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   Adoption Hours:
   Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
   Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.


   See our pets ready for adoption:

Dogs    Cats

   More Information:
What's Included in the Fees?
Putting a 24-Hold on an Animal
What to Consider Before Adopting



Worcester Animal Rescue League is committed to making adoption a success for the adopter and the animal.

In your adoption folder, we’ve enclosed tips, tricks and solutions to the most common issues people face with new pets. Feel free to call the shelter at 508-853-0030 with any questions!

Your safety and the safety, happiness and well-being of our shelter animals are our top priority. WARL reserves the right to deny adoption to anyone for any reason at any time.

WARL Adoption Fees*
Kittens under 1 year of age:
Cats between 1 to 7 years of age:
Cats over 7 years of age:

Puppies under 1 year of age:
Dogs between 1 to 7 years of age:
Dogs over 7 years of age:

$150
$100
$50

$350
$225
$100

* Occasionally there are discounted rates for adult animals that have been in the shelter for many months or for bonded pairs that must be adopted together.

Barn Cat Program. Sometimes we get cats that are very skittish around people or cats that are tame but aren’t suited for indoor home life. Cats like these usually enjoy life as a barn cat. They thrive in country areas where they can put their natural hunting abilities to good use. If you have a farm and would like a barn cat, please register with us. More information.

WARL also has a Senior for Senior Program. The adoption fee is waived for a senior citizen adopting an animal over 7 years old.