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  • Illustration for the Animal Rescue League of Boston's Summer Pet Fête at The Edward Gorey House. Features a whimsical character and a large, playful cat silhouette on a green background.

    Edward Gorey Summer Pet Fête

    Please join us on Friday, May 29th for a Summer Pet Fête: a gathering of canines and interested humans at the Edward Gorey House. Enjoy an evening of excellent food and drink, dubious company, and some degree of tail-wagging. Catered by the Family Table Collaborative. Wines generously contributed by Josh Wines with other beverages available – including our Gashlycrumbtini Cocktail. A number of canine guests will also be on hand, though they will not be allowed cocktails. Tickets, which include all food & beverages, are $75/person. Our Premium Pet Fête Ticket of $100/person gets you a souvenir matted commemorative print,

  • A group of illustrated dogs and cats sit together, each wearing a red collar with a tag. Logos of the Animal Rescue League of Boston, City of Boston, and other animal organizations are displayed below.

    City of Boston Low-Cost Rabies Clinic

    BCYF Tobin Community Center 1481 Tremont St, Roxbury

    The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is teaming up with the City of Boston to provide low-cost rabies vaccines on Saturday, June 6 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the BCYF Tobin Community Center (1481 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02120) . This clinic is first come, first served, no appointments are needed. Space is limited.  Rabies Vaccine Fees for Cats and Dogs Three-year rabies vaccines will be given if you are able to show proof of previous rabies vaccines. Boston residents: $5 Boston residents over the age of 70: $2 Non-residents: $10 Dog Licensing Fees $15 spayed/neutered (please provide proof)

  • A group of small dogs on leashes walking down the street with people behind them

    Provincetown Pet Pawrade and Party

    The Crown & Anchor 247 Commercial St, Provincetown, United States

    You’re Invited! Provincetown Pet Pawrade and Party Saturday, June 6, 2026 11:30am-3:00pm Pets are family. Join us to celebrate this special bond and the start of summer at ARL’s second annual Provincetown Pet Pawrade and Party on Saturday, June 6, 2026! Well-behaved pets of all ages and species and their parents are invited to meet us at The Crown & Anchor at 11:30am where we will enjoy a pet inspired cocktail while we bark, meow, and talk amongst ourselves until 12:00pm when we will take the party onto Commercial Street. With the help of our honorary pawrade marshals, we invite

  • A colorful parrot drinks from a coconut with a straw against a vibrant sunset and palm trees, perched on a wooden sign reading "Free Jacks."

    New England Free Jacks Summer Kick Off – Pet Food Collection Drive

    Veterans Memorial Stadium 850 Hancock St, Quincy, MA, United States

    Join our friends, the New England Free Jacks, on Sunday, June 7 at 12:00 PM for On Island Time: Summer Kickoff! Enjoy an exciting Rivalry Rugby Showdown, a festival atmosphere with Fan Zone activations, Summer Sips tasting experience, live music from Studio Two, and an All-Jacks Rugby Exhibition. Guests are encouraged to bring an unopened bag of dog or cat food to support the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s (ARL) pet food drive. Purchase your tickets today.

  • A banner for Lobby Day for Animals 2026 featuring a happy dog on the left, a crowd of people in the center, and a curious cat on the right.

    Lobby Day for Animals

    Massachusetts State House 24 Beacon St, Boston, MA, United States

    Join fellow advocates, legislators, and animal protection organizations for Lobby Day for Animals, an opportunity to speak up for those who can’t speak for themselves and support meaningful change for animals across the Commonwealth. Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM Location: Great Hall, Massachusetts State House 24 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02133 There is a charge of $15 for morning beverages, lunch, a special Lobby Day branded surprise, and to help offset costs to attend Lobby Day. Registration closes at 6:00 PM on Friday, June 5—secure your spot today!

    $15
  • Three labrador retrievers sit on a sunny patio by the water, looking happy. One wears a purple bandana, while the others have harnesses.

    Wequassett Resort and Golf Club’s Paws & Rosé Yappy Hour

    Wequassett Resort & Golf Club 2173 Head of the Bay Road, Route 28, Harwich, MA, United States

    Join us at Wequassett Resort and Golf Club for Paws & Rosé Yappy Hour, a dog-friendly evening on the Garden Terrace overlooking beautiful Pleasant Bay. Enjoy a crisp glass of rosé, live entertainment, and good company while your pup mingles and makes a few new friends. This event is free and open to all, with a cash bar available. Guests are encouraged to bring dog food, treats, or pet supplies to help fill a BMW with donations for pets in need at the Animal Rescue League of Boston's (ARL) Brewster Animal Care & Adoption Center. Pups must remain leashed throughout

  • The Fun and Exciting World of Animals text banner

    The Fun and Exciting World of Animals

    Boston Public Library - Codman 690 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA, United States

    Join us at the Boston Public Library’s Codman Square (Dorchester) Branch for our series “The Fun and Exciting World of Animals”. Each month, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) team will be on-site discussing a fun animal-themed topic. No registration is required.

  • three kittens being held by ARL staff member

    Kitten Shower

    ARL Dedham Administrative Building 10 Anna's Pl, Dedham, MA, United States

    Join us for a free, family-friendly afternoon on Sunday July 12, 2026, from 2:00pm-4:00pm at ARL’s Solomon Family Administration Building (10 Anna’s Pl, Dedham) to celebrate kittens and support the tiny babies who need our community most this kitten season! Enjoy kitten meet and greets, games, cake, and a foster info session for anyone interested in helping kittens in need. We are especially looking for bottle baby fosters and fosters who can care for nursing moms with kittens. Want to bring a shower gift? We are most in need of kitten formula, blankets, heating discs, and Royal Canin Mother &

    Free
  • Energetic dog wearing a green bandana runs toward a soccer ball in a lively outdoor event. Sign reads 'Pup Cup: Soccer Yappier Hour' with details below.

    Yappier Hour Pup Cup at the Liberty Hotel

    The Liberty Hotel 215 Charles Street, Boston, MA, United States

    Head to The Liberty Hotel's Yard (84 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108) for Pup Cup, a soccer-inspired edition of Yappier Hour benefiting the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL)! Soccer fans, dog lovers, and their four-legged teammates are invited to enjoy an afternoon of specialty cocktails, frozen favorites, music, giveaways, and dog-friendly patio fun. Register for this free event today! Event highlights include: Soccer-inspired cocktails and frozen drinks Dog-friendly patio seating Soccer-themed photo opportunities Best Dressed Pup Contest Giveaways and prizes Music and summer patio vibes Guests are encouraged to dress their pups in their favorite jersey, team colors, or

  • The Fun and Exciting World of Animals text banner

    The Fun and Exciting World of Animals

    Boston Public Library - East Boston 365 Bremen St, East Boston, MA, United States

    Join us at the Boston Public Library’s East Boston Branch for our series “The Fun and Exciting World of Animals”. Each month, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) team will be on-site discussing a fun animal-themed topic. No registration is required.

  • A dog's nose peeks through vibrant purple hydrangeas. "AGWAY of Cape Cod" and the Animal Rescue League of Boston and Sandy Paws Rescue logos are visible. The scene is playful and cheerful.

    Paws & Petals Yappy Hour at Agway of Cape Cod

    Agway of Cape Cod 686 Rt. 134, South Dennis, United States

    Paws & Petals Yappy Hour, a dog friendly garden party benefiting the Animal Rescue League of Boston's (ARL) Brewster Animal Care & Adoption Center and Sandy Paws Rescue. Bring the whole family, pups included, for live music from Cape Cod’s X radio station (106.5 and 102.3), food from Junior Betts BBQ, beverages from Cape Cod Beer, fresh flower bouquets, raffles, pup-friendly activities, a special Yappetizer Bar, garden center sales, and more. Purchase your tickets today! Be sure to stop by ARL's table to meet the team and grab some ARL swag for you and your pup! Tickets: $15 in advance,

    $20
  • A graphic showing a New England Patriots player holding a puppy. There is text displayed to the right.

    Pawtriots Training Camp Pet Adoption Event

    Gillette Stadium 1 Patriot Pl, Foxborough, MA, United States

    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,