Finding a dog to adopt in Massachusetts is easy.
There is no shortage of dogs in Massachusetts looking for good homes through adoption. By adopting a dog from a local animal shelter or private rescue center, you are helping to save a life. Within the state are several county- or city-run animal shelters and private non-profit rescues. At both shelters and rescues, you can find mixed-breed and purebred dogs of all ages. One of them is likely to be right for you and your family.
Instructions
1. Contact a rescue or shelter that takes in dogs. Find one on the Massachusetts Approved Shelter and Rescue Organizations list. These organizations are registered with the state to "operate adoption programs within Massachusetts or adopt animals into Massachusetts from other states."
2. Search the RightPet.com database for animal shelters and rescues. Search by entering the state of Massachusetts or your ZIP code. If you are looking for a particular breed rescue, choose a breed from the drop-down menu.
3. Search PetFinder.com to see a list of individual dogs waiting for adoption. On the Search for a Pet feature choose "dog" under the animal menu and enter Massachusetts in the location box. Entering a breed is optional.
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