Friends of the Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter

The Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter serves 22 towns in Franklin County, Massachusetts. The Friends is a 501c3 non profit corporation founded to improve the health and quality of life of local dogs. The Shelter supports Animal Control Officers and Law Enforcement Agencies in their efforts to protect the people and dogs of Franklin County.

Does anyone recognize this elderly lady?She was found exploring west leyden road in Leyden. She is micro chipped and has...
11/23/2025

Does anyone recognize this elderly lady?
She was found exploring west leyden road in Leyden. She is micro chipped and has old town and rabies tags.
If she belongs or is familiar to you, please reach out to animal services at (413) 774-7340 or the animal shelter at (413)676-9182
Proof of town license and rabies vaccination required for pickup.

These handsome boys would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Yes they are send out the well wishes early in hop...
11/23/2025

These handsome boys would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Yes they are send out the well wishes early in hopes they get adopted soon and will be home with their new families.
Please contact the Shelter directly for more information.
413-676-9182

11/21/2025

If you’re looking for a playful dog who loves walks and also loves a good nap, Dudley could be the dog for you! He’s a Podengo looking for his new family!

11/21/2025
11/20/2025

Frankie found his favorite toy today and brought along for his car ride adventure. He is currently up for adoption and would love to meet his new family soon!!

This fellows family has been located and he is now back home. -----DO YOU KNOW ME?Gill, MassThis older dog was found on ...
11/20/2025

This fellows family has been located and he is now back home.
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DO YOU KNOW ME?
Gill, Mass

This older dog was found on Cove View Rd this evening.

He is currently warm and safe at the shelter. If this is your dog, or your recognize this dog. Please give us a call at 413-676-9182 as we would love to send him home.

Our office will be open 9am-2pm tomorrow. Proof of current town dog license and rabies vaccination will be required to reclaim.

Thank you all!

We have two adorable chihuahua’s available for adoption. They are both two years old and total love bugs. They are ready...
11/18/2025

We have two adorable chihuahua’s available for adoption. They are both two years old and total love bugs. They are ready to meet their new families, and join your homes. They are currently in foster homes but we can arrange to bring them in to meet you if you give us a call to arrange a meet and greet.

Thank you, Wanda Mooney, for featuring our dog shelter in your blog. We truly appreciate your support and the awareness ...
11/17/2025

Thank you, Wanda Mooney, for featuring our dog shelter in your blog. We truly appreciate your support and the awareness you bring to our mission!
Check out Wanda Mooney’s blog below:

The Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter's new shelter in Deerfield has been approved. Franklin and Hampshire County area of Pioneer Valley region of Western Massachusetts. Contact Wanda Mooney at Coldwell Banker Community Realtors for all your real estate needs.

Our team got together today and were able to get 6 dogs outside for a nice hike! All dogs in the photo are up for adopti...
11/16/2025

Our team got together today and were able to get 6 dogs outside for a nice hike! All dogs in the photo are up for adoption .

UPDATED! THIS DOG HAS BEEN REUNITED WITH FAMILY!Does anyone recognize this young boy?He was found running up the road on...
11/16/2025

UPDATED! THIS DOG HAS BEEN REUNITED WITH FAMILY!
Does anyone recognize this young boy?
He was found running up the road on Montague city road. He is not wearing any tags or information. He is micro chipped, but it is not current with his owners information.
If you know him, please contact animal services at (413)774-7340 or the shelter at (413) 676- 9182
Proof of town license and rabies vaccination required for pickup.

Does anyone recognize this boy?He was found in the area of Unity Park in Turners falls. He is not wearing tags and is no...
11/16/2025

Does anyone recognize this boy?
He was found in the area of Unity Park in Turners falls. He is not wearing tags and is not microchipped.
If you know him, please call animal services at (413) 774-7340 or the shelter at (413)676-9182.
Proof of town license and rabies vaccination required for pickup.

Address

10 Sandy Lane
Turners Falls, MA
01376

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+14136769182

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The Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter serves 21 towns in Franklin County, Massachusetts. The Friends is a 501c3 non profit corporation founded to improve the health and quality of life of local dogs. The Shelter supports Animal Control Officers and Law Enforcement Agencies in their efforts to protect the people and dogs of Franklin County.

Our shelter has two paid staff and the rest of the work is done by dedicated volunteers. We would not be where we are today with their helping hands. Call our shelter and join our team.

Our mission is to protect and improve the lives of stray, lost and unwanted dogs by offering a safe, welcoming facility, providing care and enrichment, and finding a home best suited for each animal.