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Puppies and dogs in Taunton, Massachusetts

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

Olde English Bulldogge American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
East Taunton, 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
UPDATE: Tried to make it work, but I have a progressive spinal cord issue so trying again (that’s why it says long timer). Freya is 4 years old. The Hard work is done, just enjoy loving this 50/50 Olde English Bulldogge and American Bully.!! She successfully graduated puppy training school, walks well on a leash, is crate trained, rings bells when she needs to go out to the bathroom, and is house broken. Responds to her name, can sit, stay, lay down, jump up, rolls over, and gives paw. She can be a calm couch potato but also loves to run and play fetch. Raised with kids and is great with people. Between work, 2 young rambunctious boys, & caring for a dog and now my health- it’s overwhelming. ✅ Freya doesn’t love other dogs (maybe with training) & gets super excited about cats, a single pet family is ideal. ✅ She would do best with a family who has kids 8+. ✅ Bonus if you have a home with a fenced in backyard. ✅ previous bully or big dog experience preferred but not required.
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Athena

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
Lakeville, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
We got Athie when she was 8wks old from a family member. We didn't really think to much about it. She was so cute so we wanted her. In the past 6 months we realized how much time and effort it takes to have a supper energized puppy. It's been really hard. We are a really busy on the go family and she needs lots of attention. She also needs a safe space to run and we don't have that. She's super lovable but full of energy. She needs a place she can feel free with lots of training and direction.
We'll also keep you updated on Peter's adoption status with email updates.
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Peter

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Rehoboth, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Would you just look at this gorgeous boy! If you’re in the market for a goofy, sweet, loving, friendly, adventurous lover then look no further! Peter is the complete package! He’s house trained, doesn’t mind a kennel, loves to ride in a vehicle and is good with other dogs. He walks good on a leash and is very smart. He is so loving and never meets a stranger. He’s about 60 pounds and is a lab mix 2-3 years old. He’s in foster care in Louisiana and has been waiting for a few months for his happily ever after story to come true. He’s neutered, fully vaccinated and on heartworm preventative. Help us find Peter his forever home. Adopt Today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTORoCzcVe8_f4NnKCiQIGyVDOFXX108Oyt3T-U_rIfaxj0g/viewform Adoption fee details: Puppies - Adults $620 without quarantine $775 if fostered in New England or adopted to MA or NH residents which require quarantine Adoption rates include transport from Alexandria, Louisiana to designated New England adopter pick up locations and NE foster homes using either Mighty Mutts Shipping, Pets LLC or CAFA Transport. Adoption fee breakdown: •Adoption Fee: $ 395.00 •Transportation Fee: $ 225.00 • •Quarantine fee applicable if adopted by MA/NH resident or quarantined prior to fostering $155.00 Medical details: All our dogs are altered (spayed or neutered), DHLPP, rabies, Bordetella, Heartworm tested with negative test results, microchipped, treated for parasites and on monthly heartworm and flea and tick prevention. A health certificate is issued by a licensed Louisiana veterinarian. They are also microchipped. Adoption details: In some instances, a meet and greet is not possible before adoption unless we have a foster home in New England available. Available for a Meeting confirms the dog is in a NE Foster home and available for a meeting in the city state provided. Most times our dogs get adopted before a foster home becomes available - and if so, they go straight to adopters home. Foster parents talk to adopters and feel confident that this will be a match before our dogs are transported up. Also if by some chance it is not a match we have a safety net in place as we ask that adopters to let us know that it is not a match and we direct you to take the dog to a foster home or boarding kennel once that is arranged. If necessary, we will ask you to foster the dog until a foster home can be arranged. Transport details: Mighty Mutts Shipping, Pets LLC (petsllc.net) or CAFA Transport will deliver our precious pups on commercial rescue animal transport to designated locations. The fee is 225.00 which IS INCLUDED in your adoption fee already. MA and NH RESIDENTS: If you are a Massachusetts or New Hampshire residence an additional fee of $155.00 will apply due to State quarantine fee requirements. If the dog is in a foster home in New England, this fee will be added in the adoption fee regardless of where the adopters home is located making the total adoption fee $775.00 for puppies and adults. This includes a 48 quarantine, recheck by a MA licensed veterinarian, and issued a MA health certificate. Visit all our available dogs & cats at www.cenlaallianceforanimals.com. We update and add dogs frequently. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4cenlaanimals/
We'll also keep you updated on Chase's adoption status with email updates.
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Chase

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Mountain Cur

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Rehoboth, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chase is an approximately 12 month old male Shepherd and Husky mix who weighs approximately 55 pounds as of 10/30/24. Chase was rescued from a gas station in Louisiana. Chase is quite literally the perfect puppy. He knows sit, walks on a leash, doesn't jump on you, walks right behind his foster family, is a great listener and loves all 7 of his foster family's dogs. Chase loves people and loves to snuggle. Chase does show a slight tendency to guard his food which leads his foster mom to think he went hungry for some time in his life. This behavior can be corrected with time and patience. Also he has shown way too much interest in chickens, so a home without them would be best. Chase is currently Heartworm negative and has been given Proheart 6 for prevention. Apply Today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTORoCzcVe8_f4NnKCiQIGyVDOFXX108Oyt3T-U_rIfaxj0g/viewform Adoption fee details: Puppies - Adults $620 without quarantined $775 if fostered in New England or adopted to MA or NH residents which require quarantine
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Oh Henry

Hound (Unknown Type) Beagle

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Rehoboth, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Adoption Application https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTORoCzcVe8_f4NnKCiQIGyVDOFXX108Oyt3T-U_rIfaxj0g/viewform Adoption fee breakdown: •Adoption Fee: $ 395.00 •Transportation Fee: $ 225.00 • •Quarantine fee applicable if adopted by MA/NH resident or quarantined prior to fostering $155.00 Medical details: All our dogs are altered (spayed or neutered), DHLPP, rabies, Bordetella, Heartworm tested with negative test results, microchipped, treated for parasites and on monthly heartworm and flea and tick prevention. A health certificate is issued by a licensed Louisiana veterinarian. They are also microchipped.
We'll also keep you updated on Ophelia's adoption status with email updates.
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Ophelia

Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Rehoboth, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This beauty has had my heart since day one! She has the sweetest demeanor and is so playful and there is so much love in those gorgeous eyes. Her name is Ophelia. She’s estimated to be a lab mix, that’s about 1 -2 years old. She’s a big baby at about 65 pounds but thinks she’s a lap baby. She’s fully vetted and spayed. Doing great potty training and walks well on a leash. She gets along well with all animals and all humans. She is being fostered in Louisiana, but I would love to do a FaceTime call for approved adopter. Please consider this stunning girl as an addition to your family. Adoption Fee: $620w. Transport Adoptions Breakdown Adoption Fee: $395 Transport Fee: $225 Additional quarantine Fee: $ 155 if MA or NH resident or fostered in those states Apply https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTORoCzcVe8_f4NnKCiQIGyVDOFXX108Oyt3T-U_rIfaxj0g/viewform

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Taunton Animal Shelter

821 W Water St, Taunton, MA 02780

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Paw-Affection Dachshund Rescue, Inc.

Taunton, MA 02780

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Nemasket Orphaned Animal Haven

Raynham, MA 02768

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Waiting Animals Getting Support

North Dighton, MA 02764

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New England 2nd Chance Rescue

29 S Washington Street, Norton, MA 02766

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Norton Animal Shelter

84 Hill St., Norton, MA 02766

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Rehoboth Animal Shelter

Rehoboth, MA 02769

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North Atlantic Westie Rescue, Inc.

Bridgewater, MA 02324

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Skyllers Dog and Cat Rescue

LAKEVILLE, MA 02347

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