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Puppies and dogs in Gardner, Massachusetts

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Adopt a dog in Gardner, Massachusetts

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Gardner, 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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Happy Howie

Labrador Retriever Husky

Male, Puppy
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Happy Howie!This little guy is super cute! He has 1 blue eye! He weighs in at about 20 pounds! He SHOULDN'T be over 30-40 lbs when grown, don't come at me if he exceeds this though!He's about 6 months old, up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and neutered!Put your application in for Happy Howie here:https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163Happy Howie is available for adoption through:Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue MA license #0391Are you just not ready to open your home but still want to help? See our Amazon wishlist here:https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1R7GFNAJXFCF7?ref_=wl_share
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Blondie Baby

Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 mos
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This sweet girl is Blondie Baby. She'll be available in New England on Memorial Day! She came in with her brother Oreo who is also ready for adoption! She's about 6 months old, up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and spayed! Videos in comments. Put your application in for Blondie Baby here: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 Blondie Baby is available for adoption through: Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue MA license #0391 Are you just not ready to open your home but still want to help? See our Amazon wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1R7GFNAJXFCF7?ref_=wl_share
Special Needs
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Shy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention,
Story
This is Shy! She is a sweet American Bully. I recently moved and unfortunately I can’t give her the proper care/attention she needs. She is deaf in both ears. Sort of trained, but needs more training. I only had her for a couple months. She is very scared all the time, and very skiddish. But she is very lovable and kind. She loves other people and dogs but she is confused when it comes to cats. She needs proper care and attention. She has skin allergies and had been licking sores often. I tried her on many different medications but nothing has worked so far.
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Gypsy

Labrador Retriever Border Collie

Female, 5 mos
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Through absolutely NO fault of her own, Gypsy has been returned to rescue after being adopted for less than 3 hours. The vet made a mistake on her paperwork and accidentally put her down as a Great Pyrenees. She's CLEARLY not but her new "family" decided to think she is one. If you know anything about the breed, you can tell by looking at her that she's NOT one! I've posted a picture of her with an actual Great Pyrenees for reference! Anyhow, here she is looking for her family. We dont know what breeds she actually is. She could be hound, could be lab, could be pittie, could be border collie and maybe none of those breeds! What we do know is she's PHENOMENAL with kids! Have a couple of them? Even better! She plays with cats! She plays with dogs! She loves everyone! She's about 6 months old, up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and spayed! Put your application in for Gypsy here: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 Gypsy is available for adoption through: Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue MA license #0391 Are you just not ready to open your home but still want to help? See our Amazon wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1R7GFNAJXFCF7?ref_=wl_share
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Oreo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 6 mos
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This handsome guy is Oreo! He'll be available in New England on Memorial Day! He came in with his sister Blondie Baby who is also ready for adoption! He's about 6 months old, up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and neutered! Videos in comments. Put your application in for Oreo here: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 Oreo is available for adoption through: Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue MA license #0391 Are you just not ready to open your home but still want to help? See our Amazon wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1R7GFNAJXFCF7?ref_=wl_share
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CocoMellon

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
CocoMellon, this GREAT boy is OVER READY for his forever home!He's about 2 years old and 50ish lbs. He's probably German Shepherd/Plott Hound/Labrador mix. DNA will tell for sure but he's very special!This boy is extremely goofy, playful and loving. He loves to give kisses. He loves playing ball.This boy is PHENOMENAL with other dogs.He loves kids.He's 100% HOUSEBROKEN!He's non-destructive.He's EXTREMELY smart.He doesn't need to be crated at all.He rides EXTREMELY good!He's VERY GENTLE and doesn't knock you over!He's not terrible on leash!He's being fostered here at my house. If his new family ever needs someone to watch him while they go on vacations or anything, we'll keep him for them. He's that easy! We all love this boy. Video in comments This awesome boy is up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and neutered!Put your application in for CocoMellon here:https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163CocoMellon is available for adoption through:Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue MA license #0391Are you just not ready to open your home but still want to help? See our Amazon wishlist here:https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1R7GFNAJXFCF7?ref_=wl_share

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Dog shelters and rescues in Gardner, Massachusetts

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

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Rescue

Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue

Gardner, MA 01440

Pet Types: dogs

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Gardner Animal Control Facility

Plant Road, Gardner, MA 01440

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

Crops and Flops Rescue

Westminster, MA 01473

Pet Types: dogs

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Red Barn Farm

Westminster, MA 01473

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ashburnham Animal Control

32 Main Street, Ashburnham, MA 01430

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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North Star German Shepherd Dog Rescue Inc.

PO Box 291, Winchendon, MA 01475

Pet Types: dogs

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Fitchburg Animal Shelter

939 High Rock Road, Fitchburg, MA 01420

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

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New Life Boxer Rescue - MA

Fitchburg, MA 01420

Pet Types: dogs

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American Maltese Assoc. Rescue--Massachusetts

818 Carpenter Rd, Athol, MA 01331

Pet Types: dogs

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North Quabbin Regional Animal Control

450 Thrower Rd., Athol, MA 01331

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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