Adoption Events

For information about the adoption process at BARCS, or to have your application pre-approved before attending one of our events, click here.

Adoption Event at Radebaugh Florist & Greenhouses
Feb
22

Adoption Event at Radebaugh Florist & Greenhouses

Join us on Saturday, February 22, from 10AM-2PM at Radebaugh Florist & Greenhouse for a fun-filled adoption event at their beautiful greenhouse location (120 Burke Ave)! Surrounded by vibrant plants and fresh blooms, you’ll have the perfect setting to meet some of our adorable adoptable pups and kitties. Who knows—you might just find your perfect match among the greenery!

**Standard adoption procedures apply.

Radebaugh Florist and Greenhouses
120 Burke Ave, Towson, MD 21286
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Feb
26

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Feb
28

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Feb
20

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Pasadena from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Pasadena
24 Mountain Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Be My Valentine Adoption Event
Feb
16

Be My Valentine Adoption Event

Join us on Sunday, February 16, at Pimlico Race Course for a special adoption event sponsored by Petco Love and Pimlico! BARCS will be partnering with the Maryland SPCA, the Baltimore Humane Society, and Baltimore County Animal Services for a standout adoption event in the Baltimore area and surrounding counties.

The Be My Valentine Adoption Event is held at Pimlico Race Course (5201 Park Heights Ave. Baltimore, MD 21215) in the Grandstand 2nd Floor and Triple Crown Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adoption fees are WAIVED for all animals at the event. Dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, and small companion animals are all available for adoption!

Pimlico Race Track
5201 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215
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Find True Love at BARCS
Feb
10
to Feb 15

Find True Love at BARCS

This week is the purrfect time to fall in love...with a new furry friend!

Adoption fees for all animals are just $14 through Saturday, February 15 in celebration of Valentine's Day. Visit us at 2490 Giles Road, Baltimore, MD from 2-6PM during the week and 11AM-4PM on the weekends to find true love.

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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Feb
6

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Pasadena from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Pasadena
24 Mountain Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Feb
4

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Jan
31

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Pasadena from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Pasadena
24 Mountain Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Jan
26

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Jan
23

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Timonium from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Timonium
1719 York Rd, Timonium, MD 21093
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Jan
18

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Jan
16

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Pasadena from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Pasadena
24 Mountain Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Jan
11

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Timonium from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Timonium
1719 York Rd, Timonium, MD 21093
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Jan
9

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

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Pup up at Heavy Seas Brewing!
Jan
3

Pup up at Heavy Seas Brewing!

Join us this Friday, January 3, at 5 PM for a Pup Up Meet & Greet at Heavy Seas Brewing! The adorable Dreidel puppies will be there, ready to steal your heart with their irresistible charm. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet these sweet, adoptable pups and maybe find your new best friend.

While you’re there, enjoy Heavy Seas’ finest brews and soak in the good vibes. Don’t miss this pawsome evening of puppy cuddles, tasty beer, and great company!

Heavy Seas Beer
4615 Hollins Ferry Rd # A, Halethorpe, MD 21227
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Dec
28

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Glen Burnie from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Glen Burnie
6631 Ritchie Hwy Ste, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Dec
26

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Dec
21

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Dec
17

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Glen Burnie from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Glen Burnie
597 E Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Dec
13

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Dec
11

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Glen Burnie from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Glen Burnie
597 E Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Dec
7

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Timonium from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Timonium
1719 York Rd, Timonium, MD 21093
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Petco Canton Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
30

Petco Canton Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton

3969 Boston St. Baltimore, MD 21224

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Black Furiday
Nov
29

Black Furiday

Get ready for Black Furiday at BARCS on Friday, November 29! We're giving the classic Thanksgiving tradition a paws-itively amazing twist with extended hours from 10 AM to 8 PM and waived adoption fees!

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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
26

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Glen Burnie from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Glen Burnie
597 E Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Chip Chip Hooray!
Nov
24

Chip Chip Hooray!

Come join us and other Baltimore City area shelters this Sunday, November 24, from 11 AM to 1 PM (or 11 AM to 2 PM for everyone except BARCS) for a Lost Pet Prevention event! You can get your pup or kitty microchipped for FREE, and, except for Dundalk, you'll also walk away with a free pet ID tag!

Click here to check out the participating locations!

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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
22

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
19

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Glen Burnie from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Glen Burnie
597 E Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
16

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Glen Burnie from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

PetSmart Glen Burnie
597 E Ordnance Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
14

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
9

Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Come visit us at Petco Canton from 12–4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

Petco Canton
3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Nov
7

PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!

Join us at PetSmart Glen Burnie from 4-7 p.m. with the BFF Waggin' full of adorable, adoptable animals!

Whether you're searching for a playful pup or a snuggly kitty, our staff and volunteers are here to help you find the perfect match!

**Standard adoption procedures still apply.

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