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Lizzie *LOCAL* *MEET ME*

Border Collie

Female
Wakefield, RI
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(when grown) -
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Good with dogs,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. To apply to adopt this dog now, complete our adoption application   HERE To see our upcoming events where you can meet some of our dogs, please see   HERE If not adopted beforehand, this dog will attend the Super Dog Adoption Event on Saturday, November 7th at Clark Farms in Matunuck, RI. Learn more about this event and sign up for 10am Early Entry  HERE  Age: 2 years Weight: 60 lbs (as of 10/30/26) This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped. Meet Lizzie , a brilliant 2-year-old Border Collie ready to find her forever adventure partner! True to her breed, Lizzie is an active, whip smart girl who loves having a job to do and plenty of space to run. Lizzie is looking for an experienced handler who understands the herding breed mentality and can give her the structure, exercise, and love she deserves. Medical Note:  This dog is being treated/has been treated for heartworm disease.  Untreated heartworm disease can cause lasting damage to the heart, lungs and arteries, and can affect the dog’s health and quality of life even after the parasites are gone, possibly presenting as medical complications and/or new conditions in the future.  Whenever possible, SOSARL advocates for following the American Heartworm Society guidelines for heartworm disease treatment as the safest and most effective methods; the active portion of this treatment protocol can take up to four months to complete.  Once treatment is completed and the dog tests negative for microfilaria, the dog will be cleared to resume normal activity and will be ready to travel north and be placed into an adoptive home.  This dog showed no symptoms of heartworm disease before or during treatment, and is expected to complete treatment with no complications.  Please ask your Adoption Counselor for the specific treatment protocol used for and current status of this dog.  Please check with your vet if you have any questions or concerns about this medical history. An adoption donation is required for each adoption; please see   HERE   for more information about this. To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website:   Adoption Application - SOS Animal Rescue League in Rhode Island (sosarl.org)   **Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 2, 2026, 1:29 pm
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Jack

Border Collie/Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Johnston, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Introducing Jack! 🐾❤️ Jack is an 18-month-old Border Collie/Labrador Retriever mix with the sweetest personality and the most wonderful, laid-back demeanor! This handsome boy is incredibly well-behaved and as easygoing as they come! 🥰 Jack is a low-energy couch potato who wants nothing more than to be wherever his people are. Whether you’re relaxing on the couch, watching TV, or just hanging out around the house, Jack is perfectly content to be right by your side. He’s affectionate, gentle, and doesn’t ask for much, just a comfy place to relax and a family to love! ❤️ He does wonderfully with children, cats, and other dogs, making him a fantastic addition to just about any home! He’s also perfectly crate trained and housebroken, and his calm, easygoing personality makes him an absolute dream to have around. Jack is neutered, fully vaccinated, and looking for his forever home and can’t wait to find a family to call his own! 🐾 Heartworm negative.
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Todd

Border Collie

Male, Puppy
Johnston, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Meet Todd! Todd is an 8-month-old Border Collie mix with the sweetest personality and a fun, playful spirit. He's expected to stay on the smaller side, around 40 lbs full grown, making him a great medium-sized companion.This smart boy is quick to learn and loves to make his people smile with his goofy, funny personality. He can be a little shy when first meeting new people, but once he warms up, he's incredibly affectionate and loyal.Todd is housebroken and doing wonderfully with crate training, and he's already showing how eager he is to learn.He does great with kids, cats, and other dogs. In fact, his best friend in his foster home is a kitty! They love curling up together for cozy naps. Todd is neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and ready to find his forever home.Heartworm negative.
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Carl

Border Collie/Blue Heeler

Male, 4 mos
Johnston, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Introducing Carl! 🐾 He’s a 4-month-old Border Collie/Heeler mix with a sweet heart and so much love to give! Carl can be a little shy when he first meets you, but he warms up quickly and is soon ready for snuggles! He’s an affectionate boy who loves being close to his people and soaking up their attention. ❤️ With a medium energy level, Carl enjoys playtime and cuddletime alike. He does great with kids, cats, and other dogs, and he would love another canine companion in his forever home to play and grow up with! He’s already housebroken and crate trained, giving this sweet puppy a wonderful start. Carl is neutered, fully vaccinated, heartworm negative, and looking for his forever home. Could this snuggly little guy be your newest family member? 🏡💕
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Bebe

Border Collie/Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs
Johnston, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
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Meet Bebe! Bebe is a 2-year-old Border Collie/Lab mix with a brain that’s always working, a heart full of love, and a face you won’t soon forget! This chunky little cutie has one brown eye and ONE GORGEOUS, ICY BLUE EYE that practically deserves its own fan club! 😍 Seriously, that blue eye is BLUE! But Bebe is more than just a pretty face! This girl is super smart, learns quickly, and is always ready to be part of whatever her people are doing. Car rides? LOVE them! Snuggles on the couch? Absolutely! Adventures with her favorite humans? Just tell her when we’re leaving! 🚗🐾 Bebe is the kind of dog who wants to be your sidekick through all of life’s little adventures. Whether you’re heading out for a road trip, taking a stroll around the neighborhood, or just spending a lazy afternoon at home, she’d be happy as long as she’s with you. ❤️ And here’s another reason to love her: Bebe is perfectly house-trained! She’s also great with kids and other dogs, making her a wonderful candidate for a family looking for a sweet, smart, affectionate companion. Cats, however, may be a little too tempting for this girl, so a feline-free home would be best. 🐈‍⬛ Bebe is ready to trade her temporary digs for a forever home with people who will love her adorable chunky self, appreciate her clever mind, and give her a lifetime of snuggles and adventures. 🏡 Looking for a beautiful, brainy best friend with one eye on you and the other one… well, also on you, just in a different color? 😂💙🤎 Bebe is ready to steal your heart, one icy-blue-eyed glance at a time! ❤️🐾 Adopt Bebe and make this gorgeous girl part of your family! Bebe is heartworm negative.
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June Bug

Border Collie/Anatolian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Barrington, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
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June Bug is a beautiful Border Collie/Shepherd mix with a big personality. This affectionate girl absolutely LOVES people, especially children, and is always ready to share cuddles, belly rubs, and plenty of love!June Bug was found running loose in Arkansas and, sadly, was never claimed. After spending time in a loving foster home, PAWS was asked to help find this wonderful girl the forever family she deserves.If you're looking for a four-legged babysitter, June Bug is ready to volunteer! She adores children of all ages, loves playing with them, and has even been known to curl up on the floor for a nap beside them. She's still learning that jumping up to give hugs isn't always necessary, but her enthusiasm comes from a place of pure love!June Bug gets along with dogs of all sizes, although she does enjoy being the BOSS and can play pretty rough. A submissive canine companion could be a good match, but she'd be equally happy soaking up all the attention herself. She does need to be fed separately from other dogs, although she has no issues with people around her food.This smart girl is housetrained using a doggy door, crate trained, and a quick learner who easily picks up new routines. She may need a little adjustment to a new potty schedule without a doggy door. Crating when home alone is recommended, as her mischievous side occasionally takes over, especially when there's food to be found! She's also wonderful on leash, enjoys outings and social events, and is a terrific traveler who rides quietly while watching the world go by.June Bug's ideal home would be an active, loving family, preferably with children to play with and adore! A fenced yard would be a bonus but isn't required, as long as she gets plenty of exercise, walks, adventures, and family time.June Bug is a fun-loving, affectionate, incredibly smart girl who wants nothing more than to spread happiness wherever she goes. She's ready to give one lucky family a lifetime of loyalty, laughter, cuddles, and unconditional love!All known information about the animal is listed above. We do our best to give accurate information, but most of our dogs are rescues and do not come with a known historyName: June BugBreed: Border Collie/Anatolian Shepherd   (Breed mix is not guaranteed-no DNA testing done).Sex: FemaleAge: 2 years  (estimated)Weight: 70.0Spayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: Negative on recent testingMicrochipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:Good with Children: YesGood with Dogs: YesGood with Cats: NoAdoption Fee: $550.00  (includes transport fee when applicable)                       $100-150 additional mandatory quarantine fee for Massachusetts residents.Location of dog currently:       Arkansas  IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England.  Adoption fees 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. The adoption fee is set at a level that enables adoption; they do not cover our costs. Thank you for your generosity and interest in our dogs!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 INFORMATIONPaws 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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All The Paws Animal Rescue RI

Johnston , RI 02919

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Dixie Girl Dog Rescue RI Transport Stop

Johnston , RI 02919

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Rhode Home Rescue

Warwick , RI 02889

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PAWS NEW ENGLAND

Barrington , RI 02806

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Carlton Rescue - Operation Puppy Love

Warren , RI 02885

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Friends of Homeless Animals of RI, Inc.(FOHA)

Saunderstown , RI 02874

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Save One Soul Animal Rescue League

PO BOX 498, Wakefield , RI 02880

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