March 29, 2021  |  Happy Tail

Dory

"Dory is amazing, sweet, and a wonderful add to our family. She is doing well, and is a huge cuddle bug."   Read more

February 18, 2021  |  Happy Tail

Ginger & Miso

"Ginger and Miso are absolutely wonderful! They are settled in and happy with my husband and me, our three children who adore them, and even our... Read more

February 17, 2021  |  Veterinary Care

Why Spay/Neuter Surgery Benefits Your Pet

Spaying/neutering your pet has many benefits. But some owners decide against it, often based on misguided information. Here are five common myths... Read more

January 25, 2021  |  Happy Tail

Robie

"I've been wanting to share Robie's story of life after the Maryland SPCA for a while to provide an update and let the MD SPCA know how much we... Read more

January 22, 2021  |  Press Releases

Maryland SPCA Receives $21,000 Grant from PetSmart Charities® to Provide Free Veterinary Care to Under-Resourced Pet Owners

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland SPCA has received a $21,000 grant from PetSmart Charities to provide free veterinary services to up to 175 Baltimore pet... Read more

January 19, 2021  |  National Train Your Dog Month

Train Your Dog Early and Often

Puppies can start training as early as eight weeks old. Training early can ingrain good behaviors and prevent unwanted habits. But keep in mind:... Read more

January 12, 2021  |  National Train Your Dog Month

Fun Games Help with Leash Walking

Whether it’s a squirrel, other dogs, or strangers, it can be frustrating to walk a dog who’s always chasing something. Watch MD SPCA trainers and... Read more

January 12, 2021  |  National Train Your Dog Month

What Dogs Want

Dogs make our lives so much better. All they want in return is our care. We walk and feed them. We take them to the vet and to training classes so... Read more

January 8, 2021  |  Happy Tail

Bruno

"I wanted to give a little update on Rusty, who I've renamed Bruno! I adopted him right before Christmas and was not expecting the ball of... Read more

December 7, 2020  |  News Update

MD SPCA Honors Dr. Michelle Myers with William Woodward Award

The Maryland SPCA is proud to announce that Dr. Michelle Myers has won our William Woodward Award for outstanding service to pets and people in our... Read more

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