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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 Sheba's adoption status with email updates.
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Sheba

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

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 Lou's adoption status with email updates.
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We'll also keep you updated on 56217173's adoption status with email updates.
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We'll also keep you updated on Gena's adoption status with email updates.
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Gena

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 yrs 10 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Diamond's adoption status with email updates.
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Diamond

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 7 yrs 6 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Zoeie's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Zoeie

Australian Shepherd

Female, 5 yrs
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We'll also keep you updated on MATER's adoption status with email updates.
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MATER

American Bulldog

Male, 6 yrs 6 mos
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