At the shelter, Chester is winning hearts with his handsome looks, playful spirit, and love for people. He’s a fun, engaging boy who truly enjoys interacting with his handler and is currently learning “sit.” Chester is very food-motivated and eager to work, making him a great candidate for continued training.
Chester is easy to leash and a pleasure to walk. He enjoys staying close, checks in often, and loves being right by your side—sometimes so much that he’ll walk alongside you while looking up for guidance and praise. His recall is excellent, and he responds well when redirected. If he gets a little excited, giving him something to focus on, like practicing sit or wait, helps him settle right in. This affectionate boy absolutely loves pets and attention and happily gives that affection right back. Chester is a social, people-oriented pup who will thrive in a home that enjoys working with him, continuing his training, and soaking up all the love he has to give. With his sweet nature and eagerness to please, Chester is sure to make a wonderful companion.
Chester has met other dogs at the shelter, he is a social playful boy! He does best with tolerant friends and may need to meet any potential doggie roommates to make sure they are a good match.
Come to BARCS to meet Chester or one of his friends.
At the shelter, Chester is winning hearts with his handsome looks, playful spirit, and love for people. He’s a fun, engaging boy who truly enjoys interacting with his handler and is currently learning “sit.” Chester is very food-motivated and eager to work, making him a great candidate for continued training.
Chester is easy to leash and a pleasure to walk. He enjoys staying close, checks in often, and loves being right by your side—sometimes so much that he’ll walk alongside you while looking up for guidance and praise. His recall is excellent, and he responds well when redirected. If he gets a little excited, giving him something to focus on, like practicing sit or wait, helps him settle right in. This affectionate boy absolutely loves pets and attention and happily gives that affection right back. Chester is a social, people-oriented pup who will thrive in a home that enjoys working with him, continuing his training, and soaking up all the love he has to give. With his sweet nature and eagerness to please, Chester is sure to make a wonderful companion.
Chester has met other dogs at the shelter, he is a social playful boy! He does best with tolerant friends and may need to meet any potential doggie roommates to make sure they are a good match.
Come to BARCS to meet Chester or one of his friends.
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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