Pet of the Week

Avaric: The Winter White Dwarf Hamster

Avaric is available for adoption through the Animal Rescue League of Boston's Dedham shelter.

My name is Avaric and I was found with in a large trash bin with my siblings. A nice person rescued us and brought us to the Animals Rescue League.   I am a young and friendly Winter White Dwarf Hamster, gray and black with a soft coat. I should live by myself as I prefer my own space and would fight with a roommate.   I love to run in my wheel and burrow in my bedding to make tunnels. I am a fun little guy and I like to be held and cuddled. I take dust baths a few times a week to keep my coat clean and soft. I would make a great first pet and provide hours and hours of entertainment. To adopt me the staff needs to see a picture of my new cage all set up and ready for me to move into. If you are interested in adopting me please call the …

Help Celebrate National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week Locally

November 6-12 is National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week.

Looking for a way to show your appreciation for the approximately 3,500 animal shelters across the United States that serve an estimated 6-8 million homeless animals? The Animal Rescue League of Boston has suggestions as to how you can help on a very local level:   The Animal Rescue League of Boston is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing domesticated animals and wildlife from suffering, cruelty, abandonment, and neglect. Since 1899 we have advocated the philosophy of our founder, Anna Harris Smith, that "Kindness Uplifts the World." To learn more about our activities, please visit our website.

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Pet of the Week

Skippy the Pomeranian Needs a Home

Skippy is available for adoption through the Animal Rescue League of Boston's Dedham Shelter.

Skippy is a 4-year-old red Pomeranian. He was surrendered to the Animal Rescue League of Boston's Dedham shelter because his owner was sick and could no longer care for him. He seems to get along with cats, dogs, and loves everyone. He is always very sweet and friendly. Skippy does not seem to play with toys much and would rather sit on your lap. He is not house trained at all and will need an experienced owner that will be diligent with taking him outside every couple of hours. He is not neutered yet and will mark (urinate) on things in the house. We do have him scheduled to be neutered this week. He is learning crate training and is doing well. Skippy will require brushing every day and professional grooming every four to six weeks. He …

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Pet of the Week

Attention-Loving Amazon Ready to Fly Around Your Home

Mimic is up for adoption at the Animal Rescue League's Dedham shelter.

My name is Mimic, I'm a beautiful Blue Front Amazon looking for a new home. I'm a very animated bird and I love attention. I definitely live up to my name and if I can't mimic your words or sounds I will attempt to answer you when you talk to me. I love being out of my cage and I'd prefer a home that will allow me to hang out with people for most of the day. Some of my favorite things include: I will need a family that has knowledge and/or experience with large birds as I'm going to be your new best friend and I want to spend lots of time with you. If you have any questions about me or my care please give the shelter a call at 781-326-0729. My adoption fee will be $300.

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