This year, nearly 50 organizations in 31 counties, including the Lake County Animal Shelter, will participate. At LCAS, all adoptions include spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, personalized ID tag, and a lifetime of love. Many pets will be ready to go home the same day they are adopted.

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The Lake County Animal Shelter will not be accepting cats due to a small number of felines testing positive for an infectious virus. As part of a local Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, and Return (TNVR) effort, a litter of kittens was brought to the shelter for the “Wait-til- 8” program. After providing care and identifying a potential concern for panleukopenia, the litter was tested, and the results were positive.

Panleukopenia is a highly contagious viral disease of cats caused by the feline parvovirus. Kittens and immunocompromised or unvaccinated cats are most severely affected by the virus. Panleukopenia does not affect people or other animals. A vaccination for the virus is available and part of a cat’s routine veterinary care. Cats who are immunized for the virus have a lower chance of infection.

Through additional investigation and contact tracing, the shelter has worked to identify felines that may have been exposed to the virus. Those who may have adopted cats with potential exposure have been notified. Out of an abundance of caution, cats remaining in the shelter will be quarantined for at least the next two weeks. The shelter will suspend cat operations, which includes all events, adoptions, and the TNVR and Wellness Hour programs before reevaluating the situation.

The shelter urgently needs additional supplies, such as towels and sheets, due to contamination. To donate supplies, please drop off the items at the front door of the facility. Residents can register for the shelter’s foster program to help shelter cats that have not been exposed. To register, https://www.lakecountyfl.gov/Animal-Shelter/Foster.

In the meantime, the animal shelter can provide support to residents who find kittens that need assistance through their Wait-til-8 program. Wait-til-8 provides free vaccinations, food, and supplies to temporary foster parents to help keep high-risk kittens in safer environments. Residents are encouraged to “shelter in place” by not surrendering adult cats or kittens if possible. The shelter will only accept cats in immediate need of care and will shelter them off site at another facility until the quarantine is over. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Animal Enforcement team can assist with sick or injured cats found in the community.

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The Lake County Animal Shelter is teaming up with NBCUniversal Local to participate in the Clear the Shelters

2022 pet adoption campaign that will take place Aug. 1 – Aug. 31. This partnership features fee-waived pet adoptions throughout the campaign and will take place at the Lake County Animal Shelter, located at 12280 County Road 448 in Tavares.

Residents and visitors who are interested in our wonderful pets are encouraged to make an appointment online by visiting https://bit.ly/3sbgAzO. Walk-ins are also welcome. All adoptions include spay or neuter services, initial vaccinations, microchip, personalized ID tag and a lifetime of love.

“We have so many great pets waiting for homes,” said Whitney Boylston, director of the Lake County Animal Shelter. “We are always excited to participate in this national adoption campaign.

Last year we celebrated 428 adoptions during the event and look forward to finding loving homes for as many homeless pets as possible this year.”

The Lake County Animal Shelter experienced a 17% increase in year-to-date admissions over the last year, a trend being

felt by animal shelters everywhere. The shelter has celebrated over 3,500 positive outcomes so far this year. By participating in the Clear the Shelters adoption campaign the shelter hopes to continue the momentum of positive outcomes throughout the summer, which is the busiest time of the year. Residents who are not in a position to adopt can help by spreading the word, fostering, or donating supplies from the shelter’s Amazon wish list: https://a.co/jbQHcAlBy.

For more information about Lake County Animal Shelter, visit https://bit.ly/ShelterAdoptions to see available pets and follow the shelter on social media on Facebook or Twitter.

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The shelter is located at 12280 County Road 448 in Tavares, FL 32778. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The shelter is closed Wednesdays and holidays.

Adoptions include spay or neuter services, initial vaccinations, microchip, personalized ID tag and a lifetime of love. The public can visit https://bit.ly/LCAS-PetAdoptions to see available pets and make an appointment to visit the shelter.

“We encourage everyone to come out, meet our pets in need of loving homes,” said Whitney Boylston, director of the Lake County Animal Shelter.

For more information about the shelter, visithttps://lakecountyfl.gov/offices/animal_services/ or follow the shelter on social media at https://www.facebook.com/LakeCountyAnimalShelter/.

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Wellness Hour services include:

• – $10/$20 Rabies Vaccine (1 or 3 years)
• – $10 Combo Vaccine (FVRCP-cat/DA2PP-dog)
• – $10 Bordetella Vaccine (dog)
• – $10 HW Test (dog)
• – $10 FIV/FeLV Test (cat)
• – $5 Deworming
• – $10 Microchip
• – $7 Pet ID Tag (voluntary registration)

Wellness Hour services are available for cats and dogs. Appointments for Wellness Hour services are required and can be scheduled by visiting https://bit.ly/LCASWellnessHour. Wellness Hour services are not a substitute for an annual visit to a private veterinarian and only healthy pets will be seen.

The shelter is located at 12280 County Road 448 in Tavares, FL 32778. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12 pm to 6 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm. The shelter is closed Wednesdays and holidays.

“This program provides a learning opportunity for our resident Lake Tech students, promotes the health of pets in our community, and aids in proactive reunification of lost pets,” said Whitney Boylston, director of the Lake County Animal Shelter.

For more information on Lake County Animal Services, visit https://lakecountyfl.gov/animal-services or follow the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LakeCountyAnimalShelter.

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The Lake County Animal Shelter is hosting its “Operation Santa Paws” adoption event allowing residents who adopt an eligible pet from Dec. 20 – 23 to schedule their arrival for Christmas Eve on Friday, Dec. 24. There is no extra charge for this special delivery to a Lake County home but space is limited.

Additionally, the shelter is offering “pawtificates,” gift certificates for pet adoptions at the Lake County Animal Shelter. Pawtificates are available for purchase for $10 for two cats or $20 for a dog. Pet adoptions include vaccinations, microchip, personalized identification card, spay or neuter procedures, and a lifetime of love. Pawtificates do not expire and make great gifts for those who are considering pet adoption.”

“Our hope through these promotions is to find “furever homes” for our homeless pets this holiday season. We would love for all of our pets to have a home for the holidays,” said Whitney Boylston, director of the Lake County Animal Shelter.

The Lake County Animal Shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The shelter is closed Wednesdays and holidays. To find out more about the Lake County Animal Shelter, visit 12280 County Road 448, Tavares, or call 352-343-9688. For the most up-to-date information and photos of adoptable animals, follow the shelter on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LakeCountyAnimalShelter or visit https://lakecountyfl.gov/animal-services.

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“We are honored to accept this donation from the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. This will benefit both our local veterans and our homeless pets,” said Whitney Boylston, Lake County Animal Shelter director.

In partnership with the Lake County Animal Shelter, the non-profit is again sponsoring a “Companion Pets for our Vets” project that will provide pet adoption assistance to current and former military vets.

“Pets have been shown to be psychologically, emotionally and physically beneficial to their humans,” said Cathy Trout, Service to Veterans chair for the Mary Ellen Robertson Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Leesburg. “Caring for a pet can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment, and lessen feelings of loneliness. We hope this project will enrich the lives of our military veterans and their families, and find loving forever homes for homeless pets.”

To find out more about the Lake County Animal Shelter, visit 12280 County Road 448, Tavares, or call 352-343-9688. For the most up-to-date information and photos of adoptable animals, follow the shelter on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LakeCountyAnimalShelter.

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The purpose of the workshop is to engage the public in a discussion about animal welfare in our community and further the shelter’s commitment to better serving the public and pets.

For more information about the shelter, visit https://lakecountyfl.gov/lcas or follow the shelter on social media at https://www.facebook.com/LakeCountyAnimalShelter.

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Residents and other visitors who are interested in adopting a pet during this event are strongly encouraged to make an appointment online by visiting https://bit.ly/3sbgAzO. Walk-ins are also welcome.

“We have so many great pets waiting for homes,” said Whitney Boylston, director of the Lake County Animal Shelter. “We are excited to participate in the national adoption campaign again this year. Last year, we celebrated 275 adoptions during the event and look forward to finding loving homes for as many homeless pets as possible this year.”

The Lake County Animal Shelter experienced a nearly 30% increase in year-to-date admissions over the last year, with intake numbers rising back to pre-pandemic levels. The shelter celebrated 701 positive outcomes in July, which is more than ever in a single month. By participating in the Clear the Shelters adoption event, the shelter hopes to continue the trend of positive outcomes throughout the summer, which is the busiest time of the year. Residents who are unable to adopt can help by spreading the word, fostering, or donating supplies from the shelter’s Amazon wish list:https://a.co/jbQHcAl.

The Lake County Animal Shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The shelter is closed Wednesdays and holidays. For more information about the shelter, visit https://lakecountyfl.gov/lcas or follow the shelter on social media at https://www.facebook.com/LakeCountyAnimalShelter.

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The event will take place at the animal shelter, located at 12280 County Road 448 in Tavares, and will offer fee-waived pet adoptions all day. Residents and other visitors are strongly encouraged to pre-register their visit at bit.ly/LCAS-MayTheFur.

“We’re looking forward to this special event, and we encourage everyone to come out, experience the fun, meet our animals and consider adopting a furever friend,” said Whitney Boylston, director of the Lake County Animal Shelter.

The Lake County Animal Shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The shelter is closed Wednesdays and holidays. For more information about the shelter, visit https://lakecountyfl.gov/offices/animal_services/ or follow the shelter on social media at https://www.facebook.com/LakeCountyAnimalShelter/.

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