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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
PetSmart National Adoption Week
Exciting news! Join us on Tuesday, October 22, for the PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week event at PetSmart Glen Burnie (597 E. Ordnance Rd.). Come meet the BARCS BFF Waggin' and get to know our lovable, fluffy friends available for adoption. Don’t miss the chance to have your heart stolen by your future best furry friend!
🐾 Tuesday, October 22, from 4 -7 p.m.
*Standard adoption procedures still apply. Baltimore City residents are responsible for the $10 city license fee.
PetSmart Glen Burnie
597 E. Ordnance Rd
PetSmart National Adoption Week
Exciting news! Join us on Monday, October 21, for the PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week event at PetSmart Glen Burnie (597 E. Ordnance Rd.). Come meet the BARCS BFF Waggin' and get to know our lovable, fluffy friends available for adoption. Don’t miss the chance to have your heart stolen by your future best furry friend!
🐾 Monday, October 21, from 4 -7 p.m.
*Standard adoption procedures still apply. Baltimore City residents are responsible for the $10 city license fee.
PetSmart Glen Burnie
597 E. Ordnance Rd
Adoption Event at Edgewater Liquors
Join us for an adoption event on Saturday, October 12, from 12-3 PM at Edgewater Liquors, where you’ll meet adorable adoptable pups and cats, all eager to find loving homes of their own!
Edgewater Liquors
54 W Central Ave, Edgewater, MD 21037
Meowtoberfest Adoption Event
Come out to Manor Hill Farm on Sunday, October 6, from 12-4 p.m. for a family-friendly day with BARCS’ adoptable animals! Visit the BARCS BFF Waggin’ and the Private Event Barn to meet these adorable furry friends and learn about adoption from the BARCS team. Kids can enjoy a fun craft activity, and you can browse BARCS merchandise, with all proceeds supporting the shelter. No tickets or reservations are needed—just drop by, relax, and maybe find your new best friend!
Manor Hill Brewing
4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042
BARCS After Dark: 10-Hour Adoption Marathon & Pajama Party
Join us for BARCS After Dark, a 10-hour adoption marathon and pajama party on Saturday, October 5, from 10 AM to 8 PM! We’re keeping our doors open late to help as many animals as possible find loving homes. Adoption fees will be waived for all animals, giving you the perfect chance to bring home a new snuggle buddy. Come dressed in your comfiest PJs and enjoy fun surprises while you meet pets in need of a cozy loving home. Every adoption saves a life and makes room for another animal in need—so let’s break records and find these pets the love they deserve!
BARCS Animal Shelter
2490 Giles Road, Baltimore, MD 21225
The Road Home - Adoption Event and Subaru Rally
Join BARCS, Heritage Subaru Catonsville, and I.G. Burton Subaru of Glen Burnie on Saturday, September 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at REI in Columbia for a special "Share the Love" event. Adoption fees are sponsored by Subaru, and BARCS will bring their mobile adoption unit, the BFF Waggin', filled with adoptable animals. Subaru owners can also join the "car show" rally for $30, which includes parking, an event T-shirt, and a raffle ticket. Don't miss this chance to find your new furry friend or show off your Subaru—all while supporting BARCS' lifesaving mission!
REI Columbia.
6100 Dobbin Rd Suite B, Columbia, MD 21045
Cat Adoption Event at Copper and Quarry Village
Join us for a special cat-only adoption event on September 14 at Copper and Quarry Village, located at 6617 Bonnie Ridge Dr. Join the BARCS BFF Waggin’ from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., you'll have the chance to meet a wonderful selection of cats looking for loving homes. Whether you're searching for a playful kitten or a calm adult cat, this event is the perfect opportunity to find your new furry friend. Don’t miss this chance to bring home a lovable companion!
Copper and Quarry Village
6617 Bonnie Ridge Dr, Baltimore, MD 21209
Strikes and Snuggles, Bags and Boops
Join Mt. Airy Lanes and BARCS on Sunday, September 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a fun-filled day featuring local breweries, distilleries, a corn hole tournament, duckpin bowling, and more! Enjoy tastings from top brewers and spirits, live music from DJ Charlie, and outdoor games in our new space. With a $10 donation at the door, you'll receive a 4 oz tasting cup and 5 tickets. Feel free to bring your pups, but please note there will be limited roaming areas. The event will take place rain or shine!
Mt. Airy Lanes
304 Center Street, Mount Airy, 21771
Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. with the BFF Waggin' full of 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
Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. with the BFF Waggin' full of 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
Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Glen Burnie from 4-7 p.m. with the BFF Waggin' full of 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
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 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
MD 3000 Adoption Events at The Avenue at White Marsh!
If you’re in the Baltimore area, visit the adoption events at The Avenue (8125 Honeygo Blvd) in White Marsh! You’ll find adoptable pets from BARCS, Baltimore County Animal Services, and the Maryland SPCA. Save these dates:
🐾Friday, August 2: Adoptable pets from BARCS, BCAS, and SPCA, 4-7 p.m.
🐾Saturday, August 3: Adoptable pets from BARCS, BCAS, and SPCA, 12-4 p.m.
🐾Sunday, August 4: Adoptable pets from BARCS and BCAS, 12-4 p.m.
🐾Friday, August 16: Adoptable pets from BARCS, 4-7 p.m.
🐾Saturday, August 17: Adoptable pets from BARCS, 12-4 p.m.
🐾Sunday, August 18: Adoptable pets from BARCS, 12-4 p.m.
🐾Friday, August 30: Adoptable pets from BARCS, BCAS, and SPCA, 4-7 p.m.
🐾Saturday, August 31: Adoptable pets from BARCS, BCAS, and SPCA, 12-4 p.m.
Head over to www.maryland3000.org to find out everything you need to know!
Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. with the BFF Waggin' full of 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
Bikers 4 BARCS: Harley Davidson Adoption Event
Calling all motorcycle enthusiasts and animal lovers! ️Join us for Bikes 4 BARCS! A fun-filled adoption event, at Harley-Davidson of Baltimore on Saturday, July 27 from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m.
Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Glen Burnie from 4-7 p.m. with the BFF Waggin' full of 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 National Adoption Week
Starting today, Monday, July 15, through Sunday, July 21, swing by the National Adoption Week event at PetSmart Glen Burnie (597 E. Ordnance Rd.) and visit the BARCS BFF Waggin' to get to know our lovable, fluffy friends available for adoption at PetSmart. Come and let your heart be stolen by your future best furry friend!
PetSmart Pasadena Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Pasadena from 4-7 p.m. with the BFF Waggin' full of adorable, adoptable animals!
Tattoos for Rescues
Thinking of getting new ink? What if we tell you can do so while supporting shelter animals? That's right: Join us at Magic Mirror Tattoo in Millersville on Sunday, July 7th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for a fundraiser event benefiting BARCS homeless animals.