Animal Rescue League of Boston

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08/13/2025

Our Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center welcomed 10 beagles into our care today, rescued from an overcrowded situation in northwestern Massachusetts. Animals coming from overcrowding often face serious health and behavioral challenges. Over the coming days and weeks, these sweet beagles will need dedicated, compassionate care to help them heal and thrive.

You can help support their recovery—please consider making a donation today directly through this post or at https://arl.boston/support-beagle-rescue.

PLEASE NOTE: These dogs are not currently available for adoption. Please refrain from calling to inquire about them as these calls quickly overwhelm our phone lines and interrupt our animal care operations. We will update as they become ready to find their new homes. Thank you!

Today, ARL is preparing to welcome 6-10 beagle mixes from an overcrowding situation in northwestern Massachusetts—part o...
08/12/2025

Today, ARL is preparing to welcome 6-10 beagle mixes from an overcrowding situation in northwestern Massachusetts—part of a large, collaborative rescue to remove 30+ dogs who were living together in one home.

A sudden influx of animals like this means our resources are pushed to the absolute limit — and they need your help! Support these pups today and give them their best chance to recover by donating to https://arl.boston/support-beagle-rescue.
Image description: an ARL staff member putting crates in vehicle to prepare for animal transportation.

Marigold was one of 81 ARL animals who found new homes last week! 🐾❤️ This young mom had already weathered some storms...
08/11/2025

Marigold was one of 81 ARL animals who found new homes last week! 🐾❤️ This young mom had already weathered some storms in her short life when she arrived at ARL in March. Soon after, she tested positive for heartworm disease and spent the past few months receiving treatment. Now in recovery, Marigold was ready to blossom in a loving home — and we were thrilled to see her chosen by her new family over the weekend!

During the month of August, ARL is reducing fees for large dogs like Marigold (50+ lbs) by $100 and waiving fees for all small animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils). Visit https://arl.boston/ClearTheShelters to learn more and help us Clear the Shelters!
Image description: a black and white dog sitting her her new adopters

We had another great day at Patriots Training Camp! Thank you to the Patriots, New England Patriots Foundation, and the ...
08/10/2025

We had another great day at Patriots Training Camp! Thank you to the Patriots, New England Patriots Foundation, and the Kraft Family for having us back and continuing to help animals find loving homes 🏈🐾❤️

And a special thank you to Polkadog for providing treats for our table to celebrate ! Looking for a pup of your own to spoil everyday? Help ARL Clear the Shelters! Marlena, and other large dogs (50+ lbs) like her, have $100 off their adoption fees for the entire month of August. Meet our available pups by visiting https://arl.boston/adopt.
Image description: a white and tan dog lying down with football gear and toys

Meet Molasses—Mo to his friends! This long-haired, handsome guy has been with us for a while, thanks to arriving with ...
08/10/2025

Meet Molasses—Mo to his friends!

This long-haired, handsome guy has been with us for a while, thanks to arriving with a wound of unknown origin. And while we wouldn’t mind keeping this sweetheart around forever, we think he deserves to find a place to call his own. Mo may be on the smaller side, but he’s got big energy when it comes to playtime—especially with his feline friends! And when the wrestling winds down, he turns into a total snuggle bug with his humans. He loves to be brushed and petted, and when he’s in the mood, he’ll even curl up in our laps. He’s healing up like a champ after some major dental work, and we’re helping him shine one spa day at a time. If you’re ready to add a little sugar to your life, Mo is your guy. Come meet him tomorrow between 1:00-6:00pm at our Dedham Animal Care & Adoption Center (55 Anna’s Pl).
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This spring, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) partnered with Hill's Pet Nutrition to explore the growing barrier...
08/08/2025

This spring, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) partnered with Hill's Pet Nutrition to explore the growing barriers to pet adoption and fostering. As part of this collaboration, ARL’s President & CEO, Dr. Edward Schettino, DVM, PhD, MBA, CAWA, contributed to the newly released 2025 Hill’s State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report.

The report offers key insights into the evolving challenges and trends shaping pet adoption nationwide. Read the full report at https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-report

Thinking about adopting? Help us “Clear the Shelters” this August with fee-waived and reduced-cost adoptions all month long! ❤️🏠
Image Description: Dr. Edward Schettino kneels beside a large black dog on a blue background. A quote explains that large dogs face longer shelter stays due to housing, breed, and insurance restrictions. Logos for Hill’s and the Animal Rescue League of Boston are included.

A big high-paw to Sun Life in Wellesley, who recently donated some much needed items to our Dedham Animal Care & Adopt...
08/08/2025

A big high-paw to Sun Life in Wellesley, who recently donated some much needed items to our Dedham Animal Care & Adoption Center! Our shelter animals were so thankful ❤️🐾
Image description: a tan and black puppy sitting with donations

Meet Panda—she has big ears, a bright smile, and boundless enthusiasm! 🐼🐾 This 2-year-old sweet girl is equal parts go...
08/06/2025

Meet Panda—she has big ears, a bright smile, and boundless enthusiasm! 🐼🐾 This 2-year-old sweet girl is equal parts goofy and affectionate. She lives for long walks and loves a good cuddle. Like her bear counterpart, Panda has a solitary nature and would prefer to be the only pup in her new home. But she’s ready to shower the people in her life with lots of love! Could that be you? Come meet Panda tomorrow between 1:00-6:00pm at our Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center (10 Chandler St).

All month long, you can help ARL “Clear the Shelters”! For the entire month of August, all large dogs (50+ lbs) have $100 off their adoption fees, and all small animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils) are fee-waived. Meet our available adoptables by visiting https://arl.boston/adopt.
Image description: two photos of a black and white dog outside

Join the ARL and our friends at the Provincetown Arts Society and Provincetown Art Association and Museum for our third ...
08/05/2025

Join the ARL and our friends at the Provincetown Arts Society and Provincetown Art Association and Museum for our third annual No Greater Love event at the Mary Heaton Vorse House in Provincetown.

Tickets are available for purchase at http://arl.boston/no-greater-love. Grab yours today before they sell out!e

As we say goodbye to July, we’re celebrating the 366 ARL animals who said hello to their new homes last month! Now, wi...
08/04/2025

As we say goodbye to July, we’re celebrating the 366 ARL animals who said hello to their new homes last month! Now, with August comes Clear the Shelters — and even more adorable adoptables looking for their perfect place ❤️

Remi stopped by The Hub Today last week to help kick off the campaign. She stole the hearts of staff and viewers before stealing those of her new family! All large dogs (50+ lbs), like Remi, have $100 off their adoption fees for the entire month of August. Meet our available pups by visiting https://arl.boston/adopt.
Image description: first photo is of a black dog at NBC studios and the second photo is of the dog with her new family.

Meet the marvelous miss Mazel! 💜Have you been searching for the perfect pup? Mazel ticks all the boxes — she's quiet, sh...
08/03/2025

Meet the marvelous miss Mazel! 💜

Have you been searching for the perfect pup? Mazel ticks all the boxes — she's quiet, she has lived with other dogs before, a great walker, extremely smart and food-driven (she’ll be a great student for continued training!), fully potty trained, and absolutely loves attention. Her idea of a perfect day is to snuggle up, play some fetch, and take a nap. If Mazel sounds like the cuddly couch potato you’ve been waiting for, come meet her tomorrow between 1:00-6:00pm at our Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center (10 Chandler St).
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It’s that time of year again to help ARL Clear the Shelters! 🐾 For the entire month of August, all three ARL Animal Care...
08/01/2025

It’s that time of year again to help ARL Clear the Shelters! 🐾 For the entire month of August, all three ARL Animal Care & Adoption Centers will have waived adoption fees for small animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils), like Quinn, and $100 off for large dogs (50+ lbs.) Visit us in Boston, Brewster, or Dedham to meet our available adoptables today!

Learn more at http://arl.boston/clear-the-shelters.
Image description: a white rabbit with a Clear the Shelters logo

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