Click below to visit the adoption pages for available animals to become your new friend today! We have many wonderful dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, and small animals that are just waiting to be a part of your family.
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We are excited to announce a new initiative here at the Humane Society of Charles County—Freedom Friends!
At the Humane Society, we deeply value and honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans. To show our appreciation, we are offering a special opportunity for verified veterans to adopt an animal at 50% off the adoption fee.
This offer applies to all animals who have been in our shelter for 6 months or more, giving these wonderful pets a chance to find the loving homes they deserve, while also providing veterans with a loyal companion. Simply click on the animal's profile to see if they are a Freedom Friends eligible pet!
To qualify, veterans can verify their status using one of the following documents:
- Military ID
- Retirement ID
- Veteran status on their driver’s license
- DD214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty)
We believe in the healing power of animals and the special bond that can form between a veteran and their furry companion. The Freedom Friends program is our way of saying "thank you" for your service, while also helping provide loving homes for our shelter animals.
If you or someone you know is interested, please feel free to visit us or reach out with any questions. We would be honored to help connect a veteran with a new best friend.
Thank you again for your service, and we look forward to helping you meet your new freedom-loving companion!
| Type of Pet | Age of Pet | Adoption Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Kittens | Under 6 Months | $150 |
| Pair of Kittens | $225 (25% off the pair) | |
| Tween Kittens | 6 Months - 1 Year Old | $100 |
| Pair of Tween Kittens | $150 (25% off the pair) | |
| Adult Cat | 1 Year - 6 Years Old | $75 |
| Senior Cat | 7 Years - 10 Years Old | $50 |
| Silver Senior Cat | 11+ Years Old | $40 |
| Puppies | Under 1 Year Old | $400 |
| Small Breed Dogs | 1 Year - 6 Years Old | $225 |
| Medium - Large Breed Dogs | 1 Year - 6 Years Old | $200 |
| Senior Dogs (All Breeds) | 7 Years - 10 Years Old | $100 |
| Silver Senior Dogs (All Breeds) | 11+ Years Old | $85 (new) |
| Specialty Breed | $500 | |
| Small Birds | All Ages | $15 |
| Large & Exotic Birds | All Ages | Varies by Breed |
| Small Reptiles (Snakes, Lizards) | All Ages | Varies by Breed |
| Exotic Reptiles (Iguana, Chameleion) | All Ages | Varies by Breed |
| Turtles | All Ages | $20 |
| Ferrets | All Ages | $45 |
| Guinea Pigs | All Ages | $20 |
| Rabbits | All Ages | $45 |
| Hamsters, Rats, Gerbils | All Ages | $10 |
| Mice | All Ages | $5 |
Why we charge an adoption fee
The Humane Society of Charles County (HSCC) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that relies completely on private donations and it's own fundraising abilities to operate. We do not receive any federal, state, or government funding nor any funds from national animal welfare organizations to operate.
What does your adoption fee cover?
The fees collected from the adoption of each animal help to offset some of the costs involved in providing care for the animals and preparing an animal for placement into a new home.
- A general examination by intake staff
- Canine or feline distemper combination vaccination and Bordetella (canines only)
- Age-appropriate canine and feline rabies vaccination
- Deworming medication
- Flea/tick treatment (if needed)
- Canine heartworm test or feline leukemia and immunodeficiency virus test (if age appropriate and meets testing guidelines)
- Spay/neuter
- Microchip implant
Small animals also receive similar general examinations and rabies vaccinations for ferrets, along with additional medical care as needed.
