SPCA of Anne Arundel County
Our Mission
The SPCA of Anne Arundel County exists to protect companion animals from acts of cruelty and neglect while promoting humane care through education, rehabilitation, and finding loving, forever homes.
A Legacy of Compassion
Founded in 1920, we have grown from a small society into the largest and oldest animal welfare organization in Anne Arundel County. We are a private, non-profit organization that relies entirely on the generosity of our community to continue our vital work.
Our Commitment to Care
At the Mary E. Parker Shelter, we embrace every animal in need regardless of age, breed, or physical condition. We do not place a time limit on how long an animal is available for adoption, ensuring they receive the care and shelter they deserve for as long as it takes to find their perfect match. This unwavering dedication has helped us maintain a remarkable 98 percent life-saving rate every year since 2014.
Finding Your Perfect Match
We believe adoption is the beginning of a beautiful partnership, which is why we thoughtfully screen adopters to ensure our animals are placed in safe, healthy homes that align with their unique personalities and energy levels. By carefully matching temperament and lifestyle requirements, we create lasting bonds that bring joy to both the pet and the family.
Get Involved
Whether you are ready to open your heart to a new companion or want to support our mission, we invite you to explore our Adoptable Animals online or visit us at our Annapolis shelter. Together, we can provide the second chances our animals deserve—join us in making a difference today!
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10/16 - Subaru Loves Pets Month: Meet Your New Best Friend Tuesday, and We’ll Pay the Adoption Fee!
October is Subaru Loves Pets Month, and Eye On Annapolis is teaming up with Annapolis Subaru and the SPCA of Anne Arundel County to help local shelter animals find their forever homes. A special ad…
10/16 - Meet Star—Our Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pet of the Week
It’s National Pit Bull Awareness Month, Subaru Loves Pets Month, and we’re celebrating with Star, a seven-year-old pit bull terrier mix from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County who is ready…
10/2 - Meet Ruth and Hannah—Our Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pets of the Week
This week’s Canines & Crosstreks comes as a two-for-one deal, because Ruth and Hannah are a bonded pair looking for a home together. Ruth and Hannah are one-year-old female Yorkie-Maltese mixes…
9/21 - Dare to Enter the Forest of Fear at the SPCA of Anne Arundel County
Things are about to get a little hairy at the SPCA of Anne Arundel County—and for once, the animals aren’t responsible. The shelter’s nature trail will undergo a frightening transformation in Octob…
9/4 - Meet Mia–Our Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pet of the Week
Today on Canines & Crosstreks, we have our hands full with a bundle of energy. Meet Mia, a 5-month-and-30-day-old Belgian Malinois mix who will be 6 months old by the time you hear this! Mia is…
8/7 - Meet Cane, Our Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pet of the Week
Today on Canines & Crosstreks, the gang is all back together, and Billy returned from Lake Placid victorious in his Master Lax Tournament performance! But today, we have a BIG dog to talk about…
7/31 - Paws, Plunges and Plenty of Fun: SPCA Puppy Plunge Returns to Camp Letts on August 23
DEETS What: Annual Puppy Plunge When: August 23 | 11am to 2pm Where: Camp Letts, Edgewater, MD How Much: $15 per car Hundreds of dogs are preparing to make a splash as the SPCA of Anne Arundel Coun…
7/31 - Meet Brooklyn and Peanut, Our Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pets of the Week
Today on Canines & Crosstreks, we meet Peanut & Brooklyn, an adorable pair of bonded Frenchies! Kelly and John were solo because Billy was in New York playing in a lacrosse tournament. Once…
7/15 - Woman adopts longest resident at Annapolis animal shelter, dog finds home after 7 years
There wasn’t a dry eye in the house when workers at an Annapolis shelter gathered to see their longest resident get the happy ending he deserved.
7/3 - Meet Bambi, Our Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pet of the Week
Today on Canines & Crosstreks, we meet Bambi, who came to the SPCA after eatiugn one too many Twinkie, but she is working hard to have that bikini bod for the Puppy Plunge! Meet Bambi, a gentle…
7/2 - SPCA of Anne Arundel County Shares Summer Heat Safety Tips for Pets
As temperatures rise across Anne Arundel County, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County is reminding pet owners that simple precautions can help prevent heat-related emergencies. Dogs, cats and other comp…
5/8 - Ungroomed for years, this dog found love — now she's competing for a $10,000 national prize
Kailey went from severe neglect to a loving home. Now the 11-year-old dog is a finalist in Wahl's Dirty Dog Competition.
5/8 - Pet adoption facility might stay at Annapolis Mall after closure scare
After a closure scare, a pet adoption facility might remain open at the Annapolis Mall. The mall’s new owner is exploring a long-term home for the site.
5/8 - Meet King Kobe, our Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pet of the Week
Today on Canines & Crosstreks, we meet King Kobe, a sweet little Shih-Tzu just looking for a lifetime playmate! King Kobe is a sweet little guy with a big heart and a gentle soul. His former fa…
5/7 - After Community Outcry, Macerich Says It Is Working To Save PAWS At The Mall
After a strong online reaction to news that PAWS at the Mall had been given 30 days to leave Annapolis Mall, the mall’s new owner, Macerich, says it did not issue the termination notice and is now …
5/7 - Who Will Be America's Next Top Shelter Dog Makeover? Your Votes Help Wahl® Support Dog Adoption Efforts
/PRNewswire/ -- This May, the 15th annual Wahl® Dirty Dogs Contest is celebrating National Pet Month by shining a light on dog adoption. Sadly, the road to...
5/7 - SPCA Given 30 Days To Leave Annapolis Mall After Ownership Change
Annapolis Mall has a new owner and, with it, a familiar promise of renewed energy, stronger tenant mix, and more reasons for people to come through the doors. But one of the first known moves under…
5/6 - SPCA Dog Kailey Needs Votes To Win National Makeover Contest
Kailey, an SPCA of Anne Arundel County shelter dog whose dramatic transformation turned neglect into a new beginning, is now competing for national recognition and a cash prize that would support t…
10/20 - 🎃👻 A little spooky, a lot of cute, and 100% ready to steal your heart. 🖤🐾 Meet some boo-tiful faces looking for their forever homes at the SPCA! This Halloween, the only thing scarier than a haunted house might be missing out on your perfect match! 🧡 Could one of these adorable pups be your new best friend? 🏡🎃 Interested in meeting one of our adoptable dogs? Once your adoption application has been completed and approved, a meet-and-greet can be scheduled. An approved application remains active, so our team can help you find the pet that's the best fit for your home and lifestyle. Explore our adoptable animals: https://aacspca.org/adoptable-animal-search/ #SPCAAAC #AdoptDontShop #SpookySeason #AdoptableDogs #HalloweenPups
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10/2 - Meet the puppy crew! 🐾 These five adorable terrier mix siblings are 5 months old and ready to find their forever homes! 💕 Each one has a personality all their own, but they all have one thing in common: they’re looking for a family to call their own. And don’t forget about Cyprus, the sixth member of the litter! 🥹 Cyprus has been living it up in a foster home while waiting for a forever family. 🏡❤️ Could one of these sweet pups be your new best friend? 🐶✨ Interested in meeting one of them? Start by completing an adoption application. Once your application has been reviewed and approved, our team will help arrange a meet-and-greet with the pup you’re interested in. An approved adoption application remains active, so if one pup isn’t the right match, our team will gladly help you find the pet that’s the best fit for your home and lifestyle. #SPCAAAC #AdoptDontShop #AdoptablePuppies #RescuePuppies #FindYourMatch
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9/29 - This is your reminder that if you’re considering adding a dog to your family…we have SO many wonderful and deserving dogs just patiently waiting for someone to take a chance on them. Please don’t forget about them 🤍 . . . #adoptdontshop #adoptabledogs #volunteering #annapolis #shelterdogs
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