Prince George's County Animal Shelter

Prince George's County Animal Shelter We are open for adoptions on a walk-in basis. IMPORTANT NOTES:

Our adoptions happen on a first come, first served basis. You must be 18 years or older to adopt.

To view animals available for adoption, visit the website 24Petconnect.com under "adopt a pet" ,enter zip code 20772, and select Prince Georges County Animal Services Division to view the available animals in the facility. Please visit us at 3750 Brown Station Road in Upper Marlboro, MD during our normal business hours (Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

). You do not need to be a resident of Prince George's county to adopt a pet from us! Animals are placed as household pets only. You are not permitted to adopt animals for guarding, hunting or mousers. In accordance with Prince George's County law, all female pets MUST be spayed and all male pets neutered. Animals adopted out will be spayed/neutered before going home. If a medical condition prohibits spay/neuter at the time of adoption, a contract will be signed to bring the pet back for spay/neuter surgery at a later date. The animal must be maintained in accordance with the licensing and other laws of the community in which it resides and be provided with routine and emergency veterinary care as required. It is the objective of the Animal Services Division to place pets from the Facility in the most suitable home available for both the pet and the family. We reserve the right not to place an animal, to refuse or deny any application, or to make recommendations to consider another selection.

*We stop taking pets out for interactions/to start new applications half an hour before closing.

🐾Rescue Partners Wanted🐾We are looking for more wonderful animal rescue organizations to become partners with Prince Geo...
07/03/2025

🐾Rescue Partners Wanted🐾

We are looking for more wonderful animal rescue organizations to become partners with Prince George's County ASD! With our current rescue partners, we have been able to place various animals into new homes. We are eager to see that number continue to increase with your help.

Can you lend a paw? Email [email protected] to get started!

3750 Brown Station Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Tues-Fri, 11am-7pm
Saturday, 10am-4pm

🎆 HOLIDAY NOTICE + PET SAFETY TIPS 🎆ASD and our Jack Jack A560227 want to remind you that we will be CLOSED on Friday, J...
07/03/2025

🎆 HOLIDAY NOTICE + PET SAFETY TIPS 🎆

ASD and our Jack Jack A560227 want to remind you that we will be CLOSED on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day.
We’ll reopen at 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 5, 2025.

While you're celebrating, don’t forget to keep your pets safe and comfortable! ❤️🐾

Here are a few Holiday Pet Safety Tips to help:

🔹 Plan Ahead: Ask your vet about calming meds if needed.
🔹 Update IDs: Make sure tags & microchips are current.
🔹 Exercise Early: Get those walks in before the fireworks start.
🔹 Secure Your Home: Check doors, fences, and escape routes.
🔹 Provide a Safe Space: Create a quiet, cozy spot for pets to hide if they’re scared.

Let’s keep our furry friends safe and calm this 4th of July!

Holiday Announcement from ASD & Bagel! 🐾Hi everyone! Bagel (pictured here 🐶💙) and all of us at Animal Services want to l...
07/02/2025

Holiday Announcement from ASD & Bagel! 🐾

Hi everyone! Bagel (pictured here 🐶💙) and all of us at Animal Services want to let you know that we will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. 🎆

We encourage you to visit us during our regular business hours:
📅 Tuesday–Friday: 11 AM – 7 PM
📅 Saturday: 10 AM – 4 PM
(Please arrive at least 1 hour before closing to meet our adoptable pets!)

Wishing you and your furry friends a safe and happy Fourth! 🐕🎇

🐾 Meet Tyson (A521900) – a loyal heart searching for his person 🖤This handsome 6-year-old neutered German Shepherd is fu...
07/02/2025

🐾 Meet Tyson (A521900) – a loyal heart searching for his person 🖤

This handsome 6-year-old neutered German Shepherd is full of curiosity and quiet strength. Shelter life just isn’t his style—Tyson seems a bit overwhelmed by all the commotion, quietly exploring with his nose to the ground, searching for something more. 💔

At first, he wasn’t too interested in treats or affection, but once outside, he came alive—sniffing every inch of his surroundings with purpose. Tyson is part of our Gentle & Dainty playgroup, where he’s vocal, tolerant, and enjoys chatting it up with his doggy pals. 🐶🗣️

Tyson would thrive in a home with someone familiar with the working breed—someone who understands his need for structure, purpose, and connection. He's Lyme positive, but with proper care, he’s ready to move forward and blossom in the right home. 🌱

If you're looking for a loyal companion who just needs a little patience and a lot of love, Tyson may be the one you've been waiting for.

🎥 Watch his reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLlYwEWS347/?igsh=ZjQ5OWJwbHU4d2Rp

📍 Prince George’s County Animal Services
3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, MD
📞 301-780-7200
🐾 A521900

We want to give a BIG THANK YOU to The Hepler family for adopting Dotty from our Patuxent Research Refugee Adoption Even...
07/02/2025

We want to give a BIG THANK YOU to The Hepler family for adopting Dotty from our Patuxent Research Refugee Adoption Event! She loves her so much that she paid it forward by donating a Kuranda Bed!!!

Thank you so much, please see message from her:

"I adopted Dotty today. Her new name is Rosey. She is the sweetest dog ever. She walks great on a leash, she is so friendly! I still haven’t heard her bark. I love her already!!! Thank you!!! "

Please see flyer for information on how to donate a Kuranda Bed!

Meet Bubbles! A559654At just 11 months old and 31 pounds, Bubbles is the sweetest little doll. This affectionate girl lo...
07/02/2025

Meet Bubbles! A559654

At just 11 months old and 31 pounds, Bubbles is the sweetest little doll. This affectionate girl loves nothing more than treats and time with her person. Her tail never stops wagging when she’s with you.

Though she’s a bit camera shy indoors, her gentle nature always shines through. Bubbles walks nicely on leash, knows how to sit, and is polite with no jumping, just pure love. Like Blossom (A558657), likely her mom, and Dexter (A559656), probably her brother, Bubbles has a heart full of affection and a loving spirit.

Bubbles will thrive with a family ready to continue her training and help her grow into the wonderful companion she’s meant to be. If you’re looking for a sweet best friend to share your days with, Bubbles is your girl!

Bubbles is reserved for adopters who live outside of Prince George's County, Maryland.
Prince George’s County Animal Shelter
3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, Maryland
301.780.7200

Hours:
Tues-Fri , 11am-7pm
Saturday, 10am-4pm
CLOSED FOR VISITS Sunday + Monday
Arrive ONE HOUR before closing

Hi everyone! on 07/01/2025 We had 6 adoptions, 7 animals go to rescue and 5 animals returned to owner, in total we had 2...
07/02/2025

Hi everyone! on 07/01/2025 We had 6 adoptions, 7 animals go to rescue and 5 animals returned to owner, in total we had 28 outcomes, and 43 intakes :( it seems like no matter what we do we can't catch a break, and we need our communities help more than ever! We have so many adoptable dogs like:

Carmello A560229

Carmello is a sweet and quiet dog. He is a little unsure when walking on a leash or in hallways, but he is trying his best. He is very food motivated, and once he knows you have treats, he is ready to stick by your side like Velcro. Carmello is looking for a calm and patient home where he can learn to trust people again. When he feels safe, he will come over for a tail wag and maybe even a kiss. He just needs time, love, and a few snacks to feel at home.

📍 Prince George’s County Animal Shelter
3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, MD
📞 301-780-7200
🐾 A560227

Hey, pet parents! With the hot weather upon us, it's essential to keep our furry friends safe and comfortable. Here are ...
07/02/2025

Hey, pet parents! With the hot weather upon us, it's essential to keep our furry friends safe and comfortable. Here are some great tips to help your pets beat the heat:
1. Provide Plenty of Fresh Water: Always have clean, cool water available for your pets to drink throughout the day.
2. Limit Exercise: Take walks during the cooler parts of the day, like early morning or late evening, to avoid overheating.

3. Watch for Signs of Overheating: Keep an eye out for excessive panting, drooling, or lethargy. If you notice these signs, cool your pet down gradually and seek veterinary assistance if necessary.
4. Use Pet-Safe Cooling Products: Consider pet cooling mats or vests to provide extra relief from the heat.
Your pets depend on you to keep them safe, so let’s ensure their summer is fun and refreshing! Please share these tips and keep your furry friends cool! ❤️🐶🐱

For more information, please go to http://bit.ly/40jGxzf

Calling all Foster Heroes! We’re excited to announce our participation in Foster 50, a national program designed to incr...
07/02/2025

Calling all Foster Heroes!

We’re excited to announce our participation in Foster 50, a national program designed to increase pet fostering across the United States. The program brings together shelters, rescues and pet lovers, like you, to raise awareness for the power of fostering and how even one hour with a pet outside the shelter can change its life.

According to our friends at Maddie’s Fund, dogs who spend time in foster care — even one foster sleepover — are 14 times more likely to get adopted. As is the same with all animals, dogs and cats who were in foster care prior to adoption have a decreased risk of return. This encouraging data is part of the reason why we’d love to have you apply to be a foster pet parent today.
Summer is the perfect time to try out fostering a pet!

Foster 50 was designed by PEDIGREE Foundation, Maddie’s Fund, Adopt a Pet, Mutual Rescue, Petco Love, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and Outcomes for Pets Consulting.

Call us at (301) 780-7217 or visit pgcsprout.info/fosterpets to inquire. For more information on our foster program, please email [email protected].

To learn more about Foster 50, please visit www.PEDIGREEFoundation.org/Foster50Challenge

⚠ ATTENTION!!! ⚠Looking for a fun way to fulfill your free time? ASD is looking for Volunteers! We have had such a succe...
07/02/2025

⚠ ATTENTION!!! ⚠
Looking for a fun way to fulfill your free time?
ASD is looking for Volunteers! We have had such a successful year with the help of our many wonderful volunteers and ASD would love to recruit more!
We are specifically looking for volunteers to assist with weekday dog walking and our weekend enrichment making.
We accept student volunteers that are looking to earn their community service hours for our enrichment program, which runs Saturdays from 2-4pm.
Our next orientation is today, Wednesday, July 9th, at 6pm, walk ins welcomed!
For more information, please email [email protected]

I dare you to meet Dexter and not fall in love. Oh my! Meet DexterA559656!If you’ve ever dreamed of having a 35-pound ...
07/02/2025

I dare you to meet Dexter and not fall in love. Oh my!

Meet DexterA559656!

If you’ve ever dreamed of having a 35-pound lap dog, your dream is about to come true. Dexter is an 11-month-old cuddle pro whose favorite place in the world is on his people. He’s sweet, attentive, and oh-so-ready to be your shadow.

Dexter’s leash manners are lovely, he takes treats like a gentleman, and that speckled face? It’s impossible to resist. His waggly tail is just the cherry on top of this adorable dreamboat.

Because he’s still a youngster, Dexter will thrive with a family ready to keep guiding him as he blossoms into his best self. Speaking of blossoming, Dexter came in with Blossom, likely his mom, and Bubbles, likely his sister, who both share his affectionate heart. We’d love to see all of them find the cozy forever homes they deserve.

Come meet Dexter. Bring your lap. He’ll handle the rest.

Check out sweet Dexter here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLko8_mxEXs/?igsh=dGsyam5nZnVvMnRr

Dexter is reserved for adopters who live outside Prince George’s County, Maryland.

Prince George’s County Animal Shelter
3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, Maryland
301.780.7200

Hours
Tues-Fri , 11am-7pm
Saturday, 10am-4pm
CLOSED FOR VISITS Sunday + Monday
Arrive ONE HOUR before closing

💫 Meet Meridian (A559557) – your new smedium-sized sidekick! 💫This gentle girl comes with a constant tail wag and a hear...
07/02/2025

💫 Meet Meridian (A559557) – your new smedium-sized sidekick! 💫

This gentle girl comes with a constant tail wag and a heart full of love. Meridian knows how to sit, walks politely on leash, and would be thrilled to join you for some snack time (she could use a few extra treats to help fill out her figure!). 🍖💕

She’s sweet, calm, and ready to find her forever person. If you’re looking for a soft, affectionate pup who’s easy to walk and even easier to love, Meridian is your girl.

Come meet this wiggly bundle of joy—she’s ready to wag her way right into your heart! 🐾

📍 Prince George’s County Animal Services
3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, MD
📞 301-780-7200
🐾 A559557

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3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, MD
20772

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Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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