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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.

Goose

Rhodesian Ridgeback/Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult

Manchester, CT

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

House-trained,

Story

Goose is a 10-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback/Lab mix who brings happiness everywhere he goes. He's energetic, loving, and full of life, always ready for a walk, a good scratch, or a peanut-butter-filled Kong. Goose greets everyone with the same big enthusiasm, whether you've been gone for three hours or three weeks, and he loves nothing more than settling in and snoozing on your feet afterward. He would thrive in a home without young children, with people who enjoy staying active and can give him the attention he adores. He is sure to fill your home with warmth, smiles, and endless tail wags. If you're interested in learning more about Mr. Goose, please contact Helpline@OurCompanions.org or call 860-242-9999.

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Greta

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 4 mos

Hartford, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Greta and her sister Ingrid were found as tiny puppies abandoned at a hunting lodge and were very happy to move to their foster home. They are both happy girls that love to play and love to play with the big dog fosters. They are approx 4 months old and weigh 35 lbs. They both walk on a leash and are learning basic obedience. Ingrid is spayed, wormed, vaccinated, microchipped and on heartworm prevention. The adoption fee is 400.00

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Ingrid

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 4 mos

Hartford, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Ingrid and her sister Greta were found as tiny puppies abandoned at a hunting lodge and were very happy to move to their foster home. They are both happy girls that love to play and love to play with the big dog fosters. They are approx 4 months old and weigh 35 lbs. They both walk on a leash and are learning basic obedience. Ingrid is spayed, wormed, vaccinated, microchipped and on heartworm prevention. The adoption fee is 400.00

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Australia

Miniature Dachshund/Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 1 yr

Hartford, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

Meet Australia! 🐾 1 year • 11 lbs • Long-haired Mini Dachshund Mix Australia is a tiny ball of fluff with a big heart and an even bigger love for her people. She’s a total Velcro pup who wants to be wherever you are—lap included! When left alone she’ll cry and howl for a bit, but she eventually settles. She’s active, playful, and full of puppy energy. Australia loves playing tag with younger dogs and would do great with another fun, active dog. She respects senior pups—unless they try to steal her human’s lap, which brings out her adorable little jealous streak. She has a healthy appetite, is mostly house-trained, does great with nail trims, and isn’t a fan of the crate when left alone. Australia will thrive with someone who can offer attention, structure, and plenty of love. If you want a snuggly shadow dog with a playful side, she’s your girl!

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Bubbles

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 1 yr 6 mos

Hartford, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

🌟 Meet Bubbles! 🌟 This adorable 15-pound black-and-white terrier mix is ready to wiggle her way straight into your heart! At around 18 months old, Bubbles is the perfect blend of playful energy and snuggly sweetness. Bubbles’ absolute favorite place in the world is on your lap. She’s a world-class cuddler and would happily spend all day soaking up love. When she’s not snuggling, she enjoys zooming around the yard, playing fetch, and making her humans laugh with her silly, happy personality. She gets along wonderfully with other dogs, adores kids, and has a gentle, laid-back temperament that makes her easy to love. Bubbles is patiently waiting for a forever family who will cherish her soft cuddles, sweet nature, and playful heart. If you’re looking for a loyal little companion to brighten your days, Bubbles might just be your perfect match. 💕🐾

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Shelby

American Bulldog

Female, Adult

Woodbridge, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,

Story

Shelby was found on 11/30 in my front yard as I returned home from running errands. She took about an hour to trust us and get her into shelter (our garage). She was immediately so grateful, giving us lots of kisses and hugs. As of 12/6, my husband and I started fostering her. We also have 2 cats and a dog, but have kept them separate. Shelby has seen the cats from a distance in our home and is eager to greet them, but my cats dont want that, so I keep her on a leash indoors. She is crate trained and house trained. She is good on a leash, but she is strong! She would be best suited in a dog only household. I am unsure how she is around children. She is very food motivated and trainable as we have taught her sit, down, and are introducing place to her.

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Shelters & rescues in Connecticut

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Connecticut. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Ansonia Animal Shelter

2 North Division, Ansonia, CT 06401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

EASTON ANIMAL SHELTER

385 Morehouse Road, EASTON, CT 06483

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Coco's Animal Rescue Efforts of Seymour (CARES)

115 Silvermine Rd, Seymour, CT 06483

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

District Animal Control

135 Bradley Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Animal clinic of milford

Milford, CT 06525

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

Shelter

shelton animal shelter

11 brewster ln., shelton, CT 06484

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Claudia Cares

Shelton, CT 06484

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Pack Leaders Rescue of Orange CT

55 Boston Post Rd, Orange, CT 06477

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Bad To The Bone K9

Milford, CT 06461

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Eagle K-9 Academy LLC

809 Carrington Rd, Bethany, CT 06524

Pet Types: dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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