New England Puppy Rescue

03/02/2025

We're living in a world where some puppies lack a voice, a chance, or even a happy memory. At New England Puppy Rescue, we are here to change that! 🐶

At the heart of our dedication lies a focus on under-aged and orphaned puppies; where we employ our comprehensive young puppy protocol to ensure their health, well-being, and socialization for a successful start in new homes.

If you're interested in volunteering to help with our rescue puppies, comment PUPPY for the link to volunteer! ❤️

02/28/2025

Our puppy-raiser River, a true legend. ❤️

02/27/2025

No matter what time of year you adopt, you are always going to have to deal with New England winters. Let that sink in. ❄️

Make a difference today. Comment WINTER to change a life!

02/26/2025

If you swiped to the end, here's how you can complete that final step:

Join us for our Puppy Love & Rescue: Foster & Volunteer Open House this Friday, February 28th!

🐾 You’ll meet our team, connect with experienced foster homes, and learn how you can make a life-saving impact.

🐾 This event is invite-only. To receive an invitation, you must have an approved Foster application on file with us or receive a private invite.

🚨 Important Note: No children under 12, please.

👉 Ready to open your home to a pup in need? Comment FOSTER to apply today and join us for an evening of rescue, community, and, of course, puppy love. 🥰

02/23/2025

Research shows that having a puppy improves heart health!

👉 We 100% will believe anything this researcher says! 😍

No but actually, in honor of February being , we thought it might be fun to highlight a few of the ways that puppies can benefit our heart health:

❤️ Reduced Stress and Anxiety: Spending time with puppies can lower your levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) and increase the production of oxytocin (the "feel-good" hormone). Lower stress levels can help reduce the risk of heart disease, as chronic stress is linked to high blood pressure and heart issues.

❤️ Increased Physical Activity: Puppies need exercise, and taking them for walks or playing with them encourages owners to be more active. Regular physical activity, even moderate exercise like walking, is known to improve heart health by boosting circulation, lowering blood pressure, and maintaining a healthy weight.

❤️ Lower Blood Pressure: Studies have shown that petting a dog, including a puppy, can lower blood pressure and heart rate. The calming effect of cuddling or playing with a puppy helps people feel relaxed and can improve overall cardiovascular health.

In case you needed ANOTHER reason to love puppies, you're welcome! 😉

02/22/2025

What other red flags have you seen when working with other rescues? 🚩

We wanna hear 'em! 👇

02/21/2025

📣 Calling all dog lovers!

Join us for our Puppy Love & Rescue: Foster & Volunteer Open House on Friday, February 28th!

🐾 You’ll meet our team, connect with experienced foster homes, and learn how you can make a life-saving impact.

🐾 This event is invite-only. To receive an invitation, you must have a Foster Application submitted with us or receive a private invite.

*We will be sending those invites out over the weekend!*

🚨 Important Note: No children under 12, please.

👉 Ready to open your home to a pup in need? Click on the link below to apply today and join us for an evening of rescue, community, and, of course, puppy love. 🥰

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejEMqVxZGyfT0_jwSyAmDbj4tDFHXoa81pdYdoI19L1dTgrg/viewform

02/19/2025

🚨 PSA for everyone out there looking to adopt a puppy:

⭐️ DO THE RESEARCH ON YOUR RESCUE! ⭐️

A reputable rescue should be charging you an adoption fee because THEY are doing the work to ensure your puppy is not only HEALTHY but also a GOOD FIT for you before you adopt!
..mic drop 🎤

02/17/2025

In case someone hasn't told you today, you're doing great! 🫶

Send this adorable rescue puppy to someone you LOVE to make their Monday a little brighter! 🤗

02/16/2025

Abandoned puppies need SO MUCH extra TLC, so that's where our Orphan Puppy Program comes in! ❤️⬇️

➡️ A huge part of our Orphan Puppy Program is ensuring that these abandoned puppies who are six weeks and under are exposed important socialization that they need to THRIVE!

➡️ At around 3 weeks old, we expose them to Early Neurological Stimulation which is a series of exercises to stimulate all of their senses.

➡️ We put the puppies in different positions, lay them on their backs, and even hold them upside down for 2-5 seconds.

➡️ We even have a stimulation room which has obstacles for the puppies to climb into, go under, walk on top of, slippery surfaces, and items that make sounds so they get used to all different types of stimuli.

➡️ We prioritize early but balanced socialization through positive interactions with people and friendly adult dogs. This puts them through mild stressors to make them more CONFIDENT going forward!

By the time these babies graduate, they are the most sound and confident puppies that we adopt out because of all the extra care and stimulation they've had! 🐶

Got questions on our Orphan Puppy Program? Drop them below! 😊

02/16/2025

Rescue is more than just love—it’s medical care, compassion, and commitment. 🩺

Every pup we save gets the full dedicated vet care they need for a happy, healthy life including vaccinations, check-ups, health examinations, and of course, the LOVE they deserve! ❤️

02/13/2025

Now that you're ready to adopt...

Check out the link to our Adoption Application below! 🤗
https://www.newenglandpuppyrescue.com/adopt.html

02/11/2025

Tap to clean the puppy 👉

This is just ONE SMALL PART of what we do.

If you want to support our cause and get involved, check out the link below! 💙
https://www.newenglandpuppyrescue.com/get-involved.html

02/10/2025

FOSTERING = SAVING LIVES 🐾

If you wanna learn more on fostering with us, visit the link below!
https://www.newenglandpuppyrescue.com/get-involved.html

02/05/2025

Meet our Valentine’s Crew! ❤️

It’s amazing what just 12 days can do! Swipe to see how much these little lovebugs have grown!

💘 Cupid - M
💝 Romeo - M
💌 Valentine - F

Breed(s): Pitbull, possibly with a side of American Bulldog

These three came into our Orphan Puppy Program just three weeks ago at 3.5 weeks old, and they’ve been unstoppable ever since! Their resilience, social nature, and problem-solving skills have made them shine, proving just how much early socialization sets puppies up for success. They are well on their way to becoming the most incredible companions!

They will be adoptable starting Valentine’s Day weekend (2/15), and we have a special treat coming next week for anyone looking for a little extra puppy love!

💋Want to meet them? Stay updated on events—subscribe to our email list (link in bio)!
🏡 Thinking about adopting? Get pre-approved now—apply at the link in our bio!

Things We Do in Our Orphan Program:

• Early Socialization & Exposure – Positive interactions with people, new elements, and different environments.

• Building Confidence – Exposure to stairs, uneven ground, slippery surfaces, and interactive feeding challenges.

• Handling & Husbandry – Gentle touch on paws, ears, and mouth to prepare for vet visits and grooming.

• Independence & Self-Regulation – Time away from littermates, independent play, and learning to explore challenges without human intervention.

• Proper Rest & Boundaries – Plenty of sleep, a designated human-free rest zone, and no touching while sleeping.

• Emotional & Behavioral Development – Learning hands are not for biting, settling in a pen, and experiencing safe conflict resolution with littermates.

• Comfort & Body Awareness – Getting comfortable on their back and desensitizing to loud noises.

• Balanced Human Interaction – Handling without over-holding to foster independence.

01/22/2025

Meet the Holiday Litter!

These sweet babies have a story as magical as the season they were saved. Abandoned right before Christmas, they faced the shelter alone—until our volunteers stepped in. On Christmas Eve, they left the shelter behind and were welcomed into a warm, loving foster home.

Since then, they’ve been thriving with socialization, love, and playtime. Now, they’re ready to find their forever families!

About them:
* Other dogs? Yes, please!
* People? Love them!
* A warm lap? Even better!
* Happy, snuggly and sweet? Triple yes!

Watching these puppies play, explore, and love life makes all the hard work worth it. These Shepherd/Lab mixes are the perfect addition to any family looking to expand.

Meet the litter:
🌿 Mistletoe (M)
🔔 Jingle (M)
✨ Jangle (M)
 ❣️Candy Cane (F)

Ready to bring one of these joyful pups home? Apply today!

10/09/2024

🎨 Our little artists have arrived, ready to paint your heart with love and joy! 🖌️

With Petfinder being down intermittently (thanks a lot, Purina 🙄), we’re giving these adorable puppies the spotlight they deserve right here and hoping you will share to get them out there!

🐾 Meet the boys:

Michelangelo
Henri Matisse
Salvador Dalí
Leonardo- Adoption Pending

🐾 Meet the girls:

Monet- Adoption Pending
Mary Cassatt
Jenny Saville- Adoption Pending
Georgia O’Keeffe
Frida Kahlo- Adoption Pending
Cecelia Brown- Adoption Pending
Andy (Andi) Warhol

We’re still (impatiently) waiting for their DNA results—come on, Embark—but here’s what we do know: they’re likely to be midsize, about 30ish pounds full-grown. Paperwork says Border Collie, Beagle, Boston Terrier, and Jack Russell, but we just call them the most adorable mix yet.

Come meet them this weekend at our Coffee & Puppies Event Saturday morning!

These little ones are happy, outgoing, and ready to light up your life. Don’t miss them in our latest reels! A family is going to be so lucky to welcome one of these cuties.

02/02/2024

We are very proud when our Orphan Puppy Program and our puppy raiser are featured in articles online. We are thankful to be a beacon of hope for so many.

Orphaned dogs meet a new role model, and it's an experience filled with hope. See the incredible story of a puppy raiser and his impact on these precious pups' lives.