CARE, Southcoast

CARE, Southcoast We are an all volunteer, no-kill, 501C3 animal rescue/shelter servicing the Southcoast Region of Massachusetts. Acushnet, MA.

Volunter Application: https://form.jotform.com/caresouthcoast/volunteer-application
Dog Foster/Adopt app https://www.jotform.com/form/201075787233153
Cat Foster/adopt app https://www.jotform.com/form/200997587139168 All dogs are in foster care, while cats are can be visited at our shelter at 197 Middle Rd. We also keep most kittens and some special needs cats in foster care. We focus our effort

s on pets that wouldn’t do well in traditional shelters. Our mission extends to the Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) of feral cats, training of dogs with behavioral challenges, and education to avoid rehoming of owned animals. What makes CARE unique is that the volunteers take in older animals, sick animals, animals with behavioral issues that would not make it in a traditional shelter, etc. CARE caters to the population of animals that others find not worthy of life. CARE sees the diamonds in the rough, the tail wags beneath the sad eyes, and rehabs the animals back to being happy, healthy, confident family pets who bring so much joy to their families. Along with our sheltering and adoption programs CARE provide basic medical support to these same animals along with helping feral cats and low income folks who would not otherwise be able to keep their pets. In cases where people have found themselves temporarily homeless we have provided shelter for their pets until they have been reunited with their owners. Most of these pets would have ended up on the streets or euthanized. Imagine losing your furry family member as well as your home ? On behalf of the homeless pets we have saved and continue to save, please accept our heartfelt gratitude and thanks. We hope you will support our mission of not giving up on any animal no matter how hopeless their situation may be. We are their voice when no one else is there.

Meet Quinn & Maverick !Who’s cuter than these 2 brothers from other mothers ? Each found outside alone and lonely but fo...
09/01/2026

Meet Quinn & Maverick !
Who’s cuter than these 2 brothers from other mothers ? Each found outside alone and lonely but formed a fast friendship after being placed in the same foster home. They would love to stay together and we can only imagine the fun and joy they’ll bring to their adoptive home.

PS…. They love other cats and will likely do ok with a cat friendly dog and a gradual introduction.

https://form.jotform.com/200997587139168

Cooper is URGENT! 🚨 This sweet boy needs a foster home immediately. His family can no longer care for him and none of th...
09/01/2026

Cooper is URGENT! 🚨

This sweet boy needs a foster home immediately. His family can no longer care for him and none of this is any fault of his own.

Cooper is a 6 year old Sheepadoodle. He is high energy and has a high prey drive so no small animals for him.

He is good with other dogs once he knows them, he can even attend daycare. He can be leash reactive to dogs he does not know.

This boy is snuggly and sweet. He really needs a family who has the time to care for him.

Please email [email protected] if you’re able to help!

🌟 Pet of the Week: Meet Winky 🌟Winky is a lovable 3-year-old girl with so much love to give 💕 This sweet kitty is lookin...
08/31/2026

🌟 Pet of the Week: Meet Winky 🌟

Winky is a lovable 3-year-old girl with so much love to give 💕 This sweet kitty is looking for a forever home where she can truly shine and be adored.

Could that home be yours?

Come meet Winky during our open adoption hours:
📍 197 Middle Rd., Acushnet, MA
🕙 Saturdays: 10 AM – 1 PM
🕓 Sundays: 4 PM – 6 PM

Your new best friend might be waiting for you 🐾

08/30/2026

Thank you everyone that attended our Musical Bingo Event at the Lakeville Eagles. It was fun evening raising much needed funds for our shelter. Next up is our Annual Golf Tournament.

We are in need of clumping litter from our list. Everything else is good, these felines go thru a sh*t-ton (pun intended...
08/25/2026

We are in need of clumping litter from our list. Everything else is good, these felines go thru a sh*t-ton (pun intended) of litter. We appreciate any and all that you do for us.

It takes a village… they rely on us and we truly rely on you, and your support. We are in need of litter, adult and kitten food. We have a lot of hungry mouths to feed. We have attached our wish list. Every donation goes a long way. Thank you for your continued support!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2CQ4VRQX2GIWW?ref_=wl_share

***Cats/kittens pictured are not available for adoption. ***

Meet Leandra 🖤 This weeks PET OF THE WEEKLeandra is a beautiful tabby girl who came to us through a TNR effort but has d...
08/20/2026

Meet Leandra 🖤 This weeks PET OF THE WEEK

Leandra is a beautiful tabby girl who came to us through a TNR effort but has decided indoor life is more her style. She lives in our feral room and has shown us she’s not completely wild—just an independent lady who prefers affection on her terms.

She’ll rub up against you when she’s comfortable, but she’s not a lap cat and doesn’t like to be rushed. Leandra has some quirky boundaries—she does best when she can approach you on her own. If she feels cornered or approached from above, she may swat, so she’s looking for a cat-savvy home without children or elderly individuals.

Born in 2021 (about 5 years old), Leandra is searching for a patient home that will respect her space and earn her trust. 💫

📍 Adoption Hours:
Saturdays: 10 AM – 1 PM
Sundays: 4 PM – 6 PM
197 Middle Rd., Acushnet, MA 02743

Could you be the one to give her the understanding home she deserves? 🐾

Peggy Fucillo
08/19/2026

Peggy Fucillo

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Address

197 Middle Road
Acushnet, MA
02743

Opening Hours

Saturday 10am - 1pm
Sunday 4pm - 6pm

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