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Our animal services department cares greatly about the animals in our community. We realize that even animals in loving homes need support too. Our team has compiled various resources to assist with anything you may need.

When disaster strikes, the same rules that apply to people apply to pets: Preparation makes all the difference, and if it’s not safe for you, it’s not safe for them. Take a few minutes to make a plan to ensure maximum safety.

Here are some resources to help.

For more specific help with your disaster plan, please check out The Humane Society of the United States

REHOMING RESOURCES

Do you need to find a new home for your pet?

The decision to find a new home for your pet can be challenging. To help with finding a good new home, we have compiled some resources below.

Here are some good resources to assist with finding a good home for your pet:

On these websites, you can make a profile for your pet, and people interested in adopting him/her can send you adoption inquiries:

For military members in need of a temporary home for their pets, please contact Dogs on Deployment.

Facebook can also be a great resource. There are several rehoming groups. Members of these groups would be able to see a rehoming post and send you adoption inquiries. The groups are:

  • Official Florida Pets! Adopt, Rehome or Foster
  • Florida Pets Free, Adopt, Rehome
  • Swip Swap Gainesville, FL
  • All Animals of Florida-Rehoming
  • Pet Rehoming Gainesville and Surrounding Areas