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November 2025
Jam the Van
Join us for a paw-some donation drive at Redner’s Market in Joppatowne! We need YOUR HELP to jam our van full of essential supplies to keep our community pet food pantry well stocked as we enter the holiday season. 🐾 When: Friday, November 21st | 12 pm – 3 pm 📍 Where: Redner’s Market – 1002 Joppa Farm Rd, Joppatowne, MD 21085 These donation drives also play an important role in keeping our shelter stocked with the everyday essentials we…
Find out more »Brewery Crawl
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Come aboard the bus and leave the driving to JDT Transportation on Saturday, November 22nd as you depart for 3 local breweries in support of animals: Independent Brewing Hopkins Brewery Slate Farm Brewery Sounds super fun, right? Meet the bus at Independent Brewery in Bel Air and depart on your tour at 12PM. The tour lasts approximately 6 hours and will return to Independent at 6pm. Tickets include your transportation and one beer at each…
Find out more »Find Your New Best Friend at PetSmart!
Mashed potatoes, stuffing, or green bean casserole? We don’t know about you, but our favorite side is…FURRY! Find your irresistible new sidekick on Saturday, November 22nd from 12–4 PM at PetSmart Abingdon! Come meet some of our adorable adoptable pets who are ready to find their forever families — from playful pups to cuddly cats, there’s a perfect match waiting just for you. 🐶🐱 Whether you’re looking to adopt, support, or simply get some puppy love, this event is for…
Find out more »Thanksgiving Day: Closed
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! The Humane Society of Harford County will be CLOSED on Thursday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday. If you find a stray or injured animal and are able, please transport it to Animal Emergency Hospital, 722 Baltimore Pike, Bel Air, MD 21014. If you find a stray or injured animal are are unable to approach or contain it, please contact the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Unit at 410-638-3505 or the Harford County Sheriff’s Office at 410-838-6600.…
Find out more »Putt Putt for Pups
🎄⛳ Come out to Jurassic Golf & Arcade for a fun event that helps the animals! For just a $5 donation, you’ll get: ✨ A holiday ornament craft 🎅 A visit from a special holiday guest ⛳ A coupon to play indoor mini golf at a discounted rate And the best part? All proceeds directly support the pups, cats, and critters at HSHC — helping provide food, medical care, and warm beds during the coldest time of year. Your afternoon…
Find out more »Pet Photos with Santa
Bring your furry friends for Pet Photos with Santa on Saturday, November 29th from 11AM–2PM at Route 24 Ale House (2A Bel Air South Parkway, Bel Air). 📸 $10 per photo — and 100% of proceeds help the animals at the Humane Society of Harford County! This festive event is part of our Deck the Paws celebration, featuring: Bow Tie Atticus Humane Society of Harford County Kara’s K9 Waffle Treats Schuh Box Photography Valentines Valuables Bring your pets, enjoy the…
Find out more »December 2025
Early Closure for Staff Appreciation
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! The Humane Society of Harford County will be OPEN ONLY from 11am-12pm on Friday, December 5th. After 12pm, the shelter will be closed for a staff holiday party. If you find a stray or injured animal and are able, please transport it to Animal Emergency Hospital, 722 Baltimore Pike, Bel Air, MD 21014. If you find a stray or injured animal are are unable to approach or contain it, please contact the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control…
Find out more »Paws & Get Inked for the Animals — Holiday Edition!
Get festive and make a difference this holiday season! Join us at Dark Raven Tattoo & Piercing Company on Sunday, December 7th for a special walk-in tattoo event benefiting the homeless pets at the Humane Society of Harford County! 💉🐶🐱 ✨ Tattoos start at just $35 (plus tip) — every festive flash helps give our shelter pets the gift of a second chance. Whether it’s your first tattoo or another addition to your collection, this is the perfect way to…
Find out more »Wine Glass Paint Night
Paint, sip, and celebrate! 🎨🍷 Join us Tuesday, December 16 at 6:30pm at Independent Brewing to paint your own pet-themed wine glass, with both holiday and non-holiday designs to choose from. Your instructor is Creative Concepts by Trish. Tickets are $35 each and include one complimentary drink voucher. Come create something cute—and support a great cause!
Find out more »Christmas Holiday
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! The Humane Society of Harford County will be CLOSED from Wednesday, December 24th at 3PM thru Friday, December 26 at 11AM for the Christmas holiday. If you find a stray or injured animal and are able, please transport it to Animal Emergency Hospital, 722 Baltimore Pike, Bel Air, MD 21014. If you find a stray or injured animal are are unable to approach or contain it, please contact the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Unit at 410-638-3505…
Find out more »New Years Holiday
HAPPY NEW YEAR! The Humane Society of Harford County will be CLOSED from Wednesday, December 31st at 3PM thru Friday, January 2nd at 11AM for the New Years holiday. If you find a stray or injured animal and are able, please transport it to Animal Emergency Hospital, 722 Baltimore Pike, Bel Air, MD 21014. If you find a stray or injured animal are are unable to approach or contain it, please contact the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Unit…
Find out more »January 2026
Dog Training Classes
The Humane Society of Harford County is pleased to offer dog training classes through our partner, Mutt Magic Training Services. Eight-week group classes are offered right here at the shelter! The next class begins on Saturday, January 10, 2026 and will run for 8 weeks. Choose from one of the following: S.T.A.R. Puppy Course from 10:30am-11:30am: If your puppy is 4-8 months old, enroll in this class. Start your puppy off on the right paw! Each session is half obedience,…
Find out more »Dog Training Classes
The Humane Society of Harford County is pleased to offer dog training classes through our partner, Mutt Magic Training Services. Eight-week group classes are offered right here at the shelter! The next class begins on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 and will run for 8 weeks. Choose from one of the following: S.T.A.R. Puppy Course from 6pm-7pm: If your puppy is 4-8 months old, enroll in this class. Start your puppy off on the right paw! Each session is half obedience,…
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