The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) in Derwood reopened for onsite adoptions of all animals.
The shelter has been closed to the public since the beginning of May due to an outbreak of Canine Influenza Virus (CIV). CIV is a respiratory disease caused by a specific strain of type A influenza virus.
All dogs who contracted CIV have since recovered. They remained in isolation for 28 days, as dogs can shed CIV for as long as four weeks.
The building is not fully clear of CIV, so the center remains closed for all but essential intakes and adoptions. Essential intakes include those for sick and injured animals and dogs that pose a threat to public safety.
Tips on locating the owner of lost pets can be found on the Center’s Found a Pet (montgomerycountymd.gov) page. MCASAC will provide finders of lost pets who are willing to foster with the necessary supplies to care for the animal until the owner can be located or other placement options are determined.
Available animals can be viewed on the website here. Adoption fees are waived for all animals.
