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Humane Society of Carroll County

Animal shelter in Westminster, MD

The Humane Society of Carroll County, Inc. attempts to alleviate the pain and suffering of animals. It also attempts to educate the public about their needs, shelter the lost and unwanted, reunite and adopt as many as possible and enforce the laws pertaining to their regulation and humane keeping.

Our Goals

We strive to fulfill our mission by being as responsive to the public as is possible. We try to the best of our ability to work with the public to reconcile the issue brought to our attention through education, advice, mediation, and enforcement.

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2517 Littlestown Pike
Westminster, MD 21158
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Meet their adoptable pets

2517 Littlestown Pike

Westminster, MD 21158

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Adoptable pets at Humane Society of Carroll County

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

Rottweiler

Male, 6 yrs
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on WILLOW's adoption status with email updates.
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WILLOW

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on PRINCE's adoption status with email updates.
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PRINCE

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever/Great Pyrenees

Female, 1 yr
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on TORRIN's adoption status with email updates.
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TORRIN

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on GIN's adoption status with email updates.
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GIN

Chow Chow

Male, 4 yrs 3 mos
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on RUTH's adoption status with email updates.
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RUTH

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on PHOENIX's adoption status with email updates.
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PHOENIX

Husky/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 4 yrs 10 mos
Westminster, MD

Shelter FAQs

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  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Submit Application

Additional adoption info

Ready to Adopt? Stop in during our open adoption hours to meet our available pets. Our adoption application can be completed while you visit. All adoptions are first come first serve–generally if an animal is still on the website it is available.

The adoption process starts with a visit to our facility where you can spend time with the animals and talk to our adoption team to find out which animals might best suit your family. All adoptions require a history check and adopters must agree to standard adoption requirements. If you have another dog in the home please plan to bring them for a meet and greet before you complete the adoption. Property ownership or proof of permission to adopt by your landlord is required. You must be 21 years of age or older to adopt.

Dog Adoption Fees:
6 months and younger*- $250
7 months-5 years- $200
6 years-10 years- $150
11 years and older- $100
*Intact puppies may require a $200 deposit in addition to their adoption fee, refundable with proof of spay/neuter surgery

Cat Adoption Fees:
1 year and younger- $75
2 years-7 years- $50
8 years and older- $25
**Please note adoption fees may vary due to adoption events/promotions and other variables specific to a certain animal (medical needs, length of stay, etc.).**

Adoption application

https://hscarroll.org/adoption/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Humane Society of Carroll County

Sweet Souls Animal Rescue

1800 A Baltimore Street,
Hanover, PA 17331

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Dunson's adoption status with email updates.
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Dunson

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Butchey's adoption status with email updates.
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Butchey

Basset Hound/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Ivy's adoption status with email updates.
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Ivy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Emma's adoption status with email updates.
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Emma

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Westminster, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Anne's adoption status with email updates.
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Anne

Black and Tan Coonhound/Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Westminster, MD

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