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Puppies and dogs in Waterbury, Connecticut

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Waterbury, Connecticut. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Lady's adoption status with email updates.
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Lady

American Pit Bull Terrier American Bulldog

Female, Young
Waterbury, 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
Lady is a very special dog she is extremely affectionate but very excitable loves walks loves the dog park loves attention loves her bones loves her treats but she needs someone who can devote time to her outdoors and indoor due to a health issue with our elderly father she's not thriving in our home and we don't want to see her suffer without the attention and the love and the outdoor activities that she deserves and so much more.
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Patience

American Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Hi my name is Patience and looking for a loving home. very playful. I love to cuddle. I even use the bathroom outside. I love kids. And very patient when receiving snacks. Im loving and looking for someone who will love me the same.
We'll also keep you updated on Pepper's adoption status with email updates.
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Pepper

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Pepper been with us for 6 years and it’s pain us to let him go due to recent discovery that our daughter is allergic to dogs. Pepper is well taken care of and updated with his shots. Also he’s potty and alert you when something is wrong. Most importantly he’s there when you have a long day. He’s not just a dog but family.
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Princess

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Puppy
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
She is so sweet and she loves to run around and play. She loves her treats and squeaky toys. We love her so much and I am so heartbroken to see her go but my husband has been hospitalized 3 times since we had her and can't return home until I rehome her and have my house deep cleaned.
We'll also keep you updated on Goldie's adoption status with email updates.
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Goldie

English Bulldog

Female, 5 yrs 3 mos
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is "Goldie". Goldie is about 90% an English Bulldog and the rest maybe American Bully. She has all the characters of an English Bulldog. Goldie is about 5 years and 3 months old and weighs about 46 pounds. Goldie comes to us with a sad story. Goldie and 2 other dogs (not related) were left behind in an apartment because their owners had no means to take care of them any longer. Someone did take the dogs from the apartment but had no place of his own to go with them. So he was desperate to find a place for these dogs. This is where we came in. We took Goldie. The other 2 dogs were taken by another rescue. All 3 dogs were not starving and they were in good health. Goldie was a little confused at first, understandably so. She is doing much better. Goldie is a sweet dog and she even looks sweet! She is calm, she sits when told and she gives her paw when asked. Goldie is a very good dog. In fact, Goldie is a great dog! Goldie gets along with other dogs and it looks like she gets along with cats. In Goldie's new home, children must be 14 years old or older. You MUST own your own home. You MUST own your own condo. Absolutely no apartments. Goldie came to us already spayed. She went to our veterinarian and she got her shots and tested negative for heartworm. To adopt from us, you MUST have a veterinarian reference. We will not place any animal without a veterinarian reference. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. Please do not contact us if you cannot abide by our adoption rules. The adoption fee for Goldie is $100.00 if you are the perfect family with an excellent veterinarian reference. No credit cards. If you are interested in Goldie, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com. You can meet Goldie on Saturday at Petco located at 201 Union Street in Waterbury during our adoption hours from 12:00 to 3:00. Goldie will be looking for you! IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS !
We'll also keep you updated on Patches's adoption status with email updates.
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Patches

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 11 mos
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Here is "Patches". Patches is a mixed breed (hound/lab mix). He is about 1 year and 11 months old and weighs about 50 pounds. Patches was abandoned near a pizza shop on Meriden Road in Waterbury. He was only a 4 month old puppy at the time. Patches is a great dog. He loves to run in the yard. Patches loves his crate! He comes with a brand new large crate. Patches would be better off in a home without cats because, when he sees a cat, he chases them! Patches would make a great family dog. In his new home, children must be 8 years old or older. Patches has been neutered, his shots are up to date, he tested negative for heartworm and he has been microchipped. You MUST own your own home preferably with a fenced in yard for Patches or Patches can be on a leash on a runner which we will supply. Absolutely no condos. Absolutely no apartments. To adopt from us, you MUST have a veterinarian reference in your own name. We will not place any animal without a veterinarian reference. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. Please do not contact us if you cannot abide by our adoption rules. The adoption fee for Patches is $350.00 firm. No credit cards. If you are interested in Patches, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com. Patches can be seen by appointment only. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Waterbury, Connecticut

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New England All Breed Rescue

Waterbury, CT 06702

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Nutmeg Rescue

45 Proctor Street, Waterbury, CT 06706

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rose Hope Animal Refuge

Rose Hope Animal Refuge C/O PETCO, 201 Union Street, Waterbury, CT 06706

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Highway to Love Transport

475 Bank St, Waterbury, CT 06708

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Waterbury Dog Pound

200 Municipal Road, Waterbury, CT 06708

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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New Rattitude - Connecticut

Waterbury, CT 06708

Pet Types: dogs

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Act Now Rescue New England

waterbury, CT 06708

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Little Lost Pup - CT transport stop

Waterbury, CT 06704

Pet Types: dogs

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Super Paws Rescue Inc

30 Woodglen Dr, 7c1, Waterbury, CT 06705

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, small animals

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Help Rescue - CT Chapter

Waterbury, CT 06705

Pet Types: dogs

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