Small Dogs for Adoption in Waterbury, CT: 30 Little Dogs Looking for a Home
Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Waterbury have 34 small dogs up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Every dog on this page is listed by their rescue as small, with breeds like Chihuahua, Dachshund and Rat Terrier.
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1. Josie
Welcome Josie to CCPAL Rescue. Josie is a Chug (Chihuahua/Pug) puppy. She weighs 4 pounds and is 9 weeks old. She will be a small dog full grown. She should be 12 pounds or less. She is very sweet and has an adorable rounded head. She likes to be held, is good in a crate, goes on a wee pad and loves to play with toys. She was born at the Rescue. They took in a stray female and she was pregnant. This means the puppies get lots of attention and are very used to being in a loud and rowdy environment. Josie would be best in a home that the person doesn’t work all day every day. She needs to finish up her puppy training. Social pups make great adults and now is the time for her to spend time with her family and to go places and let people pet her. She is an AMAZING puppy. She would be fine with children. Due to her small size, we would like children to be 8 or older. She is getting her puppy vaccines and will have 3. She will then be ready for spay and adoption. She can be adopted locally in Texas or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get her to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. Her adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Josie
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See her cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
2. Dudley
Welcome Dudley to CCPAL Rescue. Dudley is a 5- pound Chiweenie. That is Dashchund/Chihuahua. He is 10 weeks old. He has a beautiful fawn and black fade coloration. He looks like Bonnie but he is a little taller and has down ears. He has a little longer legs and body. He is good in a crate, likes to be held. He is learning the wee pad and gets toys and treats from our adopters. He will get grooming and nail trims at the rescue so he will be fine with that. He would be a great dog for a lover of this breed. A smaller yard would be fine. He would be fine in a doggy daycare as he is very social. He was found as a stray. He is getting neutered and all his vaccinations at the Rescue. He is ready for his forever home. He would be best in a home with someone that doesn’t work all day everyday as he will need to finish up his puppy training. He would also be fine with children. We like them to be 8 or older. He is currently in the CCPAL Rescue in Texas. He can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. His adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200 to move him to another state. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Dudley
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
3. Clover
Welcome Clover to CCPAL Rescue. Clover is a 4.5-pound Chiweenie. She happens to look more Dachshund than Chihuahua. That is Dachshund/Chihuahua. She is 10 weeks old. She has a fawn coat that is a little longer than the typical short coat. She has a little longer body and both ears hang long and low. She is good in a crate, likes to be held. She is learning the wee pad and gets toys and treats from our adopters. She will get grooming and nail trims at the rescue so she will be fine with that. She would be a great dog for a lover of this breed. A smaller yard would be fine. Dashchund and Chihuahua are typically vocal but if you raise as a puppy and correct her by saying “no” this should help as an adult.
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She would be fine in a doggy daycare as she is very social. Right now, I would say she is very sweet and very cuddly. People who have had this breed love it for the loyalty to their human. She is getting spayed and all her vaccinations at the Rescue. She is ready for her forever home. She would be best in a home with someone that doesn’t work all day everyday as she will need to finish up her puppy training. She would also be fine with children. We like them to be 8 or older due to her small size and trusting nature. A house with less stairs and less split levels would be best for her. She is currently in the CCPAL Rescue in Texas. She can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. Her adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200 to move her to another state. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See her cute video!
- Good with dogs
4. Bonnie
Welcome Bonnie to CCPAL Rescue. Bonnie is a 4.5 pound Chiweenie. That is Dashchund/Chihuahua. She is 10 weeks old. She has a beautiful fade coloration from tan to black. She has a little longer body and one down and one sideways ear. She is good in a crate, likes to be held. She is learning the wee pad and gets toys and treats from our adopters. She will get grooming and nail trims at the rescue so she will be fine with that. She would be a great dog for a lover of this breed. A smaller yard would be fine. Dashchund and Chihuahua are typically vocal but if you raise as a puppy and correct her by saying “no” this should help as an adult. She would be fine in a doggy daycare as she is very social. People who have had this breed love it for the loyalty to their human. She is getting spayed and all her vaccinations at the Rescue. She is ready for her forever home. She would be best in a home with someone that doesn’t work all day everyday as she will need to finish up her puppy training. She would also be fine with children. We like them to be 8 or older. She is currently in the CCPAL Rescue in Texas. She can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. Her adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200 to move her to another state. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Bonnie
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See her cute video!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
5. Scooter
Welcome Scooter to CCPAL Rescue. Scooter is a Chug (Chihuahua/Pug) puppy. He weighs 5 pounds and is 9 weeks old. He will be a small dog full grown. He should be 15 pounds or less. He is very sweet and has an adorable rounded head. He likes to be held, is good in a crate, goes on a wee pad and loves to play with toys. He was born at the Rescue. They took in a stray female and she was pregnant. This means the puppies get lots of attention and are very used to being in a loud and rowdy environment. Scooter would be best in a home that the person doesn’t work all day every day. He needs to finish up his puppy training. Social pups make great adults and now is the time for him to spend time with his family and to go places and let people pet him. He is an AMAZING puppy. He would be fine with children. Due to his small size, we would like children to be 8 or older. He is getting his puppy vaccines and will have 3. He will then be ready for neuter and adoption. He still pees like a girl which is great as it means he won’t be a marker. He can be adopted locally in Texas or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. His adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Scooter
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
6. Juliette
Welcome Juliette to CCPAL Rescue. Juliette is a Chug (Chihuahua/Pug) puppy. She weighs 4 pounds and is 9 weeks old. She will be a small dog full grown. She should be 12 pounds or less. She is very sweet and has an adorable rounded head. She likes to be held, is good in a crate, goes on a wee pad and loves to play with toys. She was born at the Rescue. They took in a stray female and she was pregnant. This means the puppies get lots of attention and are very used to being in a loud and roudy environment. Juliette would be best in a home that the person doesn’t work all day everyday. She needs to finish up her puppy training. Social pups make great adults and now is the time for her to spend time with her family and to go places and let people pet her. She is an AMAZING puppy. She would be fine with children. Due to her small size, we would like children to be 8 or older. She is getting her puppy vaccines and will have 3. She will then be ready for spay and adoption. She can be adopted locally in Texas or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get her to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. Her adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Juliette
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See her cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
7. Waylon
Welcome Waylon to CCPAL Rescue. Waylon is a 6- pound Chiweenie. That is Dashchund/Chihuahua. He is 10 weeks old. He has the traditional markings of the Dashchund. He has a little longer legs and body. He is good in a crate, likes to be held. He is learning the wee pad and gets toys and treats from our adopters. He will get grooming and nail trims at the rescue so he will be fine with that. He would be a great dog for a lover of this breed. A smaller yard would be fine. He would be fine in a doggy daycare as he is very social. He was found as a stray. He is getting neutered and all his vaccinations at the Rescue. He is ready for his forever home. He would be best in a home with someone that doesn’t work all day everyday as he will need to finish up his puppy training. He would also be fine with children. We like them to be 8 or older. He is currently in the CCPAL Rescue in Texas. He can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. His adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200 to move him to another state. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Waylon
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
8. Bernard
Meet Bernard a little dog who proves that the best things often come in small packages. This handsome Chihuahua is about 2 years old and has been making wonderful progress while spending the past several months in foster care. With his sweet personality and gentle heart Bernard is ready to find a family who will give him the patience understanding and love he deserves.Bernard is a small dog with a beautiful, white and copper brown coat. While he is petite in size, (10 pounds) he has plenty of charm to share. He can a be a bit shy at first but with slow introductions and gentle guidance, he will be a confident companion and lap dog.
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He enjoys being close to his people and continues to grow in confidence as he experiences the world around him. One of the things that makes Bernard so special is his sweet and friendly nature. He is good with other dogs and good with children which makes him a wonderful companion for many families. His history with cats is unknown. He will do well in a fairly active family with his medium energy level. When excitement stirs, he will display his short duration zoomie activity before settling down. Bernard is at master status with his house and crate training. He continues to work hard on his leash walking skills. Although Bernard is housetrained, it is important to remember that accidents can occur while adjusting to a new home environment. Like many small dogs Bernard can sometimes feel overwhelmed by busy environments. Giving him time to adjust and allowing trust to develop naturally will help him feel safe and secure in his new home.With his gentle temperament willingness to learn and success in foster care Bernard has so much to offer. He would thrive in a home where his family understands the importance of patience and positive reinforcement. As his confidence continues to grow he is sure to become an even more devoted companion.If you are looking for a sweet small dog who is ready to build a lasting bond with a loving family, Bernard may be the perfect match for you. This charming boy is ready to leave foster care behind and begin the next chapter of his life with people he can call his own.* When considering adoption, keep in mind that dogs thrive on structure and routine. They adjust much better when their owners are committed to providing consistency and stability.The adoption fee for Bernard is $500. That includes the cost of spaying/neutering, up to date vaccinations, foster care, rescue and transportation fees. To get the ball rolling, head over to our Adoption Application and submit your application today. A Dog Star representative will contact you within 24 hours. To speed up the process, contact your vet and give them permission to speak with us.If you do not get a response within 24 hours, check your spam folder.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
9. Clyde
Clyde may be small, but he is ready to make a big getaway straight into your heart! This adorable 4-month-old male Chihuahua mixed breed pup is a tiny guy with a short black and white coat and a whole lot of love to give. He is around 7 pounds and is estimated to be a small dog of under 25 pounds when fully grown. Clyde came into rescue alongside his sibling Bonnie, and now this little guy is ready to find a forever family of his own.Clyde is a young, playful puppy who is good with dogs and children. He is at the perfect age to learn, explore, and discover all the wonderful things the world has to offer.
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Clyde has not met a cat, so his relationship with cats is unknown at this time. With gentle introductions, positive experiences, and plenty of love, he will have a wonderful opportunity to grow into a confident and loving companion.House training, crate training, and leash training are all in progress as Clyde learns his new routines. He will thrive with a family prepared for the time and commitment that comes with raising a puppy, including consistent training, regular exercise, socialization, patience, and positive reinforcement. Although many dogs become reliable with house training, accidents can still occur while adjusting to a new home environment.Clyde may be a partner in crime with Bonnie, but his greatest adventure will be finding a family to love him forever! If you are looking for a pint-sized sidekick to share your days with cuddles, playtime, and plenty of happy memories, Clyde is ready to make his great escape right into your heart. * When considering adoption, keep in mind that dogs thrive on structure and routine. They adjust much better when their owners are committed to providing consistency and stability.The adoption fee for Clyde is $500. That includes the cost of spaying/neutering, up to date vaccinations, foster care, rescue and transportation fees. To get the ball rolling, head over to our Adoption Application and submit your application today. A Dog Star representative will contact you within 24 hours. To speed up the process, contact your vet and give them permission to speak with us.If you do not get a response within 24 hours, check your spam folder.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
10. Maizy meet me
Maizy is a sweet, fun, silly pup and she's ready for a home of her own. She's currently almost 5 months old, she LOVES people, and she also really loves playing with her litter mates. She is going to be a pleasure to train as she grows up and she's going to be an amazing best friend for her people. If you'd like to add some fun & joy to your life, Maizy is ready to bring it! Her foster mom would love to do a virtual meet so if you think Maizy could be a good fit for your household, we'd love to hear from you. *More pics coming soon! This puppy Is spayed/neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, treated for all of the intestinal parasites, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative.
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Because intestinal parasites are cyclical, your puppy may need additional treatment once you get him/her home. This is common and nothing to be alarmed about. Puppies and dogs need to be treated periodically for parasites throughout their entire lives. Visit our website to see our weekend Events here! Pups with the designated “meet me” next to their names are in CT and ready to attend adoption events. Please check with your adoption coordinator if you are interested in a specific dog prior to coming to an event, as a dog's availability to attend can change at any time. We can not guarantee approval on site at the events, so we recommend applying ahead of time. You can apply at the event, but the application process may not be able to be completed the same day. If you are not pre-approved, you are still welcome to come and meet pups at the event! The adoption fee is $600 which includes spay/neuter, up to date vaccinations, flea/tick and heartworm preventatives, and the mandatory CT HB 5368 fee. More and more of our adopters are having fun with DNA tests on their pups. You might ask yourself why our breed guess is varying degrees of difference from the DNA tests. Most of our puppies are rescued from high kill shelters or other abandonment situations and we have no info on parents. When we rescue puppies that have no background info, we make our very best educated guess as to breed mix and age. Our guesstimate comes from years and years and years of animal welfare work and training, but our guesses won't always agree with your vet, your neighbor, your DNA test, etc. The most important thing to know about your puppy's breed mix is that most likely he/she is a Super Lovable Mutt made of many many many different breeds. If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at the Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get an automatically generated confirmation email. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
11. Lil Judy meet me
Lil Judy is a sweet, fun, silly pup and she's ready for a home of her own. She's currently almost 5 months old, she LOVES people, and she also really loves playing with her litter mates. She is going to be a pleasure to train as she grows up and she's going to be an amazing best friend for her people. If you'd like to add some fun & joy to your life, Lil Judy is ready to bring it! Her foster mom would love to do a virtual meet so if you think Judy could be a good fit for your household, we'd love to hear from you. *More pics coming soon! This puppy Is spayed/neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, treated for all of the intestinal parasites, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative.
Read more about Lil Judy meet me
Because intestinal parasites are cyclical, your puppy may need additional treatment once you get him/her home. This is common and nothing to be alarmed about. Puppies and dogs need to be treated periodically for parasites throughout their entire lives. Visit our website to see our weekend Events here! Pups with the designated “meet me” next to their names are in CT and ready to attend adoption events. Please check with your adoption coordinator if you are interested in a specific dog prior to coming to an event, as a dog's availability to attend can change at any time. We can not guarantee approval on site at the events, so we recommend applying ahead of time. You can apply at the event, but the application process may not be able to be completed the same day. If you are not pre-approved, you are still welcome to come and meet pups at the event! The adoption fee is $600 which includes spay/neuter, up to date vaccinations, flea/tick and heartworm preventatives, and the mandatory CT HB 5368 fee. WANT TO MEET OUR DOGS IN PERSON? Check the Events tab on cprdogs.com for all weekend adoption event info. The majority of the dogs marked as 'meet me' will be there to see you! More and more of our adopters are having fun with DNA tests on their pups. You might ask yourself why our breed guess is varying degrees of difference from the DNA tests. Most of our puppies are rescued from high kill shelters or other abandonment situations and we have no info on parents. When we rescue puppies that have no background info, we make our very best educated guess as to breed mix and age. Our guesstimate comes from years and years and years of animal welfare work and training, but our guesses won't always agree with your vet, your neighbor, your DNA test, etc. The most important thing to know about your puppy's breed mix is that most likely he/she is a Super Lovable Mutt made of many many many different breeds. If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at the Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get an automatically generated confirmation email. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
12. Jasper 2.0
My name is Jasper, and I'm the sweetest little 5 month old, 18 pound love that you'll ever meet. I can be a little shy at first, but give me a little time and I’ll be full speed ahead! I’m just checking everything out before deciding if I want to stay—and making sure you have all the important things: good food, fun toys and a soft bed. Once I decide you’re my person, I’ll most likely become your very best friend! This puppy Is spayed/neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, treated for all of the intestinal parasites, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative. Because intestinal parasites are cyclical, your puppy may need additional treatment once you get him/her home.
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This is common and nothing to be alarmed about. Puppies and dogs need to be treated periodically for parasites throughout their entire lives. The adoption fee is $450 if your adoption is prepaid prior to your pup's arrival. An additional $50 will be charged on puppies that are adopted at an event, or foster home. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with CT HB 5368. WANT TO MEET OUR DOGS IN PERSON? Check the Events tab on cprdogs.com for all weekend adoption event info. The majority of the dogs marked as 'meet me' will be there to see you! More and more of our adopters are having fun with DNA tests on their pups. You might ask yourself why our breed guess is varying degrees of difference from the DNA tests. Most of our puppies are rescued from high kill shelters or other abandonment situations and we have no info on parents. When we rescue puppies that have no background info, we make our very best educated guess as to breed mix and age. Our guesstimate comes from years and years and years of animal welfare work and training, but our guesses won't always agree with your vet, your neighbor, your DNA test, etc. The most important thing to know about your puppy's breed mix is that most likely he/she is a Super Lovable Mutt made of many many many different breeds. If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at the Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get an automatically generated confirmation email. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
13. Jack meet me
Jack is a pint-sized, Very Good Boy and he's ready for a home of his own. He's sweet & friendly, gets along well with other dogs, and is doing a good job going potty outside. He came to CPR recently and is doing very well in foster care. His foster mom was told he was blind in both eyes but he must have some vision as he has been getting around his foster home without any issues since his arrival. As his vision is certainly very limited (or he is blind), whoever is lucky enough to adopt this gem of a pup will need to ensure his safety as he is quite small and whatever vision he may have is impaired.
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Jack is a happy, loving, social pup and he is going to be a joy to his new family. He's currently in foster care in CT and available for meets! If you think he might be a good fit for your household or would like to learn more about him, we'd love to hear from you. Jack is spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative. All dogs 6 month + receive a Proheart 6 injection at the time of their heartworm test. This provides heartworm prevention for 6 months from the time of that injection. This dog has tested negative for heartworms. The adoption fee is $450 if your adoption is prepaid and final prior to your dog's arrival. An additional $50 will be charged on dogs that are adopted at an event, or foster home. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with CT HB 5368. WANT TO MEET OUR DOGS IN PERSON? Check the Events tab on cprdogs.com for all weekend adoption event info. The majority of the dogs marked as 'meet me' will be there to see you! If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at our Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get a confirmation. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
14. Bruno
Bruno is a 6 yr old laid back guy that doesn’t need much fuss. He walks great on leash, Housebroke, rides great in the car, gets along with all the fosters dogs. He sleeps on the end of the human bed at night and doesn’t make a peep. Very confident and not vocal at all. Just a dream dog looking for his own personal family to call his own. He won’t last long so best to get them applications in. Bruno is spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative. All dogs 6 month + receive a Proheart 6 injection at the time of their heartworm test. This provides heartworm prevention for 6 months from the time of that injection.
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This dog has tested neg for heartworms. The adoption fee is $450 if your adoption is prepaid and final prior to your dog's arrival. An additional $50 will be charged on dogs that are adopted at an event, or foster home. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with CT HB 5368. WANT TO MEET OUR DOGS IN PERSON? Check the Events tab on cprdogs.com for all weekend adoption event info. The majority of the dogs marked as 'meet me' will be there to see you! If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at our Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get a confirmation. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
15. Beyonce meet me
Beyonce is a cute, super fun, 1 yr old, 25 pound pup that's ready to bring the party to her new home. She loves people and other dogs, and she will make a great partner for walks around your neighborhood or hikes on the trails. She won't judge your tv show choices when it's time to relax on the couch at the end of the day. If you think she might be a good fit for your household, we'd love to hear from you. Apply to adopt at www.cprdogs.com. Beyonce is spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative. All dogs 6 month + receive a Proheart 6 injection at the time of their heartworm test.
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This provides heartworm prevention for 6 months from the time of that injection. The adoption fee is $500 which includes spay/neuter, up to date vaccinations, flea/tick and heartworm preventatives, and the mandatory CT HB 5368 fee. This dog tested negative for heartworms. Visit our website to see our weekend Events here! Pups with the designated “meet me” next to their names are in CT and ready to attend adoption events. Please check with your adoption coordinator if you are interested in a specific dog prior to coming to an event, as a dog's availability to attend can change at any time. We can not guarantee approval on site at the events, so we recommend applying ahead of time. You can apply at the event, but the application process may not be able to be completed the same day. If you are not pre-approved, you are still welcome to come and meet pups at the event! If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at our Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get a confirmation. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
16. Apple Nugget
Apple Nugget is a itty-bitty little girl looking for her forever home. We believe she is a chiweenie but not for certain. She has a longer body and just resembles a weenie breed. Whatever breed she is, she is a cutie pootootie:) Apple Nugget is very smart and has already learned to use a doggie door at her foster mom's home. She loves to snuggle. She has been playing with her foster friends and likes to be the boss especially when it comes to doggie toys. She doesn't really like to share, but who does?? Apple Nugget would be a great addition to any family!! Go ahead and apply for her today so she can start planning her journey to her forever home! This puppy Is spayed/neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, treated for all of the intestinal parasites, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative.
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Because intestinal parasites are cyclical, your puppy may need additional treatment once you get him/her home. This is common and nothing to be alarmed about. Puppies and dogs need to be treated periodically for parasites throughout their entire lives. The adoption fee is $550 if your adoption is prepaid prior to your pup's arrival. An additional $50 will be charged on puppies that are adopted at an event, or foster home. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with CT HB 5368. WANT TO MEET OUR DOGS IN PERSON? Check the Events tab on cprdogs.com for all weekend adoption event info. The majority of the dogs marked as 'meet me' will be there to see you! More and more of our adopters are having fun with DNA tests on their pups. You might ask yourself why our breed guess is varying degrees of difference from the DNA tests. Most of our puppies are rescued from high kill shelters or other abandonment situations and we have no info on parents. When we rescue puppies that have no background info, we make our very best educated guess as to breed mix and age. Our guesstimate comes from years and years and years of animal welfare work and training, but our guesses won't always agree with your vet, your neighbor, your DNA test, etc. The most important thing to know about your puppy's breed mix is that most likely he/she is a Super Lovable Mutt made of many many many different breeds. If you are a MA resident, your new family member is required to go through a mandatory 48 hour quarantine period at the Woburn MA isolation facility. Your new family member will be dropped off by our transport on Thursday and will be ready for you to pick him/her up on Saturday between 11 am-1 pm. An additional $100 fee will be added for any dogs picked up from the Woburn MA quarantine facility. This additional fee is necessary in order to comply with MA Order 405-CD-12 and Order 1-AHO-05. TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO www.cprdogs.com. If your application was successfully submitted you will get an automatically generated confirmation email. Please DO NOT USE the ADOPTAPET "CONTACT THIS RESCUE GROUP" form below or you may not hear from us as these often end up in spam or bouncing back. After receipt of your application, an adoption counselor will then be in touch to answer your questions about this pup, discuss the adoption process and get the ball rolling! If you have not heard from one of our volunteers within 5 days of submitting your application, please email mollibo@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
17. Blanca
Welcome Blanca to CCPAL Rescue. She is a 2 year old Rat Terrier mix. She came in from a hoarding situation. We received 3 dogs from this case. One was adopted already and one had to go to a specialized trainer in another Rescue. Blanca has started opening up and allowing people to pet her and hold her. She never got any attention in her original home, the hoarder. She is good with other dogs and causes no issues. She is kennel trained and her response to being afraid is to run and hide. She is a timid girl and not the social butterfly. She would be perfect with a person that is more introverted and wants a pet that is also similar. Blanca would be satisfied being at home with you all the time. A small walk in the yard would be fine. She until now, has not walked on leash. She is learning to do it at our Rescue. She would like a patient owner and a quieter home. An older couple or older single person would be great. Someone with a quieter home. She would be fine kenneled away if you had a party or people over. She is not very vocal and prefers to blend into the woodwork. She is really a great dog for the right family. She is getting her vaccinations, nail trims and will be spayed soon and ready for her forever home. She could be adopted locally in Texas or we could work with one of the wonderful transporters to get her to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. Her adoption fee is $400 and transport is $200. . Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Blanca
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See her cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
18. Penelope
Please give a warm welcome to little Penelope, who is coming north from Louisiana in search of a loving forever home and family.Penelope is a Rat Terrier/Mixed breed girl who is just over one year old and a petite 19 pounds, making her a small dog (10-31 pounds). The rat terrier is known for being sturdy and energetic. Penelope is happy to spend time making friends and playing with children and other dogs. It is not known if she enjoys spending time with cats.Penelope is working at her house and leash training. Rescue dogs should be expected to have accidents as they become accustomed to a new home, family and routines.
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If crate training is anticipated, Penelope requires a crate that lets her lie down, stand up and turn around. Crates should never be used for punishment, should be warm and cozy dens and Penelope should be able to go in and out as she desires during training. Her past is a bit of a mystery, but if you are open to discovering all this little girl can offer in companionship and affection, she is ready to come home with you.* When considering adoption, keep in mind that dogs thrive on structure and routine. They adjust much better when their owners are committed to providing consistency and stability.The adoption fee for Penelope is $500. That includes the cost of spaying/neutering, up to date vaccinations, foster care, rescue and transportation fees. To get the ball rolling, head over to our Adoption Application and submit your application today. A Dog Star representative will contact you within 24 hours. To speed up the process, contact your vet and give them permission to speak with us.If you do not get a response within 24 hours, check your spam folder.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
19. Celia
Celia Bio
Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying.
Energy level:
high
Potty training:
pee pads
Fenced yard:
preferred, not required
Shared walls:
unsuitable
People:
all
Dogs:
all
Other:
food motivated, separation anxiety
Overview
Meet Celia, an adorable 7-month-old, 10-pound brown purebred Dachshund puppy. Celia came to Little Paws as an owner surrender after her previous owner no longer had enough time to care for her. She is a playful, affectionate puppy with a joyful little personality who is all about love and happiness.
Environment
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Celia has a high energy level and loves going on walks, playing every day, and getting active exercise. She walks well on a leash and loves exploring. She has not tried crate training as she hasn't needed a crate so far. Because she has separation anxiety and can be quite chatty and vocal when left alone, she is not suitable for living arrangements with shared walls like apartments or townhomes. She needs an adopter willing to work on the separation anxiety. She relies on pee pads for her indoor potty routine.
Pets & People
Celia absolutely loves other dogs and is always ready to play, frequently trying to get resident dogs to join in her games. She is happiest when she has another dog around to interact with. With people, Celia is very nervous and skittish when first meeting new people, so she needs a little time, space, and patience to feel comfortable. She has never growled or tried to bite, and she has been curious around children and babies, approaching them cautiously before building confidence. She is highly food-motivated and will try to steal food if given the chance, but she responds wonderfully to quick verbal corrections.
Location
Celia is available for adoption from Doral, FL. Please email applications@littlepawsdr.org with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above.
The adoption fee for Celia is $600.00.
- Good with dogs
20. Taco
Some are spicy, others are mild and some fall right in between. We are talking about tacos here and although they are not known to be sweet, we beg to differ with our 2-year-old Chihuahua mix, Taco. Taco found his way into rescue when he was picked up as a stray, so his past is a mystery, but we know this boy has a dynamite personality packed into his 11-pound body. He is a young boy of around 2 years old with lots of years ahead of him. Taco is eager to make friends with any dog or child he meets. He is a happy go lucky boy that enjoys time with others. He has not met a cat since coming into rescue.
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Taco likes to spend his time doing just about anything fun followed by rest and relaxation. He is on ready, set go status for fun games, time spent outside, going for walks as the sky is the limit with this boy. He is a perfect lap companion size so get ready to relax with your best bud nestling in for a snooze. Taco has started his house, crate and leash training. Accomplishing all three skills is what he has set out to do. All he needs is the commitment from his family to assist him and he is sure to succeed.Happy days are in the future when Taco is around. If you are looking for a fun and joyous companion to join your family, Taco is just an application away. * When considering adoption, keep in mind that dogs thrive on structure and routine. They adjust much better when their owners are committed to providing consistency and stability.The adoption fee for Taco is $500. That includes the cost of spaying/neutering, up to date vaccinations, foster care, rescue and transportation fees. To get the ball rolling, head over to our Adoption Application and submit your application today. A Dog Star representative will contact you within 24 hours. To speed up the process, contact your vet and give them permission to speak with us.If you do not get a response within 24 hours, check your spam folder.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
21. Daisy
Welcome Daisy to CCPAL foster program. Daisy is a 4-year Frenchie (French Bulldog). She has been a breeder dog and the breeder is no longer going to use her so she is now looking for her forever home. This awful in our eyes, but we are happy to find Daisy a real forever home where she can be loved and cherished and doted on. She is a wonderful dog. She is good with other dogs, potty trained, not too active, not too vocal and does good with children. She is getting her spay surgery with CCPAL. She is current on vaccinations and will also get her heartworm test. She has lived in a house so she knows the rules and structure of living with a family.
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She is beautiful inside and out and we cannot believe anyone could give up a dog this fantastic. We would love someone that knows this breed. She has the shortened nose so this breed cannot tolerate heat well. Anyone that has had a Frenchie knows this. She would be fine with a moderately active family. She can go with children as well. We like them to be 8 or older. She is currently in Texas and can be adopted locally. We can work with one of the wonderful transporter to help her get to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. Her adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See her cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
22. Maverick
Welcome Maverick to CCPAL Foster Program. Maverick is a 4-year-old Chiweenie. He weighs about 19 pounds. He is good on a leash, good in a car. He is potty trained and very loyal to his person. He knows “go for a walk”, “stop”, “leave it”, “It’s the neighbor” and a few other commands. He is in a home and the owner is having some very big financial issues and need to find Maverick a new home. Maverick has some allergies to food and the food that he can is a Duck and Potato kibble. He has some allergies to grass. He has taken Apoquel successfully to handle the allergies. He warms up slowly and is very loyal and bonded once he has bonded. He would be great for a senior couple or single wanting a companion. A nice yard for him to get exercise in would be nice or someone that could have the time to take him on a couple of walks would be great. He isn’t the social butterfly that some dogs are so a matching owner would be the best fit. He would be a great dog to alert you to someone at the door or something being off in the environment. He is good on walks and would help a senior be more active. He is in Texas and can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. He could go with children but we would like them to be teens. I think a quieter home would be best for this boy. His adoption fee is $400 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Read more about Maverick
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video!!
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
23. Toby
Welcome Toby to CCPAL Rescue. Toby is a 6-year old Chiweenie (Chihuahua/Dachshund mix). Toby lost his owner in death and the immediate family live on a farm with farm animals. They worry about his safety with those animals so they turned him over along with another dog for rehoming. We are happy to have Toby. He is outgoing, good on a leash, good with people including strangers. He weighs 13 pounds and is potty trained. He is learning to be crated and is a lovely dog. He will be with us while we look for his new forever home. He is neutered and will get all his vaccines all current while he awaits his new family to fall in love with his photo and video online.
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He is good with other dogs and would be fine with another dog or as an only dog. He is here in Texas and can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washinton, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. He would be fine with a moderately active family and would be a great companion for a walker. He loves to walk. He would also be fine with children. We like them to be 8 or older. His adoption fee is $400 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
24. Johnny
Welcome Johnny to CCPAL Rescue. Johnny is a 7-month-old Pug mixed pup. He is a beautiful tan color with a black muzzle. He has an underbite and a shortened nose. He is a bigger-sized boy pup in the liter. He weighs about 15 pounds now and will be a small dog full grown. He has an adorable underbite and is great with other dogs. He is active but not over the top. He has the curly tail like the traditional pug but maybe the curl is less tight. He is a laid-back boy and was easy to take photos with. They all have curly tails and the round adorable heads. Johnny is one of two boys in the litter. He was the last puppy to come out of his kennel as he was enjoying his nap.
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He was very workable and stood still and sat willingly on the table for the photo shoot. They are all affectionate and cuddly. They are very playful with their siblings. Johnny is social and would be a great dog to take to the local coffee shop. He loves all people and is call in loud situations. They go on a wee pad but are not fully potty trained. They are good in a crate and are getting regular attention and love at the Rescue. We don’t have the privilege of adopting out many pugs. We are excited to find the pug pups their forever home. We would love pug people for these pups, as they know the breed most. They will be spayed and neutered and ready for their forever home soon. Someone that doesn’t work all day every day is the best candidate for a puppy. These pups would be fine with children. We like them to be 8 or older as these pups are small and very trusting of everyone. Johnny is in Texas and can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. His adoption fee is $400 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states.
Contact Marlene at 210-867-1869 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
25. Dolly6
Dolly Bio
Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying.
Energy level:
high
Potty training:
work in progress
Fenced yard:
required
Shared walls:
suitable
People:
older children and adults
Dogs:
all
Other:
none
Overview
Meet Dolly, an adorable 8-month-old, 10-pound Chihuahua mix with long legs and a beautiful short blond coat! Dolly came to Little Paws because her previous owner did not have the time needed for a puppy. She is an incredibly sweet and playful girl who is ready for a family that can match her joyful energy.
Environment
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Dolly is a high-energy puppy who thrives on daily walks and playtime. She loves to go on walks, though she is still learning her leash manners. Dolly requires a home with a fenced yard where she can safely run and play. She is currently using a pen in her foster home and does well in it when left alone. She is also not excessively noisy, making her suitable for a home with shared walls. Dolly is a smart girl who is currently a work in progress with her potty training.
Pets & People
Dolly is great with people and very sweet. While she hasn't been around small children, she would likely do wonderful with older children who can handle her playful puppy energy! She is okay meeting strangers and absolutely loves to play with other dogs. When it comes to meals, she tends to pick at her food during the day and takes treats very nicely. Dolly also does fine on car rides.
Health & Special Needs
Dolly has no known medical needs at this time. She is currently scheduled to be microchipped.
Location
Dolly is available for adoption from Cumming, GA. Please email Pattyp@littlepawsdr.org with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above.
The adoption fee for Dolly is $400
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
26. A Sebastien
Sebastien is available for adoption.
He is 18 months old and weighs 10 lbs.
His adoption fee is $900.00.
Hi ! I’m Sebastien I was picked up as a stray by animal control in NJ. There I had two previous adopters. One said I had too much energy and barked too much at his clients. The other had a large pig which they thought would hurt me. It was at that point SAYR pulled from the shelter and transported me to CT. where I’ve been at my foster family for a little over a week.
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I’m learning a lot and still have more manners to learn: I can be protective of food, and treats. I think I’m figuring it out, I don’t have to worry about getting food regular now. I love treats! Have I mentioned, I have lots of energy? I’m in good shape, very trim and have good teeth.
I love toys, hugs and cuddling. I’m okay with cats, but not gonna lie… when I get bored, I chase her. Foster mom said this is a NO. I’m still learning. I have a foster older brother, another Yorkie. I sometime play very rough, but he corrects me. I can be spicy to new people, but I warm up quick when I realize they won’t hurt me. (He is the sweetest and most playful boy once he feels safe)
Sebastien is staying with Gisele in Waterbury, CT 06710.
- Good with dogs
27. Libby2
Libby Bio
Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying.
Energy level:
high
Potty training:
pee pads
Fenced yard:
required
Shared walls:
unsuitable
People:
adults preferred (needs time to warm up) No small children.
Dogs:
all (prefers another playful dachshund)
Other:
requires twice-daily anxiety medication
Overview
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Meet Libby, an adorable 2-year-old, 9.8-pound mini Red Boar Dachshund with a huge heart. Libby came to Little Paws after her previous owners gave her away on Facebook. Though she needs a little time to settle in, she is a wonderful, affectionate companion who loves to play and is a fantastic cuddler when sleeping with you at night.
Environment
Libby has high energy and loves daily walks and playtime. She is a great walker on a leash and loves exploring the outdoors. She would love a fenced yard to run and play safely, but would do well if exercised regularly on a leash and harness. Because she can be quite chatty and bark loudly when strangers approach, she is not suitable for living arrangements with shared walls like apartments or townhomes. She relies on pee pads and is not currently crate trained, crying the entire time if placed in a kennel.
Pets & People
Libby does wonderfully with other dogs of all sizes and loves playing with her foster's 2-year-old dachshund. Another playful dog in the home helps greatly with her anxiety and would be her ideal setup. With people, Libby needs about two days to warm up and prefers women, as men have not always been kind to her in her past. We will not place her with small children. While she barks loudly at strangers to protect herself, she has done wonderfully at large adoption events when given patience and time. She can be greedy with treats and eats separately from other pets.
Health & Special Needs
Libby is currently on anxiety medication which she needs to take twice a day, though her foster believes she may be able to wean off of them once she settles into a stable forever home. She is still learning how to ride comfortably in the car and gets nervous, doing best when secured in a dog car seat.
Location
Libby is available for adoption from West Columbia, SC. Please email DeeAnn Jones at
deeann.jones2010@gmail.com
with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above.
The adoption fee for Libby is $400.00
- No young kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
28. Sean
Welcome Sean to CCPAL Rescue. He is a 10-pound small Terrier/Dachshund mixed pup. He is 4 months old. His mom is Monica. Monica was on the street as a stray. We took her in to find out she was pregnant. The puppies were born in our Rescue. They have gotten lots of interaction. They are very social and friendly. Sean is one of the middle- sized boy pups. He looks the most similar to his mom. He is good with other dogs and loves to play in the water. He is cute and has the most adorable expressions. He likes being held and is very trusting of all people. He should be 15 to 18 pounds is our best guess full grown.
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He should be small enough to take with you in a doggy sling or bag. He is a fun pup to pet because of his coat. He is full of personality and very good with his litter group. He goes on a wee pad and is good in a crate. He likes all people and is not shy around strangers. Her mom is 15 pounds. Our guess would be 10 to 12 for him. He is not a big shedder. He will make some lucky family a good pet. Anyone who adopts a puppy should not work all day every day because a puppy needs to be with their family and not home alone all day. He needs to finish up his puppy training. He will be a great dog for a social person wanting a matching puppy personality. He would be fine in a smaller condo size yard. He would be fine with other dogs. He can go with children. We like them to be 8 or older. He is getting neutered, vaccinated and he will be ready for his forever home. He is currently in Texas and can be adopted locally. We can also use one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. His adoption fee is $600 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states. Contact Marlene at 210-867-1769 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
29. Dolly5
Dolly Bio
Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying.
Energy level:
medium
Potty training:
trained
Fenced yard:
preferred, not required
Shared walls:
unsuitable
People:
all
Dogs:
all
Other:
Overview
Meet Dolly, an absolute sweetheart and loving senior lady estimated to be 16+ years young, weighing 8.9 pounds with a gorgeous red coat. Dolly was found on the streets without tags or a microchip before finding her way to Little Paws. She is a total love bug who adores cuddling, being held, and giving the absolute best kisses.
Environment
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Dolly has a medium energy level, loves going on walks, and is great when not left entirely alone. She appears trained to go outside and will also use pee pads. While she is fantastic on outings and loves going "shopping" wherever you go, she is not suited for living situations with shared walls because she will bark if left alone.
Pets & People
Dolly is wonderful with people of all ages, including children, and handles touching and petting like a pro. She is great with new people and has been accompanying her foster family everywhere. In a multi-dog home with the resident dachshunds, she was initially a bit scared but has successfully integrated and is now a happy part of the pack.
Food
Dolly is extremely food-driven and makes it known that she wants you to share. She needs her kibble to sit in warm water for a few minutes to soften it up.
Location
Dolly is available for adoption from Miami, FL and loves to ride in the car. Please email applications@littlepawsdr.org with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above.
The adoption fee for Dolly is $250.00.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
- Special needs
30. Butter
Welcome Butter to CCPAL Rescue. He is a 2 year old Chihuahua mixed dog. He weighs 12 pounds. He loves sitting on your lap and he is good with all the different personalities of dogs at the Shelter. He has slow growing Tcell lymphoma. The treatment would be hard on him and our vet says he has a number of very good years ahead of him. He is good on a leash. He is fine with strangers and all the small dogs at the Rescue. He would be good in a doggy daycare situation and is very social. He would be great traveling to Starbucks or any other place because he likes people. He would be fine being a companion dog at home too.
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A smaller condo sized yard would be fine. He would be perfect for a senior or senior couple looking for a nice little companion dog that doesn’t require much to be happy. He loves to sit on your lap so if you want a snuggle bunny, he is your dog. He is currently in Texas and can be adopted locally or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Portland, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. His adoption fee is $300 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states. Contact Marlene at 210-867-1769 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
Adopting a small dog in Waterbury
Small dogs suit apartments and smaller homes, are easy to take along, and many live well into their teens.
They still need daily walks, play and training. Small dogs can be fragile, so ask the rescue how they are with young children, who can easily drop or step on them.
Rescues with small dogs near Waterbury
- Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance LeagueBandera, Tx · 14 small dogs above
- Companion Pet RescueSouthbury, CT · 7 small dogs above
- Dog Star RescueCanton, CT · 4 small dogs above
- Little Paws Dachshund RescueBrookfield, MD · 4 small dogs above
- Save A Yorkie Rescue, Inc.Allentown,, PA · 1 small dog above
Questions about adopting small dogs in Waterbury
How many small dogs are up for adoption in Waterbury?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Waterbury, Connecticut, have 34 small dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a small dog in Waterbury?
The rescues with the most small dogs near Waterbury right now are Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League (Bandera, Tx), Companion Pet Rescue (Southbury, CT) and Dog Star Rescue (Canton, CT). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are small dogs good for apartments?
Often, yes. Many small dogs are happy with a smaller space and short walks, but energy matters more than size: ask the rescue how active the dog is and whether they bark when left alone.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.