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Puppies and dogs in Lowell, Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Lowell, 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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Ms Thing

Husky

Female, Adult
Lowell, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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This pet came in as a stray, but owner was identified and has been surrendered. We hope she will be ready for adoption soon. Check back for updates!
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Precious

Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Lowell, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Precious is a lovely little tripod whois energetic and sweet! She`s looking to be the center of attention in her new home- no other pets or kids for her please!
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Darla

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
Lowell, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Darla is a 6-year-old medium mixed breed girl who came to us alongside her sister, Ruby, when their owner had to move and could no longer care for them. She’s a sweet girl ready to trade shelter life for a fresh start with a family of her own!Darla would benefit from some basic training and continued structure to help polish up her manners and set her up for success. She has lived with another dog and may do well with the right canine match. She could also potentially live with a dog-savvy cat and older, dog-savvy kids.If you’re looking for a fun, lovable lady and don’t mind helping her brush up on her skills, Darla is ready to meet you!If you are interested in adopting Darla, please email foster@lowellhumanesociety.org to find out more and see if you`re a good match!
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Stella

Chihuahua

Female, 10 yrs
Lowell, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Stella is not currently available for adoption. She is undergoing medical evaluation and will likely be having surgery to amputate her leg. Help defray the costs of her surgery and others like her by becoming a monthly donor! https://www.lowellhumanesociety.org/donate/
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Coconut Crab

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Lowell, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Coconut Crab, a playful and sweet gal who is full of energy! This breed requires an experienced owner who can provide the training and outlets needed to help her thrive. Coconut Crab would do best in an active home where she can burn off her energy through play, exercise, and possibly agility training. With proper introductions, while she is playful wth other dogs and can have playdates, Coconut Crab does not want to live with another dog. If you`re ready for a fun and energetic companion, Coconut Crab could be the perfect addition to your family!Coconut Crab is currently in foster. If you are interested in adopting Coconut Crab, please email foster@lowellhumanesociety.org to find out more and see if you`re a good match!
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Toast

Dachshund Beagle

Female, 10 yrs 3 mos
Lowell, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Toast may be 10 years old, but don’t let her age fool you—this little Dachshund/Beagle mix still has plenty of spunk, personality, and opinions!Toast recently went through quite a lot. She had a full-mouth dental, was spayed, and had several mammary masses removed. Unfortunately, the masses were malignant, and because of her cancer diagnosis, Toast is now looking for a special hospice home where she can spend her time surrounded by comfort, love, and all the little things that make a dog happy.And Toast has made it very clear that she would prefer to be the only dog in the household. She doesn`t particularly enjoy sharing her space with other canine roommates, and honestly, at this stage of life, we think she deserves to be a little spoiled. What Toast does want is a person of her very own. Someone who will give her a cozy bed, tasty snacks, gentle companionship, and plenty of attention. She may be a senior, but she still has a playful, lively spirit and isn`t ready to sit quietly on the sidelines! She love, Love, LOVES her walks and would really like to live with someone who is home a lot and loves to curl up early at night.Toast`s hospice family will need to be comfortable monitoring her quality of life and working with their veterinarian as her needs change. Hospice isn`t about giving up—it`s about making sure Toast is comfortable, loved, and able to enjoy her good days for as long as possible. Veterinary hospice care focuses on comfort, symptom management, and quality of life for pets for however much time they may have.Toast has already been through enough changes. Now she`s looking for the best one yet: a home to call her own.If you have room in your heart (and on your couch) for a spunky little senior who would love to be your one and only, Toast is waiting.Toast is waiting for her new family in a foster home. If you would like to meet her, please reach out to foster@lowellhumanesociety.org to schedule a meet n greet!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lowell, Massachusetts

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

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Lowell Humane Society

951 Broadway St, Lowell, MA 01854

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

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Ruff Tales Rescue

119 Drum Hill Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824

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Big Wave Dog Rescue Inc.

Chelmsford, MA 01824

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Network of New England (ARNNE)

P.O. Box 1053, Pelham, NH 03076

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Billerica Animal Control

Avila St, Billerica, MA 01821

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Bullied Breeds Rescue

PO Box 225, Billerica, MA 01865

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Great Dog Rescue New England

9 Barlet St. #316, Andover, MA 01810

Pet Types: dogs

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Harvey's Hope Animal Rescue

Hudson, NH 03051

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MSPCA at Nevins Farm

400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844

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

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Save A Friend P.R. - Northeast transport

Nashua, NH 03060

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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