Meet Sky — a soft, sensitive sweetheart with a heart full of love. Sky is a gentle, affectionate girl who is steadily gaining confidence in her foster home. She thrives on companionship and truly blossoms when she’s close to her people, showing just how loving and devoted she can be.
Sky is fully house-trained and does well loose in the home. She enjoys snuggling on the couch or curling up on a cozy dog bed, and she’s happiest when near her person. She is a true velcro dog who adores attention and physical closeness—snuggling is one of her favorite pastimes. She’s also made wonderful progress with other pets: she’s respectful and comfortable around gentle, calm dogs and has been improving in her interactions with a resident cat, even sharing space peacefully on occasion.
Sky walks beautifully on leash and enjoys daily neighborhood strolls or hikes. She has a medium-to-high energy level, loves tearing up plush toys, and chewing bully or collagen sticks. While she’s generally confident, she can get a little anxious when left alone for extended periods.
This sensitive girl is learning that the world can be predictable, safe, and full of love. She’s gentle with new people, bonds quickly, and warms up fast with calm, patient introductions. She knows “sit,” is motivated by treats, and enjoys playful activities, though her true joy comes from being near her humans.
Sky is looking for a loving home where she won’t be left alone frequently, can enjoy companionship, and is appreciated for her affectionate, snuggle-loving nature. In return, she’ll give unwavering loyalty, cuddles, and the quiet comfort of a sensitive, devoted companion.
Sky is currently in a foster home. To meet her, please submit an adoption application and email dogfosters@barcs.org to connect with her foster family.
Meet Sky — a soft, sensitive sweetheart with a heart full of love. Sky is a gentle, affectionate girl who is steadily gaining confidence in her foster home. She thrives on companionship and truly blossoms when she’s close to her people, showing just how loving and devoted she can be.
Sky is fully house-trained and does well loose in the home. She enjoys snuggling on the couch or curling up on a cozy dog bed, and she’s happiest when near her person. She is a true velcro dog who adores attention and physical closeness—snuggling is one of her favorite pastimes. She’s also made wonderful progress with other pets: she’s respectful and comfortable around gentle, calm dogs and has been improving in her interactions with a resident cat, even sharing space peacefully on occasion.
Sky walks beautifully on leash and enjoys daily neighborhood strolls or hikes. She has a medium-to-high energy level, loves tearing up plush toys, and chewing bully or collagen sticks. While she’s generally confident, she can get a little anxious when left alone for extended periods.
This sensitive girl is learning that the world can be predictable, safe, and full of love. She’s gentle with new people, bonds quickly, and warms up fast with calm, patient introductions. She knows “sit,” is motivated by treats, and enjoys playful activities, though her true joy comes from being near her humans.
Sky is looking for a loving home where she won’t be left alone frequently, can enjoy companionship, and is appreciated for her affectionate, snuggle-loving nature. In return, she’ll give unwavering loyalty, cuddles, and the quiet comfort of a sensitive, devoted companion.
Sky is currently in a foster home. To meet her, please submit an adoption application and email dogfosters@barcs.org to connect 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. 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.
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.
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