Humane Societies in Massachusetts
There are 12 humane societies in Massachusetts in our directory. Humane societies are independent, mostly nonprofit organizations that shelter and rehome animals. Local humane societies are not branches of the Humane Society of the United States.
Listed when the official name identifies the organization as a humane society.
Humane Societies in Massachusetts
- Buddy Dog Humane Society151 Boston Post Rd · Sudbury, MAHumane society
- Lowell Humane Society951 Broadway St · Lowell, MAHumane society
- Milford Humane Society289 West St · Milford, MAHumane society
- Standish Humane Society622 Congress St · Duxbury, MAHumane society
- The Humane Society and Shelter SouthCoast31 Ventura Dr North · Dartmouth, MAHumane society
- Baypath Humane Society500 Legacy Farms N · Hopkinton, MAHumane society
- Dakin Humane Society171 Union St · Springfield, MAHumane society
- Berkshire Humane Society214 Barker Rd · Pittsfield, MAHumane society
- Dakin Pioneer Valley Humane Society163 Montague Rd · Leverett, MAHumane society
- Metrowest Humane Society30 Pond St · Ashland, MAHumane society
- Massachusetts Humane SocietyEast Weymouth, MAHumane society
- Donations for Lowell Humane SocietyLowell, MAHumane society
Humane Societies by city in Massachusetts
Other organization types in Massachusetts
Frequently asked questions
What is a humane society?
Humane societies are independent, mostly nonprofit organizations that shelter and rehome animals. Local humane societies are not branches of the Humane Society of the United States.
How many humane societies are in Massachusetts?
We list 12 humane societies in Massachusetts. Listed when the official name identifies the organization as a humane society.
Why might an organization be missing from this list?
We only list an organization here when the source data, the official name or a verified correction confirms it. If you know one that belongs on this page, open its listing and use "Suggest a correction", or add it through our submission form.
How does adopting work?
Start on the shelter's or rescue's own website: most post their adoptable animals there and on Petfinder or Adopt-a-Pet. Visit or call to meet an animal, then fill in an adoption application. Expect to show a photo ID, and if you rent, proof that your landlord allows pets. The adoption fee usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Fees vary by organization and by animal, so ask the shelter directly.
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- 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.
- 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.