New Online Adoption Center

Animals currently up for adoption can be viewed online at the following link:

VIEW ADOPTABLE ANIMALS ONLINE

Animal Control Division

The Animal Control Division investigates animal cruelty cases, rescues endangered animals, accepts unwanted pets, administers a pet adoption program, conducts humane education programs and operates the county’s Animal Shelter.

Volunteers assist with operations by taking the animals for walks, giving the animals personal attention and assisting with the adoption process.

Howard County Animal Control shelters all types of homeless animals until new homes and new lives are found through adoption.

All adopties must complete an adoption application and meet specific requirements before the adoption of an animal can occur.

For more information on the adoption of animals please contact Animal Control during normal operational hours.

Click Here for a Summary of Howard County Animal Control Laws