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Protect Your Pets from Summer Heat

When you’re thinking about cooling down this summer, don’t forget your pets could use some relief, too.

Riddick’s Journey Home

Thanks to help from our friends at US Pet Transport Services, 10-year-old Riddick was reunited with his family after years apart.

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Gifting Love: Why It’s Okay to Gift a Pet for the Holidays

Every year, thousands of people flock to animal shelters to adopt a new furry family member, bringing home a pet as a gift for themselves or a loved one. Many of us have heard that it's wrong to give a pet as a present... but why?

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JHS Goes To The Beach!

Join us for a cool, fall Friday evening of FREE adoptions at Jacksonville’s Seawalk Pavillion! Come “fall” in love with adoptable dogs from four local shelters all while shopping and exploring local vendors along the seaside on November 3, 2023. Whiskers & Waves is presented by Donovan Air, Electric & Plumbing. We are so excited...

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#MakeRoomForMike

Mike is waiting at JHS to be adopted by someone who speaks his language - sign language!

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Meet Our 2023 Homecoming Court!

It's Homecoming Week at JHS from September 23-29. Vote for our Homecoming King and Queen on Facebook, then come meet them at JHS - they're all FREE to adopt this week!

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Keep Your Pets Safe This Hurricane Season

When you’re making your emergency preparedness plans, don’t forget your furry family members! There are a few simple ways to keep your pets safe during hurricane season this year, and every year.

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Pets + Vets = A Winning Combination at JHS!

Are you or someone you know active duty or a veteran with a passion for pets? Our Paws & Stripes program is a unique opportunity for members of the military to come out and give a helping hand to our animal friends.