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Cactus

Maltese

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Vineyard Haven, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Cactus!   Cactus is a small pup with a big heart who’s ready for a fresh start! He’s a super friendly little guy who gets along great with both dogs and cats. With a naturally chill demeanor, he enjoys lounging just as much as he enjoys playtime.   Cactus had a rough start—found as a stray and brought to a high-kill shelter, he ended up on the euthanasia list simply because he caught a common doggy cold. Thankfully, he made it out just in time and is now looking for a forever home that will give him the love he deserves.   Like any young dog, he’ll need help with potty training and leash training, and he will require regular professional grooming every 6-8 weeks to keep his coat from matting—an important responsibility and added expense for his future family. Due to a past experience where he nipped when cornered by a stranger, we feel a home without young children will be the best fit for him.   Cactus is currently in Texas and needs a home in Massachusetts—he’s ready to travel to you! If you’re looking for a loyal, easygoing companion with lots of love to give, apply today!   This dog is up to date on vaccinations and is spayed or neutered. (Please note: Puppies under 3 months old may not be sterilized prior to adoption. If this is the case, your adoption coordinator will provide guidance on the process.)   To adopt or learn more about this dog, you must complete an adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   PLEASE READ:     •    If a dog or puppy is listed, they are currently available for adoption. However, they may already be pending an adoption, and their profile may not yet reflect this.     •    All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the posting date.     •    Unless explicitly stated, Sandy Paws Rescue does not guarantee the breed of any dog. Breeds listed are educated guesses made by shelter staff, volunteers, or veterinarians. Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, often with pit bull-type genetics, resulting in a wide variety of physical traits and temperaments.   Our dogs come from various situations, such as kill shelters, owner surrenders, or as strays. It is likely both parents were mixed breeds as well.   Sandy Paws Rescue does not have a public shelter in Massachusetts. Our dogs reside in private foster homes or boarding kennels in the South until adopted. Many dogs are spoken for prior to transport or release from state-mandated isolation.   For information on adoption fees, procedures, or FAQs, visit our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   The FIRST step in adopting from Sandy Paws Rescue is to submit a completed adoption application.   ##2300756##
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Waldorf

Maltese

Male, 4 yrs
Vineyard Haven, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This dog is up to date on vaccinations and is spayed or neutered. (Please note: Puppies under 3 months old may not be sterilized prior to adoption. If this is the case, your adoption coordinator will provide guidance on the process.)   To adopt or learn more about this dog, you must complete an adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   PLEASE READ:     •    If a dog or puppy is listed, they are currently available for adoption. However, they may already be pending an adoption, and their profile may not yet reflect this.     •    All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the posting date.     •    Unless explicitly stated, Sandy Paws Rescue does not guarantee the breed of any dog. Breeds listed are educated guesses made by shelter staff, volunteers, or veterinarians. Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, often with pit bull-type genetics, resulting in a wide variety of physical traits and temperaments.   Our dogs come from various situations, such as kill shelters, owner surrenders, or as strays. It is likely both parents were mixed breeds as well.   Sandy Paws Rescue does not have a public shelter in Massachusetts. Our dogs reside in private foster homes or boarding kennels in the South until adopted. Many dogs are spoken for prior to transport or release from state-mandated isolation.   For information on adoption fees, procedures, or FAQs, visit our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   The FIRST step in adopting from Sandy Paws Rescue is to submit a completed adoption application.   ##2300993##
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Bug

Maltese Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr
Fall River, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bug is a conundrum. He's complex. He has layers...many, many, many layers. Like an onion.When Bug originally came to us, he was...not nice. It was an experience. We're pretty sure he was going through withdrawals because his regular supply of human souls had been cut off or something. He was 9lbs of fury and rage and when we tell you that it was ON SIGHT whenever this dog saw another living thing, it was ON SIGHT and he would come out swinging. Ya'll know the Chain Chomps from Super Mario? Yeah. That.Have you ever seen a furious, sentient cotton ball? You have now.It was like being haunted by a dollop of buttercream frosting that had been possessed by a vengeful Victorian ghost.Bug had one passion in life and it was fisticuffs. He had beef with everything. You, me, himself, the sky, our microchip scanner (RIP), the very fabric of the universe in general. Bug would fight God (Morgan Freeman circa Bruce Almighty specifically) and win.In true Jekyll and Hyde fashion, Bug now is the complete opposite.Bug now likes other dogs, likes people, and likes cats. He's really just 9lbs of cotton candy. We still wouldn't put him with kids under 12 juuuuust in case but, obviously, his prior behavior was fear based and should not be held against him in a court of law (or elsewhere). He's young, probably only around 1yo, and who hasn't made questionable decisions in their youth? He's an absolute STAR on a leash, would pick people over toys every chance he gets, and likes to show off by giving you his paw even when you didn't ask for it. Contrary to what he made us believe at first, we don't think Bug is REALLY a chaos gremlin. Pretty sure he's just a shih tzu mix.

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22.9 miles

Sandy Paws Rescue inc.

PO Box 1772, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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43.5 miles

Forever Paws Animal Shelter,Inc.

300 Lynwood St, Fall River, MA 02721

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

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