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DC: Cats Available for Adoption Washington Humane Society cats will be available for adoption from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, at Doolittle's Pet Store, 224 Seventh St. SE. Adoption fees range from $25 to $65.

Montgomery County: pets available for adoption

Dogs, cats and other pets will be available for adoption through the Montgomery County Humane Society Mobile Adoption Unit at the following locations. For more information, call 301-610- 7137.
July 20: Damascus Noon-3 p.m. Saturday Damascus Community Day Damascus Library 9701 Main St July 21: Bethesda 1-4 p.m. Sunday Three Dog Bakery 4925 Elm Street

LAUREL, Maryland, Canine Contest  On July 23, 2002 Enter a dog to compete for prizes in the categories of best-dressed dog, best trick, and best howl; all dogs must be on leashes. 7:30-9 p.m., Deerfield Run Community Center, 13000 Laurel-Bowie Rd., Laurel. $3; nonresidents of Prince George's and Montgomery counties, $4. Registration required. 301-953-7882.

Girl in fair condition after being attacked by family's 2 pit bulls  MD "Police said the girl whose name was not released suffered lacerations from dog bites to her left arm chin and lip, which was partially ripped off."  [Baltimore Sun Maryland News]