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Puppies and dogs in Rhode Island

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

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female Puppy
East Greenwich, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Rusty is just a cool little puppy who would be an excellent pal for a young child growing up with their best friend.   His mother entered our program ready to deliver and within a week Phantom and his littermates arrived. They were the cutest sweet furballs.   Since he is a puppy, he needs to have a patient adopter who will work with potty training. Also, puppies are chewers, so please consider these important facts before adopting a puppy.   Rusty is very playful with his littermates and LOVES TOYS, especially squeaky ones! He also loves water and playing in kiddie pools.   He is fully vetted: neutered, up to date on all vaccines, and microchipped.   He is headed to New England November 6th. Apply now and this sweet boy may be yours. Rusty adoption fee is $500 and that includes the cost of transport.  ##2885109##
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Rusty

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male
East Greenwich, RI
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Phantom

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
East Greenwich, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Phantom is just a cool little puppy who would be an excellent pal for a young child growing up with their best friend.   His mother entered our program ready to deliver and within a week Phantom and his littermates arrived. They were the cutest sweet furballs.   Since he is a puppy, he needs to have a patient adopter who will work with potty training. Also, puppies are chewers, so please consider these important facts before adopting a puppy.   Phantom is very playful with his littermates and LOVES TOYS, especially squeaky ones! He also loves water and playing in kiddie pools.   He is fully vetted: neutered, up to date on all vaccines, and microchipped.   He is headed to New England November 6th. Apply now and this sweet boy may be yours. Phantoms adoption fee is $500 and that includes the cost of transport.  ##2885074##
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Monica

Australian Shepherd/Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
East Greenwich, RI
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(when grown) -
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Good with dogs,
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Monica was rescued from a large hoarding case involving 47 dogs. In spite of her troubled past, she has grown into a very sweet and loving dog learning to be playful and trusting.   She is active and would make an excellent dog to go hiking. A people pleaser, she is eager learn and will make a great companion.   In addition to being fully vetted, she is also microchipped.   She has the cutest stubby tail and a quick smile. We believe she will weigh about 60 pounds at maturity.  currently, she is being fostered in Arkansas, Arkansas, but transport is available to New England. Our adoption fee is $450 and that includes the cost of transport. ##2885020##
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Nala

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, 8 mos
East Greenwich, RI
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Sweet Nala, is a victim of unforeseen circumstances. Her owner had to surrender her after she was evicted from her job and made the hard decision to surrender Nala to our program. Nala is young, she was born the beginning of March and all she's known is the love and care from her former owner. She gets along great with other dogs and absolutely loves people. She is potty trained, curious about Cats, but does not have a high praise drive. She has also been crate trained. With that being said, she still is a puppy and needs to be monitored so she does not chew on items. Nala Is currently being fostered in Arkansas, but transport is available to New England. Her adoption fee is $450. She is microchipped.      ##2885011##
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Dolly

Great Pyrenees

Female, 2 yrs
Johnston, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Dolly – A Beautiful Great Pyrenees with a Heart of Gold! Adoption Fee: $525 Adoption Application - Copy & Paste https://forms.gle/FmtRtYxQNnemdkdw9. Sweet Dolly has a story that will tug at your heartstrings, and now it’s her turn to find the loving forever home she deserves! Dolly was known as the neighborhood dog, wandering around and simply trying to survive. When she gave birth to a litter of puppies, someone finally reached out for help. Another rescue stepped in and took her puppies, but sadly, Dolly was left behind. When we heard about this precious mama, we knew we couldn’t leave her there. We stepped in and brought Dolly into our rescue, and we are so thankful we did! Dolly is a beautiful Great Pyrenees, just under 2 years old, with the sweetest, gentlest soul. She was terribly thin when we rescued her, but with proper care, good food, and lots of love, she’s blossomed into a gorgeous girl weighing approximately 70–75 pounds. She was also missing some of her fur including on her face. It's almost all grown back on her face. She looks like a big snowball! And let us tell you, Dolly is an absolute sweetheart! She loves everyone she meets, gets along wonderfully with other dogs, and has such a kind, loving personality. After everything she’s been through, it’s amazing how much love this girl has to give. Dolly has already spent her young life being overlooked and left behind. Now it’s her turn to be someone’s cherished family member. She deserves a home where she’ll never have to wonder where her next meal is coming from or whether someone cares about her. If you’re looking for a beautiful, gentle, loving companion, Dolly just might be your girl! Please submit an adoption application if you’d like to give sweet Dolly the forever home she deserves! Here's the adoption application, please copy & paste. https://forms.gle/FmtRtYxQNnemdkdw9 Paws of Dixie Animal Rescue adopts local and in the New England area. Our adoption fee includes the spay/neuter, up to date shots, Microchip, Alabama Health Certificate, and the transport service to get the new family pet to you. PDAR.info@gmail.com COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER INQUIRIES. If you are interested in adopting, the FIRST step is to complete an application. Please be advised that our volunteers are busy rescuing, transporting, and caring for our animals. We will respond to your application as soon as possible. Upon review of your application, the rescue in AL will contact you, so you can ask any specific questions that you may have. NOTE: All Paws of Dixie animals are located in AL foster homes. If there is more than one decision maker in the home, all of them should be in agreement. We DO NOT adopt to anyone under the age of 21

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Shelters & rescues in Rhode Island

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

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Double Dog Rescue

providence, RI 02901

Pet Types: dogs

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Wags of Monroe County - RI Transport Stop

18 Sylvan Lane, Providence, RI 02901

Pet Types: dogs

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Providence Animal Rescue League

34 Elbow St., Providence, RI 02903

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Ozark Mutts and Stuff, Inc R.I

Providence, RI 02903

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Wonder Paws Rescue - Providence, RI Transport Stop

Providence, RI 02903

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Defenders of Animal, Inc.

Providence, RI 02903

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals

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Almost Home

PO Box 6111, Providence, RI 02940

Pet Types: dogs

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North Providence Animal Shelter

900 Smithfield Road, North Providence, RI 02904

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rebound Hounds RI

Providence, RI 02904

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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