The following dogs are listed as a courtesy to fellow rescue
groups/shelters. They are not NEARR dogs and therefore NEARR cannot attest
to the temperament or health of these dogs. You must use the contact
information listed for more information.
We are not regularly updated as to the status of these dogs. Feel free
to contact webmaster@nearr.com if
you discover that any of this information is out of date.
For more retrievers available for adoption, please go to http://www.petfinder.org/. This site
indexes pets from many shelters and rescue organizations around the
country.
Massachusetts

We are estimating that Otis is about 7 years old. It appears he has never
had any formal training. The behavior problem that has prevented his
adoption (despite great interest otherwise) is that he is destructive. He
is VERY oral, and given anything, will tear it to shreds. This includes
bedding and toys. Left alone, he will destroy furniture, and clothing. With
positive focus, he does well. But without that focus, he gets bored. He
needs a purpose, and someone who has the time, patience and knowledge to
devote to training him. We don't feel that Otis is a lost cause. We just
do not have the time or staff to devote to him, and do not want to see him
continue his bad habits and live his life in a shelter.
Otis is up to date with routine vaccinations, but has not been neutered
yet. If anyone is able to take him, we would be more than happy to have
that done first. Thank you for your consideration.
Forever Paws Animal Shelter
Fall River, MA
1-508-677-9154
Banjo is approximately 1-2 yrs old. He was found as a stray. Banjo knows
several training commands, is in school now and is ready to learn more with
a trusting leader. He is very affectionate and loves to be outside on his
walks or just relax at your side. He has a musical and fun loving quality
about him. Banjo will need understanding because there are somethings that
make us think Banjo was not treated well before he came to us. Banjo will
need a true friend committed to promote training and his adjustment to home
life. Banjo is currently in a local pound awaiting a home to share and
people to love him! He is a beautiful boy and gets along well with dogs his
size! You can find an adoption application at www.ahimsahaven.org.
Yankee Golden Retriever
Rescue, Hudson, MA (serving all of New England)
Taunton Shelter, Taunton, MA, phone 508-822-1463
Connecticut
Maine
New Hampshire
Age: 4 years
Breed: Labrador Retriever
Color: yellow
Sex: Neutered Male
Size: 55lbs
Exercise: Moderate
Children: good
Other dogs: Good
Cats: chases playfully, dog savvy cats
Reason for surrender: not enough time and unable to handle his special needs
Brady is a terrific dog who has some special needs due to a medical
condition. If you are willing to help, please contact Mark at markpad@yahoo.com for more information.
Rhode Island
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
New York
There are always many, many purebred Labs, Goldens, and other retrievers
as well as retriever mixes available at the CACC (Centers for Animal
Control and Care) in NY. These shelters hold hundreds of dogs at any given
time. Often, these dogs are euthanized within days of their arrival.
Unfortunately, NEARR does not always have room for these dogs and we are
lacking volunteers in this area. These wonderful dogs need your help! For
more information, including a list of dogs available, visit: http://www.nycacc.org/