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County Animal Shelter
240.773.5960
14645 Rothgeb Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
Hours to Visit
With the Animals
Mon, Tues Thurs, Fri:
noon-7pm
Closed Wednesdays
Sat & Sun: noon-5pm
Business Hours and Looking For Lost Pets
Mon, Tues Thurs, Fri:
10am-7pm
Closed Wednesdays
Sat & Sun: 10am-5pm
Directions
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photo by Robin Siegel
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MCHS
In the
News

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Media Contact:
b j Altschul, APR
240.773.5967
bja@mchumane.org |
History in the making as area historic properties compete for funds
by John Kelly, The Washington Post, 4/30/13
Public to vote on grant money for historic preservation in Montgomery
Kennel, general store among projects vying for funding
by Elizabeth Waibel, The Gazette, 4/29/13
PAWS IN THE PARK 2013
Every year in April
Norwood School students take things to the dogs -- and the cats;
Sixth-graders donate hundreds of towels, blankets, toys
by Peggy Mcewan, The Gazette, 2/22/12
Mont. Co. Humane Society's Wagging Tails Thrifts and Gifts Sale
Jan 7-9!
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, Montgomery County Animal Rights Examiner, examiner.com, 1/8/12
Coming to grips with reality and the mythical pit bull
County Humane Society struggles to educate public about pit bulls
by Helen Hocknell, The Montgomery Sentinel, 1/4/12
Best Friends Pet Care Angel Tree Supports Humane Society
For the 11th year, the pet care store's holiday donation drive supports needy animals.
by Sean Sedam, Rockville patch.com, 12/23/11
20 Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe this Holiday Season
During the holidays you can keep man's best friend safe with just a little extra care
by Tamika Smith, Silver Spring patch.com, 12/23/11
Toys delivered to the Montgomery County Humane Society
Photos by Chris Rossi, The Gazette, 12/22/2011
Need some last minute gifts?
Help homeless pets by shopping at Wagging Tails!
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, examiner.com, 12/21/11
Mark your calendar for Dec 22!
It's the MCHS Volunteers "Holiday with the Dogs"!
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, examiner.com, 12/17/11
Got pets? Got holidays? 20 tips to keep your pets safe
Barona Whiteing-Green, The Pet Treehouse blog, 12/15/11
Montgomery County Humane Society seeks gifts for animals in need;
Donations include blankets, bones and toys
by Alison Bryant, The Gazette, 12/14/11
Hound-friendly holidays: Ways for dog-lovers to give and give back
by Sara Richmond, DC Dog Places Examiner, examiner.com, 12/10/11
Celebrate Black Friday & shop at MCHS Wagging Tails to help homeless pets!
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, Montgomery County Animal Rights Examiner, examiner.com, 11/21/11
Doggie Dance (2011 Love Ball)
video produced by Whitney Harris, U-Maryland graduate journalism major, 11/2011
Adopt A Pit Bull; Improve Your Health
by Miriam Laufer, dcspotlight.com, 11/2/11
Halloween Safety Tips for Pets from the Montgomery County Humane Society
by The PetWork®, 10/19/11
Celebrate Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog-Month by visiting MCHS on Pit Bull Awareness Day!
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, examiner.com, 10/19/11
Mont. County Humane Society's "Festive Saturdays" for Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month!
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, examiner.com, 10/13/11
Whiz Kid of the Week: Jodi Bronfman
Animal lover helps homeless pets
by Marly Carpenter, Bethesda Patch, 9/2/11
by Alex Ruoff, staff writer, Gazette.Net, Maryland Community News, 8/31/11
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, Montgomery County Animal Rights Examiner, examiner.com, 8/12/11
Ready to adopt a black cat? MCHS is "waiving adoption fees" in August
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, Montgomery County Animal Rights Examiner, examiner.com, 7/30/11
by Emily Nichols, Potomac Almanac, 7/28/11
Montgomery County Humane Society's Rescue Program
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, Montgomery County Animal Rights Examiner, examiner.com, 7/28/11
Saying Farewell to a Faithful Friend; Coping with the loss of a pet can be difficult
by Tammy Zaluzney, Perry Hall Patch, 7/23/11
MCHS offers new spay/neuter incentives
by Eileen Gersuk-Byrd, Montgomery County Animal Rights Examiner, examiner.com, 7/2/11
Montgomery County Humane Society waives cat adoption fees in June
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 6/23/11
Montgomery County Planning Board approves zoning change
lifting restrictions on historic resource sites
by Mimi Liu and Margie Hyslop, The Gazette, 6/8/11
Controlling the pet population
Editorial, The Gazette, 6/8/11
Pets adopted from Montgomery shelters must now be spayed in advance;
Surgery made a mandatory condition for adoption
by Margie Hyslop, The Gazette, 6/1/11
MS Positive Leadership Initiative results
St. Andrews Episcopal School website, 5/31/11
MoCo shelter offers spay/neuter program
by Natalie Plumb, Washington Examiner, 5/26/11 Humane Society hopes to revitalize pet cemetery in Aspen Hill
with help from zoning amendment
by Mimi Liu, The Gazette, 5/25/11
Wanted: A Place of their own
by Cindy Murphy-Tofig, Rockville patch.com, 5/25/11
Mutts and Martinis!
by Aly Jacobs, Bilingual Aly Blog, 5/5/11
MC Humane Society urgently seeks homes to cover seasonal increases
Washington Home and Garden Magazine, 4/26/11
Montgomery County Humane Society needs foster homes
People and Places
by Jeanette Der Bedrosian, The Gazette, 4/26/11 online and 4/27/11 print
(scroll down about halfway)
Mutts and Martinis benefit at Redwood on May 3
by Jamie Hardin, DC Organic Food Examiner, examiner.com, 4/26/11
Egg hunts let children celebrate Easter in Gaithersburg, at the White House
by Danielle E. Gaines, The Gazette, 4/27/11 (mentions Paws in the Park; photos)
Paws in the Park news video
NBC 4, 4/23/11
The Joys of Fostering
by Lisa Marie Czop, DC Animal Welfare Examiner, examiner.com, 4/14/11
Bethesda, Potomac pets find love despite medical conditions;
Animals living longer, owners paying more for medical care
by Sarah Gantz, The Gazette, 4/13/11
Spring into cat adoption in Montgomery County
by Sarah Andrews, examiner.com, 4/7/11
Missing pup turns up in Gaithersburg after 37 days on the run;
White cockapoo wanders more than 30 miles from home
by Danielle E. Gaines, The Gazette, 3/23/11 (mention)
Cats prime suspect for bird deaths, Smithsonian says
by Sarah Gantz, The Gazette, 3/9/11 (mention)
Personality plus! Bone up on breeds for a lifetime of success
by Pamela Schipper, Montgomery Go Life magazine, March-April 2011
(mentions MCHS regarding adoption process)
Photo gallery: Art teaches teens life is a mosaic
by Kathleen Bryan, Wheaton patch.com, 2/14/11
What About the Cats? Montgomery County’s animal shelter has more cats
needing homes than it does dogs. For staff, the challenge is finding a place
for them to go.
by Cindy Rich, Washingtonian Magazine, 2/28/11
Out of a dumpster, into your heart
by John Wostendiek, ohmidog! blog, 1/22/11
New year, new cat
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 1/13/11
Current adoptable pit bulls at Montgomery County Humane Society
by Barbara Karolchyk, DC Pit Bull Examiner, examiner.com, 1/10/11
Montgomery County Humane Society shows pets’ positive effects on human health
by Lisa Marie Czop, DC Animal Welfare Examiner, examiner.com, 1/10/11
County pet adoptons up: The Montgomery County Animal Shelter is reporting an increase in pet adoptions
by Tom Ramstack, Germantown.patch.com, 1/10/11
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Kensington couple wins chicken fight: Court ruling could have
larger implications for fowl owners in Montgomery County
by Alex Ruoff , The Gazette, 12/15/10
Shelters, rescues advise against giving the gift of a pet;
Humane Society seeks to raise money at Santa events
by Sarah Gantz, The Gazette, 12/15/10
Hairy Christmas in Silver Spring
(photo only),
by Raphael Talisman, The Gazette, 12/8/10
Photo gallery: Hugs from Santa for man's best friend
Santa Claus takes pictures with pets and their owners to celebrate Christmas season
by Amber Evans, Silver Spring Patch, 12/6/10
After Black Friday, it’s adoption Saturday for Montgomery County cats
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 11/23/10
Adopt a pet “adoptathon”
with Jay Korff, WABC Channel 7, 11/16/10
(video/link coming soon)
A visit to the Montgomery County Humane Society (feature)
The search for the perfect pet continues.
by Jillian Badanes, NorthPotomac-Darnestown Patch, 11/14/10
Misunderstood breed takes center stage for National Pit Bull Awareness Day
by Lisa Marie Czop, DC Animal Welfare Examiner, Examiner.com, 10/22/10
Senior stray cat seeks loving home in Montgomery County
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, Examiner.com, 10/21/10
County council may put dog owners on shorter leash (print)
(MCHS mentioned about 2/3 down)
Montgomery County Council weighs dog tethering legislation:
Members want to protect pets without burdening owners
by Margie Hyslop, The Gazette, 10/20/10
Cat questions answered tonight in Montgomery County
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, Examiner.com, 10/19/10
The search for the perfect pet: Follow along as your editor looks for a pet
to adopt in the area
by Jillian Badanes, North Potomac Patch, 10/12/10
Adventist HealthCare donates a ton of pet food to Humane Society
by Cheryl Mc Ky, Columbia Union Adventists, 9/29/10
Montgomery County cats seek new forever homes
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 9/21/10
Montgomery County Police combat rabies
by Matt Laslo, WAMU-FM, 9/20/10 (scroll down about 2/3)
Fox likely has mange, not rabies; Animal control working to
trap animal living in storm drain
by Meghan Tierney, The Gazette, 9/1/10
Saving cats’ lives and making human connections through fostering
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 8/31/10
Possibly rabid fox living in Germantown storm drain
by Meghan Tierney, The Gazette, 8/25/10
Montgomery County to break ground for animal shelter in Derwood
early next year; Building expected to be completed in 2012
by Mimi Liu, The Gazette, 8/18/10
Adventist HealthCare donates over one ton of food to
Montgomery County Humane Society
by Lisa Marie Czop, DC Animal Welfare Examiner, examiner.com, 8/10/10
Black cats shine in August at Montgomery County Humane Society
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 8/6/10
Pet cemetery grounds get face-lift
Photo and caption by Dan Gross, The Gazette (p. A-17, print only), 7/28/20
Cat foster finds happiness in fur-filled home
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 7/26/10
Giving homeless senior cats a helping hand
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 7/16/10
Food for furry friends
Photo and caption by Brian Lewis, The Gazette (print only), 7/14/10
Montgomery County foster cats of the month
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 7/13/10
Adopt a purrfect pair at Montgomery County Humane Society
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 7/8/10
Yappy Hours to benefit Montgomery County Humane Society
by Ashley Mcdaniel, DC Exotic Pets Examiner, examiner.com, 6/11/10
Romeo the cat: a love story
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 6/10/10
Montgomery County Humane Society celebrates Adopt-a-Cat Month
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 6/7/10
Five fabulous pitties available at Montgomery County Humane Society
by Barbara Karolchyk, DC Pit Bull Examiner, examiner.com, 6/3/10
Dogged fundraising makes big mitzvah for county trio
by Andre Taylor and Meghan Tierney, People and places, gazette.net, 6/2/10
Help homeless cats by walking your dog
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 5/31/10
Adoptable “Golden Oldie” cats at Montgomery County Humane Society
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 5/29/10
Paws in the Park annual dog walk
by Kelli Tolocka, DC Dog Places Examiner, examiner.com, 5/26/09
Mutts and Martinis in Bethesda
by Erica Moody, WUSA9, 5/11/10
2nd Washington, DC Week for the Animals May 29 - June 6, 2010
by Ashley Mcdaniel, DC Exotic Pets Examiner, examiner.com, 4/30/10
How to be a hero for cats: Provide a foster home
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 4/25/10
Special cats seek loving homes in Montgomery County
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 4/14/10
MoCo Humane Society
by Natasha Lim for Verizon FiOS TV Channel 1, Push Pause, 1/27/10
Germantown Girl Scouts collect items for humane society
by Melissa Chadwick, The Gazette, 1/13/10
Send your car to the dogs
by Michelle Critchell, DC Dogs Examiner, examiner.com, 1/11/10 |
Cats make great gifts! Or do they?
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 12/17/09
Quality foster care helps cats find forever homes
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 12/17/09
Humane Society misses goal of transferring pet cemetery;
Takeover for struggling Aspin Hill hoped for next year
by Margie Hyslop, The Gazette, 12/16/09
Have a heart (People and Places) (2nd item)
Patricia M. Murret, The Gazette, 12/9/09
(re Sher Polvinale – Humane Award)
Find the perfect senior cat in the DC region
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 11/19/09
by Meghan Tierney, The Gazette, 11/4/09
by Matt Johnson,
Johnson's Landscaping Service, Inc. 11/3/09
Holiday puts black cats in spotlight
by Margie Hyslop, The Gazette, 10/28/09
Cat care tips from a pro
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 10/23/09
Cat Care 101 in Montgomery County
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 10/19/09
Free microchipping for new adoptees
by Michelle Critchell, DC Dogs Examiner, examiner.com, 10/15/09
Chevy Chase artist to create mural of town’s dogs
by Andrew Ujifusa, The Gazette, 9/30/09
(May raise funds or supplies to support MCHS)
North Potomac 11-year-old publishes fantasy novel
by Brooke Kenny, The Gazette, 9/23/09
(Portion of proceeds from sales to benefit MCHS)
A purrfect match: Local shelters open house helps adopters find just the right cat
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 9/14/09
Feelin’ Feline? Find a new kitty companion this weekend
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 9/11/09 Adoptable Animals ‘On-Demand’
by Ansley LaBarre, Potomac Almanac, 9/10/09
Channel-surfing for a cat: Cable TV connects people with new animal companions
by Sarah Andrews, DC Cats Examiner, examiner.com, 9/3/09
Television Pet Adoptions 'On Demand'
(video) with Lindsay Mastis, W*USA9, 9/3/09
County’s animal shelter remains open; private rescue closing
Cris Bombaugh, Letter to the Editor, The Gazette, 8/19/09 Animal shelter closing (video)
with Mike Conneen, NewsTalk on News Channel 8, 8/14/09
Montgomery County’s Private Rescue to Close (video)
with Lindsay Mastis, W*USA9, 8/13/09 Humane Society Seeks Help for Recession-Stricken Pet Cemetery (video)
by Greta Kreuz, ABC 7 News, 7/2/09
Humane Society struggles to maintain pet cemetery
by Margie Hyslop, The Gazette, 7/1/09
Celebrity Pet Cemetery Struggles to Survive
Jackie Bensen on camera, Matthew Stabley online, NBC4, 7/1/09
Instead of presents, 9-year-old girl asks for donations to be sent to Humane Society
by Robert Dongu, The Gazette, 6/17/09
Hamster derby raises money for humane society
by Andrew Ujifusa, The Gazette, 6/3/09
by Erin Donaghue, The Gazette, 5/6/09
Humane Society Holds Art and Video Contests (2nd item)
The Washington Post, 4/2/09, Page GZ1 Education Notebook: Humane Society Holds Art and Video Contests (last item)
by Melissa Brachfield, The Gazette, 4/1/09 Art and Video Contest. Show Responsible Pet Ownership. Great Project for Kids
by Michelle Critchell, DC Dogs / DC Examiner, 3/25/09
Art Contest
posted by John Woestendiek, ohmidog! (blog), 3/25/09
Wagging Tails Thrift Store. Find a Treasure, Help Homeless Animals. Bargains!
by Michelle Critchell, DC Dogs / DC Examiner, 2/23/09 Potential New Owners Vie for Rescued Dogs from Alleged Puppy Mill
by Melissa Brachfeld on Gazette.net, 2/20/09
Puppy Rescue
Michael Jamal reporting, WUSA 9 News Now, 2/19/09
Rescued Puppies Need Homes
by Aaron Stern in the Potomac Almanac, 2/18/09
NC Puppy Mill Survivors Ready for Adoption in Mont. County. Photos!
by Michelle Critchell in DC Dogs Examiner, 2/18/09
County Humane Society Takes in 15 Rescued Dogs
by Melissa Brachfeld on Gazette.net, 2/13/09
Puppy Mill Bust Brings Battered Dogs to Rockville
Online story by Ashley E. Brown for NBCWashington.com,
2/12/09 with video reported by Miguel Almaguer for NBC 4
Puppy Mill Dogs Headed to a Better Life
For the Love of the Dog (blog), 2/12/09
Shelter Pups Play Again in Puppy Bowl V
by Gail Pennington, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, 2/1/09
Earning a pretty penny at the polls
The Gazette, 11/12/08
Discovery Staff Turns Out for Petfinder Adoption Event
Petfinder blog, 10/23/08
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