PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter will remain closed to the public through Monday, May 13, to provide veterinarian care and assessments to dogs rescued in an animal control investigation. The shelter will reopen to the public on Tuesday, May 14, by appointment only for meet and greets with potential adopters.
Calvert County Animal Services removed more than 70 dogs from a residence in Calvert County on Thursday, May 8, 2024. Because this is an ongoing investigation, additional details are unable to be released at this time.
During the closure, the shelter will remain accessible for emergencies and intakes for stray animals but will not be open for adoptions or owner surrenders, unless special accommodations are made for surrenders by contacting the shelter directly at 410-535-7387.
Animal Control officers are not impacted by the closure and have normal hours of operation. For questions or concerns related to Animal Control services, contact 410-535-1600, ext. 2526.
“The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter remains committed to finding loving forever homes for all the animals in our care,” said Public Safety Director Dave McDowell. “An investigation like this involves a great deal of time, attention and workload. This is a collaborative effort and we will rely heavily on our community during this time. The shelter and staff are appreciative of the ongoing support as we work toward a positive outcome for these animals.”
The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter encourages residents to consider adoption or fostering animals in need when the shelter reopens. Animals will also be available for rescue pull.
The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter, located at 5055 Hallowing Point Road, in Prince Frederick, is an open-admission animal shelter managed by the Animal Shelter Division of the Calvert County Department of Public Safety. Contact 410-535-7387 for inquires or to schedule an intake appointment. For updates on available animals, how you can help, and more information about adopting from the Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter, visit www.CalvertCountyAnimalShelter.com.
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