Searching for a furry family member? Look no further! Check out dogs available for adoption through Paddy's Paws! Reminder, we do not have a public facility.
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Paddy’s Paws Rescue
Dept Ag License: 527862 Thank you for visiting Paddy's Paws! Our primary goal is to find adoptive homes for amazing dogs that are located in shelters, rescues and foster homes. Our adoption process works a bit different than other shelters and rescues. Paddy's Paws serves as a coordinator for Houston rescues. We send out the applications, arrange homevisits and secure back up
fosters for each of the dogs that will be transported here. Like most foster-based organizations, we do not have a facility and set up all appointments on an individual basis. Prior to any meet and greets, we require an approved application so you will need to go through all the steps before you can meet any of the available dogs in Wisconsin. The application, reference checks and homevisit are considered part of the general approval process and we cannot guarantee that a specific dog will still be available when you complete the process, but doing so will get you access to our "match making" service where you will have bios and pictures of multiple dogs that may be exactly what you're looking for! And, of course, there's always the possibility that the dog that sparked your initial interest will still be available! Begin your application process here: paddyspaws.blogspot.com
We start with the completed application and then check references/vet records. The next step is a homevisit with family and one of our representatives. Once we have gathered all this information, we provide it to the Houston team. Then, we can set up a meet and greet with available dogs. Essentially, Paddy's Paws provides the volunteer manpower and the Houston rescues, well, do the rescue! Adoptions are approved by the team and transportation is arranged! Paddy's Paws is a Non-Profit 501-c3 organization: EIN: 47-4005691
10/30/2025
Want to meet some of our available pooches? We have just the opportunity for you!
This Saturday from 1:00-6:00, our adoptable pups will be popping by Fort Fall Fest! We will have a booth with volunteers to answer questions and introduce you to some amazing dogs!
Their times of appearance will vary based on their comfort level, as well as adoption status, but the featured pups below are planning to attend throughout the day!
And speaking of awesome, two time adopter Bob at Orange Whip Design is offering to support the rescue if you mention this post when booking his services! He’s provided free services to our charitable events so we’re hoping to send clients his way! Rumor has it, he’ll adopt dog #3 if he gets 10 new clients 😉
10/27/2025
Meet Bubbles, our most recent Wisconsin surrender. She’s a 10 month old, 13 pound mixed breed!
Her mom really loved her, but she couldn’t care her anymore and loved her enough to let her go to rescue. Bubbles had a former best friend who was a cat, and now lives with 6 other dogs and young children and does well with them too! She would also do just fine as an only dog in a home. She has great housemanners and loves to snuggle!
When Bubbles was 6 months old, there was an accident and she had to have her back leg amputated. She gets around just fine as the cutest little tripod!
Bubbles will be spayed and caught up on any core veterinary care and then be ready for a home!
Interested in adoption? The first step is an application at paddyspaws.blogspot.com. Please do not apply if pets in the home are not up to date per our website requirements or are not altered. Our rescue adopts to Wisconsin and Illinois. Our requirements for Illinois applications are: excellent vet history, no children under 7 in the home, and an owned home. Wisconsin does not have these requirements, though we will not consider applications where pets are missing core veterinary care.
Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and once
approved a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $250.
Learn more or begin the application process at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
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10/26/2025
We have some lovely dogs coming to our rescue next weekend! These are a few pups who are hoping to get a little more attention and interest, so they can receive some more applications.
Fill out an application at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
10/26/2025
We have two special adoptions to share! Luna has waited a long time for her forever home, and has finally found it! Also, sweet puppy, Oscar, has found his perfect match!
If you have adopted from Paddy's Paws, you can share updates here: Paddy’s Paws: Happily Ever After!
If you would like to adopt from our rescue, find our application at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
10/25/2025
Toby is the sweetest little dog with a big personality and an even bigger heart! ❤
Cute, bright, and endlessly affectionate, he gets along wonderfully with dogs of all shapes and sizes and loves making new friends. Toby is both fearless and silly, always ready to play or make you laugh with his goofy antics. With his cheerful spirit and loving nature, he’s sure to bring joy and giggles to your home every single day. Toby is about five months old, weighs 9 pounds, up-to-date on all age appropriate vaccines, and is neutered.
Fill out an application at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
10/25/2025
This sweet girl is ready for adoption! Moxie is 10 months old and about 33 pounds!
Like any herding/working pooch, routine is good. She does great in a kennel, is housetrained in her foster home and is working on basic commands.
She loves to play with other dogs and would love a furry friend to run with! All sizes, all personalities, she rolls with it. She greets appropriately, takes dog to dog redirections appropriately, plays appropriately, but a senior friend may not appreciate her energy.
She is working on not jumping because and is
she’s still a baby and loves to be right up by you. She wants to be with family and loves with her whole body in your lap. She’s previously lived with a cat and does well with kids 6 and up!
Moxie is available through Paddy's Paws to the bestest home.
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10/24/2025
Our rescue is so incredibly lucky to have such generous supporters. A giant thank you to these wonderful folks for their contributions and the amazing impact it has on our rescue!
Together, we can make such a difference!
10/24/2025
This little kitty is local to our rescue! Please keep an eye out for her!
10/24/2025
Meet Dylan! 🐾
This little scruffy sweetheart was found as a stray in Houston, and no one came looking for him. He’s very adorable! Dylan is about a year old and weighs just 8 pounds.
He’s playful, clever, and full of personality. Now that he’s neutered and settled into his foster home, he’s shown what a calm, affectionate companion he can be. Dylan gets along beautifully with dogs of all shapes and sizes and loves making new friends.
If you’re looking for a sweet, silly, and irresistibly cute little buddy, Dylan might just be your perfect match!
Fill out an application at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
10/19/2025
This sweet, silly girl is ready to steal your heart 💕 Brownie and her mama, Juno, were surrendered to the rescue when their owners could no longer afford their care. Thankfully, they both landed in a wonderful foster home—and Brownie has been thriving ever since!
About Brownie:
🤎Age: ~3.5 years
🤎Weight: 16 pounds
🤎Personality: Sweet, goofy, and cuddly
🤎Loves: Being held, playing with other dogs, and spreading joy!
We haven’t seen her around cats or kids yet in her Texas foster home, but we do know she’s full of love and has the kind of personality that lights up a room.
Who wouldn’t want a happy, adorable little brown dog in their life? 🐾 Brownie can’t wait to meet her forever family—could it be you? 🏡💕
Fill out an application at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
10/19/2025
Three dogs were adopted this past weekend and we are so happy for them and their new families! 🥰🐾
🎉Congratulations to pups: Buddy, Lydia, and Dixie on finding their forever homes!
If you've adopted a dog from Paddy's Paws, you can share updates on the Paddy’s Paws: Happily Ever After! group page.
Interested in adopting? Learn more at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
10/18/2025
Meet Dewey! 🐾
He went from roaming the streets outside rural Houston to dreaming of a forever home in Wisconsin. He was found alongside another pup by a kind-hearted mail carrier who alerted rescuers just in time. Since then, Dewey’s been soaking up the comforts of indoor life and loving every minute of it!
Dewey is the full package: charming, scruffy, sweet, and full of love. He gets along with dogs of all shapes and sizes and has a heart big enough for everyone he meets. 💕 He’s affectionate, easygoing, and absolutely darling. He is about a year old and weighs 22 pounds.
Now all Dewey needs is YOU. 🏡
Could you be his happily ever after?
Find out about our application process at paddyspaws.blogspot.com
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Paddy’s Paws believes in “Rescue Done Right!” Since beginning in late 2014, and officially becoming a nonprofit in November of 2015, Paddy’s Paws has helped over 2,100 dogs find forever homes. The main focus is to find good homes, for good dogs, with good people. Many of the dogs helped are from Houston, Texas. Why Houston? The Wisconsin-Texas connection stems from a friendship that Paddy’s Paws’ founder, Erin, had with the founder of the Houston-based rescue, Lola’s Lucky Day. After taking a trip to Houston, Erin witnessed firsthand the huge homeless pet population in Houston where many dogs were getting euthanized in shelters due to lack of space. Erin created Paddy’s Paws so that dogs who would normally have no chance, could have their second chance at life. Thanks to a solid foster program and dedicated volunteers, Paddy’s Paws expanded its rescue connections and currently works with three licensed rescues: Hooves and Hounds, Houston K-911 Rescue, and Lola’s Lucky Day. In addition to helping homeless dogs from Houston, it also assists with local owner surrenders in Wisconsin.
There are many reasons why Paddy’s Paws is unique. Paddy’s Paws provides animal education to local youth and creates countless community outreach opportunities. In addition to hosting fundraisers for dogs in need, Paddy’s Paws sends all adoption fees to the Houston rescues so they can help save more dogs. As of August 2018, over $600,000 has been sent back. Paddy’s Paws relies solely on the dedication of fabulous fosters and volunteers and the generous support of their followers. Paddy’s Paws uses its expert match-making skills and thorough approval process to ensure each dog goes to a home that is the best fit. Paddy’s Paws is more than just a rescue...Paddy’s Paws is a family. Always available to support adopters throughout the entire process, Paddy’s Paws takes delight in following the special journey of every dog who comes through the organization. Thank you for helping Paddy’s Paws change a life...one dog at a time.
More About the Adoption Process
Our adoption process works a bit different than other shelters and rescues! Paddy's Paws serves as a coordinator for Houston rescues. We send out the applications, arrange home visits and secure back up fosters for each of the dogs that will be transported here. Like most foster-based organizations, we do not have a facility and set up all appointments on an individual basis. Prior to any meet and greets, we require an approved application so we will need to go through all the steps before having you meet any of the available dogs here in Wisconsin.
The application, reference checks, and home visit are considered part of the general approval process and we cannot guarantee that a specific dog will still be available when you complete the process, but doing so will get you access to our "match making" service where you will have bios and pictures of multiple dogs that may be exactly what you're looking for! And, of course, there's always the possibility that the dog that sparked your initial interest will still be available!
Begin your application process by filling out an adoption application.
Can't adopt, but want to get involved? We will share opportunities to participate in fundraisers, volunteer, and raise awareness for homeless animals!
Paddy's Paws is a Non-Profit 501-c3 organization: EIN: 47-4005691
