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Cola found herself in need of a new home when her previous owners had to move and couldn't take her along. But don't let her age fool you - Cola has plenty of love left to give and lots of life left to live!
Cola is a seasoned pro and is house-trained, crate-trained, and knows her basic commands like a champ. Plus, she's a social butterfly who absolutely adores attention! She loves pets and butt scratches, and wags her tail with appreciation. Cola's absolute favorite thing in the world is her cozy blanket. It's her go-to comfort item, and she loves snuggling up with it whenever she can. She also enjoys leisurely walks and spending quality time with her human friends. Cola would thrive in a calm and loving household where she can soak up all the attention she deserves. While she may be a bit older, she's still got plenty of pep in her step and would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loyal and affectionate friend.
Cola prefers the humans over the dogs and would like to be the only dog in her future home.
Ready to welcome Cola into your heart and home? Cola is residing in a temporary foster home until she finds her forever family. Please email dogfosters@barcs.org and complete an application to be connected with her foster family.
Cola found herself in need of a new home when her previous owners had to move and couldn't take her along. But don't let her age fool you - Cola has plenty of love left to give and lots of life left to live!
Cola is a seasoned pro and is house-trained, crate-trained, and knows her basic commands like a champ. Plus, she's a social butterfly who absolutely adores attention! She loves pets and butt scratches, and wags her tail with appreciation. Cola's absolute favorite thing in the world is her cozy blanket. It's her go-to comfort item, and she loves snuggling up with it whenever she can. She also enjoys leisurely walks and spending quality time with her human friends. Cola would thrive in a calm and loving household where she can soak up all the attention she deserves. While she may be a bit older, she's still got plenty of pep in her step and would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loyal and affectionate friend.
Cola prefers the humans over the dogs and would like to be the only dog in her future home.
Ready to welcome Cola into your heart and home? Cola is residing in a temporary foster home until she finds her forever family. Please email dogfosters@barcs.org and complete an application to be connected with her foster family.
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website. Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. Check www.barcs.org for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website. Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. Check www.barcs.org for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
More about this shelter
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
