LULU: Dog of the Week

My name is Lulu, and you've gotta love a dog with one ear that permanently sticks up while the other folds down...adorbs!

COOL HAND LUKE: Small Critter of the Week

Cool Hand Luke is by far the coolest goose in all the land! He acts much more like a dog or cat would and follows our staff around.

TEXAN: Cat of the Week

Howdy folks! My name is Texan, and I'm just a sweet cowgirl who's 4 years old.

MITZI: Dog of the Week

Mitzy is a big ball of sweetness wrapped in a compact little body. She loves to sit in your lap and she LOVES playing in the water!

FEATHER: Small Critter of the Week

Cock-a-Doodle-Doo! Howdy y'all, I'm Feather, a gorgeous 1-year-old rooster who's a cuckoo maran.

HOT STUFF: Cat of the Week

Hey there, I'm Hot Stuff! I'm breathtakingly beautiful with my tortoiseshell markings, and I have the most intriguing purr!

GRETA: Dog of the Week

Greta is a 2-year-old American Bulldog mix who is active and curious and always up for a good time!

MORGAN & DIVA: Dogs of the Week

Morgan & Diva are a very bonded pair who love to run and explore together in our exercise yard.

APACHE: Cat of the Week

I'm Apache, and I'm a diamond in the rough! I am literally the most loving guy you'll *ever* meet.

SAM: Small Critter of the Week

Sam is a charming yellow bellied slider turtle who is super personable and friendly!

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MARY: Small Critter of the Week

What's black and white and sweet all over? Mary! She's a fabulous rabbit who's got personality galore.

BACA: Cat of the Week

At 13 yrs old, I may not have lots of time left, so I intend to make the best of it and fill that time with lots of love and cuddles!

POKER: Dog of the Week

Hey everyone, my name is Poker! I tried my paw at gambling, but I got dealt a bad hand and ended up looking for a new home....

STARDUST 5: Small Critter of the Week

Howdy, folks, Stardust #5 here, trying to stand out from the crowd. I'm an adult female who'd love to live with another female piggie!

TOTO: Cat of the Week

Hey there, I'm ToTo, and I'm squeezing my eyes tight and repeating these words: "There's no place like home"!

IVY-ROSE: Dog of the Week

I'm Ivy-Rose, and my perfect day would consist of a long walk and maybe even a swim in a creek followed by spending time by your side.

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Top posts from Maryland, including an aerial rescue of a horseback rider. Plus, how to share your events on Patch.

STARDUST 3: Small Critter of the Week

Howdy, folks, Stardust #3 here, trying to stand out from the crowd. Would you believe I came in with 11 other guinea pigs?

PARTY: Cat of the Week

​Did someone say Party!?! Yup, that's my name all right and the party starts here, with me!

FRESH: Dog of the Week

My charm and love make my happiness so contagious, I'll steal your heart! But don't worry, I promise to guard it and keep it safe!

DENNIS: Small Critter of the Week

I'm Dennis, a Polish rooster who's just 1 year old. I'm a very special and unique breed with my huge bouffant crest of feathers!

NINO & GINGER: Cats of the Week

Hi there, we're Nino & Ginger, a bonded pair of cats who are calm, collected and courteous.

GUMP: Dog of the Week

Meet Gump who's undeniably one of the most laid-back guys you'll ever meet!

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Dump truck and tow truck drivers were killed in separate crashes in Maryland. Plus, how to share your announcements on Patch.

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Top posts from Maryland, including a firefighting policeman who saved the day outside court. Plus, how to share your announcements on Patch.

XENA: Dog of the Week

This 2 year old spunky, good time girl is looking for a family that loves to have fun!

HEATHCLIFF: Cat of the Week

​Hey friends! Myname is Healthcliff, and I'm a gorgeous long-haired, 1 year old, neutered male.

PAUL: Small Critter of the Week

I'm Paul and I was found stuffed in a shoe box! I'm a little shy, but I'll come to the front of my cage for a scratch between my ears.

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Multiple motorcyclists were killed in a series of crashes, and more top news from Maryland. Plus, how to share your announcements on Patch.

TIRAMISU: Small Critter of the Week

I'm Tiramisu, and I'm a resilient little fellow with an undeniable zest for life!

FRANKIE: Cat of the Week

Can I get a "whoop, whoop"? Hey there, I'm Frankie, and I come highly recommended by the staff here at the shelter.

JAX: Dog of the Week

Hi friends!! My name is Jax, but you can call me your pal, buddy, companion, best friend, partner, confidant, or sidekick!

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Top posts from Maryland, including a couple's deaths in Shady Side are ruled homicides. Plus, how to share your news and events on Patch.

ED & JET: Small Critters of the Week

Ed and Jet are a bonded pair of guinea pigs who need to be adopted together - and you'll get twice the love!

BLACKIE: Cat of the Week

Why, hello there! My name is Blackie, and I'm a 12-year-old, neutered male who came to the shelter as a stray.

BIG DUDE: Dog of the Week

My name is Big Dude for a reason - cuz I'm a big guy, with an even bigger personality! Adopt me from HSHC and let's have some summer fun!

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The Harford County Department of Public Works has reopened Oakmont Road between Brentwood Drive and Arabian Way in Fallston.

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How to avoid getting 'skimmed,' and more top stories from around Maryland. Plus, how to share your news and events on Patch.

KEVIN: Small Critter of the Week

Kevin is a red-eared slider. If you're a turtle lover who has experience caring for other turtles, then Kevin wants to meet you!