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The Little Guild The Little Guild is a no-kill shelter in NW CT, building families one 4-legged member at a time.
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The Little Guild, founded in 1960 by Muriel Alvord Ward and Eleanora Kleinschmidt, is the only limited intake shelter in Northwest Connecticut. The current 3,000-square-foot facility accommodates 16 dogs and 25 cats comfortably at any time.

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Loyal, attentive, and good-natured, beautiful Sydney is looking for a family to love!  From now until 8/31, Sydney's ado...
25/08/2024

Loyal, attentive, and good-natured, beautiful Sydney is looking for a family to love! From now until 8/31, Sydney's adoption fee will be WAIVED in support of the 2024 Clear the Shelters Campaign! Help us find this girl a loving home!

Ace your weekend plans with us! 🎾 Watch top talent from the Northwest Corner in action while supporting a great cause! T...
25/08/2024

Ace your weekend plans with us! 🎾 Watch top talent from the Northwest Corner in action while supporting a great cause! Tickets are just $50 for the Charity Doubles Tennis Exhibition on September 17th at 3 PM, Sharon Country Club. All proceeds benefit the Little Guild. Get your tickets now at givebutter.com/lg-tennis or the link in our bio!

Game, Set, Match! 🎾 Don't miss your chance to see top players Dustin Parente, Jeff Klivitz, John Lippert, and Guillermo ...
23/08/2024

Game, Set, Match! 🎾 Don't miss your chance to see top players Dustin Parente, Jeff Klivitz, John Lippert, and Guillermo Garcia Rincon battle it out at the Charity Doubles Tennis Exhibition! Join us Saturday, September 17th, at 3 PM at the Sharon Country Club. Tickets are $50, and all proceeds benefit the Little Guild. Get yours now at givebutter.com/lg-tennis or follow the link in our bio on our website!

Cookie, Katara and Stuart are all looking for their forever homes!🏠❤️ For more information on any of them you can give u...
23/08/2024

Cookie, Katara and Stuart are all looking for their forever homes!🏠❤️ For more information on any of them you can give us a call at 860-672-6346 or go to our website littleguild.org 🥰

Andy is a little on the timid side at first, but once you earn his trust, he will shower you with affection and loyalty....
22/08/2024

Andy is a little on the timid side at first, but once you earn his trust, he will shower you with affection and loyalty. Andy has medium/high energy, and needs calm, confident handling to help him overcome his insecurities. He has a tendency towards “stranger danger” and will benefit from training to help him understand and navigate the world. With a trusted handler, he can be a very wiggly, happy-go-lucky boy. If you think you can provide Andy with guidance he needs and are ready to be rewarded with devotion and love, reach out today!

From now until 8/31, Andy's adoption fee will be WAIVED in support of the 2024 Clear the Shelters Campaign! Help us find this sweet pup a loving home!

Look at this beautiful girl!!!😍😍😍 Sydney is still waiting for her forever home! For more information about her or to fil...
21/08/2024

Look at this beautiful girl!!!😍😍😍 Sydney is still waiting for her forever home! For more information about her or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org

Run with Your Pup 🐾🏅 Celebrate the bond with your furry friend at the Run & Wag 5K on October 19, 2024. Runners, walkers...
20/08/2024

Run with Your Pup 🐾🏅 Celebrate the bond with your furry friend at the Run & Wag 5K on October 19, 2024. Runners, walkers, and dogs of all ages are welcome. Don’t miss out on this unique event! Register online only at www.littleguild.org.

⚠️CUTENESS WARNING!!!!⚠️ Mochi & Chewi need a home!🩷💚 These gorgeous babies are the perfect mix of sweet and playful. Wh...
20/08/2024

⚠️CUTENESS WARNING!!!!⚠️ Mochi & Chewi need a home!🩷💚 These gorgeous babies are the perfect mix of sweet and playful. Whether you want a dog who is going to go play a game of fetch or sit on the couch and cuddle, these dogs are for you! They are around 4 years old and are the perfect sizes, both weighing around 25 pounds each. They are ready for a new beginning and to find a family that will love them forever! If this sounds like you please go to littleguild.org to fill out an adoption application!🥰

We were thrilled 😊 to meet so many friends at our annual Canine Vaccine Clinic on Saturday at Coe Park in Torrington! A ...
19/08/2024

We were thrilled 😊 to meet so many friends at our annual Canine Vaccine Clinic on Saturday at Coe Park in Torrington! A heartfelt thank you 🙏🙏🙏 to our incredible veterinary team, our dedicated volunteers, our hardworking staff, and Coe Park for making it possible to provide free exams and vaccinations for over 50 dogs. We also want to extend our gratitude to the pet owners who are committed to keeping their animals healthy and happy.

Programs like this are made possible by the generosity of our grantors and supporters. We are deeply thankful for their contributions, which enable us to offer this vital service to the pets in our community.

Cookie is an energetic, rambunctious boy. While he may get over excited at times, he responds well to correction and gui...
19/08/2024

Cookie is an energetic, rambunctious boy. While he may get over excited at times, he responds well to correction and guidance and is truly eager to please and be a part of a family. He has high energy and loves to chase balls and toys. He does have some terrier attitude 😜 and sometimes wants to be his own boss but he will absolutely thrive in an active household with moderate to high levels of exercise. With proper guidance, Cookie will be a delightful addition to your family!

From now until 8/31, Cookie's adoption fee will be WAIVED in support of the 2024 Clear the Shelters Campaign! Help us find this little guy a loving home!

Peaches & Cream adopted and doing amazing in their new home!!!❤️❤️❤️
17/08/2024

Peaches & Cream adopted and doing amazing in their new home!!!❤️❤️❤️

Sydney is a Little Guild alumni who was surrendered back to us after several years due to changes in the family dynamic....
16/08/2024

Sydney is a Little Guild alumni who was surrendered back to us after several years due to changes in the family dynamic. She is shy and hesitant at first, but extremely sweet and affectionate once her trust is earned. While she tends to favor women, she can and will warm up to men if handled patiently. This happy girl loves to shower you in the face with kisses so be prepared for that. She also loves a good cuddle and game of fetch with her stuffed toys. She came to us with an impressive foundation in obedience training and is able to perform a variety of commands reliably, including “sit”, “down”, and “place”. Sydney is ideal for an experienced dog owner who is ready to give her a second chance!

From now until 8/31, Sydney's adoption fee will be WAIVED in support of the 2024 Clear the Shelters Campaign! Help us find this girl a loving home!

🐕‍🦺🌟 Lace up your running shoes and bring your pups! Support Little Guild's mission to rescue and find homes for dogs an...
15/08/2024

🐕‍🦺🌟 Lace up your running shoes and bring your pups! Support Little Guild's mission to rescue and find homes for dogs and cats in need at the Run & Wag 5K on October 19, 2024. Together, we can make a difference. Register online only at www.littleguild.org.

Riley (now Domino) adopted!!!!❤️🥰
15/08/2024

Riley (now Domino) adopted!!!!❤️🥰

Clear The Shelters™  is an annual, nationwide pet adoption campaign that is led by NBCUniversal Local as a way to bring ...
14/08/2024

Clear The Shelters™ is an annual, nationwide pet adoption campaign that is led by NBCUniversal Local as a way to bring attention to local animal shelters and visibility to pets in need. In support of the 2024 Clear the Shelters campaign, the Little Guild is waiving the adoption fees on our longest residents - SYDNEY, COOKIE, & ANDY - from August 14th to August 31st. ‼️

Please share this post and help us find loving, wonderful homes for these deserving pups! ❤️🏠

GNATTY & LI'L BEE are available for adoption!!!🖤🐾 Gnatty & Li'! Bee are a bonded pair of goofy little kittens.They both ...
14/08/2024

GNATTY & LI'L BEE are available for adoption!!!🖤🐾 Gnatty & Li'! Bee are a bonded pair of goofy little kittens.
They both love to play and will wrestle around with each other like crazy! When they're done they love to cozy up in their little hammocks. These 2 will definitely liven up any household. If you're looking for sweet, playful kittens, Gnatty & Li'l Bee could be just what you're looking for!
For more info or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org

Ivan adopted!!!😻😻😻
13/08/2024

Ivan adopted!!!😻😻😻

ZUKO is available for adoption!!!💖 Zuko came to us as a stray who had gotten very used to roaming free. He has grown mor...
12/08/2024

ZUKO is available for adoption!!!💖 Zuko came to us as a stray who had gotten very used to roaming free. He has grown more and more accustomed to leash walking and some confinement, but he remains a true husky at heart. He loves to roam and explore and will require as much space, supervised roaming and fulfillment as possible. He can be very playful with his sister, Azula, with a very “rough and tumble” play style. He will generally shy away from initial contact and benefits from patient handling. Zuko will be a great match for someone with the patience to form a deep lasting bond, and an active , outdoor lifestyle. If this sounds like you, Zuko is ready to explore the world with you! Go to littleguild.org for more details.🥰

Sokka adopted!!!❤️❤️❤️
10/08/2024

Sokka adopted!!!❤️❤️❤️

Our annual Little Guild Canine Vaccine Clinic is back on August 17 at Coe Park! 🐕💉 This FREE event is the perfect way to...
08/08/2024

Our annual Little Guild Canine Vaccine Clinic is back on August 17 at Coe Park! 🐕💉 This FREE event is the perfect way to keep your furry friends healthy. Sign up at www.littleguild.org to reserve your spot and receive your appointment time via email. Don’t miss out—spaces fill up fast!

How can you say no to these puppy dog eyes?!?😍😍😍 Chewi, Mochi, Sydney and Cookie want to meet you!!! We have so many ama...
08/08/2024

How can you say no to these puppy dog eyes?!?😍😍😍 Chewi, Mochi, Sydney and Cookie want to meet you!!! We have so many amazing dogs available for adoption who haven’t had any interest yet. For more information on any of these cuties or if you want to stop by to meet them, give us a call at 860-672-6346 ❤️

🐕‍🦺🌟 Lace up your running shoes and bring your pups! Support Little Guild's mission to rescue and find homes for dogs an...
07/08/2024

🐕‍🦺🌟 Lace up your running shoes and bring your pups! Support Little Guild's mission to rescue and find homes for dogs and cats in need at the Run & Wag 5K on October 19, 2024. Together, we can make a difference. Register online only at www.littleguild.org.

Ivan’s best buds have all gone home but he is still here!! He is an energetic 11 month old kitten looking for a family. ...
07/08/2024

Ivan’s best buds have all gone home but he is still here!! He is an energetic 11 month old kitten looking for a family. Ivan is quite the chatterbox! Everytime you talk to him, he’s sure to reply with his little meows. Ivan is super curious and is always checking out everyone and everything! He loves playing with anything he can get his paws on- balls, and string toys. He would benefit from having another cat in the household to play with. This silly boy will brighten up any house! For more info or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org ❤️🥰

SHADOW is available for adoption!!!🖤 Shadow is a very curious girl, who is always checking everything out! She is super ...
05/08/2024

SHADOW is available for adoption!!!🖤 Shadow is a very curious girl, who is always checking everything out! She is super playful and loves her string toys. She isn’t a fan of being picked up but will come right up to you for love and attention. Shadow can’t wait to be part of your family!🐾 For more info or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org

Stuart is always enjoying the sunshine🥰🥰🥰 He is still here waiting for his forever home!!! He is a goofy boy who will ke...
02/08/2024

Stuart is always enjoying the sunshine🥰🥰🥰 He is still here waiting for his forever home!!! He is a goofy boy who will keep you laughing with his happy attitude and funny personality. For more info or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org ❤️❤️❤️

🔎 Seeking a loving long-term foster home for PRINCESS 👸 + ECLIPSE 🕶️, two unique cats who need a special touch! 🐈🐈 These...
01/08/2024

🔎 Seeking a loving long-term foster home for PRINCESS 👸 + ECLIPSE 🕶️, two unique cats who need a special touch! 🐈🐈 These spirited kitties thrive in a spacious environment with minimal interaction. They can no longer stay in their current home and we know that the shelter - especially while we are in our temporary location - will not be a good place for them. If you have a big heart and the space to give them the TLC they deserve, you could be their perfect match! Please contact us 🙏 if you think you can help! 860-672-6346.

A huge huge 👏 THANK YOU 👏 to the Northwest CT Community Foundation and their amazing 2024 NW Corner Gives campaign!  For...
01/08/2024

A huge huge 👏 THANK YOU 👏 to the Northwest CT Community Foundation and their amazing 2024 NW Corner Gives campaign! For more than 50 years, NCCF has been taking on tough problems to improve the quality-of-life in Northwest CT by supporting nonprofits. We are so grateful for their incredible support and tireless efforts.

Adoptable Katara and Sokka went on a fun adventure the other day! If you are looking for an energetic fun loving puppy, ...
01/08/2024

Adoptable Katara and Sokka went on a fun adventure the other day! If you are looking for an energetic fun loving puppy, look no further! They are great in the car and love meeting new people. For more information or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org 🐾🖤

PEACHES & CREAM are available for adoption!!!🍑🍦 Peaches and Cream are definitely a sweet treat! This duo is so loving wi...
31/07/2024

PEACHES & CREAM are available for adoption!!!🍑🍦 Peaches and Cream are definitely a sweet treat! This duo is so loving with people and each other! They are so cute together, whether it’s snuggling, grooming each other, or playing. They just can’t get enough of each other! Because of this we are requiring that they go together. These two are looking for their furever home!😻 For more info or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org

THUMBELINA is available for adoption! Thumbelina came to us with her two small babies. She was such a good mom while she...
30/07/2024

THUMBELINA is available for adoption! Thumbelina came to us with her two small babies. She was such a good mom while she raised her babies. Now that they are grown she is finally ready to find her own family!
Another fun fact about Thumbelina is that she is polydactyl, which means she has a whole bunch of toes! (that's how we came up with her name!) Her favorite thing to do is watch out the window and to chirp at every bird and person that goes by. This curious girl is equal parts playful and cuddly!
Thumbelina can't wait to find her furever home!🏠❤️ For more info or to fill out an adoption application go to littleguild.org

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The Little Guild, founded in 1960 by Muriel Alvord Ward and Eleanora Kleinschmidt, is the only limited intake shelter in Northwest Connecticut. The current 3,000-square-foot facility accommodates 16 dogs and 25 cats comfortably at any time. ======================= First Half 2017 Animal Statistics: 1/1/2017 Animal Count: 34 Total Intakes: 149 Adoptions: 140 Transfers Out: 1 Deceased: 4 Total Outcomes: 145 6/30/2017 Animal Count: 38 First Half 2017 Live Release Rate: 141/145 = 97% ======================= The Little Guild gives every animal in our care the support they need to find a loving home. However, because we sometimes rescue animals in dire conditions, animals do pass away or are humanely euthanized in our care to end suffering.