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Think twice before letting your #cat lick your head - especially if you use Rogaine! In honor of Poison Prevention Week, we want to remind you that even in small amounts, minoxidil, the active ingredient in Rogaine and other hair loss treatments, can be fatal to #cats. Secure the bottle after application, and wash your hands thoroughly before giving Fluffy a pat!

#petsafety #animal #animals #pet #pets #boston #massachusetts #salem #CapeCod #methuen #catsofmastodon

Diego isn't up for adoption, but he does want to remind you to keep your pets safe this St. Patrick's Day! ☘️ Shamrock plants might represent luck, but did you know they're actually toxic to #dogs, #cats, and #horses? Ingestion of the plant may cause GI upset, life-threatening changes in calcium levels, or kidney damage. If you suspect your #pet has eaten something they shouldn't have, contact your vet or local ER. We're open in #Boston and #Waltham 24/7 for emergency care.

#massachusetts #pets

This important piece of legislation combats #animal cruelty and fosters #pet ownership. It's expected to be brought to the floor of the #Massachusetts state senate on Thursday (March 19)!

Learn more here, via Boston.com: https://www.boston.com/news/local-news/2026/03/14/what-to-know-about-the-pets-act-aimed-at-protecting-dogs-and-cats-in-mass/

#mapoli #pets #animals #animaladvocacy

Sadly, we don't have pie to offer in preparation for Pi Day tomorrow 🥧, but we do have Cupcake! Cupcake is a SWEET girl who is full of energy, loves snacks, and is waiting for patient adopters who are excited to help with her training. Cupcake is at our #Salem location, which will be open from 11:30 am to 5 pm this #weekend for visiting!

#dogs #dogsofmastodon #pets #pet #animals #animal #massachusetts #dog

"The bill also has an antidiscrimination piece to it, which would prevent home insurance companies from discriminating against #dogs based on breed.

"We believe, and really have seen, that making decisions based on an individual dog's behavior and temperament is a much more accurate indicator of how a #dog is going to behave," [MSPCA Advocacy Director Kara Holmquist] said."

https://www.wcvb.com/article/new-legislation-aimed-strengthening-protections-dogs-cats-massachusetts/70724297

#massachusetts #mapoli #animaladvocacy #pet #pets #animal #animals

Reggae the seal looks SO cute holding the rubber duck he was trained to find around his habitat 🥰. Did you know you can also play "find it!" with your #dog at home by hiding treats or a favorite toy throughout your home for them to sniff out? Not only is this a great way to stimulate your pet's mind, it also deepens your bond in a fun, rewarding way!

https://www.wbur.org/news/2026/02/20/new-england-aquarium-seal-rubber-duck

#pet #pets #dogs #Boston #massachusetts #dogsofmastodon #animal #animals #animalbehavior

#Spring is nearly upon us, which means for some, allergy season is also on the horizon - including #pets! 🌷 Our Urgent Care team in #Waltham is able to address a variety of symptoms related to the change in season, including nasal and eye discharge, or sneezing. To learn more about this service and the other kinds of cases we see, visit https://www.mspca.org/urgentcare

#dog #dogs #cats #cat #massachusetts #animal #animals #pet #vetmed #boston

Just because you might be in need of an extra cup of #coffee today to keep up with daylight saving doesn't mean your #dogs and #cats do, too! ☕ Caffeine is toxic to them. If you suspect your #pet has ingested caffeine in some form, such as coffee grounds, an energy drink or supplement, contact your #vet ASAP or local ER. We provide 24/7 emergency care in #Waltham and #Boston. Learn more at https://www.mspca.org/emergency

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Your #pet would like for you to observe #NationalDayofUnplugging and go spend some quality time with them! If you don't have a pet, but are interested in getting one, why not come visit our shelters to adopt - like Alex?! 😍

Learn more about our adoptions centers and see our available #animals here, https://www.mspca.org/adopt

#animal #pets #massachusetts #boston #dogs #cats #dogsofmastodon #salem #CapeCod #methuen

We still have plenty of #rats who are so squeaking cute available for adoption! 🐀

Learn more here, https://people.com/massachusetts-rescue-saves-163-rats-looking-for-dozens-of-homes-11919681

#rat #pet #pets #massachusetts #animal #animals #boston #newhampshire #springfield #CapeCod #methuen #salem #lowell

To celebrate Learn What Your Name Means Day, we're spotlighting Sunshine - as her name suggests, she has a big, bright personality with so much love to give! 🌞 Sunshine is looking to sparkle as the only #dog in the home - she'll even toss toys around for herself to play with. Once she's comfortable, she'll be your new snuggle buddy. Sunshine is at our #Salem shelter. To learn more about her, visit https://www.mspca.org/pets/a465785

#massachusetts #dogs #pet #pet #animal #animals #dogsofmastodon

"#Rats have a bad reputation, but they actually make really great companion #pets," [MSPCA Vice President of #Animal Protection Mike Keiley] said. "They're smart and clean. They also form deep bonds with their owners."

via WBZ: https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/rat-adoption-pets-mspca/

#boston #massachusetts #animals #pet #rat #rodent #exoticpets #exoticpet

Thank you to the #Boston Bruins for stopping by during their #community day! 🐻 We learned that #ferrets are more flexible than goalie Joonas Korpisalo and they are also Henri Jokiharju's new favorite #animal 💛

#animals #pet #pets #massachusetts #hockey

Happy #InternationalPolarBearDay! While we don't have #polarbears up for adoption (despite the cold weather and piles of #snow outside), we do have the next best thing - Reba! Reba is available for adoption in #Salem, MA at Northeast Animal Shelter. If you'd like to learn more about this unbearably cute gal, visit https://www.mspca.org/pets/a468107

#dog #dogsofmastodon #dogs #animal #animals #pet #pets #massachusetts

“We’re grateful to be in a position to offer this resource so that people don’t have to choose to be unsafe in order to do what they believe is best for their #pets,” [MSPCA-Angell VP Mike Keiley] said.

https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/news/local/2026/02/26/blizzard-cape-cod-pets-shelter-mspca-angell-ma-cold-cats-dogs/88865767007/

#capecod #blizzard #massachusetts #pet #animal #animals

Update: Thanks to you all for helping us spread the word, we were able to secure the fuel we needed and avoid any potential damage to the building. The nearly 50 #animals who were evacuated yesterday arrived safely at our other shelters. ❤️ 1/

https://www.wcvb.com/article/centerville-mspca-angell-shelter-needs-diesel-fuel/70485596

#massachusetts #CapeCod #animal #pet #blizzard #pets #petsafety #dog #dogs #cat #cats

Like much of #CapeCod, our Centerville shelter doesn't have power following yesterday's #blizzard. It's operating on a generator and may be without electricity for several days.

We expect to run out of fuel by midnight tonight and will be unable to keep critical systems running. We're actively working to secure additional fuel, but in the meantime we're evacuating the nearly 50 #animals currently in our care to our other shelters. 1/

#massachusetts #animal #pet #pets

PSA! 🚨 Some of our shelters have adjusted hours due to the snow today (Tuesday, 2/24/26):

❄️ NEAS (Salem) 12-3 PM
☃️ Cape is CLOSED
🏂 Boston 12-3 PM
⛷️ Nevins Farm (Methuen) 12-4:30 PM

Stay safe (and warm) out there!

#massachusetts #boston #capecod #methuen #salem #animal #animals #pet #pets #dogs #cats #snowday #snow #farmanimals

Update: still snowing! ❄️ We hope everyone is staying safe out there! Quick reminder that our emergency hospitals in #Boston and #Waltham are open as always in the event your #pet is in need of care. Our adoption centers will be CLOSED today. A HUGE thank you to our incredible staff across our locations for their dedication and care to all of our #animals, even in a #snow emergency!! 💙

#pets #animal #massachusetts #vetmed #snowday #dogs #cats #dogsofmastodon #petsafety

Feel good #Friday! We wanted to share another heartwarming pupdate from our adoptathon last weekend. When Spot and Red came to us back in December after living in an overcrowded environment, we noticed that the two of them were more confident and calmer when together. We hoped that they'd be adopted as a pair - sure enough, they were! 👯 Here's a pic from their "gotcha" day! 🥰

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Help us show Gene that it was worth the wait to find a home during our fee-waived adoption event this weekend (2/13-2/15)! ❤️

Fees will be waived for ALL #animals who've been in the shelter for 30+ days. Hours vary by location, learn more at https://www.mspca.org/feewaived

#massachusetts #animal #pet #pets #dogs #cats #Boston #dogsofmastodon #catsofmastodon

NEW: Still looking for your perfect match in time for #Valentine'sDay? You're in luck! 😻 We're joining with our shelter partners Lowell Humane Society, Baypath Humane Society, and TJO Animal Control and Adoption Center to host a fee-waived adoption event for ALL species who have been in the shelter for 30 days or more! The event is called Worth the Wait and will take place on February 13 through 15. Adoption center hours vary by location, learn more at https://www.mspca.org/feewaived

#pets #animals

Has Fluffy been shaking his head? Are you concerned he might have an ear infection? We offer same-day, no-wait appointments at our #Waltham location for urgent, non-life threatening issues like this, torn toenails, abscesses, constipation, and more. Penguin stopped by last month, and she can tell you, it's a lifesaver! To learn more about our Urgent Care service, and the kinds of injuries and illnesses we treat, visit https://www.mspca.org/urgentcare

#pets #pet #animals #dogs #cats #massachusetts #pet

Prince Bob, an Angell patient with our Internal Medicine service, is all of us as we head into the #weekend ready to root for the #Patriots on Sunday 🏈. Fingers, toes, and #paws crossed for the W 🐾! To learn more about the kinds of cases our highly-skilled internists see, visit https://www.mspca.org/internalmedicine

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It's #AdoptaRescuedRabbitMonth and we have a number of buns who would like to find homes, like Moo 🐄 ! As his name suggests, Moo loves being part of the herd and gets along great with children, #dogs, and #cats. If you think Moo might be a good fit, feel free to visit him at our Boston adoption center Tuesday-Sunday from 12-3 PM. If you're interested in adopting a #rabbit but would like to learn more first, visit https://www.mspca.org/pet_resources/rabbit-health-and-veterinary-care/

#massachusetts #pet #pets #bunny #boston #animals

"“We had over 1,000 #animals surrendered for housing-related reasons just in 2025,” MSPCA Housing Policy Specialist Jamie Blackburn told the News Service. That’s between a quarter to a third of all animals surrendered, she said."

via WWLP 22 News: https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/pet-issues-adding-to-states-housing-headaches/

#mapoli #pet #pets #massachusetts

Happy #groundhogday! Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, which means we're looking at six more weeks of #winter. Speaking of shadows and cold weather, did you know that the color of a dog's coat affects how they adjust to the cold, and darker coats tend to absorb more sunlight? If your dog's coat is on the lighter side, you may consider an extra layer for warmth when headed out for a walk, especially over the next six weeks. For more cold weather tips, visit https://www.mspca.org/coldweather

#dog #animals

If one of your New Year's resolutions was to become more involved in your #community, but you're unsure how to do so, consider becoming a #volunteer at the MSPCA-Angell! We offer a variety of opportunities, including helping with legislative affairs, hospital or adoption operations, and fostering a #pet in need. Learn more at https://www.mspca.org/volunteer 1/

#animals #animal #massachusetts #pets #animalwelfare

No - we're not horsin' around with this awesome update! 🐴 We're happy to share that after we announced our upcoming adoptathon, 4 of the 6 #horses who were to be included in the event have been adopted! Thanks for helping us spread the word about them 😉 Barnaby (left) and Samba (right) are still available and will be part of the event on Saturday - Sunday's event has been canceled due to the news. More info about them can be found at https://www.mspca.org/adoption

#farm #farmanimals #pets #pet

"“We don’t often waive adoption fees for #horses, but capacity at the farm is extremely tight right now,” said Erika Tonnon, placement coordinator at Nevins #Farm."

via WBZ NewsRadio: https://wbznewsradio.iheart.com/content/mspca-waiving-fees-for-horse-adoption/

#horse #massachusetts #pet #pets #animal #animals #methuen #farmanimal #farmanimals

It's almost the first of the month, if you live in #NewEngland, you're up to your ears in #snow ❄️, and you're probably asking yourself - do I really need to give my #pet heartworm prevention? 🤔 The short answer? Yes! (see picture of real heartworms)

You don't have to have Drake Maye's arm to throw the ball around - in fact, your #pet would probably love it if you tried! Looking for ways to fight cabin fever with them today? Try playing fetch in the hallway of your home, chase, or hide and seek. For more #coldweather fun, check out: https://www.mspca.org/coldweather

#animal #animals #snow #massachusetts #dogs #dog #dogsofmastodon #boston

""When these kinds of events happen, shelters often need space for owned #pets that get lost or need temporary housing because their homes are damaged or without power," said vice president of the MSPCA-Angell's #Animal Protection Division, Mike Keiley."

MSPCA-Angell brings dozens of dogs from Mississippi ahead of winter storm; Asks for adoption help via WCVB: https://www.wcvb.com/article/mspca-angell-dogs-transported-from-mississippi/70112812

#salem #dog #dogs #animals #pet #animalwelfare #animaltransport

As you've likely heard by now, a massive storm is on its way and is expected to impact many areas. To prepare, we'll be receiving a large transport of #dogs in Salem from Mississippi who need to evacuate ahead of dangerous icy conditions anticipated in that region. 1/

Blood donations save lives - and #animals are no exception! 🩸 Not only is there a shortage of blood available across commercially-owned blood banks, but having a #community blood bank available at the MSPCA-Angell allows owners to advocate for their #pets in the donation process. If you're interested in learning more about how your #pet can help save lives in our community, visit https://www.mspca.org/bloodbank

#massachusetts #Boston #animal #veterinary #vetmed