Murphy's Paw Rescue

Murphy's Paw Rescue Murphy's Paw Rescue Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit dog rescue organization.
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06/13/2026

⭐️ DOGGIE SPOTLIGHT ON LILY!

LILY is having tons of fun in her foster home and even got the resident senior dog to play a bit! She’d love a playmate or a family who would include with her!

She’s super happy go lucky in her little bubble but can still get overwhelmed in the big wide world…cars racing by, lots of activity and new things. But she’s getting more and more comfortable each day!

⭐️ DOGGIE SPOTLIGHT ON LILY!

❤️ Meet LILY!

LILY is a stunningly terrier mix pup with a scruffy coat, a long body and thick little legs! She is just a pup at about 4-5 months old and weighs about 16 lbs.

LILY loooooves other dogs and also loves lingering around her humans. She makes excellent eye contact and always on stand-by in case you need her!

LILY is a typical happy-go-lucky pup who is ready to land herself a super special family who will treasure her. Super smart and attentive pup!

She is doing great with all things puppy...sleeping through the night and learning basic house rules very quickly!

Located in private foster in CT.

Spayed/Vaccinated

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

06/13/2026

❤️ Some very lucky dogs found their very lucky forevers!

Happy Adoption to SHORTY, SISSY & TUBBY!

06/12/2026

👀 We know…he’s so cute he doesn’t even look real! But he is! Maybe people missed his first adorable post with the kiddos in his foster home gushing over him? He’s AMAZING!

✅ Dogs
✅ Cats
✅ Kids
✅ Adults

❤️ Meet GUS!

Video: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EWcx2GnWL/

GUS is a super smooshable pitty mix pup, about 4 months old and weighs about 30 lbs. He has the most beautiful camo/speckled coat...such a handsome boy!

GUS has never met a stranger and loves every person he meets. Loves kids, too! GUS adores other dogs and is cat friendly, too!

GUS is off to a great puppy start...and now he just needs a family of his own to help continue to shape and mold this special lug into the amazing adult dog he is bound to become!

Great listener, knows basic commands and loooooves to just play, snuggle and repeat!

Located in private foster in CT.

Neutered/Vaccinated

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

06/09/2026

💔 Please share!!! We are losing hope.

Not a single inquiry or application for this sweet boy, and there’s just no reason for it. He is so ready for his forever family to come find him, where are you?

❤️ Meet JAXON!

JAXON is a stunning pitty mix, about 3 years old and weighs 62 lbs.

This goofy boy has the perfect balance of fun and lazy. He’ll get his hilarious little bursts of energy, run around, play, make you laugh…and then he’s right back to his favorite place which is stretched out across the couch, which is where you’ll find him about 80% of the day.

JAXON is sweet, silly, smart, and definitely not applying for a job as a guard dog. He’s much more interested in making friends, getting love, and enjoying life with his people.

He’s dog friendly and loves a good romp with playful pups, but he’d also be perfectly happy being your one and only. When he romps he really romps...so if there is another dog in the home, it's best if they are sturdy and playful like he is!

He’ll happily invite you into a game of fetch, but he’s just also just as content entertaining himself with his toys.

He adores the resident kids in his current foster home, but he is still learning his manners so we think it's best he is with kids ages 10+ as of now to help ensure he doesn't accidentally overpower a small child.

It’s his turn to get picked.

Located in private foster in CT.

Neutered/Vaccinated

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

06/09/2026

⭐️ DOGGIE SPOTLIGHT ON LILY!

❤️ Meet LILY!

LILY is a stunningly terrier mix pup with a scruffy coat, a long body and thick little legs! She is just a pup at about 4-5 months old and weighs about 16 lbs.

LILY loooooves other dogs and also loves lingering around her humans. She makes excellent eye contact and always on stand-by in case you need her!

LILY is a typical happy-go-lucky pup who is ready to land herself a super special family who will treasure her. Super smart and attentive pup!

She is doing great with all things puppy...sleeping through the night and learning basic house rules very quickly!

Located in private foster in CT.

Spayed/Vaccinated

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

👀 SHORTY peeking out the window at his foster mom like…“Excuse me…did you let everyone know I’m down 11 teeth but feelin...
06/08/2026

👀 SHORTY peeking out the window at his foster mom like…

“Excuse me…did you let everyone know I’m down 11 teeth but feeling 10 years younger?”

Our little guy got his much needed dental, had ELEVEN painful teeth removed, and now all he needs is a forever family!

We are also really hoping to raise funds to help cover SHORTY’S dental surgery which came to $1,100. Every donation helps us continue saying yes to deserving dogs like him!

WAYS TO DONATE:

- Instagram Fundraiser link

- Venmo -PAW-RESCUE (last 4 digits 4557 for security)

- PayPal/Credit Card: www.murphyspaw.org/donate

- Check to Murphy’s Paw Rescue
41 Brookhills Rd.Branford, CT 06405

❤️ Meet SHORTY!

Video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AkWZRmmuL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

SHORTY is a ridiculously cute long haired chihuahua mix, about 7 years old and about 15 lbs.

This sweet boy is the definition of an easy keeper. He is wonderful with dogs of all sizes and even cats!

SHORTY came from a home with 6 dogs after his owner sadly passed away. Thankfully, all of the dogs are now safe and receiving the care they deserve.

When SHORTY arrived, his beautiful long spaniel/pom style coat had to be shaved due to matting, but don’t worry…his fluffy coat will return if you prefer it that way!

He is a low key, gentle boy who can be a little shy at first, but give him a little time and he turns into the sweetest little companion who softly howls if you dare leave him alone. He coexists beautifully with other animals but would also be perfectly happy being someone’s one and only little shadow.

Fresh dental ✔️
No more painful teeth ✔️
Feeling like a million bucks ✔️
Ready for forever ✔️

Located in private foster in CT.

Neutered/Vaccinated

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

06/07/2026

Why does it always seem to work this way? 💔

When we have a dog who needs another dog in the home, we hear from families with no pets. Then we have a dog like LUCY, who needs to be the only pet in her home, and everyone applying has other animals.

Please don’t let the word “returned” define her. LUCY is truly an incredible dog. ❤️

She is potty trained, crate trained, affectionate, playful, great on walks and SO smart. She loves adventures, loves her people and yes… she LOVES other dogs!

That’s the part we want everyone to understand. LUCY does not dislike dogs. She is playful, social and has so much fun running and romping with dog friends. She just prefers not to share her home full time with another pet.

And that’s okay. Every dog deserves the home that fits them best.

❤️ Meet LUCY!

More video/pics here: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1D5cTCnbE6/?mibextid=wwXIfr

LUCY is a young pup, about 9 months old and only 40 lbs.

She is incredibly sweet, learns quickly, loves toys, playing ball and going for walks. When the fun is done, she becomes the biggest cuddle bug.

Because LUCY has already lost one family, we want her next one to be forever. She’s looking for a home where she can be the only pet inside (but she can still enjoy dog friends outside the home)!

Located in private foster in CT.

Spayed/Vaccinated

*Low adoption fee but same adoption process applies

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

🩷Another hysterical conversation between this adorable duo. They’re fostering this lovable lug, GUS and he has proven to...
06/07/2026

🩷Another hysterical conversation between this adorable duo. They’re fostering this lovable lug, GUS and he has proven to be SUCH a great puppy!

“I’m playing with the dog”

“Oh”

“No, you have to scratch his belly like this“

“Ohhhhhh ohhh ohhh”

“You see how he likes it?

“He has a wiener.”

Hey, look how he likes it! See that’s how dogs are happy.”

“He has a wiener.”

“I know he’s a boy.”

❤️ Meet GUS!

Meatball alert!!! Video coming soon!

GUS is a super smooshable pitty/aussie mix, about 4 months old and weighs about 30 lbs. He has the most beautiful camo/speckled coat...such a handsome boy!

GUS has never met a stranger and loves every person he meets. Loves kids, too! GUS adores other dogs and is cat friendly, too!

GUS is off to a great puppy start...and now he just needs a family of his own to help continue to shape and mold this special lug into the amazing adult dog he is bound to become!

Great listener, knows basic commands and loooooves to just play, snuggle and repeat!

Located in private foster in CT.

Neutered/Vaccinated

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

❤️ CURRENT ADOPTABLES ALBUM: Check out this updated ablum of adoptables...some REALLY GREAT dogs searching for their f...
06/06/2026

❤️ CURRENT ADOPTABLES ALBUM:

Check out this updated ablum of adoptables...some REALLY GREAT dogs searching for their forevers!!!

Please share and make sure to put your own words at the top of your share so FB doesn't think it's spam! ()

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form
Adoptions are not first come, first serve. We do our very best to match each dog with the best possible fit.

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greets. Home visit required.

Please call your vet ahead of time to give them permission to release a reference.

Thank you for choosing to adopt!

06/06/2026

⭐️ DOGGIE SPOTLIGHT ON DAISY!

❤️ Meet DAISY!

DAISY is an adorable tri-color terrier mix pup with a scruffy coat, a long body and thick little legs! Your guess is as good as ours…but we’re getting Bassett Hound/Jack Russell vibes! She is just a pup at about 4-5 months old and weighs about 16 lbs.

DAISY looks like she jumped straight out of a Norman Rockwell illustration. She has that timeless, all American family dog charm that just melts your heart! And she’s got those puppy dog eyes, too!

DAISY is not only adorable, but she has a bright, sweet, lovable, playful puppy personality. She LOVES everyone she meets, and LOVES other dogs and cats, too!

Located in private foster in CT.

Spayed/Vaccinated

For an application, go to www.murphyspaw.org/adoption-form

* Approved application is required prior to setting up meet and greet.

Please call your vet ahead of time to allow them to give us a vet reference.

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Stratford, CT

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