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Photo of Zeek URGENT NO FEE

Zeek URGENT NO FEE

Siberian Husky

Male, Adult
Manchester, NH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. PENDING:  Do Not Apply for a pet with PENDING in the name bar.  They have been matched with a home, but not adopted yet. Harley and Zeek are adult siberian huskies. They were dumped in a neighborhood in Atlanta Ga and a previous adopter picked them up.  She can NOT keep them. They are going out of the country in 7 days and she does NOT want to take them to a high kill shelter. They are beyond capacity and these two will be euthanized on intake.  They will be vaccinated dewormed and heartworm tested.  There is no fee for adoption. Looking for someone to take one or both of them. They are both super friendly and get along well with children. They will only be available until Oct 4 . They will go to the county shelter on the 5th. Please open your heart and home to a dog in danger.   Thank you for choosing rescue! We are volunteers with other commitments in addition to rescue. Our time is very limited. Therefore, we request a  $20.00  donation through paypal in order to process and expedite your application. This shows that you are truly interested in adoption. Your application will remain on file for a year. Applications are available at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com under forms/application. Donation should be made through Paypal at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com. We are only available by phone after you have an approved application. All pets are located in the southeast. Transport is available to the NE for an additional $300.00 transport fee. We do not adopt in MA, RI due to import laws. Residents MUST pick up in CT. All dogs over 8 months will be spayed or neutered and heartworm tested. All dogs and puppies have been vaccinated,microchipped, dewormed and treated for other parasites. Please read the FAQ on our website for additional information. Adoption fees are cash or money order only. We try to find best match for each of our pets and do not adopt on first applied basis. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. ***PLEASE check the profile and our website for any questions you may have. Questions that have information posted will not be answered.***  September 28, 2023, 9:54 pm
Photo of Harley Quinn URGENT NO FEE

Harley Quinn URGENT NO FEE

Siberian Husky

Female, Adult
Manchester, NH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. PENDING:  Do Not Apply for a pet with PENDING in the name bar.  They have been matched with a home, but not adopted yet. Harley and Joker are adult siberian huskies. They were dumped in a neighborhood in Atlanta Ga and a previous adopter picked them up.  She can NOT keep them. They are going out of the country in 7 days and she does NOT want to take them to a high kill shelter. They are beyond capacity and these two will be euthanized on intake.  They will be vaccinated dewormed and heartworm tested.  There is no fee for adoption. Looking for someone to take one or both of them. They are both super friendly and get along well with children. They will only be available until Oct 4 . They will go to the county shelter on the 5th. Please open your heart and home to a dog in danger.   Thank you for choosing rescue! We are volunteers with other commitments in addition to rescue. Our time is very limited. Therefore, we request a  $20.00  donation through paypal in order to process and expedite your application. This shows that you are truly interested in adoption. Your application will remain on file for a year. Applications are available at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com under forms/application. Donation should be made through Paypal at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com. We are only available by phone after you have an approved application. All pets are located in the southeast. Transport is available to the NE for an additional $300.00 transport fee. We do not adopt in MA, RI due to import laws. Residents MUST pick up in CT. All dogs over 8 months will be spayed or neutered and heartworm tested. All dogs and puppies have been vaccinated,microchipped, dewormed and treated for other parasites. Please read the FAQ on our website for additional information. Adoption fees are cash or money order only. We try to find best match for each of our pets and do not adopt on first applied basis. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. ***PLEASE check the profile and our website for any questions you may have. Questions that have information posted will not be answered.***  September 28, 2023, 9:54 pm
Photo of NATASHA AND STEVE BONDED PAIR

NATASHA AND STEVE BONDED PAIR

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Salem, NH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Natasha (Tasha) Steve are two very sweet little chihuahuas who have always been together.  They are extremely bonded and do everything together.  They sleep and eat together and are always looking for each other.  They are both 3 years old and weigh 7-8lbs.  This lovely pair will make a great addition to a home looking for 2 dogs.  They are good with the other dogs in their foster home and OK with cats.  If you are interested in adding 2 little sweethearts to your family please consider Tasha and Steve.  They are spayed/neutered, current on all shots and microchipped.  To be considered for their forever family and to request an application please contact Vivienne at viviennejames@comcast.net.  APPROVED APPLICATION AND ADOPTION REQUIRED.  (Tasha and Steve are currently in Tennessee but can be transported north upon adoption.) September 28, 2023, 10:14 pm
Photo of STEVE AND NATASHA BONDED PAIR

STEVE AND NATASHA BONDED PAIR

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Salem, NH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date, House-trained,
Story
Natasha (Tasha) Steve are two very sweet little chihuahuas who have always been together.  They are extremely bonded and do everything together.  They sleep and eat together and are always looking for each other.  They are both 3 years old and weigh 7-8lbs.  This lovely pair will make a great addition to a home looking for 2 dogs.  They are good with the other dogs in their foster home and OK with cats.  If you are interested in adding 2 little sweethearts to your family please consider Tasha and Steve.  They are spayed/neutered, current on all shots and microchipped.  To be considered for their forever family and to request an application please contact Vivienne at viviennejames@comcast.net.  APPROVED APPLICATION AND ADOPTION REQUIRED.  (Tasha and Steve are currently in Tennessee but can be transported north upon adoption.) September 28, 2023, 10:14 pm
Photo of JOJO

JOJO

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, Adult
Manchester, NH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. PENDING:  Do Not Apply for a pet with PENDING in the name bar.  They have been matched with a home, but not adopted yet. JoJo is an adorable friendly 8 lb biewer. She is 7 years old. She needs a human who is home most of the time. She does not like to be left alone. She gets along well with other dogs. She likes to chase cats. She has been vetted completely including a dental. She is wee wee pad trained and does NOT potty outside and does not walk on a leash. She is located in the south.   Thank you for choosing rescue! We are volunteers with other commitments in addition to rescue. Our time is very limited. Therefore, we request a  $20.00  donation through paypal in order to process and expedite your application. This shows that you are truly interested in adoption. Your application will remain on file for a year. Applications are available at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com under forms/application. Donation should be made through Paypal at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com. We are only available by phone after you have an approved application. All pets are located in the southeast. Transport is available to the NE for an additional $300.00 transport fee. We do not adopt in MA, RI due to import laws. Residents MUST pick up in CT. All dogs over 8 months will be spayed or neutered and heartworm tested. All dogs and puppies have been vaccinated,microchipped, dewormed and treated for other parasites. Please read the FAQ on our website for additional information. Adoption fees are cash or money order only. We try to find best match for each of our pets and do not adopt on first applied basis. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. ***PLEASE check the profile and our website for any questions you may have. Questions that have information posted will not be answered.***  September 28, 2023, 9:54 pm
Photo of Brandi

Brandi

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Seabrook, NH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Shots are up-to-date, House-trained,
Story
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Shelters & rescues in New Hampshire

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Sullivan County Humane Society

14 Tremont St, Claremont, NH 03743

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Barking Dog Farm Rescue

Croydon, NH 03773

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Wags and Wiggles Rescue

PO Box 106 Newport, NH 03773, 51 John Stark Highway, Newport, NH 03773

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C.R.A.C.K.S.

221 Weeks Road, Charlestown, NH 03603

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Saved By Grace Animal Rescue - NH

Goshen, NH 03752

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Ozark Mutts and Stuff, Inc N.H

Alstead, NH 03602

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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DO-Good Dog Rescue - NH Chapter

40 Cooks vill road, Plymouth, NH 03260

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Upper Valley Humane Society

300 Old Route 10, Enfield, NH 03748

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PapAdopters - New Hampshire

Grafton, NH 03240

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Spring Branch Rescue - Hanover NH transport

Hanover, NH 03755

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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