Montgomery County Humane Society
Non-profit OrganizationsMaryland, United States11-50 Employees
The Montgomery County Humane Society is a non-profit animal welfare organization based in Rockville, Maryland, that focuses on rescuing cats and dogs from overcrowded public shelters and connecting them with adoptive homes. Operating as a private, no-kill rescue, it provides adoption services, post-adoption support, humane education for all ages, and outreach programs aimed at helping pet owners care for their animals and foster a more humane community. The organization serves individuals and families seeking new pets and relies on private funding to sustain its operations, emphasizing socialization, enrichment, and long-term pet retention beyond the shelter system. In addition to its rescue and adoption work, MCHS engages in partnerships and community initiatives, such as collaborations with cultural organizations to support its mission of rescue, adoption, affordable pet care, and humane education. The entity positions itself within the non-profit sector focusing on animal welfare in Montgomery County, with a stated aim of providing animals a new chance at a happy life.