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Sheltering Hands, Inc

Cat rescue in Ocala, FL

We're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, comprised mainly of volunteers that is dedicated to Improving the lives of cats through humane care, spay/neuter programs, adoptions, education and support services.

We offer several adoption programs including:

Traditional program - all ages

Love for a LifeTime Program - cats 8+ years/humans 75+ years; medical covered through our Clinic (conditions apply) for lifetime of the cat. Contact us for details.

Feel the Love Program - cats FeLV+; medical covered through our Clinic (conditions apply) for the lifetime of the cat. Contact us for details.

Take a Chance on Me Program - overlooked cats due to medical/behavioral concerns; 3-month foster commitment with direct support by our staff

Contact
Address
10397 N US-27
Ocala, FL 34482
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Meet their adoptable pets

10397 N US-27

Ocala, FL 34482

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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Sheltering Hands, Inc

We'll also keep you updated on Lucille's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucille

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Woodstock's adoption status with email updates.
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Woodstock

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Snoopy's adoption status with email updates.
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Snoopy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Desi's adoption status with email updates.
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Desi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Jem's adoption status with email updates.
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Jem

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Mavis's adoption status with email updates.
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Mavis

Calico

Female, Adult
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Nan's adoption status with email updates.
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Nan

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Ocala, FL

Rescue FAQs

Marion, Levy, Lake and Sumter Counties

  • 1. Meet the Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our goal is to match you with a cat or kitten that is purrfect fit for your family

Adoption application

https://www.shelteringhands.org/adoptionapplication

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We'll also keep you updated on ELVIS's adoption status with email updates.
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ELVIS

Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Prince's adoption status with email updates.
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Prince

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Brooksville, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Hope's adoption status with email updates.
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Hope

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 10 mos
Inverness, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Checkers's adoption status with email updates.
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Checkers

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs 2 mos
Leesburg, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Chester's adoption status with email updates.
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Chester

Macaw

Female Young
Inverness, FL
We'll also keep you updated on PEPPA PIG's adoption status with email updates.
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PEPPA PIG

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs
Ocala, FL

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