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Puppies and dogs in Watchung, New Jersey

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Watchung, New Jersey. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Lexi's adoption status with email updates.
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Lexi

Chihuahua Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Adult
Warren, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lexi is 7 years old and great with kids and people. She has been with dogs and cats, can be a little territorial. She is mostly house broken and does well with crates. She needs a loving home and she loves to play.
We'll also keep you updated on Scarlet's adoption status with email updates.
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Scarlet

Labrador Retriever Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 9 yrs 2 mos
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, my name is Scarlet! I was rescued by Home for Good from Orangeburg County Animal Control in South Carolina. I am 3.5 years old and fully grown at 42 pounds. At first, I take some time to warm up to new humans, however, once I receive a gentle pet, I will love you for life! I love other animals; dogs and cats alike. In my forever home, I would love a patient, loving, family who can give me all the TLC I deserve, and another pup to play with! I am housebroken, crate trained, and walk well on a leash. I also love my toys and to romp around the yard, but I am very well behaved and will calmly lounge around on my doggie bed for a nice nap. According to my foster mom, "We are fostering Scarlet “Baby”. She has melted our hearts. Clearly this beautiful girl had a rough start and yet she is the most forgiving dog. She is as quiet, calm and as gentle as they come. She absolutely adores other dogs and has been the perfect foster sibling for our other foster Sierra!" Scarlet is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped. Home for Good Dog Rescue (HFGDR) is a 100 percent foster-based rescue located in Summit with offices in Berkeley Heights, NJ. All of our dogs live in loving local foster homes until they find forever families of their own. Our fosters begin basic training, housebreaking, and leash walking skills to help pair you with the perfect pup for life! We update Petfinder and our website multiple times daily, so if a dog is available on Petfinder and our website they are still available for adoption. We process all our applications in the order we receive them, and for that reason sometimes the dog or dogs in whom you are interested in may be adopted before your own processing concludes. In order to apply for adoption and set up an individual meet and greet with one of our dogs, please visit us at www.HomeforGoodDogs.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HomeForGoodDogRescue.
We'll also keep you updated on Luther's adoption status with email updates.
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Luther

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 7 yrs 8 mos
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Luther was rescued from Crawfordville, Georgia. Luther's original owners would frequently leave town for extended periods of time and leave poor Luther outdoors with no food or shelter. Lonely and unwanted, Luther would wander the neighborhood in search of some company and food. Thankfully he was rescued by a good samaritan and now never has to worry where his next meal will come from. Luther is the epitome of everything you could ever desire in a dog. He is super friendly, charismatic, playful and a big bundle of love. He is fully grown and 2 years old. He is a purebred German Shepherd. You would never know this boy had such a terrible past based on his loving, loyal, and perfect personality. He is a big puppy who enjoys playing with squeaky toys and playing fetch with sticks. He would love a fenced-in backyard in his forever home where he could run and play endlessly. Luther does really well with other dogs and would make a great sibling. He also doesn't mind the company of cats. Attention from his loved ones is his absolute favorite - especially when belly rubs and pets behind the ears are involved! Luther loves children who can tolerate his large size and goofy personality. He is working on his leash, crate, and house training in his foster home and like the super-smart boy he is - he is doing remarkably with all three! Luther cannot wait to find the forever family he so truly deserves. *We ask that only potential adopters with previous Shepherd experience apply to adopt* Luther is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped. Luther's adoption fee is $550. Home for Good Dog Rescue (HFGDR) is a 100 percent foster-based rescue located in Summit with offices in Berkeley Heights, NJ. All of our dogs live in loving local foster homes until they find forever families of their own. Our fosters begin basic training, housebreaking, and leash walking skills to help pair you with the perfect pup for life! In order to apply for adoption and set up an individual meet and greet with one of our dogs, please visit us at www.HomeforGoodDogs.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HomeForGoodDogRescue.
We'll also keep you updated on Nash's adoption status with email updates.
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Nash

Chihuahua Corgi

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet the absolutely adorable, one-of-a-kind brother duo, Nash and Niles! These two 1.5-year-old Chihuahua/Feist/Corgi mixes were rescued from Crawfordville, Georgia, where they lived outside with no human contact for their entire life. Thus, both of these siblings were heartworm positive. Luckily, they were both treated and are healthy and ready for their forever home. They weigh about 20 pounds each fully grown - the perfect petite munchkins. These two characters are known as the life of the party. They surely bring it all to the table - great personality, handsome looks, and a good time! These two boys are very happy and social. They do great with other dogs, cats, and kids alike. They are crate trained and getting the hang of their leash training. Nash is the more tan of the two with a white spot on his snout while Niles is the mostly white pooch. They are smart little boys who enjoy learning new commands and going for walks with their foster families. Nash and Niles would make great companions to really any family. They cannot wait to find individual forever homes to love them for life! Nash and Niles are neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped. Home for Good Dog Rescue (HFGDR) is a 100 percent foster-based rescue located in Summit with offices in Berkeley Heights, NJ. All of our dogs live in loving local foster homes until they find forever families of their own. Our fosters begin basic training, housebreaking, and leash walking skills to help pair you with the perfect pup for life! In order to apply for adoption and set up an individual meet and greet with one of our dogs, please visit us at www.HomeforGoodDogs.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HomeForGoodDogRescue.
We'll also keep you updated on Niles's adoption status with email updates.
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Niles

Chihuahua Corgi

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet the absolutely adorable, one-of-a-kind brother duo, Nash and Niles! These two 1.5-year-old Chihuahua/Feist/ Corgi mixes were rescued from Crawfordville, Georgia where they lived their entire life outside with no shelter. Thus, both of them were heartworm positive. Luckily, Home For Good took them in and treated them and now they are happy and healthy pups. They weigh about 20 pounds each fully grown - the perfect petite munchkins. These two characters are known as the life of the party. They surely bring it all to the table - great personality, handsome looks, and a good time! These two boys are very happy and social. They do great with other dogs, cats, and kids alike. They are crate trained and getting the hang of their leash training. Nash is the more tan of the two with a white spot on his snout while Niles is the mostly white pooch. They are smart little boys who enjoy learning new commands and going for walks with their foster families. Nash and Niles would make great companions to really any family. They cannot wait to find individual forever homes to love them for life! Nash and Niles are neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped. Home for Good Dog Rescue (HFGDR) is a 100 percent foster-based rescue located in Summit with offices in Berkeley Heights, NJ. All of our dogs live in loving local foster homes until they find forever families of their own. Our fosters begin basic training, housebreaking, and leash walking skills to help pair you with the perfect pup for life! In order to apply for adoption and set up an individual meet and greet with one of our dogs, please visit us at www.HomeforGoodDogs.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HomeForGoodDogRescue.
We'll also keep you updated on Cherry's adoption status with email updates.
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Cherry

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 6 yrs 8 mos
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Calling all runners, and hikers! Meet Cherry! This active, smart, and exuberant pup is a Shepherd mix who is awaiting a forever family to love her for life! She is a young 1-year-old pooch eager to learn and currently weighs 49lbs - fully grown. This agile girl loves hiking, outdoor activities, and new exciting activities. She is very playful and gets along beautifully with dogs of her energy level. Cherry would prefer a forever home without cats. According to Cherry's foster mom, "Cherry is a wonderful pup. She is active, social, and very outgoing. She brings life into any room she walks into. She loves her leash walks and would do great in a home with a large fenced-in backyard where she could run all her energy out. She is doing really well with her leash training skills and sleeps through the night in her bed. She does very well with children who love to play as much as she does. Cherry is a fabulous dog who will be the shining light of any home she becomes a part of!" Cherry cannot wait to find the perfect active and loving forever home to love her to the end of time! Cherry is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, and microchipped. Home for Good Dog Rescue (HFGDR) is a 100 percent foster-based rescue located in Summit with offices in Berkeley Heights, NJ. All of our dogs live in loving local foster homes until they find forever families of their own. Our fosters begin basic training, housebreaking, and leash walking skills to help pair you with the perfect pup for life! In order to apply for adoption and set up an individual meet and greet with one of our dogs, please visit us at www.HomeforGoodDogs.org. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HomeForGoodDogRescue

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Dog shelters and rescues in Watchung, New Jersey

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

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The Amber House

232 Oneida Place, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

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Plainfield Area Humane Society

75 Rock Ave., Plainfield, NJ 07063

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Whiskers and Wags-4-Adoption

North Plainfield, NJ 07063

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Rawhide Pet Rescue

83 Rock Road East, Green Brook, NJ 08812

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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A New Leash On Life

Green Brook, NJ 08812

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Rawhide Rescue

16 Mt. Bethel Rd. Box 360, Warren, NJ 07059

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Home for Good Dog Rescue, Inc.

465 Springfield Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

Pet Types: dogs

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Pals of Paws

Fanwood, NJ 07023

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New Jersey Schnauzer Rescue Network, Inc.

PO Box 36, Fanwood, NJ 07023

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Miracles With Paws

south plainfield, NJ 07080

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