Humane Society of Harford County Start an adoption application

A nonprofit humane society in Fallston, Maryland, taking in homeless cats and dogs and placing them in adoptive homes. It serves Harford County, Maryland. Adoption fees: Kittens (8 weeks to 6 months): $125; Adult cats (7 months to 5 years): $95; Senior cats (6+ years): $45; Puppies: $250; Adult dogs (1-5 years): $160; Senior dogs (6-9 years): $95; Very senior dogs (10+ years): $35. Fees include vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, flea/tick prevention, testing, and a sample food bag.

Adoption fee From $35
Hours Monday - Friday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Saturday - Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Areas served Harford County, Maryland
Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $35

Kittens (8 weeks to 6 months): $125; Adult cats (7 months to 5 years): $95; Senior cats (6+ years): $45; Puppies: $250; Adult dogs (1-5 years): $160; Senior dogs (6-9 years): $95; Very senior dogs (10+ years): $35. Fees include vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, flea/tick prevention, testing, and a sample food bag.

Requirements

Adopters must be at least 18 with a valid state-issued ID. Housing must permit pets, with written landlord approval for renters. Unaltered animals require a $50 spay/neuter deposit, refunded on proof of the procedure within 60 days. Dogs additionally require an $8 temporary license and a meet-and-greet with all household members and current dogs.

How it works

Complete an online adoption questionnaire, then spend time with the animal at the shelter. Bring a carrier or leash for going home.

Location

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The area

Harford County at a glance

Population 263,757
Housing units 105,468
Est. households with a cat 32,676

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

How much does it cost to adopt a cat?

Kittens (8 weeks-6 months) are $125, adult cats (7 months-5 years) are $95, and senior cats (6+) are $45. Fees include vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, flea/tick prevention, testing, and a sample food bag.

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Surrender information at harfordshelter.org/services/parting-ways

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