Business Details
Trusted Animal Rescue and Adoption Services in Rockville, MD
Founded with a mission to end animal homelessness, Montgomery County Humane Society has dedicated decades to rescuing pets, facilitating adoptions, and strengthening the bond between animals and families. Our comprehensive programs include low-cost veterinary clinics, pet food distribution, and community education initiatives. With a team of experienced professionals and hundreds of volunteers, we provide spaying/neutering services, vaccination clinics, and microchipping to address pet overpopulation. Our outreach extends to underserved communities through mobile services and partnerships with local organizations.Transparency remains central to our operations, with annual financial reports publicly available to maintain donor trust. Through strategic collaborations and evidence-based practices, we've become a regional leader in humane animal welfare solutions. Our adoption process prioritizes long-term pet-owner compatibility through thorough screening and educational resources. By combining compassionate care with proactive community engagement, we've placed thousands of animals into loving homes while advocating for responsible pet ownership.
Services
Animal Rescue
Pet Adoption
Spaying/Neutering
Vaccination Clinics
Pet Food Pantry
Community Outreach
Micro-chipping
Adoption Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive pet care services including low-cost veterinary clinics and adoption programs
- Our team includes certified veterinary professionals with decades of combined animal welfare experience
- We maintain transparent operations with publicly available annual financial reports
- Our adoption process prioritizes long-term pet-owner compatibility through thorough screening
- We provide community-based solutions through mobile clinics and local partnerships
Services
Pet Adoption
Our adoption program connects homeless pets with loving families through a comprehensive process. We provide medical screening, behavioral assessments, and adoption counseling to ensure successful placements. All adopted animals receive vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and microchipping before going to their new homes.
Spaying/Neutering
We offer affordable spaying and neutering services to control pet overpopulation. Our veterinary team performs these procedures using modern techniques and equipment. This service includes pre-surgical examination, anesthesia, and post-operative care instructions for pet owners.
Vaccination Clinics
Our clinics provide essential vaccinations to protect pets against common diseases. Services include rabies, distemper, and feline leukemia vaccines. We follow veterinary guidelines to ensure proper immunization schedules for both cats and dogs.
Pet Food Pantry
This program distributes pet food to families facing financial hardship. We provide unexpired, high-quality food to help maintain the human-animal bond during difficult times. The service operates on a donation-based model with community support.
Community Outreach
We conduct educational initiatives about responsible pet ownership and animal welfare. Programs include school visits, community workshops, and partnerships with local organizations. Our outreach focuses on preventing pet abandonment through awareness and support.
People
Cris Bombaugh
President & CEO
With a career in marketing communications, Cris transitioned to animal welfare leadership, bringing strategic vision to MCHS operations and community engagement initiatives.
Lisa Kingsley
Board Chair
An MBA graduate from Wharton School, Lisa contributes financial expertise and operational leadership to guide MCHS's organizational strategy and fiscal management.
Piper Mofatt
Vice Chair
As a long-time MCHS supporter, Piper offers business acumen and community connections to advance the organization's mission through effective governance.
Pamela Easson
Secretary
A federal agency branch chief, Pamela brings regulatory expertise and administrative leadership to support MCHS's compliance and operational frameworks.
Rick Bellman
Treasurer
With 16 years of volunteer experience, Rick provides financial oversight and program development expertise to ensure MCHS's sustainable growth and impact.
Questions
How do I adopt a pet from MCHS?
Visit our adoption center between 11am-4:30pm daily, meet available pets, complete an application, and participate in our screening process to ensure proper pet-owner matching.
What services are included in pet adoption fees?
Adoption fees include spaying/neutering, vaccinations, flea prevention, microchipping, and registration for all adopted animals.
Does MCHS offer financial assistance for pet care?
We provide a pet food pantry for families in need and operate low-cost veterinary clinics to make essential care more accessible to the community.
How can I volunteer with MCHS?
Complete our volunteer application to participate in animal care, events, thrift store operations, or community outreach programs based on your interests and skills.
What community programs does MCHS offer?
We provide mobile clinics, educational workshops, seasonal pet food drives, and partnerships with local organizations to address animal welfare needs countywide.
How are donations used by MCHS?
Donations support animal rescue operations, medical care for shelter pets, community education programs, and our pet food assistance initiatives.
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Reviews (4)
Patricia R.
Jun 09, 2022
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Poor service from the moment I walked in. Talk about bad first impressions. I went to donate food, and I was greeted by an older white lady saying you can't bring your dog in( no sign anywhere advising on this). As I am struggling to balance the cans of donated food, she kept repeating/yelling this. Her approach was overall rude and made me want to take my food elsewhere, but I thought of the dogs not her. I was disappointed.
D. W.
Feb 17, 2022
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They are doing great things helping the community when people are having a hard time keeping their pets fed. I commend them on everything they do.
Pr Katz
Feb 14, 2022
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They take excellent care of the animals. I am a proud adopter, and I try to donate when I can. They are a no-kill shelter, so extremely deserving of support.
Anne Radway
Oct 14, 2021
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Very friendly staff. My dog got neutered here for a very inexpensive price. Also got a microchip and nail trimming. I would definitely recommend this place. The veterinarian clinic will charge you triple and probably not even do as good.
