Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 4&nbsp;dogs on the urgent list by today, 7/14.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please go meet and adopt dogs today with sponsored adoption fees ($0).&nbsp;They are at full capacity with dogs&nbsp;during construction and need space for more dogs coming in.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As of 7/13 PM: Up to 4 dogs need adopters and fosters! Check for updates at the Facebook link.&nbsp;&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Please go to the shelter today (11am to 7pm, arrive by 5:30pm&nbsp;or no later than 6pm.)&nbsp;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 these dogs.&nbsp;Please apply with rescue partners, or with the shelter, 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 urgent dogs at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:&nbsp;<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; 
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View and share the&nbsp;Friends' posts &amp; album for all 10 urgent dogs:&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>
Full Urgent List:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1BREVyrqjD/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/share/1BREVyrqjD/</a>
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Pet Unity Project post:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DZIzG03kp4q/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DZ-tFwDgn-o/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DaionRljig6/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DaionRljig6/</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;posts:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>&nbsp; 
In this local news story, "shelter leaders say overcrowding remains an ongoing challenge," and "the shelter continues to rely on adopters, foster families and rescue organizations to help manage capacity and prevent future overcrowding crises."
<a href="https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/pets/shelter-surge-why-emergency-pet-adoption-lists-becoming-more-common/65-5152f263-2299-46fb-98e6-88473d148427" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Shelter surge: Why emergency pet adoption lists becoming more common? | wusa9.com</a>
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;
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Local Event: Adopt and Foster Urgent Dogs - Fee Sponsored - Final Day (11am - 7pm, arrive by 6pm)

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Washington DC

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📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 4 dogs on the urgent list by today, 7/14.  Please go meet and adopt...

Adopt and Foster Urgent Dogs - Fee Sponsored - Final Day (11am - 7pm, arrive by 6pm)

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 9&nbsp;dogs on the urgent list by Tuesday, 7/14.&nbsp;Please go meet and adopt dogs today. The sponsored adoption fee is $50. They are at full capacity with dogs&nbsp;during construction and need space for more dogs coming in.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As of 7/13 PM: Up to 4 dogs need adopters and fosters! Check for updates at the Facebook link.&nbsp;&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Please go to the shelter today&nbsp;(11am to 7pm, 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 these dogs.&nbsp;Please apply with rescue partners, or with the shelter, 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 urgent dogs at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:&nbsp;<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; 
<figure><img data-image="PGC ASD_UL_07-08-2026_Dogs_r1.jpeg" data-sizes="" data-srcset="" src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/22259180/20260709/051439/pgc-asd-ul-07-08-2026-dogs-r1___09171439217.jpg"></figure>
View and share the&nbsp;Friends' posts &amp; album for all 10 urgent dogs:&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>
Full Urgent List:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1BREVyrqjD/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/share/1BREVyrqjD/</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/175LEcyior/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18V3sdWyss/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>
Pet Unity Project post:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DZIzG03kp4q/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DZ-tFwDgn-o/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DaionRljig6/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DaionRljig6/</a>
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;posts:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>&nbsp;
In this local news story, "shelter leaders say overcrowding remains an ongoing challenge," and "the shelter continues to rely on adopters, foster families and rescue organizations to help manage capacity and prevent future overcrowding crises."
<a href="https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/pets/shelter-surge-why-emergency-pet-adoption-lists-becoming-more-common/65-5152f263-2299-46fb-98e6-88473d148427" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Shelter surge: Why emergency pet adoption lists becoming more common? | wusa9.com</a>
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 and Foster Dogs on Urgent List - Fee Sponsored  - Final Day  (11AM - 7PM, Arrive by 5:30 PM)

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Adopt and Foster Dogs on Urgent List - Fee...

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for 9 dogs on the urgent list by Tuesday, 7/14. Please go meet and adopt...

Adopt and Foster Dogs on Urgent List - Fee Sponsored  - Final Day  (11AM - 7PM, Arrive by 5:30 PM)

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Fireman's Field Complex, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville, VA, 20132

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field Complex (250 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville). The festival will take place from 2 to 8 p.m., inviting guests to gather with family and friends for an afternoon and evening of local wine, beer, food, live music, art, and more.
This year’s event will showcase 40 vendors, including wineries, breweries, food and snack vendors, and local exhibitors. Enjoy live music performances by the Rick Reaves Band, The Darby Brothers, and the Franklin Park Big Band. The “Arts in the Garden” section, hosted by the Purcellville Arts Council, will highlight local artists who will create works of art live on-site. Additional activities include face painting and a photo stand-in booth. 
Early bird ticket pricing is available through 5 p.m. on July 17: 
• Early bird admission (ages 17 and over): $5 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink tickets (6 oz wine or 12 oz beer): $8.50 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink ticket package: 4 tickets for $32 (+ tax) 
• Early bird bottle of wine purchase: $35 (+ tax), available from participating wineries (bottles must be consumed on-site)
A souvenir glass will be provided with the purchase of the first drink ticket. Save time and money by purchasing your tickets in advance. 
The popular VIP experience returns for $275 (+ tax) and includes admission for six, a reserved table for six, three bottles of local wine, six souvenir glasses, six drink tickets, early entry to the festival, special commemorative gifts, and a selection of sweets and savories for the table. 
Tickets and VIP tables are available for purchase at <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>. Guests are encouraged to make a weekend of it and explore local lodging and attractions. Check the Accommodations page of the festival website, as well as the Visit Loudoun website, for more information.
 The Purcellville Wine and Food Festival is hosted by Purcellville Parks and Recreation and Loudoun Brewing Company, with support from Visit Loudoun, Renewal by Andersen, Harris Teeter, Prince William Home Improvement, truHealthNow, Valley Energy, Loudoun Brewing Company, Bush Tabernacle, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. Sponsorship opportunities remain available. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>

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Adopt and Foster Urgent Dogs - Fee Sponsored - Final Day (11am - 7pm, arrive by 6pm)

JUL

14

11:00 AM

Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center, 3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD

Adopt and Foster Dogs on Urgent List - Fee Sponsored - Final Day (11AM - 7PM, Arrive by 5:30 PM)

JUL

14

11:00 AM

Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center, 3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD

Purcellville Wine and Food Festival