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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.

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Buford Ronald Ellington III aka Brett (FOSTERED LOCALLY)

Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 2 mos

Leverett, MA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention,

Story

Buford Ronald Ellington III—known to friends as Brett—was born a perfect little angel. Sadly, his breeder didn’t agree, and this tiny guy was discarded at birth. Luckily, an incredible foster stepped in when Brett was just two hours old, tube-feeding and loving him from the very start. Brett was born with a cleft palate, cleft lip, and one eyeball—which, as far as we’re concerned, only adds to his charm. So yes… like we said… he’s perfect. This debonair little fluff ball flew north with our founder Jenny and has fully embraced the good life. Brett is a total socialite, soaking up love and absolutely thriving in his foster home. Think you’re ready to fall head over heels for this one-of-a-kind gentleman? Apply to adopt Brett today. MA License #0092 ##2668628##

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Large Marge (AVAILABLE 3/9)

Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 yrs 8 mos

Leverett, MA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Meet Large Marge *(Yes, she’s big. Yes, she’s beautiful. Yes, she comes with her owngravitational pull.)*If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I had a 106-pound weighted blanketthat follows me around and loves me unconditionally,” then buckle up —Large Marge is your girl.### The Stats: 6-year-old female Lab Spayed, rabies up to date Heartworm negative (tested February 2026) Housebroken, crate trained, and leash trained Dog friendly (male & female!) Cat friendly Kid friendly Submissive and confident Energy level: Professional Couch PotatoLet’s Address the Name…Yes, she’s currently rocking 106 lbs — but her “beach body goal” iscloser to 80. She’s looking for a family committed to helping her slimdown at a healthy pace. Think of it as a wellness journey… with snackscarefully portioned and walks taken at a dignified, leisurely Labpace.Despite her size, Marge is **low energy** and wonderfully easygoing.She’s past the chaos phase of life and firmly planted in the “let’srelax and enjoy each other” era.Personality:Large Marge is confident with people and incredibly sweet. She’ssubmissive with other dogs and just wants to coexist peacefully. Nodrama. No diva behavior. Just vibes.Her only “flaw”? She has absolutely no idea she’s built like a smallhorse. She may accidentally knock over little kids — not out ofmischief, but because physics is hard and she thinks she’s lap-sized.(And honestly… she will try to be.)The Ideal Home:Marge would thrive in a home where:* Someone is around more often (she deserves that companionship )* There’s space for a large, lovable presence* Her humans are committed to helping her reach a healthier weight* Everyone appreciates a mellow, devoted best friendShe was surrendered simply because her previous owner’s work andschool schedule didn’t allow the time she deserves. There is nothingwrong with this girl — she just needs more love and more together timeWhy You’ll Love Large Marge: No food aggression Fully trained house manners Calm, steady temperament Great with other animals Built-in foot warmer Professional snuggler Loyal beyond measureLarge Marge isn’t just a dog. She’s a **companion**. The kind who willquietly follow you from room to room, sigh deeply when she lays down,and make your house feel fuller just by being in it.If you’re ready for big love in an even bigger package, Large Marge isready to waddle right into your heart.MA license #0092 ##2665390##

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Bridget (AVAILABLE 3/9)

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 7 mos

Leverett, MA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Bridget is just a puppy, but she’s already proven she’s a survivor. She found herself at a Nashville, TN animal shelter and is now headed to Massachusetts to start her next chapter. This spunky, energetic girl is full of personality and absolutely loves her doggy friends. She’s a vocal, exuberant player who brings the fun wherever she goes. Bridget is ready to find her forever home and her permanent place in the world. MA License #0092 ##2665428##

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Rossi (AVAILABLE 3/9)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 mo

Leverett, MA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Rossi and her sister Carrie started their journey at a rural shelter in Tennessee, but their story is already looking brighter. Now safe with Better Together Dog Rescue, these adorable sisters will be 10 weeks old when they arrive and are ready to begin the next chapter of their lives. Sweet, playful, and full of puppy love, they’re searching for the forever homes they truly deserve. MA License #0092 ##2665403##

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Carrie (AVAILABLE 3/9)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 mo

Leverett, MA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Carrie and her sister Rossi started their journey at a rural shelter in Tennessee, but their story is already looking brighter. Now safe with Better Together Dog Rescue, these adorable sisters will be 10 weeks old when they arrive and are ready to begin the next chapter of their lives. Sweet, playful, and full of puppy love, they’re searching for the forever homes they truly deserve. MA License #0092 ##2665402##

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Bob Bruiser

Wheaten Terrier/Basset Hound

Male, 1 yr 1 mo

Saugus, MA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

What about Bob? One of my FAV classic movies Well… this Bob right here is a LOT less high-maintenance and a whole lot more adorable. Bob is a 1 yo /27 lb scruffy A-dorable lowrider with the cutest face and the sweetest, most loving temperament. With his short legs, shaggy fur and most soulful eyes, he’s basically a walking heart-melter. He came from a not-so-great situation, but you’d never know it by the way he loves. Bob has shown everyone just how solid and special his temperament is — gentle, affectionate, and so eager to bond with his people. He’s the kind of dog who just wants to be near you, soaking up love and giving it right back. This adorable boy is ready for his fresh start — a home where he can finally relax, feel safe, and be someone’s very own “don’t hassle me, I’m local” sidekick. Bob is the good kind of clingy(referencing the movie)… the cuddly, loyal, forever kind. *will need grooming (not hypoallergenic? One year old/@ 27 lbs (breed guess: retriever/basset hound/wheaton terrier/spaniel mix ?‍) just a mutt ♥ Scruffy lowrider heartthrob Sweet, loving temperament Overcame a tough start & working on all the basics altered, microchipped, core vaccines Available for adoption 2/25 Fill out an application on our website! Special thanks to the team at @burttschell.rescue.ranch for saving Bob and his sweet multiple siblings *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. ##2660696##

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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:

Shelter

Poodle Rescue New England

PO Box 441447, Somerville, MA 02144

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Legacy Rescue Inc

Arlington, MA 02474

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Noel's Dream Bully Rescue

Waltham, MA 02451

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Safe Harbor for Animals

2 Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Kitty Connection

Medford, MA 02155

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Animal Rescue League of Boston

10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116

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

Rescue

A PLACE FOR ACE

Boston, MA 02116

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

The Pet Union Project, Incorporated

Wellesley, MA 02481

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

MSPCA - Boston Adoption Center

350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130

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

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Popular dog breeds

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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