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Puppies and dogs in Salem, Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Salem, 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 Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Peabody, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Max is a great dog and deserves a loving home that has time to devote to him. He can be left alone for long periods of time, he is house and crate trained. He loves to affectionate.
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Indie

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, Young
Peabody, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Indie was adopted from a rescue at 6 months old (currently 4 years 4months). He is an extremely intelligent, high energy boy who loves to please his owner/handler! He is HIGHLY treat motivated which makes training easy. He is dog reactive and has been through a lot of training to work on good manners but still needs help working through his reactions. He currently goes to a daycare that works on his reactivity in a play environment but should be known that he would unlikely be accepted by daycares that do not have experience accommodating dogs with reactivity or an option for just people play. He is very loving and playful and his favorite is to be outside for plenty of sniffs!
We'll also keep you updated on Dice's adoption status with email updates.
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Dice

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Lynn, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter,
Story
Dice has been with me since November of 2019, I got her from a breeder. She was with me at home during the pandemic. Dice loves to play with her stuff animal. Unfortunately I can’t keep Dice because my baby is Allergic to her as well as Dice is not good with kids. Dice does not like to be grabbed on or pulled on.
We'll also keep you updated on Lottie's adoption status with email updates.
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Lottie

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Dutch Shepherd

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Saugus, 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
LOTTIE - a beautiful Dutch Shepherd mix Miss LOTTIE is a gorgeous 1yo /60 lb rescue GAL who is smart, athletic and loving. She LOVES her people and is so intuitive & attentive!  Loyal, smart with a medium- high energy  — if you have owned and loved the breed, you will immediately notice that she has a wonderful outgoing personality and is going to make a fantastic partner and BFF Lottie has been trained with basic obedience, walks well on a leash, and is eager to become your ultimate bestie. @1 yo/ 60 lbs Dutch Shepherd mix dog friendly, proper intros best! active & smart good on leash, good in car crate trained + housebroken large breed experience please* _________________fostered in CHELMSFORD MA- apply today 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 supportive 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** ##1913158##
We'll also keep you updated on AAA GENERAL ADOPTION APPLICATION's adoption status with email updates.
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AAA GENERAL ADOPTION APPLICATION

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female
Saugus, MA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
** If you are looking to ADOPT a rescue dog & haven't quite decided what you are actually looking for, but you are excited to work with us, please fill out a general adoption application & we will match you with a FANTASTIC DOG!! *** 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 !   https://galsbestpal.com/adoption/  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** ##2009503##
We'll also keep you updated on Jack Sparrow's adoption status with email updates.
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Jack Sparrow

Boxer American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos
Saugus, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
The amazing JACK SPARROW has been sitting in foster in Houston TX for months now… Once a frail and beaten down shell, is now a happy, balanced, super friendly companion!  JACK is a WONDERFUL DOG who has been given all the care in the world,he is currently in a fantastic foster home living  with other friendly dogs, and he is doing fantastic — He is super dog friendly JACK is such a great boy - he even has even completed basic obedience and agility courses. He has so much going for him; crate, trained, housebroken, good on the leash,.. I could just go on with all the positives - Really he’s just a GREAT GREAT BOY!  Jack has a few old scars on his back, that he will carry with him forever, but he is now a very healthy and VERY HAPPY boy and he will never look back at his past because his future is paved with brilliance! This is a wonderful dog and he deserves an AMAZING HOME!  Do you LOVE him !!!?? We have tons of photos and videos to show his personality , and can even put you in contact with the southern rescuer @caitiesfosterfam  to learn more- so please reach out!  3-4 yo/@50 lbs Staffy mix good on leash potty & crate trained basic obedience trainedgood in carloves other dogs neutered, vaccinated, microchipped_____________he’s ready for his forever - APPLY TODAY and bring him home in JULY!  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 supportive 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** ##1789119##

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Dog shelters and rescues in Salem, Massachusetts

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

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Northeast Animal Shelter, Inc

347 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of Marbleheads Abandoned Animals

44 Village St., Marblehead, MA 01945

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of Beverly Animals

PO Box 3378, Beverly, MA 01915

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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City of Beverly Animal Services Dept

191 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Gals Best Pal

Saugus, MA 01906

Pet Types: dogs

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Saving Grace for Dogs

Middleton, MA 01949

Pet Types: dogs

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Save-A-Heartbeat Kitty Rescue

Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Animal Umbrella Inc.

320B Charger St., Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ipswich Humane Group Inc.

P.O. Box 873, Ipswich, MA 01938

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cape Ann Animal Aid

4 Paws Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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