Meet Gabumon! This 4-year-old, 36-pound boy started out at the shelter as a very shy pup, but his true personality has begun to shine through. As he’s grown more comfortable, Gabumon has shown that he’s not only sweet and thoughtful, but also an **agility master**—just check out his video to see him in action. Once he’s outside of his kennel, Gabumon does pretty well on the leash, though new sights and sounds can still startle him at times. He checks in regularly with his person, is highly treat motivated, and has not shown reactivity to other dogs or people passing by. He knows **sit** and enjoys exploring the agility equipment, tackling it with growing confidence.
Gabumon also loves quiet moments, especially sitting in the sun on a bench with his favorite person. Once he feels comfortable, he turns into a total love bug—happy to cuddle close, attempt a lap sit, and sneak in a sweet kiss. With patience, kindness, and positive reinforcement, Gabumon will continue to build confidence and show off even more of his charming personality.
Gabumon would prefer to be the only dog in his future home.
Come meet Gabumon at **BARCS Animal Shelter** and help this special boy start his next chapter.
Meet Gabumon! This 4-year-old, 36-pound boy started out at the shelter as a very shy pup, but his true personality has begun to shine through. As he’s grown more comfortable, Gabumon has shown that he’s not only sweet and thoughtful, but also an **agility master**—just check out his video to see him in action. Once he’s outside of his kennel, Gabumon does pretty well on the leash, though new sights and sounds can still startle him at times. He checks in regularly with his person, is highly treat motivated, and has not shown reactivity to other dogs or people passing by. He knows **sit** and enjoys exploring the agility equipment, tackling it with growing confidence.
Gabumon also loves quiet moments, especially sitting in the sun on a bench with his favorite person. Once he feels comfortable, he turns into a total love bug—happy to cuddle close, attempt a lap sit, and sneak in a sweet kiss. With patience, kindness, and positive reinforcement, Gabumon will continue to build confidence and show off even more of his charming personality.
Gabumon would prefer to be the only dog in his future home.
Come meet Gabumon at **BARCS Animal Shelter** and help this special boy start his next chapter.
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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