PET ADOPTION LOCATIONS AND EVENTS

The First Coast is a great place to find the perfect pet! With pet adoption events, local shelters and veterinary services throughout the area, you’re bound to find your new furry best friend!

Animal Shelters

Animal Care and Protective Services www.coj.net/departments/neighborhoods/animalcare---protective-services.aspx

Ayla’s Acres No-Kill Animal Rescue www.aylasacres.org

Baker County Animal Control www.bakercountyfl.org/animals.php

Clay County Animal Services www.claycountygov.com/community/animalservices/adoption

Clay County Humane Society www.clayhumane.org

Froggy’s Cat Rescue www.froggyscatrescue.com

Jacksonville Humane Society www.jaxhumane.org

Nassau County Animal Services www.nassaucountyfl.com/845/Animal-Services

Nassau Humane Society www.nassauhumane.org

S.A.F.E. Pet Rescue, Inc. www.safe-pet-rescue-fl.com

St. Augustine Humane Society www.staughumane.org

St. Johns County Animal Control www.co.st-johns.fl.us/animalcontrol www.wwpetrescue.org

Wags & Whiskers Pet Rescue, Inc.

Adoption Events

First Coast No More Homeless

Pets MEGA Adoption Event

Three times a year www.fcnmhp.org

PetSmart National Adoption Week March www.petsmartcharities.org/adopt-a-pet/adoptionevents

Many shelters are full and are looking for fosters. This is a great way to test out the waters and provide temporary care for pets in need while they wait to be placed in their forever home.

Wildlife Rehabilitation Programs

Local wildlife is an important part of our area, especially with the parks and preserves in the area. For those looking for a unique opportunity, consider volunteering at a wildlife rehabilitation to help native wildlife such as opossums, squirrels, raccoons and foxes. There are several places on the First Coast where people are able to volunteer and even foster orphaned and injured wildlife. Remember not to interact with wildlife without guidance from a local wildlife rehabilitation center. These rehabilitations are run by licensed professionals who have extensive experience handling wildlife.

Ark Wildlife Care and Sanctuary, Inc., The www.thearkwildlifecareandsanctuary.com

Ark Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, Inc., The www.thearkrescue.org

Wildlife Rescue Coalition of Northeast Florida www.wildlifecoalition.com

Suit Up! Ways to Cool Down This Summer

• The First Coast’s 60-plus miles of beaches and waterways include 50 public boat ramps.

• There are more than 30 public pools located throughout the First Coast, including the Cecil Aquatic Center.

• Kayak on the St. Johns River, at Hanna Park or on Amelia Island.

• Visit splash parks at Sunshine Playground, Hanna Park, Wiley Road Playground, Losco Regional Park, Abess Park, the Jacksonville Zoo and the St. Johns County Pier.