Howard County Animal Control & Adoption Center

Hours: Adoption hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00AM-4:30PM; Tuesday, Thursday 1:30PM-6:45PM; Saturday 10:00AM-2:00PM; closed Sunday. Business hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM; Tuesday, Thursday 11:00AM-6:45PM.

What it is

Shelters and rescues

Who it helps

Owner surrenders accepted from Howard County residents.

Where

Howard County

Status

Open

Checked

on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Howard County's animal shelter, run by the Police Department. Investigates animal cruelty, rescues endangered animals, accepts unwanted pets from Howard County residents, runs pet adoption and humane education programs, keeps lost and found reports, and handles pet licensing and bite reports.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

Good to know

• Who can use it: Owner surrenders accepted from Howard County residents.
• How to get started: Walk in during adoption hours to view adoptable animals. Owner surrenders and return-to-owner visits are by appointment; call 410-313-2780 ext. 0. After hours, report cruelty to the police non-emergency line at 410-313-2200.

Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines

Before you go

Call or check their page for current prices, appointment availability, any income or residency rules, and which animals they see. Ask what to bring.

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Also from this organization

• Howard County Animal Control Pet Food Bank · Columbia

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Sources

Howard County Animal Control & Adoption Center official page, checked November 5, 2026. Details have not yet been confirmed by the organization. Programs change; contact them for current information.