Newsletter Archives

Pet Spotlight: Meet Olive

Olive is a sweet 7 year-old Chihuahua mix. She’s a super-sweet senior from Kentucky whose family had to move and couldn’t take her along. She’s now at DAWS and ready for […]

Who is Man’s Best Friend?

Man’s Best Friend – Dog Or Cat? – Can History Tell? Usually the answer to this question is, it depends. There seem to be people who clearly define themselves as […]

Celebrate Dogs in October

October is truly all about dogs. Two great initiatives are featured in the month of October to help raise awareness about the plight of homeless dogs. Adopt-a-Dog Month In 1981 […]

Pet Spotlight: Meet Daisy Mae

Daisy Mae is a sweet and energetic girl who is looking for her forever home. She loves to meet new people and is eager to greet them with a wiggly […]

Your Dog’s Nose Knows

Your dog’s nose is more than just a cute little button at the end of his adorable little face. His nose is an amazing part of his anatomy that serves […]

Happy Tails: Puppy Leo (Ranger)

How can you resist that cute little face? Puppy Leo, now named Ranger, is doing fabulously in his new home. His family is happy to report that they are head […]

DAWS Honors Lynne Persan at the 2017 Fall for Animals Ball

Danbury Animal Welfare Society’s Board of Directors was thrilled to honor Lynne Persan as the 2017 Fall for Animals Ball Honoree. At the gala fundraising event held on September 30, Lynne was […]

Happy Tails: Precious and Socks

We featured, you listened! We are very happy to report that last month’s featured felines, Precious and Socks, found their new forever home. This bonded pair had been together all […]

Bad Human! Behaviors You Should Not Encourage in Your Dog

Most dog parents want a well-behaved dog, but sometimes pet parents unknowingly encourage naughty behaviors that can make life at home and in the community less then ideal. These behaviors […]

Mission Critical – Find Amos a Home

Amos is still on the lookout for a new family to call his own. While he waits, he is keeping up with his training and getting love and attention from […]