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The Prince George's County Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday.


Free Drive-up Pet Vaccination Clinic

For Dogs and Cats

     Sunday, June 22, 2025     
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.     

The Prince George's Animal Services and Adoption Facility
3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20770               

Only pre-registered customers will be serviced.

Rain of Shine.

While supplies last!

DoE's Animal Services Division (ASD), is sponsoring a FREE Drive-Up Dog and Cat Vaccination Clinic on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at the Prince George's Animal Services and Adoption Facility, 2750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20770.

The Drive-Up Cat and Dog Vaccination Clinic will provide free rabies vaccinations, microchipping and pet licenses for Prince George’s County residents. Proof of residency is required. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register. For more information, visit www.princegeorgespets4us.com.

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Clínica de Vacunas Gratuitas 

Para Gatos y Perros

  Domingo 22 de junio
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

El Centro de Servicios de Animales y Adopcion del Condado de Prince George.
3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD  20770

         Solo aquellos que se hayan preinscribir lo recibirán servicios.  

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¡Hasta agotar suministros!

La División de Servicio de Animales (ASD por sus siglas en inglés) del Departamento de Medio Ambiente del Condado de Prince George, auspiciara una clínica de vacunas GRATUITAS, desde el auto, para Gatos y Perros el domingo 22 de junio, 2025 en el Centro de Servicios para Animales y Adopción del Condado de Prince George, 2750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20770.          

La clínica de vacunas GRATUITAS, desde el auto, para Gatos y Perros proveerá vacunas contra la rabia, microchip y licencia para mascotas para los residentes del Condado de Prince George. Verificación de residencia requerida. Escanee el código QR en el volante para inscribirse. Para más información, visite www.princegeorgespets4us.com.

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Join Our Animal Rescue Team

Be a winner and join our Animal Rescue team. Animal Services Division (ASD) is seeking partners who can provide services to help alleviate overcrowding within our shelter and assist in finding pets loving homes. For more information, email rescuepgcpets@co.pg.md.us.

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Help Us Help Them! Please Adopt Now!

The Prince George's County Animal Shelter wants everyone to "Help Us Help Them" by adopting or fostering a pet, volunteering at the shelter, spaying and microchipping your pets, or donating needed supplies. Your kindness and generosity will make a tremendous difference in the lives of our shelter pets.

Please find room in your heart and/or home for a FURever friend. For more information on how YOU can HELP, visit www.princegeorgespets4us.com.

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Mason the Rabbit Needs a Forever Home

Let's meet Mason (A557400), a delightful three-year-old male rabbit with a heart full of love and a charming personality! Mason (A557400), a Netherland dwarf mix, was surrendered when his previous owner could no longer care for him. He's now on the lookout for a new forever home where he can thrive and bring joy to his human companions.             

This handsome boy is ready for a fresh start and is eager to find a caring family who will cherish him. If you are looking for a loyal companion who is prepared to share his love and happiness, Mason (A557400) is the perfect match.

Mason (A557400) is available to all adopters! See us during our regular business hours to meet all our adoptable buddies! For more information, visit www.princegeorgescountypets4us.com. 

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Help Find Bella Donna a Loving Home!

Bella Donna (A515804) What kind of dog has a name like Bella Donna?  For starters, Bella Donna means (in Italian) pretty woman! 

Bella Donna (A515804) has so much more to offer than her stunning looks, which could easily fill your social media with cute photos of her smile and videos of her wagging away.  Bella Donna (A515804) is a happy, enthusiastic, confident dog ready to accompany you on any adventure. If you are looking for a dog who might enjoy walks, hikes in nature, playing fetch, or jogging, Bella Donna (A515804) is the gal for you! 

Use the link below to watch Bella Donna's video! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJRpwWpNK_0/?igsh=ZGs0dHd2NXNyZXd.

Meet the bell of the ball (available to all adopters) - Bella Donna (A515804) and and all our adoptable friends during our regular business hours! For more information, visit www.princegeorgescountypets4us.com. 

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Tank and Geisha are in Foster Homes Looking for a Forever Home

Meet Tank!

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Tank (A440171) is a seasoned 10-year-old boy. He is a white and black neutered American Bulldog mix that was brought in as a stray and has been here since March 2025.

He attended a Petsmart event recently and was the best-behaved boy.Tank (A440171) is looking for a couch to land on and a family who will give him the love he deserves throughout his golden years.

For more information about fostering or to meet Tank (A440171), please email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us.

Meet Geisha!

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Geisha (A551774) is such a sweet girl with the sweetest meow, but she will take some time to warm up to new people. She has really thrived in her foster home and loves other cats. She and one of the resident cats have really hit it off, even grooming each other and snuggling together.

Geisha (A551774) is playful and loves chasing toys and strings, as well as her tent and tunnel. She enjoys relaxing on her tower. Geisha (A551774) loves pets and ear rubs and will come to get her share if you are petting another cat.

For more information about fostering or to meet Geisha (A551774), please email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us.


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 Send Your Furry Foto!

If you have a "Furry Foto" you would like to be featured in Animal Chatter, please email a brief biography and a photo of your favorite pet to 

doecomms@pg.co.md.us


This Week's Furry Foto Shine the Spotlight on Bella Quinn

So this pretty girl is Bella Quinn. She was adopted from our shelter a little more than two years ago and is now living her best life. This is her on her third birthday.

Bella Quinn is one of our success stories, and we have a variety of shelter pets available who would love the opportunity to find a forever family. 

If you are interested in adopting or fostering a pet and for more information, please visit www.princegeorgescountypets4us.com.

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Pohanka Dog and Cat Adoption Event

Saturday, June 14, 2025 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Join ASD and Pohanka Honda for a special dog and cat adoption event on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Located at 1772 Ritchie Station Court, Capitol Heights, Pohanka Honda will cover all adoption fees during the event.  Stop by for food, games and fun and check out the dogs and cats who are looking for a loving and forever home.

For more information, visit www.princegeorgescountypets4us.com.

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June is Pet Preparedness Month
Make Sure You Have a Plan!     

June is National Pet Preparedness Month, Flood Awareness Month and it is also marks the beginning of Hurricane season. The experts are calling for a more active hurricane season this year. You don't want to be caught off guard - so now is the time to put your plan into action to protect our furry love ones. For important tips on how to prepare your pets, visit www.hsus.org/disaster.

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Junio es el Mes de Preparación de Mascotas para Emergencias

¡Asegúrese de Tener un Plan!

 Junio es el Mes Nacional de Preparación de Mascotas para Emergencias, el mes de Concientización sobre Inundaciones y marca el comienzo de la Temporada de Huracanes. Expertos pronostican una Temporada de Huracanes más activa este año. No se deje tomar desprevenido – ahora es el momento de poner en marcha su plan de acción para el cuidado de nuestros compañeros peludos. Para consejos importantes de cómo preparar a sus mascotas, visite www.hsus.org/disaster.

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Happy Father's Day to our Pet Fathers!

Pop the sparkling cider and toast your favorite pet father on their special day. Sunday, June 15, is the day we recognize and celebrate all the fathers for all the marvelous things they do. Make sure your pet gives an extra hug or a special treat to the wonderful fathers in their lives.

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Celebrate June With Your Pets

Check out ASD's Calendar of Events

June is here, and the summer heat is on its way. There are lots of ways to enjoy the sunshine with your pets. Whether participating in a Volunteer Orientation or free spay and neuter services, ASD has something in June for pet lovers.

During June, we also celebrate National Pet Preparedness Month, Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, and National Foster a Pet Month. For more information, visit www.princegeorgescountypets4us.com.

Check out the calendar below to see all the fun June dates.

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Looking for Volunteers!

Upcoming Orientation: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6 p.m. 

Our Animal Services Division (ASD) is looking for volunteers to help walk and socialize dogs, play with cats, assist with feeding animals, cleaning, office work, and other tasks. 

If you are 18 years old or older, and interested in helping with animals at the Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center (ASFAC), visit our website at www.princegeorgescountypets4us.com. 

If you plan to attend an orientation, please RSVP 48 hours before the session by sending an email to asdcommunityoutreach@co.pg.md.us.

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Apply for Free Spay and Neuter Services

Limited Spots Still Available

Our Animal Services Division (ASD) is offering qualifying residents of Prince George’s County the opportunity to receive FREE spay and neuter services. Spaying and neutering will help your pet live a healthier and longer life and “Keeps the Litter Away.”

For more information, including to see if you qualify or to receive aapplication, visit our Spaying and Neutering page.

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Una Castración Al Día

Nuestra División de Servicios de Animales (ASD por sus siglas en inglés) está ofreciendo a residentes calificados del Condado de Prince George la oportunidad de recibir servicios de castración y esterilización gratis. La castración y esterilización ayuda a su mascota a vivir una vida más larga y saludable y “Mantiene a las Camadas Alejadas”.

Para más información, incluido saber si califica o para recibir una aplicación, visite Spaying and Neutering page.

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Pet Parenting Classes

Next Workshop Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 12 p.m.

Learn what it takes to be a responsible pet owner and a great family host to a four-legged friend for its lifetime. Topics such as time, cost, food, toys, medical, safety, social, and more will be covered with Q&A.

Classes will meet the first Saturday of each month at 12 p.m., throughout 2025! 

To secure attendance and register for this FREE class, please RSVP to ASDcommunityoutreach@co.pg.md.us.

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Pet Fostering Saves Lives

The Pet Foster Program allows people and families who are unable to commit to a long-term adoption the opportunity to care for an animal on a short-term basis. This program helps save an animal’s life!

The process of becoming a foster parent is easy! ​Complete, sign, and return the Foster Care application and agreement found online at pgcsprout.info/fosterpets. Once your application has been reviewed by ASD staff, you will be sent online orientation information. Please be prepared with animals you're interested in fostering within 72 hours of passing the orientation. 

Email a completed application to our foster program at fosterPGCpets@co.pg.md.us or contact adoption staff at 301-780-7200! 

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Prince George's County Animal Services

The Prince George's County Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center announces that, effective Sunday, May 4, 2025, the new hours will be:

Tuesday – Friday:  11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday:   10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday - Monday:12 p.m. - 4 p.m. 
                          (Open for all services except adoptions)
                            

In addition to the hours listed above, please note the following times for walk-throughs, pet interactions, and building access:

Last walk-through 1 hour before closing.

6:00 pm Tuesday-Friday

3:00 pm Saturday  

Last interaction 45 minutes before closing.

6:15 pm Tuesday-Friday

3:15 pm Saturday  

Last person in the building 15 minutes before closing.

6:45 pm Tuesday-Friday

3:45 pm Saturday

For an animal-related emergency, stray animalanimal bite, lost or found pet, carcass removal, deceased pet disposal, owner surrender appointments, and euthanasia appointments, please call our main line at 301-780-7200 and press "1" for customer service. Photos of found animals that are here in our facility can be viewed online at 24petconnect.com/PGEOLostMyPet.

If you find your lost pet on our website, please contact our customer service department for assistance with redeeming your pet. Be sure to check with public postings and back with the shelter periodically. 

For nuisance wildlife, call the MD Department of Natural Resources hotline at 877-463-6497.

Applications for adoption can be completed online or in person by appointment only. View available cats, dogs, and small animals for adoption, by visiting 24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT. Please note the Animal I.D. #’s of animals you are interested in. For applications and more information, visit our website at bit.ly/pgcadoptapet or press "2" after calling our main number.

Animal licenses can be purchased online here. If you require further assistance, call our main line at 301-780-7200 and press "3" for licensing. 

To inquire about low-cost spay or neuter at the Spay Spot Clinic, located inside our facility, please call 301-254-8151.

To volunteer, foster a pet, or for humane education services, press "6" on our main line.

Anyone turning in an animal on closed days or after hours, please call 301-780-7200.


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3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, MD  20772

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