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Submit Application
Interview
Home Check
Approve Application
Meet the Pet
Sign Adoption Contract
Pay Fee
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Meet Capone.
19 pounds of compact, snuggly, very-good-boy energy.
Capone was found as a stray, which is wild considering how solid he is as a companion. He loves other dogs, is good with dog-savvy cats, and settles beautifully into home life. He is potty trained, crate trained, rides well in the car, and listens well. He also loves food, which is important information for a pug.
At home, Capone is a top-tier bed snuggler and an excellent little buddy. He is affectionate without being clingy, social without being overwhelming, and generally just easy to live with. He also happens to be a fantastic photo subject, as you can clearly see.
Medical honesty, because we do not gloss over things:
During one exam, a vet mentioned a possible heart murmur. However, the veterinarian who performed his neuter and monitored him under anesthesia noted no cardiovascular abnormalities at all. Given that Capone was worked up at the time of the initial exam, this is very likely situational. Stress, excitement, and panting can absolutely cause transient findings, especially in brachycephalic breeds. Capone has shown zero clinical signs of heart issues. No exercise intolerance, no collapse, no concerning symptoms. Just standard pug noises, because pugs are… pugs.
Placement requirements matter here, so read this part carefully:
Capone will only be placed in a home with pug experience or very relevant brachycephalic breed experience.
He will not be placed in a home with cats who have never lived with dogs before.
Weight management is non-negotiable. Pugs are not meant to be fat. Keeping Capone lean and fit is critical to his long-term health, breathing, joints, and overall quality of life. Applications will be reviewed with this in mind.
Capone is a great little dog who deserves a home that understands the breed, respects their limitations, and commits to doing right by them.
If that’s you, apply.
This dog is up to date on vaccinations and is spayed or neutered. (Please note: Puppies under 3 months old may not be sterilized prior to adoption. If this is the case, your adoption coordinator will provide guidance on the process.)
To adopt or learn more about this dog, you must complete an adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.
PLEASE READ:
• If a dog or puppy is listed, they are currently available for adoption. However, they may already be pending an adoption, and their profile may not yet reflect this.
• All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the posting date.
• Unless explicitly stated, Sandy Paws Rescue does not guarantee the breed of any dog. Breeds listed are educated guesses made by shelter staff, volunteers, or veterinarians. Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, often with pit bull-type genetics, resulting in a wide variety of physical traits and temperaments.
Our dogs come from various situations, such as kill shelters, owner surrenders, or as strays. It is likely both parents were mixed breeds as well.
Sandy Paws Rescue does not have a public shelter in Massachusetts. Our dogs reside in private foster homes or boarding kennels in the South until adopted. Many dogs are spoken for prior to transport or release from state-mandated isolation.
For information on adoption fees, procedures, or FAQs, visit our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.
The FIRST step in adopting from Sandy Paws Rescue is to submit a completed adoption application.
Meet Capone.
19 pounds of compact, snuggly, very-good-boy energy.
Capone was found as a stray, which is wild considering how solid he is as a companion. He loves other dogs, is good with dog-savvy cats, and settles beautifully into home life. He is potty trained, crate trained, rides well in the car, and listens well. He also loves food, which is important information for a pug.
At home, Capone is a top-tier bed snuggler and an excellent little buddy. He is affectionate without being clingy, social without being overwhelming, and generally just easy to live with. He also happens to be a fantastic photo subject, as you can clearly see.
Medical honesty, because we do not gloss over things:
During one exam, a vet mentioned a possible heart murmur. However, the veterinarian who performed his neuter and monitored him under anesthesia noted no cardiovascular abnormalities at all. Given that Capone was worked up at the time of the initial exam, this is very likely situational. Stress, excitement, and panting can absolutely cause transient findings, especially in brachycephalic breeds. Capone has shown zero clinical signs of heart issues. No exercise intolerance, no collapse, no concerning symptoms. Just standard pug noises, because pugs are… pugs.
Placement requirements matter here, so read this part carefully:
Capone will only be placed in a home with pug experience or very relevant brachycephalic breed experience.
He will not be placed in a home with cats who have never lived with dogs before.
Weight management is non-negotiable. Pugs are not meant to be fat. Keeping Capone lean and fit is critical to his long-term health, breathing, joints, and overall quality of life. Applications will be reviewed with this in mind.
Capone is a great little dog who deserves a home that understands the breed, respects their limitations, and commits to doing right by them.
If that’s you, apply.
This dog is up to date on vaccinations and is spayed or neutered. (Please note: Puppies under 3 months old may not be sterilized prior to adoption. If this is the case, your adoption coordinator will provide guidance on the process.)
To adopt or learn more about this dog, you must complete an adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.
PLEASE READ:
• If a dog or puppy is listed, they are currently available for adoption. However, they may already be pending an adoption, and their profile may not yet reflect this.
• All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the posting date.
• Unless explicitly stated, Sandy Paws Rescue does not guarantee the breed of any dog. Breeds listed are educated guesses made by shelter staff, volunteers, or veterinarians. Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, often with pit bull-type genetics, resulting in a wide variety of physical traits and temperaments.
Our dogs come from various situations, such as kill shelters, owner surrenders, or as strays. It is likely both parents were mixed breeds as well.
Sandy Paws Rescue does not have a public shelter in Massachusetts. Our dogs reside in private foster homes or boarding kennels in the South until adopted. Many dogs are spoken for prior to transport or release from state-mandated isolation.
For information on adoption fees, procedures, or FAQs, visit our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.
The FIRST step in adopting from Sandy Paws Rescue is to submit a completed adoption application.
Submit Application
SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION IS IMPORTANT. WWW.SANDYPAWSRESCUE.COM TO START. READ OUR FAQ FIRST. ADOPTAPET INQUIRY IS NOT AN APPLICATION.
Interview
If we feel you’re a good fit, we’ll schedule a phone call. Timing varies—could be 3 days or 3+ weeks. A call doesn’t guarantee approval.
Home Check
A home tour video is required—show common areas, yard, and where the dog will sleep. Full details are on our FAQ page.
Approve Application
All applications are screened. Approval doesn’t guarantee a specific dog. Please see our FAQ page for details.
Meet the Pet
Dogs in local MA foster can be met after approval. Some are pre-adopt only—no meet first, commit before arrival. Details on our site.
Sign Adoption Contract
All adopters must sign a legal adoption contract before bringing a dog home. No exceptions. Details are on our website.
Pay Fee
Adoption fees apply. Visit our site + FAQ page for details before applying. Thank you for understanding and supporting rescue!
