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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Chelsea, 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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Sadie

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Everett, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sadie is 8 years old, I adopted her when she was 9 months old. She is an extremely loyal and loving dog and loves hiking, swimming, running, and any adventure she can go on. People say she is one of the smartest dogs they’ve met- she knows over 15 tricks, She is the absolute perfect dog for someone with older children and experience with reactive dogs. She is reactive to dogs, bikes, and skates boards. She gets very anxious if children or babies are running and screaming. It absolutely breaks my heart to have to find her a new home but we just welcomed in a new born and are unable to manage her and the baby. She is great with dogs when properly introduced but it takes 2-3 controlled introductions. She has excellent recall, is e-collared trained, and excellent on leash when walking without reactive things around.

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Santini

Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: Yes, with proper introsGood with cats: NoGood with kids: Older children only (16+)Crate trained: YesHouse trained: YesYou’ve heard of the Great Houdini, but without further ado, allow us to introduce the Great Santini!Unlike Houdini, the only trick Santini will pull is wiggling her way into your heart.Santini is a wonderful dog that has spent the last few months refining her training skills. Santini has excellent manners and is house trained and crate trained. She would love to show off everything she has learned including sit, stay, down, and heel (for a treat of course)! Santini is happy to fit into her humans' routine and picks up quickly on new commands. She is very accommodating, walks well on a leash, and corrects/redirects easily. Santini loves to play, but is also happy to hang out with her people around the house.Santini would do best as the only dog in the house with an experienced dog owner who can maintain consistent boundaries and expectations to help her succeed and feel reassured. She is an athletic gal who loves to chase after balls and show off her signature ‘hopping prance’. She would love to have a fenced in yard or a local fenced in area so she can show off her moves! When she has finally expended all of her energy you can find her searching for the best sunbathing spot to take a snooze in. Santini is a sweet, gentle soul who wants nothing more than to be loved and make you laugh with her goofy antics.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.April 1, 2025, 11:53 am

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Bounce

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: NoGood with cats: NoGood with kids: Older kids only (13+)Crate trained: YesHouse trained: YesBounce's adoption fee has been generously covered by an anonymous donor who hopes that this lovable pup will finally find her forever home after spending over 1.5 years in foster care!Looking for a cuddle bug to snuggle up with on lazy Sundays? Bounce is the girl for you! She has a fantastically low-key personality, is low-maintenance in terms of exercise (she's happy with a leisurely walk or spending time out in a yard rolling in the grass and enjoying the sun,) and mostly just wants to spend time with her humans, even if it means simply snoozing at their feet.Bounce is fully crate and house-trained, non-destructive, incredibly intelligent, and highly motivated by treats so you can bond with her over doggy snacks while teaching her some new tricks. Although Bounce may be a little shy around unfamiliar people or places, she looks to her humans for reassurance and enjoys weekend outings to Home Depot, where she can proudly display her exceptional leash-walking skills. Bounce thrives on the love she gets from her family and would be happiest as an only pet where she can receive ALL of the attention and affection. Whether you work from home or in an office, have a fenced yard, or live in a denser area, Bounce will adapt easily to her new home as long as you can provide Bounce an abundance of love and snuggles!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.March 17, 2025, 2:38 am

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Tango Roscoe Searcy

Labrador Retriever

Male, Senior
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: Yes, with proper introsGood with cats: Unknown, likely noGood with kids: Kids 16+ Crate trained: Working on itHouse trained: YesTango is a sweet, sensitive boy looking for a wonderful furever family where he can focus all his attention on snuggling and giving his humans lots of kisses!This guy loves to stay close to his people and enjoys hopping in the car to feel the wind in his fur. At naptime, his favorite place is a dog bed or a soft and fluffy blanket in a sunny corner of the room – as long as his humans are right there with him so he can relax.Tango would do best being the only dog in his new home because having his family’s attention focused solely on him helps him to feel safe and secure. He needs an experienced dog owner, or someone that is willing to be patient with him so that he can finally feel safe and comfortable, and settle into his permanent home. This happy boy can be timid in new situations but loves any type of attention, and his tail is always wagging. He’s hoping for his new family to keep up this training.Tango is quiet in his crate for short periods of time during the day, and in his human’s bedroom at night. He also does great with gates when outside the crate; he’s never chewed things or had a house-training accident.Tango would do great in a single-family home with work-from-home (or home frequently) humans who will give him lots of attention and stay active with him. He is looking for either an adult-only home or one with kids 16+. He is eager to please, and always after some affection and a “good boy.” He will be a wonderful companion to a very lucky 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.April 7, 2025, 1:17 am

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Norii

Husky

Female, Adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Adoptable in: MA, RI, NH, CT, and VTGood with dogs: YesGood with cats: YesGood with kids: Unknown, likely yesCrate trained: YesHouse trained: YesNorii is one pretty pup with virtually an all-white coat and a truly unique singular black ear marking. In true husky fashion, she loves the great outdoors for some zoomies in the snow and has been known to drag a blanket outside for a cozy snooze. She has also taken up marathon training in Massachusetts and loves going on runs with her foster family. Norii thrives on playing with interactive toys and would benefit from living in a home that can keep her busy. She loves to romp with other dogs and the siestas that follow. She lived with several while in foster care and did great with them all! Norii loves every single person she has met and is learning to not smother everyone with exuberant hugs. She has not had any exposure to kids, but her sweet and playful nature suggests she would be a great fit for a family with dog-savvy kids. Due to her sporadic bursts of energy and playful disposition a home with smaller kiddos might not be ideal. She’s seen cats and has had zero reaction so cohabitation would most likely not be an issue.Norii is house-trained and crate-trained, but thrives on routine. She sleeps in her crate and happily hangs out in there during the day when her foster family is out. However, her favorite activity is seeing what her people are up to and she loves to be included on all adventures, and bonus points she's a quiet gal who's happy to tag along for the ride. A curious floofer, her foster family is working on her leash skills and she is showing great progress. She’s a smart cookie and extremely food motivated so closing the gap on any training should be fun and quick.Norii is the perfect mix of feisty, fun, and chill and can’t wait to find her forever home!Please Note: All dogs are posted on our website 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. Last Hope K9 Rescue is licensed with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (#0151).March 24, 2025, 2:19 am

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Pep

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Adult
Boston, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
**MEET ME AT OUR 4/5 EVENT IN WINCHESTER, MA!**Adoptable in: MA Good with dogs: YesGood with cats: NoGood with kids: YesCrate trained: YesHouse trained: YesPep is a chill, go-with-the-flow kind of guy who’s ready to go on your next adventure! Pep would likely do well in nearly any home ready to give him all the love.He is a low to medium energy pup who loves to stroll around the pond or hop in the car but is perfectly content to chill on the couch nearby. Pep gets along well with other pups and would do just fine with a canine sibling. He has interacted well and is respectful of cat boundaries in his current foster home, but has shown too much interest in new cats in new evironments, so he would most likely do best without a cat in the home. His gentle disposition would likely do fine with kids in the home.Pep is smart and eager to please. He is crate trained and potty-trained. He is crated occasionally during the day and overnight without any issues. He is working on his leash manners and loves to explore the world with his nose, so he would benefit from an owner excited to continue his training as he navigates his new environment.Pep is an all-around great pup with an easy-going temperament - are you ready to call him family?*Pep is part of our Medical Foster-to-Adopt Program as he is on prescription food. If you're interested in learning more, we will connect you with our Medical Team to explain the process!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.April 1, 2025, 1:51 am

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Dog shelters and rescues in Chelsea, Massachusetts

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Westie Rescue Of New England

2 Brigham street, East Boston, MA 02128

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Umbrella Inc.

320B Charger St., Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Save-A-Heartbeat Kitty Rescue

Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Last Hope K9 Rescue

71 Commercial St, #184, Boston, MA 02113

Pet Types: 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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Safe Harbor for Animals

2 Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, 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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A PLACE FOR ACE

Boston, MA 02116

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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