MCAL cooperates with a no-kill shelter in Massachusetts. The program is designed for puppies between the ages of eight and 16 weeks of age. We are occasionally allowed to transport "teenagers" in the program.

In 2005 MCAL volunteers made 10 trips to Massachusetts. The trips requires two people, three makes the trip a little easier. The trip is approximately 13 hours (in one direction). On average we transport 21 pups/dogs per trip.

If you like to travel and like puppies too…don't forget to check off " Driver for Puppies Across America trips to Massachusetts" on the volunteer form!

MCAL asks for a minimum donation of $25 per puppy ($10 per puppy for a litter) in order to participate in the Puppy Program. Each puppy receives the required amount of 5-in-1 shots (puppies require a series of three shots beginning at five weeks of age) and are wormed as required. Prior to transporting all puppies are bathed by our volunteers. A health certificate, issued by a veterinarian, is required for transporting across state lines.

In addition, the mother of the puppies MUST BE SPAYED. A Puppy Program contract must be signed in order to participate.

It cost MCAL a minimum of $50 per puppy to make it to the shelter in Massachusetts (more if unexpected health issues arise). If the mother of the puppies is not spayed in accordance with this agreement, MCAL will expect complete reimbursement of any amount of money spent on the puppy/puppies (minimum of $50 per puppy taken under this agreement).