Big Wave Dog Rescue Inc.

Animal rescue in Chelmsford, Massachusetts

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Chelmsford, MA 01824

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Adoptable Pets at Big Wave Dog Rescue Inc.

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Isabelle

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 11 mos

Chelmsford, MA

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
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Kingston

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 1 yr 11 mos

Chelmsford, MA

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
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Hershey

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos

Chelmsford, MA

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Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Good with kids
Good with dogs
Story

Rescue FAQs

Big Wave Dog Rescue strives to be one of the most collaborative and positively known Animal Rescues in the state of Massachusetts and surrounding states. BWDR is a foster-based, volunteer-run organization built around passionate people looking to make a difference where we don’t see the difference being made. Southern shelters are overrun with animals that will never be adopted. Big Wave will take the dogs the South cannot place and bring them to New England homes where they become family. In addition to helping out-of-state dogs make their entrance into MA, we will help surrounding communities by supporting local cases of animals in need of a fresh start. ​ Over the next several years, we are committed to building a community of empathetic volunteers that are educated about the societal issues surrounding animal homelessness in our country. Through first-hand volunteer opportunities and full transparency regarding our animal’s humble and often traumatic beginnings, our community will guide our animals, share their stories, and move them forward to a new season of life no matter their age or breed. ​ Finding our animals a place to call “home” is not a task we take lightly. Communicating with and providing adopters with resources regarding training and behavior will be a priority for setting our dogs up for success. Establishing connections to local dog trainers and emphasizing the value of utilizing professionals for behavior modification and obedience is of high importance to us in keeping our promise to our animals.
Massachusetts-based Animal Rescue
  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Interview
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoptions may also occur at events, where families must be pre-approved ahead of meeting the available animals.

Pets at shelters and rescues near Big Wave Dog Rescue Inc.

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PO Box 638, Tyngsboro, MA 01879

Animal Network of New England (ARNNE)

P.O. Box 1053, Pelham, NH 03076

Billerica Animal Control

Avila St, Billerica, MA 01821

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Carl

Guinea Pig

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos

Lowell, MA

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N/A
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(when grown) -
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No Details Provided
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Fern

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos

Lowell, MA

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(when grown) -
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No Details Provided
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Niles

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult

Lowell, MA

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N/A
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(when grown) -
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No Details Provided
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