Humane Society of Wicomico County

5130 Citation Drive Salisbury, Maryland 21804

Dogs & Cats

About this shelter

Humane Society of Wicomico County in Salisbury, MD

The Humane Society of Wicomico County is a humane society located in Salisbury, Maryland, about 40 miles north of Milford, Delaware, and one other animal shelter or rescue also serves Wicomico County. Its mission is dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk animals and matching pets with their furever families while providing premier temporary care and shelter for the animals in the community, caring for both dogs and cats available for adoption. The shelter relies heavily on foster families and volunteers, especially during periods of overcrowding, and offers services such as spay/neuter and immunization clinics, a food bank, trap rentals, and euthanasia and cremation services. It has earned the 2024 Candid Gold certification for transparency and is supported by local businesses and community partners in the Salisbury area.

Before you go

Adopting from Humane Society of Wicomico County

Adoption process

Applicants must be at least 21 and not living in student housing; you fill out an online (or printed) adoption application, which takes up to 24 hours to process, after which the shelter schedules a visit with the pet, and all household members and any resident dogs must come in for an in-person meet-and-greet before final approval.

Service area: Wicomico County, Maryland (Salisbury area)
County: Wicomico County
Animals served: Dogs & Cats