Schnauzer puppies and dogs in Gardner, Massachusetts

Meet Alamo and Margo! An inseparable duo currently in Chicago, IL, featuring Alamo, a gentle almost eight-year-old Schnauzer/Shepherd mix, and Margo, an affectionate six-year-old purebred Pug, who are searching for a loving family to welcome them together. Alamo is a mellow, 50-pound gentleman with a heart of gold! He may be shy during his first day with new people, but give him a little patience, and he'll become your loyal best friend. This sweet boy enjoys peaceful walks and off-leash adventures. He appreciates a consistent diet and brings a wonderfully calming presence wherever he goes. Margo, his adorable 20-pound companion, is a certified velcro dog! This affectionate girl believes the greatest place on earth is curled up beside her favorite person. She's playful, food-motivated, and always ready to share some snuggles! After completing professional training, her leash manners have improved significantly, although she's continuing to practice staying calm around certain dogs so continued positive reinforcement will help her thrive. Together, these two make a delightful team! Both Alamo and Margo absolutely love doggy daycare, where they enjoy socializing, playing, and making friends with other dogs. They're wonderful with canine companions off leash and have also lived harmoniously with a cat. They are house-trained, crate-trained, neutered and spayed, microchipped, and current on vaccinations. They know impressive commands, including sit, stay, wait, spin, and paw! They also sleep comfortably in their crates, settle peacefully when alone, and enjoy car rides. Their compatibility with children hasn't been established. Alamo and Margo would flourish with a family who appreciates their special bond and can provide a quieter neighborhood or a yard for exploring. Margo needs regular facial fold cleaning and dental care, while both benefit from routine grooming. They'll arrive with their crates, harnesses, and familiar supplies, plus transition support to help everyone settle comfortably! With Alamo's gentle companionship and Margo's endless affection, this bonded pair offers twice the love, twice the personality, and countless heartwarming moments. Could your family be the next chapter in their beautiful story together? To learn more about adopting Alamo and Margo together, contact adopt@joyfulpets.com! Content Notice: This pet is represented by Joyful Pets. All photos, descriptions, and behavioral summaries are proprietary and may not be republished, altered, or used by third-party platforms. Any unapproved aggregation or rewriting of this listing is strictly prohibited.

Meet Olive the Outgoing and Energetic! If life is a party, Olive is the girl who shows up ready to make it unforgettable! She's confident, full of personality, and always curious about what's happening around her. Whether she's meeting new friends or exploring an unfamiliar place, Olive has a way of making ordinary moments a little more entertaining. Looking for a four-legged companion to share life's adventures? Olive might be your girl! Watch her video and get to know this charming little social butterfly!https://youtu.be/eFXM-CIAqaA Olive absolutely loves other dogs! She's happiest when she has a friend to chase, wrestle, and enjoy a good game with. Her play style is enthusiastic and rough-and-tumble, so she'd especially enjoy a confident canine companion who appreciates lively games and can communicate boundaries. She regularly plays with a smaller dog in her foster home and has also enjoyed spending time with larger dogs after getting acquainted. Olive is comfortable sharing toys and attention, making her a promising match for a home with a compatible furry sibling. Olive would thrive with a family that enjoys an active lifestyle and can provide daily exercise, enrichment, and opportunities to explore. She's continuing to develop her leash manners, especially when other dogs catch her attention. With patient guidance, positive reinforcement, and consistent practice, she can keep building the skills needed for more relaxed walks. Olive is already familiar with family life! She currently lives in a foster home with children and has done well sharing her space with them. A household with older, dog-savvy kids, ideally ages 10 and up, could be a wonderful fit. She's also comfortable with her crate routine, accepts handling well, and has demonstrated polite behavior around food. Wondering about cats? Olive met a cat during her assessment and showed playful curiosity. A confident, dog-savvy cat who is comfortable establishing boundaries could be a potential match with thoughtful introductions and supervision. Apartment living may also be an option, provided her family can meet her exercise needs and continue practicing calm leash walks in shared spaces. One of Olive's most charming qualities is her independence. She enjoys companionship without needing constant attention and brings a fun, self-assured personality to the people around her. With a family who appreciates her individuality and is excited to help her continue learning, Olive has all the makings of a wonderful companion. Olive the Outgoing and Energetic is ready to find her people, make lasting memories, and discover what it means to be someone's very best girl. Could that someone be you? https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/6ad62d4ef4768254cc02bf4b 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 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 $1600 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 17,000 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.

All interested people should submit an adoption application as their first step. Where’s Waldo? I’m right here! Hi! I’m Waldo, a young, scruffy, big-eared guy weighing in at a perfect 25 pounds of pure puppy fun! We think I might have some Schnauzer in me, but honestly, nobody seems quite sure what my recipe is. I prefer to think of myself as 100% adorable with a generous helping of scruff. I am also NOT SHY. Like, not even a little. I love people! I see a new person and immediately think, “Oh good! Another friend!” I’m friendly, outgoing, and always ready to say hello. If you’re looking for a dog who needs a few weeks to warm up to you, that’s definitely not me. I’m ready to be your best friend approximately three seconds after meeting you. â¤ï¸ I have lots of puppy energy, so I’m looking for a family who likes to have fun. I LOVE playing with other dogs, and my dream roommate would be another young, energetic pup who wants to run, wrestle, chase and generally make questionable life choices together. I’m still young, so I should probably tell you that I’m a little mouthy. I like to put things in my mouth. Bones? Absolutely. Toys? Definitely. Something I probably shouldn’t chew? Well… that sounds like a challenge. My humans are helping me learn that not everything in the house is a chew toy. I also seem to be housebroken, so clearly I am capable of making excellent decisions sometimes. And can we talk about my ears?! They are BIG. Like, “Did you hear something three counties away?” big. They are one of my best features, although I have a pretty impressive scruffy face to compete with them. At 25 pounds, I’m the perfect size for pretty much everything—big enough for adventures and playtime, but small enough to fit right next to you when it’s time to relax. So, if you’re looking for a funny, friendly, energetic, scruffy young dog who loves people, loves dogs, has approximately 47% more personality than necessary, and comes equipped with his very own satellite dishes… Where’s Waldo? I’m right here! And I’m ready to go home. â¤ï¸  All pets adopted from GDHS are spayed or neutered, have vaccinations brought up to date, are on heartworm preventative (dogs), FIV/FELV tested (cats) and microchipped. The Greater Derry Humane Society does not have a physical shelter, and all visits are by appointment only. October 25, 2026, 3:49 pm

Armani, affectionately called Ari, is one of those little dogs who quietly steals your heart. At just 3 years old and 17 pounds, this sweet Schnauzer has discovered something entirely new in his life: what it feels like to be safe, loved, and part of a family. Ari spent most of his life living outside with an elderly couple who had taken in far more dogs than they could manage. When the local shelter became involved and asked for help, Critter Cavalry Rescue stepped in, and Ari finally found himself in a foster home. In only 12 days, this gentle little boy has made an incredible transformation. His foster mom, Taj, says he is wonderfully well behaved in the house and doesn't chew, steal, or get into things he shouldn't. He sleeps quietly through the night and is learning that a crate can be a safe and comfortable place. Even more touching, the frightened, shaking little dog who first arrived is beginning to greet his foster family and ask for affection. Ari is still learning how to relax and truly let himself become part of a family. New people can make him nervous, and he is learning to trust that the world is a safe place. But he is making progress every single day. He loves being near his people and will happily follow them from room to room, even if he hasn't quite decided that being a lapdog is his thing yet. One of Ari's greatest joys is playing with other dogs. He loves to run and romp in the yard until he is completely worn out, and then he is perfectly content to settle down for a peaceful rest. Because other dogs give him confidence and help show him the way, we believe he would thrive with a confident, playful canine companion in his new home. He is learning house manners, leash walking with a harness, and potty training, and his doggie friend is helping teach him the proper way to do things. Ari is a smart, gentle boy who is eager to please. He doesn't need someone to expect him to become confident overnight. He simply needs someone willing to give him patience, kindness, and the time to discover who he can become. In just 12 days, he has already shown us so much of his sweet personality. Imagine what the next few months could bring when this little boy finally knows, without a doubt, that he is home. Armani is fostered in Nashville, Tennessee and is ready to transport to the right family. If you think you might be the person who can help Ari finish the journey from a frightened little dog to a beloved family member, please write to Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrnewengland@gmail.com . PLEASE NOTE:  Our dogs are transported from Tennessee to meeting places in the states where we have posted.  Further information about us is given on our Adopt-A-Pet site.  The adoption fees vary and will be provided as well as noted on the application you receive.  Contact us at 615-661-5333 or ccrnewengland@gmail.com October 27, 2026, 4:21 pm