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Last Hope K9 Rescue — Sniffspot

Last Hope K9 Rescue

#31 in United States, #2 in Massachusetts, #1 in Boston

LHK9 is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit all-breed dog rescue based in Massachusetts. We are dedicated to saving abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs from high-kill shelters in Central Arkansas and beyond. Though our rescue efforts are focused in the Central Arkansas area, we also serve as a resource for local dog surrenders, shelters, and special rescue efforts in other areas. We don't discriminate on the basis of age, pre-existing medical conditions, or breed, because every dog deserves to know love. As the literal ‚'last hope' of the dogs we serve, our southern fosters pull dogs and puppies from partner shelters in Arkansas. While in foster, each dog receives love, care, and medical treatment, then receives a health clearance and transports to New England. After a mandatory 48-hour quarantine stay and an additional health clearance, each dog is picked up and fostered by a northern foster family who serves as a gateway to his/her adoptive home, affectionately known as a FURever home.

"We adopted from Last Hope in 2017 and had a great experience. We ..." more

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Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue — Sniffspot

Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue

#36 in United States, #3 in Massachusetts, #2 in Boston

Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, all-volunteer organization based in Pembroke, MA. We are NOT a shelter facility and rely solely on the backbone of our rescue which is fosters and volunteers.

"Buddy and Friends is a great rescue because the staff and volunte..." more

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Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts (APCSM) — Sniffspot

Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts (APCSM)

#56 in United States, #4 in Massachusetts, #3 in Boston

The Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts (APCSM) is a 501(c)(3) education and outreach animal shelter serving Plymouth, Norfolk, and Bristol counties. Since 2009, we have placed over 10,000 animals into forever homes. Our Mission is to operate a managed admission animal care and adoption facility, with focus on prevention of cruelty to animals, education and outreach. The APCSM offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year and we encourage animal lovers of all ages to participate!

"I’ve witnessed first hand how the staff genuinely care for the an..." more

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Ruff Tales Rescue — Sniffspot

Ruff Tales Rescue

#62 in United States, #5 in Massachusetts, #4 in Boston

Ruff Tales Rescue is a dog rescue operating in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. We are dedicated to saving the lives of abandoned dogs and redirecting them to stable, loving environments that serve as their forever home or the bridge to their forever home. Ruff Tales rescues dogs from shelters in southern states, where they are at risk for euthanasia due to significant overpopulation. Before meeting us, these dogs have often been neglected, abused, or abandoned. Once pulled from the shelters, our dogs are fostered locally before moving to their northern fosters when they are ready for adoption.

"RTR was recommended to me by another person who adopted through t..." more

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Sweet Paws Rescue — Sniffspot

Sweet Paws Rescue

#96 in United States, #6 in Massachusetts, #5 in Boston

Sweet Paws Rescue (SPR) is a registered non-profit animal rescue based in Massachusetts. We are a grassroots, boots-on-the-ground, shelterless, foster-based, and volunteer-powered organization. We primarily work within two of the poorest counties in Mississippi and Alabama and since 2011, we have rescued close to 22,000 puppies, dogs, kittens, and cats that would not have a chance at life otherwise. We are also a New England resource for the abandoned and displaced, and animals seized in cruelty cases within our home state.

"My mom and some others I know have adopted through sweet paws. Th..." more

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Schultz's Guest House

#96 in United States, #6 in Massachusetts, #5 in Boston

Shultz's Guest House is a 501c3 dog rescue shelter located on 200 private acres in Dedham, MA. We offer a secure haven for dogs on their journey to finding the loving forever homes they deserve. Enveloped by lush forests and serene ponds alongside the Charles River, these pups enjoy a peaceful and picturesque environment while receiving lots of love and care from our amazing volunteers.

"Wonderful rescues! Fighting the good fight!"

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Greyhound Friends — Sniffspot

Greyhound Friends

#99 in United States, #7 in Massachusetts, #6 in Boston

Greyhound Friends is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and dog adoption shelter based in Hopkinton, Massachusetts. Founded in 1983, we are dedicated to placing greyhounds and other dogs in responsible, loving adoptive homes, as well as educating the public about the greyhound breed and generally promoting animal welfare through educational & outreach programs.

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"So happy to see their continued work all these years later after ..." more

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Rescue Inc — Sniffspot

Rescue Inc

#99 in United States, #7 in Massachusetts, #6 in Boston

We may be the new rescue in town, but we are not new to rescue. We are seasoned and we are committed. Established in late 2019, we have a core leadership and consulting team with decades of combined rescue, corporate, and dog behavior experience. We are in the business of second chances. In addition to being a resource for local dogs, Rescue Inc. homes the displaced and abandoned dogs from the rural south that would not have chance at life otherwise. We partner with organizations in Mississippi, Alabama, and Massachusetts, that enhance the human-animal bond, and improve the well-being of an at-risk canine population. As a licensed and registered 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on your tax-deductible donations to support our rescue efforts. Every dollar is put to work supporting our mission to provide options for animals when there are none.

"I first became part of the Rescue, Inc. family in early 2020 afte..." more

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Brown Dog Coalition & Rescue — Sniffspot

Brown Dog Coalition & Rescue

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

Brown Dog Coalition & Rescue is a 501(c)3, volunteer-run, foster-based, dog and cat rescue based in Hopkinton, MA.

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Animal Rescue League of Boston — Sniffspot

Animal Rescue League of Boston

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

For 125 years, The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) has responded to the needs of animals and the people who care about them. In fact, we are often the first to respond. With over 1,200 dedicated volunteers and 100 staff members, ARL lends unwavering support to local animals, families, and neighborhoods. We provide outstanding veterinary care, adoption, and field services. We also confront the root causes of animal cruelty and neglect through special police investigation and advocacy aimed at strengthening the laws that protect animals.

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Baypath Humane Society — Sniffspot

Baypath Humane Society

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

We are a small shelter at less than 2000 square feet of indoor space, but what we lack in space we make up for in our dedication to the quality of care. We are fortunate to have a great adoption program and social media reach to get animals into their great forever homes as quickly as possible. We also leverage our robust foster network to get our more stressed-out cats and dogs into these temporary homes so we may gain more information to best place these pets. While the animals are in shelter our priority is to make their stay as stress-free and as enriching as possible through training, play, cuddle time, and general goofing around. Our dedicated staff in concert with our veritable army of volunteers sees to this each day.

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Big Little Life Rescue — Sniffspot

Big Little Life Rescue

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

Our group came together after years of volunteering and life-long, deep love and respect for animals. Each of us has had a strong connection with animals since early childhood. We see animals as beautiful, sentient beings, who are capable of unconditional love and acceptance. We believe that animals can feel and have complex experiences, just like humans. We also believe that every animal deserves respect and kindness, no matter where they are located. To us, a life is a life. Big Little Life Animal Rescue is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization, relying solely on donations to continue its work. We are a group of animal lovers, based in MA, NY, ME, and PA. All of us are professionals, with full-time jobs, families, and pets, united by our love and commitment to animals. We do not get paid. You give $5, they get $5. Period.

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Cape Ann Animal Aid — Sniffspot

Cape Ann Animal Aid

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

Today we continue to make the rescue of local cats and dogs our first priority. Many of our animals arrive via owner surrender or from local overburdened animal control agencies, humane societies, and rescue groups. Due to effective spay and neuter in New England, we are also able to take in and find homes for animals from other areas of the country and beyond that are struggling with animal overpopulation issues.

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Lighthouse Animal Shelter — Sniffspot

Lighthouse Animal Shelter

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

We are an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 organization whose leadership brings decades of combined experience in animal welfare and rescue. At Lighthouse Animal Shelter we focus our efforts on helping homeless animals, with the main focus being adult and senior animals.

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Lowell Humane Society — Sniffspot

Lowell Humane Society

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

The purpose of the Lowell Humane Society shall be to provide shelter, prevent cruelty to animals, and advocate for their welfare. Through humane education, the Society strives to enlighten the public with the goal of improving the quality of life for animals and people.

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PittieLove Rescue, Inc. — Sniffspot

PittieLove Rescue, Inc.

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

PittieLove Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Massachusetts. We are an all-volunteer, foster-home-based rescue dedicated to the care, understanding, and adoption of pit bull type dogs. PittieLove's primary goal is to ensure that our rescued dogs will never again suffer from abuse or neglect. We work diligently to carefully place them into loving homes where, for all of their remaining years, they will experience the affection and kindness that has been so sorely absent from their lives.

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Quincy Animal Shelter — Sniffspot

Quincy Animal Shelter

#100 in United States, #8 in Massachusetts, #7 in Boston

uincy Animal Shelter is primarily a volunteer-run organization. The shelter relies completely on our volunteers and the community for support. Incorporated in November 1999 as a non-profit Massachusetts charity, we are also a recognized charity under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Service code. Since 1999, Quincy Animal Shelter has placed more than 7,500 cats and dogs into loving homes throughout New England. We are committed to finding the right home for every adoptable animal in our care. Every animal receives age-appropriate vaccinations, is spayed or neutered and micro-chipped before being placed in its forever home. Delivering this type of care involves many volunteers, an active and dedicated management, and a lot of money. Our annual budget runs approximately $250,000 in order to provide services to the animals in our care and serve the continuous needs of our growing community. Please visit our Volunteer and Wish List pages to find out about ways you can help. As a “no kill” shelter, we make every effort to find the right home for every adoptable animal in our care. This means we exercise the same ethical and humane treatment of animals in our facility that you would for your own family feline or canine friend. Our capacity at the shelter is limited to a maximum of 12 dogs and 15 to 25 cats, depending on ages and condition of the cats. Our dream is to eventually find a larger facility so that we can continue our mission on a larger scale and serve the continuous needs of the community and the animals.

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What's the Sniffspot Boston Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?

Welcome to the 2025 Boston, MA Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Boston, MA chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

This list is sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest global network of private dog parks. Sniffspot offers 17 private dog parks in the Boston area, including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a hub for rescue dogs, our sponsorship underscores our dedication to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore Boston dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Boston, MA. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.

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Sniffspot Boston Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Boston?

There are 17 in Boston. Outside of Boston, there are 5 located in Massachusetts.

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Boston?

There are many reputable rescues in Boston, the top 3 on our list are: Last Hope K9 Rescue, Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue, Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts (APCSM).

What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Boston offer?

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Boston is Greyhound with 1 focusing on it. The second most common specialization is Pit Bull with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Boston?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Boston. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
If you are interested in adopting, the first step is submitting an adoption application and reading through the below adoption information. We HIGHLY recommend getting fully approved to adopt before looking at specific dogs since many tend to get adopted quickly, especially puppies and small dogs.Our goal is to make sure we find the perfect match for you, your family, and each of our dogs. To help with this process, we carefully screen all of our potential adopters to ensure we are placing our dogs into the right homes.Applying does not mean you are required to adopt, it just lets us know you that are seriously considering adopting a dog. Please only fill out an application if you are serious about adopting! Our team of volunteers spend hours processing an average of 140+ applications each week. Please note that if you have already filled out an application and have been approved, you do not need to fill out a second application, you can email adoptions@lasthopek9.org.

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Boston?

Yes! Boston has the following types of breed-specific dog rescues and shelters: Greyhound Pit Bull

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