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.
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Pet Paradise Lake Buena Vista
7107 Palm Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32836
Mon-Fri 6:30am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pm
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Orange County Animal Services
2769 Conroy Rd, Orlando, FL 32839
Mon-Tue 10am-6pm, Wed 2pm-6pm, Thu-Sun 10am-6pm
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Happy Trails Animal Rescue
1720 N Goldenrod Rd Ste 8, Orlando, FL 32807
Tue-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 9am-12pm
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Miss Emily's Bed & Biscuit
5307 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32807-1856
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Pet Alliance
2727 Conroy Rd, Orlando, FL 32839
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Gods Greyts Greyhound Group
7259 Hiawassee Oak Dr, Orlando, FL 32818-8361
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In Harmony With Nature
Orlando, FL
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Best Friends Network
Orlando, FL
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Humane Society of North America - Spay and Neuter Clinic
427 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, FL 32807
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Hound House
1009 Sunflower Trl, Orlando, FL 32828-5370
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Pet Alliance Of Greater Orlando Downtown Cat Shelter
777 W Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32805-1823
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Squirrel Removal Pro Orlando
3714 Silver Star Rd, Orlando, FL 32808-6605
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Wild Animal Removal Orange County
7055 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32819-8208
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The Briar Patch
9315 Nelson Park Cir, Orlando, FL 32817-4196
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SeaWorld Rescue Center
Orlando, FL 32821
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Good to know
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.