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Puppies and dogs in Fitchburg, Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Cali's adoption status with email updates.
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Cali

Poodle (Standard)

Female, Adult
Fitchburg, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I adopted Cali in Long Beach, CA, in November of 2015. Her DOB is June 2015. We moved from CA to MA in April 2025. She is 9.5 yrs old. She gets along well with other dogs. She currently lives and crates with, a 1.5 yr old female chihuahua-mix dog, Tiny (also up for adoption). At one point we had a rabbit; she loved to chase the rabbit around. She loves walks, knows the word, and she walks well on leash. Squirrels are an attention getter for her during walks. Very gentle and quite. She loves brussel sprouts and radishes for a treat. She has a benign tumor pretty much running the length of her left side but it does not bother her at all; vet acknowledged. It's not really visible due to her think, heavy coat. Cali (and Tiny too) is looking for a new home where she will get plenty of attention and cuddles.
We'll also keep you updated on Tank's adoption status with email updates.
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Tank

Labrador Retriever Boxer

Male, Young
Fitchburg, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello! This is Tank. Tank was born in May of 2024. He is fully updated on his shot, and comes with a full bag of toys, a kennel, bowls, and food. Tank is a timid dog who loves to play fetch, run, jump, and cuddle. We recently moved to a walk up apartment and he is struggling with not getting scared in the stair ways when going outside. He hardly ever makes sound, unless it's at late at night and someone comes to the door. Tank has a feline brother and has never had issues with other dogs at the dog park, or visiting friends. He would do best in a home with a yard where he doesn't have to travel in a tight stairwell. Tank does do well with strangers but prefers women over men. He tends to cower when approached by large men and has never bit. He may take a bit to warm up but over all he is a great dog.
We'll also keep you updated on Emma's adoption status with email updates.
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Emma

Husky American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Fitchburg, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
She is such a loving sweet girl. She just has high separation anxiety and needs more training than I handle. She is 1yrs old.
We'll also keep you updated on Tiny (Tango Dancer)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Tiny (Tango Dancer)

Chihuahua

Female, Young
Fitchburg, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I adopted Tiny in San Pedro, CA, in June, 2024. We moved from CA to MA in April 2025. She is 1.5 yrs old. She gets along well with other dogs. She currently lives and crates with, a 9.5 yr old female poodle-terrier mix, Cali (also up for adoption). At one point we had a rabbit; she loved to chase the rabbit around. She loves walks, knows the word, and she walks well on leash; a little excited to getting into the harness. She is very shy and will either avoid people encountered on walk and/or totally stop and watch them from a distance. Very gentle, she loves cuddles. She loves brussel sprouts and radishes for a treat. She has been in heat May-June each year I've had her. Tiny (and Cali too) is looking for a new home where she will get plenty of attention and cuddles.
We'll also keep you updated on Odin's adoption status with email updates.
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Odin

Boxer

Male, Adult
Lunenburg, MA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Odin is a 7 year old purebred boxer from a local breeder. We are looking for a home with no other dogs/cats - Odin does not get along with other dogs. Odin gets very excited when meeting new people, as most boxers do! But when he gets to know you he is very loving and cuddly! We have a toddler that he is very good with, but we do keep separated sometimes just because toddlers are very unpredictable and we don’t want Odin feeling uncomfortable. Odin would do very well in a house with older children. Odin also loves to play fetch with his balls and of course loves to go for walks! Odin is taking daily anxiety medication (Fluoxetine) which helps tremendously with his jumpiness. Odin has also been to formal training and does well with basic commands and on a leash
We'll also keep you updated on Sadie Mae's adoption status with email updates.
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Sadie Mae

Mutt

Female, Adult
Lunenburg, MA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sadie Mae was a rescue five years ago. Our life circumstances and situation has changed, and it has been difficult for her. She no longer gets along with our other two dogs, and everyone’s quality of life has diminished as a result. Sadie is 5 years old. She is a mixed breed pup, but mostly Chihuahua and Australian Cattle Dog. She is spayed and up to date on all vaccines. Sadie has some allergies, which require a daily medication and a very minor special preparation of her food (her kibbles need to be kept on the freezer). She has additional as-needed skin sprays as well for flare ups. We would love for Sadie to be adopted by someone who owns their home, either a single woman or a family. No apartments and no single men - she’s very vocal and doesn’t warm up to men quickly. Sadie is overall good with kids, but can get overwhelmed easily. Sadie thinks she’s the size of standard Chihuahua. She’ll sit on your lap and lick you to death! She’ll want to sleep in your bed to be close.

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Fitchburg Animal Shelter

939 High Rock Road, Fitchburg, MA 01420

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New Life Boxer Rescue - MA

Fitchburg, MA 01420

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Crops and Flops Rescue

Westminster, MA 01473

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Red Barn Farm

Westminster, MA 01473

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Ashburnham Animal Control

32 Main Street, Ashburnham, MA 01430

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Shelter Inc of Sterling

17 Laurelwood Rd, Sterling, MA 01564

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Daisy's Animal Rescue League, Inc.

P O BOX 574, Sterling, MA 01564

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Gardner Animal Control Facility

Plant Road, Gardner, MA 01440

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Loveless Dog and Horse Rescue

Gardner, MA 01440

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Pitter Pat Junction, NH transport

Rockingham transport, NH 03033

Pet Types: dogs

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