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The Animal Rescue League of Boston is an unwavering champion for animals in need, committed to keeping them safe and healthy in habitats and homes.
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Press Release: Rescued Mini Donkeys Seek New Home
July 2, 2020
Bonded pair seized from hoarding-type situation A pair of mini donkeys who have come from previously traumatic situation were recently transferred from foster care to the Animal Rescue League of Bostonโs (ARL) Brewster Animal Care and Adoption Center, and are now searching for a new home. The donkeys, Brownie and Marshmallow, were seized from a hoarding-type situation in Plymouth County in late 2019 and were two of approximately 50 animals taken from the unsanitary conditions on the property. The former owner is facing animal cruelty charges, and the property has since been condemned. Twenty-year-old Brownie, and 13-year-old Marshmallow are neutered
Fireworks Can Increase Our Petโs Anxiety
July 1, 2020
Fireworks and July 4th go hand-in-hand, however with town and cities across Massachusetts cancelling annual fireworks displays, many have begun shooting off fireworks in their backyards and neighborhoods. Calls to authorities regarding fireworks in Boston are up a reported 2,300 percent, and surrounding states where the sale of fireworks are legal are reporting a tremendous surge in sales. First, fireworks are illegal in Massachusetts, and second, the sudden explosions can be detrimental and dangerous for our pets. To see local media coverage of this story by WCVB reporter/anchor Doug Meehan click here! To see local media coverage of this story
Cyanobacteria Blooms Discovered in Sections of Charles River
June 26, 2020
Algae dangerous to animals and humans This week, the Charles River Watershed Association released a public health warning after discovering blooms of cyanobacteria in several sites along the Charles River, from the Mass. Ave. Bridge to the Museum of Science. According to the advisory, swimmers and boaters should avoid contact with the water, and because the blue-green algae can be toxic to dogs, our canine friends should not be swimming in, or drinking this water as well. While the formation of blooms typically happens later in the summer, the watershed association acknowledges that the immense heat and amount of sunlight
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In 2019, your donations made a huge impact for animals in need
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The Animal Rescue League of Boston does not receive government grants or public funding (with the exception of limited COVID-19 relief funding) and relies on the generosity of our supporters to help animals in need.
