Jacksonville Humane Society
Our Mission
The Jacksonville Humane Society is dedicated to providing compassionate care, advocacy, and a safe haven for animals in need. We are committed to fostering a community where every pet is treated with kindness and finds a loving home.
Why We Are Here
Since our founding, we have served as a vital resource for our community’s animals. We bridge the gap between pets in need and the families ready to welcome them, ensuring that every life we touch is given the dignity and support it deserves.
How We Help
Our organization operates through a dedicated shelter environment where we provide medical care, enrichment, and daily attention to all our animals. We rely on a robust network of support to manage the intake and care of pets, maintaining a focus on health and well-being while they await their forever families.
Your Perfect Companion
Adoption is a joyful partnership, and we believe in thoughtful matching to ensure a lasting bond. Our team is here to guide you through the process, helping you find a pet whose personality and needs align perfectly with your lifestyle.
Join Our Mission
Ready to meet your new best friend? We invite you to explore our list of adoptable pets online or visit us to see our animals in person. Together, we can make a difference—one adoption at a time.
- Clean, well-maintained facilities
- Friendly and caring staff
- Sick animals post-adoption
10/10 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home
Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union's weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters and animal welfare-related news.
10/2 - Jacksonville Humane Society hosts Annual Toast to the Animals event; get tickets here
The Jacksonville Humane Society is holding its 28th Annual Toast to the Animals fundraising at 6 p.m. Friday at the Jessie in downtown Jacksonville.
9/26 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home
Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union's weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters and animal welfare-related news.
9/21 - Jacksonville Humane Society marks 10th annual Empty the Shelters event with $25 dog adoption fees
The Jacksonville Humane Society kicks off its BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters event today with $25 dog adoption fees until Sept. 30.
9/19 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home
Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union's weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters and animal welfare-related news.
9/14 - Find your fur-ever friend at Dogtopia of Jacksonville Beach Blvd’s Pet Adoption Event on Saturday, Sept. 19
As part of River City Live’s ongoing Passion 4 Pets initiative, our partners at Dogtopia of Jacksonville Beach Boulevard are hosting a special Pet Adoption Event this Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at 11300 Beach Boulevard in Jacksonville.
9/14 - Jacksonville Humane Society offering $25 adoption for Homecoming Week
In honor of Homecoming Week, the Jacksonville Humane Society is offering adoptions at a reduced price.
9/5 - Searching for a furry friend? Jax Humane Society waives all adoption fees through Labor Day
The Jacksonville Humane Society is waiving all adoption fees for dogs and cats starting today, Sept. 5, as part of a Labor Day weekend event in partnership with the ASPCA.
9/3 - Sports ticket auction to help Jacksonville Humane Society - The Ponte Vedra Recorder
The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is giving sports fans an opportunity to experience two premier matches in London while making a lifesaving difference for homeless pets. JHS recently …
8/31 - New Data: Orange County Animal Services saves more cats than 99% of U.S. shelters | The Apopka Voice - The Apopka Voice
Orange County Animal Services saved 7,191 cats during the 12 months ending in September 2025, according to a nationwide study by cat-care brand KittySpout. That placed the shelter among the top 1% in the country and represented approximately one cat saved every hour and 13 minutes.
8/22 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home
Northeast Florida animal shelters feature a variety of dogs and cats available for adoptions. Here are 8 this week.
8/15 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home - AOL
Northeast Florida animal shelters feature a variety of dogs and cats available for adoptions. Here are 8 this week.
8/8 - Jacksonville Humane Society offering Vet Camp for middle-schoolers on September 7
The Jacksonville Human Society has opened online registrations for its Middle School Vet Camp on Monday, September 7. Future aspiring veterinarians and vet technicians in grades 6 through 8 get a chance to tour and observe the Jacksonville Humane Society hospital.
7/25 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home - AOL
Northeast Florida animal shelters feature a variety of dogs and cats available for adoptions. Here are 8 this week.
7/23 - PetSmart stores hosting adoption event - The Ponte Vedra Recorder
If you have been considering adding a furry friend to your family, now is the perfect time to do it! PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week is July 20-29. Late spring and summer mark …
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(749x0:751x2)/nehemiah-1-b95e9bdf139e469eb8653b37de6a06eb.jpg)
7/20 - Florida Shelter Celebrates 11-Year-Old Boy for Spending Over 100 Hours Reading to Rescue Pets
Nehemiah Turner, 11, achieved his goal of accruing 100 hours of reading time with animals at Jacksonville Humane Society. He is the first child to complete 100 hours of reading through the shelter’s Pawsitive Reading program.
7/20 - Jax Humane Society (@jaxhumane) on X
🐾 Join us at PetSmart for #NationalAdoptionWeek! 🎉 We're partnering up with PetSmart Charities to host an adoption event at PetSmart Southside, Sat., July 25-Sun., July 26 10 am- 3 pm So many pets are waiting to meet their perfect match; it could be you! 🐶🐱 See you there!
7/11 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home
Northeast Florida animal shelters feature a variety of dogs and cats available for adoptions. Here are 8 this week.
6/22 - ‘Our hearts are so full’: Dozens of pets find new homes during mega adoption event in Tallahassee
More than 80 pets were adopted from the Tallahassee Animal Service Center over the weekend as part of a statewide adoption blitz.
6/21 - Happy Tails! Nearly 300 dogs and cats adopted at MEGA pet adoption event in Jacksonville
Several shelters from counties across North Florida gathered at the Prime Osborn Convention Center in Jacksonville, bringing pets to potential adopters who may not have had the chance to meet them oth...
6/17 - Passion 4 Pets: Mega Adoption event, June 19th - 21st
The Petco Love MEGA Adoption Event is going to be June 19 - 21, 2026. Adoption fees are waived, the event is two days at Prime Osborn, parking is free, hundreds of pets to choose from!
6/12 - Crestview Animal Services joins statewide MEGA adoption event with goal of 2,000 homes
Crestview Animal Services will participate in the 4th Annual Petco Love Florida MEGA Adoption Event June 19-21, with waived adoption fees for available pets.
6/8 - Name kittens and support the Jacksonville Humane Society in annual fundraising drive
The Jacksonville Humane Society has taken in more than 1,000 kittens this year and, with kitten season at its peak, the shelter says it has officially run out of names.
5/31 - Dozens of dogs look for forever homes at adoption event in Bartram Park
Dozens of dogs look for forever homes at adoption event in Bartram Park
5/30 - Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home - AOL
Northeast Florida animal shelters featire a variety of dogs and cats available for adoptions. Here are 8 this week.
10/8 - Big dogs. Real families. Plenty of stories to share. 🧡💚 You may have already seen our Go Big. Go Home Together. ads popping up! Now, we’re excited to introduce you to the big dogs and families behind JHS’s new campaign. Every dog in the commercial below was adopted from JHS, and their families are giving us a look at what life is like when a big dog joins your family! Over the next week, we’ll share their stories and how they became family. We hope getting to know them encourages you to get to know a big dog, too. Ready to start your own story? JHS and Animal Care & Protective Services are teaming up October 17–18 with waived adoption fees for dogs and cats at both shelters. Save the dates and meet our current big dogs using the link in our bio!
Watch on Instagram
10/8 - An orange cat named Garfield? The resemblance speaks for itself. 🧡 This big boy is ready to make the jump from your screen to your home. Come meet Garfield at JHS, 8464 Beach Blvd., and see if he’s your next leading man!
Watch on Instagram
10/7 - Nehemiah has become the star of the @jaxhumane after completing more than 100 volunteer hours. But he's not walking dogs or playing with cats, he's reading to them.
Watch on Instagram
10/5 - Our hearts are full, Jacksonville. 🧡💚 Thank you to everyone who joined us for Toast to the Animals. Seeing so many people come together for the dogs and cats in our care reminds us how much kindness there is in this community. Together, you helped raise more than $325,000 for the JHS Medical Fund! Your generosity will help pets get the treatment, comfort and time they need to heal and find loving homes. To our guests, sponsors, vendors and volunteers, thank you for giving your time, sharing your talents and opening your hearts. Behind every pet who receives care at JHS are people like you who make it possible. We’re so grateful to have you as part of the JHS family. 🥂 We want to give a special thanks to Jason Edwards for coming to Toast to the Animals and putting together this beautiful video!
Watch on Instagram
9/30 - Proof you don’t have to be a grownup to make a big difference to those who need it. 🐾 @jojojobean74 @jaxhumane Nehemiah Turner is only 11 years old and he’s already logged 150 hours reading to shelter pets in Jacksonville, Florida.
Watch on Instagram
9/30 - There are SO many personalities waiting to meet you at JHS right now. 🧡💚 We’ve got dogs who are professional couch potatoes, dogs who are ready for every adventure, dogs who will do just about anything for a treat, dogs who want to be right by your side, and plenty who have their own adorable little quirks. No two dogs are exactly alike, which means your kind of dog might be waiting here right now. Come spend some time with our adoptable dogs, get to know their personalities, and see who you connect with! 📍 8464 Beach Blvd. 🐾 Meet our available pets at jaxhumane.org/adopt
Watch on Instagram
9/28 - 👀 Consider this your sneak peek… Our Toast to the Animals silent auction is packed with items you’ll definitely want to bid on! From unique experiences to local favorites and plenty of surprises, there’s something for everyone. ✨ See something you want? You’ll have to join us at the 28th Annual Toast to the Animals to place your bids! 🥂🐾 📅 Friday, October 2 📍 Jessie Ball duPont Center 🎟️ Get your tickets now using the link in our bio! Come raise a glass, bid on something fun, and support the pets and people of JHS. 🧡💚
Watch on Instagram
9/24 - Good food, great drinks, adorable animals and a whole lot of fun. 🥂🐾 Toast to the Animals is almost here! Join us for one of JHS’s favorite nights of the year, filled with delicious bites from local restaurants, drinks, auctions, the Cuddle Corner and plenty of moments worth raising a glass to. 🧡💚 📅 Friday, October 2 ⏰ 6–9 p.m. 📍 Jessie Ball duPont Center And the best part? Every ticket helps support the JHS Medical Fund and pets in our community. We’re just over ONE WEEK away, so grab your tickets and come Toast with us! 🥂 Use the link in our profile to purchase your tickets now!
Watch on Instagram
9/20 - Does a kid in your life want to get involved in animal welfare, but don't know where to start? Reading to shelter dogs is a great way to help them get comfortable with socializing! Meet Nehemiah, the 11 Year-Old Helping Jacksonville Shelter Dogs Get Adopted With Pawsitive Reading. When Nehemiah was just 9 years old, his grandmother brought him to their local shelter to begin volunteering to read to shelter dogs. Two years later, Nehemiah has now read for over 100 hours to shelter dogs! Reading with shelter dogs not only helps them with stress and socialization, it also helps them get adopted. Nehemiah is showing us all how we can do our part to advocate for animal adoption and help improve the lives of shelter dogs and help them find their forever homes. Watch the full discussion on @ShelterDogsBook's YouTube channel! Want to donate a copy of Shelter Dogs to a shelter reading program? Learn more at www.shelterdogsbook.com. Learn more the Jacksonville Humane Society here: https://jaxhumane.org/ Learn more about the Pawsitive Reading Program here: https://jaxhumane.org/get-involved/education/pawsitive-reading/ Want to volunteer, donate, or make a shelter dog's day brighter? Check out your local rescue organization to see how you can help! Want another way to support animal rescue? Get your copy of Amelie’s fourth book, Shelter Dogs, and 100% of the profits go to animal shelters and rescue organizations. Learn more at shelterdogsbook.com. Music Credit: Railways, Riverside Music PC: Guest: Nehemiah Turner Host: Shafer Stedron, Little House of Dreams Entertainment Little House of Dreams Entertainment, LLC 2026. All Rights Reserved #shelterdogs #amelieanastasia #pawsitivereadingprogram #adoptdontshop #rescue
Watch on Instagram
9/19 - Meet Nehemiah, the 11 Year-Old Helping Jacksonville Shelter Dogs Get Adopted With Pawsitive Reading! When Nehemiah was just 9 years old, his grandmother brought him to their local shelter to begin volunteering to read to shelter dogs. Two years later, Nehemiah has now read for over 100 hours to shelter dogs! Reading with shelter dogs not only helps them with stress and socialization, it also helps them get adopted. Nehemiah is showing us all how we can do our part to advocate for animal adoption and help improve the lives of shelter dogs and help them find their forever homes. Tune in to learn more about Nehemiah's dedication to helping shelter dogs on today's episode of Shelter Dogs on YouTube @shelterdogsbook, out 06:00 EST! Want to donate a copy of Shelter Dogs to a shelter reading program? Learn more at www.shelterdogsbook.com. Learn more the Jacksonville Humane Society here: https://jaxhumane.org/ Learn more about the Pawsitive Reading Program here: https://jaxhumane.org/get-involved/education/pawsitive-reading/ Want to volunteer, donate, or make a shelter dog's day brighter? Check out your local rescue organization to see how you can help! Want another way to support animal rescue? Get your copy of Amelie’s fourth book, Shelter Dogs, and 100% of the profits go to animal shelters and rescue organizations. Learn more at shelterdogsbook.com. Music Credit: Railways, Riverside Music PC: Guest: Nehemiah Turner Host: Shafer Stedron, Little House of Dreams Entertainment Little House of Dreams Entertainment, LLC 2026. All Rights Reserved #shelterdogs #amelieanastasia #pawsitivereadingprogram #adoptdontshop #rescue
Watch on Instagram
