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September 2026
HenPals Adoption Event
Chicken lovers, unite! The Humane Society of Harford County is excited to host our first hen re-homing event with HenPals Network! HenPals helps commercial laying hens transition from large-scale farms into adoptive homes—where they can enjoy life as backyard companions. Hens are 18-month-old ISA Browns, fully-vaccinated and are still regularly laying eggs. Most of these hens will adapt quickly to backyard life, and it’s recommended to adopt between 3 and 20 hens at this event. Apply For Your Hens If you’ve…
Find out more »Summer of Love: Pet Adoption Store
Get ready for peace, love, and pets sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka! This summer, five Maryland animal shelters—The Humane Society of Harford County, BARCS, Maryland SPCA, Baltimore Humane Society, and Baltimore County Animal Services—are teaming up for a lifesaving mission that’s all about good vibes and second chances. Every weekend, a different shelter takes over our pop-up adoption store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh to help cats, dogs and even a few small critters find their forever homes. Swing…
Find out more »Closed for Labor Day
In observance of the Labor Day holiday, the shelter will be closed to the public on Monday, September 7, 2026. If you experience an animal-related emergency today (or any day/time when we’re not open), please contact Harford County Animal Control at 410-638-3505 or the Harford County Sheriff’s Office at 410-838-6600. We regret any inconvenience and will reopen at 11AM on Tuesday, 9/8/26.
Find out more »Yappy Hour at Watchtower Brewing
Raise a glass and wag some tails at the Humane Society of Harford County’s Yappy Hour at Watchtower Brewing Company in Aberdeen! 🍻🐾 Join us on Sunday, September 13, from 12–3 p.m. for an afternoon of craft brews, furry friends, and family-friendly fun. Bring your leashed and friendly pup and relax on Watchtower’s shaded outdoor patio while enjoying… adoptable dogs exciting raffles a food truck games activities for the kiddos delicious pup cups HSHC merchandise more! Whether you’re looking to…
Find out more »Summer of Love: Pet Adoption Store
Get ready for peace, love, and pets sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka! This summer, five Maryland animal shelters—The Humane Society of Harford County, BARCS, Maryland SPCA, Baltimore Humane Society, and Baltimore County Animal Services—are teaming up for a lifesaving mission that’s all about good vibes and second chances. Every weekend, a different shelter takes over our pop-up adoption store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh to help cats, dogs and even a few small critters find their forever homes. Swing…
Find out more »October 2026
Darlington Apple Festival
The Humane Society of Harford County has a booth at the Darlington Apple Festival on Saturday, October 3rd from 10am – 5pm. Come visit us and shop our selection of t-shirts, tanks, magnets, coffee, ball caps, jewelry, pet supplies, and more! All purchases benefit homeless animals at the shelter. Talk to our representatives about adoption, volunteering, fostering and all the other ways you can help homeless animals in Harford County!
Find out more »Maryland State BBQ Bash
Our volunteers are ready to pour you a cold one in the beer and wine garden at this year’s Maryland BBQ Bash on Saturday, October 10th! The event will take place in the parking lot of the Mary Risteau District Court Building at 2 South Bond Street in downtown Bel Air, MD. Please stop by and say hello to our hard-working volunteers who are “working” for tips which will benefit the animals at the shelter. Admission into the MD State…
Find out more »Quarter Auction
Join us for a Quarter Auction to support homeless animals on Friday, October 16, 2026 at the Riverside Community Center in Belcamp! Tickets are $5 each and include 3 paddles. If you’d like more paddles, you can buy more at the door on October 16th. Doors open at 6pm and the fun begins at 7pm! Bring your quarters, but we’ll also have extra rolls of quarters available for purchase. Lite dinner fare, snacks, beverages and homemade baked goods will be…
Find out more »Blessing of the Pets
Bring your four-legged friends to St. Matthew Lutheran Church for a special Blessing of the Pets on Saturday, October 17 at 11AM! While you’re there, meet some of the adorable adoptable pets from the Humane Society of Harford County and learn more about the animals looking for loving homes. 📅 Saturday, October 17 ⏰ 11 a.m. 📍 St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Rd., Bel Air, MD 21014 Please note: For the safety of all involved, pets must be…
Find out more »Belle Aire Market
Stop by to see the Humane Society of Harford County at the Belle Aire Market in historic downtown Bel Air on Sunday, October 18th from 9am-2pm! The market takes place in the parking lot next to Das Bierhalle, 121 S. Main Street, Bel Air, MD 21014. Shop for Humane Society gear – t-shirts, tanks, magnets, hats, etc. – as well as other hand-crafted items. All proceeds benefit animals at the shelter! The Belle Aire Market is a seasonal open-air market…
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