Essex-Middle River Pets Who Need A Home: Buddy, Nellie, Buster & More

Do you want to add a furry friend to your family and do something good for the Essex-Middle River community at the same time? Maybe it’s finally time to adopt a pet! During the coronavirus pandemic, many animal shelters are still working to find forever homes for dozens of cats, dogs and other adorable critters coming through.

In the search for a lovable new companion, consider starting at a local shelter like The Maryland Spca, where Raven the cat is waiting patiently. If you aren’t sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed.

Here at Patch, with a little help from our friends at Petfinder, we round up a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you’re a dog person, you might like Buddy, a Pit Bull Terrier up for adoption. Or if cats are more your thing, there are several great cats available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.

Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to [email protected].

Name: Buddy
Species: Dog
Location: Pitties And Purrs, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “Hi! I’m Buddy! I am a big, oversized puppy and I love, love, love every person I’ve ever met. I’m…” Learn more

Name: Nellie
Species: Dog
Location: Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue, PO Box 65351, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Border Collie Sheep Dog Mix
Good With: Dogs and cats
Description: “Hi, I’m Nellie! I am a 5 year old, long haired border collie mix. I love blankets, walks, and hikes…” Learn more

Name: Buster
Species: Dog
Location: Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue, PO Box 65351, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Mix
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: “Buster needs to get out of PG county by Sunday 1/31 Buster is a sweet 4 year old pit mix,…” Learn more

Name: Bella Bean
Species: Dog
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: “Requirements: Best suited to a home without any small children. Requirements: Will need extra enrichment, obedience training, and adequate exercise….” Learn more

Name: Raven
Species: Cat
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Extra Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Sex: Female Age: Senior- 9 years old Energy Level: Low Preferred Handling: Tolerates being held Working On: Weight loss- she’s…” Learn more

Name: Petey
Species: Dog
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Treeing Walker Coonhound
Description: “Requirements: Petey’s needs for extra mental and physical stimulation are significantly higher than the average dog. Requirements: Would do best…” Learn more

Name: Chase
Species: Cat
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Requirements: Would do best in a quiet home- shy guy that’s not fond of loud noises or movements. No young…” Learn more

Name: Marcie
Species: Cat
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Medical Information: This old beauty is living with arthritis but seems to be doing well. Her condition should be managed…” Learn more

Name: Dusty
Species: Cat
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Requirements: Will need extra enrichment and exercise. Becomes quickly overstimulated. Best suited to a home without young children and without…” Learn more

Name: Blacksmith
Species: Cat
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Requirements: Best suited to a home with calm & gentle children. Sex: Male Age: Young Adult- 2 1/2 years old…” Learn more

Name: Tonka
Species: Dog
Location: The Maryland Spca, 3300 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, American Staffordshire Terrier
Description: “Requirements: Must go to a home with no children. Requirements: Will need extra enrichment and exercise. Sex: Male Age: Adult-…” Learn more

Name: Raja
Species: Dog
Location: Animal Allies Rescue Foundation Aarf, P.O. Box 6446, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever
Good With: Dogs and cats
Description: “Hi – My name is Raja and I am a new member of the AARF family. I am a young,…” Learn more

Name: Walter
Species: Dog
Location: Animal Allies Rescue Foundation Aarf, P.O. Box 6446, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Male, Maltese
Description: “Hi – My name is Walter and I am a new member of the AARF family. I am a 13…” Learn more

Name: 0121-80 Mittens
Species: Cat
Location: Best Friends In Harford County Inc, P.O. Box 258, Abingdon, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: 0121-67 Gloria
Species: Cat
Location: Best Friends In Harford County Inc, P.O. Box 258, Abingdon, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: HSHC Rain
Species: Cat
Location: Best Friends In Harford County Inc, P.O. Box 258, Abingdon, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Rain is a stunning 5-year old tabby boy with huge green eyes. He is a big sweetheart who loves affection…” Learn more

Name: Serafina
Species: Cat
Location: Humane Society Of Harford County, 2208 Connolly Road, Fallston, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Eight year old female $45” Learn more

Name: Amelia
Species: Cat
Location: Humane Society Of Harford County, 2208 Connolly Road, Fallston, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Three year old female $95” Learn more

Name: Frost
Species: Cat
Location: Humane Society Of Harford County, 2208 Connolly Road, Fallston, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Two year old female $95” Learn more

Name: Aspen
Species: Cat
Location: Humane Society Of Harford County, 2208 Connolly Road, Fallston, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Cricket
Species: Cat
Location: Humane Society Of Harford County, 2208 Connolly Road, Fallston, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “One year old female $95” Learn more

Name: Otto
Species: Cat
Location: Humane Society Of Harford County, 2208 Connolly Road, Fallston, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “One year old male $95” Learn more

Name: Durian (bonded with Elderberry)
Species: Rabbit
Location: Friends Of Rabbits, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Harlequin
Description: “DURIAN AND ELDERBERRY ARE A BONDED PAIR AND MUST BE ADOPTED TOGETHER! If you are in search of a pair…” Learn more

Name: Elderberry (bonded with Durian)
Species: Rabbit
Location: Friends Of Rabbits, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, American
Description: “ELDERBERRY AND DURIAN ARE A BONDED PAIR AND MUST BE ADOPTED TOGETHER! If you are in search of a pair…” Learn more

Name: Gracie
Species: Dog
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, German Shepherd Dog
Description: “My name is Gracie, I’m a nine and a half year old German Shepherd looking for my retirement home. I’ve…” Learn more

Name: Tinker
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Tabby
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Name: Cinnamon Sugar
Species: Dog
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever
Description: “Just like my name I’m a sweet girl once I warm up to you. I’ve been hanging out at the…” Learn more

Name: Dusty
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “I’m a sweet, senior that was surrendered due to no fault of my own. The shelter doesn’t have history of…” Learn more

Name: Stuffing
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Russian Blue Domestic Short Hair Mix
Description: “Hello, my name is Stuffing! I am a shy cat looking for a calm home to relax in. I mostly…” Learn more

Name: Dalton Sir
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: “**INDOOR ONLY-WORKING CAT** Hi, my name is Dalton! I’m currently living in a free-roaming cat room with 6-8 other cats,…” Learn more

Name: Billy Sir
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: “**INDOOR ONLY-WORKING CAT** Hi, my name is Billy! I don’t mind living with other kitties, in fact I came in…” Learn more

Name: Professor Buffington
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids
Description: “Professor Buffington is a nine year old, neutered male, buff orange and white tabby that tested positive for Feline Leukemia…” Learn more

Name: Pumba
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Siamese Tabby Mix
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: “Hi, my name is Pumba. Unfortunately, my owners were no longer able to care for me. I’m not letting it…” Learn more

Name: Kitchen
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “**WORKING CAT** I’m NOT social with humans and will not allow anyone to touch me. I’m looking for placement through…” Learn more

Name: Green
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “**WORKING CAT** Hi, my name is Green! The shelter staff are working with me currently and getting to know me….” Learn more

Name: Snowy
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “**WORKING CAT** Hi, my name is Snowy! The shelter staff are working with me currently and getting to know me….” Learn more

Name: Solar 2
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “**WORKING CAT** I’m NOT social with humans and will not allow anyone to touch me. I’m looking for placement through…” Learn more

Name: Paca
Species: Cat
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “**WORKING CAT** I’m NOT social with humans and will not allow anyone to touch me. I’m looking for placement through…” Learn more

Name: Cedric
Species: Dog
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Shepherd
Good With: Dogs
Description: “Hello! I’m a big baby and love to meet new people. I came into the shelter as a stray so…” Learn more

Name: Shy
Species: Dog
Location: Baltimore County Animal Services, 13800 manor rd, Baldwin, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: “***Special Needs – Waived Adoption Fee*** Hi, my name is Shy! Don’t let my name fool you, I’m actually a…” Learn more

Name: Haley
Species: Dog
Location: Needful Souls Dog Rescue, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Border Collie Labrador R
etriever Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “No Phone calls please!! Haley came to us as an owner surrender from Houston, TX. Haley has lived with 2…” Learn more

Name: Nita
Species: Dog
Location: Needful Souls Dog Rescue, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, German Spitz German Shepherd Dog Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: “Please read the full post before requesting an application. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Little Nita (Little Bear in Native American…” Learn more

Name: Ziggy
Species: Dog
Location: Needful Souls Dog Rescue, Baltimore, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Yorkshire Terrier Cairn Terrier Mix
Good With: Dogs
Description: “Please read this post in detail before requesting an adoption application! NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!! Ziggy was picked up as…” Learn more

Name: Bart
Species: Dog
Location: Fallston Animal Rescue Movement Inc, 2725 Fallston Road, Fallston, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Male, Pug
Good With: Dogs and cats
Description: “Bart is a special needs senior looking for a very special home. When Bart came to FARM it didn’t take…” Learn more

Name: Earl Grey
Species: Cat
Location: Rise Above Animal Rescue, Pasadena , MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Earl Grey loves affection, on his terms. We think he would make a great kitty for a quiet household. He…” Learn more

Name: Smeagol
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Leonidas
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Jimmy
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
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Name: Kuro Shiro
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Ruby
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
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Name: Penske
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Hope
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female,
Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Reed
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Nala
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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Name: Miss Pebbles
Species: Cat
Location: Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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