Animal Rescues in Maryland

Maryland’s diverse geography — stretching from the Chesapeake Bay shoreline to the Appalachian foothills near Cumberland — is matched by a rich network of animal rescue organizations serving Baltimore, Annapolis, Frederick, and communities in between. The state’s proximity to Washington, D.C. has helped foster strong regional partnerships among rescues, shelters, and animal welfare advocates committed to increasing animal adoption rates throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Whether you’re near the Inner Harbor or the Eastern Shore, shelter animals across Maryland are ready to find their forever families.