Adoption Events

The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is thrilled to partner with Hill’s Pet Nutrition to offer a special adoption promotion! From January 2 to January 12, 2025, adopters can save $100 on adoption fees for cats and dogs at ARL’s Animal Care & Adoption Center locations in Boston, Brewster (Cape Cod), and Dedham. Visit one of ARL’s Animal Care & Adoption Center locations during open hours to meet our amazing adoptable animals. You can also tag us on social media to share your pet’s #WelcomeHomeMoment to help us find a loving home for every shelter animal! Animal Care & Adoption

Adopt a Dog at Patriots Training Camp To kick off Patriots Training Camp on July 23, Heisman Kraft invites all fans to meet and adopt their Patriots Canine Companions. The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) will be one of three animal shelters on-site, featuring dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes for fans to meet and sign up to adopt. A huge thank you to the Kraft Family and the New England Patriots for their support and passion in giving dogs and pets a chance to find loving homes! More information about this dog adoption event.  Meet the Pawtriots

The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is teaming up with Copeland Subaru in Hyannis on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 9am – 12pm for a special adoption event! Animals from ARL’s Brewster Animal Care & Adoption Center will be available for adoption and there will be treats for pets and humans thanks to Hot Diggity and Bagelhound.

Join us for a Pawtriots Pet Draft & Watch Party! On Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12:00–3:00 PM, head to Gillette Stadium’s Sports Illustrated Pavilion (1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA) for a fun-filled, family-friendly afternoon celebrating pets and football. Hosted by the Kraft family and the New England Patriots Foundation, this special event brings together the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) and other local shelters, all featuring adoptable dogs ready to meet their future families. Enjoy appearances by Patriots players and alumni, Patriots cheerleaders, and Pat Patriot, plus food, beverages, and activities for all ages. Admission is free! Guests

To kick off Patriots Training Camp on Saturday, July 25, the Kraft family and the New England Pawtriots invite fans to support local shelter and rescue dogs in need. Join New England Patriots players and the Pawtriots in finding dogs a home. Dogs of all breeds, age, and size will be on-site in partnership with the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL), Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts, Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton, Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue, Potter League of Rhode Island, and Second Chance Animal Services. Learn more about this pet adoption event. Thank you to the Pawtriots,

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 small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils, and parakeets will be waived, and adoption fees for large adult dogs, those one year or older that are over 40 lbs., will be reduced by $200. For all animals available for adoption, visit our Adopt a Pet page. Animal Care & Adoption Center Hours: Mondays & Holidays: Closed

The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is teaming up with Hill’s Pet Nutrition for “Home Sweet Homecoming,” a nationwide adoption campaign taking place September 30 through October 4. Inspired by the excitement of school homecoming, the campaign celebrates the new beginnings that come with welcoming a pet into your family. From Sept. 30 through Oct. 4, Hill’s is waiving adoption fees for large dogs weighing 40 pounds or more. During the five-day campaign, adoption fees will be waived for eligible dogs 40 pounds or more at ARL’s Boston, Brewster, and Dedham Animal Care & Adoption Centers, thanks to a