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Friday, April 26, 2024

Marion County animal shelter reaches capacity, waives adoption fees

Marion County Animal Services is currently waiving all adoption fees due to an influx of animals at its shelter.

The animal shelter, which is located at 5701 SE 66th Street in Ocala, is filled to capacity with over 200 animals that are seeking a forever home. According to Animal Services, the greatest need is dog adoptions.

Below are some of the animals at the shelter that are ready to be adopted:

Marion County Animal Services waives adoption fees March 2023 pets for adoption photo of four dogs
These dogs are available for adoption at the animal shelter located at 5701 SE 66th Street in Ocala (Photos: Marion County Animal Services)
Marion County Animal Services pets for adoption March 2023 photo of four additional dogs available for adoption
These dogs are available for adoption at the animal shelter located at 5701 SE 66th Street in Ocala (Photos: Marion County Animal Services)
Marion County Animal Services pets for adoption March 2023 photo of two additional dogs and two cats available for adoption
These dogs and cats are available for adoption at the animal shelter located at 5701 SE 66th Street in Ocala (Photos: Marion County Animal Services)

In a social media post, Marion County Animal Services stated, “We have over 200 (animals) who are seeking great homes, and even more are immediately ready to fill their empty cages. If you can help, please don’t wait. Come in today and make a difference.”

In addition, Marion County Animal Services is accepting donations, which are used to improve the lives of all animals within the facility. Donations can be made in person, online, or mailed to Marion County Animal Services at: 5701 SE 66th Street, Ocala, FL 34480.

For more information, or to view the animals that are available for adoption, visit the Marion County Animal Services website.