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Worcester Animal Rescue League

Animal shelter in Worcester, MA

Since our founding in 1912, the Worcester Animal Rescue League (WARL) has been dedicated to the care of the animals who provide so much for their human companions. Without your support, however, nothing we do would be possible. WARL is a non-profit organization and your donations of money, time, supplies, homes, and love are vital to our cause and the lives of the animals in our care. Our sincerest thanks.

Contact —
Email info@worcesterarl.org
Phone (508) 853-0030
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Address
139 Holden St.
Worcester, MA 01606
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139 Holden St.

Worcester, MA 01606

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Adoptable pets at Worcester Animal Rescue League

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Chullo

Rottweiler

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
Worcester, MA
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Ember

Golden Retriever

Female, 3 yrs
Worcester, MA
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Fox

Golden Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Worcester, MA
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Ariel

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Worcester, MA
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Wilson

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 9 yrs 6 mos
Worcester, MA
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Cannoli

Cocker Spaniel

Male, 7 yrs 5 mos
Worcester, MA
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Logan

Rat Terrier

Male, 6 mos
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Vega

German Shepherd Dog/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 4 mos
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Evan

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male
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Tabatha

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
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Vampire Diaries litter

Blue Heeler

Female, Puppy
Framingham, MA

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