Don't Want to See His Blue Eyes Blue! Travis is a stunning 2-3 year old shepherd/husky mix who's looking for a home again. He's a sweet and social boy who is a staff and volunteer favorite. Travis never passed on making a new friend, loves to give hugs and thinks any time spent around you is time well spent. He came to PAWS from a local animal control facility, but is originally from Texas and has been waiting a while for his permanent digs. Travis would be a great partner for a weekend hike, a morning walk on the beach or a spring time adventure. He totally knows how to take it down a notch and would be a good companion for social time with friends, watching a movie or cuddle time. Travis would be a great buddy for a medium to large pup (no kitties or small dogs, please). He would love to head home on National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day! Please like and share to help Travis find his happily ever after. Datto Adoption Days continue through next weekend. Come meet Travis and friends, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4. #BlueEyesBlue #NationalAdoptAShelterPetDay #dogsofpawsct #DattoAdoptionDays #HappilyEverAfter

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ADOPTED! Mika went home with her former foster family to whom she's already connected. She's going to continue to enjoy lots of love, attention and the companionship of a canine brother. Congratulations to Mika and family! #ADOPTED #adoptdontshop #thinkadoptionfirst #dogsofpawsct #fosterfailure #secondchances #newbeginnings #congratulations #thankyou #happytails

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He's A Charmer! Prince is a 6-8 month old Shih Tzu/Havanese mix who's looking for a family to call his own. He is super cute, spunky and ready to learn new things. Prince knows some basic commands and will blossom with the right family willing to work on his training and manners. Prince has not been paired with other dogs at PAWS, but did live previously with another dog. He would probably benefit from living with an adult pup who can help show him the ropes. Prince is a perfect size for springtime travel, a weekend outing in the park or playtime. He will do well with an active family willing to give him a lot of attention and help shape him into the wonderful adult dog he can become. He is NOT ready to meet the public yet, but we are accepting applications for him now. Please like and share to help Prince to find his happily ever after♥ To adopt, file an application at www.pawsct.org.#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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Intent on Finding His Forever Home! Meet Jake! He's a one year old Australian Shepherd mix who's looking for a family to call his own. He's energetic, playful and always ready to make a new friend. Jake has represented PAWS at a few events recently and was a perfect gentleman. He's still a bit puppy and would benefit from working on his training. He would be a perfect partner for a training class and is smart, attentive and ready to learn. Jake is a higher energy boy who will do well with someone willing to keep him mentally and physically stimulated. He would be a great weekend adventure partner, may be up for a morning run or a long romp on the beach. Jake enjoys the company of other dogs and would be a great playmate and partner for another active dog. Please like an share to help Jake find the home that he's looking for♥ Come meet Jake and friends this weekend at the Datto Inc. Adoption Event! We're open Saturday and Sunday from 12-4.#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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ADOPTED! Muneca headed home with her Mom today. The two are already connected, because Muneca’s Mom was also her foster. She’s going to continue to receive lots of love, attention and great care. Happy Tails! #ADOPTED #fosterfamily #adoptdontshop #dogsofpawsct #thinkadoptionfirst #thankyou #congratulations #happytails

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Won't Give Up on Us! Drizzle is an 11 month old Black Mouth Cur mix who's still looking for a family to love. Although still shy, this girl has come so far and is looking for a family with a little patience and understanding. Once she warms, Drizzle is completely ready to give you all her love. She's sweet, funny and playful. She loves to give hugs, enjoys a good lean and all time spent as close to you as possible. Drizzle is fantastic with other dogs of all shapes and sizes and would benefit from a social and confident canine companion to help her negotiate the world. Drizzle is a beautiful girl with liquid gold eyes who has lots to give and will make someone a wonderful companion. Watching her grow and learn after a past of probably limited socialization to exploring new places, experiencing new pleasures and growing will be very rewarding to someone. This girl is looking to find her life partner and companion. Won't you like and share to help Drizzle find her way home? To adopt visit www.pawsct.org or stop by the shelter during open hours, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4♥#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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Homeward Bound! Benji left today for a loving and attentive home that will be working on his training and manners. He's going to enjoy plenty of active time, cuddling and belly rubs too! Congratulations, to Benji and family! #homewardbound #benji #trainingtime #dogsofpawsct #thinkadoptionfirst #adoptdontshop #thankyou #congratulations

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Ready to Add a Little Zest to Your Routine? Meet Zumba! He's a 9 month old chihuahua mix who's ready to be your playmate and partner. This cutie has lots of enthusiasm, energy and is always ready to go. He enjoys a game of chase, chewing on a squeaky toy and a lively walk. He will be a great buddy for an active family willing to work on his training and manners. Zumba hasn't been paired yet with other dogs at PAWS, but does show positive interest. He would be a great playmate and companion for another active dog and may even be willing to share a home with a larger dog. Zumba is a great size for travel, a weekend shopping trip or a local excursion. He is just in need of a neuter, but can go into foster-to-adopt now. Please apply online at www.pawsct.org or at the shelter during open hours, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4. Please like and share to help Zumba find the partner he's searching for♥#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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Mable Was So Excited She Could Hardly Sit Still! She's going to be spending the holiday weekend with her new family. Mable will be working on her training, enjoying lots of playtime and giving her family lots of love. We are so grateful to all of the wonderful families who are committed to adoption and help our dogs find their homes for the holiday! Happy Tails! #ADOPTED #holidayweekend #gotchaday #dogsofpawsct #thinkadoptionfirst #adoptdontshop #happytails #thankyou #congrats

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When You Believe! Sometimes in rescue all the negatives can start to be overwhelming: the returns, the behavioral issues, the neglect and misunderstanding, the medical issues and suffering. But it is moments like these that reaffirm why we do what we do. Major's Mom recently wrote us with this update: Just writing to share a photo with you from my Mom's birthday yesterday. This is Major’s first extended family portrait. Everyone loves him and he’s snuggling up and giving kisses to all. Thank you for all you’ve done to bring us so much love in this tiny, bitey bundle. We are forever grateful. This is what the power of determination, persistence, teamwork and, most importantly, LOVE can do. Helping a scared, insecure, struggling little dog or a near feral cat become able to accept love, attention and understanding and become part of a FAMILY. We are unbelievably grateful for all that YOU do to support us in this process. From our donors, to our social media followers, our staff, trainers, volunteers, fosters and adopters. This is community, love, and belief at it's best, and it is what makes these transformations possible. Thank You! #whenyoubelieve #transformations #adoptfostervolunteerdonate #pawsomestaff #pawsomevolunteers #dogsofpawsct #catsofpawsct #getyourrescueon #postivereinforcement #happydog #familyportrait #THANKYOU #LOVE

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These Happy Faces Say it All! Peluche was ADOPTED today! He's going to be receiving lots of attention and love and enjoying playtime with his new best friends. Congratulations to Peluche and family! A big thank you to our adoption counseling volunteers who are pivotal in making these happy endings possible♥ #ADOPTED #happyfaces #thinkadoptionfirst #dogsofpawsct #bestfriend #thankyou #congratulations #adoptfostervolunteerdonate #pawsomevolunteers

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Hoping to be Homeward Bound! Benji is a 2 year old Lhasa mix who came to PAWS from a local animal control facility where he had been for a while. He's a friendly, active and busy boy who is ready to be the center of someone's attention. Benji is a great partner for daily walks, weekend active time and training time. He's a smart and attentive boy who already knows some basic commands. He has shown some food resource issues so would do best with an experienced adult home willing to provide some structure and training. PAWS can provide his adoptive family with some training guidelines. Benji is a handsome and happy boy who will really thrive with the right attention. He will be available for adoption after seeing PAWS' vet this week, but you can meet him now. Please like and share to help Benji find his way home♥ To adopt, visit www.pawsct.org or stop by the shelter during open hours, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4.#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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ADOPTED! Reggie went to an experienced and loving home. He will enjoy long walks, lots of attention and plenty of exercise. Congratulations to Reggie and his family! #ADOPTED #newbeginnings #thinkadoptionfirst #dogsofpawsct #thankyou #congratulations #happytails

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Meet Mika! She's a 6-7 year old petite terrier mix who's as cute as they come. Mika loves attention, gentle petting and snuggle time. She's a great partner for hanging out and watching a movie, social time with friends and cuddling on the couch at the end of the day. Mika has some visual impairment, but negotiates the world quite well. She is a great active time partner too. Mika enjoys a long walk, sunning in the backyard and time spent exploring new scents. She came to PAWS from a local animal control facility, where she was understandably scared. She came around quite nicely with the help of our wonderful volunteers and is ready to be the center of someone's attention. Please like and share Mika to help her find a home where she can be cherished. PAWS is so grateful to our wonderful volunteers for all the love and attention they provide PAWS' animals. This is so critical to helping make our animals happy and healthy and central to them finding their forever homes. During National Volunteer Week we just want to take a moment to express our profound gratitude. Thank you! #nationalvolunteerweek #grateful #thankyou #dogsofpawsct #meetmika #cutie #cuddlebug #adoptabledogs #adoptdontshop #thinkadoptionfirst #pawsomevolunteers

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Your Smiling Face! Mable is a 2 year old hound/shepherd mix who's looking for a family to share good times with. She originated from a local animal control facility, but had made the long trip from Texas prior to coming to that facility. We know it's been quite a while since this girl was in a home, and she's definitely ready to get away from the stresses of shelter life. Mable is ready to be someone's pet companion on National Pet Day! Mable is sweet, social and outgoing. She enjoys a good game of fetch and a vigorous hike, but also enjoys cuddle time with you. She enjoys the company of other dogs, play time and a long walk in the park. Mable likes everyone, but has shown some resource issues, so would be best for an adult home or a home with older children. These issues could be related to the stress of all the transitions Mable has been through. PAWS' trainers are currently working with her and will provide her adopters with some training support. Mable is a great partner for a springtime adventure, copilot for your in town errands, and active time buddy. She's been waiting for a home for a bit and is ready to help brighten up your life. She's a real sweetheart who will make someone a wonderful companion. Please like and share to help Mable find the better life she is looking for. To adopt, visit www.pawsct.org or stop by the shelter during open hours, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4. Share your pet photos in the comments below! #nationalpetday #yoursmilingface #marvelousmable #journeys #texasrose #readyforahome #dogsofpawsct #secondchances #companion #partner #copilot #likeandshare #lookingforherhappilyeverafter

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Cute and Cuddly, but definitely not just a Teddy! Meet Peluche! He's a 3 year old Pomeranian mix who's active, playful and energetic. Peluche is always ready to greet you with a play bow followed by a vigorous game of tug of war, chase or fetch time. He's a smart boy who's eager to learn and who would benefit from mental stimulation and training time. He can be vocal on leash around other dogs, but has shared a home with another dog and would probably benefit from an energetic canine playmate. Peluche would be a great partner for springtime travel, social time or weekend adventures. He will do well with an active and attentive family willing to make him a central part of the day's activities. Peluche is neutered, just needs to see PAWS' vet and will be ready to go! Please like and share Peluche to help him find his perfect fit. To adopt, fill out an application at www.pawsct.org.#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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Wonder! One of the things we so love about puppies and kittens and young children is the way they look at the world with brand new eyes. Pumba still clearly has a strong sense of wonder, but this pup has done far too much of his growing up in a shelter. He needs someone who's really going to give him the guidance, consistency and focus that he needs. Pumba has a history of mouthiness when he's stimulated, but has been working on his training. He loves play time with other dogs, but has been leash reactive at times. He's working with PAWS' trainers, staff and volunteers on his leash manners. He's a sweet and social boy who thinks everyone he meets is a good friend. Pumba is super cute, playful and energetic. He would do well with an active family willing to continue working on his manners and help him become the exceptional adult dog he can become. PAWS will provide his adopter with continued support. If you can't adopt, please like and share or consider helping PAWS help our dogs by volunteering. We always need help with exercise, training and outings. This helps keep that sense of wonder alive for all our dogs, even those who have to wait a little longer for their forever homes. Please visit www.pawsct.org to adopt, for more info or call the shelter at (203) 750-9572. Thank you to Michael Bagley Photography for the beautiful photo! #wonder #brandneweyes #pumba #notexactlykingofthejungle #pumbaneedsapal #dogsofpawsct #pawsomevolunteers #adoptfostervolunteerdonate #petadoptionproject #adoptdontshop #adoptabull #loveabull #likeandshare #thankyou

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ADOPTED! Lola went to an experienced and loving home. She will enjoy lots of walks, belly rubs and plenty of love. We couldn't be happier for Lola and her family! #ADOPTED #newbeginnings #thinkadoptionfirst #dogsofpawsct #thankyou #congratulations #happytails

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This has to be one of our most favorite recent adoptions! Sweet Sheldon was ADOPTED today by his foster mom. As much as we loved this wonderful boy, we couldn't be happier to see him go. He will continue to receive lots of love, plenty of exercise and social time. We are so grateful to our wonderful fosters, particularly those who foster "harder to place" dogs whether because of medical or behavioral needs, or in this case simply breed. Thank you♥ Congratulations to Sheldon and his Mom! #ADOPTED #dogsofpawsct #adoptabulls #loveabulls #thinkadoptionfirst #fosterfailure #adoptdontshop #sweetsheldon #thankyou #congratulations

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GOING HOME! Sweet Edie has been with various rescues for the last few years, but yesterday she was ADOPTED! Edie went to an experienced and loving home where she will be the center of attention. She’s going to enjoy lots of love, long walks and chill time. Congrats to Edie and family❤️ #GoingHome #ADOPTED #foreverhome #adoptdontshop #dogsofpawsct #seniorpensionplan #oldisgold #adoptasenior #thankyou #congrats

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Ready to Get the Show on the Road! Meet Lola! She's a 6 year old beagle/bulldog mix who's so ready for a family to share good times with. Lola came from a local animal control facility where she's been waiting for a bit. Although they adored her there, they would really love to see her in a home. Lola is an energetic girl who has a zest for life. She's never met a squeaky toy she didn't like, enjoys training time and tracking a good scent. Lola enjoys the company of other dogs and would be a good playmate and buddy for another energetic dog. She is friendly, outgoing and social. She's a great partner for a springtime camping trip, day at the lake or hanging out with friends. Lola is ready to pack her bags and be your copilot for whatever you want to do. Please like and share and help this cutie find here way home♥ To adopt, apply at www.pawsct.org or stop by the shelter during open hours, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4.#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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It Gets Better! Reggie is looking forward to a brighter future with a forever family. He's a one year old Ridgeback mix who's got plenty of energy to spare. Reggie would do best with an active family willing to keep him mentally and physically engaged. He would be a great partner for a weekend hiking adventure, a morning run on the beach or play time with friends. Reggie is a social and outgoing dog who enjoys making new friends. Once he makes your acquaintance, he's eager to be as close to you as possible and never passed on a good lean or hug. Reggie seems to enjoy the company of other dogs and would be a great buddy for another active dog. He knows some basic commands and is smart and eager to learn. He would be a great companion for advanced level classes or agility. To adopt, file an application online at www.pawsct.org or stop by the shelter during open hours, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4. Please like and share to help Reggie find his brighter future♥#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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Looking to Catch a Forever Family! Meet Wile E! Wile E is a 6-8 year old Whippet mix who is looking for a family willing to take it a little slow. Wile E came to PAWS from New York City Animal Control. While he was a little fearful before, the stress of transport and another transition really took a toll on this little guy. PAWS' staff and volunteers have been working patiently and lovingly with him, and he's making lots of progress. Wile E enjoys a brisk walk, play time with his doggy buddies and belly rubs. He has lenticular scelrosis in his eyes which is a normal age related change and doesn't need medical attention and doesn't significantly affect his vision. Wile E is a serious cutie who's got loads of personality! He would probably be willing to share a home with another dog. Wile E is a nice size for a travel buddy, a weekend adventure or a snuggling partner. He's got energy for whatever you want to do. He will do best in an adult home with dog experience. If you'd like to meet Wile E we'd be happy to introduce this perky boy, as well as provide some training support. Please like and share to help Wile E catch the family he's looking for♥ To adopt, visit www.pawsct.org or stop by the shelter during open hours, Tuesday through Sunday 12-4.#dog #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #dogs #dogsofpawsct #cute #shelterdogs #shelterdogsrock #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoptyourbestfriend #makeadifference #savealifeadopt #rescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #photooftheday #available #availableforadoption #paws #pawsct #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcounty #connecticut #newyork

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