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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Sarasota, FL

13 of the 52 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Sarasota 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. Dog World Sarasota

    8265 Blaikie Ct, Sarasota, FL 34240-8323

    Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm, Sun 8am-1pm

    Water accessIndoor
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  2. Cat Depot

    2542 17th St, Sarasota, FL 34234

    Mon-Sun 10am-6pm

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  3. Humane Society of Sarasota County

    2331 15th St, Sarasota, FL 34237-2909

    Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-4pm

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  4. ARC Spay & Neuter Specialists

    6320 Tower Ln, Sarasota, FL 34240

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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  5. Save Our Seabirds

    1708 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236

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  6. Animal House Doggie Bed and Breakfast

    42 Vic Edwards Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240-9238

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  7. Purrfect Match

    5317 Fruitville Rd PMB 48, Sarasota, FL 34232

    Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-2pm

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  8. Vintage Paws Sanctuary

    7950 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241-9425

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  9. Sarasota in Defense of Animals

    5649 Old Ranch Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241-9602

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  10. Humane Society At Lakewood R

    6293 Lake Osprey Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240-8433

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  11. Doggies and Daffodils

    3679 Walden Pond Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240

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  12. Sarasota County Animal Services

    8451 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241

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  13. Royal Pet Rescue Inc

    3800 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239-6908

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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.