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Puppies and dogs in Massachusetts

Looking for a puppy or dog in Massachusetts? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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Adopt a dog in Massachusetts

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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Coriander

Cattle Dog/Pointer

Female, 2 mos
Saugus, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
“She is one of those happy-go-lucky little girls who just makes everything more fun!” Introducing a precious little puppy named Coriander This gal has a great personality, she’s smart, curious and always ready for some fun…but once the excitement winds down, she is happiest curled up in your arms for a good snuggle! She ready to learn, explore and grow up with a family of her own. She’s a really sweet and loving puppy as you can see!!  DOB @ 6/27/26 // 10 lbs Upbeat, loving & playful Active and smart Working on crate training and basic puppy 101 Very dog friendly and sweet Fostered with older kids!!* puppies this young need someone that’s going to be home enough to care for them and set them up for success! Fostered in Massachusetts, available for adoption This litter of puppies is local and have their appointments set up for spay and neuter over the next couple of weeks. Adopter needs to be able to bring them to their vet appointment in Newburyport, MA. Interested in adopting a GBP rescue dog? Submit an adoption application through the link below! https://galsbestpal.com/adoption/ Not sure which dog is the right fit? No worries! We’re matchmaking experts. Tell us about your home, lifestyle, and what you’re looking for, and we’ll help connect you with a dog who may be the perfect fit for your family. Want to Be a FOSTER HERO? Fostering saves lives! Open your home to a rescue dog and help them get ready for their forever family. Fill out a foster application and our Foster Heroes Team will be in touch. (Massachusetts residents only) https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ Want to HELP Make a Difference?  Do you have some extra time on your hands and want to be part of our mission? We are always looking for volunteers! We have hands on opportunities at our facility in Amesbury, MA, as well as remote volunteer opportunities from home. There’s a place for everyone in rescue, and we’d love to have you join our team! https://galsbestpal.com/volunteer/ A Little Note: Our rescue is completely volunteer-run, and we appreciate your patience as our team works behind the scenes to find the best possible matches for our dogs and their future families. Every application is thoughtfully considered, and our team will reach out when there is a potential match. Stay Connected! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok for more photos, videos, updates and sneak peeks of our newly rescued dogs! Thank you for choosing rescue. With love, The GBP Volunteer Team A Note About Our Bios: Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster family. Every dog may respond differently as they transition into a new home, so we cannot guarantee how a transition will affect them. Time, patience, and understanding are key when welcoming a new dog. Breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2837513##
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Frank

Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 7 yrs 9 mos
Medfield, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Spades

Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 mos
Medfield, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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GIRL RED

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Meet Girl Red! This sweet, affectionate girl is ready to find a family who will patiently help her open up her world and discover all the wonderful adventures life has to offer.Girl Red is a social butterfly who loves being with her people and enjoys being right by your side. She’s also a total cuddle bug who loves settling in with her favorite humans.Girl Red may enjoy living with other dogs when the match is right, especially polite dogs who respect boundaries and enjoy gentle play. She may also be able to live with respectful children with proper introductions. She’ll thrive in a calmer, lower-traffic home where she can take new experiences at her own pace.If you’re looking for a loving companion to explore, cuddle, and grow with, Girl Red could be your girl!
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Rocky

Poodle (Miniature)/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 6 mos
Hopkinton, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Meet Rocky! 🐾 Rocky is a big, goofy puppy right in the middle of adolescence, with a huge personality, a smart brain, and so much love and enthusiasm for life! He is sweet, silly, playful, and always ready for some fun. Despite everything he has been through, Rocky has maintained an incredible joy for life and trust in people. Rocky hasn’t gotten to have the typical puppyhood he deserved. He has spent months dealing with injuries, surgery, recovery, and lots of necessary rest, meaning he has missed out on many of the adventures, experiences, and training opportunities most puppies get along the way. Now, he is eager to make up for lost time! Please speak with our staff to learn more about Rocky’s medical history, recovery, and what he may need moving forward. Rocky is an active, energetic boy who absolutely loves to play. Frozen Kongs, lick mats, chews, and rope toys are some of his favorites, and he is the kind of smart dog who will benefit from having plenty of fun ways to keep both his body and brain busy. He has also met other dogs and was very excited to make friends, greeting them appropriately, although his recovery limited how much actual playtime he could have. Because Rocky has missed some important puppy experiences, he is still learning how to handle all of his excitement. Sometimes the world feels like a lot, and those big adolescent feelings can come out as barking, jumping, or mouthiness. He’ll thrive with a dog-experienced adopter who can give him positive direction, consistency, training, and plenty of appropriate outlets for his energy. Rocky would do best with teens or older, and a fenced yard would give him a wonderful space to play and practice his skills as he continues gaining confidence. This sweet boy has spent enough of his puppyhood on the sidelines. Rocky is ready to learn, explore, play, make up for lost time, and finally enjoy all the fun that comes with being a big puppy! He just needs someone who sees the wonderful dog underneath all that adolescent enthusiasm and is excited to help him become his very best self.
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Zoey

Shiba Inu

Female, Adult
Wakefield, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Zoey was my brother’s pet in Florida. He adopted her as a puppy from a breeder. When he passed away I took her in. She is a very sweet dog and rarely barks. She is hypersensitive and scared of many things. She would do best in a country setting rather than the noise and activity of the city or suburbs. Her breed is a Japanese hunting dog and she does like to hunt rabbits. She is house broken and does not like to use puppy pads. She prefers people food over dog food. She likes her belly rubs and does not mind the groomers.

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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

MSPCA at Nevins Farm

400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844

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

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Safe Tails Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 136, Merrimac, MA 01860

Pet Types: dogs

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Great Dog Rescue New England

9 Barlet St. #316, Andover, MA 01810

Pet Types: dogs

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Saving Grace for Dogs

Middleton, MA 01949

Pet Types: dogs

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BnR's Rock n' Rescue

211 Main Street, North Reading, MA 01864

Pet Types: dogs

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Dracut Animal Control

11 Spring Park Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ipswich Humane Group Inc.

P.O. Box 873, Ipswich, MA 01938

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Lowell Humane Society

951 Broadway St, Lowell, MA 01854

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

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Saving With Bria Inc.

Peabody, MA 01960

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Billerica Animal Control

Avila St, Billerica, MA 01821

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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