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Sheltering Hands, Inc

Cat rescue in Ocala, FL

We're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, comprised mainly of volunteers that is dedicated to Improving the lives of cats through humane care, spay/neuter programs, adoptions, education and support services.

We offer several adoption programs including:

Traditional program - all ages

Love for a LifeTime Program - cats 8+ years/humans 75+ years; medical covered through our Clinic (conditions apply) for lifetime of the cat. Contact us for details.

Feel the Love Program - cats FeLV+; medical covered through our Clinic (conditions apply) for the lifetime of the cat. Contact us for details.

Take a Chance on Me Program - overlooked cats due to medical/behavioral concerns; 3-month foster commitment with direct support by our staff

Contact
Address
10397 N US-27
Ocala, FL 34482
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Meet their adoptable pets

10397 N US-27

Ocala, FL 34482

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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Sheltering Hands, Inc

We'll also keep you updated on Iverson's adoption status with email updates.
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Iverson

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Bryant's adoption status with email updates.
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Bryant

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Shaquille's adoption status with email updates.
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Shaquille

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Jordan's adoption status with email updates.
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Jordan

Siamese

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Bombay

Male, Young
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Dublin's adoption status with email updates.
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Dublin

Bombay

Male, Young
Ocala, FL

Rescue FAQs

Marion, Levy, Lake and Sumter Counties

  • 1. Meet the Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our goal is to match you with a cat or kitten that is purrfect fit for your family

Adoption application

https://www.shelteringhands.org/adoptionapplication

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We'll also keep you updated on Aphrodite's adoption status with email updates.
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Aphrodite

American Bulldog

Female, 7 yrs 1 mo
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Sebastian's adoption status with email updates.
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Sebastian

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Rufus's adoption status with email updates.
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Rufus

Dachshund/Schnoodle

Male, 10 yrs
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Angel's adoption status with email updates.
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Angel

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Sally's adoption status with email updates.
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Sally

Chihuahua/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 10 mos
Ocala, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Cheesy Cheddar Biscuit's adoption status with email updates.
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Cheesy Cheddar Biscuit

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Ocala, FL

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