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Passion 4 Pets adoptathon sparks surge in adoptions, donations for Florida and Georgia shelters
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets adoptathon sparks surge in adoptions, donations for Florida and Georgia sheltersThe community came together in a powerful display of compassion and commitment during the Passion 4 Pets Adoptathon, held all day on May 21, 2025.
44 cats, dogs adopted over Memorial Day Weekend during Winn-Dixie’s adoption event at The Jacksonville Humane Society
Read full article: 44 cats, dogs adopted over Memorial Day Weekend during Winn-Dixie’s adoption event at The Jacksonville Humane SocietyA total of 44 cats and dogs were adopted during Winn-Dixie’s Memorial Day Weekend adoption event at The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS).
Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on K9s For Warriors, 2 lovable dogs looking for homes
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on K9s For Warriors, 2 lovable dogs looking for homesK9s For Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of service dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD. What makes their mission even more inspiring is that the majority of their service dogs come from rescue shelters, offering these animals not just a second chance, but a purpose.
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Passion 4 Pets: Doc Tony shares the passion behind the project
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Doc Tony shares the passion behind the projectAs the driving force behind the Passion 4 Pets project, Doc Tony has teamed up with News4JAX to help find loving homes for Jacksonville’s shelter animals.
Passion 4 Pets: Jacksonville Humane Society highlights need for kitten foster families
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Jacksonville Humane Society highlights need for kitten foster familiesWith kitten season in full swing, the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is putting out an urgent call for foster families to care for a growing influx of young felines.
Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on Southeast Georgia Equine Rescue
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on Southeast Georgia Equine RescueDuring our Passion 4 Pets Adoption Event on Wednesday, Founder and CEO of SGER, Heather Gavitt, shared the heartwarming—and sometimes heartbreaking—stories of a few of their current residents.
Passion 4 Pets: Highlighting Clay County Animal Services
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Highlighting Clay County Animal Services“She’s incredibly smart,” Smith shared, demonstrating Pumpernickel’s ability to sit, lie down, and even offer her paw—all in exchange for a few treats and some praise. “Just a few sessions and she caught on fast.”
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Passion 4 Pets Adoption Event: Find your furever friend and make a difference today
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets Adoption Event: Find your furever friend and make a difference todayOn Wednesday, May 21, on Channel 4, Passion 4 Pets is teaming up with local shelters to roll out the red carpet for rescue animals across the region with a heartwarming adoption event.
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Find your furever friend during our Passion 4 Pets coverage on May 21, featuring adoptable pets from local shelters
Read full article: Find your furever friend during our Passion 4 Pets coverage on May 21, featuring adoptable pets from local sheltersOn Wednesday, May 21, on Channel 4, Passion 4 Pets is teaming up with local shelters to roll out the red carpet for rescue animals across the region with a heartwarming adoption event.
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Pawsing for Pets: Meet Delta the kitten & how you can help JHS during kitten season
Read full article: Pawsing for Pets: Meet Delta the kitten & how you can help JHS during kitten seasonBlaze is a 5-year-old pup who is as beautiful on the inside as he is on the outside. Blaze enjoys exploring outdoors, making new friends, and showing off his high-five skills!
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Kevin Pawstner the beagle is sniffing for his own personal Yellowstone!
Read full article: Kevin Pawstner the beagle is sniffing for his own personal Yellowstone!Say howdy to Kevin Pawstner, a 2 year-old Beagle with an adorable charm and he is ready to ride off with you to his own personal Yellowstone ranch.
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Passion 4 Pets: Understanding the differences between service, support, and companion animals
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Understanding the differences between service, support, and companion animalsDoc Tony and Daniel Clavel from K9's For Warriors discuss the distinctions between service, support, and companion animals.
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Winston awaits his forever family: A sweet companion ready to make memories
Read full article: Winston awaits his forever family: A sweet companion ready to make memoriesWinston, a lovable and patient pup, is eagerly waiting for his forever humans to come along and create lasting memories with him. Despite his charming personality and adorable demeanor, Winston has yet to find his happily ever after.
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Energetic pit bull mix Ramsey seeks forever home at Flapjacks and Fashion event in St. Augustine
Read full article: Energetic pit bull mix Ramsey seeks forever home at Flapjacks and Fashion event in St. AugustineDescribed as full of life, Ramsey gets along well with kids and cats and is not reactive to other dogs, making him an ideal companion for a variety of households.
The daycare no dog wants to leave
Read full article: The daycare no dog wants to leaveNetta Furry Babies relocated from Springfield to Orange Park offering more than just a visit with a personalized experience for pets with their grooming, daycare and boarding services. From pampered grooming sessions to safe and fun daycare and overnight stays, your pet will feel at home when they stay at the facility. www.netta-furry-babies.com
Story Time: Reading to dogs and cats at the Jacksonville Humane Society
Read full article: Story Time: Reading to dogs and cats at the Jacksonville Humane SocietyPawsitive Reading – a program in which children visit the shelter to read to the pets – is designed to provide enrichment for kids, dogs, and cats. Believe it or not, just listening to a person reading out loud has been proven to lower stress levels in animals! Pawsitive Reading is also a great way for kids to work on their literacy skills in safe, fun environment. To learn more, visit https://jaxhumane.org/get-involved/education/pawsitive-reading/
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Pawsing for Pets: Help Orrin find his furever home!
Read full article: Pawsing for Pets: Help Orrin find his furever home!Blaze is a 5-year-old pup who is as beautiful on the inside as he is on the outside. Blaze enjoys exploring outdoors, making new friends, and showing off his high-five skills!
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Pluto Mercury is orbiting his new furever home
Read full article: Pluto Mercury is orbiting his new furever homePluto is a fun hound/ACD mix. He is silly, playful, and eager to please. Watching him chase his tail is hilarious and entertaining. If you want a cuddler, look no more. He’s loved every dog he met on walks and at the dog park. He has basic cues mastered as well as crate trained. If you’re looking for a sweet and loyal companion who will follow you around and just want to be close, Pluto might be the perfect addition to your family. Come meet this adorable guy today—Pluto Mercury is ready to find his forever home!
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Bobby and Vicki, cats found in cardboard box in the rain, now looking for furever home
Read full article: Bobby and Vicki, cats found in cardboard box in the rain, now looking for furever homeBobby and Vicki -- named for characters in “The Waterboy” -- started their journey with SAHS in a cardboard box in the rain, and six months later, they are ready for their fur-ever homes.
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Pawsing For Pets: Help Roxanne find her furever home!
Read full article: Pawsing For Pets: Help Roxanne find her furever home!Roxanne is a 10-year-old Basenji mix with a touch of spice and a heart full of love. She’s affectionate with people, polite on a leash, and gets along well with other dogs, though she’s not afraid to let them know her boundaries.