If you have been thinking about getting a new pet, you should consider adoption. There are tons of dogs and cats that need good homes and are just waiting for someone to pick them.
Here are a few places in the area where you can adopt from:
http://www.humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org/
http://www.humanesocietycc.org/Home_Page.html
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/pawspet.html
http://www.animalrelieffund.org/
http://www.pgspca.org/
http://www.aacspca.org/
If you aren’t looking to adopt but still want to get involved, you can always donate or volunteer!
Every animal deserves a loving home so don’t rule out adoption when searching for your next pet 🙂
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