Welcome to Our New Location

We are proud to announce that Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is now officially located in Harford County, Maryland! 🎉🎉🎉

It has been very busy the last few weeks as we moved all the fosters, along with the resident Chihuahuas, to our new, beautiful home in Abingdon, Maryland.

We now have a half acre for the dogs to enjoy, a split rail fence that is secured with wire mesh, and are currently building an outdoor kennel to keep the little ones safe from hawks and other predators while outside. We even have an amazing outdoor space to hold adoption meetings!

Send us a message on Facebook to meet our adoptable animals.

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Abingdon, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue grow, and rescue animals in need.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Welcome Tiny Tim to Humphrey House

Tiny Tim flew in from Texas on Wednesday and boy are his legs tired 😂 Okay, that joke was a little...chi-sy. 🤣 Hello? Is this thing on?? 🎤

Tiny Tim came to us through several life saving rescue partners. Rose, with The Rueben and Abbi Project arranged for his rescue, and even fostered him until his flight out of Texas. Elaine, with the Southwest Animal Transport Team was generous enough to accompany Tiny Tim on his flight to Maryland. I can't thank these amazing woman enough for the difference they make in the lives of the animals they help save.

Tiny Tim is a 10+ year old male Chihuahua that currently weighs just over 5 pounds. He was originally found wandering the streets of Texas when a good samaritan stepped in to get him the help he needed.

Tiny Tim only has 1 tooth, but that tooth is so infected that it needs to be pulled. He has an appointment on Tuesday to address and evaluate the full extent of his dental disease. Afterwards, Tiny Tim will be looking for a loving retirement home to spend his golden years.

Send us a message on Facebook to meet this sweet little guy.

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for pups like Tiny Tim.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Welcome Sebastian to Humphrey House

Sebastian is single and ready to mingle.

Sebastian was surrendered a few weeks ago with his wife Ginger and their 3 beautiful pups. Although they have spent their whole lives together, they have decided that it's time for everyone to go their separate ways.

Sebastian is a 6 year old Chihuahua that weighs 8 pounds. He has a big personality tucked inside that cute little body. He can be nervous initially meeting new people but warms up to be a sweet, playful cuddlebug.

Sebastian can be dominant with male dogs, but wouldn't mind shacking up with a furry female. He has been held down by leashes and pee pads for most of his life. Sebastian would love to spread his wings and run free in a fenced in yard.

Sebastian is current on vaccines. His 4Dx test was negative. He is scheduled to be neutered on Friday. No more kids for this handsome stud. He will also be microchipped and get a pawdicure.

Send us a message on Facebook to meet this sweet bachelor.

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for puppy mill pups like Sebastian.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Welcome Ginger to Humphrey House

It's time to officially welcome Ginger to Humphrey House for Homeless Animals!

Ginger arrived almost 3 weeks ago with her husband and their 3 adult pups. Ginger was extremely nervous at the time. She was protective of her husband, often sitting in front of him so no one else could touch him. She was also very dominant with her children, constantly correcting them. She was so protective of her family, that we had to use bite gloves to handle her at the vet.

You see, Ginger was a result of an arranged marriage. Ginger and Sebastian were purchased together as young pups from a puppy mill in Pennsylvania. Before they knew it, Ginger was pregnant...then pregnant again. They now have 3 beautiful babies, Jasper, Pup-Pup, and Lily.

Now that the kids are grown, Ginger and Sebastian are getting a divorce. It's best for everyone. Sebastian and the kids need their independence, and Ginger deserves some time to focus on herself.

What does every woman do when starting a new chapter in life??? Have a spa day!!! Ginger had a bath, haircut, and her nails done. She looks great and feels fabulous! We're so proud of her for making this transformation.

Ginger is ready to move on with her life. She is looking for a human companion that can pay the bills and put food on the table. She looks forward to long walks and cuddling on the sofa watching movies. Her days of raising children are behind her. Ginger would love a quiet retirement home without young kids. Starting over is scary. Ginger will need a patient, loving home to help her through this life transition.

Ginger is a 6 year old Jack Russell Terrier that currently weighs 22 pounds. She is ready to get fit and lose a few pounds though. Send us a message on Facebook to meet this beautiful girl.

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for puppy mill pups like Ginger.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Welcome Happy Gilmore to Humphrey House

Welcome Happy Gilmore to Humphrey House for Homeless Animals! 💗

We want to thank the person that abandoned this sweet boy and left him tied to a pole at the vet's office in North Carolina. He could have been let loose to run the streets and get hit by a car. He could have sat in his crate and starved to death. He could have been "disposed" of in many gruesome ways. Although not ideal, he was left in an area where several caring people found him and jumped right in to help.

Happy has been neglected, starved, has urine burns & pressure sores from being in a crate, a skin infection, double ear infections, a tumor on his testicle, and his collar had to be cut off due to the scabbing that attached his collar to his skin. Through all this, Happy is such a sweet boy that is thrilled to start the new year with a new life.

Thank you to the Sparky Foundation for stepping in to cover the initial vetting for Happy. He was examined, given his rabies vaccine, microchip, 4Dx test, and medication in preparation for transport to Humphrey House for Homeless Animals. It is a miracle that Happy is heartworm negative!

Thank you to the kind soul that fostered Happy Gilmore until transport was arranged.

Thank you Res-Q Runner Transport & Rescue for getting Happy (and many others) safely to their rescues.

Thank you Pets in Need in Southern Maryland for sponsoring the transport. It truly takes a village.

Happy is settling in nicely at Humphrey House for Homeless Animals. He gets medicated baths, daily ear cleaning & ear drops, good meals, and tasty treats. He loves his soft warm bed, but isn't a fan of the snow, lol!

Happy Gilmore is estimated to be 6 years old. He will be available for adoption as soon as he is neutered. Send us a message on Facebook to meet this sweet boy. Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is located in Baltimore, Maryland for meetings. Thank you!

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for abandoned pets like Happy Gilmore.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Elf (Discharge Update)

Elf has been discharged, and is resting comfortably. He is on 3 medications for pain & inflammation, and will be on restricted activity for the next 8 weeks.

The staff and surgeon at Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists in Towson, Maryland has been amazing! We called so many places that were closed this week and not opening again until next week. CVSS was able to schedule our consultation for Wednesday, Elf stayed for surgery on Thursday, and here it is Friday, New Year's Eve, and he is already back at Humphrey House for Homeless Animals!

Our balance today was $945.00 after our initial deposit of $3,000.00. Thanks to our amazing supporters, the bill is now paid in full. 😍 We are so blessed at the outreach of support for our sweet little Elf.

Elf will have his sutures removed in 10 days, then follow-up X-rays in 8 weeks.

Stay tuned for updates as our little Elf heals. 💗

Stay safe and have a Happy New Year! 🎉🎉🎉

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for emergency cases like Elf.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Elf (Surgery Update)

Although surgery was more complicated than we had hoped for, surgery is complete and Elf is currently resting comfortably.

The pre-surgery X-ray showed that Elf also has a broken tail. (Something we could not see on his original X-ray.) It is broken at the base of his spine, but will not need further treatment as long as it doesn't bother him.

For Elf's hip, the surgeon tried to place the screw using a minimally invasive technique, but was unsuccessful. Elf's hip was to hard to maneuver, and a piece of the bone broke off. There was also a lot of scar tissue to get through, so they ended up having to make a full incision to complete the procedure. In the end, they were able to place the screw successfully, and Elf is currently resting comfortably.

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for emergency cases like Elf.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Elf (Consultation Update)

Update on sweet little Elf. 💗

Elf had a consultation with the orthopedic surgeon this morning. The biggest issue is his hip, not necessarily his broken pelvis. His hip is out of place where it should be supported by his spine. Right now, nothing is holding his hip in place. So the plan is to use a screw to reattach his hip to his spine. This can be done with a minimally invasive procedure. Once his hip is aligned, the pelvic fracture will heal itself over time. (I am explaining the procedure as best I can. Of course the specialist uses much bigger words, and explained proper protocol.)

The good news is that the vet's surgeon can do the surgery tomorrow! Elf is staying overnight at the vet so he will be ready for surgery first thing in the morning. After surgery, Elf is expected to have a recovery time of about 8 weeks. We will have more updates once Elf's surgery is complete.

The bad news is that the surgery will be anywhere from $2,800.00 to $3,600.00. Add $200.00 for today's consultation, that brings the total to anywhere between $3,000.00 to $3,800.00...plus any follow-up care, of course. (That's after the rescue discount of 10%.)

Thanks to our generous donors who have been very supportive this holiday season, we were able to leave a deposit today of $3,000.00! We are so grateful that we were able to do that without hesitation so we can provide Elf with the best care possible.

Overall, the deposit paid today does leave the rescue hurting for funds to cover the difference that will be due upon pick up on Friday, and for the continued care of the others at our rescue. Sam (Basset Hound / Beagle tripod) will soon need a follow-up visit after his leg amputation. And we have a severely neglected Pittie arriving soon from North Carolina. (Stay tuned for more info on Happy Gilmore.)

Consider making a tax deductible donation to Humphrey House for Homeless Animals to help us continue to provide vet care for the pups in need.

Thank you again for everyone's support. We can't continue saving lives without you! We wish everyone a safe and happy New Year!

Elf is still looking for a quiet home to recover in where he'll spend his golden years being spoiled. Contact us through our Facebook Page to inquire about making your home Elf's furever home.

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for emergency cases like Elf.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Elf (Update)

Elf is seeing the orthopedic surgeon tomorrow for his broken pelvis. They have seen his X-ray already, so here's hoping all goes well!

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for emergency cases like Elf.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.

Sam (No More Cone)

Sam is so happy to finally have his cone off. 😊 He is recovering nicely from his leg amputation.

Sam is an 11 year old Bagle (Bassett Hound/Beagle) available for adoption through Humphrey House for Homeless Animals in Baltimore, Maryland.

Humphrey House for Homeless Animals is a small, foster-based rescue located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Click here to donate. Your support helps Humphrey House for Homeless Animals continue to care for special needs pets like Sam.

Visit our Rescue Me page for a list of animals we currently have available for adoption.