Humane Society of Dorchester County

Cambridge, MD

Shelter providing temporary housing and care for stray, unwanted and owner-relinquished cats and dogs in Dorchester County, Maryland.

Hours Call 410-228-3090 before visiting to confirm current hours.

Areas served Dorchester County

Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

Call 410-228-3090 for current adoption fees.

How it works

Contact Humane Society of Dorchester County at 410-228-3090 to ask which cats are currently available and how to arrange a visit.

Location

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The area

Dorchester County at a glance

Population 32,754

Housing units 16,433

Est. households with a cat 4,348

Estimated by applying the AVMA's 2024 national cat-ownership rate (32.1% of households) to the county's real household count from the Census Bureau — a national rate applied locally, not a local survey. Population and housing figures are from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where are you located?

The shelter is at 4930 Bucktown Road in Cambridge, Maryland.

What animals do you take in?

The shelter provides temporary housing and care for stray, unwanted and owner-relinquished cats and dogs from Dorchester County.

How do I find out about hours and adoption fees?

Hours and fee amounts are not published as a fixed schedule online. Call 410-228-3090 for current details before visiting.

Get involved

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Surrendering a cat

Contact Humane Society of Dorchester County at 410-228-3090 to ask about surrendering a cat. Intake policies change with shelter capacity, so check before bringing an animal in.