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
Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.
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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
Hanover, PA 17331
1800 A Baltimore Street,
Hanover,
PA
17331
Westminster, MD 21158
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