Dog Orphans in Douglas, Massachusetts
About Dog Orphans
Dog Orphans is an animal shelter in Douglas, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Its name and records point to a focus on dogs. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1972. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Community Cat Connection, about 5.3 mi away.
Map
42.05410, -71.75586
What Dog Orphans does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Yes
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Community Cat Connection289 Thompson Rd #291, Webster, MAAnimal shelter5.3 mi
- Blackstone Valley Animal Control275 Douglas St, Uxbridge, MAAnimal control5.7 mi
- Oxford Animal Shelter80 Old Webster Rd, Oxford, MAAnimal shelter6.8 mi
- Pawfect Life Rescue195 Millville Rd, Uxbridge, MAAnimal rescue6.9 mi
- Pawfect Life Rescue195 Old Millville Rd, Uxbridge, MAAnimal rescue7.5 mi
- Oxford Animal Control450 Main St, Oxford, MAAnimal control7.8 mi
- TLC Pet Haven68 Worcester-Providence Turnpike, Sutton, MAAnimal shelter8.0 mi
- Lost and Found Cat Shelter459 Thompson Rd, Thompson, CTAnimal shelter8.1 mi
- Burrillville Animal Shelter131 Clear River Dr, Burrillville, RIAnimal shelter8.3 mi
- Friends of The North Smithfield Animal Shelter281 Quaker Hwy, North Smithfield, RIAnimal shelter8.8 mi
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Where is Dog Orphans located?
Dog Orphans is at 90 Webster St, Douglas, MA 01516 in Worcester County.
What are the hours of Dog Orphans?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (508) 476-1855 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Dog Orphans?
Start on dogorphans.com, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to Dog Orphans?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Dog Orphans tax-deductible?
Dog Orphans matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 23-7177684), with reported annual revenue of about $347,577. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
Related guides
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.
- Pet Adoption ChecklistWhat to prepare before you apply, what to bring on adoption day, the supplies to buy and how to pet-proof your home.
- Adopting a Senior PetThe benefits of adopting an older dog or cat, realistic health costs, questions to ask and how to help a senior pet settle in.