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Chessie is a darling pup currently residing in a foster home, where she's been charming her temporary family with her delightful personality. In the short time she's been with them, Chessie has shown just how special she is.
First and foremost, Chessie is a cuddle enthusiast! She adores affection and will happily snuggle up with you on the couch for hours on end. She's also incredibly well-behaved; when you ask her to lay down, she complies with ease, making her the perfect couch companion. Her favorite pastime? Playing with toys, particularly her beloved carrot toy.
Chessie is a quick learner and is currently mastering the art of toy play. She's fascinated by toys and is eager to explore different playthings. Plus, she's a love bug through and through, displaying a keen interest in other dogs on leash that will benefit from handlers who are willing to work on her leash manners. Chessie prefers to be the only dog in your home.
We're actively working on improving Chessie's leash skills, experimenting with various collars, harnesses, and leads to find what suits her best. Additionally, she's already crate trained and is a quiet, content camper when she's in her crate. When nature calls, Chessie prefers the great outdoors, opting for the grass to do her business.
Chessie's foster family has fallen head over heels for this sweet angel, but they know that her forever home is out there somewhere. Until then, Chessie will continue to be showered with love and care by all of us, eagerly awaiting the day she finds her perfect match. Could that be with you? Come meet Chessie and let her charm her way into your heart! If you are interested in connecting with Chessie's foster family and setting up a day to meet her please email dogfosters@barcs.org!
Introducing Chessie!
Chessie is a darling pup currently residing in a foster home, where she's been charming her temporary family with her delightful personality. In the short time she's been with them, Chessie has shown just how special she is.
First and foremost, Chessie is a cuddle enthusiast! She adores affection and will happily snuggle up with you on the couch for hours on end. She's also incredibly well-behaved; when you ask her to lay down, she complies with ease, making her the perfect couch companion. Her favorite pastime? Playing with toys, particularly her beloved carrot toy.
Chessie is a quick learner and is currently mastering the art of toy play. She's fascinated by toys and is eager to explore different playthings. Plus, she's a love bug through and through, displaying a keen interest in other dogs on leash that will benefit from handlers who are willing to work on her leash manners. Chessie prefers to be the only dog in your home.
We're actively working on improving Chessie's leash skills, experimenting with various collars, harnesses, and leads to find what suits her best. Additionally, she's already crate trained and is a quiet, content camper when she's in her crate. When nature calls, Chessie prefers the great outdoors, opting for the grass to do her business.
Chessie's foster family has fallen head over heels for this sweet angel, but they know that her forever home is out there somewhere. Until then, Chessie will continue to be showered with love and care by all of us, eagerly awaiting the day she finds her perfect match. Could that be with you? Come meet Chessie and let her charm her way into your heart! If you are interested in connecting with Chessie's foster family and setting up a day to meet her please email dogfosters@barcs.org!
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website. Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. Check www.barcs.org for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website. Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. Check www.barcs.org for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
More about this shelter
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
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