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Puppies and dogs in Connecticut

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Connecticut. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Roxie

Bichon Frise/Shih Tzu

Female, Adult

Bloomfield, CT

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,

Story

We have acquired Roxie from a private breeder. She is 3 years old. Roxie's birthday is April 17, 2023. We are looking for a household that has patience and the time to provide an exciting environment for her to run around in. The best adjectives to describe Roxie are playful, loving, loyal, curious, and mischievous.

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CT Carl

Carolina Dog/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 3 yrs

Eastford, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

Meet me at PawSafe Animal Rescue, 348 Old Colony Rd, Eastford CT Wed 4-6:30/Thurs 10:30-12:30/Sat & Sun 11-1 Meet Carl! Handsome, smart, and sporting some seriously great ears! Carl is eager to please, loves an adventure, and is dog friendly. This sweet boy is ready to find his forever family and start exploring! Due to MA Dept of Agriculture restrictions, we can not adopt to MA residents.

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Ms. Daisy

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young

Branford, CT

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

MS. DAISY IS IN HER FOSTER HOME IN MEMPHIS, TN, AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO CT ONCE ADOPTED! This super sweet pup Ms. Daisy is about 1 year old and a pure bundle of joy. Daisy loves each person and dog she meets and greets everyone with a tail wag and smile. Weighing around 45 pounds, she is the perfect size for both adventures and couch cuddles. Daisy has a soft, sleek, and unique colored coat that really compliments her big brown eyes. She is happy inside relaxing with her people, playing with the kids outside, or just sunbathing in peace and quiet. She has a playful silly side and loves her outside zoomies but is also cool, calm, and collected when needed. Daisy is housetrained, walks great on a leash, rides in the car well, and will happily go in her kennel at night or for afternoon naps. She rarely barks or whines and is a very patient and intelligent young pup. She does great with my younger kids and would be perfect for anyone looking for a sweet, loyal, and fun companion. Daisy truly is an amazingly well-behaved pup and a sweetheart softie. She is fully vetted. Vetting includes spay/neuter, microchip, rabies and all dog vaccinations. Her adoption fee of $600 includes the transport to CT. We use a licensed and registered USDA transport company that will bring Ms. Daisy up north to her new family. You can apply to adopt her today! If you have any questions, please email us at: newbeginnings_animalrescue@yahoo.com You can apply to adopt Ms. Daisy here: www.newbeginningsanimalrescue.net THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ADOPTING A RESCUED PET! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 6, 2026, 1:50 pm

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SHADOW

Labrador Retriever

Male, Senior

Branford, CT

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

SHADOW IS IN HIS FOSTER HOME IN MEMPHIS, TN, AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO CT ONCE ADOPTED! Shadow is a 7½-year-old, 80-pound dog who loves people. He is house-trained and enjoys sleeping in bed with his person. Shadow appears to be a retriever mix and is very active. Because of his size and energy level, he needs someone strong enough to handle him on walks. He also requires a secure 6-foot privacy fence, as he can climb a chain-link fence. Shadow is not good with male dogs, but can get along with larger female dogs. He is fully vetted. Vetting includes spay/neuter, microchip, rabies and all dog vaccinations. His adoption fee of $600 includes the transport to CT. We use a licensed and registered USDA transport company that will bring Shadow up north to his new family. You can apply to adopt him today! If you have any questions, please email us at: newbeginnings_animalrescue@yahoo.com You can apply to adopt Shadow here: www.newbeginningsanimalrescue.net THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ADOPTING A RESCUED PET! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 6, 2026, 1:50 pm

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CT Dwight

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos

Eastford, CT

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Meet me at PawSafe Animal Rescue, 348 Old Colony Rd, Eastford CT Wed 4-6:30/Thurs 10:30-12:30/Sat & Sun 11-1 Meet the Office Litter! This fun, silly, active bunch will keep you laughing and always keep you on your toes! They’re sweet, social, dog- and kid-friendly pups who would make wonderful additions to just about any family. If you’re looking for a happy, playful companion with plenty of personality, the Office Litter is ready to clock in for their forever homes! Due to MA Dept of Agriculture restrictions, we can not adopt to MA residents.

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CT Kevin

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos

Eastford, CT

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

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Shelters & rescues in Connecticut

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Bad To The Bone K9

Milford, CT 06461

Pet Types: dogs

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New Haven County Non-Profit Rescue

Orange, CT 06460

Pet Types: dogs

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Connie’s Canine Rescue - CT Transport Stop

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Rookies Rescue, CT

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Friends of Rescue Transport to Milford, CT

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

WTFarm Rescue - CT

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

Rescue

Australian Shepherds Furever - Connecticut Chapter

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Furry Friends Foster and Rescue Inc

Milford, CT 06460

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Pack Leaders Rescue of Orange CT

55 Boston Post Rd, Orange, CT 06477

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Stratford Animal Shelter

225 Beacon Point Rd., Stratford, CT 06614

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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