Animal Welfare League of Frederick County

Animal Welfare League of Frederick County The Animal Welfare League of Frederick County is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated

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The AWLFC was established as a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization in 2001. What began as a grassroots group of concerned animal lovers has grown into the county’s largest all-volunteer, no-kill animal rescue an

d welfare organization. In October 2009, the AWLFC opened our first adoption center and office at 1202 East Patrick Street, Suite 13A, in Frederick, MD. This office serves as the headquarters for all AWLFC activities, including cat and dog adoptions, our monthly spay/neuter clinic, education and training sessions, and fund-raising events. Founded on the philosophy that every animal deserves a loving home, and that euthanasia is neither an acceptable nor humane form of managing animal populations, the AWLFC has four core programs designed to reduce pet homelessness and euthanasia rates in the region. In collaboration with local shelters, other rescue organizations, and concerned citizens, the AWLFC provides foster care for cats and dogs and then places them in a permanent home via our adoption process. Working with property owners and concerned citizens, the AWLFC coordinates the only formal Trap/Neuter/Release (TNR) program in Frederick County, Fixing Frederick’s Felines (FFF). TNR involves the humane trapping of feral and free-roaming cats, sterilization, and vaccination, followed by release back to a committed care-giver who provides food, shelter, and necessary medical care. TNR is the only humane way to manage feral and free-roaming cat populations. The AWLFC offers a monthly spay/neuter clinic designed to help low-income families and individuals access affordable spay/neuter and vaccinations for their pets. In addition to the monthly clinic, AWLFC provides financial assistance to pet owners who need help getting needed veterinary treatment for their cat or dog. AWLFC subsidizes both the monthly spay/neuter clinic and financial assistance for people facing financial hardship. The Friends Helping Felines (FHF) Program was created to help give people the means to spay and neuter homeless cats and kittens and place them in forever homes at those times when the Animal Welfare League's foster program is filled to capacity. FHF participants will have access to reduced rates for routine veterinary care, including spay or neuter and rabies vaccination. And, AWLFC helps people get the cats adopted into forever homes.

A huge THANK YOU to Petersen's Carpet & Flooring for the generous check we received from their 12 Days of Giving contest...
02/14/2025

A huge THANK YOU to Petersen's Carpet & Flooring for the generous check we received from their 12 Days of Giving contest! What a wonderful way to help out local non-profits and also raise awareness for their missions. We will put the funds to very good use! 🐾

If you’re local and need help with new flooring, give Petersen’s a call! 📞

💘 Cupid 💘Cupid is a gorgeous 5 month old boy who is always ready to entertain you. He loves playtime, but also loves nap...
02/14/2025

💘 Cupid 💘

Cupid is a gorgeous 5 month old boy who is always ready to entertain you. He loves playtime, but also loves nap time. He is a snuggler and will roll around on his back for pets. He has gotten along well with all the other felines he has met in his foster home. Cupid could be adopted with his brother Comet.

Foster mom can be reached at [email protected]

☄️ Comet ☄️ Comet is an adorable 5 month old boy who is playful, friendly, and loves attention. He is very outgoing and ...
02/14/2025

☄️ Comet ☄️

Comet is an adorable 5 month old boy who is playful, friendly, and loves attention. He is very outgoing and will jump right in your lap and ask for scritches. He is always very well behaved and has gotten along with all the other cats and kittens in his foster home. He could be adopted with his brother Cupid.

Foster mom can be reached at [email protected]

Happy Valentine’s Day from Yam! 🍠💘We couldn’t choose one photo, so here’s both. 😉
02/14/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day from Yam! 🍠💘

We couldn’t choose one photo, so here’s both. 😉

🧡 Update on Ambrosia 🧡Sweet girl made it through her surgery today like the tough kid she is. She is now home resting co...
02/13/2025

🧡 Update on Ambrosia 🧡

Sweet girl made it through her surgery today like the tough kid she is. She is now home resting comfortably. She is enthusiastically eating soft food and drinking water, and has pain meds on board.

Her veterinary team successfully removed a large polyp that started behind her ear drum, but had grown through the Eustachian tube (auditory tube) and into the back of her throat. She was also spayed at the same time to reduce the risk of more anesthesia. We will put a picture of the evicted polyp in the comments for those who are interested in seeing it (we think it’s so interesting!), so view at your own risk if you’re squeamish.

Ambrosia did suffer one small complication that became apparent when she woke up completely from the procedure. She has developed a case of Horners Syndrome, which is the result of trauma to the nerves around the removal site. Currently her left pupil is constricted, and the third eyelid won’t retract. Statically most cats who develop this complication recover completely within a couple of weeks when the nerves heal, so we are optimistic this will be the case. It is causing her no additional discomfort and doesn’t seem to bother her.

We are very grateful to everyone who donated to her procedure and contributed to improving her quality of life. She is already experiencing this with her ability to BREATHE tonight!

Many thanks to Dr. Palmer at Palmer Animal Hospital in Myersville for getting her in so quickly. 🧡

**If you made a donation and would like a tax form, feel free to email Kristin at [email protected]

02/12/2025

Ambrosia is all tucked in for the night, and we’ll be heading to the vet for surgery tomorrow! She’s just the sweetest girl and we’re so appreciative of everyone who contributed towards this. 🧡🐾

02/11/2025

This handsome lap loving, air biscuit making kitty is looking for his forever home! Camry is an 8 month old DSH. Don’t let his initial shyness fool you! He loves to play with toys and follow his foster parents around the house❤️

For any questions please reach out to his foster mom at [email protected]

‼️‼️ SOS ‼️‼️Please help us pay for Ambrosia's much needed surgery! We have a large, unexpected expense coming for one o...
02/10/2025

‼️‼️ SOS ‼️‼️

Please help us pay for Ambrosia's much needed surgery!

We have a large, unexpected expense coming for one of our foster kitties and we need your help. Ambrosia is a beautiful young female who needs an urgent surgery to remove a polyp that has spread from her ear and into her throat. It is now partially blocking her airway, so time is of the essence. We are overwhelmed with other vet bills due to recent projects, and could really use your help! Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. Thank you for your support.

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02/10/2025

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💘 Today is the last day to shop before Valentine’s Day and we have all our Valentine’s themed toys available! Better yet...
02/09/2025

💘 Today is the last day to shop before Valentine’s Day and we have all our Valentine’s themed toys available! Better yet, the pink and red monster are marked down to $8. Come get them before they’re gone! We’re here 12-4pm.

1202 East Patrick Street, Unit 13A ❤️

Introducing Comet & Cupid! ☄️ 💘 These two super sweet boys will be visiting our rescue center for the first time tomorro...
02/08/2025

Introducing Comet & Cupid! ☄️ 💘

These two super sweet boys will be visiting our rescue center for the first time tomorrow, February 9th from 12-2pm!

Comet and Cupid were born on a local farm but have been raised inside. They are about 4 1/2 months old, playful, outgoing, and absolutely love attention. If you’re in the market for a new family member, these boys shouldn’t be missed!

Video of them in comments, with a cameo from their nosy roommate Pumpkin.🧡 Comet is the white/tabby bicolor and Cupid is the solid tabby.

Foster mom can be reached at [email protected]

“It’s Caturday, so sleep in!”~Yam 🍠 💤
02/08/2025

“It’s Caturday, so sleep in!”

~Yam 🍠 💤

🐈 Your weekly dose of Nikko 🐈 She’s not available yet but we’ll keep you posted!
02/07/2025

🐈 Your weekly dose of Nikko 🐈

She’s not available yet but we’ll keep you posted!

It’s Caturday! 🎉 Yam and Okra, and their littlest sister Twiggy are enjoying the sunshine.☀️🍠
02/01/2025

It’s Caturday! 🎉 Yam and Okra, and their littlest sister Twiggy are enjoying the sunshine.☀️🍠

Come by this weekend, Saturday and Sunday 12-4pm to get some of our new Valentines Day themed catnip cat toys! Also avai...
02/01/2025

Come by this weekend, Saturday and Sunday 12-4pm to get some of our new Valentines Day themed catnip cat toys! Also available in our online marketplace.

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1202 E. Patrick Street, Unit 13A, Frederick, MD

🐾 Meet Blue! 💙 This 13-years-young Corgi & Border Collie mix sadly had to leave the family who rescued him as a puppy --...
01/31/2025

🐾 Meet Blue! 💙 This 13-years-young Corgi & Border Collie mix sadly had to leave the family who rescued him as a puppy -- through no fault of his own. Now, he’s settling into his AWLFC foster home and already proving to be a truly special senior guy. 💕

We’re still getting to know Blue, so he’s not available for adoption. But if you have questions or want more information, contact [email protected]. Stay tuned for updates on this sweet boy! 🐶

Address

1202 East Patrick Street, 13A
Frederick, MD
21701

Opening Hours

Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+13016635855

Website

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Ambrosia is all tucked in for the night, and we’ll be heading to the vet for surgery tomorrow! She’s just the sweetest girl and we’re so appreciative of everyone who contributed towards this. 🧡🐾

This handsome lap loving, air biscuit making kitty is looking for his forever home! Camry is an 8 month old DSH. Don’t let his initial shyness fool you! He loves to play with toys and follow his foster parents around the house❤️ For any questions please reach out to his foster mom at [email protected]

You know what is better than one black kitty? Two black kitties of course! Come meet these two bonded buddies (Jupiter and Charona) at the AWLFC adoption center this Sunday (1/26) from Noon-4pm. They are super sweet and playful and about 8 months old. More info: [email protected]

Come meet Ginger today from 12-2 p.m. at the AWLFC office (1202 East Patrick St., Frederick). She's a sweet, affectionate 2-year-old girl who loves to be around her people. At Christmas, for example, she played among the discarded wrapping paper. She's comfortable around dogs and other cats. For more info, check out her Petfinder bio: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/ginger-73378412/md/frederick/animal-welfare-league-of-frederick-county-md196/

Huxley loves chasing the cursor 😻 Come meet this long-haired teddy bear and his bonded twin sister Henny this Saturday (1/11) at the adoption center from 12-4. They’re the perfect set of personalities to start your new year off purrrfectly Petfinder bios here: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/henny-huxley-73118562/md/frederick/animal-welfare-league-of-frederick-county-md196/ 1202 E Patrick Street, Frederick.

🎄We’ve got lots of goodies and gifts for your fur and human friends! Come check us out, we’re open today and tomorrow from 12-4pm! No time? Check out our bio to shop online! 🐾🎅🏻

Beatrice received the VIP treatment during her stay at the hospital! She is now home and recovering well. 💜🐾

Yam hopes you will be inspired to contribute towards the care of the most vulnerable animals in our program, animals like he was. 🍠 #GivingTuesday https://www.facebook.com/share/1wpZQja1r8/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Who doesn’t love a good box to play in! Camry and Atlas definitely do!! Come meet them today!! Atlas - a playful girl Camry - a love bug who wants to curl up in your lap For more info please contact their foster mom at heatherl@awlfc.org
Who doesn’t love a good box to play in! Camry and Atlas definitely do!! Come meet them today!! Atlas - a playful girl Camry - a love bug who wants to curl up in your lap For more info please contact their foster mom at [email protected]

Who doesn’t love a good box to play in! Camry and Atlas definitely do!! Come meet them today!! Atlas - a playful girl Camry - a love bug who wants to curl up in your lap For more info please contact their foster mom at [email protected]

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