Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter, Adoption Program
www.barcs.org

From agency: Baltimore City Health Department
Resource Details
Alternate Name BARCS
Description

PET ADOPTION: Offers animals for adoption that are Spay/neutered, all age-appropriate vaccinations, flea and parasite treatments, microchip, and a starter bag of Hill’s Science Diet brand pet food. Contact info@barcs.org for assistance.

Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Anne Arundel County
Maryland - Baltimore County
Maryland
Maryland - Carroll County
Maryland - Harford County
Maryland - Howard County
 
Hours Of Operation Hours may vary during holidays.

Sun: 11AM 4PM
Sat: 11AM 4 PM
Fri: 2PM 6PM
Thu: 2PM 6PM
Wed: 2PM 6PM
Tue: 2PM 6PM
Mon: 2PM 6PM
Program
Eligibility Must be at least 18 years old.
Languages Offered Accommodations Possible.
Program Fees Varies. Cash, Debit or Credit payments accepted.
Application Process Call for information or visit the website. Potential adopters must interact with the animals they are interested in and complete an adoption application. Once a selection has been made, applicants meet with a BARCS Adoption Counselor and attend adoption class to learn about history of the pet.
Documents Required Provide proof of a current address and current photo ID. Complete an adoption application.
Normal Wait Times Varies.
Volunteer Requirements Visit website for information.
Volunteer Duties Visit website for information.
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Contact Information
Fax Number 410-783-6266
Main 410-396-4695
Main Email Address info@barcs.org
Main Contact Name Lisa Morabito
Main Contact Title Director of Operations
Main Contact Phone 410-396-4695
Director or Senior Administrator Name Jen Brause
Director or Senior Administrator Title Founder & Executive Director
Director or Senior Administrator Phone 410-396-4695
Sites offering this Program 2490 Giles Road