Our Swiftie hens are ready to find new homes! We have quite an array of breeds, sizes, personalities – and all of your favorite songs! These hens have some specific medical considerations, so please fill out an inquiry to chat with staff and see if they could be a good match for you.
Our Swiftie hens are ready to find new homes! We have quite an array of breeds, sizes, personalities – and all of your favorite songs! These hens have some specific medical considerations, so please fill out an inquiry to chat with staff and see if they could be a good match for you.
Have you ever dreamt of having your very own house hippo? Well dream no further! Chencho is the chunkiest house hippo on the block and is ready to dazzle you with his ample good looks and charm. This large couch potato would make a great companion in a variety of households as long as there are plenty of scritches available for him! He is not a fan of sharing his favorite things, so he would do best in a home without young children. He might be able to live with another dog with plenty of management. Chencho seems to have some allergies so it will be important to have a close relationship with a veterinarian to keep him feeling his best. Regardless, he promises to wiggle his way into your heart in no time!
If you think you are a good fit and would like to learn more, stop by our Boston Adoption Center. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 12pm-3pm no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available dogs.
For more information on our adoption process, please visit https://www.mspca.org/adoption-centers/how-to-adopt/
Please note, in an effort to keep the stress levels reduced for the dogs in our care, our dog kennel areas will not be open to walk through. Interested adopters will work with a matchmaker on staff to determine which dog(s) they are interested in and if we can identify a match, potential adopters will be able to meet those dogs outside of the kennel. Cat and small animal areas will remain open to walk through.
Gulliver is a 7-month-old mixed breed pup with a big personality! This energetic pup is seeking a home that can provide him with plenty of adventures, exercise and then some structured downtime at the end of the day. Gulliver would thrive in a home where he receives patient and consistent training with positive reinforcement based techniques to help him manage his mouthiness and tendency for mischief. Ideal for older kids and dedicated dog owners, he is looking for a stable, calm environment to thrive. If you are excited for some adventures, come and meet this spirited and happy guy!
Spirit cats are very shy with people, and live in your home but are rarely seen – hence their name. They are cats who coexist in your home, and sometimes may grant you the opportunity to touch them – or they may not. Despite being shy with people, spirit cats are usually great with other cats! They are used to living with many cats, and can make excellent companions for cats in your home. It’s not uncommon for a spirit cat to get used to one or two people over time, and those people will be allowed to touch them and they may even choose to hang out near you or sleep on your bed at night. They are a great choice for people with a quiet household, who want to make a difference for an individual cat. Patience and understanding are the best tools when welcoming a spirit cat into your home. It’s important to know that spirit cats won’t magically turn into a normal acting cat – what you see is what you get for a long time, maybe always.
They are a fine choice for situations where you don’t have a lot of time to devote to a pet as they don’t require a lot of attention from humans. They are not a good choice for a busy home, including those with small children.
Spayed Female Age: 4 Years Gray Domestic Short Hair A443337 More about Shadow: I have the potential to be a sweet, gentle companion with a very cat-savvy adopter who is willing to put in the extra effort to help me come out of my shell. I have excellent history living with other
Spayed Female
Age: 4 Years
Gray
Domestic Short Hair
A443337
More about Shadow:
I have the potential to be a sweet, gentle companion with a very cat-savvy adopter who is willing to put in the extra effort to help me come out of my shell.
I have excellent history living with other cats, and enjoyed having a feline friend in my previous home. In fact, it is a requirement that I go to a home with a social cat that can be a role model and show me the ropes. Spirit cats like me do best having a companion at home!
Expectations should be kept low at first, and understand that I am going to need time (weeks to a month+:) to show more of my true personality. Based on history in my last home, one should expect me to always be a bit skittish with new people, so a low-traffic, quiet home will be best for me. I will do best with people in my bubble after time, but I am not the type of cat to go up to and greet visitors.
It is recommended that I be set up in my own space (an extra bedroom or bathroom) – a space that people or pets will not use unless going in to clean or feed. I should be left alone initially as I adjust. This space should include plenty of hiding places, ideally with access to a vertical surface such as a cat tree or a cat-proofed shelf. I can gradually be given more access to the home when I am confidently moving about my environment with relaxed body language when my adopter visits me in my room.
It cannot be stressed enough that I need to be allowed to adapt at my own pace, and that I am who I am and I need a patient, understanding adopter who will not push me or expect me to be anything other than who I am. Potential adopters can reach out with questions on how to help me adjust at home.
The shelter is open Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 4:30pm, with no appointment needed to meet available cats.
Compatibility:
Dogs: Possibly if quiet, calm, and able to co-exist.
Cats: YES PLEASE! I am required to go to a home with a social cat that can be a role model and show me the ropes.
Everyone loves Barbie and Ken – a classic pair! This is a cute little hen and rooster duo looking for a new coop. They would make a great addition to any backyard flock!
Our Swiftie hens are ready to find new homes! We have quite an array of breeds, sizes, personalities – and all of your favorite songs! These hens have some specific medical considerations, so please fill out an inquiry to chat with staff and see if they could be a good match for you.
Stewart and Harold are two senior rats looking for a home together!
Rats are nocturnal, highly social and extremely intelligent animals! Due to the highly social nature of rats we prefer to match them with homes with existing rats, or to adopters looking to take home two or more rats. Rats can be food driven (and great foragers!) making them excellent animals to train. We always recommend the use of positive reinforcement training with your animals, and are happy to provide more information on this topic.
We recommend providing a safe indoor enclosure that allows the rat plenty of space to exercise. The minimum cage size should be 2’x2.5’x2’, with good ventilation (no glass enclosures) and must have a solid base. Preferably the shelter includes multiple levels, with appropriate use of linens or paper bedding and lots of rat appropriate toys. Rats should never be housed with other animals, each species should always have its own housing.
The needs of each rat are unique and if you have questions about the right type of enclosure for the rat you are interested in, please give us a call!
* If you think you are a good fit, stop by Tues-Sun from 1-5 during our open hours! For more information on our adoption process, please visit www.mspca.org/capeadoptionprocess .
Spirit cats are very shy with people, and live in your home but are rarely seen – hence their name. They are cats who coexist in your home, and sometimes may grant you the opportunity to touch them – or they may not. Despite being shy with people, spirit cats are usually great with other cats! They are used to living with many cats, and can make excellent companions for cats in your home. It’s not uncommon for a spirit cat to get used to one or two people over time, and those people will be allowed to touch them and they may even choose to hang out near you or sleep on your bed at night. They are a great choice for people with a quiet household, who want to make a difference for an individual cat. Patience and understanding are the best tools when welcoming a spirit cat into your home. It’s important to know that spirit cats won’t magically turn into a normal acting cat – what you see is what you get for a long time, maybe always.
They are a fine choice for situations where you don’t have a lot of time to devote to a pet as they don’t require a lot of attention from humans. They are not a good choice for a busy home, including those with small children.
Guinea pigs can make wonderful pets! They are very social creatures which means that they generally need at least one companion! Of course guinea pigs should only be kept with other piggies of the same sex. A pair of guinea pigs needs at minimum 10.5 sq. feet of cage space, or roughly 30″ x 50″ with a solid bottom, but more room is always encouraged! Guinea pigs can be quite noisy which can be lovely as long as you are expecting it!
* If you think you are a good fit, stop by Tues-Sun from 1-5 during our open hours! For more information on our adoption process, please visit www.mspca.org/capeadoptionprocess .
Neutered Male
Age: 1 Year, 10 Months
Black
Domestic Short Hair
A439217
More about Casper:
I have the potential to be a sweet, gentle companion with a very cat-savvy adopter who is willing to put in the extra effort to help me come out of my shell.
I have excellent history living with other cats! I really enjoyed having feline friends, and we would most often be found playing together.
Expectations should be kept low at first, and understand that I will need time (weeks to a month+) to show more of my true personality. Based on history in my previous home, I will always be a bit skittish with new people, so a low-traffic, quiet home will be best for me. I will be great with people within my bubble after time, but I am not the type of cat to go up and greet visitors.
I need a very slow introduction to my new home, starting in one quiet room with managed hiding places and gradually be given more access to the house as I settle in. I may exist more as a spirit cat to start, but when quiet I can be near people and allow pets. I need to be allowed to adapt at my own pace, and my patient, understanding adopter will not push or expect me to be anything other than who I am!
The shelter is open Tuesday through Sunday from noon – 4:30pm, with no appointment needed to meet available cats.
Compatibility:
Cats: YES PLEASE!!! Will do best in a home with a social cat that can be his role model and show him the ropes. Spirit cats do best having a companion at home!
Dogs: Possible, if cat-savvy and mellow
Kids: Older, quiet and cat-savvy
Say hello to Moon! This little lady is ready for her new home.
*She has not been spayed yet but can still go home same-day. She will need to return to the shelter for her surgery once she is old enough!*
We recommend providing a safe indoor enclosure that allows a rabbit to stretch their legs and move around. The needs of each rabbit are unique and if you have questions about the right type of enclosure for the rabbit you are interested in, please let us know in your inquiry! We are happy to provide guidance and advice
* If you think you are a good fit and would like to learn more, feel free to stop by during our open hours. Our open hours are Tuesdays-Sundays from 1pm-5pm.