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MSPCA-Angell Renowned leader in animal protection and veterinary medicine. Founded in 1868, we are the second-oldest humane society in the United States.
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The MSPCA-Angell is a national and international leader in animal protection and veterinary medicine and provides direct hands-on care for thousands of animals each year. Our services include animal protection and adoption, advocacy, humane education, law enforcement, and world-class veterinary care.

02/13/2025

Our available dogs at Nevins Farm made some valentines cards for you 🥹💖 visit mspca.org/adoptadog to read more and come in during open hours 12-4:30 Tuesday-Sunday to adopt. Our fee waived adoption event for dogs over 1 starts Tuesday at Nevins! (It starts Monday at NEAS)

02/13/2025

Doing your taxes soon? Please consider the Massachusetts Animal Fund when you do! The Fund’s free spay/neuter program has helped over 17,500 local Massachusetts animals in need! This program is made possible by donations on Line 33f and through state and grant support.

02/12/2025

Pele was an energetic, fun loving boy who found himself at our MSPCA adoption center last year in search of a new home. His previous family told us that this guy was pretty stressed out by living a hum drum house cat life, but they didn’t have a safe way for him to access the outdoors. Some cats just aren’t suited to an indoor lifestyle and when there are kitties who need a little more room to stretch their legs and a job to do, we need folks to adopt them! We scored Pele the perfect spot and now he’s the big man on campus at a working organic farm in central MA. If you’ve got a barn, brewery, or other place where you need some pest control and an adorable sidekick in exchange for room and board, fill out a working cat inquiry at mspca.org/workingcat

02/12/2025

Love is in the air this Wildlife Wednesday - It is coyote mating season!❤️‍🔥
The season runs from late Jan to early March. Coyotes become more active during this time so it’s especially important to take precautions to avoid conflicts. Remember to remove all attractants/food from your property, remove brush piles and cover up holes under porches, walk dogs on a short leash, and haze any coyotes you see in human areas (wave your arms, blast an air horn, yell, throw tennis balls). Learn more on our website at mspca.org/coyotes.

02/11/2025

MY ADOPTION FEE WILL BE WAIVED FEBRUARY 17 – 23 AS PART OF THE MISSED CONNECTIONS ADOPTION EVENT !!!

Meet Sampson: The Run Club Star with the Cutest Nose!

Looking for a fun-loving, affectionate, and active companion? Sampson might just be your perfect match! This handsome pup has been waiting patiently for too long—he is ready to find his home!

Sampson is a regular at Run Club, and he absolutely rocks it. After just a few sessions, he quickly learned the ropes and now keeps pace like a seasoned pro, making every jog feel like a joyride. Sampson thrives when given a job to do, and he takes his role as a running buddy seriously. Whether you're training for a race or just out for a fun jog, he’s the perfect four-legged partner! And better yet – Sampson has both brawn and brains! He’s working on his obedience skills and already knows sit—sometimes he’ll even offer up a sit on his own at street crossings.

But it’s not all about running with Sampson - he is what we like to call an “adventure-ready all-weather pup”. Sun, rain, or snow; walking, hiking, running, relaxing —Sampson is always game for an outing, especially if there are good sniffs — his adorable spotted nose is always working when he goes on adventure walks!

If you think Sampson could be a good match for your home and would like to learn more, stop by MSPCA Northeast Animal Shelter. We have open adoption hours 11:30am-5pm daily – no appointment or application needed.

02/11/2025

Lucky is an incredibly special dog! We bet you thought he was a doodle, when in fact, he’s a Komondor! This is a pretty unusual and unique breed of Livestock Guarding Dog that usually has a corded coat and requires lots of grooming maintenance. Unfortunately, parts of his coat needed to be shaved down after an injury caused by a prong collar. Lucky is a BIG(almost 100lbs!) boy and he’s very strong, so when his family starting looking for help managing him, a trainer recommended a prong collar seemingly without giving adequate information about the risks and function. This is SUCH a common recommendation from trainers here in New England and it’s such a shame because, at best, they work by causing discomfort to your dog and at worst, they cause serious injury. The MSPCA-Angell believes that the best approach for training and behavior modification is with rewards-based methodologies. To this end, we do not recommend the use of force in animal training as it can cause pain, injury, and/or mental suffering for the animal. The dog training field is totally unregulated, so it can be really easy to get harmful advice. If you need help finding a trainer, check out our website for tips for finding a safe trainer for your pet!
At the end of the day, Lucky’s family recognized it would not be possible for them to safely manage his size and strength and we’re honored that they entrusted us to find him a new place to call home. He’s available for adoption at our Boston Adoption Center. We’re happy to report that a front hook harness and treats have made it significantly easier to manage this big boy already, but he’ll definitely be looking for someone who can manage a big, squishy, energetic, strong boy! He’ll also need someone who is excited to take on those grooming needs! Sound like he might be a good fit for your household? Stop by the Boston Adoption Center, Tuesday-Sunday, 12-3!

02/10/2025

At Angell Animal Medial Center, our Avian and Exotics team provides top-notch care for a wide range of species, from birds and reptiles to small mammals and more. Whether it’s for primary care, wellness exams, or emergency/critical care, our experienced team is equipped with specialized diagnostic tools, treatment protocols, and facilities designed for the unique needs of these animals.

Katie the Macaw recently came to see Dr. Staudenmaier at MSPCA-Angell West in Waltham for a specialized exam after being referred by her primary care veterinarian. Katie had some concerns with her preen gland, and an elevated white blood cell count, so we wanted to make sure we had all the information we could get. With our advanced diagnostic imaging capabilities, we were able to perform a CT scan and get a closer look at what was going on. The results were reassuring! We’ll see her in a few months for a recheck to make sure everything remains the same, but for now Katie is feeling like herself. Her owner is doing an amazing job managing her care, and we’re here to help them every step of the way.

To request an appointment with our Avian & Exotics department in Boston or Waltham, please fill out the form at mspca.org/appointment. We are also able to see Avian and Exotics for emergency and critical care - please call 617-989-1561

02/10/2025

MY ADOPTION FEE WILL BE WAIVED FEBRUARY 17 – 23 AS PART OF THE MISSED CONNECTIONS ADOPTION EVENT !!!

Meet pretty, funny, and active Kora! This happy go lucky gal has been at the shelter for quite a long time for a young pup. Since her arrival to Methuen, Kora’s been working on perfecting polite greetings and settling in an office setting with new people. Kora loves long romps in the snow, playing with squeaky toys, wrestling with her dog friends, and snuggling up with her staff and volunteer buddies. Kora is still very much learning how to contain all her excitement without becoming a bit of a tornado, so adopters should be prepared to take a class or two and be ready to provide her with both mental and physical stimulation to keep this young lady’s mind thinkin’!

Kora has the potential to live with another dog who doesn’ mind a wild-child teen! She has never lived with a cat before, though our staff can certainly discuss how to do a slow introduction to a feline friend for this gal. Kora has little experience with kids and would do best with kids who are comfortable with a bouncy teenager!

This good girl is seriously a delight and is still looking for a spot to call home. Does she sound like the dog for you? Come meet Kora at the MSPCA in Methuen on Tuesdays through Sundays from 12PM to 4:30PM.

02/09/2025

Nevins Farm and Northeast Animal Shelter will be closed today (Sunday) due to the snow! Boston & Cape plan to be open normal hours.
Come back another day to adopt Miss Nala 🥰

02/07/2025

Calling all dog lovers: our homeless dogs need YOU! Our adoption centers are at capacity, and we need adopters now more than ever.

From February 17-23, we are launching Missed Connections— a heartwarming, fee-waived Adoption Event for dogs over the age of 1 year at all four of our adoption centers and partner shelters:

MSPCA-Boston, MSPCA-Cape Cod, MSPCA at Nevins Farm, MSPCA-Northeast Animal Shelter, Berkshire Humane Society, Worcester Animal Rescue League, Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton, Inc., City of Boston Animal Care and Control, and Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center

Here are some of our lonely singles - click on their photo to learn more about them! For a full list of clickable links to every shelters' available dogs, visit mspca.org/dogs

02/07/2025

Remember Jobee? He was one of the thinnest animals ever treated by emergency doctors at Angell Animal Medical Center, but he’s a fighter and, with countless hours of love and care from hospital and shelter staff, he was returned to full health. Then, Jobee was adopted into an amazing home with the perfect family.

Jobee’s story touched the hearts of many, including Petco Love, which named his story a Petco Love Stories winner! We celebrated with Jobee at Petco in Medford this week (can you believe how amazing he looks?!).

A huge thank you to Petco Love for supporting our work and helping us care for animals in need! This grant will go far in helping us care for the many thousands of animals who need us every year.

02/07/2025

If your pet is experiencing a health issue that requires prompt attention but isn’t quite an emergency, our Urgent Care service is here to help. It’s a great option for getting your pet the care they need quickly, without the need for a full ER visit.

That's exactly what happened with Ivy's mom earlier this week. She noticed that Ivy had a red, itchy eye that she kept pawing at, but Ivy was acting normally otherwise. Despite a little bit of discomfort, Ivy was super happy and bouncy, and loved visiting our Urgent Care team! Dr. Pakravan sent Ivy home with a prescription for her conjuctivitis and a cone so she can't scratch at her eye while it heals. She will feel better in no time!

Same day Urgent Care appointments for dogs and cats are available at Angell West in Waltham Sunday through Friday, 8am-6pm by calling 781-902-8400. Urgent care appointments for exotic animals can be made by calling 617-989-1561.

Not sure if your pet's issue is a true emergency or not? Call to speak with a liaison about available options: (617) 522-7282 (Boston) or (781) 902-8400 (Waltham). Walk-in emergency care is available at our Boston and Waltham locations 24/7.

02/06/2025

Nevins and NEAS are closing at 3 today (Thursday) due to the snow!!

Iris is stoked about the weather, but we want to keep everyone safe. Come back tomorrow to adopt Iris! She is very mellow for a Husky and is ready for a family of her own.

02/06/2025

❄️Winter Weather Advisory❄️ We love a snow day and also want to remind folks that, just like in the summer, pets need to be protected from extreme weather. In fact, it is the law! A law we worked hard to pass in 2016.

Chapter 140 section 174E says that a person shall not leave a dog tethered outside when a weather advisory, warning, or watch is issued by a local, state or federal authority or when outside environmental conditions including, but not limited to, extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow or hail pose an adverse risk to the health or safety of the dog based on the dog's breed, age or physical condition (unless for not more than 15 minutes). This can result in a fine through a civil citation.

Also, known as the hot car law, Chapter 140 section 174F also applies to cold cars! It prohibits leaving an animal inside a vehicle when temperatures could endanger the animal’s health or safety.

Leaving an animal outside or in a car may not only result in a citation in this type of weather, it could also result in cruelty charges (Chapter 272 section 77). Please remember this in the wintery days ahead!

02/06/2025

This charming little Southern Special is Bernard and he’s available for adoption in Boston! At 8 weeks old, he’s just a squishy, perfect little boy. We’re not sure what his breed is, but we’re guessing he’ll be a medium(ish) adult dog! Stop by from 12-3pm today to meet him and keep an eye on www.mspca.org/adoption for lots of new puppies that will be available over the next few days💙

02/05/2025

Spot the cat: impossible level 😭

Gordon is a spirit cat, and if you adopt him, you probably won’t even notice he’s in your house if it weren’t for the mysterious overnight disappearance of cat food. Even though Gordon has the luxury private suite (aka a kitty condo in the director’s office), he hates shelter life and wants out!

We often can’t predict how a spirit cat will be after they settle in – some become comfortable around their family and choose to spend time with them by sharing the same space or allowing some petting, while others continue to prefer to hide when there’s any commotion. Spirit cats generally prefer to spend their time around other cats and make an excellent kitty friend to a cat already in the home. Our staff can help prepare adopters to welcome a spirit cat into a quiet home, but patience and understanding will go a long way with Gordon.

If you think this cat could be a good match for your home and would like to learn more, you can email [email protected] or stop by Northeast Animal Shelter. We have open adoption hours 11:30am-5pm daily – no appointment or application needed.

02/04/2025

You might recognize this beefstick from our story the other day. The beefstick has a name: Cosmo! He’s just a regular New England guy - he likes his dunks with extra whipped cream, he works hard to make sure our streets are cleared of snow, and he loves his people.

Cosmo is a 5-year-old, affectionate pittie with a heart of gold who loves to greet everyone like they’re his best friend. He has earned an honorary spot on our maintenace crew at Nevins after he assisted them with plowing the grounds yesterday! Although he’s incredibly playful (especially when trading two balls during fetch) he’s also a sensitive soul who’s struggled with transitions and can get excited very easily if he’s overstimulated or stressed. He has recently moved into foster care and is showing great progress, such as being the best boy on field trips, but he still needs a calm, structured home where he can decompress and learn good manners at his own pace. He’ll thrive best with an adopter who’s patient, committed to gentle, force-free training, and willing to provide a stable routine and plenty of one-on-one time to help him settle in.

To learn more about Cosmo, you can send an email to [email protected]

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Lots of dogs from our California transport are ready for adoption from Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem! We’d love for you to just come on in to meet them. We’re open 11:30-5 every day! Reminder that these dogs were in the shelters before the fires devastated the region, and by taking them in we’ve done a small part to free up critical resources for shelters in the region to care for and reunite displaced animals. We hope that these lucky dogs will find amazing families right away!! 💙💙

Shiva and Suzie are ready for their new chapters! These 2-year-old shepherds are equally lovable though they each have unique needs. Shiva and Suzie come from a very sheltered background with limited access to typical dog life, so they are both eager to find their new normal. Shiva would thrive in a calm environment with a family ready to embrace her shy, nervous nature and support her as she grows her confidence. She loves affection, so be ready to give plenty of pets. Suzie, on the other hand, is more eager to train and play. While she is a bit more enthusiastic about new experiences, she will need an advocate to help her shine as she learns a new way of life. Shiva may be able to go to a home with a well-matched dog, while Suzie says no thanks to canine companions! Both of these beautiful girls would do best in a home without cats or children. Come chat with our staff at the Cape shelter, open Tues-Sun 1-4pm, if you're interested in these gorgeous girls.

At just around 4 am, our vans carrying 9 dogs who made the very long journey from Pasadena Humane Society returned safely to NEAS in Salem. These dogs were already in shelters before the fires broke out, and by bringing them to the MSPCA-Angell, we’re helping free up space for Pasadena to continue critical work: caring for displaced pets and reuniting them with their families. Pasadena Humane has already reunited over 400 pets with their owners and is still caring for nearly 200 found animals. We’re proud to assist in their efforts by giving these nine dogs a fresh start here in Massachusetts! Coordinating a large-scale rescue like this is no small feat. The flight, organized by Best Friends Animal Society, needed to be completely full before takeoff. Groups from all over the East coast met to bring the dogs back to our respective shelters. How amazing to see our animal welfare community come together to help these dogs as well as shelters in LA. After a state-mandated 48-hour quarantine and any necessary medical care, they’ll be ready for adoption. A special thanks to Corinne and Andrew for driving the transport vans and braving the weather to get these dogs here safely 💙

To adopt visit our MSPCA Boston adoption center 12-3 Tuesday-Sunday, no appointment needed to speak to staff about available pets 💙

Raise your hand if you learned something new about ferrets in this video! Anne Staudenmaier, VMD, DABVP from our Avian and Exotics team shared some tips with us on how to protect our pets from avian influenza. Avoid feeding your pets raw food, and be extra careful if you are sick around your ferrets! For added precaution, you could remove your shoes when you enter your home - but please know that the risk for your pets (unless your pets are birds with outdoor access) remains low at this time. Most known cases are linked to raw food or milk. If your pets are birds, visit our page for a video from Dr. Staud about that!

Dr. Staudenmaier from our Avian and Exotics specialty at MSPCA-Angell West answered some of our questions about bird flu. This is not meant to be a replacement for individual veterinary advice - please follow state guidelines and the direction of your veterinarian. You can visit mass.gov for the state recommendations.

Is it time for you to adopt a puppy? Stop by our Salem location at 347 Highland Ave between 11:30 and 5 to bring one of these perfect babies home!

Do you have a tub of toys sitting around gathering dust? Boy, do we have the perfect dog for you! Even if you don’t have a tub of toys, Reina is an amazing girl looking for a home from our Cape Cod Adoption Center! Some of her strong suits include: 1. Loves to play 2. Very good at finding toys. 3. SO SMART! Loves to learn! 4. Those EARS! Reina would love a lower traffic household because she get be a little overwhelmed in hectic situations, but honestly, girl, same. If you think she could be a good match for your home and would like to learn more, stop by our Cape Cod Adoption Center. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 1pm-4pm no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available dogs.

Wheeek! Get it!? Adopt one this wheeeeeek? 😂 all jokes aside, we’re bursting at the seems with amazing, social guinea pigs. We have boys, girls, babies, adults, social, shy, you name it! We hope you’ll stop by this week to adopt a pair(or more!)

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