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Animal Rescue League of Boston

Animal shelter in Boston, MA

Pets are family. This belief is at the heart of everything we do at the Animal Rescue League of Boston.

We are the first female-founded animal welfare organization in Massachusetts and are proud to carry on a legacy of kindness and compassion, helping more than 20,000 animals annually since 1899.

Recognized for our innovative, award-winning programs that go beyond sheltering, we address the root causes of the issues facing animals and the people who love them.

By partnering with communities, we help animals heal and thrive, keep pets and people together, and protect animals from harm.

Because there is no government funding for this important work, animals must rely on people like you to get the care they need, when they need it most, 365 days a year.

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Email boston-adoption@arlboston.org
Phone (617) 226-5602
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Address
10 Chandler Street
Boston, MA 02116
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10 Chandler Street

Boston, MA 02116

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Adoptable pets at Animal Rescue League of Boston

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PETEY

Parakeet - Other

Female, 1 yr
Boston, MA
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MILKY

Guinea Pig

Female, 2 yrs
Boston, MA
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TUNA

American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs
Boston, MA
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TINY CAT

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Boston, MA
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KATCHPHRASE

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Boston, MA
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KATERPILLAR

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Boston, MA
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Additional adoption info

The Animal Rescue League of Boston is committed to matching adoptable animals with a permanent home. Our conversation-based, application-free adoption process is designed so that the needs of both the animal and the adopter are understood and compatible with one another. We require the following as part of the adoption process:
* Adopter must be 18 years of age or older
* A current government-issued ID (no student IDs)
* Have a conversation with an ARL adoption counselor
* A photo of the cage your pet will live in, if adopting a small animal or bird
See fees at www.arlboston.org/adopt/adopt-a-pet/

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Alvin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
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Bonded Pair
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Marvin (Bonded - In foster)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
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Scout

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
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Huck

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 10 mos
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PAM

American Pit Bull Terrier

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MOLLY

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
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