It had been such a great experience to open our doors to fosters which ultimately lead to a foster fail. The rescue has so many great coordinators who have made the process simple and have worked with me to make sure each foster is the right fit. They really go above and beyond trying to find forever homes for their pups and transportation in coordination with local shelters and rescues.Kathryn Wojciechowski
Established in 2016, Canine Humane Network is a non-profit dog rescue, shelter, adoption and training organization here in Highland, Howard County, Maryland. We are substantially operated by volunteer staff and many big-hearted volunteer foster families.
Here at Canine Humane Network, we are dedicated to saving the lives of homeless dogs and providing a safe haven, humane care, and adoption programs for rescued dogs. We are deeply invested in the lifelong happiness of the dogs and owners we serve.
We strive to build a humane environment for animals and people by providing excellent resources and training including humane education and therapy dog programs.
Mission and Vision
The Canine Humane Network is a 501(c)(3) non-pro, Åt organization, founded in Howard County, Maryland. Our vision is become a highly recognized member of the regional canine rescue community and a resource for human-canine relationships through education and training. Our mission is rescue dogs of all breeds and ages and give them care and sanctuary, ensure placement in loving, responsible homes and enable a strong connection between dogs and people through humane education and training.
Adoption Policy
An application helps us make sure we're making a good match. We make every effort to communicate to new families the breed and age of their dog as well as any behavior or medical problems that we are aware of, we do not make any representation or guarantee about the behavior, health, breed or age of any rescue dog.Once you complete the application, one of our hard-working volunteers will contact you as soon as possible. Please be patient with us as we are going as fast as we can!
"It had been such a great experience to open our doors to fosters which ultimately lead to a foster fail. The rescue has so many great coordinators who have made the process simple and have worked with me to make sure each foster is the right fit. They really go above and beyond trying to find forever homes for their pups and transportation in coordination with local shelters and rescues."
— kathryn w.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster
"Canine humane network saves lives!"
— jordan.
Staff member
"I have been a volunteer at chn for about 3 years and I'm very impressed by their organization. It's really a group of great people who are very dedicated to the welfare of the dogs"
— jeff j.
Supporter, Fan
"I am a supporter and occasional volunteer at this amazing organization along with many other friends of mine. They take great care of their dogs and spend the time necessary to make these dogs more adoptable"
— linda o.
Volunteer / foster
"I have volunteered at Canine Humane Network for over 5 years during which I’ve been amazed at the dedication of folks there! No dog is ever turned away as not good enough. Every life is a valued life. CHN operates on a very professional level and is super organized. Love that shelter!!"
— nancy d.
Volunteer / foster
"I have volunteered with Canine Humane Network for about 5 years eventhough I've moved out of the area I still help remotely."
— judy h.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan
"I love working at CHN because everyone puts in so much care and love"
— hailey p.
Staff member
"Wonderful experience adopting a beautiful dog that I fell in love with."
— ingrid b.
Adoptee
"My family has adopted one of my dogs and foster dogs from this organization. They are a great organization and incredibly important and valuable to our community."
— antonio j.
Adoptee, Supporter
"I have been fostering for CHN for about 4 years now. I’m honored to have the opportunity to help so many dogs and give them a soft place to land. In my time I’ve seen many different dog cases and have been able to touch about 12 furry lives myself. The shelter is dedicated and willing to do what they must to save canine lives!"
— rebeca s.
Volunteer / foster
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