SFAR depends on volunteers for support in all aspects of our operation. For more information on volunteering, please call Sam at (941) 492-6200.

Lori, Becca and Emily Christie stop to spend time with the cats in between their cleaning duties.

Debbie Churyk, one of our volunteer adoption counselors, finalizes paperwork during an Adoption Trail event.

We also want to thank the local veterinarians who donate their services at little or no charge:

Dr. Dean Ebert - South Trail Animal Hospital (941) 497-0033
Dr. Laila Vilums - South Trail Animal Hospital (941) 497-0033
Dr. Molly Caldwell - Venice Pines Veterinary Clinic (941) 492-9692
Dr. Gary Berkowitz - Veterinary Associates of Jacaranda (941) 492-3080
Dr. Stephen Iulo - Veterinary Associates of Jacaranda (941) 492-3080

Cathy watches as one of the attendees of the KidFest at the Church of the Nazarene in Venice pets a cat.

Kitten season is upon us!! Foster homes needed immediately!! For more info on becoming a foster, please contact the shelter at 492-6200 and ask for Gail

Needed immediately:

Veterinarian, either actively practicing or retired, to volunteer a day or so a week. We can work around your hours of availibility.

No pay but plenty of love from our furry, purry friends!!

Call Jill at (941) 485-5099

John and his assistant Birget put some finishes touches on the new porch area for the adoption side.

Handyman for odds and ends around the shelter

Volunteer with woodworking skills to help with a few projects

Also needed:

Now accepting applications for our paid cleaner position. Please stop by the shelter during regular hours to apply.