New Hours At Animal Shelter Aims To Attract New Adopters

Animal shelters across the U.S. are bursting with adoptables, so the Prince George's facility has changed its hours for potential adopters.

Animal Shelter Resumes Dog Adoptions After Briefly Battling Illness

The Prince George’s Co. Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center has resumed dog adoptions and viewing after an illness was detected.

Outbreak Halts Dog Adoptions, Viewings At County Animal Shelter

An outbreak of an illness affecting dogs at the county shelter and adoption center has prompted officials to stop canine adoptions.

Illness Outbreak Forces County Animal Shelter To Close Placement Room

The county animal shelter has restricted public access to the facility’s placement room where adoptable animals are held due to an outbreak.

PGC Animal Shelter Full, Fees Waived To Encourage Adoptions

The Prince George's animal shelter is full and to help, adoption fees are being waived. Recently, the shelter took in 200 animals.

Dogs Adoptions Resume At Animal Center After Strep Zoo Outbreak

Dog adoptions have resumed at the Prince George's Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center​ after another strep zoo outbreak.

Mystery Illness Shuts Down PGC Animal Shelter, Halts Owner Surrenders

The Prince George’s County Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center has closed due to an outbreak of an unidentified illness.

Cat Adoption Events At Bowiefest June 1, Bowie City Hall June 8

An abundance of kittens and cats will be available for adoption at Bowiefest June 1 and at a special event at Bowie City Hall June 8.

Firefighters Rescue Wandering Husky Waiting To Be Reunited With Family

Prince George's firefighters welcomed a husky who wandered into Station 832 Friday. He's since been turned over to the county shelter.

Free Pet Adoptions As County Shelter Faces Overflow Of Dogs

The Prince George’s County animal adoption center​ is offering free pet adoptions to help with crowded conditions at the shelter.

Prince George's Animal Shelter Resumes Accepting Owner Surrender Pets

The Prince George’s animal shelter has lifted its ban on owner surrenders but asks that pet owners think twice before giving up their pet.

Fall In Love With A Furry Friend At Saturday's Dog Adoption Day Event

Find your new best friend at the 2024 Dog Adoption Day event Saturday at The Hotel at the University of Maryland in College Park.

Ban On Owner-Surrendered Dogs In Place At County Shelter

The Prince George’s County Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center has implemented a ban starting Wednesday on owner-surrendered dogs.

Dogs In Desperate Need Of Homes As Full County Shelter Faces Outbreak

The Prince George's animal shelter is not accepting owner-surrender pets and waiving adoption fees while it deals with a Strep Zoo outbreak.

Rabid Raccoon In Hyattsville Prompts Warning From Health Official

If anyone or any pet had contact with a rabid raccoon found in Hyattsville, they need to call county health officials.

County Animal Adoption Center To Reopen Saturday To The Public

The county animal adoption center will reopen to the public Saturday after being shut down since Jan. 4 due to an outbreak of Strep Zoo.

Mystery Outbreak Identified At County Animal Services Facility

The mystery outbreak detected recently at Prince George’s County Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center has been diagnosed.

Mystery Canine Illness Shutters County Animal Adoption Center

An unidentified canine illness has forced the temporary closure of the Prince George’s County Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center​

Prince George's County Animal Services Facility Temporarily Closed

The county Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center has temporarily closed and will reopen Thursday. Adoptables can be seen online.

Share Festive Photos Of Your Pets With Bowie Patch

Got a cat in reindeer ears or a Doberman dressed as Santa? Patch wants to see your pet pics. Send them our way before Christmas.

16-Year-Old Shih Tzu Named Zoi Stolen From SUV At Gas Station: Police

The public is asked to help police find a 16-year-old Shih Tzu named Zoi who was stolen from her owner's SUV that was at a gas station.

Feline Panleukopenia Outbreak Reported At County Animal Facility

An outbreak of feline panleukopenia has been reported at the Prince George’s County Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center.

Pet Adoptions Resume At County Animal Services Facility

Pet adoptions have started up again at the county animal services facility and adoption center after battle a canine influenza outbreak.

Animal Shelter Shut Down Immediately After Canine Influenza Detected

Effective Aug. 17, the Prince George's County Animal Shelter has been shut down for two weeks due to a canine influenza outbreak.

Residents Warned: Possible Rabid Fox Spotted At Driskell Park

Residents are asked to stay away from a possible rabid fox spotted at Driskell Community Park in Hyattsville and report any sightings.

Adorable Adoptable Bebe Seeks Forever Home After Loved One Falls Ill

Beautiful Bebe loves to go for walks, receive belly rubs and hang out with her humans. She's searching for her forever home - are you the 1?

Rescued Castor, Pollux Are Part Of 'Kitten Season' Looking For A Home

Meet these adorable adoptables from Prince George's County. These bonded buddies are ready for their forever home - could it be with you?

Record Number Of Pets Adopted From Shelter, More Waiting To Go Home

The Prince George's Co. animal shelter celebrates a record number of adoptions, up 380 percent from last year; but more pets need new homes.

Free Dog, Cat Adoptions Through April 30 From County Animal Control

Thanks to a $50K grant from Best Friends Animal Society, Prince George's residents can adopt a cat or dog for free through April 30.

Clint, Randy: Adorable Adoptables Of The Week In Prince George's Co.

Meet these adorable adoptables from Prince George's County. They're ready for their forever home - could it be with you?

Ghost: Adorable Adoptable Of The Week In Prince George's County

Meet this adorable adoptable from Prince George's County. Ghost is ready for his forever home - could it be with you?

Jade: Adorable Adoptable Of The Week In Prince George's

Meet this adorable adoptable from Prince George's County. She's ready for her forever home - could it be with you?

Alfie: Adorable Adoptable Of The Week In Prince George's

Meet this adorable adoptable from Prince George's County. He's ready for his forever home - could it be with you?

Pearl, Penny: Adorable Adoptable Of The Week In Prince George's

Meet these adorable adoptables from Prince George's County. Penny and Pearl are ready for their forever homes - could it be with you?

Protect Pets From Harmful Winter Weather: County Animal Services

Prince George's pet owners are reminded to be careful when taking their animals outdoors for walks or to go potty in the winter.

Share Your Festive Photos Of Prince George's Pets With Patch

Got a cat in reindeer ears or a Doberman dressed as Santa? Patch wants to see your pet pics.

Cranberry, Snowflake: Adorable Adoptables Of The Week

Meet these adorable adoptables from Prince George's County. They are ready for their forever homes - could it be with you?

Pumpkin Pie, Turkey: Adorable Adoptable Of The Week In Prince George's

Meet siblings Pumpkin Pie and Turkey. They are searching for their forever homes. Could it be with you?

Raven: Adorable Adoptable Of The Week In Prince George's

Meet Raven, a cute little beagle puppy who is playful and sweet. She and others are searching for their forever homes. Could it be with you?

Sisters KC And Colleen: Adorable Adoptables Of The Week

These pets are searching for their forever homes. They are currently at The SPCA/Humane Society of Prince George's County, Inc.