Help celebrate National Dog Day by adopting a loyal companion. The Tri County Animal Shelter is waiving all dog adoption fees on Wednesday Aug. 26 from noon to 5 p.m. If you can’t adopt a dog then celebrate by volunteering at the shelter, donating dog food or toys, or bringing special treats for the animals.
The Tri-County Animal Shelter is located at 6707 Animal Shelter Road in Hughesville. Shelter staff can be reached at 301-932-1713 or 800-903-1992. Adoption hours are Monday-Friday, noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
To view animals available for adoption, visit www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/es/animalshelter/tri-county-animal-shelter or http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/MD112.html to find your “purrfect” pet.
For more information call the shelter at 301-932-1713 or 800-903-1992. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258.