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The St. Johns County Pet Center is an adoption center run by the St. Johns County Government. Social Media Policy: sjcfl.us/social-media-policy/

10/01/2026

💙🐾 October is Pit Bull Awareness Month! 🐾💙

This month, we celebrate the loyal, loving, and resilient dogs often known as "pit bulls" while encouraging responsible pet ownership and helping break the stereotypes surrounding them.

Pit bulls are individuals—just like every other dog. Their personalities are shaped by their experiences, training, and the love they receive. Many are affectionate family companions who enjoy cuddles, playtime, and being by your side.

At our shelter, we've seen firsthand how incredible these dogs can be. They deserve the opportunity to be judged by their hearts—not by misconceptions.

Looking to add a new best friend to your family? Consider opening your home to a shelter pit bull. You may discover a loyal companion who will love you unconditionally.

🐶 How you can help this month:
❤️ Meet a pit bull before making assumptions.
🏡 Adopt or foster if you're able.
📢 Share positive stories and help educate others.
🐾 Be a responsible pet owner through training, socialization, and proper care.

Together, we can replace myths with understanding and give every dog the chance to shine.

09/28/2026

This World Rabies Day, take a moment to help protect your pets, your family, and our community by making sure your dogs, cats, and ferrets are current on their rabies vaccinations. Keeping vaccinations up to date is not only required by law in many areas—it's one of the most important steps you can take to prevent the spread of this fatal disease.

Together, we can create a safer future for both people and animals.

✔️ Vaccinate your pets.
✔️ Avoid contact with unfamiliar wildlife.
✔️ Report suspicious wildlife behavior to your local animal control agency.
✔️ Encourage friends and family to keep their pets protected.

09/27/2026

Kacey and Sammy are living their best lives at the Art & Bark at the Park. There's still time to come out and see us!

09/24/2026

🏈 Your Sunday Squad Needs an MVP! 🐾

Looking for the perfect co-captain for your Sunday game days? Our dogs are ready to join your roster—and trust us, this is one draft pick you won't regret!

Whether you're a die-hard fan or just there for the commercials and snacks, our pups are the ultimate game day companions. They'll keep you company during every play, won't hog the remote, and they're always up for celebrating (or commiserating) when the clock runs out.

What you get with these all-stars:
🐶 Unconditional loyalty (even during losing seasons)
🐶 Expert-level cuddling during commercial breaks
🐶 Zero complaints about your snack choices
🐶 A wagging tail that says "we got this" no matter the score

Don't let one of these MVP's spend another Sunday on the sidelines. Come meet them and bring home your new favorite teammate! 💙🏈

09/19/2026

☀️ It's Saturday—Time to Get Out There! 🐾 The sun is shining, the weekend is here, and you know what that means? It's the perfect day to do something fun! Take a walk through the park. Grab some ice cream. Explore somewhere new. Maybe even meet a furry friend who's been waiting for someone just like you.
Our dogs would LOVE to be part of your Saturday adventure- They're great walking buddies, excellent ice cream taste-testers (okay, maybe not), and they're definitely ready to add some extra joy to your day. So lace up those sneakers, grab the leash, and let's make this Saturday one to remember. 🐶💙

09/13/2026

🐶🤎 Happy National Hug Your Hound Day! 🤎🐶

Today is all about celebrating the lovable, long-eared companions who have a knack for following their noses—and stealing our hearts.

Whether your hound is a Beagle, Basset Hound, Bloodhound, Coonhound, Greyhound, or a wonderful mixed breed, today is the perfect excuse to give them an extra hug, a few extra treats, and plenty of love.

Don't have a hound of your own? Visit your local shelter! You might just meet a floppy-eared best friend who's been waiting for someone to wrap them in a hug and give them the forever home they deserve.

Every hound has a story. Help make the next chapter their happiest one yet. ❤️🏡

📸 We'd love to see your hounds! Share a photo in the comments and tell us what makes them so special.

08/26/2026

🎉 It's International Dog Day! 🎉 Today is all about celebrating our canine companions—the ones who fill our homes with joy, our hearts with love, and our lives with endless tail wags. At the shelter, we're surrounded by incredible dogs every single day. Each one has their own personality, their own story, and their own way of making the world a little brighter. From the playful pups who can't stop zooming to the gentle souls who just want to be by your side, they all have one thing in common: they're waiting for someone to see them. Being a dog parent is one of the most rewarding adventures you'll ever have. The daily walks, the silly moments, the quiet cuddles—it all adds up to something pretty special. So today, we're celebrating every dog out there… and hoping a few of ours find their forever homes soon. 🐶💗 Come meet them. You might just find your new best friend.
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08/19/2026

💋 Pucker Up, Buttercup! 💋
Our dogs have been working overtime perfecting their kissing technique, and let's just say… they're really, really good at it! 🐶💕 Looking for someone who'll greet you like you've been gone for years (even if it's only been five minutes)? Someone who thinks you're the absolute best thing since squeaky toys? Someone who'll cover you in slobbery smooches just because you exist? We've got a whole shelter full of love bugs ready to make you their favorite person. These pups don't do anything halfway—especially when it comes to showing affection. Expect wet noses, happy tails, and enough kisses to last a lifetime. Fair warning: you might leave with a face full of slobber and a heart full of love💗🐾
💋Come and get your pup kiss today! 💋

08/17/2026

Happy Black Cat Appreciation Day!
Today we celebrate the sleek, elegant, always underrated “mini panther” who might just be lounging on your couch or ruling your household with quiet confidence.
Black cats have so much love to give—and so do cats of every color. Shelters are full of wonderful companions waiting for their chance at a forever home, whether they’re jet‑black, snow‑white, calico, tabby, or anything in between.
If you’ve ever dreamed of living with your very own lap‑sized panther, today’s the perfect day to make that happen. And if your heart leads you to a different shade of furry friend, that’s just as special.
Adopt love. Adopt magic. Adopt any cat. 🐾✨🖤
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08/15/2026

As National Relaxation Day it's the perfect reminder to slow down… and there’s nothing more calming than the love of a dog or cat.
If you’ve been thinking about adopting, today’s a beautiful day to find your new best friend. Shelters are full of sweet pups & felines waiting for a cozy home, a comfy couch, and someone to relax with.
Take a moment today to breathe deeply, unwind, and maybe meet the pet who will bring a little extra peace into your life.
Adopt. Relax. Repeat. 🐶💛

Address

130 N Stratton Road
Saint Augustine, FL
32095

Telephone

+19042096190

Website

https://www.sjcfl.us/pet-center/

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