9/14/23 @ 8:30 a.m. - A big thank you to Sliders Seaside Grill for organizing a charity event to benefit Nassau County Animal Services. 

This Saturday and Sunday from 1:00-10:00 p.m., they will have live music, a giant waterslide and raffles for more than 50 great prizes. All proceeds will benefit NCAS and assist in helping to care for the animals in the shelter. 

See flyer for details!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

9/12/23 @ 4:45 p.m. - Nassau County Animal Services currently has several tiny kittens that need to be bottle fed every 2-3 hours and are seeking fosters. If you have room in your home and heart, please consider helping these babies. NCAS will provide you with all the supplies you need. 

Please fill out our foster form HERE: http://bit.ly/fosterNCAS and call NCAS at 904.530.6150.

The shelter is located at 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (near Target, Petco, and Home Depot)

Shelter hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 11 -4, Wednesday 1 – 6, Saturday, Sunday 11 –4

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

9/12/23 @ 9:45 a.m.

​Happy Cat Month! Celebrated annually in September, this event was created by the CATalyst Council and aims to spread education and awareness about the health, welfare and importance of our furry, feline friends.

Cats are majestic creatures that have lived alongside humans for almost as long as dogs. And despite the common misconception that cats are self-reliant, they are actually very social animals that require the same level of care and attention that we lavish upon dogs.
Looking for ways to make sure your cat is happy? Try the following:

- Install a perch indoors near a sunny window
- Buy a ready-made cat tree (aka Kitty Condo) to create more areas to play and rest
- Play with your cat each day
- Provide various types of toys that allow your cat to stalk, chase, pounce and kick. And when you're not
  home, leave out paper bags and cardboard boxes for them to enjoy.
- Provide them with cat grass so your indoor feline can graze
- Clean their litter box regularly

Also, if you have an indoor cat, be sure they still have an ID tag in case they get out. Or for extra assurance, have your cat microchipped and ensure their registry is up-to-date.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

8/11/23 @ 10:15 a.m.

​Ready to find your furry soulmate? Look no further! With NCAS Adoption Express, we make adopting your new best friend simple and convenient. Say goodbye to the overwhelming search, and hello to love at first sight!

With NCAS Adoption Express we bring our adoptable animals to your doorstep! It’s as simple as browsing the NCAS website, choosing an animal that tugs at your heart strings, and then calling the shelter to set up an appointment time so we can stop by with your new best friend!

Walking through any animal shelter can be stressful for you and for the animals, this will help alleviate kennel stress, which can be detrimental in the long run. With less noise from the shelter, meeting your new companion will be smoother and calmer than ever. It will also make meet and greats with your own dog less stress inducing by meeting their new pal in the comfort of their own home, this is especially beneficial for pets with anxiety.

The NCAS Adoption Express will take off on August 15th, so keep an eye on our website and pick out your new furever pal.

To see our available pets and to submit online adoption/foster applications, visit our website, https://bit.ly/ncasweb, or stop by our shelter.

The shelter is located at 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (near Target, Petco, and Home Depot), 904.530.6150.

Shelter hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 11 -4, Wednesday 1 – 6, Saturday, Sunday 11 –4

​Please click http://bit.ly/adoptNCAS22 to submit an online application. Rescue groups and out-of-state residents are welcome to apply.

8/4/23 @ 4:35 p.m.

​All adoption fees are currently being waived until further notice. But this won’t last forever, come by to get your free best friend, or friends, today!

We have so many dogs right now, small, large, old, young, fluffy, low shedding, anything you could think of! Did I mention kittens? But I mean who doesn’t want free kittens, that speaks for itself.

Come adopt today! To see our available pets and to submit online adoption/foster applications, visit our website, https://bit.ly/ncasweb, or stop by our shelter.

The shelter is located at 86078 License Road, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (near Target, Petco, and Home Depot), 904.530.6150.

Shelter hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 11 -4, Wednesday 1 – 6, Saturday, Sunday 11 –4
Please click http://bit.ly/adoptNCAS22 to submit an online application. Rescue groups and out-of-state residents are welcome to apply.
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Wanna take a dog on a doggy date? To get started, click this link https://tinyurl.com/NCASdoggydate and complete an application. We will send you an email with some advice and tips. Then call the shelter at 904.530.6150 and let them know when you plan on stopping by.

Adopting a shelter pet is good for your wallet and your soul! Shelter pets cost less than pets found at a breeder and the price of adoption includes vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, and microchipping. And you can feel good knowing that you're providing an animal a second chance at a new life beyond shelter walls.

What are some other advantages of adopting a shelter pet you ask? Below are a list of top 10 reasons provided by ASPCA:

1. You're saving more than one life. It goes without saying that by adopting a rescue pet, you're saving a life. However you're actually saving more than one. Every time a pet leaves the shelter, space opens for another animal in need.
2. Unconditional love. Shelter dogs have so much love to give. And they will love you forever once you let them into your heart!
3. You're giving a second chance to a deserving animal. Second chances are hard to come by but when you adopt, you truly give them an opportunity for a new, happy life.
4. You get a chance to stay active. Your four-legged friend will give you a reason to get outdoors more.
5. You have someone new to shop for. It's always fun to spoil those we love, especially our furry friends!
6. You're fighting back against cruel breeding. According to ASPCA, puppies purchased from pet stores often come from cruel breeding facilities where the dogs are confined to small, filthy spaces and receive very little attention or care.
7. Destress and unwind with someone who will never judge you. Your dog is always there to listen and he will never judge you.
8. Increase your social interactions. Getting out there with your pet can also help you make new human friends.
9. You'll have a lifelong friend. Your pet will be your pal and family member. You will never feel lonely and in return, neither will your shelter dog.
10. Life will never be boring again. Your new pet will keep life exciting, fresh and full of love.

If you are interested in adopting a pet, please visit Nassau County Animal Services located at 86078 License Road (across from Target). They are open to the public on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11am-4pm; on Wednesdays from 1pm-6pm; and Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. The shelter is closed to the public on Mondays. ​
#adoptdontshop

​-Sabrina Robertson
​ Public Information Officer

7/15/23 @ 9:00 a.m. - Nassau County Fire Rescue and Nassau County Animal Services have partnered to raise awareness about some of the wonderful cats and dogs available for adoption. On Friday, July 14th, we visited Station 20 on Amelia Island. Below are some photos of the rescue personnel showing the pets some love. 

Stay tuned for future editions of our Rescuers for Rescues campaign. 

If you are interested in adopting a pet, please visit Nassau County Animal Services located at 86078 License Road (across from Target). They are open to the public on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11am-4pm; on Wednesdays from 1pm-6pm; and Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. The shelter is closed to the public on Mondays.

If you have any questions, you can reach Animal Services at (904) 530-6150.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

6/26/23 @ 10:45 a.m. - This past weekend, Nassau County Animal Services participated in a Mega Adoption Event held at the Avenues Mall. Shelter and animal rescue groups from around Florida participated in the event which featured hundreds of pets and free adoptions.

We are excited to report that 33 wonderful canines from Nassau County Animal Services found homes during the 3-day event which ended with a total of 227 dogs and cats adopted from the Northeast Florida Region. Below are a few photos of Nassau County pups going home with their new owners. We love seeing all these smiling faces and happy pups!

We appreciate the employees from Nassau County Animal Services who dedicated their time this weekend to transporting pets and working the adoption event. Your hard work and efforts have not gone unnoticed.  

We would also like to thank Petco Love and Bobs from Sketchers for organizing and sponsoring the event. We are so happy that so many matches were made. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer 

6/13/23 @ 10:15 a.m. - It's not too late to purchase tickets for the next Cat Cafe!

Grab a drink, read a book, and cuddle with friendly adoptable felines! Tickets are $10 for each person visiting with the cats and includes one hour of reading and cuddling time. 

While we are looking for loving homes for the cats, adoption is not required to participate in the event. All proceeds will benefit the Nassau County Public Library System and Nassau County Animal Care & Control.

Event Location:
Hilliard Library, 45821 County Road 108

Date(s):
Wednesday, June 21st beginning at 10:00 a.m. through Friday, June 23rd
Appointments are scheduled by the hour. 

Reserve your spot today at www.nassaureads.com. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer