New England Is A Great Region For Rescue Dogs
It’s no surprise that adopting a pet has become increasingly popular in America. In many cases, owners are rescuing a pet that has endured an unfortunate situation. BetMassachusetts recently showcased data that ranked the states that are best to rescue a dog, and the New England states were all over the top 10.
How does one dig into such information to create a 50-state ranking? “We used data from RescueMe.org to find the number of dog rescue groups and adoption agencies in every state,” BetMassachusetts explained.
To clarify, the states are not just compiled based around where the most rescue centers are. Sure, the number of dog rescue groups was an important factor, but the rescues per square miles was also measured.
“The best time to look to adopt is in the spring and summer because rescue shelters tend to have more dogs then,” BetMassachusetts continues.
Here Are The New England Rescue Dogs Rankings
Vermont ranked 10th with 83 dog rescue groups. New Hampshire has 109 rescue group which equated to ranking 7th. Massachusetts was 6th best, and has 167 rescue groups. Now we climb up to number one and two.
Connecticut has an astounding 245 dog rescue groups. Yet, this was not enough to claim the top spot. That recognition goes to the smallest state in the region. Rhode Island ranked as the best state for rescue dogs. They have 92 rescue groups and the highest ration with .059 rescues per square mile.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston is now celebrating 125 years of helping animals in need. Currently, you can explore rescuing a dog of any age, including 10 years or older. In fact, older dogs are the least expensive at $300. Puppies and dogs up to 9 years old fall into a price range of $480 – $580.
Through this organization, 3,173 pets were adopted in 2023, finding comfortable and forever homes. “While most shelters put an emphasis on physical care, we at the ARL know that an animal’s mental and emotional well-being is equally as important,” The Animal Rescue League states.
