{"id":294323,"date":"2025-10-11T09:37:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-11T09:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/294323\/"},"modified":"2025-10-11T09:37:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-11T09:37:08","slug":"these-cats-and-dogs-are-yearning-to-be-adopted-in-jacksonville-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/294323\/","title":{"rendered":"These cats and dogs are yearning to be adopted in Jacksonville area"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union<\/a>‘s weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Putnam County Animal Services, 174 County Landfill Road, Palatka. Call (386) 329-0396 option #1. To view available animals, go to\u00a0putnampals.com<\/a>, bit.ly\/2EKoICq<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0bit.ly\/34NqoGB<\/a>. Adoptable cats are also available at PetSense at 113 Town and Country Drive in Palatka.<\/p>\n

Hazel<\/strong>, 10 months, and Patty<\/strong>, 5 months, are female mixed-breed dogs (ID numbers unavailable). Both are happy, playful, adorable and get along with everyone and everything.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Nassau County Animal Services, 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach. Call (904) 530-6150. To view available animals, go to\u00a0nassaucountyfl.com\/845\/Animal-Services<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0facebook.com\/NassauCountyAnimalServices<\/a>. Kittens are available for adoption at Petco stores at 463713 Florida 200 in Yulee and 11900 Atlantic Blvd. in Jacksonville; Tractor Supply Co., 463184 Florida 200 in Yulee; and\u00a0Pet Supplies Plus, 6500 Georgia 40, St. Marys, Ga.<\/p>\n

Eva<\/strong> is a 3-year-old, 40-pound female mixed-breed dog (ID No. 59282230). She is a social butterfly who gets along with adults, children and other dogs. She is full of energy and always ready to play. Her favorite pastime is rolling over for belly rubs.<\/p>\n

Wishbone<\/strong> is a 4-year-old, 62-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No, 59123340). He is a sweetheart and has a calm, friendly demeanor. He is smart and well-mannered and knows several commands. He gets along well with humans and other dogs.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services, 2020 Forest St. Call (904) 630-2489 or email jaxpets@coj.net. To view available animals, go to\u00a0coj.net\/pets<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0facebook.com\/jaxanimalcare<\/a>. The city has launched a new app called JaxPawFinder that connects people to shelter pets. Much like a dating app, it lets users enter characteristics they would like in a dog or cat \u2014 such as age, size, temperament and energy level \u2014 and instantly matches them with pets that are the best fit. JaxPawFinder is available\u00a0in the App Store and on Google Play. For more information, go to\u00a0jacksonville.gov\/categories\/mobile-apps\/jaxpawfinder<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Clark Kent <\/strong>is an 11-month-old, 42-pound male mixed-breed dog (ID No. A1470716). He is a sweet and sensitive puppy who can\u2019t wait to meet his loving family. He is a shelter playgroup regular and a professional lizard chaser.<\/p>\n

Uncle Arthur<\/strong> is a 2-year-old, 8-pound male domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A1472293). He is relaxed and reserved. He needs a place to nap, do big stretches and play. He had hip surgery after arriving at the shelter and can\u2019t wait to show off how well he’s recovered.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Clay County Animal Services, 3984 W. Florida 16, Green Cove Springs. Call (904) 269-6342 or email clayadoptions@claycountygov.com. To view available animals, go to\u00a0claycountygov.com\/community\/animal-services<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0facebook.com\/ClayCtyAnimals<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hemi<\/strong> is a 4-year-old, 46-pound male German shepherd mix dog (ID No. A0057638465). He is petite, playful, affectionate and cuddly. He thrives in a calm, adult-only home, loves toys and learning new things and gets along with other moderately active dogs.<\/p>\n

Kara<\/strong> is a 1\u00bd-year-old, 8-pound female domestic shorthair cat (ID No. A0059122130). She is sweet, playful, gentle and curious. She loves chasing string toys. Her love for playtime make her the perfect companion for someone looking for a fun and affectionate pet.<\/p>\n

\u2022 St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 N. Stratton Road, St. Augustine. Call (904) 209-6190 or go to sjcfl.us\/departments\/animal-control<\/a>. To view available animals, go to\u00a0petfinder.com\/member\/us\/fl\/st-augustine\/st-johns-county-animal-control-pet-center-fl751<\/a>.\u00a0Friends of the St. Johns County Pet Center has shelter cats available for adoption Saturdays at PetSmart, 1779 S. U.S. 1 in St. Augustine, facebook.com\/fosjcpc<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Storm<\/strong>\u00a0is an adult female terrier mix dog (ID No. 80487). She is sweet, affectionate and always ready to snuggle. She is calm and gentle and would be the perfect addition to a quiet home. Whether she could share a home with other dogs is unknown.<\/p>\n

Rascal<\/strong> is a young male domestic shorthair cat (ID No. 80508). He is sweet, gentle, affectionate and shy. He spends his days quietly observing his surroundings. He has a heart full of love and would flourish in a peaceful home.<\/p>\n

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