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Fortress

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs
Baltimore, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Amora

Jack Russell Terrier/Schnauzer (Standard)

Female, Senior
Abingdon, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Amora was given to us by a previous co-worker when she was about 2 years old. If not adopted at that time she would have been put down. She's been with us since 2018 when both my wife and I were kid free and able to pour ourselves to her. Now with 2 kids and a extremely busy work schedule we don't have the time need to fully take care of her. She's very loving dog that just doesn't want to be alone. We would really love to give her a new home instead of giving her up to a shelter.
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Elsa

Redbone Coonhound

Female, 2 yrs
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:  Elsa (ELS0826ALAFD) Estimated Breed:  Redbone Coonhound mix Approximate Age:  2 years       Approximate Weight:  40 lbsCurrently Living at:  Boarding      Adoption Fee:  $400DOG'S DESCRIPTION: Meet Elsa! Elsa and her dog buddy, Amelia, suddenly found themselves surrendered to a shelter in Alabama through no fault of their own. With adoptions few and far between, their future was uncertain and the shelter was a scary place to be. Thankfully, K-9 Lifesavers stepped in and gave these deserving girls a second chance. Now Elsa is ready for the best part of her journey — finding a forever family of her very own! Elsa is a wonderful girl who is very well behaved. She has so much love and companionship to offer and will make a fantastic addition to one lucky home. After everything she’s been through, Elsa is ready to leave shelter life behind and discover just how wonderful it feels to truly belong. In return, she promises years of love, loyalty, and faithful companionship. Apply today and give this very deserving girl the forever home she’s been waiting for! Your new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2814117##
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Amelia

Pointer/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 10 mos
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:  Amelia (AME0826ALAFD) Estimated Breed:  Pointer / Jack Russell Terrier mix Approximate Age:  10 months      Approximate Weight:  35 lbsCurrently Living at:  Boarding      Adoption Fee:  $400DOG'S DESCRIPTION: Meet Amelia! Amelia and her dog buddy, Elsa, suddenly found themselves surrendered to a shelter in Alabama through no fault of their own. With adoptions few and far between, their future was uncertain and the shelter was a scary place to be. Thankfully, K-9 Lifesavers stepped in and gave these deserving girls a second chance. Now Amelia is ready for the best part of her journey — finding a forever family of her very own! Amelia is a wonderful girl who already has some impressive house-dog skills. She is very well behaved, knows some commands, and is excellent with other dogs. She has so much love and companionship to offer and will make a fantastic addition to one lucky home. After everything she’s been through, Amelia is ready to leave shelter life behind and discover just how wonderful it feels to truly belong. In return, she promises years of love, loyalty, and faithful companionship. Apply today and give this very deserving girl the forever home she’s been waiting for! Your new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2814114##
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Baby Ruby

Hound (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 mos
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:  Baby Ruby (RUB0826ALAFD) Estimated Breed:  Hound / Lab mixApproximate Age:  10 weeks     Approximate Weight:  10 lbsCurrently Living at:  Foster     Adoption Fee:  $500DOG'S DESCRIPTION: Hi! I’m Baby Ruby! My brother, Baby Max, and I had a pretty rough start to life. We were dumped on the side of the road in Alabama and left to fend for ourselves. Thankfully, some wonderful people came along, and now we’re safe with K-9 Lifesavers! Now I’m on a very important mission: finding a loving forever home where I’ll never have to worry about being abandoned again. I’m a super sweet little gal who gets along great with other dogs. I’m playful, lovable, and — if I do say so myself — pretty darn adorable. I’m also a little roly-poly, which just means there’s even more of me to love! I’m at the perfect age for training and socialization, so I’m ready to learn all about being the very best girl. All I need is someone to teach me, love me, and promise that this time, I’m home for good. Ready to add a sweet, squishy puppy to your family? Look no further — I’m right here! Apply today and ask for Baby Ruby! Your new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2814110##
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Baby Max

Hound (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 mos
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:  Baby Max (MAX0826ALAMD) Estimated Breed:  Hound / Lab mixApproximate Age:  10 weeks     Approximate Weight:  10 lbsCurrently Living at:  Foster     Adoption Fee:  $500DOG'S DESCRIPTION: Hi! I’m Baby Max! My sister, Baby Ruby, and I had a pretty rough start to life. We were dumped on the side of the road in Alabama and left to fend for ourselves. Thankfully, some wonderful people came along, and now we’re safe with K-9 Lifesavers! Now I’m on a very important mission: finding a loving forever home where I’ll never have to worry about being abandoned again. I’m a super sweet little guy who gets along great with other dogs. I’m playful, lovable, and — if I do say so myself — pretty darn adorable. I’m also a little roly-poly, which just means there’s even more of me to love! I’m at the perfect age for training and socialization, so I’m ready to learn all about being the very best boy. All I need is someone to teach me, love me, and promise that this time, I’m home for good. Ready to add a sweet, squishy puppy to your family? Look no further — I’m right here! Apply today and ask for Baby Max! Your new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2814109##

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Shelters & rescues in Maryland

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Maryland. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Critters from Heaven Rescue Inc.

Cambridge, MD 21613

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Baywater Animal Rescue

4930 Bucktown Rd., Cambridge, MD 21613

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Wags & Wishes

P.O. Box 1102, Cambridge, MD 21613

Pet Types: dogs

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Dorchester County Dog Control

829 Fieldcrest Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613

Pet Types: dogs

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Maryland Chapter

PO Box 1676, Hurlock, MD 21643

Pet Types: dogs

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Talbot Humane

7894 Ocean Gateway, PO BOX 1143, EASTON, MD 21601

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Greyt Expectations Greyhound Rescue(tm), Inc.

PO Box 1225, Lusby, MD 20657

Pet Types: dogs

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Crazy for Critters Animal Rescue

11414 Norris Twilley Rd., Mardela Springs, MD 21837

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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HOMEWOODS RESCUE For the Wayward Hound

21160 Bivalve Lodge Road, Bivalve, MD 21814

Pet Types: dogs

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Pets with Disabilities

635 Clay Hammond Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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