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The Humane Society of Calvert County is a limited admittance no-kill dog rescue in Calvert County MD. Open daily from 7am to 6pm to care for our dogs.

Dogs meet and greet scheduled by Appointment Only 10am to 5pm At the Humane Society of Calvert County, our mission is to provide compassionate care, shelter, and advocacy for homeless and at-risk animals while striving to find them loving, permanent homes. We are dedicated to educating our community on responsible pet ownership, promoting spay/neuter programs, and fostering a culture of kindness and respect for all animals. Through rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption, we work tirelessly to create a brighter future for the animals in our care. Together, with our volunteers, adopters, sponsors and supporters, we are making a difference—one paw at a time. 🐾❤️

10/31/2026

🎉🐾 THIS ADOPTION MADE OUR DAY… AND THEN MADE IT EVEN BETTER! 🐾🎉

We have TWO very BIG reasons to celebrate this adoption today!

First, our precious, almost-perfect boy ZERO HAS FOUND HIS FOREVER HOME! ❤️ We have been waiting for the right family to come along and see what we have known all along… this boy is one AWESOME pup! And now he has a new name to go with his new life… ARLO! 🥰

But wait… there's MORE!

The next best part was getting to see one of our very own alumni, FREYA! Does everyone remember Freya? Our poor, mangy little puppy who we pulled from the shelter, sitting miserably in a corner? 😢

Well, LOOK AT HER NOW! 😍 Freya has blossomed into an absolutely GORGEOUS girl, weighing in at a whopping 90 POUNDS! Talk about a glow-up!

And here's where it gets even better… Freya and Zero hit it off IMMEDIATELY! These two wasted no time checking each other out, making introductions, and then playing to their hearts' content. 😂❤️

We absolutely LOVE these pictures because you can practically see them thinking, "Who are YOU, and where have you been all my life?!"

What a beautiful pairing and what a wonderful new chapter for both of them!

Congratulations, sweet Arlo! You have a beautiful big sister, a wonderful family, and a lifetime of adventures ahead. Enjoy every minute, handsome boy!

And Freya, from a shelter corner to a 90-pound best friend… THIS is what second chances look like! 🐾❤️

10/31/2026

🎃🐾 ECSTATIC WOULD BE A HUGE UNDERSTATEMENT… PHANTOM IS ADOPTED! 🐾🎃

Well, this Halloween just got a whole lot sweeter! Our handsome, floppy-eared boy Phantom has found his forever home, and we couldn't be happier! ❤️

But wait… there's a new name in town! Phantom will now be known as DUKE! 👑🐶

And we hear this lucky boy has LOTS of adventures ahead with his new dad and some wonderful grandparents who are already planning to spoil him rotten! We have a feeling Duke is going to be living like royalty! 😂💕

Congratulations, Duke! Your next chapter is filled with love, adventures, cozy spots, and a family who will cherish you forever.

Happy Halloween, sweet boy! You got the BEST treat of all… a FOREVER HOME! 🏡❤️

10/31/2026

🍌🎃 HAPPY HOWL-O-WEEN FROM ONE OF OUR FAVORITE ALUMS… LULU! 🎃🍌

Okay, seriously… have you EVER seen a cuter banana?! 😂💛

Our sweet LuLu is back with a Halloween Pupdate, and while we think she absolutely ROCKED her costume, her mom tells us she was NOT impressed with the whole situation! 🤣

Apparently, being a banana wasn't quite what LuLu had in mind for Halloween. But that face? That look? We think she's still the sweetest little bunch on the block! 🍌🥰

Happy Halloween, LuLu! We love seeing you living your best life, even if your fashion choices aren't entirely your own! 😂❤️

10/31/2026

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🐝💕 BUMBLE HAS A FEW RULES… AND SHE KNOWS EXACTLY WHAT SHE WANTS! 😂

Meet our resident Bumble returned! And before you get the wrong idea, this girl isn't naughty… she's just VERY particular about her social circle! 😉

At 2 years old and 38 pounds, this adorable American Bulldog is funny, goofy, entertaining, and guaranteed to make you smile. She has a big personality, a whole lot of charm, and she knows exactly what she likes… and what she doesn't!

Bumble has decided that children and other dogs aren't really her thing, but cats? Well, apparently they're just fine! Go figure! 😂

You see, Bumble isn't looking for a big, busy household or a social calendar filled with playdates. She's looking for someone who appreciates her for who she is. Someone who will let her be the queen of her castle, enjoy her silly antics, and give her all the love and attention she deserves.

And honestly, there's absolutely nothing wrong with knowing what you want! ❤️

Bumble is looking for an adult home where she can be the one and only canine queen. If you appreciate a dog with personality, a goofy sense of humor, and plenty of love to give, she might just be your girl!

🏡 Let's find Bumble the home where she can finally settle in and be someone's whole world.

👉 Apply to adopt at https://humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org

She's not everyone's cup of tea… but she could be someone's whole honey pot! 🍯🐝

10/31/2026

🐾❤️ BEAGLE GIRLS UNITE! DOUBLE THE EARS, DOUBLE THE FUN, DOUBLE THE LOVE! ❤️🐾

Who remembers our adorable alumni Danni (on the left)?! Well, this sweet girl has some exciting news to share… SHE HAS A SISTER! 🥹💕

You may remember that Danni came to us heartworm positive and had to go through those dreaded treatments. But this girl was a fighter! She made it through, got healthy, and was ready to start enjoying all the wonderful adventures life had waiting for her.

And what better way to enjoy life than with a Beagle sister to share it with?! Enter our adorable little Willa! 😍

The two hit it off right away, and we have a feeling there will be plenty of sniffing, exploring, playing, and good old-fashioned Beagle mischief happening in their future! 😂🐶

Congratulations, sweet Willa! You didn't just find a forever home… you found a sister and a whole family to love you forever!

And Danni, we think you just got yourself the perfect partner in crime! ❤️🐾

10/31/2026

🎉🐾 SOMEONE AT HSCC HAS A NEW FAMILY MEMBER… AND WE COULDN'T BE HAPPIER! ❤️

Congratulations to our sweet Arizona on finding her forever home! And not just any home, but a WONDERFUL home with an amazing family, a new Beagle sibling, and one of our very own fabulous HSCC staff members who will love her forever! 🥹💕

Our staff member Dani once wondered how long it would take working at a rescue before falling in love with a pup and deciding to adopt. Well, apparently, the answer was NOT VERY LONG! 😂❤️

Dani and her family didn't waste much time finding their perfect match, and we have a feeling Arizona knew she was home, too!

Dani, we hope you won that bet! Although we're pretty sure Arizona is the real winner here. 😉🐶

Sweet Arizona, you hit the jackpot! A family to call your own, a Beagle buddy to share your days with, and a staff mom who already knows just how special you are.

Congratulations to all of you! We couldn't have picked a happier ending for this beautiful girl! 🏡🐾

10/31/2026

🎉🐾 FROM MILLION DOLLAR BABY TO MILLION DOLLAR SMILE… REN HAS FOUND HER FOREVER HOME! ❤️

Well, she may not have cost quite a million dollars, but our beautiful Ren certainly earned the title of our Million Dollar Baby! 😂💕 And today, we get to share the news we've been waiting for… REN IS ADOPTED! 🏡

For those who followed Ren's journey, you know this girl had quite a road ahead of her. Her severe ear issues required TECA surgery, and thanks to so many of you who stepped up, donated, shared her story, and supported her through it all, Ren was able to get the medical care she desperately needed.

We honestly hate to think what Ren's outcome might have been if she hadn't made her way to HSCC and had an entire community of wonderful people willing to fight for her. But that's behind her now!

Ren recently had her final checkup at Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty, and they gave her the GREEN LIGHT to begin her new life! And what a life it's going to be! She now has a family who loves her unconditionally and will make sure she gets all the happiness, comfort, and spoiling she deserves. 🥹❤️

Ren's story is an extraordinary reminder of what rescue is all about. Sometimes the dogs who need us the most require extraordinary measures, but when a rescue, veterinary team, supporters, donors, and a loving adopter all come together, truly wonderful things can happen.

To everyone who helped Ren along the way, YOU ARE PART OF THIS HAPPY ENDING!

Congratulations, sweet Ren! Your days of pain are behind you, and your days of being loved beyond measure are just beginning. We couldn't be happier for you, our Million Dollar Baby! ❤️🐾

10/31/2026

❤️🐾 HERE SHE IS… OUR BEAUTIFUL, STRONG, VERY SPECIAL GIRL, LOCK! 🐾❤️

And just look at that face! 🥹 After battling a severe case of pneumonia, spending days in the hospital, and fighting through some very scary moments, Lock is finally HOME and ready to begin her recovery!

But she has something she'd really like to say…

THANK YOU! ❤️

Thank you to every single person who stood by her, supported her, sent donations, shared her story, offered prayers, sent messages, and most importantly, never gave up on her.

When things were frightening and the road ahead was uncertain, you stood right beside her. You helped make sure she received the critical care she needed, and we will never forget that.

Lock still has some healing ahead of her, but tonight she's home, she's surrounded by love, and she's getting another chance to enjoy all the wonderful things life has to offer.

To everyone who believed in this sweet girl and rooted for her every step of the way, please know how much it means to us.

Lock fought hard, and together, we fought right alongside her. ❤️

From Lock and all of us at HSCC… THANK YOU for being part of her story. 🐶💕

10/30/2026

🤠🐾 DEFINITELY KEVIN… DEFINITELY A CATCH! 🐾❤️

Have you met our handsome boy Kevin yet? Because we're having a hard time figuring out why this guy is still waiting for his forever family! 😍

At 1 year old and 61 pounds, this stunning Catahoula mix checks ALL the boxes!

⭐ Handsome? ABSOLUTELY!
⭐ Playful and fun? YOU BET!
⭐ Friendly with everyone he meets? YES!
⭐ Walks great on leash? YOU GOT IT!
⭐ Looks sharp in a costume? WELL, JUST LOOK AT HIM! 😂

Kevin has the looks, the personality, and all the makings of an incredible family companion. He's ready for adventures, playtime, belly rubs, and most importantly, a family to call his own.

🎉 AND HE'S STILL OUR DOG OF THE WEEK!

Thanks to our wonderful friends at Prince Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge, Kevin's adoption fee is SPONSORED!

That's right… all this handsome boy needs now is YOU! ❤️

Let's get Kevin out of the rescue and into his forever home. Please share and help this deserving boy get noticed!

👉 Apply to adopt at https://humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org

Definitely handsome. Definitely lovable. DEFINITELY worth meeting!

10/30/2026

💕🐾 SOME DOGS STEAL YOUR HEART… AND THEN THERE'S BLOSSOM! 🐾💕

Are you looking for that special pup who thinks you're the greatest person in the entire world? A best friend, a cuddle companion, a travel buddy, and a little shadow who is happiest simply being by your side?

Well, we'd really like you to meet Blossom! 🌸

This beautiful 7-year-old, 36-pound Beagle girl is truly one of the sweetest souls you'll ever meet. When you walk into a room, Blossom will greet you with the kind of happiness that makes you feel like you've just won the lottery! And once she's gotten her hello in, she's ready to settle in for what she does BEST… CUDDLING! 🥰

Seriously, this girl LOVES to cuddle. She's the kind of companion who makes an ordinary evening feel special, a road trip more fun, and coming home the best part of your day. 🌸🐾

Blossom isn't asking for much. She just wants someone to love, someone to be loved by, and a family who will make her feel like she's finally home. ❤️ She has so much love to give, and someone out there is missing out on one incredible best friend!

🏡 Let's help Blossom find the person she's been waiting for!

👉 Submit an adoption application at https://humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org

Address

2210 Dalrymple Road
Sunderland, MD
20689

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 6pm
Wednesday	11am - 6pm
Thursday	11am - 6pm
Friday	11am - 6pm
Saturday	11am - 6pm
Sunday	11am - 6pm

Telephone

+14102574908

Website

http://www.humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org/, https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/md/sunderland/humane-society-of-calver

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