11/12/2026
Updated licensing requirements for certain animal operations
The updated Calvert County animal ordinance includes annual licensing requirements for certain animal businesses, organizations and operations.
The annual license requirement applies to:
• Commercial animal establishments
• Breeding facilities
• Grooming facilities
• Nonprofit rescue organizations
• Animal fancier operations
The ordinance also establishes restrictions on issuing these licenses to individuals with animal cruelty convictions in any jurisdiction or pending animal cruelty charges.
For questions about licensing requirements or how the ordinance applies to a specific operation, contact the Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Animal Services Division at 410-535-7387 or visit calvertcountymd.gov/AnimalOrdinance.