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Jamesie

Jamesie is a happy kitty that adjusted immediately to her new surroundings and welcomes attention from all – staff, volunteers,...

Cookie

Say hello to Cookie! This sweet Chihuahua mix came to ARC with her three puppies from LaBelle Animal Control due...

Zafir

Zafir and 2 other kittens were cared for in a loving foster home. There they got lots of loving and...

Leo

Leo is an easy-going kitty that welcomes all – staff, volunteers, and even strangers – when they come into his...

Rembrandt

Rembrandt– This sleek, rich black kitten with the bright eyes is as loving as he is handsome! He is a...

Elektra - CSC

Elektra - One of her most endearing qualities is her love for cuddles. She totally enjoys being picked up and...

Ghost Rider - CSC

Ghost Rider ~ He is not only extremely handsome; he is also a total love! He has a soft, sleek...

Batman - CSC

Batman enjoys spending his afternoons lounging on the screened area where he can watch everything that is going on. He...

Booker

Booker is a handsome Hound Mix who was surrendered for adoption when his family’s lifestyle changed and there simply wasn’t...

Rolo

Meet Rolo! This handsome little guy was surrendered for adoption when his owner could no longer give him the time...

Aspen - CSC

Aspen is a charming kitten with eyes so bright they seem to glow. His playful spirit shines through as he...

Sequoia _ CSC

Sequoia is not only an exceptionally good-looking kitten; he is also a happy kitten that is busy discovering everything life...

Godiva

She is one of three sweet pups who came to us from LaBelle Animal Services. This playful girl is full...

Alana

Alana came to ARC at an early age. Not long after her arrival, she was placed in a foster home...

Mercury

Mercury was rescued by a board member and brought to ARC at an early age. Not long after her arrival,...

Frida

Frida is a stunning kitty that has a gentle, easy-going temperament. She totally enjoys lounging on the screened area on...

Judy

Judy is a gentle, affectionate, kitty with a playful spirit and a social nature. She especially enjoys spending time on...

Austin - CSC

Austin is an easy-going kitty that is a little shy when first meeting someone. He especially enjoys spending time on...

Rosita - CSC

Rosita’s favorite pastime—when she is not snuggling in someone’s lap—is to spend time on the screened area and watch everything...

Faith

Faith is an exceptionally easy-going kitten who is looking for a home and someone to love her forever! She is...

Dancer

Dancer is a sweet mixed-breed pup who came to ARC from Lee County Domestic Animal Services along with eight others....

Chase

Chase is a handsome mixed-breed pup who came to ARC from Lee County Domestic Animal Services with eight others. This...

Marcus

Marcus– is an exceptionally easy-going kitty who is looking for a home and someone to love him forever. He is...

Nessa - CSC

Nessa is not only charming, with her rich black coat and striking eyes, she also possesses a gentle nature and...

Joy

This gorgeous mixed-breed sweetheart came to ARC from Lee County Domestic Animal Services with her sister and seven others. Joy...

Hope

This gorgeous mixed-breed sweetheart came to ARC from Lee County Domestic Animal Services with her sister and seven others. Hope...

Daisy

Daisy—Is a strikingly beautiful kitty with eyes the color of a tropical sea. She especially enjoys lounging on the screened...

Madagascar

Madagascar and 3 other kittens were cared for in a loving foster home. There they got lots of loving and...

Billie - CSC

Billie ~ This kitten with good-looking markings is an active kitten that is busy discovering everything life has to offer!...

Larry - CSC

Larry is an active kitten that is busy most of the time—busy discovering everything life has to offer! He is...

Sienna

Say hello to Maeve! Maeve is one of two American Heelers who came to ARC from Hendry County Animal Control....

Sara - CSC

Sara- As you can certainly see, one of Sara’s favorite pastimes is snuggling close to someone and getting petted! She...

Forrest

Forrest came to ARC when his guardian could no longer care for him, and he has adjusted nicely to being...

Taco

Taco is a sweet, easy-going kitty who found her way back to ARC after her guardian could no longer care...

Charity

Charity was surrendered when her guardian could no longer care for her due to ill health. Being at ARC has...

Tessa

Foster Needed for Sweet Tessa Tessa came to ARC from Pasco Animal Services with several medical issues and is still...

Marmalade

Marmalade came to ARC because her guardian was no longer able to care for her. In the beginning the change...

Muffin - CSC

Muffin’s favorite pastime—when she is not snuggling in someone’s lap—is to sit on the screened area and watch everything going...

Cosmella

Cosmella came to ARC because her guardian was no longer able to care for her. She is adjusting nicely to...

Frank

Say hello to this big guy. Frank came to us from Lee County Domestic Animal Services. He was found keeping...

Tiger - CSC

Tiger – loves spending time on the screened area where he can watch everything going on outside his house –...

Brownie

Brownie was surrendered with 5 others after the passing of the only owner they had ever known. These 6 cuties...

Pickles

Pickles was surrendered with 5 others after the passing of the only owner they had ever known. These 6 cuties...

May ( Medical Hold HWT)

Say hello to May, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mix. This adorable girl came to ARC from Lee County Domestic Animal...

Ozzy

Ozzy – People are always saying, “Orange cats are lovers!” Well, it is true. At least for Ozzy it is....

Marsha

Marsha is an exceptionally easy-going kitty that is looking for her forever home. She is comfortable around new people and...

Bright Flame

Bright Flame is an extraordinary kitty with a personality as radiant as his name suggests. His striking, golden eyes hold...

Novak

Say hello to Novak. He came to ARC with one other pup from Broward County. He was on limited time...

Summer

Summer is bright, lovable, playful and happy! She loves to sit in someone’s lap for a gentle stroking and light...

Lollipop

Lollipop – This sleek, rich black beauty is as loving as she is good looking! She is quiet and gentle...

Stella

Stella, a gorgeous Belgian Malinois Mix was originally rescued from a shelter in Georgia. She was nearing euthanasia when her...

Laverne - CSC

Laverne is a lovable fun kitten! She loves playing with toys, racing with the other kittens, and resting and snuggling...

Molly

Molly is a Belgian Malinois Mix who came to ARC from Seminole County Animal Control. She was found running loose...

Shirley - CSC

Shirley is a fluffy ball of joy! From the moment she opens her eyes in the morning until she curls...

Gerald

Gerald is a Black Mouth Cur Mix who came to ARC from Lee County Domestic Animal Services. This sweet boy...

Champagne

Champagne is such a sweet girl. This Hound Mix came to us from Seminole County Animal Control with 2 others?...

Spartan

?Say hello to Spartan. This playful Black Mouth Cur came to us with two others from Seminole Animal Control. He’s...

Valentino

Valentino is a Black Mouth Cur who came to ARC from Seminole Animal Control with two others. This guy was...

Clover

Clover ~ If you are seeking a great looking companion brimming with love, Clover is the perfect kitty for you....

Josephine

Josephine – came to ARC when her guardian could no longer care for her. From the moment she arrived her...

Darth

Darth is a good-natured kitten with a rich black coat and great looking, gold/green eyes. He is as friendly as...

Ghoul - CSC

Ghoul – is a perfect blend of beauty, gentleness, and playfulness. Her love for the screened-in area, her shy yet...

Lillian

If you're ready to fall in love, then let us introduce Lillian. This Pitbull Terrier Mix came to us from...

Liberty

This handsome blue-eyed gentleman came to us by way of Clewiston Animal Control, as they were out of space. He...

Georgia

Georgia is a good-natured kitty that especially enjoys spending time on the screened area where she can savor the Florida...

Dancer

Dancer is a great Kitty! She came to ARC because her guardian could no longer care for her. She adjusted...

Pretty Lady

Pretty Lady’s name says it all! This beautiful Terrier mix has a winning smile and a heart full of love....

Bella - Fostered

Bella recently came to ARC because of the failing health of her guardian. She is a gentle natured, easy-going kitty...

Capri

Capri is a grey and white Pit Bull Terrier Mix, who came to us with 2 others, from Lee County...

Cary - CSC

Cary – This sleek, rich black beauty is as loving as he is handsome! He is quiet and gentle and...

Alma

Alma came to ARC because her guardian could no longer take care of her. Leaving her home and coming to...

Skittles

Skittles is a happy kitten that is full of life! She loves to run, jump, chase other kittens, and play...

Starburst

Starburst is a gentle natured kitten that welcomes petting and attention from volunteers and staff. He gets along great with...

Lil Boy

Lil Boy recently came to ARC because his owner could no longer care for him. He adjusted quickly and found...

Mosey

Mosey recently came to ARC because his guardian was moving. He has adjusted quickly to his new surroundings. He especially...

April - CSC

April recently came to ARC with another kitty because her guardian could no longer care for them. She is a...

Tarzan

Tarzan is a black and white Pitbull terrier mix who was adopted in 2019, and returned to us by his...

Fat Boy

Fat Boy – Like so many others, Fat Boy and another kitty were brought to ARC from what was supposed...

Ennis

Ennis came to ARC with another kitty because his guardian could no longer care for them. Ennis adjusted almost immediately...

Julia

Julia came to ARC with two other kitties because her guardian was moving. She is a gentle, easy-going kitty and...

Rom

Rom likes to lounge outside the main house in the screened area where he can watch everything going on and...

Omega

Omega ~ this handsome kitty with eyes so bright they nearly glow, is always busy discovering everything life has to...

Sterling

Sterling is an active kitty with a sparkling personality that is usually busy—busy discovering everything life has to offer! She...

Jack Sparrow

Jack Sparrow – this great looking kitty is as happy and friendly as he is handsome! He can sometimes be...

Maxwell

Maxwell is an active, happy kitty that loves everybody. His favorite pastime is playing with toys and the other cats...

Tyler

Tyler, for sure, confirms the common saying: orange cats are lovers! Tyler loves everyone. He enjoys the company of everyone....

Kota

This wonderfully affectionate girl was surrendered to ARC because her family was moving and couldn’t take her with them. We...

Blueberry

Meet Blueberry: a quiet, settled, beautiful, soft muted Tortie. She can usually be found outside the inner cottage, snuggled on...

Vail - CSC

Vail – At an early age, Vail and two other kittens were rescued from a shelter that was out of...

Loveland - CSC

Loveland – At an early age, Loveland and two other kittens were rescued from a shelter that was out of...

Rom

Rom likes to lounge outside the main house in the screened area where he can watch everything going on and...

Simba

Simba is a quiet, settled kitty that is often shy with people he first meets. All he needs is someone...

Nemo

Nemo –This handsome fellow, enjoying the fresh breeze on a Florida morning, name is Nemo! He is good-natured and welcomes...

Chrissy

Chrissy is a social kitty that enjoys relaxing on the screened in area where she can watch everything going on...

Carol

Carol is a little shy with strangers, but warms up quickly once she gets to know someone. She enjoys sitting...

Bette

Bette likes people! She enjoys their attention and affection and looks forward to visits from staff and volunteers. When there...

Benji

This big lug of a pup came to us by way of Lee County Domestic Animal Services, as they were...

Athena

Athena is a gently, quiet kitty that enjoys attention from all: staff, volunteers, and visitors. She likes to be gently...

Katie

FOSTERED ---- Katie had to leave her loving, happy home when her guardian’s health suddenly failed. She is an easy-going,...

Found

Found came to ARC in 2011 from another shelter that was out of space. At the time, she was considered...