This cute little lady goes by Ellie. Our friend Ellie has not had an easy past. She’s from an unsanitary and unsafe enviornment where she was likely unable to do “normal dog” things. becuase of this, Ellie is fairly hesitant and unsure about the world around her. She’s an older lady with an old soul. She likes to quietly putter around and relax. Ellie’s dream home is somewhere warm and cozy, with a nice squishy dog bed and fluffy blankets to nestle into. her dream home would let her get comfortable at her own pace, without any expectations aboutt how fast she will warm up. Ellie is also experiencing some level of blindness, so a home that is set up to accomodate her visual impairments is a must! If you are looking to open your home to a worried old couch potato- she is ready for her next chapter!

Stop by our Boston Adoption Center to meet Ellie. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 12pm - 3pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Ellie

Chihuahua - Smooth Coated / Jack (Parson) Russell Terrier

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 7 Years

Ellie

Chihuahua - Smooth Coated / Jack (Parson) Russell Terrier

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 7 Years

Adoption fee: $15

*Please be sure your town regulations allow for roosters on your property before you inquire about adoption!*

Roosters for hire! We have so many good boys hanging out in our bachelor pad waiting for a flock of ladies of their very own. Our roosters are respectful of people and social with other birds – they are ready to do their job of protecting your hens! Roosters are full of personality and make great additions to any hobby flock!

Please reach out if you have room in your coop by clicking Inquire or Meet Me to fill out an application. Farm bird adopters are also welcome to drop in during our shelter open hours each week Tuesday – Sunday between 12 and 4:30 PM (closed Mondays).

We conduct adoptions for horses, chickens, and all farm animals on an appointment basis only. Fill out an Inquiry for a Horse or Farm Animal.

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Harrison

Chicken

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 1 Years

Harrison

Chicken

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 1 Years

Meet Neo!
This sweet, sensitive guy has been through multiple transitions in his young life, and is looking for a quiet, dog savvy home of his own! Neo can be a bit conflicted when meeting new people and going new places, but with a gentle hand and positive reinforcement training, he has been making great strides. Our behavior team is excited to work with his new family on how to best support him as he settles in to his new life. Once he is comfortable, Neo is a wiggly, waggy, cuddly pup who loves long sniffy walks, and quiet time with his friends.

Neo can live with dog and human siblings that are identified as good matches to his gentle personality. Any housemates should meet him here to ensure harmony. Come in and chat with our staff and see if Neo could be your next best friend!

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Neo. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Neo

Dalmatian / Labrador Retriever

Location Salem

Gender Male

Age 7 Months

Neo

Dalmatian / Labrador Retriever

Location Salem

Gender Male

Age 7 Months

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Cider. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Cider

Great Dane Mix

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 1 Years

Cider

Great Dane Mix

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 1 Years

Molasses is a little Over the Garden Wall soul—she may be wary of new paths and unfamiliar faces at first, but once she knows you, she warms right up and leans in for all the gentle scratches and pets. Still learning her way through the woods, she’s wonderfully treat-motivated and excited to train with someone who’ll guide her kindly toward her happily ever after. Molasses could live with another role model dog, a dog-savvy cat, and/or kids who are excited to participate in her training.

Stop by our Boston Adoption Center to meet Molasses. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 12pm - 3pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Molasses

German Shepherd Dog / Labrador Retriever

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 5 Months

Molasses

German Shepherd Dog / Labrador Retriever

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 5 Months

Meet the sweet and sensitive, Red. This girl has had a pretty rough past, but she’s ready to start fresh. Red came from an unsafe and unsanitary enviornment where she never got to practice being a “real dog.” This means that everything outside of her previous living environment is new(and therefore, frightening) to her. She is looking for a safe place to land where she can slowly come out of her shell at her own pace- without any expectations. She would benefit from a very quiet, predictable environment where no social pressure could be put on her.

Stop by our Boston Adoption Center to meet Red. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 12pm - 3pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Red

Carolina Dog

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 3 Years

Red

Carolina Dog

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 3 Years

Apollo is an older male rabbit who can be very loving once comfortable! He is litterbox trained, has a good history living around kids, and loves to run the home. He does have a history of chewing on cables, and will need to be in a rabbit proofed space.

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, please click on the blue Inquire link above and fill out the form, or submit an inquiry at mspca.org/nevinsadopt. If you just want to browse in person feel free to stop by during our open hours.

* If you are not ready to adopt, but are in a position to donate, please visit www.mspca.org/nevinsgift .

Many housing units sold in pet stores are too small for the behavioral needs of Rabbits. If you looking to purchase housing, visit our web page for recommendations on the best housing for small animals.

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Apollo

Lionhead

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 6 Years

Apollo

Lionhead

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 6 Years

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!

Stop by our Cape Cod Adoption Center to meet Tommy. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 1pm-4pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

Many housing units sold in pet stores are too small for the behavioral needs of Guinea Pigs. If you looking to purchase housing, visit our web page for recommendations on the best housing for small animals.

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Tommy

Guinea Pig

Location Cape Cod

Gender Male

Age 2 Years

Tommy

Guinea Pig

Location Cape Cod

Gender Male

Age 2 Years

Case is the perfect puppy package handsome, smart, sweet,
playful and full of potential. What more could you ask for! At only 8
months old Case`s lucky adopters will get to experience the more `mature`
side of his puppyhood (congrats on escaping the nipping-shark-teeth
stage!).

Case is a happy, bouncy, wiggly pup who has been responding well to
positive reinforcement training since coming into our care. He loves to
play and is full of energy, and will make a great companion for a hiker,
runner, or anyone who loves being outdoors. Case has done well playing with
a few of the calmer dogs at the shelter, but the more rambunctious ones
with rowdier play styles seem to make him a little nervous. Because of
this, we think Case would be happy as an only dog, or potentially with a
canine sibling who is on the calmer, more mellow side.

Case is an eager learner is looking for a patient owner to help him master
polite greetings, leash skills, and puppy basicstraining together will
be a fun and rewarding journey!

If you think Case could be a good match for your home and would like to learn more, stop by our Nevins Farm Adoption Center in Methuen. We have open adoption hours Tuesday – Sunday from 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm with no appointment or application needed.

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.

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Case

Labrador Retriever Mix

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 9 Months

Case

Labrador Retriever Mix

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 9 Months

We conduct adoptions for horses, chickens, and all farm animals on an appointment basis only. Fill out an Inquiry for a Horse or Farm Animal.

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Charlie

Quail

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Unknown

Age 5 Months

Charlie

Quail

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Unknown

Age 5 Months

Bouy Wonder is a happy, bouncy guy who`s always on the move! He
enjoys leash walks with his human and canine friends, and having a good
`rough and tumble` play session with dogs who have a similar play style.
Bouy Wonder is handsome, smart and full of energyhe`s looking for a
family who`s looking to bring some excitement (and love!) into their life,
and who has time to give him the mental and physical stimulation he needs.
Buoy Wonder could possibly live with other dogs, cats and/or kids after a
successful meet-and-greet at our adoption center.

If you think Bouy Wonder could be a good match for your home and would like to learn more, stop by our Nevins Farm Adoption Center in Methuen. We have open adoption hours Tuesday – Sunday from 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm with no appointment or application needed.

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.

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Bouy Wonder

Pit Bull Terrier

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 4 Years

Bouy Wonder

Pit Bull Terrier

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 4 Years

Meet Marshmallow!
This bouncy girl is full or spunk! She is very smart, and is doing great as she begins her work on her manners. She is looking for someone who is dedicated to using positive reinforcement training to continue this work so she can shine in her new home! Her favorite things include long sniffy walks, and romping around the yard with stuffy toys. Once she is comfortbale, she is also a great snuggle partner.

Marshmallow has a pretty forward & pushy approach when interacting with other dogs, and should be the only dog in the home. Once her family gets to know her more, she can potentially have dog friends with slower introductions. This happy girl is still honing in her housebreaking skills, and would need a puppy proofed space to slowly acclimate to house life! Your new adventure buddy awaits, come see her today!

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Marshmallow. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Marshmallow

American Bulldog Mix

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 3 Years

Marshmallow

American Bulldog Mix

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 3 Years

Meet Chucky! He’s a smart, active, silly guy who loves training and sniffy walks. Chucky is a foodie, and will happily settle down with a long-lasting chew after a nice walk or game of fetch. He walks great on leash with a harness, and enjoys zooming around our yards with his dog or human friends. Chucky has had mixed experiences with other dogs, and generally does well during supervised play but should ideally be the only dog in the home. If you’re excited about positive reinforcement training, have a good sense of humor, and don’t mind a bark that sounds *exactly* like a seal, Chucky could be the dog for you!

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Chucky. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Chucky

Doberman Pinscher Mix

Location Salem

Gender Male

Age 4 Years

Chucky

Doberman Pinscher Mix

Location Salem

Gender Male

Age 4 Years

This dove is part of a large surrender that came to us in part due to overcrowding. They did not receive a lot of socialization so they can be shy and skittish around people, but if given enough time to adjust can be lovely companions. They are currently living in groups and do well with other doves.

Doves can be tamed but tend to be more “hands off” birds. They tend to vocalize throughout the day with a “coo”, dissimilar to the screeching or whistling of many other birds. Doves can be found around the world, and can live up to 10 years with proper nutrition and care. We recommend that doves live in pairs or groups whenever possible.

We recommend a cage that is at least 32”x23” (Width x depth) with a maximum of ?-¾” bar spacing. Cages should include lots of flat surfaces to perch on, trays for food/water and lots of toys for enrichment. Unlike many other species of birds, doves are unable to climb up cage bars, and tend to move back and forth making a wider cage more appealing to them. Doves should be provided with regular opportunities for bathing, and unlike parrots require grit as part of their regular diet to aid in digestion.

The needs of each dove are unique and if you have questions about the right type of enclosure for the dove you are interested in, please visit us and talk with our volunteers/staff! We are happy to provide guidance and advice.

* If you think you are a good fit and would like to learn more, or if you just want to browse in person feel free to stop by during our open hours.

* If you are not ready to adopt, but are in a position to donate, please visit www.mspca.org/nevinsgift .

Stop by our Boston Adoption Center to meet Cheerio. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 12pm - 3pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

Many housing units sold in pet stores are too small for the behavioral needs of a bird. If you looking to purchase housing, visit our web page for recommendations on the best housing for birds.

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Cheerio

Dove

Location Boston

Gender Unknown

Age 2 Years

Cheerio

Dove

Location Boston

Gender Unknown

Age 2 Years

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Piri. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Piri

Chihuahua - Smooth Coated

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 4 Years

Piri

Chihuahua - Smooth Coated

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 4 Years

If you think Leo could be a good match for your home and would like to learn more, stop by our Nevins Farm Adoption Center in Methuen. We have open adoption hours Tuesday – Sunday from 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm with no appointment or application needed.

You are welcome to enter our cat rooms during open hours. Staff and volunteers will be happy to assist you!

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Leo

Domestic Shorthair

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 3 Years

Leo

Domestic Shorthair

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Male

Age 3 Years

Meet the sweet and sensitive Spot. This girl has had a pretty rough past, but she’s ready to start fresh. Spot came from an unsafe and unsanitary enviornment where she never got to practice being a “real dog.” This means that everything outside of her previous living environment is new(and therefore, frightening) to her. She is looking for a safe place to land where she can slowly come out of her shell at her own pace- without any expectations. She would benefit from a very quiet, predictable environment where no social pressure could be put on her.

Stop by our Boston Adoption Center to meet Spot. We have open adoption hours Tuesday-Sunday from 12pm - 3pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Spot

Australian Cattle Dog Mix

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 4 Years

Spot

Australian Cattle Dog Mix

Location Boston

Gender Female

Age 4 Years

Budgerigars, the most common parakeet we see, are native to Australia where they live in massive flocks in the grasslands. Parakeets tend to be docile, gentle, can be easy to tame and can even talk! Despite their small size, these birds can have large vocabularies and can make a wonderful training companion. We recommend that parakeets live in pairs or groups whenever possible. Parakeets can live up to 7-15 years with proper nutrition and care, and can be a loyal companion.

We recommend a cage that is at least 27”x24” (Width x depth) with a maximum of ½” bar spacing. Cages should include lots of perches, trays for food/water and lots of toys for enrichment. Nests can be provided but should be removed if any females begin to lay eggs. We do not recommend a seed only diet as it can lead to malnutrition and other potential issues, please consult your vet for specific diet recommendations.

The needs of each parakeet are unique and if you have questions about the right type of enclosure for the parakeet you are interested in, please visit us and talk with our volunteers/staff! We are happy to provide guidance and advice.

* If you think you are a good fit and would like to learn more, or if you just want to browse in person feel free to stop by during our open hours.

* If you are not ready to adopt, but are in a position to donate, please visit www.mspca.org/nevinsgift .

Many housing units sold in pet stores are too small for the behavioral needs of a bird. If you looking to purchase housing, visit our web page for recommendations on the best housing for birds.

Please read about our adoption process before submitting an inquiry.

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Triscuit

Parakeet

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Unknown

Age 4 Years

Triscuit

Parakeet

Location Nevins Farm

Gender Unknown

Age 4 Years

Meet Friendly! Friendly is a special type of cat we lovingly call a Spirit cat! Spirit cats are very shy and prefer to spend time out of sight. New people and environments can be overwhelming at first and adopters should expect to see very little of Friendly as they are settling in. We often can’t predict how a spirit cat will be after they settle in – some become comfortable around their family and choose to spend time with them by sharing the same space or allowing some petting, while others continue to prefer to hide when there’s any commotion. Spirit cats generally prefer to spend their time around other cats and make an excellent kitty friend to a cat already in the home. Our staff can help prepare adopters to welcome a spirit cat into a quiet home, but patience and understanding will go a long way with Friendly.

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Friendly. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

You are welcome to enter our cat rooms during open hours. Staff and volunteers will be happy to assist you!

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Friendly

Domestic Shorthair

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 5 Years

Friendly

Domestic Shorthair

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 5 Years

Astro is a super sweet and energetic young guy who is ready for his next adventure! He is very playful, and is looking for an active family who has lots of time and energy to help keep him entertained. Astro loves other dogs and would likely do well with another high energy friend who can keep up with him! Astro loves to snuggle with everyone he meets, and always enjoys running around in the yard. He would likely make a great companion for someone who wants a running buddy or who lives an active lifestyle.

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Astro. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Astro

Border Collie Mix

Location Salem

Gender Male

Age 1 Years

Astro

Border Collie Mix

Location Salem

Gender Male

Age 1 Years

Meet Cookie! This sweet, sensitive girl is looking for a quiet and understanding home to call her own. She came to us when her family’s landlord stopped allowing pets, after they raised her from a puppy. Cookie has a history of house training, loves to snuggle up to her people, and easily self-entertains with toys. Once she feels safe, she truly believes she is a lap dog.

Cookie is shy, and can be fearful with new people and in new environments. When uncomfortable, she may try to avoid interaction or communicate that she needs space. She’s looking for a patient adopter who understands dog body language and can read her in these moments, advocate for her needs, and help her feel safe and comfortable as she settles in. Cookie has shown that she is uncomfortable around other dogs, and would prefer to be the only dog in the home. She’ll need an adopter who is committed to avoiding dog-heavy environments, and can provide leash walks in quiet areas or access to private, fenced-in spaces. A nice quiet neighborhood will be best for her comfort.

Cookie has a history of living with a cat, and could be successful again with slow, thoughtful introductions. She may do well in a home with kids who can help provide structure and training support as she continues to learn, and who understand to let her approach and interact on her terms. With time, consistency, and positive reinforcement, Cookie will be a deeply loving, affectionate companion. She is searching for a calm home, a predictable routine, and someone who is ready to meet her where she is, and earn her trust one gentle step at a time.

Stop by Northeast Animal Shelter to meet Cookie. We have open adoption hours 7 days a week from 11:30am-5pm - no appointment needed to speak to a staff person regarding available pets.

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Cookie

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mix

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 3 Years

Cookie

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mix

Location Salem

Gender Female

Age 3 Years