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Angelo is a 7 month (as of 11/19/2021), 29 lb Australian Shephard mix. He is a very sweet cute puppy who was a shelter favorite and is q... show more

Angelo is a 7 month (as of 11/19/2021), 29 lb Australian Shephard mix. He is a very sweet cute puppy who was a shelter favorite and is quickly grabbing the hearts of our vets office and volunteers alike. He has just arrived, we will update as we learn more. PAW places animals in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area only. show less

Anna is a wonderful dog for the right owner. She is a loyal 4year old American Bulldog Mix who loves attention. Cuddly:  Yes Goofy:  Yes... show more

Anna is a wonderful dog for the right owner. She is a loyal 4year old American Bulldog Mix who loves attention. Cuddly:  Yes Goofy:  Yes Lovable:  Yes Easy to exercise:  Yes Easy to entertain:  Yes Enjoys naps:  Yes Good with people:  Yes Good with older children:  Yes Good with younger children:  Unknown House-trained:  Yes Good with other animals:  No If you’re looking for a great dog who does not want you to take her to the dog park, schedule play dates or bring home a sibling, then Anna is the perfect girl for you. Apply to adopt me and my foster parents will be happy to chat with you. show less

Arby is a 5 year, 17 lb silky terrier mix. He is very sweet, likes to be where his people and is a very curious boy. He is still new to... show more

Arby is a 5 year, 17 lb silky terrier mix. He is very sweet, likes to be where his people and is a very curious boy. He is still new to PAW, we will update as we get to know him better. PAW places animals in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area only. show less

Archer is a former PAW dog who was adopted SIX YEARS AGO!! Tragically his previous people have decided they no longer want him, through... show more

Archer is a former PAW dog who was adopted SIX YEARS AGO!! Tragically his previous people have decided they no longer want him, through no fault of his own, simply because they’re moving and will not take him with them. So sad! Poor Archer! They say he’s the perfect dog: He is a very intelligent dog and knows the following commands: sit, stay, lay down, speak, shake, and high five. He also likes to play hide and seek. To do that you have to have a treat in your hand and tell him to stay. You then go and find a hiding spot in the house and say "come find me" he then will look around and find you. It's a lot of fun. His favorite snacks are cucumbers and apples. I swear he can smell the cucumber the second it comes out of the fridge. He likes stuffed animals but knows the difference between his toys and the kids' stuffed animals. He is allowed on the furniture and beds so someone adopting him should know that is what he has been used to. He does listen if you tell him to get down and he knows the command "go to your bed.” Most nights he likes to sleep in his own bed anyway. He does not like his feet touched or nails clipped. A few weeks ago we had him sedated at the vets office to have his nails trimmed. Sedative pills from the vet do not do anything to help with this. He has been very healthy and we've had no issues with him at all. He has had free reign of the house when we are gone and for the most part there is no issue with that. The only thing he will do if he has access is shred plastic bags that may have food in them and eat all of the food. For example. . . if we leave a loaf of bread on the counter where he can reach it, he will get it and eat all the bread and shred the plastic. We have learned to close the bedroom doors in case the kids had something in their rooms and move things back on the counter in the kitchen. On occasion we have had to crate him and he also does fine with that. When we got Archer 5 years ago, the paperwork said his previous family gave him up because they had a baby. We assumed this meant that they didn't have time for him. We quickly discovered that probably was not the issue but in fact it was that Archer gets very anxious around crying children and does not like them being held. We have tried to work on this behavior but can not change it. He doesn't do anything harmful but you can tell he wants to protect the child. He is very protective of our children. Not in a terrible way but it makes him anxious enough that I would recommend he goes to a house with children 13+. I believe he is one of the smartest dogs I have been around and is very motivated by food/treats. So much so that I think he could learn a lot more tricks and commands if someone wanted to take the time to work on it with him. He does not like the water for swimming but he is okay with baths. He is funny in the rain. . . he always stays under the overhang to do his business to avoid getting wet. I swear he knows time and likes to eat at 6am and 4-4:30pm. He will be sure to let you know it's time by talking to you in his funny way. He loves to wait for the bus with the kids and is super excited when they get off the bus in the afternoon. He likes routine. He loves walks but can be a Houdini and get out of harnesses and collars. I don't know how he does it but he can wiggle out of most anything. We have found the martingale collar to be the best for him as he can't escape it. PAW places animals in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area only. show less

Baby Girl is a sweet senior beagle who just turned 13 in September.   She lived the first 12 years of her life in a loving home, however... show more

Baby Girl is a sweet senior beagle who just turned 13 in September.   She lived the first 12 years of her life in a loving home, however her dad fell on hard times and was unable to keep her.  Prior to coming to PAW she led a pretty sheltered life with little interaction with other dogs.  When she first came to her foster home, she was unsure of her foster siblings, but now she likes to stay close by them.   Baby Girl doesn’t necessarily want to be a lap dog, but she does want to be in the same room with her people. Given her age, Baby Girl does have some medical challenges.  She has kidney disease which requires daily medication and a special diet.   But don’t let her age fool you, she still has a lot of spunk.  She definitely voices her opinion on things and will especially let you know when she is ready for her food.  Like most beagles, she has a beagle bay and she isn’t afraid to use it.  For this reason, she would not do well in an apartment. PAW places animals in the Washington, DC/Baltimore Metropolitan area only. show less

Basil is a 1 year old, 37 lb plot hound mix. He is a very handsome boy. He has a brindle head with black on his back and chest making it... show more

Basil is a 1 year old, 37 lb plot hound mix. He is a very handsome boy. He has a brindle head with black on his back and chest making it look like he is wearing a coat. He loves to meet people and other dogs. Basil is a remarkably sweet and devoted guy. He is good with kids and other animals, including dogs and cats, but gets anxious in households with a lot of movement. Basil would be happiest in a home with a consistent routine where he can be with someone all the time - on the couch, on the bed, and under their feet!  Basil has a tendency to chew when stressed and can gnaw through toys (and things he shouldn't be chewing on) quickly. He is house trained and knows basic commands, including "no," "sit," "down," "stay," and "place." He walks nicely on a leash. A true hound, he will howl at cars and squirrels, and should never be walked off leash. He would do well with a home that has a fully fenced in back yard - any gaps and he will run after the first scent his nose finds! If you are looking for a constant companion to be by your side always, Basil is the perfect dog for you. PAW places animals in the Washington DC Metropolitan area only. show less

Bruce is a handsome 4 year old brown tabby. He's got the cutest cheeks and a sweet disposition that will melt your heart when you meet h... show more

Bruce is a handsome 4 year old brown tabby. He's got the cutest cheeks and a sweet disposition that will melt your heart when you meet him. Want a furry friend who will keep you company on the couch? Bruce is your cat!  He's very relaxed and laid back. He's the type to go with the flow as he watches squirrels and birds outside of the window. Bruce enjoys being pet and likes attention from his friends. We think once you have a virtual meet and greet with Bruce you wouldn't be able to resist taking him home! Bruce is neutered, up to date on his vaccinations, microchipped, and tested negative for FIV/FELV. If you would like to meet Bruce via a Facetime or Zoom video call, as well as ask questions about him, please complete the application here: www.paw-rescue.org/adopt and we will be in touch. If you have any other questions, please contact Annaliesa at catmanager@paw-rescue.org Due to the COVID pandemic, we are doing meet and greets with our foster cats via Zoom, Facetime or other video conferencing platforms. Since the adopter won't be able to meet them in person, PAW is honoring a 2 week trial adoption to ensure it's a good fit. show less

Callie is a 6 year, 21 lb Dachshund mix. She was dropped off at a local shelter with her 2 2 year old puppies (Jet and Kasey) for having... show more

Callie is a 6 year, 21 lb Dachshund mix. She was dropped off at a local shelter with her 2 2 year old puppies (Jet and Kasey) for having too many. She is very sweet, a little shy at first, but warms up quickly. She has just arrived, we will update as we get to know her better. PAW places animals in the Washington, DC/Baltimore Metropolitan area only. show less

********PENDING ADOPTION******** Calvin is a 5 year old, 28 lb beagle mix. He is super sweet and friendly loves to meet all kinds of peo... show more

********PENDING ADOPTION******** Calvin is a 5 year old, 28 lb beagle mix. He is super sweet and friendly loves to meet all kinds of people and dogs.  Calvin loves to play with other dogs and get in their face when he plays.  We have found that he does need another dog in the home. He came to PAW with Hobbes, while we would love to place the pair in the same home, they do not necessarily need to be adopted together.   PAW places animals in the Washington, DC/Batlimore Metropolitan area only. show less

Chuck is a 2 year old, 54 lb Treeing Walker Coonhound. He is a nice, friendly boy who has good manners. We are still getting to know him... show more

Chuck is a 2 year old, 54 lb Treeing Walker Coonhound. He is a nice, friendly boy who has good manners. We are still getting to know him and will update as we learn more. PAW places animals in the Washington, DC Metropolitan/Baltimore area only. show less

***PENDING ADOPTION****This handsome boy has the personality to match! Clyde is a 58-lb English Coonhound (possibly mixed with a pointer... show more

***PENDING ADOPTION****This handsome boy has the personality to match! Clyde is a 58-lb English Coonhound (possibly mixed with a pointer) who 2 years old. If Clyde had it his way, he would walk all day. New smells are the best! He is pretty good on leash...except when he sees a squirrel or cat. A country boy at heart, he enjoys lying in a sunny grass patch and sniffing the breeze. Passersby constantly comment on his good looks.  Clyde came to us from a shelter in West Virginia, so it is possible that he had not been inside a house before his current foster home. He has adjusted well and we think he would do well with a friend or fur sibling to teach him how to play and be a spoiled pet.  While walks outside are his favorite thing, he has also fallen in love with the couch. Fairly independent, he still likes being close by for face scritches and ear rubs. Laid back and quiet, he is not bothered by the vacuum cleaner or guests at the door. He can be shy around new people but is friendly around new dogs. He does not like the car.  Are you ready for a furever of snuggles and strolls with this sweet boy?  PAW places animals in the Washington DC/Batlimore Metropolitan area only. show less

Finn is a 1 year, 46 lb Labrador Retriever mix. He is a sweet friendly boy who thinks he is a lap dog. He likes to play with toys. He is... show more

Finn is a 1 year, 46 lb Labrador Retriever mix. He is a sweet friendly boy who thinks he is a lap dog. He likes to play with toys. He is a little scared and not sure what's going on in his world.. PAW places animals in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area only. show less