Caroline County Humane Society in Ridgely, Maryland
About Caroline County Humane Society
Caroline County Humane Society is a humane society in Ridgely, Caroline County, Maryland. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1996. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Hill Hounds Rescue and Animal Sanctuary, Inc., about 4.1 mi away.
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What Caroline County Humane Society does
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- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Hill Hounds Rescue and Animal Sanctuary, Inc.Greensboro, MDAnimal sanctuary4.1 mi
- Animal Welfare League241 Bryce Rd, Queenstown, MDAnimal shelter10 mi
- Chesapeake Cats and Dogs326 Wye Mills Rd, Queenstown, MDAnimal rescue11 mi
- Animal Welfare League Queen Annes County - Animal Rescue & Foster241 Bryce Rd, Queenstown, MDAnimal rescue11 mi
- Angel's Pet Resort and Rescue328 Cherry Ln, Queenstown, MDAnimal rescue13 mi
- Animal Welfare League of Queen Anne's County201 Clay Dr, Queenstown, MDAnimal shelter14 mi
- Talbot Humane7894 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MDAnimal shelter15 mi
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Where is Caroline County Humane Society located?
Caroline County Humane Society is at 407 W Belle St, Ridgely, MD 21660 in Caroline County.
What are the hours of Caroline County Humane Society?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (410) 820-1600 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Caroline County Humane Society?
Start on carolinehumane.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to Caroline County Humane Society?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Caroline County Humane Society tax-deductible?
Caroline County Humane Society matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 52-1528421), with reported annual revenue of about $809,846. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
Related guides
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- Shelter vs Rescue vs Humane SocietyHow municipal shelters, humane societies, SPCAs and foster-based rescues differ in funding, intake and adoption.
- How to Help an Animal ShelterDonations that shelters actually need, volunteering, fostering, sharing adoptable pets and other ways to help without adopting.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.