Category Archives: Maryland

County Reduces Pet Adoption Fees for December

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Brian

Christmas could come early for some shelter animals thanks to the Prince George’s County Animal Management Division (AMD). Through the month of December, AMD is inviting residents to adopt dogs and cats at reduced fees as part of its “All … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Dogs, Maryland | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

New Cat Adoption Center Opens In West Ocean City Store

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Brian

A partnership between Petco in West Ocean City and the Town Cats organization of Worcester County resulted in the opening of a new cat adoption center this week. “We are very excited about this new outlet for our rescued cats … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Maryland | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Leopold signs free pet adoption law

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Brian

MILLERSVILLE, Md – Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold joined Animal Control to sign legislation into law that would allow people to adopt pets for free on specific dates.The law will give Animal Control the ability to waive adoption fees … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Dogs, Maryland | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

Pet Adoption Fees Could Be Waived Under New Legislation – Odenton-Severn, MD Patch

Posted on September 20, 2012 by Brian

For special promotions, the cost of adopting an animal from the Anne Arundel County animal shelter could be waived, thanks to a unanimous vote by the County Council on Tuesday. Alan Friedman, the county’s Government Relations Director, said the legislation … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Dogs, Maryland | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

In Search of a Good Home: Animals for Adoption – Eldersburg, MD Patch

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Brian

Check out these furry companions, maybe there’s one here for you. These animals and more are listed for adoption on the Carroll County Humane Society website. Fluff the bunny has a beautiful “fluff” of hair on her face. She is … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Dogs, Maryland | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Baltimore police officer adopts pit bull – Examiner.com

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Brian

On Wednesday Baltimore police officer, Dan Waskiewicz, was honored by the Baltimore Humane Society for adopting a pit bull he saved in May. Waskiewicz received a call months ago about a “vicious” dog in South Baltimore. When the officer arrived … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Dogs, Maryland | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Talbot Humane needs canned cat food – The Star Democrat

Posted on June 10, 2012 by Brian

There is a feline crisis brewing at Talbot Humane, and donations of canned cat food desperately are needed. “When you have over 135 cats, canned food goes very quickly,” said Talbot Humane Executive Director Patti Crankshaw-Quimby. With the arrival of … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Maryland | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Adopt-a-Cat-Month in June – Southern Maryland News

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Brian

To help find loving homes for cats, the Tri-County Animal Shelter is offering a reduced fee cat adoption event this June. The Tri-County Animal Shelter will take in over 600 cats during the month of June. Many of these cats … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Maryland | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Kick off the dog days of summer – SoMdNews.com

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Brian

The Maryland DogFest will be May 26 and 27 at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf. Presented by Wes Greenway’s Waldorf Subaru, Maryland DogFest is a two-day event that has something for all dog lovers. The event will be from 9 … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption Needed, Dogs, Maryland | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

County Holds Spring Pet Fest to Boost Adoptions – Bowie, MD Patch

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Brian

This Saturday the Prince George’s County Department of Environmental Resources’ (DER) Animal Management Division (AMD) is hosting a free Spring Pet Fest at its Animal Services Facility, located at 3750 Brown Station Road in Upper Marlboro on Saturday, May 5, … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption News, Cats, Dogs, Maryland | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment