Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Boston, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect new pal.
Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of pets available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly locals.
(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)
Rick, Ferret
Rick is a lovable female Ferret being kept at MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center.
Here's more about Rick:
Rick is a one-year-old neutered female. She loves attention and cuddling with humans. She also enjoys booping her nose with her visitors. Rick comes with a male ferret named Morty. They must be adopted as a pair.
Read more about how to adopt Rick on Petfinder.
Morty, Ferret
Morty is a handsome male Ferret currently residing at MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center.
Here's more about Morty:
Morty is a one-year-old neutered male. He comes with Rick. They must be adopted as a pair.
Apply to adopt Morty today at Petfinder.
Sam, Guinea Pig
Sam is a male Guinea Pig in the care of MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center.
He is vaccinated.
Here's more about Sam:
Sam is an adorable three-year-old guinea pig with lots of love to give. He can be shy at first but warms up quickly and loves to cuddle.
Read more about Sam on Petfinder.
Pearl, Dove
Pearl is a darling Dove currently housed at MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center.
Pearl has been vaccinated.
Here's more about Pearl:
Diamond and Pearl are two beautiful and elegant doves looking for a great new home. They are wonderful companions and social beings, and they must be adopted together.
Read more about Pearl on Petfinder.
Juliet, Parakeet (Other)
Juliet is a Parakeet (Other) staying at MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center.
Juliet has been vaccinated.
Here's more about Juliet:
They are beautiful, colorful parakeets. They need to be adopted in groups or placed in a home with parakeets to keep them company.
Apply to adopt Juliet today at Petfinder.
Gus, Chinchilla
Gus is an adorable male Chinchilla staying at MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center.
He has been vaccinated.
Here's more about Gus:
Gus is a two-year-old chinchilla looking for a new place to call home. Gus has three legs, but he is just as fabulous. He needs to placed in a home with lots of love, attention and space to run around.
Read more about how to adopt Gus on Petfinder.
Jack, Chinchilla
Jack is a male Chinchilla being cared for at MSPCA Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center.
He has had all his shots.
Here's more about Jack:
Jack is a two-year-old chinchilla looking for a new home. He needs to be placed as a pair with his friend, Gus. They need a home with plenty of love, attention and space to explore.
Apply to adopt Jack today at Petfinder.
This story was created automatically using local animal shelter data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.
