5 Things to Know Today, Dec. 6, In Montgomery County
Today is Monday, Dec. 6 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Pet Night with Santa: Westfield Wheaton is inviting pet owners to bring their furry… Read More
Pets
County Humane Society Accepting Entries for ‘Howl-o-ween’ Pet Costume Contest
The Montgomery County Humane Society is accepting entries for the 2021 Howl-o-ween pet costume contest now through Friday, Oct. 22 at midnight. Pet costume contests have been a holiday mainstay… Read More
Montgomery County Animal Services Reduces Fees to ‘Clear the Shelter’
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) will participate in the nationwide Clear the Shelters event from now through Sept. 19. During the event, fees to adopt a… Read More
Montgomery County Issues Hyperthermia Alert Wednesday
Montgomery County is under a Hyperthermia Alert from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday. The county issues the alert when temperatures/heat index is forecast to be at least 95 degrees. This creates… Read More
County Under Hyperthermia Alert; Temperatures Expected to Reach 90s
Montgomery County is under a Hyperthermia Alert from noon to 7 p.m. on Tuesday. The County issues a Hyperthermia Alert when the temperature and/or heat index is projected to reach 95… Read More
Elrich: This Weekend We Celebrate Being ‘Freer From the Virus Than We’ve Been”
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich says this Independence Day will be freer than the last. “This weekend we’re celebrating being a little bit freer from the virus than we’ve been,”… Read More
Montgomery County under Hyperthermia Alert Beginning Monday at Noon
Montgomery County is under a Hyperthermia Alert from noon-7 p.m. Monday. A Hyperthermia Alert is issued by the county when temperatures/heat index is forecast to be at least 95 degrees,… Read More
Westwood Pet Center in Bethesda Closes After 42 Years
After 42 years in business, Westwood Pet Center will close its doors on June 30. The store, located in the Westwood Shopping Center in Bethesda, has been family-owned and operated… Read More
Montgomery County’s Animal Services and Adoption Center Ends COVID Restraints
On Sunday, the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center in Derwood returned to its normal operations for the first time since March of 2020. The hours of operation are… Read More
County’s Safety Net Program Aids Pet Owners Needing Temporary Care
The Montgomery County Office of Animal Services now is offering temporary care for residents facing eviction, domestic violence or hospitalization. The Safety Net Foster program is designed to help pet… Read More
Photos: Montgomery County Pups Honored for International Dog Day
We asked our social media followers to send us photos of their dogs in honor of International Dog Day. Here’s a look at the good boys and girls of Montgomery… Read More
To Help Clear Shelters, County Adoption Center Cuts Fees by 50% Throughout August
Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center is officially back open and is celebrating its annual Clear the Shelters event—but this time—all month long. Throughout August, pet fees will be cut… Read More