Meet Xena – a resilient beauty with a heart full of love
Xena’s life began with heartbreak. She and her brother were rescued as newborns after their mom was tragically killed in an accident. Fortunately, a kind human stepped in, bottle-fed the puppies, and raised them alongside other dogs—giving Xena a strong foundation of love and socialization. (Her brother has already been adopted… now it’s Xena’s turn!)
Her mama was a Great Pyrenees, and while her brother took after Mom, Xena seems to have inherited her mystery dad’s shepherd looks—creating one absolutely stunning pup.
Now thriving in foster care, Xena is a friendly, happy girl who loves her dog friends and enjoys being part of the pack. She’s growing up surrounded by kindness and learning all about home life, and her foster mom says she’s doing beautifully.
She’s a natural little guardian who likes to keep an eye on her people. When someone approaches, she’ll calmly position herself between you and them and may bark a bit — but she’s never aggressive and doesn’t make any moves toward strangers. She simply wants to be sure everyone is safe.
She showed the same gentle protectiveness with kittens in her foster home, stepping in to block their path if another dog chased them — no snapping, no roughness, just quiet intervention.
This girl truly shines outdoors. She loves running free, playing in all kinds of weather (yes, even splashing in the pool during cold days!), and soaking up fresh air. With her adventurous spirit and watchful nature, she’d likely thrive in a home with space to roam — farm life could be a perfect fit.
Xena is ready to leave her sad beginnings behind and start her forever chapter. If you’re looking for a sweet, social, gorgeous puppy to add to your family, Xena might be your girl.
PLEASE NOTE: Prior Shepherd experience or guardian dog experience is a major plus for this girl - she is not a couch potato and will require stimulation, training, and exercise as she grows.
Name: Xena Breed: Shepherd/Great Pyrenees Sex: Female Age: 24 weeks (estimated) Weight: Spayed/Neutered: Yes Vaccinations: Up to date Heartworm: Negative at last testing Microchipped: Yes
BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: Yes Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Has been exposed; does not chase; is interested.
Adoption Fee: $550.00 (includes transport fee when applicable) $150.00 additional quarantine fee for Massachusetts adopters
Location of dog currently: Mississippi
IMPORTANT INFORMATION -
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south & New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption veterinary 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. 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 Xena – a resilient beauty with a heart full of love
Xena’s life began with heartbreak. She and her brother were rescued as newborns after their mom was tragically killed in an accident. Fortunately, a kind human stepped in, bottle-fed the puppies, and raised them alongside other dogs—giving Xena a strong foundation of love and socialization. (Her brother has already been adopted… now it’s Xena’s turn!)
Her mama was a Great Pyrenees, and while her brother took after Mom, Xena seems to have inherited her mystery dad’s shepherd looks—creating one absolutely stunning pup.
Now thriving in foster care, Xena is a friendly, happy girl who loves her dog friends and enjoys being part of the pack. She’s growing up surrounded by kindness and learning all about home life, and her foster mom says she’s doing beautifully.
She’s a natural little guardian who likes to keep an eye on her people. When someone approaches, she’ll calmly position herself between you and them and may bark a bit — but she’s never aggressive and doesn’t make any moves toward strangers. She simply wants to be sure everyone is safe.
She showed the same gentle protectiveness with kittens in her foster home, stepping in to block their path if another dog chased them — no snapping, no roughness, just quiet intervention.
This girl truly shines outdoors. She loves running free, playing in all kinds of weather (yes, even splashing in the pool during cold days!), and soaking up fresh air. With her adventurous spirit and watchful nature, she’d likely thrive in a home with space to roam — farm life could be a perfect fit.
Xena is ready to leave her sad beginnings behind and start her forever chapter. If you’re looking for a sweet, social, gorgeous puppy to add to your family, Xena might be your girl.
PLEASE NOTE: Prior Shepherd experience or guardian dog experience is a major plus for this girl - she is not a couch potato and will require stimulation, training, and exercise as she grows.
Name: Xena Breed: Shepherd/Great Pyrenees Sex: Female Age: 24 weeks (estimated) Weight: Spayed/Neutered: Yes Vaccinations: Up to date Heartworm: Negative at last testing Microchipped: Yes
BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: Yes Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Has been exposed; does not chase; is interested.
Adoption Fee: $550.00 (includes transport fee when applicable) $150.00 additional quarantine fee for Massachusetts adopters
Location of dog currently: Mississippi
IMPORTANT INFORMATION -
Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south & New England.
Adoption donations cover pre-adoption veterinary 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. 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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