150 Years
improving the lives
of pets and people.

The Maryland SPCA was founded in 1869 on the simple notion that every animal deserves to be treated with compassion and care.

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Out & About

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Mar
31

Volunteer Orientation

March 31, 2020 • 5:00PM

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. The first step to getting started... Learn more

Apr
18

Festival for the Animals

April 18, 2020 • 10:00AM

UPDATE (March 13, 2020): Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation,... Learn more

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Adopt

Over 3,500 pets are rescued and adopted each year from the Maryland SPCA.

Sampson

Age: 16 years, 5 months
How to Adopt

Need help? Start here.

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Pet Training

All Star Canine, Thursdays with Dina

Starting April 9, 2020

All Star Canine is a 6 week class that will help you create a positive and lasting... Learn more

All Star Canine, Tuesdays with Maria

Starting April 21, 2020

All Star Canine is a 6 week class that will help you create a positive and lasting... Learn more

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The Maryland SPCA is an independent, local nonprofit operating out of one small but mighty campus in Baltimore.

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Animal Behavior & Training

Develop and enhance your relationship with your pet through our training classes.

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Rehoming

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Wellness Clinic

A complete range of services to meet all your pets’ medical needs.

Spay/Neuter

Spay and neuter surgery for cats and dogs.

Shelter Medicine

Caring for the health of every new pet that arrives in our care.

End-of-Life Service for Public

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Saving the lives of Maryland animals since 1869.

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Explore all the ways to give to the Maryland SPCA.

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Your support saves the lives of local cats and dogs.

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