Friends of the Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter

09/13/2026

After a rough start on Thursday when the wind took out our tent and roughed up our display we had a great weekend at the Fair.
Thank you to the Franklin County Sheriff's Office for loaning us another tent so we could reset up our booth! We had a great Friday and Saturday, we did make the decision to not set up today due to the rain.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hi and to support our Shelter. We loved speaking with everyone and meeting new visitors who were not familiar with our wonderful local dog shelter.
We look forward to the 2027 Franklin County Fair!

09/12/2026

Thank you to our Volunteer Jane P. She donated this fun herding ball that our little friend Lady Bug tested out today.
We are happy to say Bug was exhausted after her play time.

09/12/2026

We are set up at the Franklin County Fair, please stop by to say hi if you visit the Fair this weekend.

09/11/2026

We would like to thank the many volunteers who made our float this year as well as our helpers who handed out candy and treats for the spectators (and their pups)!!

09/08/2026

Thank you everyone who helped connect the shelter with the owner of the dog from Gill today. The Owner has been in contact with the shelter. The post has been removed.

It takes a village!

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09/06/2026

Do you need help with fall clean up? Kali would love to join your family and help with your gardening needs.
Kali is a shy female pup who warms up a little quicker with females but over time she will allow men in her circle. She would do best in a quiet home with a patient family. A fenced in yard is great for her zoomies but not a deal breaker.
If you are interested in meeting her please contact the shelter directly.
Multiple meet and greets may be nessasary for her to learn to trust her new family.

09/06/2026

The Shelter will be closed Monday for Labor Day, the office will reopen Tuesday morning at 9:00 AM

09/05/2026

****Nacho is back home ******

Missing dog from North Amherst since September 4th.
See flyer for more information.
Please do not call out or chase. Notify the owner of any sightings.

Thank you in advance

09/05/2026

This spayed female was planning on dinning at a local restaurant in South Deerfield this morning. As much as they would like to take her order they felt it was best she went home.

She is microchipped and the owner was notified.

If anyone else has been caring for her please reach out to the Animal Services Team. 413-774-7340 ex) 2

09/05/2026

This handsome fellow was apprehended while conducting unauthorized patrols on Newton Street in Miller’s Falls.
He is currently in Animal Control custody, he has provided no visual identification (he is microchipped and no response from the registered owner) and is refusing to answer any questions without his family present.
If you recognize this suspicious character or know his owner, please contact the animal services team at 413-774-7340 extension 2
We would like to arrange his release once proof of ownership is provided.