Humane Society of Washington County

Hagerstown, MD

No-kill shelter promoting the welfare of companion and domestic animals in Washington County, Maryland.

Hours Mon-Tue and Thu-Sat 10am-6pm; Wed 1pm-6pm; closed Sunday

Areas served Washington County

Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

Call (301) 733-2060 for current adoption fees.

How it works

Visit during opening hours to meet available cats, or contact Humane Society of Washington County at (301) 733-2060 first to check which cats are currently available.

Location

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The area

Washington County at a glance

Population 155,709

Housing units 64,145

Est. households with a cat 19,202

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

What are your hours?

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am-6pm, and Wednesday 1pm-6pm. Closed Sundays.

Are you a no-kill shelter?

Yes. The Humane Society of Washington County operates as a no-kill shelter dedicated to the welfare of companion and domestic animals.

How do I find out the current cat adoption fee?

Fee amounts are not published as a fixed schedule online. Call (301) 733-2060 or ask at the shelter for current pricing.

Get involved

Support Humane Society of Washington County

Surrendering a cat

Contact Humane Society of Washington County at (301) 733-2060 to ask about surrendering a cat. Intake policies change with shelter capacity, so check before bringing an animal in.

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