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Puppies and dogs in Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Massachusetts. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

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Black Mouth Cur

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos

Salem, MA

Size

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

Details

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Bloom

Chihuahua

Female, 4 mos

Uxbridge, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Bloom **Not Available to Be Seen Until Open House on Wednesday 10/21** Good with Kids & Dogs! 4 mos/5 lb./Female/Chihuahua Mix Name: Bloom Age: 4 months Weight: 5 lbs Breed: Chihuahua Mix Status: Small, sweet and ready to blossom into someone's forever girl! About Me: Hi there, I'm Bloom! Small in size, big on charm and hoping to be come the newest little ray of sunshine in someone's life! I may be tiny, but I've got some pretty big plans for my future - starting with finding my forever family to call my own! I have a feeling the best parts of life are still waiting for me. They say love grows in the most unexpected places.. so maybe yours has a little room for me? After all, every beautiful love story has to Bloom somewhere! Best Qualities: A budding little heartbreaker with endless charm. Young, curious, and ready to discover the world. Perfectly pint-sized for life's little adventures. A fresh little flower with a lifetime of love to give. Guaranteed to add a little sunshine to your days! Ideal Match: I'm looking for someone with a green thumb for puppy love! My Pawfect Person understands that even the tiniest flowers need time, attention and a little TLC to grow. Since I'm still a baby, I'll need a patient, loving family who is excited to help be blossom into a confident little lady. Give me room to grow and I just might become the sweetest addition to your family's garden! Deal Breakers: I'm not looking for love that wilts when things get a little messy! Puppyhood comes with a little dirt, a few accidents, and plenty of lessons to learn. Leaving me out of the family fun, or plan to be gone for long periods of time? That's a NO for me. Fun Fact: Roses are red, violets are blue, skip the bouquet.. Take me home with you!

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Bingo

Chihuahua

Male, 4 mos

Uxbridge, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Bingo **Not Available to Be Seen Until Open House on Wednesday 10/21** Good with Kids & Dogs! 4 mos/7 lb./Male/Chihuahua Mix Name: Bingo Age: 4 months Weight: 7 lbs Breed: Chihuahua Mix Status: Forget the cash prize. This jackpot comes with four paws! About Me: B-I-N-G-O, and Bingo is my name-o! Hey there, are you feeling lucky? Because it looks like you've stumbled upon a pretty adorable little guy! I'm Bingo, a little fella who's ready to play the game and hopefully come out a winner! I've got my whole life ahead of me, and I am searching for a special someone to share it with. I'm still learning how this big world works, but I have a feeling it's going to be a whole lot more fun with a best friend by my side. I'm not asking for much - just a lifetime of adventures, a little guidance, and for someone who believes I am the grand prize. Best Qualities: A little heartthrob with a winning smile. Young, curious, and ready for life's adventures. Perfectly sized to be your favorite little sidekick. An adorable face that's practically impossible to resist. A lifetime of love just waiting to be shared! Ideal Match: My ideal match will be someone who understands that the best things in life require a little patience and a whole lot of love. Since I'm still a young pup, I'm going to need a family who's excited for puppy training and to show me how to become a prized companion. Deal Breakers: No one-and-done players, please! I'm looking for a lifetime commitment, not just a lucky streak. I'm still learning the rules of the game, so patience, consistency, and plenty of positive reinforcement are a must. If you're expecting a perfectly trained puppy right out of the gate, you'll need to keep playing! Fun Fact: Eyes on the prize, ladies and gentlemen. And yes, the prize is ME.

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Berry

Chihuahua

Female, 7 mos

Uxbridge, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Berry **Not Available to Be Seen Until Open House on Wednesday 10/21** Good with Kids & Dogs! 7 mos/8 lb./Female/Chihuahua Mix Name: Berry Age: 7 months Weight: 8 lbs Breed: Chihuahua Mix Status: Sweet as a berry, cute as a button and looking for someone to love be bunches! About Me: Hi, I'm Berry! Life's a whole lot sweeter with a little Berry in it, don't you think? I'm a fun-sized little lady with a big future ahead of me, and I'm searching for someone to share it with! At just 7 months old, I'm in that exciting stage of life where every day brings something new to discover. I'm ready to make memories, learn a few things along the way, and find my very own happily ever after. I may only weigh 8 pounds, but I've got a whole lifetime of love to give! So, what do you say? Ready to add a little sweetness to your life? Best Qualities: Tiny, adorable, and impossible to ignore! Young and ready to learn all the good-girl basics. A perfect little sidekick at just 8 pounds. Alert, expressive, and full of potential. Rocking a seriously adorable set of ears! A sweet little face with a whole lot of charm! Ideal Match: I'm searching for someone who believes the sweetest things come in the smallest packages. My dream match has a big heart, lots of patience and plenty of time to help me blossom into a fine young lady. I'd love someone who enjoys life's little pleasures, from fun little outings to cozy snuggles on the couch. Someone who will teach me the ropes, celebrate my milestones, and make me their favorite little sidekick! Deal Breakers: No sour grapes, please! I'm still a puppy, so I'll need someone who understands that learning takes time, accidents happen, and good manners do not miraculously appear overnight. I'm looking for a forever commitment, not just someone who falls for my adorable face! I'm looking for a special someone to call my best friend. Fun Fact: They say good things come in small packages. I prefer to think of myself as a limited-edition fruit-snack pack

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Boss

Chihuahua

Male, 8 mos

Uxbridge, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Boss **Not Available to Be Seen Until Open House on Wednesday 10/21** Good with Kids & Dogs! 8 mos/15 lb./Male/Chihuahua Mix Name: Boss Age: 8 months Weight: 15 lbs Breed: Chihuahua Mix Status: CEO of Cuteness. Now accepting applications for a permanent Personal Assistant, About Me: Hello, The name's Boss. And yes, I do expect to be treated like one! I'm a handsome little guy with a million dollar smile, lots of puppy charm and a name that speaks for itself. I'm the perfect size to be your right-hand man without taking one the entire couch (although I make no promises!) I'm still young, so I still have lots to learn and a lifetime of memories to be made, Best Qualities: A smile that could close any business deal! Compact, charming, and ridiculously photogenic. Young, enthusiastic, and ready for my next big adventure. Naturally gifted at making a memorable first impression. Those ears? They're always tuned in to important business! Ideal Match: I'm searching for a fun-loving human who's ready to take on the exciting job of of raising a young pup. Someone who can balance playtime, patience and positive training while helping me become a well-rounded, distinguished little gentleman. Deal Breakers: I'm not interested in a temporary position, or a home that expects me to know all the rules on the first day. I'm still learning, so I will need consistency, guidance and someone willing to invest in my future. Oh, and just because my name is Boss, doesn't mean I should actually run the household! Fun Fact: My resume is pretty impressive for a pup who's never worked a day in his life. Current skills & qualifications include looking adorable, supervising absolutely everything and being ridiculously under qualified for the title of Boss!

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Banjo

Chihuahua

Male, 11 mos

Uxbridge, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Banjo **Not Available to Be Seen Until Open House on Wednesday 10/21** Good with Kids & Dogs! 11 mos/7 lb./Male/Chihuahua Mix Name: Banjo Age: 11 months Weight: 7 lbs Breed: Chihuahua Mix Status: Single and ready to pick the strings of someone's heart! About Me: Howdy! I'm Banjo, a fun-size little fella looking to make some sweet music with my forever family! I may not take up too much room on your couch, but I'm hoping to take up a whole LOT of room in your heart! I've still got plenty to learn, places to explore and memories to make. I'm not looking got fame, fortune or a record deal - just someone special who will cherish the time we spend together! Best Qualities: Seven pounds of pint-sized charm! Young, curious, and ready for life's next chapter. Perfectly portable for little adventures. A face that could inspire a thousand love songs. Ears that never miss a beat! Guaranteed to add a little extra joy to your everyday routine. Ideal Match: I'm looking for a partner who appreciates the little things in life - especially little dogs like me! My Pawfect person is someone who enjoys a balance of fun adventures and relaxing downtime, and who's excited to help a young pup learning the ropes. I'd love someone who will include me in their everyday life and give me plenty of opportuntueieg to explore and grow into the best little companion I can be. You bring the love and patience, and I'll bring.. me! Deal Breakers: No one-hit wonders, please! I'm looking for the forever kind of love, not a temporary gig. I'm still a young pup, so I'll need consistency, guidance an plant of attention. Don't let my tiny size fool you - I'm a real dog with real needs, not just an adorable accessory, Fun Fact: II don't actually play the banjo, but I've been told I'm pretty good at pulling heartstrings.

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Shelters & rescues in Massachusetts

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Save-A-Heartbeat Kitty Rescue

Revere, MA 02151

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Westie Rescue Of New England

2 Brigham street, East Boston, MA 02128

Pet Types: dogs

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Gals Best Pal

Saugus, MA 01906

Pet Types: dogs

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The Massachusetts Progressive Animal Watchdog Society, Inc.

P.O. Box 520136, Winthrop, MA 02152

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Last Hope K9 Rescue

71 Commercial St, #184, Boston, MA 02113

Pet Types: dogs

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New England English Springer Spaniel Rescue, Inc.

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

Pet Types: dogs

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Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Souls of Satos - Boston, MA Foster

BOSTON, MA 02114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Kitty Connection

Medford, MA 02155

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Alliance For Animals

232 Silver Street, South Boston, MA 02127

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

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

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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