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Brisket

Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult
Portsmouth, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Brisket is an Australian Shepherd mix with a big heart and lots of personality. We adopted him in 2019 when he was around 2 years old. He’s a loyal dog who loves being close to his people. He is big on cuddling and showing his affection. He would do best in a home with only adults or older children who can give him the focus he enjoys, without increasing anxiety. He loves to play frisbee, go for walks, and lay out in the shade. For his breed, he does enjoy laying low and relaxing.Brisket is house-trained and smart, with tons of potential to continue to grow with additional training. Affectionately known as our “alarm,” he’ll happily let you know when someone is approaching the door. Due to frequent military moves, busy young children, and changing schedules, we’re hoping to find him a stable, loving home where he can truly shine and get the attention he deserves.
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Sniggle-Fritz

Australian Shepherd Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
Wakefield, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. To apply to adopt this dog now, complete our adoption application   HERE To see our upcoming events where you can meet some of our dogs, please see   HERE   Age: 8 Months (est. as of 8/24/25) Weight: 47.2 lbs. (est. as of 8/24/25) This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped. Sniggle-Fritz is a sweet playful young lady! She is described as an Aussie/Doodle mix and has a beautiful Chocolate colored coat. She loves to run around and play for an hour or two a day and then is happy to chill with her people. She is said to get along with all adults, children, dogs she lives with and new pups that she meets. She loves to play tug of war, chase and enjoys some bitey mouth play with her pup friends. Sniggle-Fritz is not overly interested in smaller animals, has met cats and was able to be redirected. She does very well in her crate and is used to sleeping there at night. She is still working on perfecting her housetraining but has been keeping her crate clean and has not had any accidents in her foster home. Sniggle-Fritz rides well in a car (in a crate or loose) and walks well on a leash. She is making great progress for a young dog and would benefit from continuing her obedience training. She enjoys a good game of fetch, squeaky toys, meeting new people and cuddling. What an all around great pup she is!! Sniggle-Fritz has lived in a home with a lot of different people coming and going and did very well. She seems like she would be a great addition to any family and this sweet gal is ready to meet her people!  Some of her background: She was the last of a litter of puppies to be adopted and was taken in by a household of 3 older ladies who loved her. They unfortunately ended up having some health issues and felt that they could no longer care for her and had no other choice but to surrender her. She did live with them for a while and was fully integrated into the household. She was also described as a perfect houseguest by her interim foster home where she stayed for a couple of days. Sniggle-Fritz is said to know some commands like:  “sit, lay & amp; get ready (to go into her crate)”. She also loves to play fetch and knows “go” to get what is thrown, although she still needs a little polish on “give it” but she is super smart and should learn that quickly.   An adoption donation is required for each adoption; please see   HERE   for more information about this. To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website:   Adoption Application - SOS Animal Rescue League in Rhode Island (sosarl.org)   **Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 12, 2026, 12:18 pm
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Jolina Segura

Australian Shepherd

Female, 5 mos
Warwick, 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
Meet Jolina Jolina is a 4-month-old white Australian Shepherd mix with a gentle spirit and a playful, loving personality. Jolina is deaf, but she navigates the world with curiosity and resilience, using her eyes and heart to connect with everything around her. She is a sweet, affectionate puppy who loves being near her people and soaking up attention. Jolina enjoys playtime, exploring, and following along with what’s going on around her. Because she is still learning how the world works, she would do best in a home with another confident, well-adjusted dog who can help guide her and build her confidence. Jolina is incredibly intuitive and eager to learn. With consistency, structure, and positive reinforcement, she will continue to grow into a well-rounded and devoted companion. She may experience the world differently, but she is just as loving, smart, and capable as any other puppy. If you’re ready to open your home to a special girl with so much love to give, Jolina is waiting to meet you If you are interested in adopting this dog please complete the adoption application at www.rhodehomerescue.org/adoption-form to become a pre-approved adopter.   If you were already approved through Rhode Home Rescue within the last 6 months, contact us today! Be sure to check our Facebook page "Rhode Home Rescue" for details on upcoming events and other announcements.May 12, 2026, 1:44 pm
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Colton

Australian Shepherd Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello, our names are Carson (m), Bridger (m), and Colton (m). We are the cutest, sweetest, funniest, silliest babies you have ever met. We are like watching a three ring circus never knowing who is going to do what. But, the more you laugh, the sillier we are. We are not bonded siblings. We live with other rescue pups. Here at my foster mom's place, there are adult dogs, cats & kittens, a horse and a rooster. She has a creek running through the property which is good because we LOVE water. Our lives began in a rural community. The man who owned my parents was not responsible. So, here we are. But the bad part is, he could not hardly pay for food, vetting our three boys, or fixing our parents. He could not even give us flea/ tick prevention or heartworm prevention for our parents. The kind lady who was notified about us took us into her rescue. Today we are fed, full vetting is being done, flea/ tick prevention along with heartworm prevention is being given. I would like to have a family who is active, likes the water, goes for walks, hiking, camping, snuggling and car rides. Please request an application from alittlelonger2home@gmail.com. When you receive the application please fill out completely to include your three references email addresses. The references cannot be related to you. See you soon, I am waiting. Colton Male Not neutered Breed: Aussie/ Lab mix Age 15 weeks old (As of 05/19/2025) Weight: 18lbs Color: Yellow & white & Black Great with people, older children, dogs/ puppies, cats/ kittens, a horse, and a rooster Adoption donation $495
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CARTER (DROP DEAD GORGEOUS!)

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
Wakefield, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
CARTER***CONTACT KAT katkylabrescue@gmail.com CARTER IS A GORGEOUS 2 YR. OLD, 48 LB. AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD, ONE "GREAT" FELLOW. DON'T PLAN ON KEEPING YOUR HEART WHEN YOU MEET CARTER BECAUSE WITHIN MINUTES YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS LOVING, FUN, HAPPY LITTLE GUY WE DID!!! HE IS INDEED A "TRUE COMPANION" A PUP WHO BONDS STRONGLY WITH HIS OWNER, DEVOTED AND SO LOVING. THE FIRST THING YOU WILL NOTICE AND IT TRULY GOES WITHOUT SAYING IS WHAT A BEAUTIFUL FELLOW HE IS. THE FIRST THING YOU WILL NOTICE IS "THAT COAT" IT IS A MYRIAD OF STRIKING COLORS, DARK FUDGE CHOCOLATE ACCENTED WITH SPARKLING GLACIER WHITE HIGHLIGHTING HIS CHEST, FACE AND PAWS, IN FACT IT LOOKS LIKE CARTER WALKED THROUGH SOME VERY WET WHITE PAINT!!! HIS COAT IS FLUFFY SO SOFT YOU WILL WANT TO PAT THIS ADORABLE FELLOW ALL DAY AND AS MUCH AS CARTER ADORES ATTENTION AND AFFECTION THIS IS JUST FINE WITH HIM. ONE LOOK AT CARTER'S FACE AND YOU'LL BE A GONNER, HIS EYES WILL MAKE YOU MELT, THEY ARE A DARK GOLDEN COLOR WITH A TRUE "LOVE ME" EXPRESSION IMPOSSIBLE NOT TO. HE IS A HAPPY, PLAYFUL, FUN LITTLE FELLOW WHO WILL GREET YOU WITH A SOFT, KIND EXPRESSION ON HIS FACE A PUP WHO'S TRUE HAPPINESS IS BEING WITH THOSE WHO LOVE HIM. CARTER IS PUP WHO'S OWNER IS ONE WHO IS WANTING A TRUE COMPANION A "BEST FRIEND" IF CARTER IS WITH YOU HE'S HAPPY. WHATEVER YOUR DAY CALLS FOR IS FINE WITH CARTER JUST INVITE HIM TO COME ALONG. HE WOULD ADORE AN EARLY MORNING WALK, STAYING CLOSE BY YOUR SIDE, ENJOYING THE DAY, ENJOYING LIFE. HE WOULD BE A DELIGHTFUL WALKING OR JOGGING BUDDY, THIS PUP IN MOTION IS TRULY BEAUTIFUL TO WATCH, HIS COAT ACTUALLY LOOKS LIKE FEATHERS BLOWING IN THE BREEZE WHEN CARTER MOVES. IF YOUR WEEKEND CALLED FOR A GET-A-WAY TO YOUR CABIN IN THE MOUNTAINS CARTER WOULD SPEND THE DAY EXPLORING NEW TRAILS, DIVING IN THE BIGGEST FLUFFY SNOW BANK HE COULD FIND, AND IF YOU BROUGHT ALONG A FEW FRIENDS AND THEIR DOGS THE MORE THE MERRIER AS FAR AS CARTER IS CONCERNED. HE ENJOYS THE COMPANY OF OTHER DOGS HIS ONLY REQUEST IS THAT THEY WILL PLAY WITH HIM AND CARTER LOVES TO PLAY!!(HE'S EVEN FINE WITH CATS). THERE IS ANOTHER PART TO THIS GORGEOUS FELLOW'S PACKAGE AND YOU WILL NOTICE IT AFTER SPENDING ONLY A SHORT TIME WITH CARTER THE AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD IS ONE OF THE SMARTEST OF BREEDS AND BOY CARTER HAS SMART COVERED. HE IS A VERY ALERT FELLOW SHOW CARTER SOMETHING NEW AND HE WANTS TO KNOW WHAT IT IS AND WHAT IT DOES, THE POTENTIAL FOR CARTER IS HUGE!! AT DAYS END WHEN YOU SIT TO WATCH A SLOW EASY SUNSET YOU WOULD FIND CARTER CURLED UP AS CLOSE TO YOU AS HE CAN GET, RESTING THAT GORGEOUS HEAD RIGHT IN YOUR LAP, CONTENT AND HAPPY, HE IS WITH THE MOST IMPORTANT PERSON IN THE WORLD TO HIM--YOU!!! AFTER SPENDING TIME WITH CARTER WE FEEL HE WOULD BE DREAM COMPANION FOR A SINGLE GUY OR GIRL, A COUPLE OR A FAMILY WITH GENTLE CHILDREN WHO WOULD ADORE HAVING A NEW BEST FRIEND TO PLAY WITH. CARTER ONLY HAS ONE REQUEST AND HIS EYES TOLD US THIS THE FIRST TIME WE SAW HIM HE WANTS TO BE SOMEONES CHERISHED COMPANION, TO BE A PART OF SOMEONES LIFE. HE JUST WANTS TO KNOW THAT WHEN HE CURLS UP ON HIS BIG, SOFT BED AT NIGHT HE WILL RECEIVE A PAT AND HEAR THE WORDS "CARTER WE LOVE YOU" SPOKEN BY HIS NEW FAMILY AND THIS GENTLE, LOVING, HAPPY FELLOW WILL LIFT HIS HEAD, BLINK THOSE GORGEOUS EYES, WAG HIS "PLUME" TAIL AND WE KNOW THIS IS HIS WAY OF SAYING "I LOVE YOU TOO" HE WILL CLOSE HIS EYES, DRIFT OFF TO SLEEP CONTENT AND HAPPY HIS WISH HAS BEEN GRANTED HE HAS HIS FAMILY AND IS LOVED!!! IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW TO SUBMIT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION WHICH IS THE FIRST PLACE TO START TO ADOPT ONE OF OUR RESCUE DOGS, PLEASE *** CONTACT KAT katkylabrescue@gmail.com ***FOR AN APPLICATION. CARTER IS WITH HIS FOSTER FAMILY IN KENTUCKY HE WILL ARRIVE IN THE NEW ENGLAND AREA ON A PET TRANSPORT ONCE HE IS ADOPTED. HIS ADOPTION FEE IS $875. CARTER IS NEUTERED, CURRENT ON HIS VACCINATIONS, HE IS HEARTWORM NEGATIVE, ON HIS MONTHLY HEARTWORM PREVENTATIVE, DEWORMED AND ON FRONTLINE FOR FLEAS AND TICKS
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Powder -(local) Special Needs

Australian Shepherd

Male, 6 mos
Barrington, RI
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
Meet Powder: A Special Pup with a Joyful Spirit who is proof that resilience comes in the sweetest, wiggliest packages.This boy was surrendered to a shelter in TN alongside his brother, where they waited weeks for help. Despite being both visually and hearing impaired, Powder never lost his spark—and when PAWS said yes, his next chapter finally began.Now settling into his New England foster home, Powder is showing everyone just how capable—and lovable—he truly is.What Makes Powder Special--Powder is deaf and visually impaired, though he does appear to have some limited sight. He’s already learning to navigate his environment and grows more confident every day. Most importantly—he doesn’t let anything slow him down.He’s a happy, active puppy who:-Loves playing with other dogs-Enjoys exploring and staying busy-Brings a fun, goofy energy wherever he goesLike many young pups, Powder would currently rather play than focus—but he’s just at the beginning of his learning journey. His foster is working on hand signals and helping him build confidence step by step.Powder’s Perfect Home-He will thrive with a family that understands his unique needs and is ready to help him succeed:-A friendly, well-adjusted resident dog who enjoys playtime-A fenced yard where he can safely explore-A patient, committed adopter willing to continue training using positive reinforcement and hand signals-Experience with—or openness to learning about—special-needs dogsPowder may experience the world a little differently, but his ability to love, play, and connect is just as big as any other puppy’s.He’s a resilient, joyful little soul who is ready to form a deep bond with someone willing to guide him through life with patience and compassion.If you’re ready to open your heart to a truly special pup, Powder is ready to meet you. Sometimes the dogs who need a little extra give back so much more.Apply today to give Powder the forever home he deserves.Name: Powder (Local)Breed: Australian ShepherdSex: MaleAge: 6 months  (estimated as of 5/8/26)Weight: 35 lbs as of 5/8/26Spayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: Too young to testMicrochipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:Good with Children: Yes they will need to be over the age of 7 with dog experienceGood with Dogs: YesGood with Cats: UnknownAdoption Fee: $550.00  (includes transport fee when applicable)Location of dog currently:    Rhode Island IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south & New England.  Adoption donations cover pre-adoption veterinary 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 INFORMATIONPaws 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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11.6 miles

Save One Soul Animal Rescue League

PO BOX 498, Wakefield, RI 02880

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13.2 miles

Rhode Home Rescue

Warwick, RI 02889

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13.7 miles

KLR NORTH EAST - RI Transport

Wakefield, RI 02879

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13.8 miles

Carlton Rescue - Operation Puppy Love

Warren, RI 02885

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15.1 miles

PAWS NEW ENGLAND

Barrington, RI 02806

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18 miles

Small Dog Rescue of New England Inc.

Cranston, RI 02920

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18 miles

Furbaby Ranch - Rhode Island Transport

Coventry, RI 02816

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22.6 miles

Dixie Girl Dog Rescue RI Transport Stop

Johnston, RI 02919

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26.9 miles

Beebe Humane Society RI Transport

Email Only, Greenville, RI 02828

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32.7 miles

Furbaby Ranch NH

Plainfield, CT 06374

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