If you’re looking to add a ball of love and affection to your home, you should take a look at these Worcester area animal shelters for a pet to take home.

There are thousands of homeless dogs, cats, and other animals of all ages, sizes, and breeds in Massachusetts – and many of them are located not too far from you. For those looking to adopt, a great place to start your search for an adorable new family member is Safe With Us Animal Rescue Inc, where Starlet the cat is patiently waiting, or another local rescue center. If you are not sure whether you have time to care for a pet year round, many shelters also offer the option of accommodating pets until they are placed in. appropriate homes.

With the help of our friends at Petfinder, Patch this week compiled a list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you are looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals might be a perfect fit for your family.

Click any ad for more information about a pet or to start the adoption process.

Editor’s Note: This list was automatically generated from data compiled by Petfinder. If you’re a local shelter and looking to see your adoptable pets appear on Patch, you’ll need to list them through Petfinder. All readers are encouraged to report errors or other comments to [email protected]