expect.

Sammie is treat-motivated, smart, and eager to please. He’s house trained and crate trained, and for a dog who never previously lived indoors, he’s adapting wonderfully to the comfort of home life. He loves being outdoors, but he’s also learning just how lovely it is to snuggle, nap, and follow his people from room to room. He gets excited about all the best things in life: outside time, walks, food, toys, and quality time with his humans.

He knows sit, paw, and lie down, and he’s currently working on stay, wait, and polite greetings without jumping. With ongoing practice and consistency, he’s well on his way to becoming a beautifully mannered — and deeply devoted — companion.

Compatibility Notes

Sammie is full of energy and enthusiasm, and the right home will appreciate and embrace that.

Cats: Not recommended. While he may show interest, his excitement can overwhelm cats.

Dogs: Sammie is good with other dogs, but he is best matched with one who shares his size, energy level, and playful style.

Ideal Home

Sammie Boy would thrive with an active adopter who enjoys outdoor adventures and has a secure fenced yard. He’d be happy as an only dog or with a well-matched canine companion who can keep up with his enthusiasm. His ideal home is one that values his joyful spirit and continues his training with patience, consistency, and plenty of treats.

Why You’ll Love Him

✔House trained & crate trained

✔Affectionate, goofy, and extremely loyal

✔Treat-motivated and quick to learn

✔Great on leash

✔Loves car rides, toys, and exploring

✔Full of life, joy, and excitement for every new experience

✔Once settled, he is an easy, sweet, amazing companion

Sammie Boy isn’t just looking for a home — he’s looking for a partner in adventure, someone who sees his zest for life as a gift. If you’re ready for a dog who will bring joy, energy, and endless heart into your world, Sammie Boy is ready to meet you. ❤️🐾

Sammie Boy — At a Glance

Name: Sammie Boy
Breed: Crossbreed
Sex: Male
Age: 3–4 years (estimated)
Weight: 67 lbs
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Vaccinations: Up to date
Heartworm: Completed treatment
Microchipped: Yes

Based on our observations:

Good with Children: Ages 10+

Good with Dogs: Yes — best with a dog of similar size/energy/play style

Good with Cats: No (not recommended)

Adoption Fee: $250
Current Location: New England

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 required.

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.
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Contact info

Pet ID
20231060
Contact
Phone
Address
Barrington, RI 02806

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Donation: $450.00 (includes $140.00 transport fee paid directly to USDA approved transport company)

Interested in adopting this wonderful dog? Please visit our website and complete an online adoption application.
http://www.pawsnewengland.com/adoption-form/

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.

Go meet their pets

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.

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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.

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