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Puppies and dogs in Gardner, Massachusetts

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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.
We'll also keep you updated on Desdemona (Mona)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Desdemona (Mona)

Dutch Shepherd

Female, Adult
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Originally from Germany; Desdemona (known as Mona) is an 8-yr old Dutch Shepherd. Shes extremely sweet and smart! She does not get along with other dogs and will need to be in a 1 dog household. Even though she is 8, she is still full of energy. If you want her to be energetic, she will play for hours. If you want to chill, she is more than happy to be a couch potato. She loves to love, and she finds joy in making her person happy.
We'll also keep you updated on CocoMellon's adoption status with email updates.
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CocoMellon

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Gardner, 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
This big goofball is CocoMellon! He's about 2 years old. He's sweet, so very goofy and just adores kids! He will need to be with older kids as he absolutely WILL knock a little one over on accident! He plays fetch. He loves other dogs. He's housebroken and good on leash. ***No cats*** He weighs in at 50-60 pounds! CocoMellon is neutered, up to date on vaccines, on preventatives and microchipped! ***Videos in comments*** Apply for CocoMellon here: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 CocoMellon is available for adoption through: Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue MA license #0391 Not quite ready to adopt but still want to help? Please see our Amazon wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1R7GFNAJXFCF7?ref_=wl_share
We'll also keep you updated on Clarice's adoption status with email updates.
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Clarice

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 5 mos
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 siblings Garland and Clarice! They're about 5 months old, up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and spayed/neutered! They will be ready for their new families on 3/2. Pickup either in Medfield, MA or Gardner, MA on the 2nd. After that will be at whichever foster home they will be staying with. Clarice is female and looks more lab/retriever/pittie/boxer. Garland is a male and has more of the pittie/boxer block head. To apply to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 To apply to foster: https://form.jotform.com/242568085163158 These babies are 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
We'll also keep you updated on Jesse's adoption status with email updates.
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Jesse

Great Pyrenees

Male, 3 mos
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Jesse! This sweet baby is just 3 months old! He's such a happy, bouncy baby Pyrenees! I mean, look at just how FLUFFY this boy is! Jesse is great with other dogs! He's a giant puppy and will be over 100 lbs when grown. He's got long fur. He will shed and need to be groomed A LOT! Please do your research on the breed before jumping in and saying you want him. He's not for apartment living, you will definitely need a fenced in yard for this boy! Jesse is up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and neutered. Jesse will be ready to be picked up for his forever home on 3/9. Pickup can be either Medfield, MA or Gardner, MA. After that will be at whichever foster home he will be staying with. ***Video in comments*** To apply to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 To apply to foster: https://form.jotform.com/242568085163158 Jesse 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
We'll also keep you updated on Dricus's adoption status with email updates.
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Dricus

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 9 mos
Gardner, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Due to absolutely no fault of his own, Dricus is coming back to the rescue. The resident dog keeps attacking him and his family fears they can't keep him safe. Understand that they are absolutely heartbroken over this decision and his safety comes before all else. With that being said, he's now about 9 months old, 50 lbs and HOUSEBROKEN! He's super sweet and playful! He LOVES other dogs and is good with kids. He's never seen a cat. He's still very much a puppy and does puppy things! ***Videos in comments*** To apply to adopt Dricus: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 To apply to foster: https://form.jotform.com/242568085163158 Dricus 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
We'll also keep you updated on Garland's adoption status with email updates.
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Garland

American Pit Bull Terrier Boxer

Male, 5 mos
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 siblings Garland and Clarice! They're about 5 months old, up to date on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and spayed/neutered! They will be ready for their new families on 3/2. Pickup either in Medfield, MA or Gardner, MA on the 2nd. After that will be at whichever foster home they will be staying with. Clarice is female and looks more lab/retriever/pittie/boxer. Garland is a male and has more of the pittie/boxer block head. To apply to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/232936870456163 To apply to foster: https://form.jotform.com/242568085163158 These babies are 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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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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Gardner Animal Control Facility

Plant Road, Gardner, MA 01440

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Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue

Gardner, MA 01440

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Red Barn Farm

Westminster, MA 01473

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Crops and Flops Rescue

Westminster, MA 01473

Pet Types: 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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New Life Boxer Rescue - MA

Fitchburg, MA 01420

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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Athol Animal Control

584 Main St., Athol, MA 01331

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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American Maltese Assoc. Rescue--Massachusetts

818 Carpenter Rd, Athol, MA 01331

Pet Types: dogs

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