Houndour is a 9-month-old youngster weighing about 35 pounds who is doing wonderfully in foster care. Though he was very skittish on his first day at BARCS and needed time to decompress, he made impressive progress almost immediately—by the first evening, he was cuddling and gently eating treats from his foster’s hand. Each day since, his confidence has continued to grow.
This fun-loving pup is highly food-motivated, making training a rewarding bonding experience, with cuddles coming in a close second. He’s already showing how smart and adaptable he is—after just a few days in his foster home, Houndour has had zero bathroom accidents. He’s on a consistent schedule, going outside every three hours and pottying right away with little encouragement. His confidence around routines continues to improve.
Houndour is still learning basic puppy manners, including polite leash walking, sitting for treats, and keeping all four paws on the ground, but he’s at the perfect age to soak up training with consistency and positive reinforcement. He’s currently thriving in a quiet foster home without children or other animals, which has helped him settle and feel safe. He’s still wary of strangers and may use his voice when scared, but with gentle desensitization and patience—especially around loud noises—his personality is expected to continue blossoming.
At home, Houndour enjoys frequent small meals, cozy naps (especially near a warm radiator), and building trust with his people. He has met other dogs at BARCS and does best with gentle canine pals.
With structure, reassurance, and love, Houndour has all the ingredients to grow into a confident, affectionate companion. If you’re looking for a young dog with curiosity, potential, and a sweet, cuddly side, Houndour could be the perfect match.
Houndour is currently in the comfort of a foster home. If you’re interested in meeting him, please complete an adoption application and email dogfosters@barcs.org for next steps.
Houndour is a 9-month-old youngster weighing about 35 pounds who is doing wonderfully in foster care. Though he was very skittish on his first day at BARCS and needed time to decompress, he made impressive progress almost immediately—by the first evening, he was cuddling and gently eating treats from his foster’s hand. Each day since, his confidence has continued to grow.
This fun-loving pup is highly food-motivated, making training a rewarding bonding experience, with cuddles coming in a close second. He’s already showing how smart and adaptable he is—after just a few days in his foster home, Houndour has had zero bathroom accidents. He’s on a consistent schedule, going outside every three hours and pottying right away with little encouragement. His confidence around routines continues to improve.
Houndour is still learning basic puppy manners, including polite leash walking, sitting for treats, and keeping all four paws on the ground, but he’s at the perfect age to soak up training with consistency and positive reinforcement. He’s currently thriving in a quiet foster home without children or other animals, which has helped him settle and feel safe. He’s still wary of strangers and may use his voice when scared, but with gentle desensitization and patience—especially around loud noises—his personality is expected to continue blossoming.
At home, Houndour enjoys frequent small meals, cozy naps (especially near a warm radiator), and building trust with his people. He has met other dogs at BARCS and does best with gentle canine pals.
With structure, reassurance, and love, Houndour has all the ingredients to grow into a confident, affectionate companion. If you’re looking for a young dog with curiosity, potential, and a sweet, cuddly side, Houndour could be the perfect match.
Houndour is currently in the comfort of a foster home. If you’re interested in meeting him, please complete an adoption 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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