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Canine Castaways, Inc.

Dog rescue in Arcadia, FL

Canine Castaways, Inc. is a non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to rescuing dogs in need, rehabilitating if necessary, and then adopting to approved homes where they will be loved as part of a family while also encouraging responsible pet care and striving to increase awareness of the consequences of pet overpopulation through educational programs and materials. We do not operate from a shelter but rather a network of foster homes in different areas of the state so it may not always be possible for you to meet more than one of our dogs at a time. While this can be frustrating for a prospective adopter, the foster home setting allows us to better evaluate the dogs' temperaments and help them adjust to family life. We deal primarily with dogs under 30 pounds but will also take in larger dogs if a foster home is available.

Contact
Address
PO Box 3295
Arcadia, FL 34265
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Adoptable pets at Canine Castaways, Inc.

We'll also keep you updated on Valentine's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Valentine

Havanese/Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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

Rat Terrier/Smooth Fox Terrier

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

Chihuahua/Dachshund

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

Chihuahua/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young
Arcadia, FL
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Bolt

Jack Russell Terrier/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Arcadia, FL
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Kona

Standard Schnauzer/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

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

Chihuahua/Pomeranian

Male, Puppy
Arcadia, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Marshall's adoption status with email updates.
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Marshall

Pomeranian

Male, Young
Arcadia, FL

Rescue FAQs

DeSoto, Charlotte, Sarasota, Manatee and Hardee Counties along with other areas of Florida

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Home Check
  • 3. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

Adopting a pet is a lifetime commitment and is a responsibility that should be taken very seriously. Our dogs may have been lost, abandoned, abused or surrendered by a previous family and may require time to adjust to a new home. Many times there will be more than one application for a dog but we strive to match each dog with the most appropriate family. At this time, adoptions are limited to within the state of Florida.

Our goal is to place healthy, well-adjusted dogs. All of our dogs are vet checked including spayed or neutered; heartworm tested (placed on preventative if negative and treatment started if positive); up to date on vaccinations; bloodwork; urinalysis; dewormed and provided with any other medical care necessary. Our dogs are also microchipped for permanent identification. Our adoption donation, which is normally $300.00 for adults and $400.00 for puppies, is to help offset these veterinary expenses. Our adoption contract allows for a dog to be returned within 7 calendar days for a full refund; otherwise, all donations are non-refundable after that time. If for any reason you decide you no longer can keep your adopted dog, the dog MUST be returned to Canine Castaways.

Adoption application

https://www.caninecastaways.org/adoption-application

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Chip-Sweet Puppy!

English Bulldog/American Bulldog

Male, 8 mos
Fort Myers, FL
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Dexter

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Port Charlotte, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Gizmo's adoption status with email updates.
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Gizmo

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Punta Gorda, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Millie's adoption status with email updates.
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Millie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Port Charlotte, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Maya's adoption status with email updates.
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Maya

Alaskan Malamute/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 yrs 9 mos
LaBelle, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Peyton's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Peyton

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Young
Tampa, FL

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