Reuniting Pets with their People
If your pet has found themself at our shelter, please take the following steps:
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Whether you saw your pet posted to our Facebook page or you believe they may be at our shelter, give us a call at 410-778-3648 to confirm they’re with us.
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When you’re on your way to reclaim your pet, please bring a leash or cat carrier and proof of current rabies vaccination. If your pet is not up to date on their vaccines, you will have two weeks to provide proof that the vaccine was given.
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Fees may apply to reclaim your pet, including a $25 fee for microchip if your pet does not already have one.
Stray animals become shelter property and are adoptable to the general public if not reclaimed within 7 days.
Please call 410-778-3648 if you have questions.
Reclaim Requirements
& Fees
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First Occurrence $50
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Second Occurrence $100
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After the third impoundment, the animal will be spayed or neutered in accordance with Kent County Ordinance 64-5 B
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Boarding Fee $25/day, per animal
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Rabies Provided by a Vet
You will be required to submit proof of rabies vaccination within two weeks of the date of reclaim
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County License $5-10
1 year county license will be required for reclaim of a dog. Fees for license are: $5.00 for an altered animal; $10.00 for an unaltered animal
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Microchip $25
Required for animal release
