Every year, 3 million tons of fertilizers and 33,500 tons of synthetic pesticides are used on U.S. lawns to make them look “perfect”, but these chemicals end up in our waterways, air, are ingested by wildlife, and ultimately wreak havoc on our environment. The idea of pristine, manicured lawns originated in the 18th century as […]
A 7-year young male (fixed) cat needs a loving home ASAP. This mellow sweet cat got all his shots, tests, microchip as of today and is ready for a caring, loving home. He is mellow, zen, and cuddly. Please send me a message if interested and share with caring animal lovers to help him to […]
Over the past two years, the Animal Welfare Committee (AWC) and the Animal Control Officer (ACO) have reviewed this Chapter for recommended revisions that would make it be more current and more compatible with County animal management regulations as adopted in Chapter 102. The AWC has prepared a set of recommended revisions for Council discussion. […]
The holidays are here and we need to be careful not to share certain food and goodies with our pets. Foods and goodies that can cause discomfort and illness for our pets include: wrapped gifts containing food; chocolate (all types); baked goods containing grapes, raisins and currents; food and candies containing the artificial sweetener xylitol; […]
The City’s Animal Control and Animal Welfare Committee are having free rabies and microchip clinic for City pets! Come on Sunday, November 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Davis Hall to have your pets vaccinated against rabies and microchipped (to help return lost pets to their families). City residents must be able to […]
In 1997, the Prince George’s County Council passed breed specific legislation banning dogs described or resembling a pit bull terrier, such as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier or the American Pit Bull Terrier. Today, that antiquated ban is still in place. This legislation has not prevented the breeds–often friendly, loveable, family pets–from entering […]
Retractable leashes are popular among many dog owners and are sold in many pet stores but there are many unknown dangers associated with these types of leashes. Many of the leashes extend up to 26 feet and while this does give a dog a lot of freedom it can also put a dog in dangerous […]
County’s Foster Program is always looking for volunteers! This program helps give animals a second chance at finding their fur-ever home. Our next class is tomorrow, Saturday, January 26th at 9:30 am. For more information on the foster program, and to RSVP, call 301-780-7202. Animal Services Facility 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 […]
During the month of October, any dog adopted from the Prince George’s County Animal Shelter will have a reduced spay or neuter fee of $125 from the original price of $225. Dogs that are already spayed or neutered are free!
City of College Park Animal Control, in cooperation with the City’s Animal Welfare Committee, will be offering two free microchip clinics for City residents’ pets at the Hollywood Farmers Market on Saturday, July 28 Microchipping is a quick and pretty painless procedure that can help return pets to their families if lost. We encourage residents […]
Yesterday, the City held a community meeting to discuss the proposed dog park on 51st Avenue, between Eutaw Place and Fox Street in north College Park. Here is the Google street view of the proposed location: https://goo.gl/crKokL . About 30 residents attended the meeting. Most residents favored the proposed north College Park dog park at this location. Back […]
Today at the Downtown Farmers Market, the City of College Park Animal Control will offer FREE microchipping for dogs and cats for City residents (or only $20 for non-residents). Microchipping is a quick and pretty painless procedure that can help return pets to their families if lost. We encourage residents to bring their furry family […]
City’s Animal Control is waiving all adoption fees for cats and kittens during the month of July. As part of the Maryland 2,000, an effort to save more cats by eliminating adoption fees, 18 Maryland animal shelters are waiving fees for feline adoption this month and the City is participating. For more information, please contact […]
The July 4th weekend creates a “perfect storm” for missing pets. Statistics show that more dogs are lost over the 4th of July holiday than any other time of the year. Public and neighborhood fireworks displays, open doors and distractions at family gatherings are common reasons for a pet’s disappearance. Additionally, many pets are lost […]
Dr. Fazlul Kabir is a five-term City Council Member of the City of College Park District 1.