Meet Eden! This 2-year-old, 40-pound sweetheart is a tender, affectionate girl who is slowly but surely learning to navigate the world with growing confidence. Eden thrived in her temporary foster home, where she proved herself to be a loyal, cuddly, and deeply people-oriented companion. She loves being close to her person and settles right in for snuggles—she’s a velcro dog in the sweetest, softest way.
Eden made good progress with housetraining, and had a solid routine in place. She also practiced her crate skills. While she may whine at first, she does eventually settle and sleep. Eden is a sensitive girl, and crate time can be stressful for her, but she showed lots of improvement with patient, positive reinforcement.
On leash, Eden shines. She has wonderful leash manners—no pulling, no reactivity, and she’s easily redirected if she pauses to observe another dog. Her energy runs moderate to high, and she does best with structured walks, enrichment, and a cozy spot to relax afterward.
Eden is a smart girl who knows sit, paw, and is now learning lay down. She recently met her foster’s siblings and warmed up beautifully with slow, gentle introductions and treat-and-retreat exercises. With patience and reassurance, she becomes soft, social, and eager to connect.
Eden also seems to benefit from the presence of confident dogs. She loves playing with her friends at BARCS and looks to other dogs for cues and comfort. Because of this, Eden would especially thrive in a home with a friendly, self-assured canine companion who can help guide her through new experiences.
Eden is a tender-hearted, loyal young dog who just wants to feel safe, loved, and understood. With patience, structure, and positive reinforcement, she’s ready to blossom into the trusting, affectionate companion she’s meant to be.
Eden is currently in the comfort of a foster home. If you`re interested in meeting her, please complete an application and email dogfosters@barcs.org for next steps.
Meet Eden! This 2-year-old, 40-pound sweetheart is a tender, affectionate girl who is slowly but surely learning to navigate the world with growing confidence. Eden thrived in her temporary foster home, where she proved herself to be a loyal, cuddly, and deeply people-oriented companion. She loves being close to her person and settles right in for snuggles—she’s a velcro dog in the sweetest, softest way.
Eden made good progress with housetraining, and had a solid routine in place. She also practiced her crate skills. While she may whine at first, she does eventually settle and sleep. Eden is a sensitive girl, and crate time can be stressful for her, but she showed lots of improvement with patient, positive reinforcement.
On leash, Eden shines. She has wonderful leash manners—no pulling, no reactivity, and she’s easily redirected if she pauses to observe another dog. Her energy runs moderate to high, and she does best with structured walks, enrichment, and a cozy spot to relax afterward.
Eden is a smart girl who knows sit, paw, and is now learning lay down. She recently met her foster’s siblings and warmed up beautifully with slow, gentle introductions and treat-and-retreat exercises. With patience and reassurance, she becomes soft, social, and eager to connect.
Eden also seems to benefit from the presence of confident dogs. She loves playing with her friends at BARCS and looks to other dogs for cues and comfort. Because of this, Eden would especially thrive in a home with a friendly, self-assured canine companion who can help guide her through new experiences.
Eden is a tender-hearted, loyal young dog who just wants to feel safe, loved, and understood. With patience, structure, and positive reinforcement, she’s ready to blossom into the trusting, affectionate companion she’s meant to be.
Eden is currently in the comfort of a foster home. If you`re interested in meeting her, please complete an application and email dogfosters@barcs.org for next steps.
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. See below 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.
**Please note: Animals listed on our adoption pages may still be on stray hold and pending reunion with their owners, or have an existing pending adoption application.
Address: 2490 Giles Road, Baltimore, MD 21225
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. See below 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.
**Please note: Animals listed on our adoption pages may still be on stray hold and pending reunion with their owners, or have an existing pending adoption application.
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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.
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