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Dino

Mastiff

Male, adult
Terryville, CT
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter,
Story
Dino just turned 5 years old. He is a mommas boy all the way! He has to be next to me literally all the time. The reason for the rehomeing is we are moving into a 5th wheel for 6mths or longer and he will not fit as he is 150+lbs. He is great with our other 2 dogs and cats do not bother him at all. My kids play all over him and could care less as well. He does have separation anxiety from me. Takes baths ok. Will walk on leash but a little bit scared of cars driving by. Other than that he is the biggest baby you'll ever meet. I would like to find a home for him with not other dogs so he is the only focus as I don't want him to be heart broken. Or think I abandoned him. Fenced in yard a plus.
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Daya

Boxer Black Mouth Cur

Female, young
Bristol, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
  Meet Daya!! Daya once lived in a home with a family in Mississippi who loved her. One day they decided they longer wanted in their house, so they kicked her out and chained her to their porch. The chain was very short and she did not have much room to move at all. Fast forward to now, Daya is a loving girl who has tons of love to give. She is always wanting to greet you with a shake. She knows paw very well. Lol! Even though Daya does not have her family anymore, she is ready to move on and start her life with a new family. Daya will need a fenced yard with a playmate to run around with and play tug a war but also will lay down in sun to take a nap. Please be sure to have lots of toys for her as she loves to squeak, toss them in the air and snuggle with them. Daya is a smart girl who loves to learn, so basic obedience will be great for her and her new family. By the way if your wondering what her name means, here is the definition: "the feeling of empathy toward the suffering of others". Which we all know we need this in rescuing animals. She has so much empathy in her eyes. Daya will be waiting to meet you very soon and become part of the family. She will snuggle with you and give you nothing but lots of love and empathy. Apply for Daya now!! If interested in Daya, please COPY LINK BELOW TO APPLY AND FILL OUT AN APPLICATION: https://www.fetchingheartsrescue.org/adoption-form-online to fill out an application or email to inquire at: INFO.FETCHINGHEARTS@GMAIL.COM Unless otherwise indicated, all dogs adopted through Fetching Hearts have received the following before being available for adoption: Thorough veterinary examination All routine annual vaccinations, including Rabies, DHLPP, Bordatella (Kennel Cough), Heartworm Test, Fecal Test, Deworming, Microchip, Flea and Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention. Spay/Neuter All dogs are quarantined for two weeks outside of the shelter (puppies four weeks) to ensure they don't break with disease. VETTING NOTE: Fetching Hearts Rescue completely vets our dogs thoroughly to the best of our knowledge based on communication with our Southern Vets. If anything is brought to our attention, we treat the dog. After adopting the dog, you will be responsible for following up with all vetting going forward. HEARTWORM NOTE: Dogs who were treated for Heartworm can test positive up to 4-6 months after last treatment. All dogs are immediately put on Heartgard/Ivermectin following the treatment to kill the Heartworm larvae. All dogs should be re-tested after 5-6 months from the last Heartworm treatment. Personality traits Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Gentle, Playful, Smart, Curious, Loves kisses, Funny, Couch potato. Daya will be available for adoption on 4/8/2023. Meet Daya!! Daya once lived in a home with a family in Mississippi who loved her. One day they decided they longer wanted in their house, so they kicked her out and chained her to their porch. The chain was very short and she did not have much room to move at all. Fast forward to now, Daya is a loving girl who has tons of love to give. She is always wanting to greet you with a shake. She knows paw very well. Lol! Even though Daya does not have her family anymore, she is ready to move on and start her life with a new family. Daya will need a fenced yard with a playmate to run around with and play tug a war but also will lay down in sun to take a nap. Please be sure to have lots of toys for her as she loves to squeak, toss them in the air and snuggle with them. Daya is a smart girl who loves to learn, so basic obedience will be great for her and her new family. By the way if your wondering what her name means, here is the definition: "the feeling of empathy toward the suffering of others". Which we all know we need this in rescuing animals. She has so much empathy in her eyes. Daya will be waiting to meet you very soon and become part of the family. She will snuggle with you and give you nothing but lots of love and empathy. Apply for Daya now!! If interested in Daya, please COPY LINK BELOW TO APPLY AND FILL OUT AN APPLICATION: https://www.fetchingheartsrescue.org/adoption-form-online to fill out an application or email to inquire at: INFO.FETCHINGHEARTS@GMAIL.COM Unless otherwise indicated, all dogs adopted through Fetching Hearts have received the following before being available for adoption: Thorough veterinary examination All routine annual vaccinations, including Rabies, DHLPP, Bordatella (Kennel Cough), Heartworm Test, Fecal Test, Deworming, Microchip, Flea and Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention. Spay/Neuter All dogs are quarantined for two weeks outside of the shelter (puppies four weeks) to ensure they don't break with disease. VETTING NOTE: Fetching Hearts Rescue completely vets our dogs thoroughly to the best of our knowledge based on communication with our Southern Vets. If anything is brought to our attention, we treat the dog. After adopting the dog, you will be responsible for following up with all vetting going forward. HEARTWORM NOTE: Dogs who were treated for Heartworm can test positive up to 4-6 months after last treatment. All dogs are immediately put on Heartguard/Ivermectin following the treatment to kill the Heartworm larvae. All dogs should be re-tested after 5-6 months from the last Heartworm treatment. Personality traits Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Gentle, Playful, Smart, Curious, Loves kisses, Funny, Couch potato April 16, 2023, 8:53 pm
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Ozzie

Labrador Retriever Feist

Male, 10 mos
Bristol, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Ozzie!! This guy was found in the woods of Mississippi with another dog named Alanis. These poor babies needed food, water and love. Once they got a good bath and had got some food in their bellies they turned out to be lovely pups. Ozzie is a loving guy who enjoys pouncing around and enjoys being a puppy. He loves his teething bones and toys he can chew on and pounce on. He loves to be outside with his people and friends to explore. To chase after the birds and bugs. He should be a perfect med dog once at full weight. We don't foresee him getting to big. He will make a great family member. Give Ozzie a loving home where he can open his heart to you and give you all his love. He can't wait to have a forever home very soon. Fetching Hearts Rescue takes puppies very serious. It takes a special family for puppies. You will need to train them, give them lots of socialization and attention. They are lot's of work, but in the long road they will love you and be an amazing family member!! If interested in Ozzie, please COPY LINK BELOW TO APPLY AND FILL OUT AN APPLICATION: https://www.fetchingheartsrescue.org/adoption-form-online to fill out an application or email to inquire at: INFO.FETCHINGHEARTS@GMAIL.COM Unless otherwise indicated, all dogs adopted through Fetching Hearts have received the following before being available for adoption: Thorough veterinary examination All routine annual vaccinations, including Rabies, DHLPP, Bordatella (Kennel Cough), Heartworm Test, Fecal Test, Deworming, Microchip, Flea and Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention. Spay/Neuter All dogs are quarantined for two weeks outside of the shelter (puppies four weeks) to ensure they don't break with disease. VETTING NOTE: Fetching Hearts Rescue completely vets our dogs thoroughly to the best of our knowledge based on communication with our Southern Vets. If anything is brought to our attention, we treat the dog. After adopting the dog, you will be responsible for following up with all vetting going forward. HEARTWORM NOTE: Dogs who were treated for Heartworm can test positive up to 4-6 months after last treatment. All dogs are immediately put on Heartgard/Ivermectin following the treatment to kill the Heartworm larvae. All dogs should be re-tested after 5-6 months from the last Heartworm treatment. Personality traits Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Gentle, Playful, Smart, Funny, Loves kisses, Athletic
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Cookie Dough

Labrador Retriever German Wirehaired Pointer

Female, 8 mos
Bristol, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Cookie Dough!! This beautiful baby was dumped along with 6 other babies in the the woods to die. One of our volunteers in Mississippi were notified about these babies running around and she went to check out the situation. She ended up catching all of them and asking Fetching Hearts to help, which we did!!! Cookie Dough was shy at first when we first got her. After a few minutes she finally realized she was safe and started to warm up to our volunteers. She has opened up and turned out to be a very sweet and loving girl. Cookie has a sweet demeanor and is very laid back over all. She will lay back and watch everyone playing and she might join in and play every so often, but she enjoys playing with squeakers and chewing on her sticks in the yard. She does enjoy being out in a fenced yard, where she can explore and hang out with here friends. We would recommend her going to a home with a friend who is outgoing to help her continue coming out of her shell. Let's help these sweet ice cream babies fine their forever homes!!! They all deserve the best homes where they can get lots of love, training, fun and attention as they grow up to be amazing pups!!!! Fetching Hearts Rescue takes puppies very serious. It takes a special family for puppies. You will need to train them, give them lots of socialization and attention. They are lot's of work, but in the long road they will love you and be an amazing family member!! If interested in Cookie Dough, please COPY LINK BELOW TO APPLY AND FILL OUT AN APPLICATION: https://www.fetchingheartsrescue.org/adoption-form-online to fill out an application or email to inquire at: INFO.FETCHINGHEARTS@GMAIL.COM Unless otherwise indicated, all dogs adopted through Fetching Hearts have received the following before being available for adoption: Thorough veterinary examination All routine annual vaccinations, including Rabies, DHLPP, Bordatella (Kennel Cough), Heartworm Test, Fecal Test, Deworming, Microchip, Flea and Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention. Spay/Neuter All dogs are quarantined for two weeks outside of the shelter (puppies four weeks) to ensure they don't break with disease. VETTING NOTE: Fetching Hearts Rescue completely vets our dogs thoroughly to the best of our knowledge based on communication with our Southern Vets. If anything is brought to our attention, we treat the dog. After adopting the dog, you will be responsible for following up with all vetting going forward. HEARTWORM NOTE: Dogs who were treated for Heartworm can test positive up to 4-6 months after last treatment. All dogs are immediately put on Heartgard/Ivermectin following the treatment to kill the Heartworm larvae. All dogs should be re-tested after 5-6 months from the last Heartworm treatment. Personality traits Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Gentle, Playful, Smart, Curious, Funny, Loves kisses, Athletic
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Zeus

Labrador Retriever American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 11 mos
Bristol, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Zeus!! This handsome boy came in with his siblings - Katniss, Aries and Keiko. Wow are these pups just sweet as can be!! They were picked up by the mailman in Alabama where they were just strays. We all know with black dogs, they are first to go to the shelter and be euthanized. Fetching Hearts Rescue knew we had to help these 4 loving cuties. Zeus is loving boy who enjoys to hang out with his humans and friends. He will play every now and then, but overall these pups like to explore and take the world in. They are medium energy pups and are not spunky pups. They are learning what toys are but enjoy the chew toys especially. They are just sweethearts!!! They are very smart and wants to learn, so training should not be an issue. They love their treats as well!!! Let's find these cuties their forever homes, where they can come out of the shells and know they are now in the best homes ever!! Where they will never have to worry again but to be just loved on!!!! They are ready to explore the world with their forever families!!!! Fetching Hearts Rescue takes puppies very serious. It takes a special family for puppies. You will need to train them, give them lots of socialization and attention. They are lot's of work, but in the long road they will love you and be an amazing family member!! If interested in Zeus, please COPY LINK BELOW TO APPLY AND FILL OUT AN APPLICATION: https://www.fetchingheartsrescue.org/adoption-form-online to fill out an application or email to inquire at: INFO.FETCHINGHEARTS@GMAIL.COM Unless otherwise indicated, all dogs adopted through Fetching Hearts have received the following before being available for adoption: Thorough veterinary examination All routine annual vaccinations, including Rabies, DHLPP, Bordatella (Kennel Cough), Heartworm Test, Fecal Test, Deworming, Microchip, Flea and Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention. Spay/Neuter All dogs are quarantined for two weeks outside of the shelter (puppies four weeks) to ensure they don't break with disease. VETTING NOTE: Fetching Hearts Rescue completely vets our dogs thoroughly to the best of our knowledge based on communication with our Southern Vets. If anything is brought to our attention, we treat the dog. After adopting the dog, you will be responsible for following up with all vetting going forward. HEARTWORM NOTE: Dogs who were treated for Heartworm can test positive up to 4-6 months after last treatment. All dogs are immediately put on Heartgard/Ivermectin following the treatment to kill the Heartworm larvae. All dogs should be re-tested after 5-6 months from the last Heartworm treatment Personality traits Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Gentle, Playful, Smart, Curious, Couch potato, Loves kisses, Funny
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Joan

Rhodesian Ridgeback Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Bristol, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Joan!! This beautiful girl came into the shelter in Tennessee. Nobody ever came looking for her, which was a shocker!! She is such a sweet and loving girl. Joan is a lovebug who has loves to play. She is going to make someone a fun, loving and great family member. Joan enjoys playing with her doggie friends, while also playing with her toys. She enjoys squeaky toys and also play fetch with you. Don't expect to get the ball back every time. Lol!!! She sometimes likes the game tag or catch me if you can with the ball. Joan is a happy girl who is always smiling and wags her tails. She has such a big nose that makes you want to just kiss her right on the middle of her nose. Joan will also make a great hiking partner as well. This girl will make a fantastic family member!!! We would recommend if you have a fenced yard for her to run around that would be awesome for her. If you want a hiking partner or family member to give you love daily, Joan is the girl for this!!! She is a lovebug!! Don't miss out on her and apply today. If interested in Joan, please COPY LINK BELOW TO APPLY AND FILL OUT AN APPLICATION: https://www.fetchingheartsrescue.org/adoption-form-online to fill out an application or email to inquire at: INFO.FETCHINGHEARTS@GMAIL.COM Unless otherwise indicated, all dogs adopted through Fetching Hearts have received the following before being available for adoption: Thorough veterinary examination All routine annual vaccinations, including Rabies, DHLPP, Bordatella (Kennel Cough), Heartworm Test, Fecal Test, Deworming, Microchip, Flea and Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention. Spay/Neuter All dogs are quarantined for two weeks outside of the shelter (puppies four weeks) to ensure they don't break with disease. VETTING NOTE: Fetching Hearts Rescue completely vets our dogs thoroughly to the best of our knowledge based on communication with our Southern Vets. If anything is brought to our attention, we treat the dog. After adopting the dog, you will be responsible for following up with all vetting going forward. HEARTWORM NOTE: Dogs who were treated for Heartworm can test positive up to 4-6 months after last treatment. All dogs are immediately put on Heartguard/Ivermectin following the treatment to kill the Heartworm larvae. All dogs should be re-tested after 5-6 months from the last Heartworm treatment. Personality traits Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Gentle, Playful, Smart, Curious, Funny, Athletic, Loves Kisses, Loves Water.

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PAWS of Dale Hollow - CT chapter

Harwinton, CT 06791

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White River Animal Rescue - CT

Stafford Springs, CT 06790

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Burlington Animal Shelter

200 Spielman Hwy., Burlington, CT 06013

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Friends of the Burlington Animal Shelter

200 Spielman Hwy, Burlington, CT 06013

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The Simon Foundation Inc.

Litchfield, CT 06759

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Litchfield Animal Control

PO Box 488/74 West St, Litchfield, CT 06759

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AL-ONE DOG RESCUE - CT transport

New Hartford, CT 06057

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Fetching Hearts Rescue

P.O. Box 1222, Bristol, CT 06011

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Ratbone Rescues (CT Chapter)

Bristol, CT 06011

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All Heart Animal Rescue CT Chapter

Bristol, CT 06010

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