Please be aware: our adoption process is changing on Monday, December 27. For the safety of our community, we will temporarily suspend appointments to walk through our shelter.
All adoptions will begin with an online application. However, applicants will have the option of doing their meet-and-greet/interview virtually or outside our shelter at 3300 Falls Road.
To learn more, continue reading below.
Two ways to adopt
ONLINE or BY APPOINTMENT OUTSIDE
Adopt online
You can complete the adoption process entirely online.
Here’s how it works:
- Visit our adoption portal to view available pets. If you find one you like, submit an online application.
- We’ll email instructions to schedule a meet-and-greet/interview via Zoom.
- Once we confirm your appointment, we’ll place the pet on hold for 24 hours.
- Complete your virtual meet-and-greet and interview.
- If we both agree it’s a good fit, we’ll complete the paperwork and payment digitally.
- We’ll schedule a time for you to pick up your pet!
Please be aware: payment and pickup must be completed before the 24-hour hold expires. This prevents long delays in finding pets homes.
Adopt by appointment outside
Every adoption begins with an online application. After that, you have the option of making an appointment for a meet-and-greet at the shelter.
Here’s how it works:
- Visit our adoption portal to view available pets. If you find one you like, submit an online application.
- We’ll email instructions to schedule a meet-and-greet/interview at the shelter.
- Once we confirm your appointment, we’ll place the pet on hold for 24 hours.
- Arrive at the MD SPCA at your appointment time.
- Park your car in front of a blue adoption sign and call (410) 235-6205 to check in.
- We’ll bring the pet out to meet you and complete your interview.
- If we both agree it’s a good fit, we’ll complete the paperwork and payment digitally.
- We’ll arrange for you to take your pet home!
Please be aware: payment and pickup must be completed before the 24-hour hold expires. This prevents long delays in finding pets homes.
Fees
Your fee helps cover the costs of caring for animals at the shelter. On average, the cost to care for a pet at the Maryland SPCA is $750.
Dogs
Puppies (under 6 months): $275
Small dogs (up to 25lbs): $275
Dogs over 25lbs: $150
Cats
Kittens (under 6 months): $125
All other cats: $80
Adoptions include a free microchip, collar, and personalized ID tag.
Per Baltimore City law, adopters residing in Baltimore City must purchase a pet license ($10).
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