Fall River

Puppies and dogs in Fall River, Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Fall River, 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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Beluga

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 3 mos

Fall River, MA

Size

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

Details

Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

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Nadja

Husky

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Fall River, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Nadja!Nadja, for the most part, is cursed with an affliction known as RBF. If you do not know what RBF is, let's just say that it means that, if not actively being engaged with, she looks like she's trying really hard to place a curse, summon demons, or is otherwise frolicking down the "dark thoughts" pathway. In actuality, she's just as goofy as Nandor - she just lacks the ability to control her face.She's a little bit on the shy side at first but opens up quickly enough and then she's a Goober Supreme - she loves to play, she loves to zoom, and she loves to take everything as unseriously as possible. In typical husky fashion, she does have a lot of opinions and WILL make those opinions known whether you like it or not - loudly and often.Nadja is selective with the other dogs she gets along with and, so far, we haven't been able to figure out what her thought process is. She just genuinely seems to pick and choose who she vibes with and who she does not vibe with, so meet and greets will be necessary. On the flip side, when she met a cat who was growling at her, all she wanted was to skedaddle out of the room as quickly as possible. We are asking for kids 12+ - simply because she is a little bit more on the shy side and it may take her an extra moment or two to warm up.To apply, visit foreverpaws.com and click adopt to download our application. Once complete, you can email it to us at fpas1@foreverpaws.com.

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Lovebug

French Bulldog

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos

Fall River, MA

Size

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

Details

Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Lovebug is a 4.5yo Frenchie with IVDD. She came to us completely paralyze in her hindend but has now regained some mobility after acupuncture therapy. This will require lifelong maintenance and lifestyle changes - keeping her away from stairs, preventing her from jumping on/off furniture, etc. She is a velcro pup - she loves nothing more than being with her people and is VERY vocal when she's left alone for too long. She would be a great companion for someone who works from home, is retired, or can take her to work with them.Due to her partial hindend paralysis, we have not yet tested her with other dogs or with cats.

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Terah

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 8 yrs 3 mos

Fall River, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Terah!Listen, this dog has NO business being as sweet as she is. Literally none. If you saw the condition this dog came to us in, you would be wondering how she isn't absolutely furious at the entire world. Her skin was raw, inflamed, bloody, and crusting. Her fur was completely gone in most places. She has giant callouses on all of her pressure points. Her ears were so infected that they were nearly swollen shut. She was so uncomfortable that she had every right to not want anyone near her.And the first thing she did during her initial veterinary exam was waddle over and hide her face in someone's lap.She's still in the process of recovering but she already looks a hundred times better.Terah is an older girl, a little over eight years old, and she's about 60lbs. The way this dog looks at you will simultaneously break your heart and heal every single one of your past traumas. There is so much trust and complete and utter devotion in this girl's eyes - literally all she wants is to be snuggled and sweet talked. She likes the simple things in life - belly rubs, a sunny patch of grass, and leisurely walks. Terah has been okay with other dogs here but she is definitely uncertain of their intentions and will bark her head off if they approach her too quickly. She may do well with the right dog but would probably do best as the only dog. She doesn't seem to really know what a cat is or does or what the purpose of one is. We would prefer older children but exceptions MAY be made for the right family with experience. She, obviously, has some skin issues which WILL be chronic. We've had her on a poultry-free diet and have been giving her weekly medicated baths which have helped IMMENSELY. Terah just needs a soft place to land. She's a gentle soul and a tender-hearted dreamer girl. She's just looking for someone to love her as much as she loves them.Since she is a restricted breed, you must own your own home or live in a home owned by a family member.To apply, visit foreverpaws.com and click adopt to download our application. Once it's complete, you can email it to us at fpas1@foreverpaws.com.

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Ringo

Poodle (Standard) Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 4 mos

Fall River, MA

Size

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

Details

Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Ringo!Ringo's passions in life include all manners of food and snacks, being dramatic in situations that require approximately zero drama, and cosplaying as Doctor Eggman from the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise in his free time.Ringo is, clearly, a multifaceted individual who needs someone that can appreciate his complexity and his flair for theatrics.This sweet walking mustache is a little over three years old and weighs about 26lbs. He is a poodle/golden retriever mix so, naturally, he is VERY intelligent, VERY high-energy, and a little bit neurotic. He's super playful and social, loves prancing around with a tennis ball or a plushie in his mouth, and is generally just hilarious to watch. He's like a toddler in a costume.Circling back to Ringo having a flair for the dramatics, he can and will act like he's being hunted for sport the moment anything involves grooming or veterinary care. He WILL need an experienced, patient groomer and he will almost definitely need to be drugged up to his eyeballs for grooming sessions and vet visits for the wellbeing of everyone involved...especially his own.While Ringo has not shown any aggression or red flags towards other animals, we would prefer an adult-only home (teenagers would probably be okay) where he can be the only animal. He has shown some possessive behavior with treats and with food, though did not escalate to any actual snapping or nipping. He'll just play keepaway and give you some bombastic judgmental side eye if you try to take it from him.Experienced poodle/poodle mix owners would be a plus - he definitely needs some regular exercise and mental stimulation to help him burn off some of that anxious, "vibrating out of existence" energy that he has.To apply, visit foreverpaws.com and click adopt to download our application. Once complete, you can email it to us at fpas1@foreverpaws.com.

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Smiles

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 7 yrs 3 mos

Fall River, MA

Size

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

Details

Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Smiles!Smiles is a sweet, sensitive summer-child. He is the definition of "submissive". His first instinct when something spooks him is to roll onto his back and give his belly like he's a possum playing dead. This is NOT an invitiation to pet his belly - this is Smiles saying, look, see, I'm not a threat, I'm just a baby, leave me alone, please don't bully/eat me!Despite being seven years old, Smiles IS a baby. A big baby. The biggest baby in all the land. He's a 44lb lab mix and he's desperately seeking somewhere safe, and quiet, and his. First things first, the negative - Smiles has a bite history. Per animal control, the bite was VERY minor. In stereotypical canine fashion, Smiles bit the mailman. Again, we will reiterate...Smiles is terrified of life. He would sooner play possum than snap but, like anything with a mouth and teeth, if body language is ignored and if boundaries are pushed, there is ALWAYS the potential for a snap/bite. He would not do well in high-energy homes with a lot of new people in and out, a lot of comings and goings, and a lot of general chaos. He would do best in a quiet, adult only home with experienced dog owners. He DOES do well with other dogs and loves to play with them! While he has not shown any red flags towards cats, we would prefer a home without them. Smiles is timid. He is nervous. He is the cowardly lion in a dog suit. When he likes you and starts to trust you?Oh, he is a LOVE 💜He's decent on a leash, loves plush toys, and is remarkably photogenic. All Smiles needs is his person.To apply, visit foreverpaws.com and click adopt to download our application. Once complete, you can email it to us at fpas1@foreverpaws.com.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Fall River, Massachusetts

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Fall River, Massachusetts. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Forever Paws Animal Shelter,Inc.

300 Lynwood St, Fall River, MA 02721

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

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Faxon Animal Care & Adoption Center

474 Durfee Street, fall river, MA 02720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Bristol Animal Shelter

10 Minturn Farm Road, Bristol, RI 02809

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Project Safe Pet

Bristol, RI 02809

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Warren Animal Shelter

80 Wood Street, Warren, RI 02885

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Altruistic Dog Rescue

130 Franklin St., 0001, Warren, RI 02885

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Carlton Rescue - Operation Puppy Love

Warren, RI 02885

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Are We Home Yet?

Warren, RI 02885

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Town of Swansea Animal Shelter

68 Stevens Road, Swansea, MA 02777

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

Rescue

Barrington Partnership for Animal Welfare

Barrington, RI 02806

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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

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

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