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Puppies and dogs in New Bedford, Massachusetts

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Adopt a dog in New Bedford, Massachusetts

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in New Bedford, 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 Pancake's adoption status with email updates.
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Pancake

Poodle (Standard) Old English Sheepdog

Male, Young
New Bedford, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Here is Pancake, my lovely grandson. His mother is to the right in the first picture, named Pickles. Pancake was born on 12/6/23 as a singleton. It was one of the funniest days of my life because he came out as a singleton (one puppy), which is not so common. I did an extensive amount of research on how to prevent only-child syndrome, and he was raised in a house with four young children and two other dogs. We have a dog walker who has helped me learn to walk two medium dogs and a stroller simultaneously. Pancake does so well that she has asked if he can be a part of her pack of unleashed dogs that she takes in the woods. He is well-tempered, not a barker, only when necessary unknown guests and late at-night noises. He is still, in fact, a puppy, so there are the occasional shoes or toys that the children leave lying around, but not often. He has been with us since birth, so I know and closely worked on his training.
We'll also keep you updated on Millie's adoption status with email updates.
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Millie

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Fairhaven, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Millie is a happy go lucky- Loyal protective purebred Pitbull. We are looking to re-home Millie to a kid and pet free home. She is a little over 2.5 and has been a part of our family since she was 12 weeks old. She has always been amazing with our children and family. she sleeps with our children every night but recently showed signs of resource guarding when she was playing with her favorite toy. I have always been able to properly intervene and educate my children on respecting her boundaries but with a 5 year old those boundaries are easily forgotten. We also have 4 cats she enjoys chasing around trying to play with which also stresses the cats out. She doesn’t have a lot of socialization with dogs so no other dogs is ideal. Unfortunately we are in the position where we need to re-home her to a safe environment for my son- and her. We are heartbroken but know there is a family out there with no children and other pets that can give her exactly what she needs.
We'll also keep you updated on Koda's adoption status with email updates.
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Koda

Cattle Dog

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Dartmouth, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Radar's adoption status with email updates.
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Radar

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs
Dartmouth, 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
Must have German Shepherd experience
We'll also keep you updated on Sky's adoption status with email updates.
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Sky

Cattle Dog

Female, 10 mos
Dartmouth, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Lilly's adoption status with email updates.
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Lilly

Chihuahua

Female, 8 yrs
Dartmouth, 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
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Dog shelters and rescues in New Bedford, Massachusetts

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

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Animal Advocates

596 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA 02740

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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C.A.R.E. Southcoast

197 Middle Rd., Acushnet, MA 02740

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Lighthouse Animal Shelter

596 Hathaway Rd., New Bedford, MA 02740

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fairhaven Animal Shelter

Bridge Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fairhaven Animal Shelter

200 Bridge St, Fairhaven, MA 02719

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

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Humane Society & Shelter - SouthCoast

31 Ventura Drive, Dartmouth, MA 02747

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

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Madeira Park Farm Fosters

88 Mill Road, Acushnet, MA 02743

Pet Types: dogs

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Odies Place

Dartmouth, MA 02748

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Faxon Animal Care & Adoption Center

474 Durfee Street, fall river, MA 02720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Forever Paws Animal Shelter,Inc.

300 Lynwood St, Fall River, MA 02721

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

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