Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center

The shelter’s pet food pantry is scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd from 9 am to noon for Prince George’s County residents. Beyond a Buddy PG is also offering&nbsp;FREE personalized pet ID tags to Prince George’s County residents!See the adoption event for 17 dogs in need of homes by Tuesday. This event will happen while supplies last or until 12pm. The shelter opens at 10am for adoptions. See today's courtesty post about dog adoptions and the urgent list of 17 dogs in need of homes today or by Tuesday.
🐾&nbsp;Pet Pantry Announcement 🐾&nbsp;
Nibbles Nook will be hosting a Pet Pantry the 1st Saturday of every month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM to support our community and their beloved pets.
📅 Saturday, October 3rd ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍&nbsp;Prince George’s County Animal Services Facility &amp; Adoption Center 3750 Brown Station Rd&nbsp;Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 🐶🐱&nbsp;Dog and cat food will be available to in-county residents while supplies last.&nbsp;
With food scarcity continuing to impact many families in our county, access to pet food is more important than ever. No one should have to choose between feeding themselves and feeding their pets. This pantry helps keep pets healthy, loved, and right where they belong—at home.
• Supplies are available for up to two pets per household • First come, first served • Please bring proof of in-county residency
Please share with anyone who may need support and thank you for helping us care for pets and people in our community. <img alt="💙" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/1f499.png">
Learn more about Prince George’s County Animal Services: <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/</a>
Prior event post - May: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1007489925291445" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/photo?fbid=1007489925291445</a>
Watch the first event video (posted Dec. 20, 2025): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/25322400530751828/?s=fb_shorts_profile&amp;stack_idx=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/reel/25322400530751828/</a>
Follow the shelter's page for posts about future events, volunteering, and pet parenting, and adoption promotions:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>
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Local Event: Pet Food Pantry: ASD’s Nibbles Nook - Free While Supplies Last - 9AM-12PM

Prince George's County

Upper Marlboro

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Pet Food Pantry: ASD’s Nibbles Nook - Free...

The shelter’s pet food pantry is scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd from 9 am to noon for Prince George’s County residents....

Pet Food Pantry: ASD’s Nibbles Nook - Free While Supplies Last - 9AM-12PM

See today's adoption event for 17 dogs in need of homes by Tuesday. The featured pup is adoptable! Learn more about Jailyn: <a href="https://24petconnect.com/DetailsMain/PGEO/A570352" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/PGEO/A570352</a> The shelter’s pet food pantry is also scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd, from 9 am to noon for Prince George’s County residents.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY PET PARENTS — THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! Saturday, October 3 | 9 AM–12 PM Beyond a Buddy is offering FREE personalized pet ID tags to Prince George’s County residents! A microchip is an important permanent form of identification, but an ID tag is an easy, visible backup that allows the person who finds your pet to contact you right away—without needing special equipment or taking your pet somewhere to be scanned. If your pet ever gets lost, that simple little tag could be the difference between a quick phone call and a much longer journey home. 
FREE PET ID TAGS For Prince George’s County residents while supplies last. Saturday, October 5 9 AM–12 PM Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD Make sure your pet has more than one way to find their way home.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Beyond a Buddy PG is at Prince George's County Animal Shelter. Posted:&nbsp;9/29 9am&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=122187877904874276" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=122191727384874276" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=122191727384874276</a>
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Local Event: FREE Pet ID Tags for Prince George’s County Residents 9AM-12PM while supplies last

FREE Pet ID Tags for Prince George’s County...

See today's adoption event for 17 dogs in need of homes by Tuesday.  The featured pup is adoptable! Learn more about Jailyn:...

FREE Pet ID Tags for Prince George’s County Residents 9AM-12PM while supplies last

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 13 dogs on the urgent list. Please go meet and adopt them today. They are at full capacity with dogs during construction and need space for more dogs coming in.&nbsp; Scroll to view more photos. As of 10/3 AM, up to 13 dogs need homes. Today's adoption specials:&nbsp; Adopt-A-Bull today and get a free collar and leash! Winston's adoption fee is sponsored! Check for updates at the Facebook link.
🐶 Adopters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Please go to the shelter today&nbsp;(10am to 4pm, arrive by 3pm) and Tuesday (11am-6pm).&nbsp; Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets. ***Please consider signing this petition to add adoption hours on Sundays and Mondays and make other changes in hours.***&nbsp; <a href="https://www.change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours</a>
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the requirements and complete the Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour) before going to adopt Pit Bull Terriers and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶 Prospective fosters: Fosters through the shelter and rescues are needed for dogs. Please apply with rescue partners, or contact the shelter by Friday if already approved, to be a foster and save a life. The Friends of PG County Animal Shelter posts about dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues. Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
Please review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification. Contact the shelter with the dog's name and ID. "Interested in Fostering: Email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us " They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland. <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>&nbsp;
Please see bios, photos, and videos of the dogs and cats at these links, and share posts with friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> 24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;This filter shows&nbsp;dogs that are labeled URGENT after their long length of stay.
<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;(dogs, cats &amp; more)
See Volunteers' posts for 17 dogs on the urgent list:&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook </a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=61565594829660&amp;set=a.122245168274519827" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Full Urgent List - 10-06</a>&nbsp;(View the dogs' descriptions, photos &amp; videos.)
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Pet Unity Project post:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DdFJ5_1EjzR/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/</a>
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<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;post - Dogs on Urgent List 9/30:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/posts/pfbid0JW5ccWRVNMcDd3HcSbDuo1Dazr1nb3KBoDv663zGrCtuWNrxNm4T18VpVdwQJfeLl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>
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Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
Links: PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and spay/neuter <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Local Event: Adopt & Foster Urgent Dogs - Free Collar & Leash for Pitbulls - Saturday (10AM - 4PM; Arrive by 3pm)

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Washington DC

District Of Columbia

Adopt & Foster Urgent Dogs - Free Collar &...

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 13 dogs on the urgent list. Please go meet and adopt them today. They...

Adopt & Foster Urgent Dogs - Free Collar & Leash for Pitbulls - Saturday (10AM - 4PM; Arrive by 3pm)

📢&nbsp;&nbsp;Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 13 dogs on the urgent list. Please go meet and adopt dogs and cats today.&nbsp;They are at full capacity with dogs during construction and need space for more dogs coming in.&nbsp; Scroll to more photos 
As of 10/3 AM, up to 13 dogs need homes.&nbsp;Today's adoption specials:&nbsp; Adopt-A-Bull today and get a free collar and leash! Winston's adoption fee is sponsored! Check for updates at the Facebook link.
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;Please go to the shelter&nbsp;today&nbsp;(10am to 4pm, arrive by 3pm) and Tuesday (11am to 6pm). Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets. 
***Please consider signing this petition to add adoption hours on Sundays and Mondays and make other changes in hours.***&nbsp; <a href="https://www.change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours</a>
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the requirements and complete the&nbsp;Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour)&nbsp;before going to adopt&nbsp;Pit Bull Terriers&nbsp;and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶 Prospective fosters:&nbsp;Fosters through the shelter and rescues are needed for dogs.&nbsp;Please apply with rescue partners, or contact the shelter if already approved, to become a foster and save a life.&nbsp;The Friends of PG&nbsp;County Animal Shelter posts about dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues.&nbsp;Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>
Please review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification.&nbsp;Contact the shelter with the dog's name and ID. "Interested in Fostering: Email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us "&nbsp;They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>&nbsp;
Please see bios, photos, and videos of the dogs and cats at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> 24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;This filter shows&nbsp;dogs that are labeled URGENT after their long length of stay.
<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;(dogs, cats &amp; more)
See Volunteers' posts for 17 dogs on the urgent list:&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook </a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=61565594829660&amp;set=a.122245168274519827" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Full Urgent List - 10-06</a>&nbsp;(View the dogs' descriptions, photos &amp; videos.)
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Pet Unity Project post:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DdFJ5_1EjzR/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/</a>
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<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;post - Dogs on Urgent List 9/30:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/posts/pfbid0JW5ccWRVNMcDd3HcSbDuo1Dazr1nb3KBoDv663zGrCtuWNrxNm4T18VpVdwQJfeLl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>
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Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
Links:&nbsp;PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and&nbsp;spay/neuter <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h2>Animal Services News&nbsp;</h2>
News release February 3, 2026: Prince George's County Allows Legal Ownership and Adoption of Pit Bull–Type Terriers Under New Law <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law</a>
For more information about registration, licensing, training requirements, or to determine eligibility, residents may visit <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>.
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/sites/default/files/media-document/Pit%20Bull%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">New Pit Bull Terrier Bill Fact Sheet</a>
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Local Event: Adopt & Foster Dogs on Urgent List + Adopt-a-Bull Free Collar & Leash (10AM - 4PM, Arrive by 3PM)

Adopt & Foster Dogs on Urgent List +...

📢  Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 13 dogs on the urgent list. Please go meet and adopt dogs and cats...

Adopt & Foster Dogs on Urgent List + Adopt-a-Bull Free Collar & Leash (10AM - 4PM, Arrive by 3PM)

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 17 dogs on the urgent list. Please go meet and adopt them today. They are at full capacity with dogs during construction and need space for more dogs coming in.&nbsp; Scroll to view more photos. As of 10/1 PM, up to 17 dogs need homes.&nbsp; Check for updates at the Facebook link.
🐶&nbsp;Adopters*:&nbsp;Please go to the shelter Tuesday&nbsp;between&nbsp;11am and 7pm, and arrive by 5:30pm or no later than 6pm. Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets. ***Please consider signing this petition to add adoption hours on Sundays and Mondays and make other changes in hours.***&nbsp; <a href="https://www.change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours</a>
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the requirements and complete the Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour) before going to adopt Pit Bull Terriers and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶 Prospective fosters: Fosters through the shelter and rescues are needed for dogs. Please apply with rescue partners, or contact the shelter by Friday if already approved, to be a foster and save a life. The Friends of PG County Animal Shelter posts about dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues. Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
Please review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification. Contact the shelter with the dog's name and ID. "Interested in Fostering: Email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us " They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland. <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>&nbsp;
Please see bios, photos, and videos of the dogs and cats at these links, and share posts with friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> 24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;This filter shows&nbsp;dogs that are labeled URGENT after their long length of stay.
<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;(dogs, cats &amp; more)
See Volunteers' posts for 17 dogs on the urgent list:&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook </a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=61565594829660&amp;set=a.122245168274519827" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Full Urgent List - 10-06</a>&nbsp;(View the dogs' descriptions, photos &amp; videos.)
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Pet Unity Project post:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DdFJ5_1EjzR/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/</a>
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<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;post - Dogs on Urgent List 9/30:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/posts/pfbid0JW5ccWRVNMcDd3HcSbDuo1Dazr1nb3KBoDv663zGrCtuWNrxNm4T18VpVdwQJfeLl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>
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Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
Links: PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and spay/neuter <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Local Event: Adopt & Foster Urgent Dogs - FINAL DAY (11am - 7pm, arrive by 6pm)

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📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 17 dogs on the urgent list. Please go meet and adopt them today. They...

Adopt & Foster Urgent Dogs - FINAL DAY (11am - 7pm, arrive by 6pm)

📢&nbsp;&nbsp;Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 17 dogs on the urgent list. Please go meet and adopt them today.&nbsp;They are at full capacity with dogs during construction and need space for more dogs coming in.&nbsp; Scroll to more photos 
***Please consider signing this petition to add adoption hours on Sundays and Mondays and make other changes in hours.***&nbsp; <a href="https://www.change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours</a>
As of 10/1 PM, up to 17 dogs need homes. Check for updates at the Facebook link.
🐶&nbsp;Adopters*:&nbsp;Please go to the shelter Tuesday&nbsp;between&nbsp;11am and 7pm, and arrive by 5:30pm or no later than 6pm. Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets. 
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the requirements and complete the&nbsp;Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour)&nbsp;before going to adopt&nbsp;Pit Bull Terriers&nbsp;and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶 Prospective fosters:&nbsp;Fosters through the shelter and rescues are needed for dogs.&nbsp;Please apply with rescue partners, or contact the shelter if already approved, to become a foster and save a life.&nbsp;The Friends of PG&nbsp;County Animal Shelter posts about dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues.&nbsp;Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>
Please review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification.&nbsp;Contact the shelter with the dog's name and ID. "Interested in Fostering: Email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us "&nbsp;They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>&nbsp;
Please see bios, photos, and videos of the dogs and cats at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> 24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;This filter shows&nbsp;dogs that are labeled URGENT after their long length of stay.
<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;(dogs, cats &amp; more)
See Volunteers' posts for 17 dogs on the urgent list:&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook </a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=61565594829660&amp;set=a.122245168274519827" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Full Urgent List - 10-06</a>&nbsp;(View the dogs' descriptions, photos &amp; videos.)
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Pet Unity Project post:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DdFJ5_1EjzR/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">instagram.com/petunityproject/p/Dd7Lk3iEqsI/</a>
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<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;post - Dogs on Urgent List 9/30:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/posts/pfbid0JW5ccWRVNMcDd3HcSbDuo1Dazr1nb3KBoDv663zGrCtuWNrxNm4T18VpVdwQJfeLl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>
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Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
Links:&nbsp;PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and&nbsp;spay/neuter <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h2>Animal Services News&nbsp;</h2>
News release February 3, 2026: Prince George's County Allows Legal Ownership and Adoption of Pit Bull–Type Terriers Under New Law <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law</a>
For more information about registration, licensing, training requirements, or to determine eligibility, residents may visit <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>.
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/sites/default/files/media-document/Pit%20Bull%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">New Pit Bull Terrier Bill Fact Sheet</a>
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<td>Enjoy convenient Upper Marlboro living with easy access to shopping, dining, recreation, entertainment, and major commuter routes. Everyday conveniences are nearby at Watkins Park Plaza, offering shopping, fitness, dining, pharmacy and personal-service options. For additional shopping and dining, residents have convenient access to Woodmore Towne Centre, a major retail destination featuring Wegmans, Costco, Best Buy, Nordstrom Rack, Nike, Old Navy and numerous restaurants. Ritchie Station Marketplace provides even more options, including retail, dining and entertainment such as Dave &amp; Buster’s. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Watkins Regional Park, offering trails, athletic courts and fields, picnic areas, mini golf, playgrounds, a carousel and seasonal train attractions. Nearby recreation centers also provide fitness facilities, basketball, pickleball, tennis and community programming. The home is also conveniently positioned for access to the Largo area and Downtown Largo Metro, providing Blue Line and select Silver Line service along with extensive commuter parking. The location combines a residential setting with convenient access to everyday necessities, recreation, shopping and entertainment throughout Prince George’s County. Natural Surroundings: This neighborhood is known for its leafy, duck-friendly streets, walking trails, and scenic spots near water—making it a great choice for outdoor strolls and neighborhood recreation. &nbsp; Amenities: Residents enjoy on-site recreational facilities including playgrounds, tot lots, tennis courts, basketball courts, and sports fields. The local homeowners association organizes seasonal events like a jazz social, contributing to a sense of community. Convenient Location: Perrywood is strategically positioned for easy commuting to Downtown Upper Marlboro, Bowie, Joint Base Andrews, and even Washington, DC, making it ideal for those working in government or the military. Popular nearby destinations include Largo Town Center Metro, Bowie Town Center.</td>
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