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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Naugatuck, 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 Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

Chihuahua

Female, 6 mos
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Here is "Penny". Penny is a 6 month old black Chihuahua and she weighs 5 pounds. Penny's owners moved to Florida but, before they moved, they gave Penny to someone. That someone now does not want Penny because he works all day and does not have the time to take care of her. Penny is not trained because, between Penny's previous owners and her owner now, no one took the time to train poor Penny. Penny needs someone who does not work all day and someone who has patience and will give her the time, attention and guidance she needs. Penny is a happy, happy, happy little girl! She gets along with everybody she meets, be it an animal or a human! In Penny's new home, children must be 6 years or older. You must own your own home. No condos. No apartments. Penny got spayed, she got her 4 in 1 shot, she got her rabies shot and she got her distemper shot. To adopt from us, you MUST have a veterinarian reference in your own name. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. Please do not contact us if you cannot abide by our adoption rules. The adoption fee for Penny is $350.00. No credit cards. If you are interested in Penny, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com. You can meet Penny on Saturday at Petco located at 201 Union Street in Waterbury during our adoption hours from 12:00 to 3:00. Penny will be looking for you! IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS!
We'll also keep you updated on Jasper, Jessie, Woody & Maple's adoption status with email updates.
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Jasper, Jessie, Woody & Maple

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 mos
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have puppies! We have 4 puppies! We have 4 German Shepherd puppies! We introduce you to "Jasper", "Jessie", "Woody" and "Maple", 3 boys and 1 girl. Picture #2 is Jessie. Picture #3 is Woody. Picture #4 is Maple. Jessie and Woody look like miniature German Shepherds with their ears up. The puppies are 3 months old and they are Connecticut born on August 6, 2024. Jasper, Jessie, Woody and Maple are very cute and very active "little furballs". They run around chasing and playing with each other! They got their first 5 in 1 shots and worming. To adopt from us, you MUST have a veterinarian reference in your own name. We will not place any animal without a veterinarian reference. We get a veterinarian reference from your veterinarian which is a history of medical care administered by your veterinarian to your present or previous pet or pets. In the puppies' new homes, children must be 10 years old or older. You must own your own home. No apartments. No condos. Please do not contact us if you cannot abide by our adoption rules. The adoption fee for the puppies is $300.00 each and we will provide a lower cost for neutering and spaying. No credit cards. If you are interested in Jasper, Jessie, Woody or Maple, please email us at feline55keeper@gmail.com. You can meet Jasper, Jessie, Woody and Maple on Saturday at Petco located at 201 Union Street in Waterbury during our adoption hours from 12:00 to 3:00. 4 tails will be wagging! IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE STRESS THAT IN ORDER TO ADOPT FROM US, YOU MUST HAVE A VETERINARIAN REFERENCE...NO EXCEPTIONS!
We'll also keep you updated on Benny's adoption status with email updates.
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Benny

American Staffordshire Terrier Bulldog

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Prospect, CT
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
https://www.facebook.com/truelovingcompanion/ Update 7/21: Benny is in a foster home now and is doing amazing! Please help us get him into a forever home he can call his very home! UPDATE 7/7: Benny is always so happy to see us when we visit! He gives the sweetest kisses, leans in for pets, sits for treats, and looks for our attention on walks. He has a bit of a bulldog look to him, with his massive head, droopy jowls and sweet eyes. He has such an awesome wiggle and would love to wiggle his way right into your heart! Watch his super cute video here - https://youtu.be/g2mnP_8lWow and please if interested, reach out today as Benny may not have tomorrow! POST 6/16: Benny (2 year old, male, 68 lbs, red tri-color, with a look that melts your heart) is in URGENT need of a foster or forever home! Shy but so sweet, affectionate seeking, tail wagging, hoping for a chance to get out of the shelter. Please reach out to learn more!
We'll also keep you updated on Cyiah's adoption status with email updates.
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Cyiah

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Prospect, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
https://www.facebook.com/truelovingcompanion/ Letters from Cyiah: I rescued a human today. Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor, worriedly looking into the kennels. I instantly felt her need and knew I had to help her. As she stopped at my kennel I moved to the front, leaned my shoulder forward and gave a little wag. I will admit, it was hard to be brave in the shelter environment. I didn’t want her to see, but I did tremble a bit. As she read my kennel card, I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past as I have a bright future ahead. She got down on her knees and began to speak to me. I wanted to say it was going to be okay but instead I got closer and leaned my head against the cage bars to comfort her. Her gentle fingers caressed my neck, her eyes filled with tears, and then came the moment; she smiled at me. I promised to keep her safe, to do everything I could to see that sweet smile, and sparkle in her eyes again. ********************************************************************************************* I’m in a foster home now. I’m bathed, settled and fed, and tucked warmly in my new bed. I should begin to unpack my baggage, lest I forget. There has been so much to carry, so much regret. Let’s start at the top, where I’ll first unpack Loneliness, Heartache, and Loss. There by my leash hides Fear and Shame and I still have to unpack my baggage called Pain. I loved them so much, the family I once had, the ones who left me with nothing but my bag. Can you help me unpack please? I pray that you can, for I’m so tired you see, but I do come with baggage, will you still want me? ********************************************************************************************* Sadly, Cyiah’s history is a mystery, as she was brought into the shelter as a stray. She captured the attention of one of our representatives while she was there, which is how she became to be in our rescue. She’s in a foster home now where she’s doing amazing. She is housebroken, crate-trained, playful and sweet and does the best cheese smile you will ever see. Though social with people and dogs, she does take time to warm up. She will need a special family that will be understanding, loving and patient, that will give her the time she needs to unpack her baggage!
We'll also keep you updated on Chai's adoption status with email updates.
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Chai

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Prospect, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
https://www.facebook.com/truelovingcompanion/ Chai has been patiently waiting for his forever family, could that that be you? Available for adoption and ready to come home! If interested please reach out! From Chai's Foster Mom: Sweet Chai, while he may be a littler nervous at first, and needs a calm and slow introduction, he opens up really quickly and becomes the most trusting, sweet boy there is. Chai is also one of the smartest dogs I have ever met. He picks up games and verbal cues within a matter of minutes. He loves to play fetch and is even capable of playing fetch by himself. When he is really happy, or excited, he does these little jumping hops that are sure to make you smile. It is rare to have a dog that loves to lounge as much as he loves to play, but that is Chai for you. He will sleep in with you, or follow you to any adventure you put in front of him, he’s very versatile, and eager to please. He is a Velcro pitty and will follow everywhere if you allow it. He loves a squeaky toy, and stuffed animals, but knows how to disarm them within minutes. Although Chai is listed as a 5 year old, we believe he is closer to 2 and still has some of those puppy characteristics. He is good with dogs and kids, however, we think he would do better in a quiet environment, as he can get stressed with too many things happening. Because he is so smart, enrichment and an active lifestyle will do him really good. Chai is such a great dog, anyone would be lucky to have him.
We'll also keep you updated on Funky Pants's adoption status with email updates.
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Funky Pants

Pit Bull Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs
Prospect, CT
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Funky Pants! This sweet mush has been waiting at the shelter for a family to choose him for over 131 days! Located at a nearby shelter that recently had to close it's doors to intake as they are over capacity and unable to keep up. Though he is receiving basic care, he spends day-in-day-out in a run hoping to to be the next to go out on a walk and get a little play time. He did so well on his behavior evaluations, is a healthy, happy boy, at approx. 4-5 yrs and weighing 62 lbs. If interested in learning more, please reach out soon! Sharing a few cute videos: https://youtu.be/dPSwaP_hfgs https://youtu.be/K0ZV149BHbo

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Dog shelters and rescues in Naugatuck, Connecticut

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Flora's Pet Project

38 Fairview Avenue, Naugatuck, CT 06770

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Naugatuck Animal Control

Naugatuck, CT 06770

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Paws and Noses Rescue

Waterbury, CT 06770

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Wags and Wiggles Pet Rescue

Naugatuck, CT 06770

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Nutmeg Rescue

45 Proctor Street, Waterbury, CT 06706

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Rose Hope Animal Refuge

Rose Hope Animal Refuge C/O PETCO, 201 Union Street, Waterbury, CT 06706

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True Loving Companion - CT Chapter

Prospect, CT 06712

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Beacon Falls Animal Control

10 Maple Ave, Beacon Falls, CT 06403

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Highway to Love Transport

475 Bank St, Waterbury, CT 06708

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Waterbury Dog Pound

200 Municipal Road, Waterbury, CT 06708

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