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Puppies and dogs in Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Massachusetts. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Suki's adoption status with email updates.
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Suki

French Bulldog

Female, 2 yrs
Vineyard Haven, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Meet Sukie – Your Future Best Friend! Sukie, a charming Frenchie, is ready to find her forever home! She can be a little nervous with new people at first, so she’d do best in a home with adults or older kids. Once she settles in, she’s a devoted companion. While Sukie is fine meeting other dogs on outings, she’d prefer to have her human all to herself—she can be a little jealous. Her future family should also know that cats are not her thing. Sukie is spayed, has had her cherry eye repaired, and is fully vetted. She’s adoption-ready and looking for you! French Bulldogs require special care, so please those with experience only need apply. They can be prone to further medical issues and may need expensive lifelong care, including specialized vet visits and equipment like cooling vests or breathing aids. Apply today to bring Sukie home:    This dog is up to date on vaccinations and is spayed or neutered. (Please note: Puppies under 3 months old may not be sterilized prior to adoption. If this is the case, your adoption coordinator will provide guidance on the process.)   To adopt or learn more about this dog, you must complete an adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   PLEASE READ:     •    If a dog or puppy is listed, they are currently available for adoption. However, they may already be pending an adoption, and their profile may not yet reflect this.     •    All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the posting date.     •    Unless explicitly stated, Sandy Paws Rescue does not guarantee the breed of any dog. Breeds listed are educated guesses made by shelter staff, volunteers, or veterinarians. Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, often with pit bull-type genetics, resulting in a wide variety of physical traits and temperaments.   Our dogs come from various situations, such as kill shelters, owner surrenders, or as strays. It is likely both parents were mixed breeds as well.   Sandy Paws Rescue does not have a public shelter in Massachusetts. Our dogs reside in private foster homes or boarding kennels in the South until adopted. Many dogs are spoken for prior to transport or release from state-mandated isolation.   For information on adoption fees, procedures, or FAQs, visit our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   The FIRST step in adopting from Sandy Paws Rescue is to submit a completed adoption application.   ##2428382##
We'll also keep you updated on Glaze's adoption status with email updates.
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Glaze

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Saugus, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Meet Glaze!This adorable pup is thriving in her foster home where she’s surrounded by kids and soaking up all the love and playtime. She’s working on her puppy basics and doing a great job—smart, eager to learn, and always ready to please. Glaze has a soft heart and a playful spirit, making her the kind of pup who’s just as happy chasing toys as she is curling up for a cuddle. Sweet, silly, and full of charm—Glaze is ready to bring her sparkle to a forever home! @3 mo medium size terrier mix fostered with kidsaltered, vaccinated, microchipped __________ Ready for forever 6/18  apply today!   *Please note: We're an all-volunteer organization, and incomplete applications cannot be processed.* If you're interested in adopting a GBP rescue PAL, please submit an application through the link below. A member of our team will reach out within 48 hours to begin the approval process. www.galsbestpal.com/adoption Not sure which dog is the best fit? No worries! We're matchmaking experts and can help you find the perfect PAL for your home. Interested in saving a life and becoming a FOSTER HERO? Fill out an application, and a member of our FOSTER HEROES TEAM will reach out to discuss our life-saving foster-based rescue program. https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ To learn more about our mission or to join our mailing list, visit us at https://galsbestpal.com/ Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more photos, updates, and videos of our available dogs. We're always sharing new content! Thank you for considering adopting a rescue PAL —there are so many amazing dogs in need right now! With love, The GBP Team PS: Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster home. We cannot guarantee how a transition will affect the dog, but GBP is here to support you. Time and patience are key when adopting a new PAL. Please note that breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2410111##
We'll also keep you updated on Fondant's adoption status with email updates.
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Fondant

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Saugus, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Fondant is a sweetheart with a soft personality and a whole lot of love to give! She’s playful, people-loving, and doing wonderfully in her foster home with children. Fondant is working on her puppy basics and picking things up quickly—she’s a smart cookie who’s eager to be part of the family fun. With her gentle nature and happy, waggy energy, Fondant is the kind of pup that melts hearts everywhere she goes. @3 mo medium size terrier mix fostered with kidsaltered, vaccinated, microchipped __________ Ready for forever 6/18  apply today!   *Please note: We're an all-volunteer organization, and incomplete applications cannot be processed.* If you're interested in adopting a GBP rescue PAL, please submit an application through the link below. A member of our team will reach out within 48 hours to begin the approval process. www.galsbestpal.com/adoption Not sure which dog is the best fit? No worries! We're matchmaking experts and can help you find the perfect PAL for your home. Interested in saving a life and becoming a FOSTER HERO? Fill out an application, and a member of our FOSTER HEROES TEAM will reach out to discuss our life-saving foster-based rescue program. https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ To learn more about our mission or to join our mailing list, visit us at https://galsbestpal.com/ Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more photos, updates, and videos of our available dogs. We're always sharing new content! Thank you for considering adopting a rescue PAL —there are so many amazing dogs in need right now! With love, The GBP Team PS: Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster home. We cannot guarantee how a transition will affect the dog, but GBP is here to support you. Time and patience are key when adopting a new PAL. Please note that breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2410110##
We'll also keep you updated on Olive's adoption status with email updates.
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Olive

Doberman Pinscher

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Framingham, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Age/DOB: 14-15 months Breed: Doberman Pinscher Current size: 60lbs Size potential:65lbs Leash trained: yes Crate Trained: yes Potty trained: yes Kids: 6+ age Spayed and up to date on vaccines! Other animals: yes, loves cats Energy level: high House or apartment: house with fence! Story/backgrounds: Since she has been in the foster home she has had leash training, potty training, and crate training. She is the most loving and obedient dog. Very quick to learn new skills. Quite a big baby that just wants to be held. She is scared of water so she will need an experienced groomer for baths and toenails. She is still unexperienced a little bit on the side of meeting other dogs so a occasional trip to a doggy daycare would do her very well. She absolutely loves her cat brother so she would do great in a home with cats! Also to add all of her supplies can come with her, she has harnesses and leashes beds and tons of extra food! Ideal home/family lifestyle: Olive would definitely do best in a home with older children or cats. She is quite active and loves her chew toys so she would do amazing with someone that can keep her busy! She is still very young so she has a lot of puppy energy to burn. Can you do this for olive? ##2428616##
We'll also keep you updated on Sali's adoption status with email updates.
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Sali

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Parson Russell Terrier

Female, 3 mos
Framingham, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Look into her eyes and fall in love!  If you are looking for the perfect puppy, you can stop looking!  Sali is the puppy you've been looking for. Sali is the sweetest little puppy.  In addition to being gorgeous she is very smart and well behaved.  Loves her foster mom!  She actually loves everyone and everything.   Cats, yup! All dogs, yes.  Kids?  Absolutely! Sali was found as a stray but has adjusted well and is just waiting for a family to call her own She is 3 months old, 9.6 lbs.  Her expected maximum weight is 35-45lbs. ##2429025##
We'll also keep you updated on FANCY's adoption status with email updates.
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FANCY

Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 mos
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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MEET FANCY!This goregous girl will captivate you with her looks, let alone those adorable ears! Fancy is an energetic girl who would benefit going to an active home. She loves spending time sniffing around the yard and chasing after balls, and loves being out with her canine friends. She will need to be taught all of the puppy basics. Fancy is currently up to date on all vaccinations, has been spayed/neutered, microchipped and seen by our vet team.For more information on Fancy or any other animal currently residing at the Animal Rescue League of Boston, please call us at 617-426-9170. We welcome adopters from NH, RI, CT, and NY. However, we will be unable to facilitate same day adoptions due to state regulated paperwork requirements.

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Shelters & rescues in Massachusetts

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Massachusetts. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Dakin Humane Society

171 Union St, Springfield, MA 01105

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Northeast Animal Shelter, Inc

347 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Adopt A Greyhound Inc.

682 Sandwich Road, P.O. Box 512 , Falmouth, MA 02541

Pet Types: dogs

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Alaskan Malamute Rescue of New England Inc.

PMB #213 430 Franklin Village Dr, Franklin, MA 02038

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Rescue League of Boston

10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Animal Umbrella Inc.

320B Charger St., Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ashburnham Animal Control

32 Main Street, Ashburnham, MA 01430

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Athol Animal Control

584 Main St., Athol, MA 01331

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Beagles of New England States (B.O.N.E.S.), Inc.

PO Box 622, Stow, MA 01775

Pet Types: dogs

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Billerica Animal Control

Avila St, Billerica, MA 01821

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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