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Puppies and dogs in Connecticut

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Connecticut. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Fireball's adoption status with email updates.
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Fireball

Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 3 mos
Middletown, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Fireball! Such a fitting name a little ball of fire! He is a sweet and stunning pup who happens to be a little camera shy. He is extremely friendly with everyone he meets animals and people! He adores playing with toys and cuddling, he is a true winner in every aspect! Fireball is ready to find his lifelong adventure buddy to go on long walks on the beach (or the woods, or the neighborhood, he's not picky) with! He/she is hw ( heartworm) negative, fully vetted, spayed/neutered and microchipped. Please fill out an application at www.northboundrescue.com
We'll also keep you updated on Bluebelle's adoption status with email updates.
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Bluebelle

Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 3 mos
Middletown, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Bluebelle, A huge personality packed tight into the cutest little frame! Bluebelle is 100% puppy and loves to play with cuddle breaks in between! If you're looking for a life partner to adventure with, she's your go to girl! Bluebelle adores her dog friends in her foster home and is no stranger when it comes to anyone, automatic BESTIES! She is still working on her house training but get it down fast since she's so stinking smart! He/she is hw ( heartworm) negative, fully vetted, spayed/neutered and microchipped. Please fill out an application at www.northboundrescue.com
We'll also keep you updated on Gracie's adoption status with email updates.
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Gracie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Puppy
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. 5/5/25 Gracie This little girl and her siblings were found on a secluded road, where they had been dumped with a little towel to lay on. Little babies dumped out there alone, with no houses nearby, and very little chance of surviving. Thankfully, someone did see them. They stopped and checked on them, but could not take them in, so they left them there too. But they did reach out to us, and one of our amazing fosters went and found them. They were rescued Easter weekend, so they were dubbed 'our Easter Dumplings.' These babies are so friendly and sweet natured. They ran to the rescuer when she stopped her car, as if they were begging for help. Begging to live. We don't know what breed they are, but they appear to be a mix of many breeds. They will likely be average size (50 ish lbs). Some have nub tails, some have 3/4 tails, and some have full tails. We don't know what that's all about. Gracie has a 3/4 tail. They are now up to date on vaccinations, started on monthly preventives, and will be spayed/neutered this week. They are about 3 months old. They didn't ask to be born into this cruel world, but they are here now, so it's our job to make sure they are loved for the rest of their lives. Please consider one of these babies for your family. You won't regret it! Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 Message or email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. Please visit our Facebook page too! https://www.facebook.com/adoptastrayrescueorg For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!May 8, 2025, 10:30 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Baxter's adoption status with email updates.
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Baxter

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. 5/5/25 Baxter This little guy and his siblings were found on a secluded road, where they had been dumped with a little towel to lay on. Little babies dumped out there alone, with no houses nearby, and very little chance of surviving. Thankfully, someone did see them. They stopped and checked on them, but could not take them in, so they left them there too. But they did reach out to us, and one of our amazing fosters went and found them. They were rescued Easter weekend, so they were dubbed 'our Easter Dumplings.' These babies are so friendly and sweet natured. They ran to the rescuer when she stopped her car, as if they were begging for help. Begging to live. We don't know what breed they are, but they appear to be a mix of many breeds. They will likely be average size (50 ish lbs). Some have nub tails, some have 3/4 tails, and some have full tails. We don't know what that's all about. Baxter has a nub. They are now up to date on vaccinations, started on monthly preventives, and will be spayed/neutered this week. They are about 3 months old. They didn't ask to be born into this cruel world, but they are here now, so it's our job to make sure they are loved for the rest of their lives. Please consider one of these babies for your family. You won't regret it! Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 Message or email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. Please visit our Facebook page too! https://www.facebook.com/adoptastrayrescueorg For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!May 8, 2025, 10:30 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Kobe's adoption status with email updates.
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Kobe

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. 5/5/25 Kobe This little guy and his siblings were found on a secluded road, where they had been dumped with a little towel to lay on. Little babies dumped out there alone, with no houses nearby, and very little chance of surviving. Thankfully, someone did see them. They stopped and checked on them, but could not take them in, so they left them there too. But they did reach out to us, and one of our amazing fosters went and found them. They were rescued Easter weekend, so they were dubbed 'our Easter Dumplings.' These babies are so friendly and sweet natured. They ran to the rescuer when she stopped her car, as if they were begging for help. Begging to live. We don't know what breed they are, but they appear to be a mix of many breeds. They will likely be average size (50 ish lbs). Some have nub tails, some have 3/4 tails, and some have full tails. We don't know what that's all about. Kobe has a 3/4 tail. They are now up to date on vaccinations, started on monthly preventives, and will be spayed/neutered this week. They are about 3 months old. They didn't ask to be born into this cruel world, but they are here now, so it's our job to make sure they are loved for the rest of their lives. Please consider one of these babies for your family. You won't regret it! Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 Message or email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. Please visit our Facebook page too! https://www.facebook.com/adoptastrayrescueorg For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!May 8, 2025, 10:30 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Dexter's adoption status with email updates.
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Dexter

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. 5/5/25 Dexter This little guy and his siblings were found on a secluded road, where they had been dumped with a little towel to lay on. Little babies dumped out there alone, with no houses nearby, and very little chance of surviving. Thankfully, someone did see them. They stopped and checked on them, but could not take them in, so they left them there too. But they did reach out to us, and one of our amazing fosters went and found them. They were rescued Easter weekend, so they were dubbed 'our Easter Dumplings.' These babies are so friendly and sweet natured. They ran to the rescuer when she stopped her car, as if they were begging for help. Begging to live. We don't know what breed they are, but they appear to be a mix of many breeds. They will likely be average size (50 ish lbs). They are now up to date on vaccinations, started on monthly preventives, and will be spayed/neutered this week. They are about 3 months old. They didn't ask to be born into this cruel world, but they are here now, so it's our job to make sure they are loved for the rest of their lives. Please consider one of these babies for your family. You won't regret it! Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 Message or email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. Please visit our Facebook page too! https://www.facebook.com/adoptastrayrescueorg For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!May 8, 2025, 10:30 pm

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Green Fur Kidz, Inc.

PO Box 16684, West Haven, CT 06516

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Loyal Companions Animal Rescue

New Haven, CT 06516

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Pups Without Partners

39 Wharton Street, West Haven, CT 06516

Pet Types: dogs

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West Haven Animal Shelter

7 Collis Street, West Haven, CT 06516

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Wags of Monroe County - CT Transport Stop

18 Sylvan Lane, New Haven, CT 06501

Pet Types: dogs

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Rebound Hounds CT

New Haven, CT 06511

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter

81 Fournier Street, New Haven, CT 06511

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter

81 Fournier St., New Haven, CT 06511

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Precious pals

New haven, CT 06512

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