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Defenders of Animal, Inc.

To defend the inalienable rights of both companion animals and wildlife through education, legal and legislative activism.

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Website
http://defendersofanimals.org
Phone
(401) 461-1922
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Email
dennis@defendersofanimals.org
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Tyga & Nikki

Chihuahua/Dachshund

Female, 8 yrs 6 mos
Providence, RI

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The state of Rhode Island

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Home Check
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

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Buffy

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Tee

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Vera Vee

Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
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PUPPY CALISTA

Australian Shepherd

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Sweetie

Boxer/Dachshund

Female, Puppy
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