Rescue Resources

Thousands of animals are waiting in shelters and rescue groups for their forever homes. Big. Small. Young. Old. Purebred. Mixed Breed. Special Needs. Perfect for you!

Your new best friends is hoping today is their lucky day…go check out the shelters and rescues. Today could be YOUR lucky day too!

Where to Find Your New Best Friend:

When you rescue an animal, you save 2 lives…the pet you rescued and the space you freed up for another animal to be saved.

Pet Rescue Online Databases

www.petfinder.com: A local and national database of thousands of adoptable pets, customizable by area, breed, animal type, age and more!

www.adoptapet.com: A local and national database of thousands of adoptable pets, customizable by area, breed, animal type, age and more!

www.spotsociety.org: A great resource for low-cost spay/neuter clinics, a list of rescue groups, shelters and more. 

Shelters

www.hswcmd.org: Humane Society of Washington County, MD

www.frederickcountymd.gov Frederick County, MD Animal Control