Pet Care & Education
Prince George’s County Animal Services offers valuable pet care education, resources, and programs to help residents be responsible and informed pet owners.
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Pet Food Pantries
- LOVEPAWS Pet Pantry (lovepawspg.org) or call (301) 615-1198
- Humane Rescue Alliance
- Bowie Claw for residents of Bowie, contact bowieclaw@gmail.com
Low-Cost Spay/Neuter
- Spay Spot located inside PGASD; call (301) 254-8151 to schedule an appointment
- PG SPCA located in Forestville: www.pgspca.org or call (301) 262-5625
- Spay Now located in Laurel: www.spaynow.com or call (301) 483-7080
- More information for services offered in surrounding jurisdictions on our Spaying & Neutering page.
Low-Cost Shot Clinics
- PG SPCA is located in Forestville. Visit www.pgspca.org or call (301) 262-5625 . Clinics are held on the first Sunday of every month.
- Humane Rescue Alliance: www.humanerescuealliance.org. Clinics are held by appointment only on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Check the organization's website for updates.
- Check with the PGC Health Department for announcements on events this department holds annually.
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Events
The Animal Services Division (ASD) hosts a variety of educational classes and workshops throughout the year.
Pet Parenting Classes
Learn what it takes to be a responsible pet owner and a great family host to a four-legged friend for a lifetime. This one-hour presentation, including a question-and-answer (Q&A), will cover time, cost, food, toys, medical, safety, and social issues.
Classes will meet the first Saturday of each month at 12 p.m. throughout 2024!
Call 301-780-7200, option 6, to register for this FREE class. Walk-ins welcomed.
Rabbit Handling and Care Class
This hour-long class will cover the handling and care of rabbits, diet, how to clean enclosures, and more for anyone interested in adopting rabbits/bunnies.
RSVPs are preferred; walk-ins are welcome. For more information and to RSVP, please email Marilyn Perez at MPPerez@co.pg.md.us.
Presentations
ASD offers several diverse presentations promoting a healthy and respectful attitude towards animals and respect for all living beings. These presentations are free of charge to schools and civic and community associations throughout the County. The program topics include:
- Animal Overpopulation-Spay/Neuter Services
- Pet Care
- Proper Care of Household Pets
- Safety Around Animals
Our professional staff will help you choose a suitable topic and presentation for your group. If you want to schedule a presentation, please call the Volunteer Coordinator at 301-780-7200.
Tours
In addition to the presentations, ASD also offers tours of the Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center. The tours last approximately 20 minutes and consist of a walk through our facility. During the tour, participants may be able to hold some kittens and puppies and ask questions. To schedule a tour, please call the Community Outreach Coordinator at 301-780-7200 and select option "6."
ICYMI - Pet Listening Session
The Animal Services Division held a public listening session to provide information on the programs, services, and resources available at the Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center and the rules for owning a dog in the County. If you missed it, view the links below.