Interested in adopting a pet — or just taking a peek at some delightful doggies up for adoption? There are dozens of darling dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Boston.
Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption.
(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.)
Layla, pit bull terrier mix
Layla is a sweet female pit bull terrier mix currently housed at Last Hope K9 Rescue.
Layla loves other dogs. She is looking for cat-free family. She has had all of her shots, and she's spayed. Have no fear: She is already house-trained.
Layla's current caretakers say:
Layla is an 8.5 year old owner surrender that is a total love bug. She loves people, snuggling and being as close to you as possible. She loves to give full face kisses while she's on your lap, too, so be ready.
Read more about Layla on Petfinder.
Biscuit, coonhound mix
Biscuit is a sweet female coonhound mix staying at Last Hope K9 Rescue.
Biscuit gets along well with other dogs. She is looking for cat-free family. She's already house-trained. She's vaccinated and spayed.
Notes from Biscuit's caretakers:
Biscuit is a sweet baby who is working on crate training and is housebroken. She would be considered a flight risk because her nose gets the better of her.She likes to roam and go on adventures with kids.
Apply to adopt Biscuit today at Petfinder.
Target, boxer mix
Target is a male boxer mix in the care of Last Hope K9 Rescue.
Target loves other dogs. He's already house-trained. He's already neutered, and he has had all his shots. Target is a special needs pet, so please inquire about his specific care requirements.
Here's what Target's friends at Last Hope K9 Rescue think of him:
Target is an adorable and goofy boxer. He's an A+ cuddler who likes nothing more than being as close as possible to his people. Whenever he can, he'll find the closest place to where you are and sprawl out on the floor near you. In between his naps, he plays like a pup a fraction of his age, loving tug of war, fetch and his ball most of all.
Read more about how to adopt Target on Petfinder.
Scooter Scoot, Jack Russell terrier mix
Scooter Scoot is a sweet male Jack Russell terrier mix currently residing at Last Hope K9 Rescue.
Scooter Scoot will get along great with your cats, dogs and children. His vaccinations are already up to date, and he is neutered. Fear not: He's already house-trained.
Scooter Scoot's current caretakers say:
Scooter is a really fun and loving boy. He loves to go for walks and since beating heartworm has a new lease on life and plays with the heart of a puppy. When Scooter came to us he was devastated from being surrendered and for three days he paced and cried. It was heartbreaking. He finally stopped crying when another foster came and they could go on walks together.
Read more about Scooter Scoot on Petfinder.
Myla, pit bull terrier mix
Myla is a female pit bull terrier mix in the care of Last Hope K9 Rescue.
Myla loves children, dogs or cats. She's already house-trained. Myla is already spayed and vaccinated.
Myla's current caretakers say:
Myla is the sweetest and squishiest pup ever! Not only does she have neck rolls for days, but she is also the most loving, gentle hearted, go with the flow and chill through life kind of girl.
Apply to adopt Myla today at Petfinder.
Lilac, pointer mix
Lilac is a female pointer mix being cared for at Last Hope K9 Rescue.
Lilac will get along great with your other dogs. She is looking for cat-free home. Lilac will do best in a home without small children. She's mastered her house-training etiquette. Lilac is already spayed and vaccinated.
Here's what Lilac's friends at Last Hope K9 Rescue think of her:
Lilac is a very sweet girl, She loves to play with other dogs, and she's a great snuggler. Her favorite thing to do is run around the yard with her foster siblings and then curl up on the couch afterwards. She can be a little bit shy and skittish at times, but once she knows you well, she's all in.
Read more about how to adopt Lilac on Petfinder.
Poppy, Labrador retriever and pit bull terrier mix
Poppy is an adorable female Labrador retriever and pit bull terrier mix currently residing at Last Hope K9 Rescue.
No other pets please: Poppy is looking for home without other dogs or cats. Last Hope K9 Rescue recommends Poppy be placed in a home without small children. She is already house-trained. Poppy is already spayed and vaccinated.
Notes from Poppy's caretakers:
Poppy is incredibly sweet and loyal to a fault. She takes time to warm up to new humans and needs to acclimate at her own pace by sniffing and nose nudging with no fear of grabby hands or quick, unpredictable movements. The best way to gain her trust is to ignore her and allow her to come to you.
Apply to adopt Poppy today at Petfinder.
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