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Operation Paws on the Ground, Inc.

Dog rescue in Newington, CT

We are a group of people who care deeply for our veterans in need and for the canine rescue population. Our goal is to match as many rescue dogs with veterans in need as possible.

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Email kyle@operationpawsontheground.org
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Newington, CT 06111
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We'll also keep you updated on Dalton's adoption status with email updates.
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Dalton

Black Mouth Cur/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Newington, CT
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Murphy

Belgian Shepherd/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Newington, CT

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New England

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

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We also do training for all adopted dogs

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https://form.jotform.com/241164726121145

https://operationpawsontheground.org/donate/

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RACHEL, PAIGE

Labrador Retriever/Golden Retriever

Female, Puppy
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Crystal-URGENT

Labrador Retriever/American Bulldog

Female, 7 yrs 8 mos
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Minerva

American Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Bethel, CT
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Lincoln

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
Hartford, CT
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Rocko

English Pointer

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
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Jenna

Husky

Female, 3 yrs
Bethel, CT

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