Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center
Our Mission
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) is dedicated to providing high-standard care to animals in need while ensuring the safety and welfare of our community. We serve as a vital resource for both pets and people, promoting responsible care and compassionate human-animal connections.
Serving Our Community
As the county's only open-admissions, municipal shelter, our doors are open to all animals in need—from dogs and cats to farm animals, wildlife, and exotics. We believe in creating a more humane world by providing a safe haven for homeless, abused, and neglected animals while offering essential services to the public.
A Dedicated Team
Our facility is designed with the comfort and health of our residents in mind, featuring advanced HVAC systems and radiant floor heating. Beyond our main building, our trained staff and volunteers utilize walking trails, outdoor fenced exercise runs, and specialized housing for livestock to ensure physical and mental enrichment for every animal. Our foster and rescue programs further enhance our reach, allowing us to save even more lives through community-wide partnerships.
Finding Your Perfect Match
We are here to help you find a joyful, lasting partnership with a new furry, feathered, or scaly family member. Our friendly adoption counselors are committed to guiding you through every step of the process, helping you discover a pet that matches your lifestyle and captures your heart.
Visit Us Today
We invite you to browse our available animals online or visit our facility in Derwood to meet your future best friend in person. Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer, or access our community resources, we look forward to meeting you and your family.
- Staff dedication
- Efficient adoption process
- Inconsistent medical assessments
7/24 - Montgomery County Animal Shelter Waiving Adoption Fees Aug. 1 - The MoCo Show
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center in Derwood will waive all adoption fees on Saturday, Aug. 1, as part of NBCUniversal’s annual “Clear the Shelters” campaign.’ The shelter, […]
4/12 - Montgomery Co. hosts summer food pantries for pets - WTOP News
The Montgomery County Office of Animal Services will host two pet food pantries at two locations through the end of the June.
3/29 - Montgomery County Animal Shelter at critical capacity, urgently needs adopters
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center shelter has reached full capacity, leaving many dogs in need of new homes.
