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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.

Hachi

Boxer

Male, Adult

Malden, MA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

I adopted Hachi at a shelter when he was just a puppy. Hachi is now 3 (turning 4 in November). Hachi is a very energetic pup! He is always ready to play a game of tug or even fetching. He would do well in an active home to keep up with his play. Inside the house, he is definitely a couch potato. He loves to have his own space, we currently have a kennel for him (he likes sleeping here) but he also enjoys a window spot on the couch. Hachi is very well behaved at home, he will not touch furniture unless told it’s okay. He’s a very intelligent pup and learns house rules quickly. Hachi would also benefit from an owner who has experience with dogs to continue his training. Hachi is potty trained and knows many of the basic commands but would benefits from continuing his reactivity training. He gets along well with older kids and people in general but needs reactivity training to be around other animals. Hachi is a sweet dog, he loves scratches, cuddles or really any type of affection.

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Kuma

Black Mouth Cur

Female, Adult

Malden, MA

Size

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

Details

House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Kuma!!Previously in Georgia, Kuma was working in a prison system caretaking program where inmates were assigned to care for a dog. Kuma was then in a shelter in Georgia on the euthanasia list, when my mother in law decided to foster her. Kuma was there for 9 months before she was given to us. She is the SNUGGLIEST girl in the world.. always belly up for pets. She is the funniest dog and will always be there to make you laugh and to snuggle with. Kuma unfortunately has not been getting along with our other dog, so we made the difficult decision to re home her. She would be best as the only pet in the home. She is the sweetest snuggle bug and we were lucky to have her for these last 8 months!

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Ethel

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Young

Stoneham, MA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Ethel is full of energy and would thrive with a spacious area to run We adopted her at 18 months from a foster home in Maine We have had her 2 years She is very devoted to her “person” and may need some training to follow your commands She is very playful, loves toys and to play catch. She is food motivated She likes to ride in the car if the windows can open

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Gemma

Chihuahua Papillon

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos

Saugus, MA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Meet Gemma! Gemma is a teeny tiny little sweetheart with the cutest Chihuahua/Papillon mix look and the most adorable little face. She’s just beginning to discover how wonderful life can be after coming from a home where she didn’t get much socialization. Since arriving in foster care, Gemma has been making slow, but steady progress. She’s starting to come out of her shell a little more each day and is looking for a patient family who will let her blossom at her own pace. Gemma would do best in a quiet home with another friendly small breed dog to show her the ropes and become her built-in best friend. If you love watching a little dog gain confidence and celebrate the small victories, Gemma will be such a rewarding companion. gDOB @ 7/8/21 // 6 lb shy little gal small breed experience please Best second dog in home altered, vaccinated, microchipped fostered locally in MA *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. ##2762908##

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Mitzi Jean

Rhodesian Ridgeback Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos

Saugus, 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

Meet Mitzi! Mitzi is the kind of dog who walks into a room and immediately makes it more fun! This big, beautiful girl is happy, goofy, silly, and full of personality. At 53+ pounds, she’s a whole lot of lovable wrapped up in one adorable package! Mitzi is dog friendly, active, and always ready for fun. She loves being part of the action and would make an amazing adventure buddy for someone who enjoys walks, playtime, and then kicking back with a big goofy girl by their side. She has that wonderful happy-go-lucky personality that makes you smile without even trying. Mitzi is looking for a family who will appreciate her playful spirit, give her plenty of love and activity, and let her be the silly, lovable girl she is. DOB @ 3/10/23 53+ lbsVery Dog friendlyHappy • Goofy • Silly • Active FHO surgery completed -- doing great treated for Heartworm Spayed, Microchipped, Vaccinated available for adoption in October apply today Interested in adopting a GBP rescue dog? Submit an adoption application through the link below! https://galsbestpal.com/adoption/ Not sure which dog is the right fit? No worries! We’re matchmaking experts. Tell us about your home, lifestyle, and what you’re looking for, and we’ll help connect you with a dog who may be the perfect fit for your family. Want to Be a FOSTER HERO? Fostering saves lives! Open your home to a rescue dog and help them get ready for their forever family. Fill out a foster application and our Foster Heroes Team will be in touch.(Massachusetts residents only) https://galsbestpal.com/foster/ Want to HELP Make a Difference? Do you have some extra time on your hands and want to be part of our mission? We are always looking for volunteers! We have hands on opportunities at our facility in Amesbury, MA, as well as remote volunteer opportunities from home. There’s a place for everyone in rescue, and we’d love to have you join our team! https://galsbestpal.com/volunteer/ A Little Note:Our rescue is completely volunteer-run, and we appreciate your patience as our team works behind the scenes to find the best possible matches for our dogs and their future families. Every application is thoughtfully considered, and our team will reach out when there is a potential match. Stay Connected! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok for more photos, videos, updates and sneak peeks of our newly rescued dogs! Thank you for choosing rescue. With love,The GBP Volunteer Team A Note About Our Bios:Our bios are based on feedback from each dog’s current foster family. Each dog may respond differently as they transition into a new home. We cannot guarantee transitions will affect them. Time, patience, and understanding are key when welcoming a new dog into your home. Breed mixes and ages are our best estimates and cannot be guaranteed. ##2688636##

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Ruby Doo

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos

Saugus, MA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

RE-INTRODUCING our RUBY DOO That smile. Seriously… how could you not fall in love with that face?! Ruby originally came to us from the amazing @streethearts.project — a rescue we greatly admire. About a year ago, we thought she had found her forever family. Unfortunately, she wasn’t the right fit and after almost a year she was returned back to us.. Ruby is a young adult herding breed mix, and dogs like her need exercise, structure, training, socialization and outlets for those busy brains. She missed out on some of that during really important months and came back to us needing quite a bit of work. Since then, we have invested a LOT into this girl. Ruby completed a training program and is now fostered with one of our amazing foster coordinators, Barbara who continues working with her every day. And she is making progress! Is Ruby perfect? Nope. But honestly, who is? She IS happy, smart, adorable and always smiling. She just needs the RIGHT person. Someone dog savvy, active and ideally experienced with herding breeds. Someone who understands that Ruby needs continued structure, exercise, training and healthy outlets for her drive, along with plenty of love. Ruby isn’t looking for a home where she’ll simply exist. She’s looking for someone who will DO life with her. PLEASE SHARE RUBY DOO. Her person has to be out there. DOB 10/20/24 // approx 45 lbs adorable herding breed mix smart, active + loves having a job completed professional board-and-train dog-savvy, active home herding breed experience strongly preferred continued training + structure is a must crate trained & housebroken !! BONUS: reduced adoption fee — so hopefully her new family can invest that money back into Ruby’s care! Fostered locally in MASSACHUSETTS + ready to find her person *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. ##2379315##

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Dog shelters and rescues in Melrose, Massachusetts

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

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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

Rescue

Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, 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

Rescue

Saving With Bria Inc.

Peabody, MA 01960

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Souls of Satos - Boston, MA Foster

BOSTON, MA 02114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

New England English Springer Spaniel Rescue, Inc.

ME, VT, NH, CT, RI, NY, MA 02201

Pet Types: dogs

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English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

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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