Punks For Pets

UPDATE 8/12/26
Great news! Zuko and his sister LJ are home safe. Their owner left out scent items and fresh food and they circled back home overnight. They were dirty and had clearly encountered a skunk but otherwise fine after their adventure

MISSING 8-11-26 RI: “Zuko” is a male Husky/Pit X, Brindle, 3 yrs/50 lbs., missing from Sandy Ln/Cedar Swamp Rd (near: T.F. Green Airport).

Zuko may be traveling with his sister LJ.

Call 401-450-5743 if you see or have any info about Zuko. And he is SHY!! Do not chase, call to or attempt to catch.

🍑💖 She's as sweet as her name… and just as irresistible. 💖🍑

Meet Peaches ( ), a 3-year-old Pitbull Terrier mix with a heart full of love and a personality that's impossible to ignore.

Rescued from Georgia as a puppy, Peaches sadly found herself back in our care when her first home wasn't the right fit. But if you ask her? She's not dwelling on the past - she's too busy living life with her signature enthusiasm and wagging tail.

Peaches is the total package: playful, smart, treat-motivated, and delightfully goofy. Her ears pop up with excitement, her silly antics will have you laughing, and once she loves you, she loves with her whole heart. 🥰

This sweet girl would thrive as the star of her own show - a home where she can soak up attention, enjoy plenty of playtime, and snuggle her way right into your heart.

Some dogs are sugar and spice. Peaches is all sweetness. 🍑💕

Ready to meet your new best friend? Visit our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center and let Peaches show you why everyone who meets her falls in love.
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Friendly reminder....Today is the LAST DAY to take advantage of our DOGUST 1st adoption special!
Join us at our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center!
50% OFF adoption fees for all animals - for approved adopters.
👉Again, the special ends today, August 9

UPDATE: RHODE HOME RESCUE IS WILLING TO TAKE THIS DOG. THE THING PREVENTING THIS FROM HAPPENING IS THEY NEED A FOSTER TO STEP UP. APPLY TO BE A FOSTER THROUGH RHODE HOME RESCUE!

IMPORTANT POST THAT I NEED FOR EVERYONE TO READ THROUGHLY ‼️

This post is going to be unlike any post I've ever written. It's going to be challenging for me to write due to this dog being an owned dog, so bear with me and be understanding that I can only say about this situation what I release in this post.

This dog is originally from South Carolina. So many of the dogs that come up here from the south in what is believed to be their chance at a better life find themselves in horrible circumstances.

Her name is Cayenne Pepper, she's 3 y/o and like the majority of animals that I come in contact with, she's unvetted (intact/not current on vaccines).

Here's where the story gets challenging. A couple owned her. One has been away since May, and the other is in the process of moving out and has been staying in another city where the dog cannot go. The dog's "grandparents" live in the apartment above her. I'm just going to say that they have a lot going on and they're not able to care for the dog. They also have pets and those animals are not use to being with other animals and Cayenne Pepper cannot stay in their apartment, so Cayenne Pepper basically lives alone in her apartment.

For the past three days I have been reaching out to rescues and anyone I could think of to try and get this family help with this dog. You may be asking why I don't just take her for them? My problem is this.... I'm allowed to rent up to (5) cages at the Pawtucket Animal Shelter. Summer is in full swing here in Central Falls and my call volume is high! I use those (5) cages for the dogs I find loose on the street, or God forbid I need to seize an animal. It's a constant balancing act.

I have never done this before but sometimes desperate measures causes you to take a chance.

I'm looking to see about two things...

1) If you are a rescue capable of taking in a private surrender.

Or

2) If you're someone who was looking to get a dog. You can reach out to me at #401-616-2561. I would require your information just as you would give if you were to adopt from me. This would be a private surrender but by me doing that it will ensure this dog's safety.

Also, be advised that after today, I won't be back in my office until Tuesday (08/11/26), so if you're trying to contact me, it may take a few days for me to return your call.

Again, Cayenne Pepper was born in May of 2023. She is not vetted. That will need to be done! She is super sweet and has lived succesfully with kids. I do not have a way to test her with other animals.

The clock is ticking.... this is a southern dog now in Rhode Island that needs help. Is there anybody out there 🙏?

All the rescues that i've reached out to are at capacity. We're a state in crisis! I do want to thank all of them for contacting me back. Somehow together we'll get through this, we have to believe that!

Please understand that questions will not be answered on this page.

~ACO Charlene #61

WE BELIEVE THERE HAS BEEN A PAPERWORK MISTAKE OR SOME TYPE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ERROR
We have reviewed his records several times and it seems like Tux has been here since JANUARY.
This seems incorrect. There is no way such a handsome, sweet, dog friendly pup has been waiting 8 MONTHS for a family.
For God sake people, his ears that deserve their own appreciation society. He is about 1.5 years old and is a medium sized, mixed breed.
We've searched for the catch and there isn't one. No red flags, toxic character traits, or behavior issues.
The closest thing we've found is that Tux can be a little shy when meeting someone new.
Which, honestly, feels like an incredibly reasonable personality trait.
Once he realizes you're safe, he transforms into the affectionate, loyal companion we've known all along.
We're hoping someone out there notices what we've been seeing for months and will apply to adopt him. Stop by Saturday 10am-2pm to meet him in person or click here to apply online: https://tinyurl.com/8usxu6bh PLEASE HELP US FIND TUX HIS HAPPY ENDING BY SHARING!