Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies and dogs in Gardner, Massachusetts

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If your cat has ever secretly wished for a dog of their own, Hank Roadtrip Teddy might be the answer. Hank is the ultimate cat-loving dog. He does not just tolerate cats—he genuinely enjoys living with them. His foster says he happily shares his water bowl with the cats in the house, which tells you quite a bit about this sweet teddy bear of a dog. Watch Hank Roadtrip Teddy’s video below to see his lovable personality, playful side, and family-friendly charm in action: Hank is affectionate, playful, and has one of those naturally lovable personalities that makes him easy to picture in all kinds of families. He does great with kids, is dog friendly, and lives happily alongside cats. He is a complete teddy bear—sweet, easy to love, and happiest when he gets to be part of whatever his people are doing. He has a wonderful balance of playful energy and easy companionship, making him the kind of dog who can enjoy the fun and then settle in close afterward. Hank is crate trained and is currently learning how to walk on leash. His foster is helping him build those skills, and he is already making progress. He is also a great car rider, which makes his name especially fitting. Hank would love a yard where he can play, but he would also be very happy with a family whose life includes walks, weekend outings, road trips, parks, family visits, and adventures where their dog gets to come along. Picture Hank hopping into the car for a Saturday adventure, spending the day exploring with his family, heading home tired and happy, and then settling in while his cat friends wander over to share the evening. That is the kind of life Hank Roadtrip Teddy seems made for. He is playful enough for the fun, affectionate enough to be your best buddy, social enough to share his world with kids, dogs, and cats, and lovable enough to make himself a very important part of the family. Hank Roadtrip Teddy is ready to find people who want more than just a pet. He is ready to be the dog who comes along for the ride, makes friends with the cats, loves the kids, and becomes part of all those everyday memories that turn into the best ones. Copy and paste the link below to view Hank Roadtrip Teddy’s profile on Animals First and learn more about adopting him. https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/6ac953d3c3804f8a15013ec1 If you think Hank Roadtrip Teddy is amazing you should check out his profile and adopt! Questions? Email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page! Before the adoption is finalized, you will meet your pet through a video call, creating a fun and personalized experience! The adoption fee is $1200 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship! We proudly have over 22,000 successful adoptions and excellent Google Reviews: https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about creating lasting matches between dog and family for long term success, and take the time to ensure each adoption is a fit through our matchmaking process. At our 2 acre Texas based property, we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group training and socialization play groups helping them stay confident, well rounded, and adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers are dedicated to each dog’s growth and we enjoy seeing their progress! We go above and beyond to ensure every animal receives exceptional care. Veterinarians consistently praise our medical standards. From routine care to advanced treatments, each dog receives personalized attention. Hard costs for a healthy dog range from $804-$920; heartworm-positive dogs or those needing specialized care can exceed $2,000+. Adoption fees help cover a portion of these expenses, but without government funding, we rely on fundraising to bridge the gap—ranging from $100–$1,000+ per dog. Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet. It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these SPECIAL PERKS: - Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on our staff to ensure the perfect fit for your family - Discounts on Embark DNA test kit- $30 off of Breed ID test or $50 off of Breed ID plus Health test - 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion - A free private online dog training session with GoodPup, plus low pricing for future sessions - Access to multiple dog trainers in your area, along with $40 off of your first session of in person dog training through Rover Training - 70% off of your first order of Fetch, a delicious PNW based fresh dog meatballs subscription - Coupons for a fun visit to Petco - 20% off of Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions - Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer - Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup! The Greater Houston area faces one of the highest stray and overpopulation rates in the U.S. We’re a nonprofit on a mission—to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs at risk, while promoting spay/neuter outreach in the community. When you adopt, you save more than one life—the one you adopted, and the space opened up to save another. Follow our journey and stay connected! 🌐 threelittlepittiesrescue.org 📘 facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue 📸 instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? APPLY TODAY and become a hero for pets in need! *Due to rising transportation costs, a $87 surcharge applies.* *DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed without DNA testing.* *NOTE- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.*

🐾 Meet Canela! 🐾 Name: Canela Age: 1 year old Gender: Female Weight: 64 lbs Size: Big girl, big heart! ❤️ Canela’s story is one of survival. We rescued her just minutes before she was scheduled to be euthanized at a high-kill shelter in South Texas, near the Texas–Mexico border. She was given a second chance, and now she’s ready to find the family she was always meant to have. Canela is a big, beautiful ball of energy with an even bigger personality! She is incredibly sweet, loving, smart, curious, playful, and adventurous. She loves being involved in everything her people are doing and is definitely a Velcro dog — if you’re there, she wants to be right there with you. ❤️ She LOVES to play, and water is one of her favorite things! Whether she’s running around, exploring, playing with her ball, or finding something fun to get into, Canela is always ready for her next adventure. She is leash trained, crate trained, and house trained, and she does well with kids. She also enjoys other dogs who can match her energetic and playful temperament. Now, let’s talk about her personality! 😂 Canela is not shy about asking for attention. She has a demanding little personality when it comes to getting love and attention, and she will absolutely let you know when she thinks it’s time to focus on her. She’s affectionate, people-oriented, and wants to be part of the action. And one very important Canela fact: She can jump ANY fence. And I mean ANY fence. 😂 Height does not seem to matter to this girl. Her future family will need to be extremely careful with fencing and have a secure plan to keep this adventurous escape artist safely contained. 🏡 Canela’s ideal home Canela needs an active home with people who understand and appreciate an energetic young dog. She would thrive with a family that enjoys outdoor adventures, playtime, exercise, and keeping their dog mentally and physically engaged. Her energy can be a lot if you’re expecting a calm couch potato — but if you’re looking for a fun-loving adventure buddy who will shower you with affection, Canela may be your girl. Once you get past her “I HAVE ENERGY AND I NEED YOU TO KNOW ABOUT IT!” personality, you’ll discover the most loving, loyal, affectionate girl. Canela has already fought hard for her second chance. Now she just needs someone who will give her the active, loving forever home she deserves. 🐾❤️ Could Canela be your next adventure buddy? Canela is spayed, heart worm negative, current on age-appropriate vaccinations, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention, microchipped, current on de-wormer, and will receive a clean bill of health from a licensed veterinarian prior to transport. PLEASE READ BELOW: To apply to adopt you can go to our website at: www.pawsitive-Impact-animal-rescue.org This animal is currently located in Texas, but we do NOT adopt animals out in Texas due to the hundreds of animals being euthanized here daily. We ONLY do adopt in Central US and the East Coast. The adoption fee listed ($495) INCLUDES transport from Texas to the Northeast. Transport goes to the following locations every 2-3 weeks: Albany, NY Port Chester, NY area Amenia, NY area Wells, VT and Brattleboro, VT Nashua, NH Willington, CT - Stamford, CT - Dayville, CT Steubenville, OH – Cincinnati, OH – Grove City, OH Grove City, PA and Washington, PA Ridgefield, NJ and Mt Laurel, NJ Emmitsburg, MD and Elkton, MD Falls Church, VA and Glenn Allen, VA We have happily adopted hundreds of animals this way (long distance), and we do our best to make sure the animal you are applying for is best fit for your home. With an approved application, we do put you in touch with the Texas foster who has the doggy for you to make sure the pup is the perfect fit

Meet Buddy – A Gentle Soul Looking for His Perfect Match! Buddy is a senior Ridgeback/Black Mouth Cur mix with a heart full of love and a personality that shines once he feels safe. He may be shy at first and take some time to decompress, but once he’s comfortable, his sweet and gentle nature comes through. Buddy absolutely loves other dogs and enjoys their company. He is both house-trained and crate-trained—in fact, his crate is his happy place! When left alone, he prefers the security of his kennel, and even when his humans are home, he often chooses to relax there with the door open. This lovable senior does well on a leash and would thrive in a quiet, low-energy home with a patient adopter who understands that he needs time to adjust. While he hasn't been around young children, his gentle nature suggests he would be great with them. We don’t know how he is with cats, but he gets along wonderfully with other dogs. Buddy’s favorite toys are anything soft and squishy, and he enjoys the simple comforts of companionship. He would be the perfect match for someone looking for a loving, loyal companion who doesn’t need a high-energy lifestyle. With patience and understanding, Buddy has so much love and potential to share. Are you the kind soul ready to give Buddy the forever home he deserves? To see more pictures and videos, copy and paste this link. To apply directly for Buddy click the "Apply for Adoption" button. https://www.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/FODS-A-601

This sweet pup was returned to the rescue at NO Fault of her own, her owner didn't have the time a young pup needs.    This entire litter of puppies were on the edge of being shot by there owner, The owener decided that he want to deal with puppies so he took them to a well known parking lot and said he was going to end their life. A good person in texas took them from him and reached out to us. We couldn't refuse but to take them in. Meet DAISY — a sweet 3-4 month old with the gentlest soul and the sweetest puppy eyes. SHe is the last of her litter to find her fur-ever home. Here’s what her foster says:  Gets along with other dogs  Sleeps through the night in her crate  Sweet, happy, and overall enjoyable!   Dog-friendly  Kid-friendly  Spayed, up to date on vaccinations and microchipped If your interested in making this baby apart of your family please apply fromalonetohomerescue.org ##2708544##

Abby was found along with her sister abandoned in an apartment complex in SW Houston. She is approx. 2 1/2 yrs old and weighs around 65lbs. She is a little shy first but then warms up quickly, she is house and crate trained but will need more positive reinforcement. She does get along with other dogs and walks well on a leash. She is spayed, current on vaccinations, dewormed, and microchipped. She has a clean bill of health. The adoption fee includes her transport to your area and she is being fostered in Houston TX. Please email us at alr.one.2007@gmail.com for an adoption application. https://youtube.com/shorts/22n8TDvvzVc?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/NtekGucyvqs?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/XvRWS_3gCCU?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/biWms92XLTs?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/LsHtdMdtjRY?feature=share