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Puppies and dogs in Worcester, Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Worcester, Massachusetts. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Appa

French Bulldog

Male, Young

Cherry Valley, MA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Hi, this is Appa Pet only Contact. Price is $800 He needs someone athletic with very high stamina. He is sooo Athletic and loves to play all day long. He has stamina for days. Can jump very high and can/will drop kick you. Does not like male dogs and maybe its a dominance thing. Must be the only dog. I don’t know how he’ll do with other dogs. He has only socialized with his siblings and mom. With people he needs to warm up to you. And hes a tad bit barky. Whines like a broken record. We can not keep him because theres four other dogs in the house which is causing problems because they don’t all get along and not a lot of help taking care of them.

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Stella

German Shepherd Dog Boxer

Female, Adult

Grafton, MA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I brought Stella in as a stray dog living in the suburbs of Atlanta, GA in November 2022. At the time, the vet determined she was ~1 year old, and so she is now about 3 years old. I initially only planned to foster her briefly, but she ended up being such a great companion to me and my other dog that she has stayed with us for nearly two years. She is very loyal and affectionate and thrived at our home in central Massachusetts where we had several acres of land for her to explore. However, I relocated to a busy location in Providence ~6 months ago and Stella is struggling to adapt to the city, especially in our new apartment that does not have a yard. She plays well with other dogs off-leash (at dog parks, boarding, etc.), but on a leash she is often reactive to dogs, other people, and wildlife. An ideal home would have a generously sized yard so that Stella can remain active. She is extremely warm and loving and I hope to find her a home with the space she needs to be comfortable.

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Bongo

Alaskan Malamute Cane Corso

Male, Young

Rutland, MA

Size

(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more

Details

Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Bongo needs a lot of attention and training to be a good dog.

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Daphne

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Senior

Charlton, MA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Daphne is an active and playful dog. She is a mix breed that the vet believes to predominantly be Spinone Italino. She gets along with other dogs. She will play catch from sun up to sun down, but sometimes she doesn't want to give the ball back. She knows basic commands and listens well. She is reactive to other dogs on a leash and has a strong prey drive when she encounters small animals. She is trained on an invisible fence. She is quite submissive and "flops" to other dogs and people. Because of this she is fantastic at the vet. She would do best in a home with older kids who can help entertain her however she would be fine with toddlers and babies. She is quite active and will pace at night if she does not get sufficient exercise. She is crate trained.

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Nina

Mastiff

Female, Young

Oxford, MA

Size

(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Loving, curious, and goofy South African Mastiff (also know as Boerboel). Born 2/17/2022 (2 1/2 years old). She has been raised with another dog, a cat, and two kids. Was crate trained but has not been in a crate in over a year. She sleeps on a dog bed or a space somewhere on the floor where she finds comfortable. She is not spayed. She goes on walks without a leash and does not run away for the most part (occasionally will disobey and walk up to other dogs to sniff). Sensitive to food changes. About 110 lbs. Mario

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Special Needs

COURTESY POST -Mandy - 1 yr deaf/vision impared

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, Adult

Sterling, MA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Supporters and Recurring Giving Donors will be put on our VIP Application List &#226&#128&#139 Adoption Costs and other important information. Mandy is an incredibly sweet girl who has some special needs. She is completely deaf and has some vision impairment. She LOVES other dogs but tends to get aroused by cats and will chase them but doesn't seem to intend any harm. She loves to be with her people and has some issues with being contained. She will go over thru baby gates. Mandy is a fast learner though and picks up stairs easily. She needs to learn to be housetrained and doesn't seem to want to go while on a leash. A high fenced in yard would be ideal for her. She is playful and energetic. She does great with all people. She will need a patient owner who is looking for a rewarding project. If you are interested in adopting from Sterling Animal Shelter, please submit an application through our "Pets for Adoption" page. We are currently open by appointment only Tuesday through Friday, and have Open Hours on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. Our appointments are scheduled by matching our applications to our available pets. If your application is chosen, our staff will contact you to set an appointment for a meet and greet to spend some time with the animal one-on-one. We do still have same day adoptions, and if your meet is successful, you can take your pet home at the time of your appointment. To find the best match for each pet, we prefer to have the entire family present when doing an adoption. If you have a dog at home already, please be prepared to bring your resident dog to meet a potential new dog, to ensure all parties get along. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most of the dogs we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not by breed label. We expect that all adopted dogs will enroll in a formal dog training class with their new owners. Obedience and training classes are an excellent way to learn more about your newly adopted dog, gain handling and training experience, and improve your relationship with your pet. Adoption Costs and other important information. Supporters and Recurring Giving Donors will be put on our VIP Application List &#226&#128&#139 November 4, 2024, 1:02 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in Worcester, Massachusetts

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Worcester, Massachusetts. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Skyllers in Worcester

Worcester, MA 01601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

North Star Labrador Retriever Rescue

Worcester, MA 01602

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Broken Tail Rescue, Inc.

Broken Tail Rescue, P.O. Box 60296, Worcester, MA 01606

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Shelter

Worcester Animal Rescue League

139 Holden St., Worcester, MA 01606

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

angels in waiting

24 adella st, auburn, MA 01501

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Harmony Fund

Holden, MA 01520

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Shelter

Leicester Animal Control

3 Washington St, Leicester, MA 01524

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

The Boxer Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 440, Grafton, MA 01519

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Safe With Us Animal Rescue

Grafton, MA 01519

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Bay State Dogs

Grafton, MA 01519

Pet Types: dogs

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Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

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Puppies and dogs in Worcester, Massachusetts

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Puppies and dogs in Worcester, Massachusetts

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Worcester, Massachusetts. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

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Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dog shelters and rescues in Worcester, Massachusetts

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

Looking for a specific breed?

Popular dog breeds

Popular dog breeds