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Puppies and dogs in Chelsea, Massachusetts

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Lilac

Pointer

Female, senior
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: Yes, with proper introsGood with cats: NoGood with kids: Kids 16 +Crate trained: YesHouse trained: YesLilac is a sweet, lazy girl who is looking for a quiet home where she can play some fetch and then curl up in the dog bed and take a nap (her two favorite things). Lilac is wonderful with other dogs when properly introduced, and she loves to play. She would love a fenced yard to romp in. She can be leash reactive to new dogs, and though she has improved with training, this will always be something she needs to work on. For this reason, proper intros are a must with her.  She is also ecollar trained. so her perfect home would continue this training with her. She excels with structure and routine.Where Lilac still struggles greatly is with meeting new people in the home. Outside the home, and even a the vet, she is generally fine. When people that she does not know very very well come into the home, Lilac should be crated, leashed, or muzzled. She needs to be slowly introduced to new people, but once she gets to know you very very well, she's all in and is the kissiest, snuggliest girl.  She is even very sweet to pretty much everyone while muzzled, so that's an easy fix to keep her safe.  When people she does not know come into the home, she can get vocal,  but when introduced while muzzled she does fine.  Because of her reactivity to new people, a single family home is the best fit for her. She would not do well in an apartment. Lilac has had a long road, and while she has come a long way, she is very much still a work in progress. With the right family she will do just fine.Lilac's issues have happened in the past when her intros to new people coming into the home were not controlled.  So I can't emphasize enough that she needs to take it slow with new people :) But she will reward you for sure once you get to know her.Age: 9 yearsWeight: 45 lbsPlease Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at http://www.lasthopek9.org/ Questions? Please email adoptions@lasthopek9.org.  For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet me, please go to www.lasthopek9.org or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!June 9, 2023, 4:41 pm
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Taco

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Boxer

Female, adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: Yes, with proper introsGood with cats: NoGood with kids: Kids 16 + Crate trained: YesHouse trained: YesLooking for an all-star cuddle buddy? Taco is your girl! Snuggling with her humans on the couch or bed is basically her favorite thing to do!Taco’s a very smart girl, a good listener and a quick learner. She’s great on the leash and if she starts to pull she will stop and look at you and wait for you to catch up then walk at your hip. Taco enjoys snoozing in the sun and feeling the wind in her fur on car rides. But also likes taking breaks to be on her own in her crate, or spread out on a couch she has all to herself! She loves to roll around on the carpet to scratch her back, and then flash her humans a big, goofy smile. She isn’t big into toys but loves bones to chew on. Taco is a great dog who is looking for someone to give her love and reassure her that she is the best girl, and that the world is a safe place to be. She is looking for a dog-savvy adopter who can help advocate for her when meeting other dogs. Taco likes to meet dogs outside her home and slowly on leash. She is not currently a candidate for dog parks or similarly unstructured environments at this time. She can guard food around other dogs but has come a long way with her foster family on this since arriving in MA. She would do really well with a calmer, adult pup if there is a dog in the home. Her furever family will be rewarded with an awesome, completely devoted pup!Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at www.lasthopek9.org.June 9, 2023, 4:41 pm
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Larklyn

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: Yes, with proper introsGood with cats: NoGood with kids: 16+Crate trained: YesHouse trained: YesLarklyn is the sweetest girl who loves to give kisses and learn new tricks. She would do best with an active family that enjoys walks, hikes, or even swimming. She loves to swim! She is very good at puzzles and finding treats in the snuffle mat – she goes crazy for new toys and will often entertain herself with them. After a good morning walk Larklyn will happily spend the day snoozing while her foster parents work and she puts herself to bed in her crate at night!Larklyn loves dogs after a proper introduction and loves every person she meets, so she would do well in a home with or without another dog, but no cats please. She needs help remembering her manners when she’s overly excited so it looking for a forever home who can provide some structure and guidance. Larklyn and her foster have worked with a professional trainer on improving her leash manners around other dogs. She has learned a ton already and would love to keep working on all her skills with her new family – she’s very motivated to learn!Overall Larklyn is the funniest, cuddliest, sassiest pup you will ever meet and she can’t wait to find her forever family! Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at www.lasthopek9.org.June 9, 2023, 4:41 pm
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Rhett Butler

German Shepherd Dog

Male, adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoptable in: MA and RIGood with dogs: YesGood with cats: YesGood with kids: YesCrate trained: YesHouse trained: YesGet ready to fall head over heels in love – Rhett Butler’s smile will melt your heart! This handsome, happy-go-lucky guy is just one of the sweetest, most loving, cheerful  pups you’ll ever meet.Rhett absolutely loves being with his humans although he’s also fine to chill out in his crate for several hours at a time. He’s never met a stranger, just friends who haven't given him a belly rub yet. Rhett is good-natured, well-behaved and eager to please his humans – his love language is Love!Rhett is so happy being around other dogs (especially the ladies!) and is not at all reactive –if he’s not into a particular pup will generally just ignore them. He’s completely adorable with puppies and lets them climb all over him!Sometimes Rhett forgets that he’s a big guy and that other dogs may need a minute to figure out that he’s just a sweet, friendly dork. He’s been a great big brother in his foster home, and would do well in a family with a mellow, easy going doggie sibling, or as an only pup as long as he has friends to play with in the neighborhood.Rhett is great on his leash, but sometimes pulls when he gets excited or is startled by loud noises – since he’s a big, strong guy, he’d do best being walked by older kids and adults.Rhett has arthritis in one elbow so should keep up his rehab and fitness to stay healthy and strong. He loves going to physical therapy and doing his exercises! Rhett is part of our Foster to Adopt program and will need ongoing monitoring and care. This boy does great with regular walks that help him build strength and endurance, but should limit dog park sessions and running around. Future adopters will be responsible for his medical expenses.Rhett is a super special boy with the smooshiest face who can’t wait to meet his furever family – let the cuddling begin!For more updates on Rhett Butler, follow him on Instagram! @fostermomtothepupstarsPlease Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at www.lasthopek9.org.June 9, 2023, 4:41 pm
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Eric Conway

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: YesGood with cats: NoGood with kids: Older children onlyCrate trained: YesHouse trained: YesEric is the most gentle loving dog. He wants nothing more than to spend time snuggled up with you. His hobbies include walks, cuddles, and failing miserably to catch treats you toss at him. Eric spent the first years of his life running the streets of a small town in AR getting fed by all the neighbors. He may have some old scars, but before us all he knew was living outside on the streets. He is crate-trained and house-trained! He loves walking and playing so would do best with a fenced-in yard or with someone who will take him on lots of walks. Eric does very well with all dogs and takes cues well. He is a strong boy but walks decently on a leash. He sometimes pulls but corrects well. Eric sometimes gets really excited and forgets we don’t jump on people, so older kids would be best.Eric is so excited to have a place to call home and people to love him as much as he loves them.Please Note: All dogs currently available for adoption are posted on our website. If you cannot find a particular dog on our website, he/she may be on a temporary foster hold. All dogs are otherwise posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application.June 9, 2023, 4:41 pm
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Cam

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: Yes, with proper introsGood with cats: NoGood with kids: UnknownCrate trained: YesHouse trained: YesCam is a sweet, playful boy. He has loved every human he’s met so far and has been good with all the dogs after proper intros. He’s very food/treat motivated. Cam's ideal home would have plenty of room to play. He would be happy with or without other dogs, as long as he can be near his humans!  Cam is crate-trained and will go in for a treat or a Kong, and will settle after a little bit of whining.  He will bark to be let out and sometimes for attention. Cam is an all star snuggler and his favorite place is curled up under a blanket, on the couch, and if he can be, in your lap! Cam is very enthusiastic about life. While he can play  rough and tumble when he gets going, he can be corrected with no issues.  Cam is housetrained and he will alert when he has to go out. Cam loves going on walks and walks well on the leash.   He is a squishy meatball looking for love! Please Note: All dogs currently available for adoption are posted on our website. If you cannot find a particular dog on our website, he/she may be on a temporary foster hold. All dogs are otherwise posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application.June 9, 2023, 4:41 pm

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Westie Rescue Of New England

2 Brigham street, East Boston, MA 02128

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Animal Umbrella Inc.

320B Charger St., Revere, MA 02151

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Save-A-Heartbeat Kitty Rescue

Revere, MA 02151

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Last Hope K9 Rescue

71 Commercial St, #184, Boston, MA 02113

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New England English Springer Spaniel Rescue, Inc.

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

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Safe Harbor for Animals

2 Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

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Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

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The Massachusetts Progressive Animal Watchdog Society, Inc.

P.O. Box 520136, Winthrop, MA 02152

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A PLACE FOR ACE

Boston, MA 02116

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Animal Rescue League of Boston

10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116

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