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Puppies and dogs in Paramus, New Jersey

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Paramus, New Jersey. 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 Rocko's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocko

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Maywood, NJ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained,
Story
We adopted Rocco from a rescue in central Jersey about three years ago. He was originally rescued from the streets of Mississippi and has been a cherished part of our family. Sadly, due to housing restrictions, we can no longer keep him. Rocco is 3 years old and an amazing companion. He is loving, caring, playful, super intelligent, and sweet. He’s very protective of those he loves, with a special tenderness for babies and small children. Despite his tough start, he’s a gentle soul who brings joy wherever he goes. We are looking for a loving, responsible home where Rocco will be treated like family. His new home should provide him with the calm, safe environment he needs to heal fully from his past and keep him up-to-date with vet care. Rocco deserves someone who can show him the unconditional love and care he gives so freely. He’s an incredible dog, and we hope to find the perfect match for him.
We'll also keep you updated on MAX's adoption status with email updates.
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MAX

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 9 mos
Ridgewood, NJ
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
COURTESY POST. MEET MAX! This very handsome boy is looking for a new forever home due to personal circumstances ... Max is seeking a new forever home, one that is loving and caring of course! One committed to him for life! A home that knows, loves and respects the breed. One that will give Max daily sufficient exercise in terms of walks, hikes, etc. He does prefer to be solo dog in the home. Max is good with kids. He is ok with strangers after an intro is made. He is good on the leash. House and crate trained. He is NOT destructive in the home. He loves his daily exercise but is medium energy in the home. Max is about three years old and weighs about 110 lbs. He is utd on all shots and is neutered. Have questions? Want to visit? Please contact reboundhounds@gmail.com and we will connect you to Max's present guardian. MAX IS IN SAYREVILLE, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

Bulldog Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 5 mos
Ridgewood, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi there, I'm Apollo. I was pulled from a kill shelter in Kansas. I had so much more life to live! I'm a gentle soul, and I've been told looking into my eyes is like getting a warm hug...but not to worry, I also love to give snuggles! My favorite thing to do is to be with people. I love to ride in the car, go for walks, sit on the porch, or settle down for a snuggle session. I've been informed I'm a very faithful companion. I'm just looking for my special person. Until then, I'll be waiting on the porch keeping my eye out! If you're interested in Apollo, instead of emailing through this site, please fill out our adoption application at https://form.jotform.com/221395065454154. For the right family, we will arrange transport. No home is too far away when it’s forever.
We'll also keep you updated on Bessie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bessie

English Bulldog Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
Ridgewood, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I sat in a kill shelter for as long as I can remember with a shattered pelvis and both of my hips broken. I couldn't even stand. I sat there for months and finally, my time was up. I didn't even have any pain meds, but I had so much love to give. Every time a shelter employee came by, I wiggled in hopes of getting a moment of their affection. I adore human love! The only thing that got me through it was thinking of a forever home. I got rescued just in time and went straight to a vet for surgery. Now, I have brand new hips and am back to the wiggle butt I was born to be! I am still waiting for my forever home though. Won't you please consider letting me dance around with you and show you all the love I have to offer? I am a HUGE KISSER and love to give smooches of gratitude all day long. I love other dogs, just ones that are really rambunctious scare me a bit, so I feel safer around more relaxed pups. I love toys and have so much fun throwing them around the yard. I also love laying and cuddling on the couch and could do that all day. I'm the most perfect girl, and I hope you will let me be yours! If you're interested in Bessie, instead of emailing through this site, please fill out our adoption application at https://form.jotform.com/221395065454154. For the right family, we will arrange transport. No home is too far away when it’s forever.
We'll also keep you updated on Buddha's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddha

Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 11 mos
Ridgewood, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Buddha is likely the absolute sweetest boy you will ever meet. Despite his horrible past and the many scars to prove it, this boy wants nothing more than to give kisses and get any cuddles and loving you will give him. He is quiet as can be and will often retreat to his cozy crate. Even more, he loves to curl up as close to you as possible for movies, sleep or just gentle reminders that he is safe and no one will hurt him ever again. Buddha needs a home that will be gentle, patient and committed to helping him understand he is safe and sound. Buddha was pulled from a kill shelter in Texas on his very last day, after months of waiting, which didn't help his battered confidence. Yet, he emerged wanting to learn and wanting to love. His resilience is just so inspiring! He is perfect on a leash, loves toys and chews and even gets along with other dogs. Buddha would make the very best at-home office buddy for anyone that works from home, as he loves to just curl up at your feet without ever a peep. Buddha is happiest with his person close- it keeps him feeling safe. But, if need be, when you have to leave, he will go curl up in his bed and patiently wait for your return, when which, his tail will thump exuberantly at even the sound of your voice saying his name, alerting him of your return. He is truly just such a happy, loyal and ridiculously loving boy that will cherish you! More and more, Buddha has adorable bursts of playful glee when he's outside in the yard but will retreat to your feet realizing he let his guard down, nervous he will get in trouble. Buddha deserves a home that will nurture his amazing, sweet spirit and remind him often, how safe and adored he is. He's an absolute angel, and he will be such a blessing to any forever home. If you're interested in Buddha, instead of emailing through this site, please fill out our adoption application at https://form.jotform.com/221395065454154. For the right family, we will arrange transport. No home is too far away when it’s forever.
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Ridgewood, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Penny is nothing short of a miracle. She fought so hard to survive after being run over by a car that severed her spine in 3 places, and at only a few months old. She then dragged herself around the neighborhood in southern Texas, where the driver left her to die. For 2 days, every single human that saw her, ignored her. Not ONE a human helped! She finally collapsed at the fence of a home and you would have thought she died by the looks of the photo taken by a boy that lived there. After he posted that to Facebook, it was sent to the rescue and well, the journey to saving Penny began immediately. Penny has made it very clear that she wants to live, despite so many vets telling us to euthanize her. She is now 9 months old. The road rash that covered most of her body has healed already, and while she will never be able to move her back legs, this girl is definitely not a shrinking violet. She absolutely loves life, loves playing with other dogs and can’t get enough of kissing all the human angels that have become a part of her beautiful journey, so far. She is SUCH a sweetie pie! But, there really is nothing cuter than seeing her and her foster sister, with the exact same paralysis, play and bounce about on the grass. Your heart will quite literally beat out of your chest with the glee you feel watching them. Happy as can be and without a care in the world. Penny is great in her wheelchair and also just dandy pulling herself around. Her legs drag behind her and she’s got an adorable collection of onesies and drag bags that help protect her little legs, as she roams around, to her heart's desire. The great thing is, though, Penny doesn’t feel it! She only feels happiness and love and it’s so obvious and truly infectious, every moment spent with her. Penny is likely to need a larger surgery to help prevent rectal prolapses which she has been suffering from. She’s just great in her diaper, so long as she has a loving mama that will keep her clean and keep her close until she can get her surgery. Penny is SUCH a special angel. We believe she fought so hard to stay here and bless lives and that’s why we wanted to fight even harder to keep her here. We know there is a human mother out there for her that will commit to her and cherish this girl and watch her, in amazement, as she thrives and continues to bless so many lives with her zest for life and her sweet, sweet soul. If you're interested in Penny, instead of emailing through this site, please fill out our adoption application at https://form.jotform.com/221395065454154. For the right family, we will arrange transport. No home is too far away when it’s forever.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Paramus, New Jersey

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

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Happy Tails Animal Rescue

PO Box 143, Paramus, NJ 07653

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Paramus Animal Shelter

Carlough Drive, Paramus, NJ 07652

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

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Friends For Life Animal Rescue

Paramus, NJ 07652

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Husky Education And Rescue Team - NJ

Glen Rock, NJ 07452

Pet Types: dogs

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Four Paws Animal Welfare Society

P. O. Box 801, Glen Rock, NJ 07452

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dog Lover Rescue

Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Pet Types: dogs

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Rebound Hounds NJ

Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pawsitively Furever Dog Rescue

Saddle Brook, NJ 07663

Pet Types: dogs

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Adopt-A-Buddy Pug Rescue

P.O. Box 66, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423

Pet Types: dogs

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Deep South Canine Rescue North East

Elmwood Park, NJ 07407

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