Our fee-waived weekend for all small animals is happening now! Come by any of our three locations through Sunday, 6/16, to meet the smallest of our ARL animals looking for their new homes. Please note, that although adoption fees will be waived for these animals, our standard adoption process will still be in place and we require a photo of the animal’s enclosure before adoption can be finalized.
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#RabbitRabbit Meet Cricket & Cinnamon! These sweet ladies are a bonded pair of Mini Lops. They are both extremely friendly and are looking for a family to share all their love with. If that could be you, come meet them today between 1:00-6:00pm at The Tom Kingman Memorial Campus Cape Cod Animal Care & Adoption Center (3981 Main St, Brewster).
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#SeniorSunday Meet Mary Jane!
This lovely lady may be 14-years-old, but she is young at heart. Mary Jane adores attention and has no issue demanding it. She's a champion head-butter who enjoys sitting on laps and getting pets; she’s even friendly at the vet's office. In her previous home, Mary Jane would become rambunctious and over-stimulated at night, so she is looking for an experienced cat owner who's up for providing her with lots of playtime and space to run around. Mary Jane would love to be your one and only! Come meet her this week at our Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center (10 Chandler St).
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Keep Pets F.E.D. (Full Every Day)! The need is greater than ever - help fight pet hunger and help us meet our goal of 7,500 lbs of pet food by purchasing through our Amazon wish list or Chewy list. Unopened, unexpired, shelf-stable pet food may also be dropped off at any of our three locations in Boston, Dedham, or Brewster (Cape Cod), Wednesday through Sunday, from 1:00pm to 6:00pm.
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Bringing home a new puppy this spring? Sign-up for one of our dog training courses at https://arl.boston/dog-training. Receive a 10% discount now until May when you use the code SPRING.
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Meet Pearl 🦪
It’s said that one must have immense patience to wait for a pearl to be ready, and the same can be said about this gem of a cat. But once you break through her hard, protective shell, she is sweet and affectionate in her own special way. Before coming to ARL, Pearl was living alone in an attic and as a result she is quite shy. This sweet lady is looking for a home that will allow her the time and space she needs to settle into her new surroundings. Pearl spent some time in foster and her foster mom reported that when she’s really relaxed she’ll play with her string toys and even eat Churu right off your fingers! If you’re looking for a cat as unique as its namesake, then come meet Pearl tomorrow between 1:00-6:00pm at our Dedham Animal Care & Adoption Center (55 Anna’s Pl).
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Wow! 20,964 animals were helped last year because of you!
This includes:
🐾 250,204 meals provided to pets in the community
🐾 4,652 low-cost spay/neuter surgeries
🐾3,173 animals adopted
🐾1,926 animals helped in law enforcement cases
A round of a-paws for our community that does so much good together! Read the full report at
https://arl.boston/2023-Impact-Report.
**Update: adopted!!** #RabbitRabbit Meet Archie! This 2-year-old English lop is the last bunny across our three locations waiting to hop into his new home. He has adorably floppy ears, loves to get pets, and will never deny a nice crunchy green. Let’s start off the month by finding this boy a home! Come meet Archie this week during our open hours at our Brewster Animal Care & Adoption Center (3981 Main St).
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**Update: adopted!!** It’s #AdoptARescuedRabbitMonth— which means it is the perfect time to find Jack a home! This sweet and social boy loves to free roam and explore any chance he gets. He enjoys head and behind the ear pets and is looking for an affectionate and attentive owner. Although he has not mastered the litter box, he is very good at not going to the bathroom outside of his pen when hopping around. He is his happiest when snacking on strawberries, bananas, and his favorite green, parsley. We can promise, nobunny compares to him! Come meet Jack tomorrow between 1:00pm-6:00pm at our Dedham Animal Care & Adoption Center (55 Anna’s Pl).
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Meet Cleo ❤️ She has been at our Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center for quite awhile now— since September! And is very ready to find a home of her own. Cleo has diabetes, which requires insulin and a special diet, and would love to be the only animal in your home. But she gives enough love for a hundred! Come meet her today at our Boston location (10 Chandler St).
BREAKING: Today, Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) hosts a press conference at its Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center, where Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden announces the formation of a Task Force, which will centralize various agencies, including ARL, in Suffolk County involved in animal abuse cases. This streamlined approach will improve information flow, create a more proficient understanding of animal cruelty investigations and prosecutions, and identify necessary legislative improvements to the state’s animal protection laws.
The task force will be chaired by Assistant District Attorney Amelia Singh, chief of the DA’s office in Chelsea District Court, and will include members of the Animal Rescue League of Boston; Chelsea, Boston, Winthrop, and Revere police departments, Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts Environmental Police, Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, United States Department of Agriculture, and the animal control departments in Boston, Chelsea, Winthrop and Revere.
Looking for a fun companionship activity for you and your dog? Our Introduction to Nosework class is an excellent way to learn how to communicate with your dog and foster a stronger relationship. Using fun games, dogs will learn how to search and sniff out a target and alert their owners— ending with a reward of treats and play time of course! Our next session kick off next Wednesday, January 24. Sign-up now at https://www.arlboston.org/services/dog-training/.
Our guinea pig adopt-a-thon is underway! We teamed up with other Massachusetts animal shelters to get the many guinea pigs in our care out of the shelters and into their new special homes. Now through Sunday (1/7) we are waiving adoption fees for guinea pigs across all three of our locations. If you’ve been interested in adding a small furry friend to your family, this weekend is the perfect time. Come visit one of ARL’s Animal Care & Adoption Centers or visit arl.boston/adopt to see available animals.
*Reminder that all guinea pig adoptions require you to show a photo of the cage your new pet will live in and a travel carrier for you to bring the animal home. All of our Animal Care & Adoption Centers offer new and used carriers for sale, while supplies last.
What better time to start your pup on the path to success than #NationalTrainYourDogMonth?! For dogs like Tucker, not only has training boosted his confidence and provided enrichment, it has strengthened the bond he has with his owner, Laura.
Trying to decide which course is right for you? Agility for Fun is just one of the many courses available for your canine companion. Help them exercise both mentally and physically, while releasing their energy in a fun, safe way. Your dog will learn impulse control and build confidence through attention games that utilize jumps, tunnels, weaves, and more. This course is filling up fast! Sign-up now at https://www.arlboston.org/services/dog-training/
Because of you, 2024 looks a lot brighter!
Happy New Year 🎉 Because of you, 2024 is brimming with paw-sibilities for animals in need! Your generosity and unwavering support are life-saving and so many animals will get the second chances they deserve. We hope you feel the joy of making a difference for animals!
Top 5 2023 Social Media Sensations
You may not have realized it, but your shares, likes, comments, and views helped these animals in need. Your involvement made their stories go viral, reaching nearly one million people this year!
Give a holiday meal and help Keep Pets F.E.D. (Full Every Day)! ❤️
And our #NationalUglySweaterDay contest winner is 🥁… Nala! Thank you for voting!
Thank YOU for helping us reach our goal!
Wow! We asked and our community answered! Over 1,450 animal lovers came together to raise more than $495,000 for animals in need this #GivingTuesday. Our impact is greatest when we work together. Because of this amazing generosity, animals in need can get the care they count on including food, sanctuary, medical care, love, and emergency rescue if they are in danger. Thank you ❤️
Feed an animal this Thanksgiving and DOUBLE your impact! All gifts match, dollar for dollar up to $208,760 now through midnight on 11/28. $25 becomes $50 and can provide food for 2 animals 🐾
We’re also on Vemo! @ARLBoston
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