Just visited to drop off some supplies left after we had to put our sweet cat down. Staff were…read moreabsolutely wonderful and kind. The address here is wrong - they have a lovely new building at 99 Quarry St. Will return if we decide to adopt a new kitty.

They were extremely gentle with my elderly dog and on time for my appointment. He gets very…read morenervous going to the vets so this is very important to me.

We are being forced to leave our apartment by September 1st. We need to find a home for our cat,…read morePeeps. He is 7-8 years old. He's a nuetured male with issues. He was recently diagnosed as a diabetic and he does'nt use a litter box never has used one. He uses either puppy pee pads or an empty dish washer pan place in the bath tub. He is very beautiful and very friendly. He loves attention once he gets to know you. Please contact us with an answer as soon as possible or if you have anyone else who may be able to help. If we can't find a placement for him we will have to euthanize him. I love him and I really don't want to have to do that. I love him bunches but I will have no choice. You can contact me at 508-400-1322 Thanks a bunche, Brian & Kelli

Wouldn't recommend this place for adoption. My mother went to see the cats and fell in love with…read moretwo. We asked if we could adopt them and they just seemed bothered by people asking questions. They told us to keep an eye out for when they are available. My mother filled out an application, called her vet and then Scituate called her saying she has no record at the vet . My mother has used the same vet for my whole life and the vet said they never told scituate that. My mom called and tried to straighten it out and so scituate then told her too late, a lady is there picking them up now. We were so confused with no answers. Why would they have someone pick them up the same day but then send us through loops. Just doesn't seem like they are organized.

Formerly known as "Corndog" by the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL), we adopted Arthur…read moreCornelius on June 29th, 2024. Arthur was surrendered to the ARL with two of his family members at the end of April. Arthur tried to wait patiently for his turn to find his furever home, but it was tough because he loves being with his people. When we met Arthur, it was obvious he was well cared for and how much the ARL staff and volunteers loved him. Despite being in the shelter for about two months, Arthur was friendly and trusting. Today, Arthur is living his best life with his new parents going on lots of adventures. The ARL staff and volunteers are kind, compassionate, and dedicated. In 2023, they facilitated 3,173 adoptions including cats, dogs, small animals like bunnies, and even some livestock! And overall, they helped around 21,000 animals in lots of other ways. Thank you for giving Arthur a second chance to live his best life. I highly recommend the ARL!

I fell in love with a dog who has massive separation anxiety. After Wendy (ARL Brewster) explained…read morehis history and needs, I took him home knowing it would be a long road. The ARL has been very helpful and has never made me feel bad about asking for advice. I live in Needham and had reached out to the Dedham shelter a couple of weeks after Arlos adoption, they were kind and accomodating. Laney the behavioralist has been so nice and helpful giving advice and tips. I am happy and grateful to the ARL and the hard work and care that the staff put in even after adoption.

I welcomed Angie from the Animal Umbrella Cat Rescue yesterday! The folks at the Animal Umbrella…read morerescued her from the cold streets and now she's home with me, safe & warm! She has a great personality and loves to play, cuddle and explore! Thanks to the wonderful staff for making the adoption process flawless and for bringing this loving kitty into my life! These are great caring people who love what they do and I can't say enough great things about them!!!

They might be good to their cats but treat their volunteers with a big lack of respect and dignity…read more They don't appreciate people's loyalty to their organization and use them for what they can get out of them. It reminds me of that old phrase "No good deed goes unpunished". I couldn't believe how they speak to people when i was walking by one of their events. It seems like they go after people with mental conditions; special needs; disabilities to volunteer so they can take total advantage of them at every turn. I purchased some jewelry and the woman was yelling and screaming at the girl next to her. That was enough to turn me off right then and there. I put the jewelry back and left. I also went to one of their adoption events a few years back and heard a woman yelling and screaming when i was down the hall. Why would anyone put up with that kind of treatment i don't know. I am not a fan of this organization at all.

I was introduced to the Mansfield Animal Shelter back in 2012 when I discovered that they produce a…read moreprogram on the local community cable channel, where they show all the animals available for adoption. A fantastic idea that I wish more shelters took advantage of. After a few weeks of insufferably cute faces and accompanying sad stories, I ventured over. Be sure to check the hours on their website, because they're only open a couple of hours some days, and longer hours others, due to it being staffed almost entirely by volunteers. It turns out that they are affiliated with the town animal control department and many of their rescues have been picked up as strays, or left behind after a move. They also accept dropped off pets, though preferably not the 'basket left on the doorstep' kind, which sadly was part of some of the cats' histories. I found a clean, organized place with cats at one end of the building and dogs at the other. Lots of helpful staff cleaning cages, socializing animals and carrying out the administrative side of the shelter. I was able to walk through the cat room, interacting with the cats in cages (roomy, scratching posts and individual litter-boxes), and with some that are allowed to roam freely while volunteers are there. They also have a couple of communal cat rooms with several cats living happily together. The volunteers answered questions, and I was able to use a visiting room to see a couple of cats 1 on 1. On my second visit I met Jack-O. He was a fixed, 6 year old male tuxedo cat. He was terrified of having gone from owner, to shelter, to quarantine, to the vet and finally to a room full of cats in cages. I could see in his eyes that he had just disconnected and gone to a happy place in his head. He didn't respond to verbal or food-based cues, just stayed curled up with that 'thousand yard stare'. I knew he was the one for me. The adoption process was pretty simple; Application, references checked (previous pets and the vets that cared for them) and a reasonable fee for the process (includes fixing, if necessary). I found everyone that I dealt with pleasant, professional and above all devoted to placing all those animals in good homes. Four years later Merlin (formerly Jack-O) is a happy, healthy, furry, non-rent paying roommate with a passion for chirping at birds and knocking over priceless knick-knacks. He contributes only to my sanity, refusing to deal with ground level threats like ants and spiders. I'm still a sucker for the cable show highlighting their adoptables, and often watch with Merlin directly in front of the television occasionally reaching out to see who these intruders in our living room are.

I adopted my Tillie from here when she was 6 months old and we just celebrated her 10 yr double…read moredigits birthday. She is the most wonderful dog. I took my Dad back here last summer to adopt a senior cat named "Slick"... he is the meanest cat I've ever encountered but we love him. Everyone is always so kind whene we visit. The animals are well cared for while they wait for their forever homes and the place is always clean.

I adopted my cat, Oreo, from here back in 2004, and it was one of the best decisions of my life…read more She was the most intelligent, beautiful, and amazing companion I could have ever asked for. The team at the shelter was wonderful during the adoption process, and thanks to them, I had 19 incredible years with her. Oreo touched our hearts and souls so deeply, and I miss her every day. I would never hesitate to return here to find a new family member--they truly bring special souls into people's lives.

This is an excellent cause. I can't recommend it enough. Make a donation. Help a family keep their…read moredog health and happy at home. Help a awesome dog find a new home if they need it.

From the owner: All Dog’s Lives Matter Dog Rescue exists to promote a humane society and care for dogs in need of…read morehousing, medical treatment, and food. Through donations and volunteers, we can promote kindness, and a clear opportunity for a valued life. All while striving to build a community where people value dogs and treat them with respect, Love, and kindness.

We adopted our Jill from NESAA and she is our heart. Our vet said the paperwork and care that went…read moreinto their work was the best she had ever seen,We donate on a monthly basis to this superb Society and they include us in activities. In a word Wonderful.

I am fostering an adult cat that needs a forever home. I visited NESAA and was so impressed with…read morethe quality of care and dedication. Please support this amazing no kill shelter.

NVHS provides a wonderful caring service to animals who need homes. My 2 littermate kittens are now…read more3 years old and such a joy! The volunteers foster the animals in their homes so they get lots of attention and less time in cages in a shelter.