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DAWS “Making a difference, one animal at a time...” We take pride in the work we do - working to keep homeless pets safe, happy and sheltered.

DAWS Animal Welfare Society, Inc a non-profit, no-kill organization dedicated to improving the lives of animals in our community and beyond. We promote responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals, and work toward ending animal overpopulation through education and a variety of programs.

🐈 This adorable kitten is Jade 🐈 She is 12-weeks-old and weighs 2.5 lb. She has a soft shorthaired tortoiseshell coat. ...
10/23/2026

🐈 This adorable kitten is Jade 🐈 She is 12-weeks-old and weighs 2.5 lb. She has a soft shorthaired tortoiseshell coat. Jade is a very sweet girl. She loves to play with toys and snuggle with people--everything you want in a kitten! She is currently in our Kitten Nursery with lots of playmates and doing well! Jade is microchipped, vaccinated for age and healthy. She is litterbox trained. Her adoption fee is $200. If you would like to meet/adopt Jade, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Jade can't wait to meet you! ❤

🐕 This pretty girl is Roxie 🐕 She is an 18-month-old foxhound/terrier mix and weighs 50 lb. Roxie loves to be outside an...
10/22/2026

🐕 This pretty girl is Roxie 🐕 She is an 18-month-old foxhound/terrier mix and weighs 50 lb. Roxie loves to be outside and is ready for all kinds of adventures. She is a fun dog who is also very sweet. She is good with other dogs and also good with cats. Roxie is going to make an awesome member of the family! She is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. Her adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Roxie, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Roxie can't wait to meet you! ❤

🐕 This handsome boy is Boomer 🐕 He is a one-year-old labradoodle and weighs 51 lb. Boomer is a friendly, outgoing pup. H...
10/21/2026

🐕 This handsome boy is Boomer 🐕 He is a one-year-old labradoodle and weighs 51 lb. Boomer is a friendly, outgoing pup. He is good with meeting new people and would love an active family that will take him on all kinds of outdoor adventures. Boomer walks well on a leash, knows sit and is a smart dog. He is good with other dogs and we expect will be fine with children. We don't know what Boomer thinks of cats, but can cat-test him if needed. Boomer is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. He will need regular grooming. His adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Boomer, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Boomer can't wait to meet you! ❤

This adorable girl is Mexican Pizza 🐕🍕 She is the last pup of her Taco Bell Menu-inspired litter still looking for a hom...
10/19/2026

This adorable girl is Mexican Pizza 🐕🍕 She is the last pup of her Taco Bell Menu-inspired litter still looking for a home and really wants to be adopted like her brother and sisters. Pizza is a 10-week-old pug/dachshund mix and weighs 8 lb. We expect she will be around 30 lb full grown. Pizza is super adorable, friendly, playful and snuggly--everything you want in a puppy! She is microchipped, vaccinated for age and healthy. Her adoption fee is $400. If you would like to meet/adopt Mexican Pizza, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Mexican Pizza can't wait to be picked and taken home! ❤

🐈 This pretty kitty is Lady 🐈 She is one-year-old and weighs 9 lb. Lady has a soft shorthaired shiny black coat. Lady wa...
10/18/2026

🐈 This pretty kitty is Lady 🐈 She is one-year-old and weighs 9 lb. Lady has a soft shorthaired shiny black coat. Lady was surrendered to us when her owner could no longer care for her. She has a super sweet personality and loves people. She enjoys pets and attention and is an outgoing girl who is also cuddly. Her left eye is slowly healing with eyedrops after a presumed trauma in her past. The eye causes her no discomfort and we hope it will continue to clear until it is just a minor corneal scar. Lady is good with other cats and is going to make someone an awesome companion! Lady is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. She is litterbox trained. Her adoption fee is $240. If you would like to meet/adopt Lady, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Lady can't wait to meet you! ❤

Looking through these photos, we’re reminded of just how much this community means to DAWS and the animals who depend on...
10/17/2026

Looking through these photos, we’re reminded of just how much this community means to DAWS and the animals who depend on us 🐾❤

Our Making a Difference Gala raised almost $200,000 for shelter animals, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, guests and the volunteers who gave their time and hearts to make this night possible. We are so grateful to everyone who helped bring it to life.

You came together to celebrate the happy tails you’ve helped make possible and to give that same chance to animals still waiting. Each time an animal goes home, a kennel or cat condo opens for another who needs safety, care and someone to believe in them. Your support keeps those doors opening.

An extra big thank you to Sarah Farrell of Magic Circle Photography and Justin Horatio of Eight Six Photography for capturing the joy and heart of this evening so so beautifully.

Relive the celebration and explore the full gallery here:
https://magiccirclestudio.pixieset.com/daws2026gala/

🐈 This handsome kitty is Brandon 🐈 He is 2-years-old and weighs 12 lb. Brandon has a soft shorthaired black and white co...
10/17/2026

🐈 This handsome kitty is Brandon 🐈 He is 2-years-old and weighs 12 lb. Brandon has a soft shorthaired black and white coat. Brandon was found stray in Danbury and is so ready to find his forever home! Brandon is super sweet and will be perfect for someone looking for a very chill cuddler. Brandon is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. He is litterbox trained. His adoption fee is $240. If you would like to meet/adopt Brandon, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Brandon can't wait to meet you! ❤

🐕 This pretty girl is Sarah 🐕 She is a 9-month-old lab mix and weighs 37 lb. Sarah is very sweet but the kennel noise is...
10/16/2026

🐕 This pretty girl is Sarah 🐕 She is a 9-month-old lab mix and weighs 37 lb. Sarah is very sweet but the kennel noise is too much for her and we hope to find her a great home soon! She enjoys pets and belly rubs. Sarah is going to be a devoted, loving companion to whoever gets her outta here and into a peaceful home. Sarah is good with other dogs. We don't know what she thinks of cats but we can cat-test her if needed. Sarah is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. Her adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Sarah, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions ❤

🐕 This pretty girl is Lady 🐕 She is 3-years-old and weighs 31 lb. She looks like a mini-shepherd and has a soft, gorgeou...
10/15/2026

🐕 This pretty girl is Lady 🐕 She is 3-years-old and weighs 31 lb. She looks like a mini-shepherd and has a soft, gorgeous coat. Lady is a very sweet, attentive and engaging pup. She loves cuddles and pets and is ready to be part of a family. Lady is good with other dogs and good with cats. We think she will be fine with children of all ages. Lady is going to make someone an awesome companion! Lady is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. Her adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Lady, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Lady can't wait to meet you! ❤

🐕 This handsome boy is Augustus 🐕 He is a 5-year-old lab mix and weighs 50 lb. Augustus is an AWESOME dog! He is sweet, ...
10/15/2026

🐕 This handsome boy is Augustus 🐕 He is a 5-year-old lab mix and weighs 50 lb. Augustus is an AWESOME dog! He is sweet, engaging and cuddly. Augustus loves toys and is quick to solve treat puzzles. He is active and ready for any adventure you are up for. Augustus has a well-rounded, good natured temperment. He enters a room with confidence and curiosity. Meeting new people is a pleasure for him. He takes treats gently and is excellent with kids. Augustus is a built-in best friend--loves people but can also be in a room alone. Augustus is good with other dogs and also fine with cats. This boy is a real winner! Augustus is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. His adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Augustus, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Augustus can't wait to meet you! ❤

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