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Puppies and dogs in West Haven, Connecticut

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in West Haven, Connecticut. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Kali

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young

New Haven, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, House-trained,

Story

Kali is 4 years old. Has been raised around young children including a new baby when she was a few months old. We got her as a new puppy. She is very gentle with the children. She is NOT a guard dog, loves company and wants to play with people. She does initially get excited when company comes but calms down fairly quickly. She may jump up but not aggressively, she wants hugs. I am sure she can be trained to not do that i just have not had the time to invest. She has never been aggressive but will bark at dogs walking by when outside in the yard. She hasn’t really been around many other dogs up close so I am not sure how she will interact with them. She is quiet in the house, rarely barking (she actually startles us when she does). She does try to “talk” when she wants something. She is house/crate trained. She sleeps in her crate most nights and often naps in there during the day (door left open) We are moving and i am working a LOT and just want her to have a happy home.

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Stella

Mutt

Female, Young

New Haven, 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,

Story

Stella is an absolutely wonderful love bug, approximately 2 year old english terrier mix. She is a lap dog for sure and wants to be right up on you. She is housetrained and walks on a leash well, she now barks at the door when she needs to go outside. She is super loving and friendly, loves people, kids and other dogs. She has not been introduced to cats. I have been fostering her for 4 months. She was adopted from a shelter in manchester connecticut that receives dogs from all over the country in kill shelters. Stella was there for months, originally coming up from south carolina, unknown history. She initially had some kennel cough and skin rash which both fully resolved with treatment quickly. I kept her for a bit longer than intended because she seemed unfamiliar with house living and didn't understand stairs. Now she flys up and down stairs and is fully comfortable in home life. She would love an energetic owner or family but she's very calm and happy to lay around.

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Lilly

Catahoula Leopard Dog Labrador Retriever

Female, Young

New Haven, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Dog belonged to my sister and was left with me she moved to FL where she can't have pets at her apartment however I work 11.5hr a day 5 days a week can do not have the time to provide this puppy. Lilly is only 2 years old vary sweet big cuddle bug loves making friends with other dogs. Shy at first but once she gets to know you your her life line. Best friends forever. She loves pig ears belly rubs and love to give hugs and kisses.

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Kirby

Cavachon

Female, Puppy

New Haven, CT

Size

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

Details

Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I live in an apartment so I wanted a dog that doesn't bark much and is trainable. Online it said that "Cavachons are friendly, affectionate, and playful dogs that have a moderate energy level, are adaptable to apartment living, and are relatively easy to train. Their coat is low-shedding and they don't like to be left alone for long periods." "They don’t tend to bark as much as other small dogs. Many people describe them as being quiet." Kirby is playful and affectionate, but she still nips sometimes when excited. Unlike what it said online, she has a pretty high energy level, she barks a lot when she wants your food or when you put her in her crate, and she has not proven to be very trainable because sometimes she pees every 20 minutes or so. My daughter was staying home with her all day but intends to go back to work. As much as we love Kirby, we know Kirby would not want to be home alone all day. She would do well with an experienced owner and companion dog to keep her company.

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Charlie

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, Puppy

New Haven, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

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

Story

adoption donation : $599 weight 38lbs Age 6 months Charlie is a sweet and friendly girl who loves everyone she meets. She was found abandoned at a truckstop in a rural part of Mississippi and luckily rescued by Wags. At the rescue, she is having a blast running and playing with all the dogs, she just loves other pups! In the house, she is mellow and chill and loves to follow her Foster Mom around. Charlie has been spayed and vaccinated and is ready to travel to the northeast as soon as the weekend of August 9th. Charlie is housebroken at Wags but like any rescue pup will likely need some training as she adjusts to a new home. She has beautiful and appeared to be a Catahola Leopard dog, very common in Mississippi and known to be very smart and loving dogs. Charlie is just the best, she will make a wonderful member of the family. Adoption donations are the only source of funding for the rescue. Adoption fee includes the transport from Mississippi, vaccines, microchip and spay and neuter. Most of our dogs are in Mississippi and come up by Transport, dogs are listed along the Transport route or in an area where we may have volunteers who can help transport the dogs. We do have some of our dogs in foster homes in the northeast, we always need foster homes! For more information on adopting any of our Wags dogs please email mariaeftimiades@yahoo.com July 24, 2025, 7:42 am

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Layne

Black Mouth Cur Labrador Retriever

Female, Young

New Haven, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

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

Story

adoption donation : $499 weight 50 lbs Age 3 years Layne is a beautiful 3-year-old, 50 lb golden pup who came to us pretty timid and scared of the world but has since gained a lot of confidence. She wants to be loved and give love in return. Layne lives with other dogs, kids and a baby. She is a sweetheart and a quiet girl—she is the only dog in the house who does not bark at the mailman! Layne loves to run in the yard and watch the birds fly by so a fenced yard is preferred. She adores loves playing fetch and treat time. She loves romping around the yard with her four-legged foster brothers and would love a canine companion! Layne does well with senior dogs as well. Layne also has a foster brother, Puddles, who is her very best buddy so if an adopter was potentially looking for two dogs they would be a perfect pair! Layne is the quintessential family dog, she is gentle and loving and will make a wonderful member of the family. For more information on adopting Layne please email ramellakwolek@gmail.com June 22, 2025, 7:29 am

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Dog shelters and rescues in West Haven, Connecticut

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in West Haven, Connecticut. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Loyal Companions Animal Rescue

New Haven, CT 06516

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Green Fur Kidz, Inc.

PO Box 16684, West Haven, CT 06516

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Pups Without Partners

39 Wharton Street, West Haven, CT 06516

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Animal Rescue Kingdom (A.R.K) - New Haven,CT Transport Stop

New Haven, CT 06519

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Pack Leaders Rescue of Orange CT

55 Boston Post Rd, Orange, CT 06477

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Wags of Monroe County - CT Transport Stop

18 Sylvan Lane, New Haven, CT 06501

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

K9 Training at Homeward Bound - CT Transport Location

New Haven, CT 06501

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter

81 Fournier Street, New Haven, CT 06511

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Rebound Hounds CT

New Haven, CT 06511

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

CT Russell Rescue

New Haven, CT 06512

Pet Types: dogs

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

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Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

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