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Lil’ Bit~adopted!

Dachshund Rhodesian Ridgeback

Female, 6 mos

Southbury, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Lil Bit is adorable, she is funny, sweet and doesn’t know how little she is. She’s good with other dogs and was living with three children before coming to rescue. They are the ones that named her. She is going to make an awesome addition to any home. This puppy Is spayed/neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, treated for all of the intestinal parasites, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative. Because intestinal parasites are cyclical, your puppy may need additional treatment once you get him/her home. This is common and nothing to be alarmed about. Puppies and dogs need to be treated periodically for parasites throughout their entire lives. The adoption fee is $550 if your adoption is prepaid prior to your pup's arrival. An additional $50 will be charged on puppies that are adopted at an event, or foster home. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with CT HB 5368. WANT TO MEET OUR DOGS IN PERSON? Check the Events tab on cprdogs.com for all weekend adoption event info. The majority of the dogs marked as 'meet me' will be there to see you! More and more of our adopters are having fun with DNA tests on their pups. You might ask yourself why our breed guess is varying degrees of difference from the DNA tests. Most of our puppies are rescued from high kill shelters or other abandonment situations and we have no info on parents. When we rescue puppies that have no background info, we make our very best educated guess as to breed mix and age. Our guesstimate comes from years and years and years of animal welfare work and training, but our guesses won't always agree with your vet, your neighbor, your DNA test, etc. The most important thing to know about your puppy's breed mix is that most likely he/she is a Super Lovable Mutt made of many many many different breeds. If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at the Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get an automatically generated confirmation email. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.

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Bella

Dachshund

Female, 1 yr

Bethel, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

This adorable little girl is Bella. She is a one-year old dachshund mix and weighs just 13 lb. Bella is at a foster home, not at our shelter. Her foster says "Bella is very shy and takes some time to warm up to her person. She is very inquisitive and prefers to be inside. She does well with pee pads and can stay home alone for periods of time. Bella plays well by herself." Bella's ideal home is with a single woman who she can connect with and become that person's little doll. Bella is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and healthy. Her adoption fee is $400. If you would like to meet/adopt Bella, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms. Email daws@daws.org with questions.

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Prinz

Dachshund

Male, Adult

Brookfield, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention,

Story

&#226&#151&#143 Energy level: low-moderate &#226&#151&#143 Potty trained: needs assistance &#226&#151&#143 Fenced yard needed: no &#226&#151&#143 Shared walls ok: no &#226&#151&#143 People: no young children &#226&#151&#143 Dogs: friendly with small dogs &#226&#151&#143 Other: special needs with mobility and bladder expression Overview Meet Printz, a sweet 7-year-old red smooth coat dachshund who's looking for a special family to cherish him. At 17.2 pounds, this loving boy proves that good things come in medium packages! Despite facing some mobility challenges, Printz maintains a wonderfully positive attitude and has a heart full of love to share. Environment Printz is seeking a patient and nurturing home where someone can be present most of the time, as he gets a bit anxious when left alone. While he's currently on crate rest due to a back injury and needs help with mobility, he still enjoys the simple pleasures in life. He does well walking with assistance using a sling and is perfectly content in homes without a yard. He's well-behaved in his crate when his family needs to step out, but he can be vocal so shared walls are probably not a good idea. His reasonable energy needs and gentle nature make him an excellent companion. Pets & People Printz is a very loving dog who thrives on human connection and wants nothing more than to be near his person. While initially shy, he quickly warms up to show his affectionate personality. He's a social butterfly with other small dogs and does very well in multi-dog households but is untested with children or cats. Therefore, only applicants with older, considerate kids will be considered. He can be vocal around larger dogs, but this is likely due to his size and mobility situation. He is food aggressive and eats his meals and treats in his crate. He's happy to go in the crate and comes out when the other dogs in the home have finished their food. He will growl and nip if disturbed when he has food or a valued toy. Health Printz has some special medical needs that require a dedicated family. He currently needs assistance with bladder and bowel expression due to his back injury. He can take trazodone as needed to help manage any discomfort or anxiety. His mobility requires some extra support, and he uses a sling to help him walk comfortably. These needs are manageable with the right care routine, and his sweet personality makes it all worthwhile. Location Printz is available for adoption from Gastonia, NC. Due to his special needs, he would prefer a home within a reasonable driving distance, as he can find long car rides challenging. Please email autenlinda@yahoo.com with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above. The adoption fee is $150.00 Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 12, 2025, 6:43 pm

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Sammy3

Dachshund

Male, Senior

Brookfield, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Sammy Bio Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying. • Energy level: medium • Potty training: trained • Fenced yard: no but does need frequent potty breaks • Shared walls: no • People: no young children • Dogs: good with slow moving dogs that will respect his space • Other: Sammy does well when he wears a soft cone; it helps him to navigate his surroundings as well as gives him a barrier in his personal space. Overview Meet Sammy, a beautiful ~10 year old, 10 lb golden-coated dachshund who proves that love sees beyond physical limitations. Sammy came to Little Paws as a stray found in Miami, but this sweet boy has nothing but affection to give. Despite being somewhat visually impaired due to cataracts, Sammy navigates the world with his heart wide open and is absolutely craving human connection and love. Environment Sammy is a gentle soul who enjoys short walks and playtime. He’s potty trained with regular potty breaks, doing best with a consistent routine. He’s great on the leash and loves his walks. Sammy is not a fan of the crate and does bark when left alone. He needs a home without shared walls. This love bug just wants to be near his people! His happy place is the sofa, left to relax without interruption. Pets & People Sammy is incredibly sweet with adults and older children, but he wouldn’t suit living with young children as he can be easily startled. He has shown some guarding of his space but after recent eye surgery his disposition has improved. Sammy doesn’t like to be moved when he gets comfortable and is best when left alone in "his space". He will need an adopter willing to let him be in his happy place; he will come to the human for affection on his own terms. Because he is easily startled and needs this space, he would be ok as an only dog or with another small, calm dog. His nature makes him wonderful with patient family members who understand his needs. Due to his vision, he’s very gentle around food and needs to be guided to his food and water bowls, but he manages beautifully once he knows where everything is. Sammy has come a long way since the shelter and has recently discovered his love of squeaky toys and has developed a bond with his foster sibling, Cosmo, a small easy going doxie mix. Health Sammy has cataracts that cause visual impairment, and he recently had eye surgery to repair a lens. He sometimes bumps into things and needs gentle guidance to his food and water bowls, but he manages well. Wearing a soft cone helps him to navigate his home. He tries to use potty pads but can not always see them. He takes a joint supplement, omega for his skin, and probiotics. He is on a low fat diet and must continue on this food. His visual challenges don’t slow down his loving spirit one bit. Location Sammy is available for adoption from Miami, FL. Please email siriad81@aol.com with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above. The adoption fee for Aspen is $250.00. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 23, 2025, 1:48 pm

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Charlie14

Dachshund

Male, Senior

Brookfield, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying. &#226&#151&#143 Energy level: low &#226&#151&#143 Potty training: belly band/schedule &#226&#151&#143 Fenced yard: unfenced ok &#226&#151&#143 Shared walls: will bark when left alone &#226&#151&#143 People: all (untested with children) &#226&#151&#143 Dogs: some &#226&#151&#143 Other: IVDD survivor (can wobble walk), diabetic, has tried mobility wheels Overview Meet Charlie, a resilient red dachshund who proves that heroes come in all shapes and sizes—and sometimes on wheels! Charlie is an 11-year-old, 18lb gentleman who’s shown incredible strength and spirit. When his owner had to move and couldn’t take him along, this brave boy found himself starting over. As an IVDD survivor, Charlie has overcome significant challenges and continues to live life with joy and determination. Environment Charlie thrives with low-medium activity levels, enjoying short walks around the yard—though he can tire out, so his humans need to watch for signs he needs a break. He’s recently been introduced to mobility wheels, which have opened up new adventures for him! He prefers gated spaces over crates and doesn’t require a fenced yard, making him flexible for different living situations. Because Charlie is an IVDD survivor, he didn’t regain full bladder and bowel control. He wears belly bands and is working on getting into a good potty routine. It’s a small accommodation for such a wonderful companion, and he’s very cooperative about his care needs. Pets & People Charlie is a lovable guy who enjoys snuggles and love with his people. He’s good with adults but hasn’t been tested with children yet. When he’s out and about, he might bark at people and dogs he encounters—just his way of saying hello from a distance! With other dogs, Charlie is quite selective. He’d do best with another calm dog who gives him space initially, or he’d be perfectly content as an only dog getting all the attention. He has lived with other dogs, and it takes time for him to warm up. He’s not looking for a playmate, just peaceful coexistence. Health Charlie is a diabetic champion who takes his twice-daily insulin injections like an absolute pro—his foster mom says he’s amazing about his medical care! He’s on a prescription diet to keep him healthy and feeling his best. Charlie has shown that medical needs don’t define him; they’re just part of his daily routine. One of Charlie's eyes appears to be losing vision, but again, it's not stopping this lovable little guy! He still enjoys playing with tennis balls and eating cucumbers! His IVDD journey has made him stronger, not weaker, and his recent introduction to wheels has given him new mobility and confidence. Charlie is able to get around and wobbly walk without the use of wheels. Location Charlie is available for adoption from Chatham, VA. Please email pharr33@gmail.com with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above. The adoption fee for Charlie is $150. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.August 23, 2025, 8:03 am

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Gus4

Dachshund

Male, Adult

Brookfield, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying. &#226&#151&#143 Energy level: medium &#226&#151&#143 Potty trained: yes &#226&#151&#143 Fenced yard needed: preferred but not required &#226&#151&#143 Shared walls ok: yes &#226&#151&#143 People: all ages (older kids or no kids recommended) &#226&#151&#143 Dogs: yes with proper boundaries &#226&#151&#143 Cats: yes &#226&#151&#143 Other: Gus has mild resource guarding around food bowls and certain toys. He needs a home where pets respect designated bowls and boundaries during mealtimes and play. Overview Looking for a loyal companion who’s equal parts adventure buddy and couch potato? Gus the dachshund might be your perfect match. Gus is a sweet, cuddly boy who’s about 7 years old and weighs 36 lbs (currently on a weight loss journey). He was surrendered to Little Paws and is ready to find his forever family. This handsome long-haired guy sports a beautiful brown, black, and white coat and has a personality that’ll steal your heart. His foster describes him as one of the easiest fosters they’ve ever had and truly the best boy—even his vet recently praised what a great temperament he has! Environment Gus is a wonderfully balanced boy who loves his daily walks but is equally happy cozying up on the couch or in bed with you (big bonus points if you’ll let him sleep under the covers!). He’s already potty trained and crate trained (though his foster uses a pen), making him an easy addition to most homes. While he’d enjoy having a backyard to explore, it’s not a dealbreaker—he’s adaptable and does well with regular walks and playtime. He’s comfortable in homes with shared walls as he’s not excessively noisy—he barks a little, and really only when he needs something. Gus is great on leash and pays no mind to other people or dogs while out and about. He’s perfectly content being left alone when needed, but his favorite thing is following someone around the house—he just wants to be near his people! This happy boy is always wagging his tail and smiling, ready to be your loyal shadow. Pets & People Gus is a people-loving boy who adores attention from everyone he meets. He’s been around school kids and playgrounds and has done beautifully. While he hasn’t had direct interactions with young children and pets together, he’d likely do fine—though a home with older kids or no kids would be ideal given his food and toy boundaries. Gus gets along wonderfully with other animals, including dogs and cats. He lives harmoniously with a Great Dane at the moment and minds his own business on walks, never barking at or fixating on other dogs. However, Gus does need a home where pets respect personal space during meals and certain play times. He has mild resource guarding around his food bowl and his favorite fox toy, so he thrives in homes where animals have designated bowls and aren’t constantly taking things from each other. He has no interest in bothering other pets if they aren’t bothering him, and he doesn’t go after their things. His foster separates pets during feeding time, and he does completely fine with this routine. Gus has one quirky fear worth mentioning: he’s not a fan of electric scooters. But otherwise, he’s a brave, confident boy who takes new experiences in stride. Health Gus is currently working on becoming a lean ween. He’s on a diet to reach a healthier weight, but otherwise has no medical needs. Location Gus is available for adoption from Charlotte, NC and he’s great in the car, so he’s happy to travel to meet his new family. Please email qwallace@littlepawsdr.org with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above. The adoption fee for Gus is $325. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 31, 2025, 8:34 am

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