Derwood

AC Outage Prompts Urgent Call for Short-Term Fosters at Overcrowded Animal Shelter

By Patrick Herron
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center at 7315 Muncaster Mill Rd in Derwood is urgently seeking short-term foster homes for dogs and cats as rising temperatures inside its near-capacity shelter pose a risk to the animals. A mechanical issue is affecting the building’s cooling system, and temporary fosters are needed to keep pets safe and comfortable until repairs are completed.

Montgomery County Animal Services posted the following on Monday evening:

‼️ URGENT: Short-Term Fosters Needed for Shelter Animals ‼️
It’s hot, and we need your help caring for the animals in our facility. The Department of General Services is working to resolve a mechanical issue inside our building. But until repairs are complete, we need your help to keep our pets safe and cool.
Montgomery County Animal Services & Adoption Center is nearing capacity, and the rising temperatures inside are putting animals at risk. We’re urgently seeking short-term foster homes for dogs and cats.
✅ We provide all veterinary care
✅ We can provide supplies—but if you’re able to help with basics, it’s greatly appreciated
✅ You provide a safe, loving space
✅ Fostering can be just a few days
✅ The process to become a foster is simple—and the reward is great!
Even a weekend foster makes a difference. You’ll give a shelter pet a much-needed break from the heat and help us free up space during this critical time.
These pets are incredibly resilient and grateful. Many of them just want a quiet place to rest and someone to show them kindness. In return, they bring comfort, joy, companionship—and often, a little healing to the hearts of their foster families. 💞
📞 Call us: 240-773-5900
Thank you for supporting your community shelter.
💛 Be a lifeline. Be a foster. 🐾