Adopt, Foster and Feed Pets

Pet adoptions and fostering is on the rise as Southwest Florida residents volunteer to help animals in need of homes. “Lee County Domestic Animal Services (LCDAS) has seen a remarkable sense of community with residents stepping up to foster and pitch in,” says Karen Fordiani, public information specialist at LCDAS.

The organization has also provided emergency surgeries for pets in need. “In one instance, emergency surgery saved a mother dog and her two newborn puppies,” adds Fordiani.

To help families feed their pets during difficult times, food bins are located throughout the community and the donations are distributed to families at local food banks.

To donate or find a bin near you, visit leelostpets .com. To adopt or foster a pet, call 239-533-7387 to schedule an appointment, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. -4 p.m. The lost and found department is also open by appointment during the same hours.

Gulf Coast Humane Society and Cape Coral Animal Shelter are also fostering and adopting pets, as well as seeking donations.

For more information, visit leegov.com/ animalservices; gulfcoasthumanesociety.org; and capecoralanimalshelter.com.