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brightest when she’s close to her people. Once she settles into a routine, she’s calm, well-mannered, and easy to live with, though she still has a playful streak! She knows “sit,” “stay,” and “come,” and will happily nudge your hand or lean in close when she’s ready for love.
Blu enjoys exploring the outdoors and is always up for a walk—whether it’s a short stroll or a leisurely adventure through the park, she’s just happy to be by your side. Indoors, she’s respectful of her space, settles easily, and has a few adorable routines: she’ll greet you each morning with a belly rub request, gently rest her big head on your slippers to keep tabs on you, and quietly nudge you when she thinks it’s time for a treat or attention.
She’s previously lived with cats and is currently coexisting peacefully with a ferret in her foster home. With slow introductions, we believe she could do well in a variety of home setups—including those with resident pets.
Blu may be a little shy when meeting new people, but she does best with slow introductions and quickly looks to her trusted humans for reassurance. She tends to bond closely with her person and has a loyal, affectionate nature that makes her a joy to have around.
With her big heart, gentle soul, and a touch of goofiness, Blu Sapphire is a one-of-a-kind gem—ready to bring warmth, devotion, and charm to the lucky home that welcomes her.
Age: ~11 years old
How I came to PAWS: Owner Surrender
Animal ID#: A-179533
Weight: 51.5 lbs
Mixed breed (It’s impossible to identify breed mix by sight alone, so for most dogs, their mix is only a guess. We get to know each dog as an individual and strive to make matches based on personality, not on breed label.)
Location: Foster Care
​All of our dog meets are by appointment only; to get started, please complete the adoption application. To learn more about this dog, please contact us at adoptionsphillypaws or 215-298-9680 ext. 16.
Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society, 2900 Grays Ferry Ave, Phila, PA 19146 (by appointment only). PA Lic.# 06172.
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All animals adopted from PAWS are up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations, spayed/neutered, and microchipped. Adoption fees are as follows, including taxes:
Adult cats (6 months+) are $81. (1) Kitten (<6 months) is $135. (2) Kittens (<6 months) are $216. Puppies (<12 months) are $324. Adult Dogs (< 25lbs) are $297. Adult Dogs (25lbs+) are $162. Small animals are $27.
The PAWS Adoption Center in Old City at 2nd and Arch Streets is open to walk-ins or by appointment Monday-Friday from 12 pm to 6 pm, Saturday 11 am to 6 pm, and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. Cats and small animals are available at this location.
PAWS also has cats available for adoption at the Petsmart at Broad St and Washington Ave by appointment.
PAWS has a large network of foster homes where dogs, cats, and small animals are available for adoption. Email adoptionsphillypaws to learn more.
PAWS, Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society, is a 501(c)3 non-profit animal rescue organization dedicated to saving Philadelphia's homeless and at-risk animals. PAWS is the city's largest rescue partner and provider of low-cost, basic veterinary care. Through our adoption locations, special events, and network of foster homes, PAWS finds loving homes for thousands of animals every year. PAWS is working to make Philadelphia a place where every healthy and treatable pet is guaranteed a home. When you adopt a pet from PAWS you truly save a life!
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