- $9 for adult cats
- $25 for kittens
All pets come fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered and are microchipped.
Be on the lookout for a special "Adopt One, Get One" soon!
-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer
Welcome to beautiful Nassau County, located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. We are proud to serve as the Eastern Gateway to the Sunshine State. From our historic island, sandy beaches, and championship golf courses to our scenic rivers, green pastures, and majestic timberlands, we truly offer something for everyone.
4/13/21 @ 5:15 p.m. - In honor of kitten season, Nassau County Animal Services is running adoption specials for cats. Current prices are as follows:
All pets come fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered and are microchipped. Be on the lookout for a special "Adopt One, Get One" soon! -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer
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4/9/21 @ 3:15 p.m. - It's "Kitten Season" in Nassau County, Florida. This refers to the time of year when many litters of kittens are born. The exact time depends on the region and climate but most places experience "kitten season" between April and October. During this time of year, shelters across the country are flooded with cats and kittens and Nassau County Animal Services is no exception.
NCAS is currently looking for fosters to feed and care for homeless kittens who are too young to be in the shelter. If you are interested in caring for a kitten until he reaches an adoptable size, please give them a call at (904) 530-6150. NCAS will provide you with all the necessary supplies. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 1/27/21 @ 4:00 p.m. - On Tuesday, January 26th, Nassau County Animal Services received a call from the Department of Agriculture Services after a vehile carrying a trailer full of animals stopped at the weigh station with expired plates. Upon arrival, they found 8 dogs, 7 cats, 4 horses, 2 donkeys, 1 alpaca, 3 mini horses, and 1 ring tailed lemur. All animals were taken to Animal Services where they were assessed by an Agricultural inspector, Veterinarian and Jacksonville Equine Veterinarians. The animals will remain at the shelter to be cared for until the Department of Agriculture releases them from quarantine.
-Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 12/22/20 @ 2:15 p.m. - Just sharing a few photos taken last week of some of our shelter pets with Santa. Happy Holidays! 9/29/20 @ 9:30 a.m. - Last week, Nassau County Animal Services (NCAS) announced that a female dog and her 11 puppies were found locked in a cage and abandoned in the woods in Callahan. We wanted to take a moment to thank the nice resident who located these pups and took the time to bring them to the shelter.
Fortunately, all the dogs were found to be in overall good condition. Upon sharing their photos and asking the public for help with puppy food, dozens of residents made generous donations to the shelter. A big thank you to all those individuals as well! We are fortunate to live in such a caring and giving community. The puppies have all been adopted, however, the mother dog, Mary, is still available for adoption. She is estimated to be about 2 years old and weighs 35 pounds. NCAS staff said she is very gentle and kind and is already house broken. To learn more about Mary, please visit the Shelter's website. 7/9/20 @ 7:00 p.m.
On July 16, 2020, the Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider an Ordinance banning the retail sale of dogs and cats. This is being done in response to the increase in the commercial sale of dogs and cats which have been bred under conditions which are cruel and endanger the health of the animal. Commercial “puppy mills” and “kitten factories” are of particular concern because the animals are used solely for commercial gain and bred at substandard breeding facilities, resulting in health, social and/or temperament problems. In addition to congenital and hereditary conditions resulting from substandard breeding facilities, dogs and cats bred at these facilities may arrive in pet stores or new homes with giardia, parvovirus, and distemper. These illnesses can be transferred to healthy family animals. The Ordinance under consideration was drafted with input from local and national animal welfare groups including the Humane Society and Nassau County Animal Services. The Ordinance will encourage pet consumers to adopt dogs or cats from shelters or home-based breeders, thereby promoting consumer protection, saving animals’ lives, and reducing the cost to the public of sheltering and euthanizing animals. The prohibitions of the Ordinance would not apply to animal shelters, local breeders, animal welfare organizations, adoption of animals, or bona fide agricultural activities protected under the Florida Right to Farm Act. A copy of the Ordinance can be located on the July 16th agenda found here. You may also request a copy by contacting the Nassau County Attorney’s Office at (904) 530-6100. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 4/2/20 @ 11:45 a.m. - The American Veterinary Medical Association has provided recommendations to facilitate preparedness and establish practices that can help people and companion animals stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes family pets, service animals, and/or working animals. At this time, there is no evidence that companion animals can spread COVID-19.
The information shared by the American Veterinary Medical Association includes the below information from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website: Risk to People Some coronaviruses that infect animals have become able to infect humans and then spread between people, but this is rare. Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) are examples of diseases caused by coronaviruses that originated in animals and spread to people. This is what is suspected to have happened with the virus that caused the current outbreak of COVID-19. However, we do not know the exact source of this virus. Public health officials and partners are working hard to identify the source of COVID-19. The first infections were linked to a live animal market, but the virus is now spreading from person to person. The coronavirus most similar to the virus causing COVID-19 is the one that causes SARS. How to Stay Healthy Around Animals In the United States, there is no evidence to suggest that any animals, including pets, livestock, or wildlife, might be a source of COVID-19 infection at this time. However, because all animals can carry germs that can make people sick, it’s always a good idea to practice healthy habits around pets and other animals.
How to Protect Pets If You Are Sick If you are sick with COVID-19 (either suspected or confirmed), you should restrict contact with pets and other animals, just like you would around other people. Although there have not been reports of pets or other animals becoming sick with COVID-19, it is still recommended that people sick with COVID-19 limit contact with animals until more information is known about the virus. This can help ensure both you and your animals stay healthy. When possible, have another member of your household care for your animals while you are sick. Avoid contact with your pet including, petting, snuggling, being kissed or licked, and sharing food. If you must care for your pet or be around animals while you are sick, wash your hands before and after you interact with them. Here's some CDC information on what to do if you are sick to prevent spread. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office Nassau County Animal Services
86078 License Road, Yulee, FL 32034 (near Target, Petco and Home Depot) 904.530.6150. Shelter Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 11 – 4, Wednesday 1 – 6, Saturday 11 - 3. CORONA VIRUS UPDATE: In an effort to prevent the spread of the Corona virus, Nassau County Animal Services is currently showing available dogs to the public by appointment only. We are not showing cats at this time. For specific instructions, call and schedule an appointment, (904) 530-6150. “Can I shelter-in-place with you?” SHELTER-IN-PLACE WITH A SHELTER PET! Imagine living in a 4' x 8' room without television, without the Internet or even a phone. A room without a window. Where someone turns the lights out at 5 PM and doesn’t turn them on until 8 AM. Imagine that this room serves as your dining room, your bathroom, and your bedroom. Imagine what it is like to be a shelter pet. Since you and your family are sheltering in place, why not foster a shelter pet for a week or two? According to the Center for Disease Control there isn't any evidence that animals be infected with, or transmit the Corona virus to humans. Now what's your excuse? 5/17/19 @ 2:20 p.m. - On Wednesday, May 15, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners approved a Resolution commending individuals, businesses and animal welfare groups for the assistance and support provided to Nassau County Animal Services. Examples include donation of food and supplies to the shelter, financial contributions to assist with operating expenses, hosting of adoption and fundraising events, fostering of pets, and donation of health care services such as vaccinations, spay/neutering, and any other medical treatment needed.
The collaboration of Nassau County Animal Services and outside entities allows the County to succeed in its mission of protecting vulnerable animals and helping them find loving and permanent homes. We truly appreciate everything our community does to help us in this initiative! -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 5/15/19 @ 4:15 p.m.
In this edition of FUZZ4FUR, we have Deputy Timberlake of the Nassau County Sheriff's Office pictured with our pup Princess. Please call the shelter at 904-530-6150 for more information on this pup, share this post and tell your friends about these poor homeless pups. A Big Thank You to Deputy Timberlake and the NCSO for taking time to help our homeless pets find their forever home. |
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