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Orca

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 7 yrs 10 mos
Bethel, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Meet Orca, a 7-year-old, 37 lb. terrier mix has a heart as big as her smile. As the longest resident in a rural shelter, waiting over three months for her chance at a happily furever after, we knew we had to scoop her up and help her find the life she’s always deserved. Orca is pure joy wrapped in fur. She is friendly with everyone she meets, loves to play, and has plenty of energy—proving that age is truly just a number. She’s incredibly affectionate and happiest when she’s close to her people—whether she’s soaking up belly rubs, leaning in for cuddles, or trying her best to make everyone her new best friend. She was previously in a foster home with children and another dog and while she did ok, older kids and a more submissive dog would be the best match for her. She has never been around cats. A fenced in yard is a must for her. Orca would benefit from some basic training, including polite manners around other dogs and working on jumping when she’s excited. She also tends to have a lot of pent up anxiety and transitions have proven difficult for her so she needs someone experienced and patient. With consistency and guidance, she’ll thrive and shine. Her adoption fee is $425 and Orca is vaccinated, microchipped and spayed, and recently underwent heartworm treatment but has since tested negative. Interested in giving this special girl the life she deserves? Apply today at form.jotform.com/200883908893166.
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Parker

Pit Bull Terrier Cattle Dog

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Bethel, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET PARKER - A SPECIAL DOG SEARCHING FOR THE RIGHT FOSTER OR ADOPTER For over 2.5 years, Parker has experienced nothing but instability. He spent more than a year waiting in a rural shelter before we rescued him in January 2025. Since then, he's been shuffled between foster homes, kennels, and boarding, never having the opportunity to truly settle in. Through it all, Parker has never given up on people. Parker is a three-year-old, 60-pound Pit Bull/Cattle Dog/Great Pyrenees mix with the heart and drive of a working dog. He is intelligent, loyal, eager to learn, and forms incredibly strong bonds with his people. He thrives when he has structure, purpose, and someone confident to guide him. He has completed extensive professional training and has made tremendous progress, but Parker's biggest challenge is his environment. He becomes overwhelmed in busy neighborhoods filled with constant activity, dogs, children, traffic, and endless stimulation. He needs a calm, predictable setting where he can relax and succeed. His ideal home would be: - A rural property, farm, or quiet home with minimal outside activity - An experienced, confident handler who understands working breeds - Adults or a home with older teens only - No cats - Another dog may be possible, but only with the right match Parker would make an incredible farm companion, working dog, hiking partner, or loyal best friend for someone who appreciates his intelligence and wants a dog that enjoys having a job to do. This isn't a dog looking for the busiest household on the block. He's looking for peace, consistency, and someone willing to meet him where he is. In return, you'll gain a fiercely loyal companion who will always be by your side. His adoption fee has been WAIVED thanks to a generous donor. Parker is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and heartworm negative. Apply to adopt at https://form.jotform.com/200883908893166. Not ready to adopt? Consider fostering him: https://form.jotform.com/200857847444161. Cant do either? Make a donation towards his care and boarding costs at https://www.happilyfureverafter.org/donate.
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Roxie

Foxhound

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Bethel, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This pretty girl is Roxie. She is an 18-month-old foxhound/terrier mix and weighs 50 lb. Roxie loves to be outside and is ready for all kinds of adventures. She is a fun dog who is also very sweet. She is good with other dogs and also good with cats. Roxie is going to make an awesome member of the family! She is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. Her adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Roxie, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email daws@daws.org with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Roxie can't wait to meet you!
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Stewie

Boxer

Male, 2 mos
Bethel, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This adorable pup is Stewie. He is a 2-month-old boxer mix and weighs 7.5 lb. We expect he will be about 45 lb full grown. Stewie is a very happy, friendly boy. He loves to be with people and enjoys toys, running outside and a good nap when he is done playing. Stewie is everything you want in a puppy! Stewie is going to make an awesome family pet. Stewie is microchipped, vaccinated for age and healthy. His adoption fee is $400. If you would like to meet/adopt Stewie, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email daws@daws.org with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Stewie can't wait to meet you!
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Eve

Chihuahua Dachshund

Female, 7 yrs 2 mos
Bethel, 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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Eve! This precious 7-year-old, 19 lb. chiweenie found her way to Happily Furever After Rescue alongside her friend, Wall-E, and now she’s ready to trade life on the streets for a cozy furever home of her very own. You seriously could not find a more perfect pup! Eve is a sweet, calm, low-energy little lady who truly knows how to enjoy the simple pleasures in life. She loves going for leisurely walks and walks beautifully on a leash, but don’t expect her to rush—Eve likes to stop and smell the flowers along the way! When she’s home, Eve is all about getting comfortable. She loves climbing up to the highest spot on the couch for a good nap, burrowing underneath her favorite blanket, and curling up for a movie with her people. She’s also quite the little sun worshipper and loves finding a warm spot outside where she can stretch out and soak up the sunshine. Eve has a wonderfully gentle demeanor and gets along well with adults, children of all ages, other dogs, and even cats. She really enjoys the company of the pups in her foster home so she'd love to have a furry friend, preferably on the smaller side. Medically speaking, Eve recently underwent a splenectomy while in our care due to a mass in her spleen but it came back benign so thankfully it was not cancerous! She does, however, have chronic kidney disease with mild anemia so she will require more routine bloodwork and veterinary care so an adopter should be financially prepared for that. Her adoption fee is $450 and Eve is vaccinated, heartworm negative, microchipped, and spayed. If you're interested, please apply at https://form.jotform.com/200883908893166. For questions, email info@happilyfureverafter.org.
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Brynn

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Bethel, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This pretty girl is Brynn. She is a two-year-old American Staffordshire terrier mix and weighs 43 lb. Brynn is all about love and hugs! She is incredibly sweet and just loves to be with people. She responds well to her name and walks nicely on a leash. If you love pitties and looking for a medium-sized dog to be your new BFF, Brynn may be just who you need! She is good with other dogs but doesn't need another dog in the home to be content. Brynn is all about people! She is fine with children of all ages and would prefer to be in a home where she isn't alone long hours. She needs a cat-free home. Brynn is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. Her adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Brynn, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email daws@daws.org with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Brynn can't wait to meet you!

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Plumtrees Animal Hospital

65 Newtown Road, Danbury, CT 06810

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SOS Rescue - CT

Danbury, CT 06810

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Schnauzer Savers Rescue - Northeast

P. O. Box 38024, Danbury, CT 06810

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Hambrick Animals- Danbury, CT

Danbury, CT 06810

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Downtown Dogs Group CT

Danbury, CT 06811

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Save All Dogs Rescue (Danbury)

38 lake ave ext., Danbury, CT 06811

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Danbury Animal Welfare Society

147 Grassy Plain St, Bethel, CT 06801

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Happily Furever After Rescue

Bethel, CT 06801

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Second Chance Animal Rescue of CT

BETHEL, CT 06801

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