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Puppies and dogs in Boston, Massachusetts

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

Elinor

German Shepherd Dog Chow Chow

Female, Adult

Cambridge, MA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

My husband and I adopted linor, a ~7 week old German / chow chow/pitt/cattle dog 5 years ago. What we were told is that she and her sister were found on side of road. From puppyhood, Elinor has been very anxious. She has had multiple rounds of training & is e collar trained. She is afraid of new people and reactive to dogs. She gets nervous if it’s cold outside and will refuse to go out. She gets shaking panic attacks over very small things. She spends a lot of time hiding in closets. She is a sweetheart with all people she knows. She nipped someone when she was a puppy, has not bitten since. However, we know how to manager her and she gets no opportunities to bite. She doesn’t meet strangers or new dogs without muzzle. Once she gets used to a person we take muzzle off. We’ve learned a lot about how to care for her and she has a loving home that is safe for her and for us/our guests. She is becoming harder however for us to care for well with two kids. We love her.

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Peggy

Mutt

Female, Adult

Somerville, MA

Size

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

Details

Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Peggy is a 9 year old basset hound mix. She has a great personality and loves humans. She is a little iffy with other dogs especially dogs bigger than her. She is missing a hind leg but that does nothing to hinder her. Although she is about to turn 9 she has puppy energy and loves to play and run around. She is house trained and is extremely food motivated. She has had no health issues thus far. She is spayed and microchipped. I think she would do well in a home with mostly adults, she has not had experiences with babies or cats.

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Tootie

Foxhound

Female, Young

Medford, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Hi! I'm Tootie, a 1.5-year-old female hound mix. I'm about 43 pounds and am up to date on all my vaccinations. I am playful and affectionate. I love giving kisses to everyone I meet! I'm great with dogs and love going to the dog park and daycare. I'd love to have another dog to play with me in my new house, but would be fine alone as long as you're around to play with me. My previous family loved me very much, but unfortunately I didn't get along well with their kitten. As a hound, I'm very prey-driven and like to chase cats and small animals. They're heartbroken to see me go but know I deserve a home where I can be my happy-go-lucky self! I hope it won't be long before I find my forever family. I'm available through Kitty Connection in Medford.

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Kronos

Black Mouth Cur Mountain Cur

Male, Young

Medford, MA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

My name is Kronos and I am a 2 1/2 year-old black nose/mountain Curr male. I’m a very friendly and happy-go-lucky guy when I’m comfortable in my surroundings. I have a great time playing with other dogs in the doggie park. I am a lovable and affectionate dog to my people and protective of them as well. I love their love and affection, I love going out on walks and being involved in outside activities. I’m a little overweight, so I need to get a lot more outside activity into my schedule. My dad just doesn’t have the time anymore to give me the activity and time that I need. I love to go on car rides because I am timid, meeting new people I am best with a dog experienced individual. I am available through Kitty Connection in Medford.

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Major

American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Young

Medford, MA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Major is a handsome, 20 month old Pitbull mix. We adopted him at 13 weeks old. Major loves people and has never shown any aggression. He loves being with his people. He currently gets two 20-30 min walks a day and enjoys running in the yard. He lets us know when he needs to go out for the bathroom. Since we got him I was diagnosed with multiple health issues. At 65 pounds he's become too much for me to handle. He is highly trainable and will do anything for a treat! He loves chewing on bones. He knows several commands, sit, stay, down, wait, leave it, drop it, get in your bed, etc. Despite his youthful energy during the day, by 6pm he is asleep for the night. He is house trained and crate trained.

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Kylo

Cockapoo

Male, Adult

Medford, MA

Size

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

Details

Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I got Kylo Jan 2020 while I was living in WA, so he is a COVID dog. He was from a breeder up in Idaho. His birthday is Nov. 13, 2019, so he just turned 5. I would describe Kylo as a very loyal, protective and vocal dog. He loves his cuddles! He's been an apartment dog since I got him, so he doesn't require tons of exercise and i partially think he prefers it that way He is crate trained and is fairly well housetrained. There are two sides of Kylo: 1) the side where you have no idea where he is because he's quiet and 2) the side where he barks and is quite loud. Most of the time you have no idea he is home, and he doesn't require much attention, but when he hears random noises that are unfamiliar to him, he will make his presence known by barking He really is sweet and has a good heart but he is very vocal at times. When he meets new people or dogs, he will be very hesitant at first and bark but once you've made the good list, he will protect you will his life and expect cuddles

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Dog shelters and rescues in Boston, Massachusetts

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

New England English Springer Spaniel Rescue, Inc.

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

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

A PLACE FOR ACE

Boston, MA 02116

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Animal Rescue League of Boston

10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116

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

Rescue

Last Hope K9 Rescue

71 Commercial St, #184, Boston, MA 02113

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Safe Harbor for Animals

2 Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Alliance For Animals

232 Silver Street, South Boston, MA 02127

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Westie Rescue Of New England

2 Brigham street, East Boston, MA 02128

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Poodle Rescue New England

PO Box 441447, Somerville, MA 02144

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

The Massachusetts Progressive Animal Watchdog Society, Inc.

P.O. Box 520136, Winthrop, MA 02152

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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

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Puppies and dogs in Boston, Massachusetts

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

Search for a puppy or dog

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dog shelters and rescues in Boston, Massachusetts

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

Looking for a specific breed?

Popular dog breeds

Popular dog breeds