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ChiefAdults / Available for Adoption

Chief

Male / Neutered

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FlowerAdults / Available for Adoption

Flower

Female / Spayed

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BoberryAdults / Available for Adoption

Boberry

Female / Spayed

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EllieAdults / Available for Adoption

Ellie

Female / Spayed

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OdieAdults / Available for Adoption

Odie

Male / Neutered

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SadieAdults / Available for Adoption

Sadie

Female / Spayed

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RubyAdults / Available for Foster / Adoption

Ruby

Female / Spayed

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ThorAdults / Available for Foster / Adoption

Thor

Male / Neutered

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AthenaAdults / Available for Foster / Adoption

Athena

Female / Spayed

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SalemAdults / Available for Foster / Adoption

Salem

Male / Neutered

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Our Pup of the Month is Lucas!

Lucas is approx 4 y/o, male, 45 lbs, vetted, is or will be neutered, and micro-chipped. Accordingly to shelter staff, Lucas loves belly rubs! He also loves to run and play with his ball. He is a very happy, bubbly boy! Check out his video! tinyurl.com/v3cj9nt

Lucas is very energetic and lacks his manners primarily around other male dogs. He will require proper training and socialization to set him up for success! His ideal adoptive home would not have other pets and his adopter must be open to working with one of our professional trainers.

If you are interested in adopting Lucas, please fill out an adoption application at passion-4-paws.org

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Often, people that are getting a rescue dog are surprised to learn there is an adoption fee. Almost all rescue groups charge an adoption fee. When buying a dog from a breeder or pet store, there is an understanding of the money required to obtain the dog. People often think if they are adopting a rescue dog, there are no costs. This is a misunderstanding.

Dedicated volunteer rescuers are hard at work all day, every day rescuing dogs. The dog is rescued by the group, vetted, assessed, and placed in a safe home and/or environment. They are then listed online where potential adopters can find out about the dog. Adopters are screened, matched to a dog, and an adoption takes place. This allows the rescue group to rescue another dog and the process starts all over again.

Our average cost in 2019 to rescue a dog at the shelter was $536.85. Passion 4 Paws’ adoption fees are between $350-$450 depending on the age of the dog. Each dog that is rescued actually costs the rescue more than the adoption fee. Sometimes people think rescuing dogs is free of charge, but it is quite the opposite and many of our volunteers take money out of our own pockets to help. Thank you for understanding!

Adoptions fees are applied to bills received by our rescue for shelter fees, boarding fees, supplies, transportation fees, vetting, micro-chipping, preventative medications and dogs that need medical treatments outside general vetting. They also help with various items needed such as crates, bedding, toys, leashes, collars and more.

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Well yesterday was the first official day of Spring and what better time to adopt a sweet and loving little pup named Flower? Flower is as gorgeous on the inside as she is at a glance. She is 3 years old, weighs about 12 pounds, and is an easy going girl. She is low to medium energy level, but high on the snuggle side and she loves other pups. She is as sweet as can be and looking for her forever family.
Please note: If you are considering adoption, the first step is always to submit an adoption application for approval. We cannot set up a meet and greet until you have an approved application on file with us. Thank you all for your patience and support as we navigate an especially challenging time within the world of rescue and at large. Apply to foster or adopt at passion-4-paw.org!

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Working from home? Social distancing? PLEASE consider fostering a dog in need! We are about to experience a decline in staffing at shelters and boarding facilities. Passion 4 Paws is preparing for a large transport this Saturday of at least 20 pups before the interstate in the Carolinas potentially shuts down next week. If you are in VT, please fill out an app (link in bio)

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With the increasing news and growing concern around the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) we want to share with you what we are doing to help protect the health and well-being of our Rescue Community.

Steps we are taking: - We will be canceling/postponing any public Fundraising Events and Adoption Events that present a social gathering type of environment. All of these announcements will eventually be carried over to our events’ pages and on our website. We will do our best to also facilitate emails and/or correspondence via our newsletter database accordingly. - We will be safe and conservative around Meet & Greets with our pups to best limit exposure socially (i.e.: Meet & Greets will take place outside). We ask that all of our Fosters and Adopters be patient as the health safety measures in place may cause a substantial hold on the Fostering and Adopting process until such time as we are able to obtain a firm grasp on the current vulnerabilities. Everyone's health is #1 priority as well as our dogs stability no matter where they are at the moment. We ask our Foster families to be patient as you may have your Foster dog for longer than normal. - To the best of our knowledge, there is no concrete evidence that companion animals can spread the disease. There also is no evidence that pets are becoming infected, although it’s wise to keep your pets away from people who have contracted COVID-19.

What YOU can do to be part of the effort to stay healthy and help limit exposure to others (you can carry the virus to make others vulnerable and not even know you have it): - Wash hands thoroughly with disinfectant soap and avoid touching your face.
- Please stay home if you are unwell.
- Follow new guidance from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

Yours and your families and friends well-being is always a priority for Passion 4 Paws Rescue. We appreciate you, your health, and your continued support of Passion 4 Paws Rescue!

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I'm Down, Dog! Passion 4 Paws Donation Class with Christina Fornaciari on Sunday, March 22nd, 12:30-1:30pm at Soulshine Power Yoga in Essex, VT

Join Christina for a donation-based Yoga class to raise funds for Passion 4 Paws! Christina will guide you through an all-levels flow where we will come together in support of this wonderful organization and create a deep felt sense of compassion and loving kindness towards all animals in need! This organization is near and dear to Christina, as she and her partner rescued their sweet girl Flora from them! Suggestion donation: $10 *cash only please!* And for the entire month of March at SoulShine, we will be accepting donations of any and all doggie accessories, all of which will be donated to Passion 4 Paws at the end of the month!

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Who's ready to rock? Come create and celebrate a paw-some cause! If you have not done so already, grab tickets for you and friend! Your admission includes a ticket for one adult beverage from Queen City Brewery, LLC. Great venue with delicious eats from Pizza44 a stone's throw away! Proceeds benefit Passion 4 Paws dog rescue! Get your tickets today on Eventbrite.com! Search "Pebble Art at Queen City Brewery - Passion 4 Paws Fundraiser"

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When a pillow just isn’t enough♥️
Oh man whoever gets to adopt Clifford ( top) is so LUCKY🐾
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