Wyatt (Old Lyme)

Watch WYATT's video to see his rescue unfold!  While is shows WYATT during and immediately after his rescue. as of Jully 2025 all of his medical care has been completed. He is perfect and ready to find his forever home.



WYATT was originally adopted from a southern rescue and came to CT as a shy, introverted puppy. One day while outside with his owner's teenaged daughter, he got spooked and slipped his collar. He then spent 10 years outside, on his own, roaming around his complex in Norwich, CT, never traveling beyond a 2-block radius.



The people in Norwich knew all about WYATT. They called him their "local stray". Supposedly a trapper tried to catch him a couple of times, but eventually gave up, claiming WYATT "didn't want to be caught".



Eventually WYATT crossed the street and wound up at a neighbor's house. That person began feeding WYATT and definitely kept him alive.



WYATT is now approximately 13 years old. (DOB sometime around 2012.) He's endured a very harsh and lonely life. The most notable issue was a giant, basketball-sized lipoma on his side. When our friend Jenn heard his story, she drove to Norwich, set up a trap, and accomplished in 48 hours what no one else could in an entire decade!



And WYATT? He was so relieved to finally be safe and was 100% ready to give up the hustle of street life for a peaceful, loving home where he can enjoy 2 square meals a day and the comfort of a soft bed. (He's a gentle soul who enjoys the simple pleasures.)



WYATT is an easygoing, low maintenance companion. He is happiest lounging around, basking in a sunbeam or curling up in a cozy spot for a nap. His heart is pure gold, all he wants is a safe place to call his own for his retirement years.

WYATT is great with dogs and cats and will do well in a household with animal friends, but most important is a another friendly dog.



WYATT loves people, but small children are not a good idea simply because WYATT could be a flight risk if doors are slow to close behind a little one.



WYATT is a survivor! When he was rescued on January 9th, 2025, he was positive for Lyme disease, and heartworm. He was treated for the Lyme disease first, then completed his heartworm treatment in April 2025. In June the vet removed that 10 lb lipoma (fatty tumor) from his side and now WYATT can finally get on with his life.



WYATT is not a young pup, but he has good energy and loves to go for walks and meet new dog friends.



WYATT needs a home with a secure, fenced-in yard where he can safely explore and soak up the sunshine on nice days. He is housebroken but needs bathroom breaks regularly, and a family that understands and appreciates the needs of a senior dog.



WYATT is neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped and will come with a tracking device on his collar. He weighs 51 lbs. Please note that because he has been treated for heartworm, he will need monthly heartworm preventive.



If you would like to provide WYATT with his happily-ever-after, please submit an online application to adopt a dog.



WYATT deserves to live out his golden years with a family who will love and cherish him forever.