Notes from Baltimore Humane Society in Reisterstown

Dogfest, the not-to-be-missed event of the year, takes place this coming Saturday, October 15^th. It’s a dog day extravaganza for pets and their owners!  We're very excited because for the first time, it takes place on our own grounds in Reisterstown at 1601 Nicodemus Road.

There will be plenty of room for the tons of activities, games, events and contests on our 250-acre wildlife preserve. Here's just a sampling of all the fun the day will offer: Dog Bowling, Hide ‘n Seek, 20-Yard Dash, Bobbing for Bones, and Paw Print Painting. There will be swimming, agility courses, and Mary Swift Photography’s Best of the Fest Photography Contest.

Not enough?  Watch some fascinating demonstrations by the All-American Pit Bull Terriers, Mid-Atlantic Disc Dogs, and even Jousting!  See if your dog qualifies for the AKC Canine Good Citizenship Award or enter your furry friend in some of our contests.  Judged by a number of our area celebrities, including delegates and congressmen, your dog could be the winner of the Best Kiss, Best Costume, Best Trick, Best Dancer, or a number of other talents.  There will be food, face painting, lots of dog rescue groups, and even a moonbounce.  We expect as many as 10,000 attendees so don't miss it! The first 100 people (one per family) to enter will win a free HD Car Connect Radio courtesy of Northwest BMW.  Purchase your tickets ahead of time at http://dogfest2011.org and beat the lines.

Now to a more sobering subject.  Unfortunately, we have been operating at full capacity due to record high number of animal relinquishments and very low number of adoptions. Please come by and visit our dogs, cats, rabbits, gerbils, and other small animals and see if one might fit in your family.

Today I'd like to tell you about one of our guests, a dog named Barney. Barney is an American Foxhound mix who came to us from down South.  Apparently, he was used as hunting dog, but now that he's getting older his owners no longer had use for him and turned him in to the local pound. Imagine if we did that to you as you started aging! You must come meet Barney. He is such a love.  As soon as you meet him, he just comes up to you and stares soulfully into your eyes wanting to be pet and loved. Whoever adopts Barney will hit the jackpot with a loving, life-long companion. So come by and meet Barney and almost 200 other pets looking for forever homes. 

An side effect of operating at capacity means a big need for our every day supplies.  Here’s a little wish list. A larger list can be found on our website’s wish list. If you have anything you can donate, just bring it by any day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday. 

• Blankets, Comforters, Sheets
• Adult or Puppy Food - Dry or Wet - (Science Diet preferred)
• Adult Feline or Kitten Food - Dry or Wet - (Science Diet preferred)
• 38x58 Extra heavy clear trash liners
• Latex and non latex gloves in size medium
• Food service gloves (they are the clear thin plastic ones)
• Toilet paper
• Laundry and dish detergent
• Clorox Germicial Bleach

 Please come by and visit! Our pets would love to see you. 

The Baltimore Humane Society is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1927, and is not affiliated with any national humane societies or animal welfare organizations, and does not receive any funding from the government.  BHS depends on generous donations from individuals, corporations and foundations in order to continue its day-to-day operations and properly care for the animals at the shelter. For more information about Baltimore Humane Society and how you can contribute, volunteer, adopt, or foster, please visit www.bmorehumane.org,  call 410-833-8848, or text the word “PAW” to 80000 to donate.

Download the movie