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Sandy Paws Rescue inc.

Animal rescue in Vineyard Haven, MA

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. is a 100% volunteer-run organization. We are primarily based on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard, with foster homes throughout Massachusetts, including the South Shore, Plymouth area, and Rhode Island. Unless otherwise noted, our dogs travel from the South to find loving homes here.

We do our best to respond to every inquiry, but due to high volume and our all-volunteer team, this is not always possible. We truly appreciate your patience and support of rescue work.

Sandy Paws Rescue does not have a physical location for visits.
We are a licensed Massachusetts rescue (License #0272) operating in full compliance with state regulations.

We strongly encourage Massachusetts residents to visit the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) website to understand the laws regarding animal importation and licensed rescues. It is essential to adopt only from licensed organizations to remain compliant with state law.

Important:
If you live in Massachusetts, it is illegal to pick up a dog in Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, or New Hampshire if the dog is traveling from the South.
All dogs must complete a minimum 48-hour quarantine at a Massachusetts-licensed organization or facility before entering a Massachusetts home.

Contact —
Email sandypawsrescueinquires@gmail.com
Phone (508) 552-4004
Website
Address
PO Box 1772
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
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Adoptable pets at Sandy Paws Rescue inc.

We'll also keep you updated on Cumulus's adoption status with email updates.
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Cumulus

Blue Heeler

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Vineyard Haven, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Indie's adoption status with email updates.
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Indie

Blue Heeler

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Vineyard Haven, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Cherry's adoption status with email updates.
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Cherry

Cairn Terrier

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Vineyard Haven, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Bruce's adoption status with email updates.
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Bruce

Chihuahua

Male, 5 mos
Vineyard Haven, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Gabby's adoption status with email updates.
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Gabby

Chihuahua/Pit Bull Terrier

Female 5 yrs 3 mos
Vineyard Haven, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Melanie's adoption status with email updates.
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Melanie

Doberman Pinscher

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
Vineyard Haven, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Dixie's adoption status with email updates.
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Dixie

German Shepherd Dog/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 1 yr
Vineyard Haven, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Rainbow's adoption status with email updates.
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Rainbow

Great Dane

Female, 5 mos
Vineyard Haven, MA
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  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Meet the Pet
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Submitting an application is important. Visit www.SandyPawsRescue.com to get started.
Please read our FAQ page before applying.
An Adopt-a-Pet inquiry is not an application.
Be sure to email us after you apply so we can find your application in our system.
We do not place dogs first come, first served—dogs are placed based on best fit.

Adoption application

https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/15922/generic

http://www.paypal.me/sandypawsrescue

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We'll also keep you updated on Travis Litterer's adoption status with email updates.
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Travis Litterer

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 3 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Howie's adoption status with email updates.
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Howie

Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
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We'll also keep you updated on Winifred's adoption status with email updates.
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Winifred

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Colton's adoption status with email updates.
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Colton

Australian Shepherd/Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on FRIEDRICH HARDING's adoption status with email updates.
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FRIEDRICH HARDING

Rat

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on FOSTERS NEEDED!'s adoption status with email updates.
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FOSTERS NEEDED!

Mixed Breed (Small)

Female
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