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Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS)

301 Stockholm Street
Baltimore MD 21230
Phone: (410) 396-4688
Fax: (410) 396-7332
Email:  info@baltimoreanimalshelter.org  
Website: www.baltimoreanimalshelter.org  

Function of Organization/ Mission:

Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, Inc. (BARCS), is a non-profit organization created in 2004. We work in conjunction with the Baltimore City Bureau of Animal Control. Together our mission is to protect animals from neglect, abuse and exploitation, to advocate their interests and welfare, and to inspire awareness and compassion for all living things.

Hours of Operation:

Mon - Fri (2:00 pm - 6 pm)
Sat & Sun (11 am - 4 pm)

Volunteer Opportunities:

Dog Walking
Cat Socialization
Assisting potential adopters
Staffing booths at community events
Office Work

Volunteer Requirements:

Volunteers MUST have their own health insurance and are required to have a current tetanus vaccination. BARCS can provide tetanus vaccinations free of charge on Wednesdays and must be arranged no later than 12 noon on the Monday before. Volunteers MUST attend a one hour general orientation and additional hours if you would like to work with dogs (4 additional hours) and cats (2 additional hours).  For upcoming orientation dates, contact center.


Additional Information:

Confidentiality Agreement
Volunteer Application
Emergency Contact Form
Directions 

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