Jacksonville, Florida
Did you know that October is Adopt A Shelter Pet month? Adopt a Shelter Pet month has been happening every October since 1981! It’s aim is to highlight adoptable pets and address the issue of the increasing numbers of cats and dogs entering shelters. Come Read More …
Animal Care and Protective Services needs your help. “Animal Care and Protective Services is currently caring for 325 dogs in the shelter. This exceeds or maximum physical capacity for dog housing by more than 50 dogs. We simply do not have any more space to Read More …
Our Animal Care & Protective Services shelter is full with more than 200 pets available for adoption. That’s why they’ve joined Best Friends Animal Society and nearly 600 shelter and rescue partners for a FREE National Adoption Event. Visit them at 2020 Forest St. this Read More …
This Memorial Day weekend, stop by the Animal Care & Protective Services shelter for their annual free adoption event. Saturday, 5/27 from 10-6 Sunday, 5/28 from 10-6 Monday, 5/28 from Noon-4 Visit the ACPS shelter at 2020 Forest St. or visit www.coj.net/pets to view available Read More …
REALLY BIG news! – from our friends at Animal Care & Protective Services; “We are hosting REALLY BIG adoption event now through April 21st. What makes this event REALLY BIG? We are glad you asked! Animal Care & Protective Services is full of more than Read More …
The Animal Care & Protective Services team is currently looking for Animal Code Enforcement Officers. If you are looking for a job with great health insurance, benefits, and four weeks of vacation time in your first year, come and join the team! For more information Read More …
Today is the kickoff of the National Adoption Weekend at PetSmart. Animal Care and Protective Services is teaming up with PetSmart Charities and the Jacksonville Humane Society for a free two-day adoption event. ACPS has provided a sneak peek of the dogs that will be Read More …
Animal Care & Protective Services (ACPS) has reported numerous times over the last several months that the shelter has been experiencing overcrowding that exceeds their capacity for care. Many animal shelters nationwide are struggling with increasing in-shelter animal populations and ACPS is no exception. Recently, Read More …
It’s the annual NBCUniversal Local Clear the Shelters adoption event! In 2021, more than 140,000 pets found homes during the event. You can be a part of this nationwide lifesaving effort with free adoptions at JaxACPS (2020 Forest St) from 8/22 to 8/31.
Animal Care & Protective Services shelter began appointment-based intake this week. This means ACPS will temporarily require appointments for the intake of all animals in non-emergency situations. In response to nationwide overcrowding, this move is recommended and supported by the National Animal Care and Control Read More …
Have you thought about becoming a foster parent but aren’t sure how to get started? Join Animal Care & Protective Services for a foster open house this Wednesday, from 4:30-6:00. They will work with you to find a foster program that fits your lifestyle. There Read More …
This weekend you can be a part of the Animal Care & Protective Services “Betty White Challenge” where ACPS attempts to find 100 shelter pets homes in honor of Ms. White’s 100th birthday on January 17th. Adoptions are free with a suggested donation to Friends Read More …
No pet should be stuck in a cage for Thanksgiving. Consider fostering an animal from our Animal Care & Protective Services and give them a chance to sleep in a warm home and spend the holiday with a family. You might just find your next Read More …
ACPS is full-they are currently caring for 253 dogs and 183 cats in the shelter. They are thankful to everyone in the community that has adopted and fostered! You made a difference but there are still many animals in need. Here’s how you can help!Adopt Read More …
Animal Care and Protective Services at 2020 Forest St. says the hunt is over to find your new best friend. Dogs and cats will be available for adoption free-of-charge thanks to a sponsorship from the Petco Foundation. City license fees may apply. “Hop on in Read More …