Preserving, reuniting and making new families.
Immediate Donations to Animals in Need:
12,000 Homeless Animals
…Will enter BARCS this year. We have more than 300 animals in our shelter right this very minute—we are feeding, providing medical treatment and showing love to each of them. Being an open-admission shelter means that, no matter what, our doors (and hearts) are open to every animal that needs us.
Welcome to the Family!
When you adopt from BARCS, you save two lives by taking one animal home and opening the kennel for the next animal in need of a safe place to go.
Every life we save begins with you.
BARCS is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that operates the open-admission animal shelter and provides family-preservation programs for the Baltimore City community. We simply cannot run this organization without funding from private donors. Consider making a gift today to help us save lives, reunite families and be the answer for pet owners in crisis.
Volunteer Spotlight
July 2024: Mary Levy
Mary Levy, a dedicated volunteer for over four years, plays a vital role in our shelter. She devotes hours (often 40-hours per week!) walking and caring for dogs, showing love and ensuring their well-being. Mary's personalized care and attention brighten the dogs' days and make their stay comfortable. She’s especially fond of dogs who are struggling with behavior issues while at our shelter—and they are also very fond of her. Mary’s exceptional commitment and compassion greatly benefit our shelter animals. We are grateful for Mary's valuable contributions to our team.
Coming Up On Our Calendar
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Monthly Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic
First Saturday of the Month
Since 2005, BARCS has been hosting monthly low-cost vaccine and microchipping clinics to support underserved pet owners in Baltimore who have limited income and are not able to afford a regular relationship with a veterinarian.
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BARCStoberfest 2024
Saturday, October 26
BARCStoberfest is an annual, large-scale, pet-friendly festival and fundraiser that benefits the lifesaving programs and animal care at BARCS. The Patterson Park festival includes the annual "Ready, Set, SNIFF!" 5K Run/1-Mile Walk, Howl-o-Ween Pet Costume Contest, Barkin' Beer Garden vendors, kids’ activities, and more!
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Meowtoberfest Adoption Event
Sunday, October 6
Come out to Manor Hill Farm for a family-friendly day with BARCS’ adoptable animals! Visit adorable furry friends in the Private Event Barn and learn about adoption from the BARCS team. Kids can enjoy a fun craft activity, and you can browse BARCS merch, with all proceeds supporting the shelter.
But wait, there’s more!
Thank you to our major partners who make saving lives possible:
