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Emmy is the perfect blend of energy, sweetness, and charm. This playful girl is happiest when she’s outdoors, running after her favorite toys, or playing fetch with her humans. Emmy is a natural explorer who thrives on fresh air and outdoor adventures. Her high energy is balanced by her eagerness to please, making her a fast learner. Emmy’s food motivation means training is both fun and rewarding for her—she’s always ready to impress with her smarts!
One of Emmy’s favorite pastimes is mental enrichment, and she lights up with activities like lick mats and pupsicles. These keep her engaged and entertained, offering her the stimulation she needs for a happy, well-rounded life. Emmy’s affectionate personality is one of her most endearing traits. She loves offering her paw as a gesture of connection, often leaving it there as if she’s holding hands with you. Her expressive face—capable of switching from an adorable “sad” look to a heartwarming smile—melts the hearts of everyone she meets. While she can be a little timid with new humans, Emmy warms up quickly with patience, gentle reassurance, and, of course, her favorite treats.
In her foster home, Emmy has shown herself to be a quiet, respectful, and loving companion. She’s house-trained and loves to burrow into blankets to make herself cozy. Her adorable snores as she drifts off to sleep are sure to make you smile. Emmy is crate-trained and happily relaxes in her crate during downtime or overnight. She’s also learning the “crate” command and is picking it up quickly thanks to her love for treats and praise.
When it’s time to play, Emmy comes alive with joy! Tug-of-war, fetch, and stuffy toys are her absolute favorites. Despite her love for play, Emmy also knows how to wind down. After a fun play session, she’s ready to snuggle up on the couch, showering her humans with hugs, kisses, and endless affection. Outdoors, Emmy enjoys leisurely walks, taking in the world around her. While she sometimes pulls when she catches an intriguing scent, she’s easily redirected and is working hard to improve her leash manners. Emmy already knows commands like “sit” and “paw” and is working on “off” to keep all four paws on the ground when she gets excited. Her quick learning and eager-to-please nature make her a joy to train.
Emmy is also an excellent passenger in the car. She’s confident getting in and out of vehicles and enjoys the ride, calmly taking in the sights as you travel. Emmy al
Emmy is the perfect blend of energy, sweetness, and charm. This playful girl is happiest when she’s outdoors, running after her favorite toys, or playing fetch with her humans. Emmy is a natural explorer who thrives on fresh air and outdoor adventures. Her high energy is balanced by her eagerness to please, making her a fast learner. Emmy’s food motivation means training is both fun and rewarding for her—she’s always ready to impress with her smarts!
One of Emmy’s favorite pastimes is mental enrichment, and she lights up with activities like lick mats and pupsicles. These keep her engaged and entertained, offering her the stimulation she needs for a happy, well-rounded life. Emmy’s affectionate personality is one of her most endearing traits. She loves offering her paw as a gesture of connection, often leaving it there as if she’s holding hands with you. Her expressive face—capable of switching from an adorable “sad” look to a heartwarming smile—melts the hearts of everyone she meets. While she can be a little timid with new humans, Emmy warms up quickly with patience, gentle reassurance, and, of course, her favorite treats.
In her foster home, Emmy has shown herself to be a quiet, respectful, and loving companion. She’s house-trained and loves to burrow into blankets to make herself cozy. Her adorable snores as she drifts off to sleep are sure to make you smile. Emmy is crate-trained and happily relaxes in her crate during downtime or overnight. She’s also learning the “crate” command and is picking it up quickly thanks to her love for treats and praise.
When it’s time to play, Emmy comes alive with joy! Tug-of-war, fetch, and stuffy toys are her absolute favorites. Despite her love for play, Emmy also knows how to wind down. After a fun play session, she’s ready to snuggle up on the couch, showering her humans with hugs, kisses, and endless affection. Outdoors, Emmy enjoys leisurely walks, taking in the world around her. While she sometimes pulls when she catches an intriguing scent, she’s easily redirected and is working hard to improve her leash manners. Emmy already knows commands like “sit” and “paw” and is working on “off” to keep all four paws on the ground when she gets excited. Her quick learning and eager-to-please nature make her a joy to train.
Emmy is also an excellent passenger in the car. She’s confident getting in and out of vehicles and enjoys the ride, calmly taking in the sights as you travel. Emmy al
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website.** Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. See below for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
**Please note: Animals listed on our adoption pages may still be on stray hold and pending reunion with their owners, or have an existing pending adoption application.
Address: 2490 Giles Road, Baltimore, MD 21225
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website.** Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. See below for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
**Please note: Animals listed on our adoption pages may still be on stray hold and pending reunion with their owners, or have an existing pending adoption application.
More about this shelter
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
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