A dog found in a Arlington family's trash can is now in the care of the Jacksonville Humane Society.

Meet Royce, a lovable 6-year-old pup with a heart as big as his love for treats, snuggling, and meeting new friends. Royce is the definition of a “people dog,” bringing joy and companionship wherever he goes.

The Jacksonville Humane Society needs help finding new homes for young kittens after an unusual late-season influx in November.

Several Northeast Florida organizations wrapped up a pet adoption event on Sunday. Dozens of pets found new homes in Jacksonville Beach for the Whiskers and Waves event.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with three local shelters for a free pet adoption event and festival at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach this weekend.

Hurricane Milton has begun impacting Florida’s west coast and airports throughout the state are adjusting their plans accordingly.

If you are looking for a way to make a "pawsitive" impact during the storm - there is still time to serve as a temporary storm foster with the Jacksonville Humane Society!

If you are looking for a way to make a pawsitive impact during the storm, there’s still time to serve as a temporary foster with the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS).

The Humane Society is asking families to serve as “Storm Troopers” and host a dog or cat for a sleepover during the storm.

A dog who was brought into the Jacksonville Humane Society severely malnourished a couple of weeks ago, has been recovering successfully and now lives in a loving temporary home, the shelter said Monday

The Jacksonville Humane Society is asking the community for donations to help with the medical treatment of one of their dogs who was brought into the shelter severely malnourished.

Irwin is a 3-year-old boy who has been described as happy-go-lucky, clever, and affectionate. And he needs to find his fur-ever home!

It’s been unusually hot in Jacksonville, and pets are feeling it, too! The Jacksonville Humane Society is sharing tips on keeping pets safe and cool this summer.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with PetSmart Charities to support the 30th Anniversary National Adoption Week from July 15-21.

The Jacksonville Humane Society will host its annual Mega Pet Adoption event at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds next weekend.

Cats and kittens of all ages need foster homes for a variety of reasons.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is asking the community to help name its new kittens throughout the month of June.

Attendees are invited to partake in the festivities of the 3rd annual Woofstock dog-friendly music festival at Kanine Social on April 13th.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is inviting the community, especially pet owners and lovers, to its fourth annual Mutt Market on March 23.

Tom Petty is a silly and adventurous 1-year-old boy. Tom Petty loves making new friends and is happiest when exploring outside. Tom Petty has been on a few Dog Day Out adventures, and his adventure pals describe him as enthusiastic, patient, and “ultra sweet”!

If you’re looking for a date this upcoming Valentine’s Day, the Jacksonville Humane Society has a paw-some opportunity for you.

The Jacksonville Humane Society received a $45,000 donation Thursday from The Players to help fund its educational outreach program, which works with various organizations to promote literacy among young at-risk children.

Hundreds of available dogs and cats will be available at the JHS Adoption, Education and Pet Help Center located at 8464 Beach Blvd. and at ACPS located at 2020 Forest St.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is offering a free adoption event for cats and kittens from Saturday to Sunday. The adoption fees for cats and kittens have been generously sponsored in loving memory of Missy.

Adoptions will be free for pets at the event.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is offering free adoptions Oct. 16-31 as part of Subaru Loves Pets Month.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to offer free pet adoptions this upcoming weekend.

Jacksonville's cutest pet for 2023 was announced Tuesday by the Jacksonville Humane Society after a contest that raised a total of $51,725 for the shelter.

The virtual contest raises money to support JHS pets while naming one lucky dog or cat the Cutest Pet in Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Humane Society will hold $20 adoptions for a week this summer.

The public can help in many ways, the first being to act as temporary foster parents by bringing kittens into their homes and raising them until they are 8 weeks of age.

If you’re planning on adopting a pet soon, you’re in luck. From May 1 until May 15, the Jacksonville Humane Society is offering $25 adoptions to help empty its shelter.

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Three animal advocacy groups in Jacksonville are asking the community for help as the annual "kitten season" approaches. They're sharing information about what you should do, and what to avoid, to best help out.

Want to work with dogs and cats all day? If that sounds like your dream job, the Jacksonville Humane Society wants you to mark your calendar for March 8.

Today on Pawsing for Pets we have “Pinta” from Jax Humane. Pinta is a super friendly pup who loves making new human friends. She is 5 years old and medium sized. She enjoys treats and gentle pets from people, especially kids - Pinta is a staple at our JHS Camps! She loves going on walks and spending time in the sunshine. Pinta is the perfect pet to spotlight during Love Every Pet Week (now through February 21st), during which we are taking time to highlight pets who need a little extra TLC but will make the perfect companion. Pinta has some allergies that JHS has been working on, and she graduated from Dogs Playing for Life, which means she has lots of special skills!

The world-famous Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is making some pit stops here in Jacksonville this weekend!

Tuesday, Jan. 24, is National “Change a Pet’s Life Day” and the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is seeking support from the community.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is offering free pet adoptions from Dec. 31 to Jan. 1.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) and Best Friends Animal Society, a leading national animal welfare organization working to save the lives of cats and dogs in America’s shelters by 2025, are teaming up for another adoption campaign to encourage people to adopt a new best friend.

Free adoptions will be available for military families on Veterans Day this Friday, and then will be open to all families at two PetSmart locations Saturday and Sunday.

A Jacksonville man unknowingly broke the law by abandoning his dogs at a Middleburg animal shelter.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is partnering with two area businesses, VyStar Credit Union and Subaru of Jacksonville, to offer free pet adoptions on Friday and Saturday.

The Jacksonville Humane Society transferred in 75 cats from shelters that were affected by Hurricane Ian.

The Jacksonville Humane Society and Animal Care and Protective Services are teaming up to offer a free adoption event this fall.

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BISSELL Pet Foundation is doing its part to take homeless pets from kennels to couches by sponsoring reduced adoption fees from Oct. 1 – 8.

Today on the show we had Nacho Cheese from Jacksonville Humane Society! Nacho Cheese is a sweet pup who loves snuggles and is looking for her forever home! Jax Humane has many amazing dogs that are looking for their fur-ever home.

Starting Friday, Sept. 16, through Sunday, Sept. 18, JHS will be waiving the adoption fee on all of our available pets.

The team at the Jacksonville Humane Society wants you to meet "Pawzilla"!

The results are in – The Jacksonville Humane Society announced the winner of its annual Cutest Pet Contest. It’s Raja!

The Jacksonville Humane Society is offering up free pets for senior citizens.

The economy is not only having an affect on us, it's affecting dogs and cats too.

Today on the show we had another adorable pup looking for their fur-ever home! Jacksonville Humane Society has many amazing dogs that are looking for their fur-ever home.

“Bring home happiness” when you add a new bestie to your family for National Adoption Weekend.

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville launched the initiative Thursday with its first event -- walking the more than 125 dogs at the Jacksonville Humane Society.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) needs your help to save the lives of underage kittens.

This event will be hosted in more than 275 shelters in 40 states, including the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS).

Pet food is one of the most frequent requests for support at the local humane society.

Meet adoptable dogs at PetSmart Regency this Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

If you’re looking for a new best friend, you have a chance to get one for FREE!

The Jacksonville Humane Society has been selected to appear on a national television show called “Shelter Me.”

If your kids are looking for a way to share their love, the Jacksonville Humane Society and nonprofit Petco Love have an idea for you this Saturday.

Homeless pets in shelters everywhere are at risk due to overcrowding, according to the Bissell Pet Foundation.

The Mutt Market will feature a large, outdoor market with retail vendors, food trucks, a silent auction, free adoptions and more.

Kitnapping is not the best option for kittens, mother cats and shelters.

Students from Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology will continue to intern at the Jacksonville Humane Society with the hope of one day becoming veterinarians.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is offering free pet adoptions for our large dogs over 30 pounds from Jan. 27 through Jan. 30.

A puppy left for dead gets a new lease on life and may soon get a new forever home and family.

The Jacksonville Humane Society was recently awarded a $900,000 grant from Petco Love, a nonprofit organization out of San Antonio that is committed to animal welfare.

For almost a decade now, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving has marked Giving Tuesday.

Hundreds of animals were adopted over the weekend.

Hundreds of eligible dogs and cats will be available at the JHS Adoption, Education & Pet Help Center at 8464 Beach Blvd.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) and Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) are participating in PetSmart Charities’ National Adoption Weekend in an effort to reduce crowding at both locations.

Two local businesses, VyStar Credit Union and Subaru of Jacksonville have stepped up to provide relief.

When a survivor realizes it’s time to escape an abusive relationship, sometimes they will hesitate because they don’t want to abandon or endanger their beloved pet.

Episcopal churches around the state held special services to honor animals and pets on Sunday.

The Jacksonville Humane Society took in some of the animals that had to be evacuated from a shelter in Gulfport, Mississippi, ahead of Hurricane Ida.

Adoption is the ultimate goal at the Humane Society especially right now. That’s why this weekend they’re sponsoring a free adoption event — but only for certain animals.

If you’ve been looking to make your family a little bit larger, you might be in luck.

Adopters can choose how much to donate toward the adoption of any dog over 30 pounds or adult cat.

Adopting a dog or cat from the Jacksonville Humane Society is a wonderful experience!

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Humane Society has acknowledged the lack of diversity in the field of veterinary medicine and is now doing something about it through a partnership with Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology on the Westside. The three students are enrolled in a diversity, equity and inclusion program that focuses on the field of veterinary medicine. Under the program, the Humane Society partners with Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology to help students interested in a career in veterinary medicine, especially minority students. Humane Society administrators told News4Jax the program’s aim is to create paths for employment -- both in Jacksonville and in the fields of animal welfare and veterinary medicine -- for historically underrepresented populations. (WJXT)Canada, Cornley and Davis will spend 250 hours at the Humane Society working directly with the veterinary team.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Humane Society invites pet owners to sit, stay, and play at the organization’s annual Mutt March. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, JHS has reimagined the event as the newly-dubbed Mutt Market for 2021. The event will be held outdoors and will feature market vendors and free adoptions. “Mutt Market is a variation of Mutt March, Jacksonville’s Largest Pet Walk and Festival,” Jacksonville Humane Society CEO Denise Deisler explained. To learn more about the Jacksonville Humane Society and its upcoming 2021 Mutt Market, please visit jaxhumane.org or call 904-725-8766.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Farah & Farah law firm and the Jacksonville community raised nearly $30,000 for the Paws & Stripes program for FIVE STAR Veterans Center and the Jacksonville Humane Society. Eddie and Chuck Farah presented the large check to the program on Friday at Intuition Ale Works. The donation was part of a fundraiser that invited community members to purchase a limited-time craft beer, called “For the Pups, Man,” -- every pint purchased meant a $4 donation, and Farah & Farah also matched each dollar up to $10,000 from website donations. The Paws & Stripes program provides in-depth volunteer training to post-9/11 service members, teaching them how to work with shelter dogs. Because of the community’s support, FIVE STAR will be able to assist with future vet bills, secure food and equipment for the dogs, and transport veterans to the program.

(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Jacksonville Humane Society is offering $14 adoptions on all pets in the adoption center on Feb. 14 – Feb. 17. All animals will be spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccinations. (Additional fees may apply)Masks and social distancing are required. Jacksonville Humane Society: 904-725-8766 -- 8464 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Sunday, Jan. 24, is National Change a Pet’s Life Day, and the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) offered a unique adoption opportunity for community members. On Sunday, Jan. 24, JHS offered free adoptions in exchange for a bag of pet food for the JHS pet food bank. The goal of this event was to assist both pets and people in need by finding new homes for the animals at JHS while providing pet food to community pet owners. “This event is a wonderful way to give back to both pets and people in need,” Denise Deisler, CEO of JHS, said ahead of the event. JHS prefers Purina brand pet food, but any brand is OK.

All rights reserved)JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Winter blues got you feeling down? We have an event that will warm you right up! The Jacksonville Humane Society is hosting free pet adoptions on Saturday, Jan. 16 - Monday, Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.All animals will be spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccinations. Click here for more details on hours of operation, available pets, and any other additional information. Jacksonville Humane Society: 904-725-8766 -- Additional fees may apply -- 8464 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216In case you haven't heard...👂 📣 All pet adoptions will be FREE in honor of our "Warm the Winter Blues" free adoption... Posted by The Jacksonville Humane Society on Thursday, January 7, 2021

Animal Care and Protective Services in partnership with the Jacksonville Humane Society need your help with temporary fosters during the holiday season through its Silent Night Program. “Our push right now is to get all of the animals in the shelter into a temporary home for the holidays. Dr. NaTasha Jordan adopted her family pet from a shelter 8 years ago. From now up until December 24th - you can foster a pet through the Silent Night program. “Get out here today and foster an animal for one night for the silent and who knows you might just walk away with a long-time friend,” said Dr. Jordan.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville’s annual “Silent Night” program that aims to empty animal shelters for the holidays will soon be in full swing. Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) and the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) are inviting everyone to foster a cat or dog. The goal is to empty the shelters by Christmas Eve. Animal lovers can visit the two shelters Dec. 17-24 to be matched with and pick up a furry friend. The JHS facility, located at 8464 Beach Blvd., is open from noon - 7 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on weekends (closed Christmas Day).

Dr. Lori Vallelunga, a clinical psychologist at Baptist Behavioral Health, spoke with McPherson and answered a few questions about how pets can boost our mental health. Can simply owning a pet benefit your mental health? Pets have even been shown to help people manage long-term mental health conditions like chronic depression or bipolar disorder. Animals even help us socially, facilitating meeting new people and aiding in building social networks and friendships.”Are pets especially helpful for mental health during the coronavirus pandemic? Pets ranging from fish to guinea pigs have been studied and have been found to offer benefits to our mental health.

Published: November 26, 2020, 10:40 am Updated: November 30, 2020, 11:14 amJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Great update: 149 animals have new homes after the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) and Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) hosted a Black Friday event offering free adoptions. JHS told News4Jax that 92 cats and 57 dogs were adopted from Nov. 27 through Nov. 29. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Those interested in viewing JHS’ adoptable pets can visit www.jaxhumane.org. Visitors to can also help the pets in our community by bringing a bag of dog or cat food as a donation. For more information, visit www.

A unique fundraising drive was formulated between Farah & Farah Law Firm, 5 Stars Veterans Center, Jacksonville Humane Society and a number of local breweries. They all connected to support Paws and Stripes!

Today on the show we had Ginger from Jacksonville Humane Society! Ginger is a sweet pup who would make the perfect addition to any family. Jacksonville Humane Society has many amazing dogs that are looking for their fur-ever home. You can find more about your perfect family member at jaxhumane.org.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS), in collaboration with Subaru of Jacksonville and the ASPCA, will be hosting a free adoption event in honor of the Subaru Loves Pets grant program on Oct. 24 and 25. The public is invited to visit JHS between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on either day and bring home their newest family member. The goal of this 2-day event is to bring pets and people together with new homes for at least 50 shelter animals. Masks and social distancing are required at JHS. For more information please visit www.jaxhumane.org or call the Jacksonville Humane Society at 904.725.8766.

Winn-Dixie is doing its part to make sure no pet goes hungry. On Thursday, the supermarket chain donated more than 4,000 pounds of pet food to the Jacksonville Humane Society, which has been struggling to keep its pantry stocked amid the coronavirus pandemic. Now, thanks to Winn-Dixie, the Humane Society’s supplies are in much better shape. The grocery chain dropped off four pallets of pet food at the organization’s warehouse. The Jacksonville Humane Society’s Pet Food Pantry helps feed pets of seniors, veterans and others in the community who are in need.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. We all think our pets are the cutest out there -- but if you have the photo to prove yours actually is, the Jacksonville Humane Society wants you to share it. JHS is hosting the first Jacksonvilles Cutest Pet Photo Contest, sponsored by Purina, to raise money for the shelters medical fund and other expenses. Voting is done by donation -- with a minimum $5 donation -- and every $1 of your donation counts as a vote for your favorite pet. The pet with the most votes will earn the title of Jacksonvilles Cutest Pet and be featured on digital billboards across Jacksonville. Eleven runners up will also win the chance for their pet to be featured on the JHS website.