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The Maryland SPCA

Animal shelter in Baltimore, MD

The Maryland SPCA connects wonderful pets to loving owners. We are not affiliated with any national animal organization, and we do not receive any government or United Way funding. Our mission is to prevent cruelty and neglect of animals through fostering the humane relationship between animals and people. We operate primarily in the Greater Baltimore Metropolitan area.

To make sure that our dogs and cats do not contribute to the pet overpopulation problem, every one is spayed or neutered before going into a new home. The cost is included in the adoption fee, as are the costs of shots and other necessary care. In addition, a free Positive Pooch class is available to our dog adopters.

There is no set time limit for how long an animal can remain in our adoption program. As long as an animal maintains general good health and a sound temperament, we keep him or her until adopted. We pride ourselves on providing premium care to the animals in a clean, pleasant environment. Our adoption staff works diligently to pair up adopters with the best animal match for their homes and lifestyles.

We transport animals from other shelters to our adoption center to help more animals get adopted. We also help pet owners find new homes for their pets so their animals don’t need to enter shelter care.

Contact
Address
3300 Falls Road
Baltimore, MD 21211
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Meet their adoptable pets

3300 Falls Road

Baltimore, MD 21211

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Adoptable pets at The Maryland SPCA

We'll also keep you updated on Lucinda's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucinda

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Perry's adoption status with email updates.
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Perry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 11 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Boudin 's adoption status with email updates.
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Boudin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Zoey's adoption status with email updates.
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Zoey

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Pemaquid's adoption status with email updates.
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Pemaquid

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Phineas's adoption status with email updates.
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Phineas

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 11 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Monhegan's adoption status with email updates.
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Monhegan

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Bodie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bodie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
Baltimore, MD

Shelter FAQs

Baltimore City & Baltimore County

Additional adoption info

Before you Arrive:

Make sure your apartment is pet-friendly. Check with your landlord about pet policies.

To make the adoption process go a little quicker, here's a list of what to bring:

- Vet records, if you currently own pets
- Lease, if you currently rent
- Any family members or roommates to meet the animals

Pets at shelters & rescues near The Maryland SPCA

Virginia German Shepherd Rescue

PO Box 126,
Sterling, VA 20167

Animal Protection Alliance

Takoma Park, MD 20912

We'll also keep you updated on HAZEL's adoption status with email updates.
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HAZEL

Basset Hound/Beagle

Female, Adult
Rockville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Gloria's adoption status with email updates.
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Gloria

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs
Owings Mills, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Nala Qatar - no longer available's adoption status with email updates.
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Nala Qatar - no longer available

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Merrifield, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Lulu's adoption status with email updates.
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Lulu

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Spring Grove, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Nathan's adoption status with email updates.
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Nathan

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Paisley's adoption status with email updates.
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Paisley

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
York, PA

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