Category Archive: Florida

May
08

Local animal shelter named finalist in national competition

Pet adoptions from the Central Brevard Humane Society can have an even larger impact in the coming months, as part of a national pet adoption competition. For the third consecutive year, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and television personality Rachael Ray have joined forces to host the 2012 $100K Challenge. …

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May
07

Lower cost pet adoption events planned in Jacksonville this month – jacksonville.com

To encourage spring adoptions and empty crowded shelters, the Jacksonville Humane Society is are offering free – and reduced-price adoption specials. Also, the Humane Society and First Coast No More Homeless Pets are participating in community adoption events this month. The Humane Society has free adoptions for pets ages 3 years and older, according to …

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May
05

Lee County launches Friends & Family Pet Adoption campaign – NorthFortMyersNeighbor.com

With 62% of American households owning a pet, including 78 million dogs and 86 million cats, it is obvious pets are an important part of our family life. Lee County Domestic Animal Services is making it easy to bring home a new family member or friend by reducing adoption fees 25% or more during the …

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May
04

It’s kitten season! Shelter offers discounts

Kitten season is in full bloom at Orange County Animal Services as evidenced by the recent boom in their kitten population. During the warm summer months the shelter sees huge spikes in cat populations, and this is when adopters are needed most. On Saturday, May 5, Orange County Animal Services will reduce adoption fees to …

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May
02

Dogs Get 2nd Chance at Camp Bow Wow Pet Fundraiser – Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL Patch

The 3 1/2-year-old dog owned by Father Tracy Wilder, rector of St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in Ruskin, had been lonely since her canine companion was hit and killed by a car. So Wilder brought her to the Camp Bow Wow Tampa South Shore’s first Find Love on a Leash dog adoption event and …

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Apr
26

Dog adoption event in Lauderhill Sunday: Spring Bling Fur Paws Red Carpet Event – Examiner.com

A dog adoption event in Lauderhill on Sunday was intended to help find homes for many dogs who are currently living in animal shelters. During the event, dogs had the opportunity to parade in front of approximately 300 people who attended the event, in order to show themselves and hopefully get adopted, reported the Sun …

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Apr
25

Camp Bow Wow to Host Find Love on a Leash Event – Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL Patch

Pet owners as well as those seeking a pet can enjoy a day with the dogs at Camp Bow Wow Tampa South Shore’s first Find Love on a Leash dog adoption event and rescue group fundraiser. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Camp Bow Wow, 12218 …

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Apr
21

Pet Adoption Day Sunday at Doggy Heaven Park – pineisland-eagle.com

The Shell Factory and Nature Park’s Doggy Heaven Dog Park will be the spot for an inaugural Pet Adoption Day on Sunday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Our first annual pet adoption day is a natural event for the Shell Factory since the entire property is dog friendly,” said Shell Factory Owner …

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Apr
19

‘Cat’astrophe creates reduced adoption rate – TCPalm.com

Each spring, shelters across the country receive a large influx of homeless cats and kittens. To help with the ‘cat’astrophe of feline overpopulation, The Humane Society of St. Lucie County is reducing cat adoption rates to $25 through April 30 (normal adoption price is $75). The shelter, located at 100 Savannah Rd. in Fort Pierce, …

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Apr
14

Brevard Pet Adopt-A-Thon – Examiner.com

Through the month of April, the Central Brevard Humane Society is hosting huge pet adoption events for families! The Humane Society does not want to see any pet left behind and are teaming up with Purina so families can come out and find a loving friend to bring into their family. They have a variety …

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