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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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Shylo

Poodle (Miniature)/Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Weymouth, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
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STITCH

Labrador Retriever

Female, 5 mos
Brewster, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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My friends describe me as: Friendly, curious, and shy!Stitch is a sweet, young pup who recently came to our shelter from Mississippi. He is looking for a loving, patient family who is ready to teach him all the ins and outs of living in a home. He will need all the standard puppy training and socializing. Stop by our Brewster shelter today to meet Stitch!Stitch is currently up to date on all vaccinations, has been spayed/neutered, microchipped and seen by our vet team.We welcome adopters from NH, RI, CT, and NY however, we are unable to facilitate same day adoptions due to state regulated paperwork requirements.For more information on this or any other animal currently residing at the Animal Rescue League of Boston please visit us during our adoption center hours: Wednesdays-Sundays from 1:00PM – 6:00PM, Tuesdays by appointment only from 1:00PM – 6:00PM, closed Mondays & Holidays.For information about our adoption process click here
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Bowser French

French Bulldog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 10 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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Bowser turns ONE on Christmas Day. Bowser is a sweet, independent little guy with that classic Frenchie personality. He’s got his own way of doing things, plenty of character and is doing awesome in his foster home!  He’s dog friendly, adorable and just an all-around good boy. If you know and love Frenchies, you already know there’s always fun and good times with a frenchie. How amazing would it be for this little guy to celebrate his very first birthday AND Christmas knowing he’s finally home? We can’t think of a better birthday present than a family of his very own. DOB 12/25/25 Black & tan fluffy frenchie mix pal Dog friendly Doing awesome in foster Fully vetted + microchipped Breed experience please! Available for adoption 11/12-- Pick up in Amesbury, MA Applications @ galsbestpal.com   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. please remember we are all volunteers &  incomplete applications will not be processed ##2878435##
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Rhonda French

French Bulldog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 10 mos
Saugus, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Meet Rhonda! In search of a Frenchie connoisseur… because this little lady is VERY Frenchie. Rhonda is sweet, independent and full of personality. She knows what she likes, happily does her own thing and is doing awesome in foster. And can we talk about those EARS?! One up, one down and completely perfect. If you know and love this breed, Rhonda is the kind of girl you’re going to appreciate. She’s funny, adorable, full of character and ready to find a family who will love everything that makes her her. And the sweetest part… Rhonda turns ONE on Christmas Day. Her very first birthday falls on Christmas, and we would absolutely love for her to celebrate it knowing she finally has a family of her own. Now THAT would be a pretty amazing first birthday. DOB 12/25/25 Tan Frenchie girl Doing awesome in foster Fully vetted + microchipped Frenchie/breed experience please! Available for adoption 11/12-- Pick up in Amesbury, MA Applications @ galsbestpal.com   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. please remember we are all volunteers &  incomplete applications will not be processed ##2878438##
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Mylo

Chihuahua

Male, Puppy
Malden, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained,
Story
Mylo is six years old, not neutered, and has not received formal training. Unfortunately, we are not financially capable of taking by care of him. Due to him not being neutered, he keeps getting reocurrent infections in his groins. We have taken him to the vet multiple times but unfortunately the neutering cost is way too much. Unfortunately, we are not in a financial position to afford the training he would need at this time. This is an incredibly difficult decision for us because Mylo is an adorable dog, and we care about him deeply. However, our priority must be the his health and overall well being.
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Oreo

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Westfield, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
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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.

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Save-A-Heartbeat Kitty Rescue

Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Kitty Connection

Medford, MA 02155

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Gals Best Pal

Saugus, MA 01906

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Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Westie Rescue Of New England

2 Brigham street, East Boston, MA 02128

Pet Types: dogs

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Last Hope K9 Rescue

71 Commercial St, #184, Boston, MA 02113

Pet Types: dogs

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Souls of Satos - Boston, MA Foster

BOSTON, MA 02114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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New England English Springer Spaniel Rescue, Inc.

ME, VT, NH, CT, RI, NY, MA 02201

Pet Types: dogs

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Legacy Rescue Inc

Arlington, MA 02474

Pet Types: dogs

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The Massachusetts Progressive Animal Watchdog Society, Inc.

P.O. Box 520136, Winthrop, MA 02152

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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