• August 26, 2026|Dogs|

    Why Is My Dog Suddenly So Quiet? When Calm May Mean Something’s Wrong

    Is your normally playful, social, or vocal dog suddenly acting unusually quiet? Learn how to distinguish ordinary tiredness from stress, pain, illness, grief, or age-related changes — and when it [...]

  • August 26, 2026|Dogs|

    Dolly

    Like everyone else, we are very sad that Dolly Parton has died. As you know, I have some Dolly Parton pet fashion. So I’m wearing it in her honor today. [...]

  • August 25, 2026|Dogs|

    Learning in the Field: Tufts Students Support ARL’s Community Programs

    Tufts Students Gained Hands-on Experience While Supporting ARL’s Community Programs This summer, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) welcomed two students from Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine [...]

  • August 25, 2026|Dogs|

    Hot Weather Portraits

    It’s too hot for me to go outside this week! So my human decided to do some indoor portraits of me using the sunlight coming in from the shutters as [...]

  • August 24, 2026|Dogs|

    10 Signs Your Dog Is Happy

    While your pooch can’t talk and tell you how much they love their life—their squeaky toys, walks in the park, and pup cups—they’re actually speaking to you. “A lot of [...]

  • August 24, 2026|Dogs|

    A Call to Protect Animals from Harmful Rodeo Practices

    In the following letter, Dr. Edward Schettino, DVM, PhD, CAWA, ARL’s President & CEO, outlines ARL’s concerns about the return of the Boston Rodeo. The Animal Rescue League of Boston [...]

  • August 24, 2026|Dogs|

    Don’t Let Their Reputation Fool You: 15 Dog Breeds That Are Way More Sensitive Than People Think

    Some of the toughest, smartest, and most confident dog breeds have surprisingly soft sides. From Dobermans and Rottweilers to Chihuahuas and Border Collies, these dogs may be more affected by [...]

  • August 24, 2026|Dogs|

    Cat Show Social Butterfly

    This past weekend’s cat show in Glendale was awesome! So many people came just to see me! I got to show off some of my tricks, including my bell ringing. [...]

  • August 23, 2026|Dogs|

    Embarrassing Outtakes

    This week’s batch of photo flubs may be some of my most embarrassing outtakes yet! I mean, seriously, could you get any more awful than this? You can tell how [...]

  • August 22, 2026|Dogs|

    The Day Before Show Day

    The day before a cat show day is always a busy one! Mostly for my human, but for me too. Before anything else, I get a bath. There’s a reason [...]