Subsidized Spay/Neuter Programs:

Spaying and neutering are critical steps in eliminating the need for euthanizing healthy, adoptable pets.

In February 2009, our Quick Fix for cats program spayed and neutered more than 600 male and female cats, preventing the birth of thousands of unwanted animals.

Our year-round Pet Overpopulation Prevention program offers low-income county residents an affordable way to have their cats and dogs spayed or neutered.

Humane Education:
Individuals of all ages who learn how to care for animals become good pet owners and responsible citizens.
Puppy parenting, dog obedience training and various Humane Education sessions are held year round at our offices.
Our volunteers also speak at schools and clubs of audiences, helping to foster the link between animal empathy and responsible pet care.

Pet Bereavement:
Professors and graduate students from Hood College's Department of Thanatology are available to meet in evening sessions at the FCHS offices with owners who have suffered the loss of a pet.
Sessions are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.

Rabies and Microchip Clinics:
Clinics are held at our facility quarterly. The March 2009 clinic administered rabies shots to 162 dogs and cats, at the nominal fee of only $6. In addition, microchips (implanted permanent IDs) are available for dogs, cats and ferrets.
Pets receiving this high-tech ID are entered into a nationwide database, making return of lost pets to their owners virtually guaranteed.
Frederick County pet licenses are also available.

Emergency Pet Food Bank:

The FCHS offers a year-round pet food bank, with canned and bag food, and cat litter, for people needing temporary assistance with feeding their pets. We rely on donations from the general public, area businesses and clubs and organizations to keep the shelves stocked for those in need.

Medical Emergency Assistance:
Pets facing a medical crisis whose owners have financial challenges can receive assistance through this program.