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Puppies and dogs in Melrose, Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Melrose, Massachusetts. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Owston

Shiba Inu

Male, Young

Malden, MA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Owston is the sweetest boy, a 4yo male Shiba with a heart of gold. He is a goofy, affectionate, incredibly smart dog. He absolutely loves people-- snuggling, walking, playing, and making you laugh. He unfortunately is not getting along with my other dog any longer and is looking for a home where he can be the only pet. Owston was my husband's dog before we met. He brought him out of a dark depression after his first bout with cancer. Unfortunately, my husband's cancer relapsed and he passed away in 2024. He was definitely Owston's *person*, and the loss combined with the many changes to Owston's routine worsened his reactive behaviors toward other dogs, that we'd worked so hard to train away. It breaks my heart to be separated from him, but I believe Owston will truly flourish as someone's only pet. I would love to be able to receive occasional updates or photos-- he will always be my and my husband's baby boy. I only want what is best for him.

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Nova

Pit Bull Terrier Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy

Female, 7 yrs

Saugus, 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

Floppy-eared, goofy, and overflowing with love — Nova is the kind of girl who wiggles right into your heart. She’s spent too many summers being treated like a lawn decoration instead of the incredible family dog she is, and she’s so ready for a home that sees her as part of the pack, not a pet rock. This sweet, silly lady is laid-back with a sprinkle of Nova sparkle She’ll make you smile daily, keep you laughing with her goofy antics, and soak up as much affection as you’re willing to give. Nova’s Highlights: Approx 6 years old • ~50 lbs Fostered with other dogs — extremely dog-friendly Super loving & affectionate Goofy, silly, full of personality Medium energy & easygoing Spayed, vaccinated, microchipped *she has even completed Heartworm treatment! fostered locally in MA— apply now! Nova is so ready to finally be someone’s family. Could it be you? please remember we are all volunteers & incomplete applications will not be processed Apply to FOSTER or ADOPT today & get approved to bring a dog home. It is a simple & easy process - help us save lives ! If you are interested in adopting a GBP rescue PAL, please submit an application and we will reach out to you within 48 hours to start the approval process. https://galsbestpal.com/adoption/ It’s ok if you don’t know exactly what you are looking for, we are experts in matchmaking and can talk with you and figure out what PAL would be a good fit for your home! If you would like to inquire about saving a life & becoming a FOSTER HERO, please fill out an application and a FOSTER HEROES TEAM volunteer will reach out to you to go over our lifesaving foster based rescue program! https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ To learn more about our mission, and to join our mailing list go to https://galsbestpal.com/ Follow us on FB and Instagram for extra photos, updates & videos of our available dogs. We are constantly posting new content every day! Thank you for considering a rescue PAL, there are so many in need right now! XO, THE GBP TEAM PS - Please keep in mind, our bio's are based on feedback we have received from the current foster home the dog is in. We can never guarantee how a transition will affect the dog. GBP is here to help make the transition as easy as possible but time + patience are also important when adopting a new PAL. Breed Mixes & Ages are a best guess and can not be guaranteed** ##2510938##

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Pringles

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 9 mos

Saugus, MA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

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

Story

Discarded by her owners…..and nobody else can resist her sweet personality Just like the potato chip she’s named after, once you meet Pringles, you won’t be able to resist her. Miss Pringles - A sweet little gal who loves being part of a family unit & it absolutely shows! Pringles follows her foster mom around like a quiet, gentle shadow and adores the dogs and kiddos in her home, too. This girl bonds deeply and beautifully once she feels safe and understood. She’s a soft, sensitive soul… and here’s a little secret — the quickest way to her heart is definitely through her belly. Snacks = love. Pringles is housebroken, crated at night, sweet as they come, and so ready to find her forever family who will cherish her for the tender, loving gem she is. Very dog-friendly & would love a bestie sweet & tender small breed mix Fostered with kids & dogs Would thrive in a more chill home Altered, microchipped & vaccinated fostered locally in Massachusetts — apply today!Applications on our website — link in bio *Please note: We're an all-volunteer organization, and incomplete applications cannot be processed.* If you're interested in adopting a GBP rescue PAL, please submit an application through the link below. A member of our team will reach out within 48 hours to begin the approval process. www.galsbestpal.com/adoption Not sure which dog is the best fit? No worries! We're matchmaking experts and can help you find the perfect PAL for your home. Interested in saving a life and becoming a FOSTER HERO? Fill out an application, and a member of our FOSTER HEROES TEAM will reach out to discuss our life-saving foster-based rescue program. https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ To learn more about our mission or to join our mailing list, visit us at https://galsbestpal.com/ Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more photos, updates, and videos of our available dogs. We're always sharing new content! Thank you for considering adopting a rescue PAL —there are so many amazing dogs in need right now! With love, The GBP Team PS: Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster home. We cannot guarantee how a transition will affect the dog, but GBP is here to support you. Time and patience are key when adopting a new PAL. Please note that breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2573189##

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Lita

Pointer Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 1 yr 5 mos

Saugus, 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

"She’s the kind of dog who bonds deeply and makes every day feel a little more special!" Lita Lita, señorita Meet our sweetest girl, Miss Lita! This beautiful soul is truly a heart-dog kind of girl with so much love to give. She absolutely adores people and will melt right into you the moment you start petting her, soaking up every bit of affection. She's just so LOVING Lita is VERY dog friendly and she lights up when toys are involved because playtime is truly one of her favorite things!! Her personality is just as as stunning as her looks, Miss Lita turns heads wherever she goes & steals hearts just as easily. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion who’s impossible not to fall for, Lita may just be your señorita so sweet and special @56 lbs /1 -2 yo pointer mix VERY dog friendly crate trained in fostercompleted HW treatment + fully vetted Available for pick up in amesbury 1/14 -apply today to pick up in Amesbury!!! *Please note: We're an all-volunteer organization, and incomplete applications cannot be processed.* If you're interested in adopting a GBP rescue PAL, please submit an application through the link below. A member of our team will reach out within 48 hours to begin the approval process. www.galsbestpal.com/adoption Not sure which dog is the best fit? No worries! We're matchmaking experts and can help you find the perfect PAL for your home. Interested in saving a life and becoming a FOSTER HERO? Fill out an application, and a member of our FOSTER HEROES TEAM will reach out to discuss our life-saving foster-based rescue program. https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ To learn more about our mission or to join our mailing list, visit us at https://galsbestpal.com/ Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more photos, updates, and videos of our available dogs. We're always sharing new content! Thank you for considering adopting a rescue PAL —there are so many amazing dogs in need right now! With love, The GBP Team PS: Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster home. We cannot guarantee how a transition will affect the dog, but GBP is here to support you. Time and patience are key when adopting a new PAL. Please note that breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2547563##

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Hoss

Hound (Unknown Type) Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 mo

Saugus, 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

Meet Hoss Hoss is a social & happy-go-lucky boy who brings a big personality wherever he goes As an active retriever/hound mix, he loves to move, explore, and then soak up attention when playtime is done!! He’s been working on all his basics in foster care and is doing great -- showing just how smart and eager he is to learn and be the bestest boy .. and he's killin' it Hoss has been fostered with other dogs and is very dog friendly and playful! With all the love and care he’s received so far, he’s growing into a silly, affectionate pup who’s ready to be someone’s loyal sidekick and BEST FRIEND FUREVAH ‍ retriever/hound mixworking on all puppy basics in foster home! active happy puppyabout 3 months oldneutered and age appropriate vaccines pick up Amesbury, MA 1/14- apply today!! *Please note: We're an all-volunteer organization, and incomplete applications cannot be processed.* If you're interested in adopting a GBP rescue PAL, please submit an application through the link below. A member of our team will reach out within 48 hours to begin the approval process. www.galsbestpal.com/adoption Not sure which dog is the best fit? No worries! We're matchmaking experts and can help you find the perfect PAL for your home. Interested in saving a life and becoming a FOSTER HERO? Fill out an application, and a member of our FOSTER HEROES TEAM will reach out to discuss our life-saving foster-based rescue program. https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ To learn more about our mission or to join our mailing list, visit us at https://galsbestpal.com/ Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more photos, updates, and videos of our available dogs. We're always sharing new content! Thank you for considering adopting a rescue PAL —there are so many amazing dogs in need right now! With love, The GBP Team PS: Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster home. We cannot guarantee how a transition will affect the dog, but GBP is here to support you. Time and patience are key when adopting a new PAL. Please note that breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2614625##

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Ben

Hound (Unknown Type) Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 mo

Saugus, 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

Ben is a thoughtful, sweet boy with a fun, silly streak that will keep you laughing all day long- he is an adorably wrinkly and sweet puppy!! He is a gorgeous retriever/hound mix, who is active and fun! He enjoys staying busy and engaged and he’s been doing great with learning all his puppy basics in his foster home! Ben has been fostered with other dogs and is very dog friendly, enjoying both playtime and relaxed hangouts. He’s had plenty of love and positive guidance in his foster home, helping him grow into a smart, well-rounded puppy who will make a wonderful companion. ADORABLE retriever/hound mix‍working on basics in fosteractive happy puppyabout 3 months oldneutered and age appropriate vaccines pick up in Amesbury, MA on 1/14 -APPLY TODAY! *Please note: We're an all-volunteer organization, and incomplete applications cannot be processed.* If you're interested in adopting a GBP rescue PAL, please submit an application through the link below. A member of our team will reach out within 48 hours to begin the approval process. www.galsbestpal.com/adoption Not sure which dog is the best fit? No worries! We're matchmaking experts and can help you find the perfect PAL for your home. Interested in saving a life and becoming a FOSTER HERO? Fill out an application, and a member of our FOSTER HEROES TEAM will reach out to discuss our life-saving foster-based rescue program. https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ To learn more about our mission or to join our mailing list, visit us at https://galsbestpal.com/ Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more photos, updates, and videos of our available dogs. We're always sharing new content! Thank you for considering adopting a rescue PAL —there are so many amazing dogs in need right now! With love, The GBP Team PS: Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster home. We cannot guarantee how a transition will affect the dog, but GBP is here to support you. Time and patience are key when adopting a new PAL. Please note that breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2614627##

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Dog shelters and rescues in Melrose, Massachusetts

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Rescue

Gals Best Pal

Saugus, MA 01906

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Kitty Connection

Medford, MA 02155

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Save-A-Heartbeat Kitty Rescue

Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Shelter

Animal Umbrella Inc.

320B Charger St., Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Safe Harbor for Animals

2 Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Poodle Rescue New England

PO Box 441447, Somerville, MA 02144

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Westie Rescue Of New England

2 Brigham street, East Boston, MA 02128

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Legacy Rescue Inc

Arlington, MA 02474

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Last Hope K9 Rescue

71 Commercial St, #184, Boston, MA 02113

Pet Types: dogs

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