Dogs for Adoption in Massachusetts, USA

Posted Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed. Miss Minnie is the sweetest, chunky, most cuddly little pocket pittie you will ever meet. She loves napping and snuggling with you on the couch. She is extremely chill and her favorite thing to do is find the softest spot to nap near you. She loves her humans and is happy to meet new people. When she isn't relaxing she likes to play fetch. Her life wasn't always so easy, she was very close to being euthanized at a full shelter before Rescue Road stepped in to save this sweet girl. Minnie would do well in any home but would be best in a home without cats (she is a little too interested in cats). She is great with dogs with proper intros. She can try to dominate a little bit first but is easily redirected with a squirt bottle or a stern voice. She pretty much ignores other dogs, she is basically a chill old lady. She is fine on the leash. Minnie deserves a great home. She has spent too long in the shelter and too long in boarding. She is ready for a furever home! Age: 4 years Weight: 46 pounds Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9/ Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!

Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed. More info coming soon! Age: 3.5 months Weight: 12 lbs. Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9. Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!

Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog (medium coat). A369595 - 9 months old - German Shepherd - Neutered male --- Hullo, friends! My name is Tate, and I''m a studly, social German Shepherd looking for a new home! I had a bit of a rough start in life, so I''m looking for an adult-only home with large dog experience that can keep up with my exercise, give me structure, and take me to training classes! I''m a big boy despite my age (and only some of it is chubbiness that I should trim down with exercise). I''ve learned a few skills in my short life thus far -- I''m a PRO at ''paw'' -- but I''ve also learned some naughty behaviors too, like jumping up and mouthing people when I play. Positive reinforcement obedience classes at the MSPCA are included in my adoption fee, and those will help me curb my enthusiasm and be the best dog I can be! I like other dogs, so I might be able to live with one if we meet first and get along. I''ve never met cats, though. I also have some hip issues that are pretty common for a guy of my size and breed, so talk to the staff about what you''ll need to do to help me manage that as I grow up! Do I sound like the perfect addition to your home? Come by and meet me today! **If you would like more information about this animal, you may call us at 617-522-5055 or email us at adoptionmspca. We receive a large number of inquiries daily and we do our best to respond to each inquiry as soon as possible! In the meantime, please feel free to stop by the adoption center to meet our animals during our open hours of Tuesday-Friday 1pm-5pm or weekends 12pm-4pm. You do not need an appointment. For more information on our adoption process, please visit .mspca/bostonadoptionprocess.

Posted Breed: Chihuahua / Terrier / Mixed (short coat). If you can't adopt me, would you consider sponsoring me? ​ WE DO NOT TAKE DEPOSITS OR HOLD DOGS FOR ANY REASON. Please use our automated phone system to answer your questions 978-422-8585 as staff is extremely limited and we don't always have time to answer the phones OR Email us at: staffsterlingshelter All of our adoptable animals’ behavioral and medical health has been carefully screened by our experienced Veterinary clinic/staff as well as our employees and with input from our volunteers who all work daily hands on with our animals. Our investment in our animals includes learning as much about their personalities so that we can help you find the perfect match for your home and lifestyle. Please check our website for updates- our pet profiles are updated multiple times daily. If the pet is NO LONGER on our site he/she has been adopted. Make sure you click on each pets' photo to confirm when they are available or to see if our shelter is running any ADOPTION SPECIALS OR DISCOUNTS . Our shelter periodically runs adoption specials to promote adoptions during certain times of the year or as a way to promote national shelter adoption events! Please note: We DO NOT hold, take deposits or reserve animals for ANY reason and do NOT allow gift or surprise adoptions – Our shelter is happy to have an open adoption philosophy - where we work with our potential adopters to make the adoption process pleasant & successful. We do not have invasive adoption requirements - such as home inspections, reference & background checks, take deposits, or promise to contact you AFTER you've met & bonded with a pet (our pets are ready to go home same day as long as their medical care is complete) as many shelters/rescues do. We believe our adopters have the best intentions when adopting a pet from our shelter. So, if you feel you will be a good home to an animal & that the animal will be valued by you & your family, then we want you to adopt from us! WE DO RESPECTFULLY REQUIRE potential adopters: · To have your entire family present when adopting - especially any / all children in the home. · If you have another dog/s you bring them as well - We have several areas for meet/greet introductions. · Adopters be 21+ years of age & provide proof of home ownership or a rental agreement stating pets are allowed. PLEASE UNDERSTAND & THIS IS FOR THE SAFETY OF YOUR FAMILY, YOUR CHILDREN, YOUR PET/S & OUR PETS Please note - our staff have been through countless training & behavior courses as well as temperament testing classes. We may pick up on behaviors upon introduction that indicate a specific pet/s in our shelter may not be a good fit for your family &/or resident dog/s. It is NOT uncommon to have potential adopters visit the shelter on more than one occasion before finding the perfect match. We DO generally receive puppies/dogs on a weekly basis...so if you don't find a match your 1st visit - don't be discouraged - we're sure you'll find that ideal match another time! So PLEASE RESPECT our staff & the difficult job we have - to help YOUR FAMILY make the best match possible & do what is in the BEST interest of OUR shelters' animals & your family/pets as well including following our shelters protocols set forth by our Board of Directors. WE SINCERELY FEEL - There is nothing more disappointing to YOUR FAMILY, to OUR STAFF & VOLUNTEERS & to the ANIMALS if an adoption does NOT work out & the pet is returned. Click here .sterlingshelter/pet-finder/pet-adoption to make sure you have everything necessary prior to adoption or visiting. Payment accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, ATM/debit cards. We DO NOT take checks or American Express. Information and Details for Puppies and Dog adoptions · Puppies and dogs coming to us through our transport programs $475 if paid by cash or $489.25 if paid credit/debit card · Adult Dogs 1+ years of age adoption fees range from $100-$475 (click on individual pictures for adoption fees). Your Adoption Fee Covers: · All animals are spayed or neutered 8 WEEKS of age before leaving the shelter (average cost: $400-$600) · All animals will receive one FREE post adoption PHYSICAL EXAM with a PATHWAY Animal Hospital (average cost: $60-$75) · All pets receive 30 days of FREE pet health insurance –($1500 value WITH $100 DEDUCTIBLE) you must provide a VALID email address to be eligible and click on the email to activate the insurance within 3 days! · All pets are micro-chipped (average cost $75) · All pets are given a physical exam by our staff veterinarian (average $75) · All cats leaving the shelter are Feline Leukemia/FIV tested (average cost: $75) · All dogs 6+ months or older are Heartworm (average cost $60-$75) · All animals will have shots up-to-date according to their age including: * Rabies 13+ weeks of age OR as determined by our vet (average cost: $30) * Distemper (average cost: $25+ PER vaccination) * Fecal tested & De-wormed (average cost: $50+) * Monthly flea/tick preventative applied (average cost $15-$25+) * Dogs/puppies monthly heartworm preventative given (average cost $15+) * Cats flea and/or tick monthly preventative applied (average cost $10-$15+) * Any other necessary medical care provided. · Dogs/Puppies leash and collar (average cost: $20+) & personalized engraved ID TAG (average cost: $15) · Cats will be provided with a cardboard cat carrier (average cost: $10) · All pets will receive a free bag of Hill’s Science Diet food ($12 – $15 value) Training your new Puppy/Dog? We HIGHLY RECOMMEND crate training …by crate training you keep your dog/puppy safe, increase speed of housebreaking and avoid all your valuables from being chewed and/or destroyed. Click here to learn more about WHY you should crate train-Each crate comes complete with a dual latching door to safely secure pets. Folds for effortless storage or travel. Includes a slide-out floor tray and a removable divider panel. Our shelter has inexpensive puppy/dog starter kits and 100% of the purchase supports the shelter pets! All crates come with the important divider panel (many crates you can find at pet supply stores DO NOT include these panels). The panel allows you to purchase ONE crate for the entire life of the pet and you don’t need to keep buying bigger crates as the pet grows. This saves A LOT of money!!!! Pups / Dogs Crate KIT up to 40 lbs - $150 comes w/ a Small Crate (30"L x 19"W x 22"H) & Small fleece bed PLUS any 4 "side" items below · Nature's Miracle stain and odor remover OR · (2) two-quart stainless steel bowls OR · Bitter apple - chew deterrent · (2 ) bags of training treats OR · Shampoo - scent of choice OR · Aller-pet (for pet owners with SLIGHT pet allergies) OR · Any (3) of our $7 toys OR · Harness for walking OR · Training Your Adopted Dog DVD · Extra bag of dog food OR · Extra engraved ID tag – having a back up is critical if the 1st gets chewed up!! or purchase ONLY the crate with divider panel individually without package for $75 Pups / Dogs Crate Kit 40 - 70 lbs - $175 comes w/ Medium Crate (36"L x 22 1/2"W x 25"H) & a Medium fleece bed PLUS any 4 "side" items below · Nature's Miracle stain and odor remover OR · (2) two-quart stainless steel bowls OR · Bitter apple - chew deterrent · (2 ) bags of training treats OR · Shampoo - scent of choice OR · Aller-pet (for pet owners with SLIGHT pet allergies) OR · Any (3) of our $7 toys OR · Harness for walking OR · Training Your Adopted Dog DVD · Extra bag of dog food OR · Extra engraved ID tag – having a back up is critical if the 1st gets chewed up!! or purchase ONLY the crate with divider panel individually without package for $95 Pups / Dogs Crate Kit 70-90 lbs - $200 comes w/ Large Crate (42"L x 28"W x 31"H) & a Large fleece bed PLUS any 4 "side" items below · Nature's Miracle stain and odor remover OR · (2) two-quart stainless steel bowls OR · Bitter apple - chew deterrent · (2 ) bags of training treats OR · Shampoo - scent of choice OR · Aller-pet (for pet owners with SLIGHT pet allergies) OR · Any (3) of our $7 toys OR · Harness for walking OR · Training Your Adopted Dog DVD · Extra bag of dog food OR · Extra engraved ID tag – having a back up is critical if the 1st gets chewed up!! or purchase ONLY the crate with divider panel individually without package for $115 Back to SterlingShelter

Posted Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed. More info coming soon! Age: 1.5 years Weight: 40 lbs. Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9. Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!

Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed. More info coming soon! Age: 3.5 months Weight: 12 lbs. Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9. Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!

Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed. More information coming soon! Age: 3.5 months Weight: 12 lbs. Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9/ Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!

Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed. More info coming soon! Age: 3.5 months Weight: 10 lbs. Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9. Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!

Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed. More info coming soon! Age: 3.5 months Weight: 10 lbs. Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9. Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!

Posted Breed: Beagle / Mixed. More info coming soon! Age: 3.5 months Weight: 12 lbs. Please Note: All dogs are posted until they are officially adopted. This dog may have other interested adopters in line. If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at .lasthopek9. Questions? Please email adoptionslasthopek9. For more photos, or information on upcoming adoption events where you can meet her, please go to .lasthopek9 or go to our Facebook page. Thank you for your interest in saving a life!