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

Adoptable pets at The Maryland SPCA

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

American Bulldog

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Meg's adoption status with email updates.
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Meg

American Pit Bull Terrier/Pointer

Female, 7 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Blue Clue's adoption status with email updates.
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Blue Clue

Schnoodle/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 5 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Hemlock's adoption status with email updates.
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Hemlock

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Priscilla's adoption status with email updates.
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Priscilla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Little Mama's adoption status with email updates.
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Little Mama

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Meelo's adoption status with email updates.
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Meelo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 6 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Mrs. Gray Buttons's adoption status with email updates.
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Mrs. Gray Buttons

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 11 yrs 4 mos
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

Noahs Children Inc.

Baltimore, MD 21401

Fur the Love of Paws, Inc.

23 Bright Sky Ct,
Owings Mills, MD 21117

We'll also keep you updated on Southern Charm (foster cat)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Southern Charm (foster cat)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Gettysburg, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Barista's adoption status with email updates.
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Barista

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Sykesville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Barney (FKA Bleu)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Barney (FKA Bleu)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Gert's adoption status with email updates.
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Gert

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 10 mos
Frederick, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Woofie's adoption status with email updates.
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Woofie

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Chow Chow

Male, Young
Darlington, MD

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