Our Mission
The Animal Rescue League of Boston is an unwavering champion for animals in need, committed to keeping them safe and healthy in homes.
Recognized for our innovative, award-winning programs that go beyond sheltering, we address the root causes of the issues facing animals and the people who love them.
By partnering with communities, we help animals heal and thrive, keep pets and people together, and protect animals from harm.
Because there is no government funding for this important work, animals must rely on people like you to get the care they need, when they need it most, 365 days a year.
ARL In Action
ARL Reminds Pet Owners to Keep Pets Safe During Heat Wave
August 11, 2025
Tips to Protect Pets in Extreme Heat With temperatures soaring over the next few days, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is reminding pet owners to take steps to keep pets safe as we experience extreme weather conditions. Keep your pet safe and healthy by following these important basic guidelines: Prevention is always your best bet. Whenever possible, leave your pet at home in a cool, low-humidity, and temperature-regulated room. If your pet must be outdoors, find a shady spot with ample air flow to prevent overheating. Hydration is key, so keep a bowl of cold water accessible at
ARL Rescues Kitten from Storm Drain Near I-95 On-Ramp in Canton
July 30, 2025
Kitten was underweight, now in foster care A six-week-old kitten is safe and sound in foster care after being rescued from a storm drain near the on-ramp to I-95 in Canton by the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s (ARL) Field Services Department. ARL received a call on July 19 from a passerby who spotted the kitten wandering on Neponset Street in Canton and given his size and the fact he was alone, ARL immediately sprang into action to ensure the safety of the animal. Once on-scene, ARL agents scoured a wooded area where the kitten was spotted and after a
ARL Partners with New England Patriots for Training Camp Adoption Event
July 29, 2025
As the New England Patriots kicked off the first day of training camp, a special adoption event at Gillette Stadium with the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) kicked off a lifetime of love for more than three dozen families who took home a new furry family member. ARL joined two other animal welfare organizations to find homes for 41 puppies and young adult dogs, the first such event to held at Gillette Stadium during training camp. New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and his wife and ARL board member Dr. Dana Kraft have a deep love for animals, particularly
ARL Reminds Pet Owners to Keep Pets Safe During Heat Wave
August 11, 2025
Tips to Protect Pets in Extreme Heat With temperatures soaring over the next few days, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is reminding pet owners to take steps to keep pets safe as we experience extreme weather conditions. Keep your pet safe and healthy by following these important basic guidelines: Prevention is always your best bet. Whenever possible, leave your pet at home in a cool, low-humidity, and temperature-regulated room. If your pet must be outdoors, find a shady spot with ample air flow to prevent overheating. Hydration is key, so keep a bowl of cold water accessible at
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