Meriden Animal Control-Saving Paws

05/31/2026

FOUND DOGS

#435 Intact Male, Bully Mix, no collar or microchip. Found on Friday 5/29 K**b Hill Rd South Meriden Area.

#436 Intact Male, French Bull Dog/ Bully Mix. Wearing a blue collar with no tags & had a leash attached. No microchip. Found on Saturday 5/30 Center St area.

If you're missing or recognize either of these dogs, please give our office a call and always leave a message 203-235-4179.

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*Not available for adoption, we're searching for their owners.

05/30/2026

*ADOPTION ALERT!*

Our handsome boy Crush has been adopted! He's now getting lots of playtime and attention with his new family! 💕🐾

05/28/2026

Saving Paws and Meriden Animal Control are sponsoring a low cost rabies vaccine clinic on Saturday June 6th from 9 am-1 pm! This will be held at the Meriden Animal Control shelter at 311 Murdock Ave in Meriden, CT. Dogs and cats 3 months old and over can receive a rabies vaccine for $20 CASH ONLY please. ALL CT RESIDENTS ARE WELCOME!

3 Year rabies vaccines are available, but you must bring in proof of a prior rabies vaccination. Dogs MUST be on leash and cats MUST be in carriers. Questions? Call our office at 203-235-4179 and ALWAYS leave a message or send us an email to [email protected] and we will get back to you ASAP.

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05/27/2026

*BIG ED WITH THE BIG HEAD IS LOOKING FOR HIS FOREVER HOME!* PLEASE SHARE!
Email: [email protected]
Savingpawsct.org/adopt

Meet our big headed Bully mix boy named Big Ed! Big Ed came to our shelter after he was found roaming in town. His family never came to claim him, so Ed is now looking for a new family to come adopt him! Ed is about 2 years old and he is a very short and stocky boy who weighs about 50 lbs. He is some kind of Bulldog mix who has a squishy face with Bulldog type breathing. This means he will be sensitive in the heat and he can over exert himself easily. Big Ed is a playful guy who likes a good squeaky toy. He sits and gives paw for a cookie when asked. Ed is a roly poly boy who will steal your heart with his big smile and funny snorts! He is not a fan of cats and cannot live with them. Ed can go to a home with children 12 years old and older who have experience with dogs.

If you are interested in adopting Big Ed Please Email us at [email protected] for an application! His adoption fee is $75.00.
PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL SPAM FOLDER! Big Ed is located at the Meriden Animal Control shelter at 311 Murdock Ave in Meriden, CT. An application MUST be submitted and approved before making an appointment to meet any of our animals.

05/25/2026

❤️🤍💙😇Remembering all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice😇❤️🤍💙

05/24/2026

*ADOPTION ALERT!*

Our super sweet girl Aquarius has been adopted! We were so excited when her new family said YES to taking her home! The connection was instant and she is doing so well in her new home. Thank you so much to Aquarius' family who opened their home to a senior pup! 💕🐾

05/24/2026

*ADOPTION ALERT!*

Our sweet puppy Willa has been adopted! This silly girl loves everyone and her new family instantly fell in love with her as well!💕🐾

05/21/2026

We want to give a big THANK YOU shout out to the City's Public Works Department for collecting all these donations for our shelter last weekend! Thank you so much to everyone who donated, we really appreciate it!

05/21/2026

*ADOPTION ALERT!*

Our small and spunky boy Fajita has been adopted! His family was looking for a high energy and playful Chi to be friends with their puppy, and Fajita was a perfect match! 🐾💕

05/19/2026

It's going to be a hot one today 🥵☀️
Keep your pets nice and cool indoors with ac, fans, cooling mats, frozen treats and always fresh water!

Please leave your dogs home today if you're going for a ride, unless you never leave the car with them!

If you see a dog in a hot car (please check to make sure the car isn't on with ac first) please call the non-emergency number at the MPD 203-238-1911 to speak to a dispatcher and give them as much info as possible!

Sidewalks and pavement are too hot on paws for afternoon walks, so opt for shady, grassy areas late in the day.

Stay cool 🥶🐾

☀️🐾 HOT WEATHER SAFETY FOR DOGS 🐾☀️

As temperatures rise, our dogs depend on us to keep them safe. Even a few minutes in extreme heat can quickly become dangerous — and even deadly.

🚫 Never leave your dog in the carA parked car can reach deadly temperatures within minutes, even on a mild day.

🌱 Walk smartChoose grass over hot asphalt, keep walks short, and bring plenty of water.

🏠 When in doubt, leave them homeYour pup will always be safer and cooler relaxing indoors.

⚠️ Know the signs of heatstroke:Excessive panting, bright red tongue, vomiting, diarrhea, discolored gums, weakness, or trouble walking. If you notice these signs, contact a veterinarian immediately.

📢 See something? Say something.If you see a dog left in a hot car or in distress, call local animal control or police right away. In Connecticut, there are legal protections for helping dogs in immediate danger.

Please help us spread the word and share this post.Together we can keep dogs safe, cool, and protected this summer. ❤️🐶

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