Poochyena is a little lovebug with a big heart. This smart, sweet girl is already learning to “sit” for treats and is eager to keep showing off her new skills. She’s very food motivated, which makes training both fun and rewarding. At just 9 months old and 34.2 pounds, Poochyena is still a young pup with so much potential. She’s affectionate, gentle, and ready to bond closely with her future family.
Poochyena is currently enjoying some time in a short-term foster home, and so far it’s been a pretty low-key, cozy stay. Rest and relaxation seem to be at the top of her priority list—and she is fully committed to the assignment. This girl is a massive cuddler. All she wants to do is melt into her foster mom and soak up every ounce of affection. She may need a minute to find the perfect snuggle position (there are just so many good options!), but once she settles in, she’s pure sweetness.
She’s very food motivated, loves tasty treats, and that makes training much easier. She goes into the crate nicely, and will settle in after just a little bit of complaining. She has worked on her house training and has improved wonderfully over her time in foster. She is now great with her routine and doesn’t have accidents. On leash, she’s walking nicely and staying close. Some of that may be because she’s still feeling a little unsure about the world (and that cold, nasty wind certainly doesn’t help). As she gains weight and confidence, her personality will likely continue to blossom.
Poochyena has met other dogs at the shelter, she is a timid calm girl who does best with gentle and polite friends. She has interacted nicely with small breed dogs.
Poochyena 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!
Poochyena is a little lovebug with a big heart. This smart, sweet girl is already learning to “sit” for treats and is eager to keep showing off her new skills. She’s very food motivated, which makes training both fun and rewarding. At just 9 months old and 34.2 pounds, Poochyena is still a young pup with so much potential. She’s affectionate, gentle, and ready to bond closely with her future family.
Poochyena is currently enjoying some time in a short-term foster home, and so far it’s been a pretty low-key, cozy stay. Rest and relaxation seem to be at the top of her priority list—and she is fully committed to the assignment. This girl is a massive cuddler. All she wants to do is melt into her foster mom and soak up every ounce of affection. She may need a minute to find the perfect snuggle position (there are just so many good options!), but once she settles in, she’s pure sweetness.
She’s very food motivated, loves tasty treats, and that makes training much easier. She goes into the crate nicely, and will settle in after just a little bit of complaining. She has worked on her house training and has improved wonderfully over her time in foster. She is now great with her routine and doesn’t have accidents. On leash, she’s walking nicely and staying close. Some of that may be because she’s still feeling a little unsure about the world (and that cold, nasty wind certainly doesn’t help). As she gains weight and confidence, her personality will likely continue to blossom.
Poochyena has met other dogs at the shelter, she is a timid calm girl who does best with gentle and polite friends. She has interacted nicely with small breed dogs.
Poochyena 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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