Holy Mackerel - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Holy mackerel, and have you seen those ears?! Holy Mackerel is an approximately 8-month-old pocket-y sized pup who is ready to be your catch of the day (or life?)!

This young girl was recently found as a stray, so we're still getting to know her, and Holy Mackerel would love a foster or adopter who can help her decompress, settle into a home environment, and show us who she truly is. She's also recovering from a recent spay surgery, making this the perfect time for her to relax, heal, and enjoy some well-deserved TLC.

Like any puppy her age, Holy Mackerel is still growing, learning, and figuring out the world around her. She'll need all the things that come with raising a young dog: patience, positive reinforcement training, continued socialization, and guidance as she navigates this important stage of development.

So if you're looking to fall hook, line, and sinker, Holy Mackerel just might be the one. Reel this sweet pup in with her very own foster or forever home, and help her discover how good life can be!

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This dog is considered a mixed breed because it's not accurate 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.

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This dog is currently located at PAWS Grays Ferry Clinic, which is not a walk-in facility. In order to meet with any cats at Grays Ferry, you will need to have a fully processed and approved application first. To get the adoption process started,, please complete the adoption application at phillypaws.org/dogapp.

If you have any questions, feel free to email adoptions@phillypaws.org or call 215-298-9680 ext. 16.

Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society, 2900 Grays Ferry Ave, Phila, PA 19146 (by appointment only). PA Lic.# 06172.

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.

PAWS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to saving Philadelphia’s homeless and at-risk animals. PAWS is the city’s largest rescue...