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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Jacksonville, FL

9 of the 87 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Jacksonville are shelter and rescue services.

Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.

  1. Pet Paradise Bartram

    14976 Walden Springs Way, Jacksonville, FL 32258-1165

    Mon-Fri: 6:30am-7:00pm Sat-Sun: 9:00am-5:00pm

    Small-dog areaWater accessIndoor
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  2. Pet Paradise Jacksonville Airport

    14272 Pecan Park Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32218

    Mon-Fri 6:30am-7pm, Sat-Sun 7am-6pm

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  3. The Jacksonville Humane Society

    8464 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216-3131

    Mon-Fri 10am-5pm

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  4. Tails Waggin Camp

    700 Otis Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32220

    Every Day 8:00- 11:00 am and 3:00- 6:00 pm

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  5. Akita Rescue Society of Florida

    2364 Emerson St, Jacksonville, FL 32207

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  6. Animal Care and Protective Services

    2020 Forest St, Jacksonville, FL 32204

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  7. Mandarin Pet Care

    10710 Clydesdale Dr W, Jacksonville, FL 32257

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  8. Able’s Legacy Rescue inc

    54 2nd St W, Jacksonville, FL 32206

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  9. Serpent sanctum sanctuaries Inc

    5103 Kingsbury St, Jacksonville, FL 32205

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Check visitor policies early. Municipal facilities usually allow walk-in visits during public hours, but private rescues often require an approved application before scheduling a meet-and-greet.

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What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?

Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.

How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?

Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.

Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?

Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.