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Grayson

Mutt Mutt

Male, young
Warren, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Grayson is one of the sweetest boys on the planet and I am not biased. He wants to be loved and kissed and hugged and snuggled as much as you possibly can and then more. He weighs around 35-40 pounds depending on how much we get to walk. If he is so great why am I rehoming him? Well I am moving to Florida. My son moved out and into an apartment that doesn’t allow dogs. Where I am going to be living doesn’t allow dogs. It’s heartbreaking. I have cried long and hard trying to figure this out. I have begged everyone I know if they could take him. This is my last hope. I do not want a penny for him. He also will come with about $250 of food and a bin to store it in. Not to mention about 100 toys, leashes, and a 75 ft tie out. All I ask is that he gets the best home possible with lots of love. He is used to being loved hard. Please love him for me.
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Daxy

Rottweiler

Female, senior
Westport, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter,
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Duke Diebold

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Barrington, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Duke is an energetic and loving dog.Duke was picked up by a Good Samaritan in her neighborhood on the side of the road.He is looking for a great forever home! He would prefer a home with a privacy fence and he has been known to try to escape. He needs a doggie playmate as he loves to play and is full of energy. He does need someone with patience because he can be stubborn. Duke still has puppy like behavior, likes to chew.He does not have any aggression. He protects his yard, likes to intimidate strangers, but as soon as they get out of car, he just wants lovings. He does hunt small rodent type animals like rabbits, squirrels, chickens, so would not be good on a farm. Keeps the wild hogs out of foster moms yard. He even alerted foster mom to snake under Wheelchair ramp. All dogs in home are fed dry kibble and fed separately and he does well with that routine.Duke gets the zoomies a lot- it is very cute! He loves water….any creek, lake, anything like that but hates a bath in the tub. Likes to talk, rarely barks. Loves belly rubs. Thinks he’s a lap dog. He is not fed people food, does not beg for food, but is food motivated. He’s very smart and has been taught to “sit” and “down”. Working on recall, because he has poor recall when he sees a squirrel, possum, or anything rodent like. Kids at scout-arama loved petting Duke and Duke loved the attention. When out in public, people are impressed with how well behaved he is and how well he minds. Loves men and women equally!Duke is a great dog with a few rough edges. With proper training he will be an all star!Check out his videos!https://youtube.com/shorts/asaBAwsujy8?feature=sharehttps://youtube.com/shorts/kr7fXY-rNQg?feature=sharehttps://youtube.com/shorts/drPRZjV71ts?feature=sharehttps://youtube.com/shorts/tKm2MNMcNpA?feature=sharehttps://youtube.com/shorts/YtYM0KVPzjg?feature=shareName: Duke DieboldBreed: Pit Bull Terrier mixSex: MaleAge: 1 year old  (estimated)Weight: 63 poundsSpayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: on recent testingMicrochipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: YesGood with Dogs: YesGood with Cats: NoAdoption Fee: $500.00  (includes transport fee when applicable)Location of dog currently:  Texarkana Tx IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.  Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
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Sammy - LOCAL

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 6 yrs 10 mos
Barrington, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sammy has a long story to tell - too long if you ask us!Several years ago hee arrived at a shelter in Memphis, Tennessee as a stray. He had wounds all over his body, evidence of a tough past remain as scars on his legs, face, and ears. From there he went to an adoptive home who adored him but Sammy decided the newborn in the house was not his cup of tea - the family knew it was best to find him a home where he'd be more comfortable - he lived with a cat in his first home too and did great.Fast forward, we have had nothing but disappointment trying to find him a new home. He can meet dogs out and about but he's not loving them if they are in his face so an only dog home is what he needs. His foster has put together this fabulous checklist to help you fall in love with this senior handsome boy.Energy level: He is a couch potato that occasionally gets a burst of energy and has the zoomies. And when he sees his favorite humans he is so happy, wiggly and full of excitement. What we love: His snuggles and unconditional love.What he loves: Duck jerky. Be prepared, he is so loud when chewing them..no table manners. Peanut butter, cuddles, belly rubs, cuddles, leisurely walks, and relaxing on the porch.Independence level: Medium. His favorite place is going to be right by your side. Think of him as your shadow. What he knows: Sit, down, stay, here and pawWhat he’s working on: That every little knock doesn't mean someone is here. Dogs: No, but I still like other dogs. I sometimes misunderstand play for an attack and immediately defend myself because of my past. It doesn't mean that I want to attack other dogs. I only react if there’s strong physical contact by the other dog. Cats: Could make a solid sibling to a calm, well-adjusted kitty. May need to work with Sammy and your cat to make sure they’re comfortable with each otherKids: 11+, chill dog-savvy kids.House-trained: Yes, but he thinks he will melt if he has to go out in the rain. Crate-trained: Yes, will go in on his own terms and enjoys sleeping in it. If you want him to go in, that's another story. You will have to pick up the big lug and put him in it. When he is in there he is quiet and will sleep.Ideal home: A chill laid back home.Special Needs: Has hypothyroidism. He will need 2 pills a day, he takes them like a pro when hidden in peanut butter. Not an expensive medication at all.A couple of videos of me for you to view:https://youtube.com/shorts/2DLyw_tUAWU?feature=sharehttps://youtube.com/shorts/DixMpPuZ_WU?feature=shareName: SammyNicknames: Sam, Lazy BonesBreed: Pitbull mixSex: MaleAge: 6 year estimated Weight: 65 lbsSpayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: Negative (treated previously)Microchipped: YesLocation: New EnglandAdoption Fee: $250.00MPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.  Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
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Gravity - Local Boy

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos , Special Needs
Barrington, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention,
Story
Here's a great way to learn about this handsome guy! And if you would like to help with his day to day ""upkeep"" we'd love it! He's such a character and deserves all good things coming his way - but we'd really love a forever home for him.https://linktr.ee/defyinggravitypup?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=016450b9-40ab-46f6-9f57-95ba4d1f1a35Have you see this dog? Do you know what he's been through to get where he is today? If not, you should.Do not feel sorry for Gravity - he doesn't need it - with the exception of 1-2 needs he has, he's the same as any other dog and he has zero clue he's even the slightest bit different.Gravity can do everything most dogs do - he can run with his friends (See video), he can play with all his doggie friends, he can go to daycare if you need it. HE CAN DO ALMOST ANYTHING! Bet he even runs faster than some other dogs.Gravity turned 2 years old in June - this angel of a boy who almost didn't make it past 6 weeks of life- doesn't that speak to his resilience and his amazing personality - do you think you could use that in your life???Now his history!!Gravity came to us at 6 weeks of age when he was found by a Memphis family who saw him in a field dragging his little body along. Even at 6 weeks, he didn't give up. This wonderful family took him and contacted a local group there, All 4's Rescue League, true angels for the Memphis dogs. We of course wanted in on this little guy so we offered to take him into Paws New England and get him the veterinary care he needed.The orthopedic surgeon discovered that this teeny boy had a fractured spine and some lacerations to his actual spinal cord. He put him back together with external and internal fixations and the rehab began. He was with an amazing foster mom In Memphis, Denise, who watched every move he made while recovering - once PT was able to start it started with gusto and he took right to it. Rehab included acupuncture, laser therapy and lots of hard work on his part.Off to New England he came and his second foster mom, Lindsay, started him right in therapy again and this guy worked so hard as did she. Boston Animal Hospital saw him twice a week for the past year and it shows. We have sooooooo many photos we can share with you. You can of course speak to his caregivers at BAH to get updates if you'd like- go with him to a visit to see what it's all about. In short, if you want this boy in your life (and you should), we will offer you as much information as you can take in. There's nothing to hide here - he is what he is - an adorable boy - who, by the way, will let you dress him up in ridiculous outfits....He is wearing ankle braces when he's out and about socializing - keeps his ankles in good shape!!Now the one the thing that makes him different - he cannot go to the bathroom on his own - he has no sensation in his bladder or anus and therefore he has to be ""expressed"" several times a day. He literally stands there and lets it be done with zero issues. He wears a belly band in case he drips a bit. But look at it this way, he won't lift his leg and pee in your house!!! (Right - am I wrong??)Expressing a dog is not hard and once you get it down, it seriously takes just minutes (if that). You're done and he's back to being like every dog. Please don't let this stop you.This guy is what rescue is all about - it's what rescue was invested for - dogs like this who never gave up - so don't disappoint him.Name: GravityBreed: Crossbreed ShepherdSex: MaleAge: 2 years  Weight: 60 lbsSpayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: on recent testing: NegativeMicrochipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:Good with Children: He loves everyoneGood with Dogs: Yes - must have a playful fun dog in his home (preferably one that likes to dress up as well)Good with Cats: UnknownLocation of dog currently:   New EnglandIMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.  Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
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Gigi

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs
Barrington, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Gigi was found as a stray, a good Samaritan took her in temporarily and reached out to one of our Southern rescue partners, who in turn asked PAWS New England to help find Gigi her perfect new home.Gigi needs a home with an active lifestyle. Gigi is very sweet, playful, and very energetic, she needs a home that will take her on walks or play in the yard to get some of her energy out. Her best friend is her chicken plush toy that she loves to carry around. She plays hard and then takes a much needed rest.Gigi would benefit from a home that has experience with her breed, she has recently done some training and she is very smart and learns quickly. She would needs a person who will continue her training so she can be the best girl she can be. Gigi is crated when left alone, and will whine at first but settles quickly. She is house trained, and is very scheduled with when she goes out, that really helps with training. She loves riding in a car, she loves to put her nose out the window! No car sickness for this girl.Gigi seems to not been socialized in her past and her foster mom is doing slow introductions to the other dogs in her home. When she meets a new dog she seems to be standoffish, she does not like to be nose to nose with another dog. Part of the training she has recently completed has worked on socialization and she is doing very well. She will need a person who will continue training with her. If you are looking for a perfect dog to be an only dog in the home, Gigi is your girl.Check out her videos!!—Training Session: https://youtu.be/sb8ayl6lOpo—Walk w/ Dog: https://youtube.com/shorts/rqDTHdqC6ic?feature=share —Afternoon Stroll: https://youtube.com/shorts/RueuF4xJIEo?feature=share—Tug ‘O War: https://youtu.be/uiiBQsV-HZk—Getting a bum rub: https://youtube.com/shorts/HTaYITD7aAU?si=cAlWF-Da1can2Q25Name: GigiBreed: Pit Bull Terrier/CrossbreedSex: FemaleAge: 2 years 10 months  (estimated)Weight: 44 lbsSpayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: Negative on recent testingMicrochipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS: Good with Children: Over 12Good with Dogs: she is good with them but she prefers not to live with themGood with Cats: NoAdoption Fee: $500.00  (includes transport fee when applicable)Location of dog currently:  Memphis  TN  IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England.  Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Paws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.

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Animal Control center

593 Montaup St, Fall River, MA 02724

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Forever Paws Animal Shelter,Inc.

300 Lynwood St, Fall River, MA 02721

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Faxon Animal Rescue League of Greater Fall River

474 Durfee St., Fall River, MA 02720

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Project Safe Pet

Bristol, RI 02809

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Bristol Animal Shelter

10 Minturn Farm Road, Bristol, RI 02809

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Are We Home Yet?

Warren, RI 02885

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Warren Animal Shelter

Wood Street, Warren, RI 02885

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Town of Swansea Animal Shelter

68 Stevens Road, Swansea, MA 02777

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Barrington Partnership for Animal Welfare

Barrington, RI 02806

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PAWS NEW ENGLAND

Barrington, RI 02806

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