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Puppies and dogs in West Paterson, New Jersey

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Adopt a dog in West Paterson, New Jersey

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

Rottweiler Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos
Paterson, NJ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Welcome to the cereal crew. These little beauties were surrendered to the shelter and we took them under the stipulation that we would spay the mother. So we got all of the puppies. The mother is full blooded Rottweiler but we have no idea what the father is. These little guys are cute and full of love and fun. They just need a family to love them so they can have a good chance at being a family member of a nice family that they can give all of their love to as well. We do transport every weekend alternating between the Northeast and the Midwest. We use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport.
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Beckett

Goldendoodle Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Paterson, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Beckett is a happy go lucky fella who was born 12/22/2023. Mom was a Golden Doodle, dad was a secret agent from areas unknown! What we do know is he will medium/large when full grown and a great addition to any family! He is neutered, current on vaccines and preventions. He is working on potty training but it still a work in progress. A fenced yard is preferred. He is a mixed breed and no guarantee of being low-shed. Beckett is located in middle TN, but not to worry his transport is included in the adoption fee with Rescue Riders Transport to one of their delivery locations. We are happy to set up a virtual meet and greet with any approved application. Please contact us for more information or an adoption application.
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Jill

Goldendoodle

Female, 3 mos
Paterson, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jill is a sweet loving little thing. She loves attention and loves her belly rubs. She absolutely loves the water. She is non-shedding adorable little girl. Jill's mom is a registered Goldendoodle. She is spayed, chipped, up to date on all shots but she is not housetrained yet. She will make some lucky family a very sweet little furry new member of the family. Won't you be the first one to put in an application for adoption?
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Kitty

Labrador Retriever Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Paterson, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kitty is a sweet, approximately 6-month old lab/terrier mix that was found abandoned at a hunting camp in Northern Alabama. She has one beautiful light blue eye; and her coat is a dark, dark chocolate color. She was VERY skinny and very afraid of people initially when she was found, but very quickly warmed up to her foster parents and is a happy go lucky puppy at the house! Kitty LOVES other dogs and plays well with them. She is doing well with crate and house training but she is still very much a puppy and will need continued training with this! Kitty is learning to play with toys and enjoys being near her people. She can still be a little scared of strangers but she is not aggressive - she simply avoids them until she feels comfortable (which only takes a few minutes). Kitty currently weighs 19 pounds but needs to gain 2-3 more pounds to be at an ideal, healthy weight for her age. Fully grown, we think she will be 30-40 pounds but only time will tell! She has been spayed, vaccinated, dewormed, tested negative for heartworms, microchipped, and started on heartworm and flea prevention. Thank you for your interest in a Save a Stray pet. The first step is to complete an adoption application. https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Once the application is approved, a FaceTime will be set up for a virtual meet and greet. Since we are located in Mobile, AL, this will give you the opportunity to see the pet interact with other dogs, people, and see a bit of their personality. Transports leave every week alternating between the NE and the Great Lakes. We do use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport because they care about their animals on board.
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Jax

Pug Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 2 yrs
Paterson, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This fun boy was part of a forced surrender group but he shows no mean signs of his neglect. He is friendly and a lot of fun. He loves to play!! Definite terrier energy and a great boy to hang around with. He loves people and other dogs, although his barking to get others to play with him does tend to have the opposite effect. He is not mean and does well sharing. He likes any sort of toy but does have a short attention span with them. He would do well with any type of household but will need the basic training of being inside, we don’t think he was inside at all. He does spill his food out and will chew any bed given to him, it will take some time for him to get used to any of that. A house with kids that like to run and play would work great with him or any active family that can wear him out. He is a love and is waiting to share it all with a new family to call his own. We also use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport.
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Winter

Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Paterson, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This wonderful girl was part of a neglect case and was forcefully surrendered. She is such a sweetheart despite the hardship of her young life. She is friendly to everyone she meets and likes kidd. She does have the Aussie energy so will need an active family to keep her busy. She will also need all the basic general training as she was kept outside. We don't think she has ever been inside a house so it will be an adjustment for her, please be patient. She also spills her food as she was fed by having food thrown to her. She doesn't know what to do with a dog bed and is protective over any toy/treat she is given since she was never given these either. Any family will love the joy and smiles she brings as she is just happiness in a puppy body. We also use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport.

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Dog shelters and rescues in West Paterson, New Jersey

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

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Zani's Furry Friends NJ Outpost

Woodland Park, NJ 07424

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter Showcase

PO Box 212, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07512

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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John Nelsen Moosedog Rescue Fund-northeast

Cedar Grove, NJ 07009

Pet Types: dogs

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Angels of Animals

PO Box 534, Clifton, NJ 07013

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Save A Kitty Rescue -NY/NJ/CT area transport

Patterson, NY 07505

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue Riders Cooperative NY/NJ

Paterson, NJ 07505

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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A3M3, Inc dba CSE (Certified Safe Environments)

10 Robert Street, Paterson, NJ 07503

Pet Types: dogs

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Paws4Survival Rescue Inc. - New Jersey

Montclair, NJ 07043

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescuzilla - North Jersey

Montclair, NJ 07043

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Rescue Haven Foundation (formerly FernDog Rescue Foundation)

P.O. Box 266, Caldwell, NJ 07006

Pet Types: dogs

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