Adoption

WHY BORIDOGGIEs

Not every dog rescued in Puerto Rico is a "sato."

While "sato" is commonly used to describe mix-breed street dogs on the island, Luving Paws believes Puerto Rico's dogs are so much more than a label.

Our boridoggies are survivors.

They are resilient, loyal, joyful, and full of heart; a true reflection of the island they come from.

Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, and like mixed-breed dogs everywhere, they are often incredibly hardy, intelligent, and adaptable. But whether a dog is a sato, purebred, small, large, young, senor, or special needs, they all share something deeper:

the spirit of Puerto Rico.

Before Puerto Rico was called Puerto Rico, the Taino people called the island Boriken.

People born and raised on the island proudly call themselves Boricuas.

To us, a boridoggie is a dog born from that same island spirit, strong, resilient, and impossible not to love.

At Luving Paws, "boridoggie" is more than a nickname. It is a celebration of Puerto Rican culture, resilience, and identity.

Because these dogs are not broken.

They are Boricua like Us!

Daphne Osorio (Nani)

Proudly 100% Boricua

Adoption

Thank you for your interest in adopting a boridoggie from The Luving Paws Foundation!

Adoption is more than bringing home a dog, it is a lifelong commitment built on patience, compassion, structure, and love. Our goal is not simply to place dogs into homes, but to create lasting matches where both dog and family thrive together.

Every boridoggie in our care has a story.

Some come from abandonment, neglect, abuse, hoarding situations, or life on Puerto Rico's streets. Others arrive scared, medically fragile, or simply overlooked. Before becoming available for adoption, each dog receives extensive veterinary care, rehabilitation, enrichment, socialization, and time to decompress and heal.

At Luving Paws, we believe in building lives, not moving inventory.

Because of this, we ask all adopters to carefully review our adoption policies and guidelines before submitting an application. We want every family to fully understand the responsibility, patience, and adjustment period that comes with rescue.

The reward is truly something special. Giving a boridoggie the chance to finally experience safety, stability, and unconditional love.

In return, they will change your life forever.

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