The residents of Montgomery County are especially lucky for the services provided by our own Montgomery County Humane Society, in Rockville, Maryland. The staff and volunteers are a constant source of pride and gratitude for their undying dedication to the homeless, abused, and neglected animals that arrive daily at the shelter. In 2010, 9000 animals were processed by MCHS. (Out of those 9000, approx. 1/3 were wildlife!)
As a direct result of the efforts of the MCHS, 3000 adoptable animals found new homes; and an additional 1200, mostly dogs, were reunited with their families. Those are remarable numbers! But here's another amazing statistic: 80 - 90% of the dogs that arrive at the shelter are Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes. I don't know about you, but I was very surprised at the staggering number of pits and pit mixes that the shelter receives.
Because of the overwhelming number of adoptable animals that the MCHS processes annually, they have set up their own Rescue Program that is managed by shelter employees and volunteers. When the shelter is inundated with a particular breed, it often turns to local rescue organizations for assistance. This is particularly the case with Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes. Right now, the shelter is handling 94 dogs (the capacity is 80).
If you are considering adopting a dog anytime soon, won't you please think about one of these Beautiful, Adoptable, Ladies?
190 - ID#A351031
I am an unaltered female, white Pit Bull Terrier.
The shelter staff think I am about 9 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jun 20, 2011.
Name: Queen
Amiable, Gentle, Outgoing, People-Centered, Submissive, Willing-to-Work.
Abandoned at the vet by her previous owner. Per vet: Has been kenneled for over 2 months. Good with children (10 y/o+) and other dogs. Has never been around cats. Can be a little mouthy, but is still a puppy; just needs someone to work with her.
Per our evaluator: "Very sweet, waggy girl - tail is ALWAYS going! Needs some confidence."
222 - ID#A351570
I am an unaltered female, tan and white Pit Bull Terrier mix.
The shelter staff think I am about 5 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 09, 2011.
Name: Connie
Amiable, Attentive, Outgoing, People-Centered, Playful, Submissive, Willing-to-Work.
Came in as a stray. Good with male dogs; will need to test with other females individually.
Per our evaluator: "A bit shy at first - positive training will help build confidence. Likes to play with toys.
242 - ID#A351473
I am an unaltered female, tan and white Pit Bull Terrier.
The shelter staff think I am about 8 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 05, 2011
Name: Hazel
Amiable, Dog-Reactive, Fractious, High-Energy, Outgoing, Vocal.
Came in as a stray. Not good with cats. Not good with other female dogs; will need to test with male dogs individually - reactive.
Per our evaluator: "Sweet, high-energy girl. Give PLENTY of exercise. Use care around other dogs."
282 - ID#A351392
I am an unaltered female, white and brindle Pit Bull Terrier.
The shelter staff think I am about 1 year old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 05, 2011.
Name: Diva
Amiable, Friendly, Attentive, Sensitive, Submissive, Willing-to-Work.
Came in as A/C Protect for neglect.
Per our evaluator: "Sweet pup! A bit submissive; needs training to build her confidence. Likes belly rubs. Needs to be taught not to jump."
124 - ID#A351555
I am an unaltered female, blue and fawn Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
The shelter staff think I am about 8 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 08, 2011.
Name: Lena
Amiable, a little Distracted, High-Energy, Outgoing, Playful, Willing-to-Work.
Per previous owner: Is good with small dogs (lived w/Chihuahuas), but NOT other large female dogs. Knows command: sit. Crate-trained. Has been around children (newborn to teenage), but not cats. Given up because of family allergies.
From our evaluator: "Very nice, happy girl! Very active - daily exercise - no couch potatoes!"
Weight: 42.4 lb
110 - ID#A351531
I am an unaltered female, black Pit Bull Terrier.
The shelter staff think I am about 3 years old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 07, 2011.
Name: Brooklyn
Assertive, Dominant, Confident, High-Energy, Mouthy, Playful, Resource-Guarder with Toys, Strong-Willed.
Per previous owner: Does NOT get along with cats or other dogs (aggressive with). Knows basic commands: sit, stay. Is crate-trained. Came from a home with 1 newborn & 3 y/o - given up because too strong/active for kids.
From our evaluator: "Nice girl. Strong on leash. A bit toy-obsessed. Very waggy tail."
Weight: 44.9 lb
RACHEL - ID#A351402
I am an unaltered female, black Pit Bull Terrier mix.
The shelter staff think I am about 5 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 02, 2011.
Attentive, Playful once comfortable, Sensitive, Submissive, Timid, and Willing-to-Work!
Here at the kennel with her 2 litter-mates, Dena & Isabel
From our evaluator: "Nice girl. A bit shy. Needs someone to help her build confidence in order to grow into a well-behaved girl. Needs some socialization. Gives sweet, shy kisses."
Weight upon intake (still growing): 36.2 lb (skinny)
DENA - ID#A351403
I am an unaltered female, tan and white Pit Bull Terrier mix.
The shelter staff think I am about 5 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 02, 2011.
Amiable, Friendly, High-Energy, Outgoing, Playful,
Sensitive, and Willing-to-Work!
Here at the kennel with her 2 litter-mates, Isabel & Rachel
From our evaluator: "A playful, sweet girl. Needs to be taught rules and boundaries now so she grows up to be a well-behaved girl."
Weight upon intake (still growing): 21.5 lb (skinny)
ISABEL - ID#A351404
I am an unaltered female, brindle and tan Pit Bull Terrier mix.
The shelter staff think I am about 5 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 02, 2011
Amiable, Friendly, High-Energy, Outgoing, Playful,
Sensitive, and Willing-to-Work!
Here at the kennel with her 2 litter-mates, Dena & Rachel.
From our evaluator: "A sweet, happy pup. Needs to be taught rules and boundaries now so she grows up to be a well-behaved girl.
Will need to be given plenty of exercise!"
Weight upon intake (still growing): 24.6 lb (skinny)
170 - ID#A351899
I am an unaltered female, gray and white Pit Bull Terrier.
The shelter staff think I am about 1 year and 6 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 21, 2011.
Name: Lucy
No eval done here yet.
Per previous owner: Friendly and very lovable! VERY good with children (2, 8, 11 y/o) - plays with them without hurting anyone. Tentative around new dogs, but OK once gets to know them. Has never been around cats. Knows basic commands: sit, out. Crate-trained. Given up because of divorce and no time to care for.
Weight: 41.5 lb
148 - ID#A351932
I am an unaltered female, white and tan Pit Bull Terrier.
The shelter staff think I am about 2 years and 6 months old.
I have been at the shelter since Jul 22, 2011
Name: Coco
No eval done here yet.
Per previous owner: Good with children (13 y/o and older). Scared of cats and other dogs. Afraid of strangers, but friendly once she is able to sniff. Knows commands: Sit, lay-down. Easily frightened - barks. Given up because unable to keep in PG County.
Weight: 52 lb
MCHS RescueProgram
Phone: 240-271-0656
Fax: 301-279-1998 (Attn: Rescue)
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