Want to add to your family? Look no further than these Plymouth animal shelters for a pet available for adoption. Many shelter animals are still looking for their forever home and shelters are still working to fulfill adoptions and place pets with families.
Millions of pets are surrendered or taken in each year by shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Of those, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. Shelters often look after other animals in search of a permanent home as well, including pigs, birds and even horses.
However, only half of all shelter animals — about 3.2 million — are adopted each year, ASPCA data shows. This means millions of animals —
With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week’s list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you’re looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family.
Click on any listing for more information or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. If you’re a local shelter looking to see your adoptable pets appear on Patch, you’ll need to list them through Petfinder . All readers are encouraged to report errors or other feedback to [email protected] .
Fang
- Name: Fang
- Species: Cat
- Location: Standish Humane Society, Duxbury, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
- Description: “I am named Fang but I don’t usually show my fangs. I am a long hair sweetheart that needs a…” Learn more
Sherry
- Name: Sherry
- Species: Cat
- Location: Standish Humane Society, Duxbury, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Learn more
Itsy Bitsy
- Name: Itsy Bitsy
- Species: Cat
- Location: Its All About The Animals Inc, 103 Marion Road, Rochester, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Meet Itsy Bitsy! Itsy Bitsy is a 5 year old adult female cat. She is very friendly and loves a…” Learn more
POP
- Name: POP
- Species: Dog
- Location: Buddy And Friends Animal Rescue, Pembroke, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Mister Pop! Pop is a 6-month-old Pit Mix! He has settled nicely into his foster home. He is working on…” Learn more
Fezzik
- Name: Fezzik
- Species: Dog
- Location: Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association Inc, Marshfield, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Labrador Retriever Mix
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Ready to meet your new BFF? Big Friendly Fezzik is a gentle giant who craves human companionship. This sweet one…” Learn more
Jeter & Benji
- Name: Jeter & Benji
- Species: Dog
- Location: Golden Huggs Rescue Inc, Mashpee, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Golden Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Newbie Alert: BONDED PAIR: Meet 2 year old BENJI, super mutt, & his loving mate, 4 year old Golden Retriever,…” Learn more
SPEEDY
- Name: SPEEDY
- Species: Cat
- Location: Mspca Cape Cod Animal Care And Adoption Center, 1577 Falmouth Rd., Centerville, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Meet Speedy! This handsome boy was recently transferred to us from another shelter in Maryland. He is a mellow cat…” Learn more
CADI
- Name: CADI
- Species: Cat
- Location: Mspca Cape Cod Animal Care And Adoption Center, 1577 Falmouth Rd., Centerville, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Long Hair Domestic Short Hair Mix
- Description: “Meet Cadi! This owl-eyed fluffy lady came to us on a recent transport. Though Cadi is still deciding just how…” Learn more
MOJO JOJO
- Name: MOJO JOJO
- Species: Cat
- Location: Mspca Cape Cod Animal Care And Adoption Center, 1577 Falmouth Rd., Centerville, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Meet Mojo Jojo! This handsome orange boy was recently tranferred to us from a shelter in Maryland. He is a…” Learn more
DESTINY
- Name: DESTINY
- Species: Cat
- Location: Mspca Cape Cod Animal Care And Adoption Center, 1577 Falmouth Rd., Centerville, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Meet Destiny! This pretty lady was recently transferred to us from another shelter in Tennessee. She is on the shier…” Learn more
Bella
- Name: Bella
- Species: Dog
- Location: Cat Lovers Rescue, Brockton, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever American Staffordshire Terrier Mix
- Description: “Approx 2 yrs, Bella is one beautiful girl – with a heart to match! Just look at that smile! :)…” Learn more
Drako
- Name: Drako
- Species: Dog
- Location: Cat Lovers Rescue, Brockton, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, American Staffordshire Terrier
- Description: “Approx 8 mths, Drako has already won the hearts of all the volunteers! He just came into the shelter and…” Learn more
Westley
- Name: Westley
- Species: Dog
- Location: Scituate Animal Shelter, 780 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Westley is the kind of dog who gets overlooked a lot in shelters. We hope this very handsome man can…” Learn more
Gracie- hospice home needed
- Name: Gracie- hospice home needed
- Species: Cat
- Location: Scituate Animal Shelter, 780 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
- Description: “Gracie is a sweet young cat who has a hard time finding a home. She was adopted as a young…” Learn more
Karen
- Name: Karen
- Species: Dog
- Location: Animal Protection Center Of Southeastern Ma, 1300 West Elm Street Extension, Brockton, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Meet Karen! Do not worry….she’s not your average Karen. This Karen will not want to speak to a manager and…” Learn more
Lindt
- Name: Lindt
- Species: Dog
- Location: Animal Protection Center Of Southeastern Ma, 1300 West Elm Street Extension, Brockton, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever
- Description: “Meet Lindt! This sweet 8 month old chocolate lab mix is looking for his forever home! Lindt is a hyper…” Learn more
Marcos
- Name: Marcos
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animal Protection Center Of Southeastern Ma, 1300 West Elm Street Extension, Brockton, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Say Hi to Marcos, Marcos is a 10 month old neutered male who made his way to us from Boston….” Learn more
Dallas
- Name: Dallas
- Species: Dog
- Location: Animal Protection Center Of Southeastern Ma, 1300 West Elm Street Extension, Brockton, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Dallas is the cutiest, happiest pupster in the world! This happy loving girl is looking for an amazing home! She…” Learn more
Stunning Shadow
- Name: Stunning Shadow
- Species: Cat
- Location: Paws4survival Rescue Inc, Randolph, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Russian Blue Korat Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “This sweet handsome Tom cat was being advertised for free on a town social media page. We jumped into action…” Learn more
Gorgeous Georgina
- Name: Gorgeous Georgina
- Species: Cat
- Location: Paws4survival Rescue Inc, Randolph, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Meet gorgeous, gregarious and gentle Georgina. Georgina loves every one and everything and is a sweet heart. She comes to…” Learn more
Perfect Panky
- Name: Perfect Panky
- Species: Dog
- Location: Paws4survival Rescue Inc, Randolph, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Chocolate Labrador Retriever
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “This chocolate lab puppy is a stunner. To even imagine he was found at one month of age, alone on…” Learn more
Captivating Casanova
- Name: Captivating Casanova
- Species: Cat
- Location: Paws4survival Rescue Inc, Randolph, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Meet Captivating Casanova. The heart on his nose says it all. He loves, loves, loves people and will literally give…” Learn more
Regal Renzo
- Name: Regal Renzo
- Species: Cat
- Location: Paws4survival Rescue Inc, Randolph, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Burmese Mix
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Meet Renzo, a stunning black kitten from Old San Juan. Rescued and cared for by our partner Save A Gato….” Learn more
Out of this world Orion
- Name: Out of this world Orion
- Species: Cat
- Location: Paws4survival Rescue Inc, Randolph, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Meet out if this world Orion. And he truly is. Sweet, talkative, friendly, playful, cuddly. Orion has it all. He…” Learn more
Matt
- Name: Matt
- Species: Cat
- Location: Town Of Swansea Animal Shelter, Swansea, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Meet our boy Matt ? Matt is approximately 4 years old, a very sweet and affectionate boy. He was found…” Learn more
Chappy
- Name: Chappy
- Species: Dog
- Location: Westie Rescue Of New England Inc, Norton, MA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Miniature Dachshund
- Description: “Hi Everyone my name is Chappy, I am a 4 year old healthy and happy Mini-Dachshund . I am smart,…” Learn more
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