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Montgomery County SPCA

Animal rescue in Gaithersburg, MD

The MCSPCA, founded in 1973, is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the humane treatment of animals. We are independent, locally based, and funded completely by donations. We receive no financial support from the ASPCA or from any federal, state, or county government agencies.

Contact Email us for application
Email mcspcacats@hotmail.com
Phone (301) 948-4266
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PO BOX 637
Gaithersburg, MD 20880
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PO BOX 637

Gaithersburg, MD 20880

See every new pet that comes to this rescue!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Montgomery County SPCA

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Huckle's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Huckle

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Goji's adoption status with email updates.
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Goji

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Hilo's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Hilo

Tabby

Male, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Waimea's adoption status with email updates.
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Waimea

Tabby

Male, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Lilly's adoption status with email updates.
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Lilly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Einstein's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Einstein

Tabby

Male, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Newton's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Newton

Tabby

Male, Kitten
Gaithersburg, MD
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Rescue FAQs

Washington Metropolitan Area - Maryland, Virginia and DC

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview

Additional adoption info

Interested? Please see our cats and dogs who need homes and our upcoming adoption events on our website www.mcspca.org
If you have any questions, please email us mcspcacats@hotmail.com and we'll answer you as soon as possible! You can call the MCSPCA at 301-948-4266, but for the fastest response, please use our email address.

Adoption Fees:

* A $100 adoption fee is required for cats.
* A $150 adoption fee is required for kittens under 1yr. of age.
* A $150 adoption fee is required for dogs under 50lbs
* A $175 adoption fee is required for dogs over 50lbs
* A $225 adoption fee is required for puppies or dogs with special medical needs (including sighthounds because of the anesthesia requirements)

We accept cash and checks only, no credit cards. The fee includes the cost of spay/neuter, initial vaccinations, heartworm testing (for dogs), FeLV/FIV testing (for cats), deworming, and general care of the animals during their stay at the MCSPCA (food, litter, medication, vet care, etc.).
An adoption application, vet check, and interview with a counselor are required to ensure that appropriate placements are made. A home visit may also be required.

* ALL members of a household must be present for the adoption process.
* If you rent your home, you must provide your landlord’s name and phone number. Landlord consent is required prior to adoption. To expedite this process, you can provide a copy of your lease or a signed statement from your landlord specifying the pet policy.

* The MCSPCA seeks the best possible homes for the animals in our care, and we reserve the right to refuse adoption to anyone.

*Upon approval, an adoption contract must be completed and signed.
*An adoption counselor will follow up each adoption with telephone calls and/or home visits.

Adoption application

http://www.mcspca.org/arules.asp

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Montgomery County SPCA

Save A Friend P.R.- Baltimore/Washington Area Transport

Glen Brunie, MD 21060

Eskie Rescuers United American Eskimo Dog Rescue, Inc. - Maryland

Randallstown, MD 21133

Tara's House Animal Rescue, Inc. - Columbia Chapter

8775 Centre Park Drive, #258,
Columbia, MD 21045

We'll also keep you updated on Poppy (paired with Posey)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Poppy (paired with Posey)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Owings Mills, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Harmony's adoption status with email updates.
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Harmony

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Mt. Airy, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Mr Carson's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr Carson

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Alexandria, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Princess Baby's adoption status with email updates.
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Princess Baby

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Prince William County, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Jack

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Washington, DC

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