Connecticut - Puppies

: This shop offers a wide selection of purebred and designer puppies, including a lifetime of free training for every puppy purchased. Their Newington location also provides professional grooming and high-quality pet supplies.

: Located at 10 Cross St, they feature a range of sizes from tiny Chihuahuas to giant Bernese Mountain Dogs, sourced from a network of professional breeders. Puppies Connecticut

: There is a growing movement in CT to ban the sale of commercially bred dogs in pet stores, similar to laws passed in New York. Advocates often push for HB 5386 to ensure pet shops only offer animals from welfare organizations. : This shop offers a wide selection of

: With locations in Newington , Waterford , and Wilton , they are a primary resource for adoptions. They often feature "Puppy Bowl" participants—eight CT dogs represented the state in the 2026 Puppy Bowl . : There is a growing movement in CT

If you are just starting your search, you can also join local community groups like , which is a "CT only" group for rehoming pets without fees, provided you can prove residency and pass their screening.

: When the puppy truly feels "at home" and their full personality emerges.

: Based in Canton , they specialize in saving dogs of all breeds and ages. They host frequent adoption events and have placed over 8,000 dogs in homes.