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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