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  • 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.

  • Beagle dog looking up with Clear the Shelters logo to the right

    Clear the Shelters

    Animal Rescue League of Boston - Dedham location 55 Anna's Pl, Dedham, United States

    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. Stay tuned for more details! 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 ARL’s Jeffs Fund helps offset the cost of waived or reduced adoption fees to help animals who may be overlooked due to their medical needs, age, or personality find the homes they deserve. The

  • 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.

  • An illustration of animals including cats, dogs, and a bird with text "No Greater Love. A benefit fundraiser for Animal Rescue League of Boston - Cape Cod"

    No Greater Love: A Benefit for the Animal Rescue League of Boston

    Mary Heaton Vorse House 466 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA, United States

    Join the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) and our friends at the Provincetown Arts Society and Provincetown Art Association and Museum for our fourth annual No Greater Love event at the Mary Heaton Vorse House in Provincetown. Stay tuned for details.