Wags and Wiggles Rescue of Newport, New Hampshire.

Adoptable

Dogs ready for home.

Every dog here is waiting for a second chance—and a forever home.

Buster

Please welcome Buster Boxer / Terrier / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Buster to WWR! This dog friendly gem is believed to be 2-3 years of age and has a calm demeanor. Buster enjoys everyone that he meets and would be a welcomed addition to any family. He has been neutered, microchipped,

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Squirt

Please welcome Squirt Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Squirt to WWR! Squirt is around 2 years of age, great with other dogs and cats, and loves a good human snuggle. Humans were not always kind to him but that hasn't stopped him spirit from shining. Squirt is

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Tundra

Please welcome Tundra Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Tundra to WWR! Tundra is around 2 years of age, great with other dogs and cats, and loves a good human snuggle. Humans were not always kind to him but that hasn't stopped him spirit from shining. Tundra is

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Gusto

Please welcome Gusto Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Gusto to WWR! Gusto is around 2 years of age, great with other dogs and cats, and loves a good human snuggle. Humans were not always kind to him but that hasn't stopped him spirit from shining. Gusto is

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Athena

Please welcome Athena Great Dane / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Athena to WWR! At just 10 weeks old, this little peanut is a fighter. Cared for in a rural southern shelter, our long legged bat eared girl is ready for a new life in New England. Athena is

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Dakota

Please welcome Dakota Chocolate Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Dakota to WWR! The remaining puppy in the litter, found abandoned, is happy and healthy and ready for a forever. He’s estimated to be 4-5 months of age, loves kids, cats, and dogs and is a joy

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Stanley

Please welcome Stanley Boxer / Terrier / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Stanley and his toofs to WWR! He is 4 years of age, enjoys the company of other dogs, and has said that he wants to try this fun NH hiking thing with our team. Stanley will be ready to go

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Jack

Please welcome Jack Retriever / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Jack to WWR! Jack found himself in a southern shelter with his best bud Taco who was adopted. Jack was returned to us in January with lack of training and boundaries and we have worked with him as one should with

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Sherry

Please welcome Sherry Terrier / Mixed (short coat) Please welcome Sherry to WWR! She is believed to be under 2 years of age, great with older kids (jumpy and excitable with the littles), and should be the only dog in the home. Although she’s shown interest in other dogs, she

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How it works

What adoption looks like from first click to homecoming.

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Adopt

Start with the dogs currently available and read each profile with photos, temperament notes, and fit details.

Apply

Use the application path to share your household, schedule, and what kind of dog you are hoping to welcome.

Meet

Coordinate with the rescue for the next conversation, a meet-and-greet, and any final fit questions.

Bring home

When the match feels right, the rescue helps guide the final steps so your new dog can come home with confidence.

Ways to help

Adoption is one path. Support keeps the rescue going.

By giving foster time, volunteer energy, or financial support, visitors can act even if today is not the day they adopt.

Volunteer

Show up in a way that makes a real difference.

Learn about fostering, volunteering, transport, and other hands-on ways to help dogs in rescue care.

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Donate

Help fund the care every dog needs.

A gift helps cover vetting, transport, food, supplies, and the everyday care behind every adoption.

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