The Baltimore Humane Society understands that circumstances may arise that require individuals to relinquish their companion animals. We strongly encourage that before relinquishing your pet to our facility you explore the possibility of finding your animal a new home through your personal networks of friends, co-workers, family and acquaintances.

If you're having behavioral issues and are seeking to relinquish your pet, you may wish to contact an animal behaviorist or professional trainer prior to relinquishing your pet to the Humane Society. Often times, behavioral problems can be resolved with a little patience and creativity...

If you are unable to locate a home for your animal, and you would like to relinquish your pet to the Humane Society please read our guidelines carefully. Surrendering an animal is an important decision for both you and for the Humane Society.

If you have found a stray, contact your local animal control agency for more information:

Surrendering an animal to the Baltimore Humane Society, or to any animal facility, is a very important decision. Please consider your options prior to contacting us. We will help how ever we can! Please read the following guidelines:

Deciding when to let a pet go can be a very difficult decision to make. We understand how painful loss can be. The Humane Society provides humane euthanasia service to the public at our animal center.

Individuals seeking euthanasia services are asked to call 410.833.8848 ext. 0 to make an appointment. Our fees for euthanasia are the same as our relinquishment fees:

In addition, individuals may secure cremation services from the Humane Society and based on the following fees:

At this time, all euthanasia services provided by the animal center prohibit attendance of the owner.