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RIVER

Husky/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs
CRANSTON, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
If you would like to apply to take RIVER home, click the link next to their picture, or Visit our website at Www.godogsgorescue.org and fill out an application! We look forward to hearing from you. River, is a very gentle, easy-going, calm, laid-back, would rather have his belly rubbed and be by your side, then play with toys kind of boy. He is very loving and sweet and follows you around. He loves to be loved on and rolls over to get belly rubs as much as he can. He loves to play in the water and that’s the most playful you’ll see him when he is splashing around in the little kiddie pool. He is great with kids as well. He’s awaiting a heartworm test, but if he’s positive we will treat prior to adoption, will update when we know.

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Stormy

German Shepherd Dog/Black Mouth Cur

Male, 2 mos
Providence, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Better hurry before one of these pups fly away! Available now for adoption, we have our litter of 8 Shepherd/Husky/Belgian mix puppies – our furpups that cover all areas of the weather. We have 3 males and 5 females – 3 Males – Stormy, Flash and Bolt 5 Females – Sky, Misty, Aurora, Winni and Dawn These puppies were born around the beginning of April 2025 and have been in a home since birth. The mom is a German Shepherd/husky mix that weighs about 50 pounds and dad is unknown, but we believe he could be a Belgian Shepherd mix. The puppies currently weigh as of 6/28/25 weigh about 11-13 lbs but we believe they will be about 60 pounds when full grown. These sweet pups have been handled and hugged on since they were born. The foster has done a wonderful job in ensuring they are friendly, gentle and outgoing. They are your typical puppies when it comes to playing – They love their toys and are just learning how to play with them. The puppies get along wonderfully with other dogs and the fosters are elderly, so they are very gentle puppies. They have not been exposed to cats or children but being puppies, we believe in the right household with patience they will get along great with them. They do not have a mean bone in their body – they aim to please their humans. Very big on people pleasing and wanting to be next to their human. They will be your shadow if you let them be. Our weathered pups are VERY smart. Having been raised by elderly people, they know not to trip them and not to jump. They learn quickly with minimal training. With one-on-one training we know they will thrive in their homes. They are learning to give kisses and are just so sweet. Despite being raised by elderly people, we do still recommend a more medium-to-active home given their breed. They love water and will be your perfect companions to rivers, lakes, oceans or just a nice cool pool in the backyard to play and lay in. If you’re interested in adopting one of these babies, please apply at www.pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org They are current on vaccinations, dewormer, microchipped, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian prior to adoption. Please e-mail info@pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org for any questions

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Flash

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Male, 2 mos
Providence, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Better hurry before one of these pups fly away! Available now for adoption, we have our litter of 8 Shepherd/Husky/Belgian mix puppies – our furpups that cover all areas of the weather. We have 3 males and 5 females – 3 Males – Stormy, Flash and Bolt 5 Females – Sky, Misty, Aurora, Winni and Dawn These puppies were born around the beginning of April 2025 and have been in a home since birth. The mom is a German Shepherd/husky mix that weighs about 50 pounds and dad is unknown, but we believe he could be a Belgian Shepherd mix. The puppies currently weigh as of 6/28/25 weigh about 11-13 lbs but we believe they will be about 60 pounds when full grown. These sweet pups have been handled and hugged on since they were born. The foster has done a wonderful job in ensuring they are friendly, gentle and outgoing. They are your typical puppies when it comes to playing – They love their toys and are just learning how to play with them. The puppies get along wonderfully with other dogs and the fosters are elderly, so they are very gentle puppies. They have not been exposed to cats or children but being puppies, we believe in the right household with patience they will get along great with them. They do not have a mean bone in their body – they aim to please their humans. Very big on people pleasing and wanting to be next to their human. They will be your shadow if you let them be. Our weathered pups are VERY smart. Having been raised by elderly people, they know not to trip them and not to jump. They learn quickly with minimal training. With one-on-one training we know they will thrive in their homes. They are learning to give kisses and are just so sweet. Despite being raised by elderly people, we do still recommend a more medium-to-active home given their breed. They love water and will be your perfect companions to rivers, lakes, oceans or just a nice cool pool in the backyard to play and lay in. If you’re interested in adopting one of these babies, please apply at www.pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org They are current on vaccinations, dewormer, microchipped, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian prior to adoption. Please e-mail info@pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org for any questions

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Sky

German Shepherd Dog/Belgian Shepherd

Female, 2 mos
Providence, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Better hurry before one of these pups fly away! Available now for adoption, we have our litter of 8 Shepherd/Husky/Belgian mix puppies – our furpups that cover all areas of the weather. We have 3 males and 5 females – 3 Males – Stormy, Flash and Bolt 5 Females – Sky, Misty, Aurora, Winni and Dawn These puppies were born around the beginning of April 2025 and have been in a home since birth. The mom is a German Shepherd/husky mix that weighs about 50 pounds and dad is unknown, but we believe he could be a Belgian Shepherd mix. The puppies currently weigh as of 6/28/25 weigh about 11-13 lbs but we believe they will be about 60 pounds when full grown. These sweet pups have been handled and hugged on since they were born. The foster has done a wonderful job in ensuring they are friendly, gentle and outgoing. They are your typical puppies when it comes to playing – They love their toys and are just learning how to play with them. The puppies get along wonderfully with other dogs and the fosters are elderly, so they are very gentle puppies. They have not been exposed to cats or children but being puppies, we believe in the right household with patience they will get along great with them. They do not have a mean bone in their body – they aim to please their humans. Very big on people pleasing and wanting to be next to their human. They will be your shadow if you let them be. Our weathered pups are VERY smart. Having been raised by elderly people, they know not to trip them and not to jump. They learn quickly with minimal training. With one-on-one training we know they will thrive in their homes. They are learning to give kisses and are just so sweet. Despite being raised by elderly people, we do still recommend a more medium-to-active home given their breed. They love water and will be your perfect companions to rivers, lakes, oceans or just a nice cool pool in the backyard to play and lay in. If you’re interested in adopting one of these babies, please apply at www.pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org They are current on vaccinations, dewormer, microchipped, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian prior to adoption. Please e-mail info@pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org for any questions

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Dawn

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Female, 2 mos
Providence, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Better hurry before one of these pups fly away! Available now for adoption, we have our litter of 8 Shepherd/Husky/Belgian mix puppies – our furpups that cover all areas of the weather. We have 3 males and 5 females – 3 Males – Stormy, Flash and Bolt 5 Females – Sky, Misty, Aurora, Winni and Dawn These puppies were born around the beginning of April 2025 and have been in a home since birth. The mom is a German Shepherd/husky mix that weighs about 50 pounds and dad is unknown, but we believe he could be a Belgian Shepherd mix. The puppies currently weigh as of 6/28/25 weigh about 11-13 lbs but we believe they will be about 60 pounds when full grown. These sweet pups have been handled and hugged on since they were born. The foster has done a wonderful job in ensuring they are friendly, gentle and outgoing. They are your typical puppies when it comes to playing – They love their toys and are just learning how to play with them. The puppies get along wonderfully with other dogs and the fosters are elderly, so they are very gentle puppies. They have not been exposed to cats or children but being puppies, we believe in the right household with patience they will get along great with them. They do not have a mean bone in their body – they aim to please their humans. Very big on people pleasing and wanting to be next to their human. They will be your shadow if you let them be. Our weathered pups are VERY smart. Having been raised by elderly people, they know not to trip them and not to jump. They learn quickly with minimal training. With one-on-one training we know they will thrive in their homes. They are learning to give kisses and are just so sweet. Despite being raised by elderly people, we do still recommend a more medium-to-active home given their breed. They love water and will be your perfect companions to rivers, lakes, oceans or just a nice cool pool in the backyard to play and lay in. If you’re interested in adopting one of these babies, please apply at www.pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org They are current on vaccinations, dewormer, microchipped, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian prior to adoption. Please e-mail info@pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org for any questions

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Misty

German Shepherd Dog/Black Mouth Cur

Female, 2 mos
Providence, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Better hurry before one of these pups fly away! Available now for adoption, we have our litter of 8 Shepherd/Husky/Belgian mix puppies – our furpups that cover all areas of the weather. We have 3 males and 5 females – 3 Males – Stormy, Flash and Bolt 5 Females – Sky, Misty, Aurora, Winni and Dawn These puppies were born around the beginning of April 2025 and have been in a home since birth. The mom is a German Shepherd/husky mix that weighs about 50 pounds and dad is unknown, but we believe he could be a Belgian Shepherd mix. The puppies currently weigh as of 6/28/25 weigh about 11-13 lbs but we believe they will be about 60 pounds when full grown. These sweet pups have been handled and hugged on since they were born. The foster has done a wonderful job in ensuring they are friendly, gentle and outgoing. They are your typical puppies when it comes to playing – They love their toys and are just learning how to play with them. The puppies get along wonderfully with other dogs and the fosters are elderly, so they are very gentle puppies. They have not been exposed to cats or children but being puppies, we believe in the right household with patience they will get along great with them. They do not have a mean bone in their body – they aim to please their humans. Very big on people pleasing and wanting to be next to their human. They will be your shadow if you let them be. Our weathered pups are VERY smart. Having been raised by elderly people, they know not to trip them and not to jump. They learn quickly with minimal training. With one-on-one training we know they will thrive in their homes. They are learning to give kisses and are just so sweet. Despite being raised by elderly people, we do still recommend a more medium-to-active home given their breed. They love water and will be your perfect companions to rivers, lakes, oceans or just a nice cool pool in the backyard to play and lay in. If you’re interested in adopting one of these babies, please apply at www.pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org They are current on vaccinations, dewormer, microchipped, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian prior to adoption. Please e-mail info@pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org for any questions

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Shelters & rescues in Rhode Island

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

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Cranston Animal Shelter

920 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI 02921

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Go Dogs Go Rescue Inc - RI transport

CRANSTON, RI 02921

Pet Types: dogs

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Walkers Way Rescue

Cranston, RI 02921

Pet Types: cats, dogs, reptiles, small animals

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Animals Depend On People Too (ADOPT)

Cranston, RI 02921

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, small animals

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Small Dog Rescue of New England Inc.

Cranston, RI 02920

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Divine intervention animal rescue

65 eagle Road, Cranston, RI 02920

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Great Dane Rescue Of New England

PO Box 100083, Cranston, RI 02920

Pet Types: dogs

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For The Love of Paws RI Rescue & Transport

Cranston, RI 02920

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EGAPL Heart of RI

44 Worthington Road, Cranston, RI 02920

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Jesse's Place Rescue - NE transport

Cranston, RI 02920

Pet Types: dogs

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