Help ARL “Clear the Shelters”
August 1 – August 31, 2026
The Animal Rescue League of Boston’s (ARL) Animal Care & Adoption Center locations in Boston, Cape Cod (Brewster), and Dedham will be participating in NBC’s annual Clear the Shelters campaign to help promote pet adoption and donations.
During the month of August, adoption fees for rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils, and parakeets will be waived, and adoption fees for large adult dogs, those one year or old that are over 40 lbs., will be reduced by $200. Scroll down to see our hours and learn more about our Adoption Forward process.
For all animals available for adoption, visit our Adopt a Pet page.
Animal Care & Adoption Center Hours
Mondays & Holidays: Closed
Tuesdays: By appointment only from 1:00PM – 6:00PM
Wednesdays-Sundays: Open from 1:00PM – 6:00PM
Boston
Animal Care &
Adoption Center
Dedham
Animal Care &
Adoption Center
The Tom Kingman Memorial Campus Cape Cod Animal Care & Adoption Center
“My boyfriend and I had been thinking about adopting a dog for a while. We visited the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s Dedham location without even knowing whether there would be any dogs available to meet that day. To our surprise, we met Ace. We spent a lot of time with him and knew we couldn’t leave without him.
Since that day, Ace has been the best dog. He has joined us on camping trips to Cape Cod, gone on countless hikes, and loves soaking up the sun.”
– Jill L., Ace’s adopter
Jeff’s Fund
Jeff’s Fund helps offset the cost of waived or reduced adoption fees to help more animals like him, who may be overlooked due to their medical needs, age, or personality, find the homes they deserve. The Fund also supports impactful adoption events like Clear the Shelters, helping even more animals get home.