The Jacksonville Humane Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need while engaging the hearts, hands and minds of our community to bring about an end to the killing of abandoned and orphaned shelter animals.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is a local, independent, 501c3 non-profit in Jacksonville, Florida. We care for nearly 11,000 dogs and cats each year and offer a wide range of community programs including pet adoption, support for pet owners, resources for lost and found animals, veterinary outreach programs, youth programs, and more.

Adoptions, Fostering Program, Spay/Neuter Services, Training/Behavior, Public Education, Volunteer Program

Sign in at our front desk any time we are open to meet a specific pet! Walk-ins are encouraged! No prior contact/application necessary. Once you sign-in for a pet, an adoption counselor will meet with you as soon as they are next available. They will go over any history we have (medical/behavioral) and bring the pet to you to meet. If the pet is available to go home the same day (not on a stray hold and already spayed/neutered) then you can take home your pet that day! If not, you can pre-adopt (a paid hold, contract signed) and get assigned a pick-up date. Payment and contract are due at either full adoption or time of pre-adoption

Our website is a great start- We have a wide variety of cats and dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities waiting to find homes. Browse their pictures and profiles, then come by and our staff will help you find your new family member! Sign in at our front desk any time we are open to meet a specific pet! Walk-ins are encouraged! *Website browsing not required*
Additional options-
Are you on your way to adopt from JHS right now? Join our online waitlist! Our online waitlist will reserve your place in line to meet with an adoption counselor, reducing the time you will wait at JHS today.

NOTE: Joining our online waitlist does not guarantee the availability of the pet you are interested in. Pet adoptions are still first come, first served.

Looking for a more personalized experience? Can’t figure out which pet is right for you? The next time you’re at JHS, you can schedule an appointment to get one-on-one time with an Adoption Counselor who will help you find the best match for your home.

NOTE: We cannot guarantee a match for age or size preferences will be available at the time of your appointment. Pet adoptions are still first come, first served.