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FINN
is an 8 year old bully mix he was found as stray. He was pretty malnourished so were working on putting some weight on his bones. Finn is very food motivated and seems to know sit and paw. He'll need work on leash manners and basic obedience. Finn is looking for an adult home as the only pet.
SPONSORED BY
- Mara Fizdale
- Fetch Life LLC
- Ann Burton
- Cathy and Troy DeBroske
PANCHITA
is a 7 year old 34 pound spayed female that flew in from a Puerto Rico Rescue. She’s a sweet, gentle girl with a Jack Russell head and short Bassett/Dachshund type legs. Panchita is potty trained and great on a leash. She does not get along with cats or other dogs, and would prefer to be the only pet in her new home.
SPONSORED BY
- In Honor of Melodie Peet and Jane Jungden
- For Mary and John Cunningham
- In Memory of Annie Roberts
- In Honor of Kuyok Huntan and Hank
- In Honor of Rob Girard
- Greg Banks
- Enza Events
BOWE
is a 18 month old, neutered male, 36 pound Standard Schnauzer. He was signed over when his owner became ill and no longer able to care for his dogs. Bowe is a active boy that needs work on basic manners and some socializing with new experiences. We are looking for a home with terrier experience.
CINDI
is a very sweet girl from Puerto Rico. Cindi is about 2yrs old, weighs about 20lbs. She is a very clean, sharp girl who is eager to please. Cindi doesn't mind the company of cats, but doesn't feel comfortable around larger dogs – she may do well with another dog her size. Cindi enjoys exploring things on her own, she likes her Independence.
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RANGER
is a adventurous 40 pound Terrier mix. He is currently being treated for heartworm. He was really matted when he went into rescue and had to be shaved down.
SPONSORED BY
- In Memory of Lori Kieras
- Candlewood Valley Country Club
- Lynn Alexander- In Memory of Doris
- Karen & Art Knudsen
- Kathy O'Dell
- Jane Whitney-Gruson
- In Memory of Kuyok Huntan & Hank
- Jonathan and Diana Reeves
- Mara Fizdale
BLUE
is a mix from West Virginia who has a lot of energy to expend and love to give. He is a happy young man who will reward his new owners with much love and affection as long he has enough exercise.
SPONSORED BY
- Pete Bass
- BC and LR
- Karen Marrotte
- Skin Deep Ink LLC
- Lori Peck
- Anthony Tomassi and Kasey Keating
- In Memory of Lori Kieras
- Rebecca Rosow
- In Memory of Charlie Hurlburt
- Fetch Life LLC
ROSEY
is a Southern Hound, slightly on the older side about 7 years or so and is a very sweet natured girl. Like most hounds she enjoys being out following her nose, loves the sound of her own voice and will happily eat her way through the day. She may never have lived in a house before and is looking forward to finding out what a home and family of her own is all about.
SPONSORED BY
- The Mallon Family
- Jennifer McSherry
- Harry Brooke Park
- Sabrina Sossei
- In Loving Memory of Patricia Cretella from her MTA Sisters
- Fetch Life LLC
- Dennis Donegan
- Becki and George Hardman
- Kathy and Al O'Dell
- From your Coonhound Cousin Walker
- Cynthia Newby
MARVELLA
is a mix from the South. She is an active girl who loves to play with her toys and enjoys a good game of fetch. A friendly young lady she also enjoys interacting with other dogs but can be a bit too boisterous at times. She would make a great companion for someone looking for a dog to train and willing to keep her busy and active.
SPONSORED BY
- Chris Cats
- Melinda Luke, Sarah and Jane Timm
- In Honour of Mary Ann and Paul Hines
- Eastern Jungle Gym
- Mara Fizdale
- In Loving Memory of Patricia Cretella from her MTA Sisters
- George and Becki Hardman
- Karen and Art Knudsen
JYNX
is a 5 year old neutered male Dachshund. He needs a home as the only dog – he does not like to share. He does do fine with cats though. Jynx has stranger danger and takes time warming up to new people but once he knows you he's friends for life.
SPONSORED BY
- Mara Fizdale
- A Muddy Paw Pet Grooming
- In Memory of Lori Kieras, from the friends of Lori Kieras
- In Honor of Emily and Curtis Judd
- In Memory of Martin & Clara Sivacek
- Janet and Rich Esposito
RIGGS
is a 2 year old 40 pound, neutered male Beagle. His owners could no longer care for him properly. Riggs is a outgoing, high energy boy looking for fun family to entertain him. Riggs loves toys and to play fetch. He does well with most dogs but needs a cat free home.
SPONSORED BY
- Deborra Anderson
- Karen and Art Knudsen
- Mayor Pete Bass
- Mara Fizdale
ALLSTATE
is an 8 year old 60 pound American foxhound. Allstate was a part of a hunting club that was sold. He’s the last of the 30 hounds needing to be rehomed. Allstate is looking for a retirement home where he can be a real dog that cuddles on the couch. He will need socialization in a home environment and a cat free home he does fine with dogs his size or larger.
SPONSORED BY
- "BC & LR"
- Karen Marrote
- Mara Fizdale
- Mellisa Luke, Sarah, and Jane Timm
STELLA
and her brother were found as strays in Arkansas and thanks to some volunteers hitched a ride to CT for a happily ever after! At 4 months old and 18 pounds Stella is spayed current on vaccinations, dewormed and microchipped. Now she just needs a family to cherish her.