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Bay State Dogs

Dog rescue in Grafton, MA

Bay State Dogs, Inc. rescues and re-homes unwanted and abandoned dogs in Massachusetts. We provide an alternative solution to Craigslist and other classifieds for dog owners in Massachusetts needing to surrender their dogs to ensure that they find a safe and caring forever home. We also assist shelters and animal control officers by re-homing dogs in their care when needed. We have established a fund for dog owners who need temporary assistance in order to keep their dog(s), providing them with dog food and veterinary care.

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Grafton, MA 01519
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Adoptable pets at Bay State Dogs

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We'll also keep you updated on Keeley's adoption status with email updates.
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Keeley

Norwegian Elkhound/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 13 yrs 8 mos
Grafton, MA
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Special Needs
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Jelly

Boston Terrier/Bichon Frise

Female, 12 yrs 7 mos
Grafton, MA
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Bricky

Wirehaired Fox Terrier

Male, 18 yrs 8 mos
Grafton, MA

Rescue FAQs

We rescue dogs from MA and adopt them out to families in New England.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet

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Our adoption process consists of an application, phone interview, home visit, and vet reference check. Our adoption fee is $350 for most dogs.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Bay State Dogs

Best Friends Vet Hospital

256 Main St,
Townsend, MA 01469

Hilltop Humane Society

P. O. Box 553,
Randolph, MA 02368

Stoughton Animal Control

500 West Street,
Stoughton, MA 02072

We'll also keep you updated on Twin's adoption status with email updates.
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Twin

Boxer

Male
Framingham, MA
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Rocky

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
East Greenwich, RI
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Parker

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
E. Brookfield, MA
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Socks

Bernese Mountain Dog/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Medfield, MA
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Sasha $199

Husky/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Springfield, MA
We'll also keep you updated on Reign's adoption status with email updates.
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Reign

Schnauzer (Standard)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Saugus, MA

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