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Local shelters across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are promoting the Passion 4 Pets campaign, showcasing adorable pets available for adoption. Shelters include Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services and others, featuring pets like Cheddar, a playful mixed-breed dog, and Toasted Marshmallow, a friendly domestic shorthair cat. The initiative aims to encourage community engagement and find loving homes for shelter animals, with events taking place at local PetSmart stores.
Jacksonville – Local shelters across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are showcasing adorable pets available for adoption as part of the Passion 4 Pets campaign. This initiative aims to promote adoption, fostering, and community engagement to help shelter animals find loving homes.
Participating shelters include Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services, Clay County Animal Services, Nassau County Animal Services, St. Johns County Pet Center, and Putnam County Animal Services. Each location is highlighting various animals that are eager to meet potential adopters.
At Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services, located at 2020 Forest St, Jacksonville, pet seekers can meet Cheddar, a 1½-year-old, 65-pound male mixed-breed dog known for his goofy and fun personality. Cheddar enjoys learning tricks and is polite while walking on a leash. Also available is Toasted Marshmallow, an 8-year-old, 6-pound female domestic shorthair cat. This sweet and friendly feline may be blind and will need extra assistance adjusting to her new home. Interested individuals can contact the shelter at (904) 630-2489 or via email at [email protected].
Clay County Animal Services has its doors open at 3984 W. Florida 16, Green Cove Springs. They are featuring Buster, a shy but loving 2-year-old, 50-pound male mixed-breed dog who enjoys gentle affection and peaceful walks. Additionally, potential adopters can find Fernando, a loyal 6-year-old, 10-pound male domestic shorthair cat who, while three-legged, is playful and full of love. For inquiries, call (904) 269-6342 or email [email protected].
Nassau County Animal Services, located at 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach, offers a variety of kittens for adoption at multiple Petco and Tractor Supply Co. locations. Among the available dogs is Hank, a 10-month-old male mixed-breed known for his big personality and happy demeanor. Also up for adoption is Fin, a 2-year-old male mixed-breed dog who is friendly and eager to find a loyal companion. Interested parties can reach the shelter at (904) 530-6150.
Over at the St. Johns County Pet Center, located at 130 N. Stratton Road, St. Augustine, potential adopters can meet Sally, a sociable 4-year-old female Labrador mix who enjoys walks and playing fetch. Luna, a curious, 3-year-old female domestic medium-hair cat, is also available and is known for being independent and selective about her environment. The center can be contacted at (904) 209-6190.
In Palatka, Putnam County Animal Services is showcasing Franklin, a friendly and affectionate 2-year-old male Malinois mix who is house-trained and dog-friendly. Another available pet is Lucy, a 10-month-old female Labrador mix known for her friendly disposition and ability to get along with other dogs. For more information, call (386) 329-0396 option #1.
The Passion 4 Pets campaign not only highlights the many animals in need but also provides a platform for the community to come together to support and engage with local shelters. The featured events will take place at PetSmart stores in Jacksonville, encouraging families to explore the option of adopting or fostering a shelter animal.
As these shelters prepare for the upcoming adoption events, they urge residents throughout the region to consider adopting, fostering, or offering support to their local shelters. Many pets of various breeds, ages, and energy levels are waiting for a chance to become a part of a loving family, making a significant difference in the lives of these animals.
Volunteers and support from the community are essential to the success of these adoption efforts, fostering relationships that can lead to forever homes for many unwanted pets. The local shelters continue to work hard to match these animals with their perfect companions, and participation in events will further this mission.
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- Jacksonville.com: Cats and Dogs Up for Adoption
- News4Jax: Find Your Furever Friend in Passion 4 Pets
- Action News Jax: Jacksonville Humane Society Grant
- Wikipedia: Pet Adoption
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Animal Shelter
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