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Miss Margaret is an adorable house hippo looking for a loving forever home. At 9 years old, she is a calm, chill older girl who enjoys leisurely walks and leisurely sniffing the world around her. She walks nicely on a leash and is the perfect companion for relaxed strolls.
Miss Margaret has been a little shy at first, but with time, she’s shown just how sweet and affectionate she is. She has made great strides in confidence and is clearly becoming more comfortable in her surroundings. She absolutely loves her treats, and you can see her tail wagging happily when they’re offered! Miss Margaret is housebroken and has shown no signs of accidents in her space. While she may be a little reserved at first, we can tell that once she’s fully settled in, she’ll become a loyal and loving companion, always happy to share her sweet, cuddly nature.
She is looking for a home where she can be the only dog, as she prefers all the attention for herself. She’s not reactive to other dogs, but she’d rather not share her space with them in her new home. Miss Margaret would thrive with a patient family who understands her quiet, gentle nature and is ready to give her the love and attention she deserves.
If you’re looking for a sweet, easygoing, and affectionate companion, Miss Margaret may be the perfect addition to your home. She’s ready to start the next chapter of her life with a family who will cherish her as much as she will cherish them!
Miss Margaret would prefer to be the only dog in her future home.
Miss Margaret is in the comfort of a foster home, please email dogfosters@barcs.org to be connected with her foster family.
Miss Margaret is an adorable house hippo looking for a loving forever home. At 9 years old, she is a calm, chill older girl who enjoys leisurely walks and leisurely sniffing the world around her. She walks nicely on a leash and is the perfect companion for relaxed strolls.
Miss Margaret has been a little shy at first, but with time, she’s shown just how sweet and affectionate she is. She has made great strides in confidence and is clearly becoming more comfortable in her surroundings. She absolutely loves her treats, and you can see her tail wagging happily when they’re offered! Miss Margaret is housebroken and has shown no signs of accidents in her space. While she may be a little reserved at first, we can tell that once she’s fully settled in, she’ll become a loyal and loving companion, always happy to share her sweet, cuddly nature.
She is looking for a home where she can be the only dog, as she prefers all the attention for herself. She’s not reactive to other dogs, but she’d rather not share her space with them in her new home. Miss Margaret would thrive with a patient family who understands her quiet, gentle nature and is ready to give her the love and attention she deserves.
If you’re looking for a sweet, easygoing, and affectionate companion, Miss Margaret may be the perfect addition to your home. She’s ready to start the next chapter of her life with a family who will cherish her as much as she will cherish them!
Miss Margaret would prefer to be the only dog in her future home.
Miss Margaret is in the comfort of a foster home, please email dogfosters@barcs.org to be connected with her foster family.
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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