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Featured Dogs

 

The following dogs are being featured and are available for adoption right now! If you see one that you like, you may contact  us through this web site and an ARC representative will discuss the pet in further detail. Or you can call (239) 731-3535 for information or for directions to ARC between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Also, please  know that there are more dogs  to choose from who currently call ARC home! If you don’t see one that you connect with featured on this site, PLEASE come to the shelter to meet all of our residents in person! Visiting hours at the shelter are from noon to 4:00 PM daily, except major holidays.

 

In order to be considered as an adopter,  you must:

  • Be 21 years old or older;
  • Have a current photo ID showing age and current address;
  • Be willing and able to provide training, medical care and loving attention for a pet; and
  • Pay adoption fees.

 

  • For additional adoption information, please contact ARC through the Contact Us tab on this website or visit our shelter.

 

Off-site dog adoptions are every weekend –

Dogs and cats are available for adoption every Saturday at Petco (the Forum store off Colonial  Blvd., Fort Myers) from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM

Dogs and cats are available for adoption every Sunday at Petco (Gulf Coast Town Center) from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM

Adoption fees are $75.00 for dogs regardless of age or if they are pure breeds or not. They are spayed or neutered, vaccines appropriate to age, tested for FIV/Luk (cats) and heartworm (dogs) micro-chipped and come with 1 month of free pet insurance.

 

 


Shortie

Shortie

 

Name: Shortie

Age: About 9

Breed: Standard Long Haired Dachshud

 

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Strudel

Strudel

 

Name: Strudel

Age: About 1 1/2 years old

Breed: Retriever mix

Strudel is such a gentle soul.  She loves to sunbathe, loves to be with other dogs and people.  Strudel would do well with adults, children, dogs and most likely cats.

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Joanie

Joanie

 

Name: Joanie

Age: About 1 years old

Breed: Chihuahua Mix

Joanie may be small but she has a lot of personality.  She loves her buddy, Chachie.  Joanie would do well in a home with adults, older children, dogs and possibly cats.

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Chachie

Chachie

 

Name: Chachie

Age: About 1

Breed: Chihuahua mix

Chachie is a handsome little fellow.  He loves his buddy, Joanie.  Chachie would do well with adults, older children, dogs and possibly cats.

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Ursala

 

Name: Ursala

Age: About 1 1/2 years old

Breed: Terrier mix

Ursala is such a sweet little lady.  She walks well on a leash, has great puppy manners and would be happy to do just about anything as long as a human companion is accompanying her.  Ursala would do well with adults, children, dogs and possibly cats.

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Deuce

Deuce

 

Name: Deuce

Age: Between 1 and 2

Breed: Black Mouth Cur mix

Deuce has a lot of puppy energy.  He loves to go for walks, loves to go for runs and he will let you know he is in the room and demands attention.  Deuce needs puppy manners but he would be happy in a house with adults and children.

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Zander

Zander

 

Name: Zander

Age: About 4 months old

Breed: Black mouth Cur mix

Zander is a shy young boy.  He is calm, sweet and has an easy going personality.  Zander would do well with adults, children, dogs and possibly cats.

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Rowe

 

Name: Rowe

Age: About 4 months old

Breed: Black mouth Cur mix

Rowe is a young boy that requires a lot of attention.  Rowe is great with adults but still needs to learn basic puppy manners.  Rowe is very handsome and will be a great boy with a little bit of training.

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Mac

Mac

 

Name: Mac

Age: About 6 years old

Breed: Shepherd mix

Mac is a loving boy who is always wanting to be right in the action.  He is very sweet and welcoming to all.  He would do well with adults, children, dogs, and cats.

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Lady Godiva

Lady Godiva

 

Name: Lady Godiva

Age: About 3 years old

Breed: Maltese mix

Lady Godiva loves to be the center of attention.  She does lodge with other dogs, but would prefer to be the only dog in the household.  Lady Godiva would do well in a home with adults, older children, possibly a dog and/or cat.

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Galaxy

Galaxy

 

Name: Galaxy

Age: About 9 years old

Breed: Labrador Retriever mix

Galaxy is a shy gal.  She has gorgeous coloring and soulful eyes.  She is mellow and sweet.  Galaxy would do well with adults and older children.

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Clive

Clive

 

Name: Clive

Age: About 9 months old

Breed: Miniature Schnauzer Mix

Clive is a stellar puppy.  He is sweet, gentle and eager to please.  Clive would do well with adults, older children, dogs and possibly cats.

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Tosh

Tosh

 

Name: Tosh

Age: About 3 years old

Breed: Golden Retriever/Labrador mix

Tosh is such a beautiful girl with a big heart.  She enjoys her time with her lodge mate, Mac, as well as the time she gets to spend with the staff and volunteers.  Tosh would do well in a home with adults, children, dogs, and maybe cats.

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Wonder

Wonder

 

Name: Wonder

Age: 1 1/2 years old

Breed: Labrador/Catahoula Mix

It’s a wonder why Wonder hasn’t found his forever home yet.  Wonder is an amazing friend.  He loves his walks, loves the water and loves to play.  Despite being blind and deaf, Wonder is full of life.  He would do well in a home with adults and possible another dog.  He needs a lot of attention and training and he prefers being with his human companions.

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Paco 2

Paco 2

 

Name: Paco 2

Age: About 4 years old

Breed: Terrier mix

Paco has a sweet temperament. He can be a little shy at first but once you get to know him, he will snuggle right up to you.  Paco would do well with adults, children and most dogs.

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Sydney

Sydney

 

Name: Sydney

Age: Between 1 and 2 years old

Breed: Black-mouth Cur

Sydney is an amazing young girl.  She had been abused, wounded and thrown out of a moving truck into a canal.  Thank goodness for a witness, Sydney was pulled out of the canal and brought to ARC.  Sydney has healed wonderfully.  She has not lost trust in human companions, she is grateful to be alive and share her love with a new family.  Sydney would do well with adults, children, dogs and possibly cats.

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Bo

 

Name: Bo

Age: 3 years old

Breed: Hound Mix

Bo is a mellow fellow.  He walks well on a leash and is eager to please.  Bo would do well with adults, children and some other dogs.

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Shanny

Shanny

 

Name: Shanny

Age: About 1 year old

Breed: Golden Retriever mix

Shanny is a sweet dog. She has been through quite a lot in her young age and is very appreciative to all who give her affection. Once she has a bond with you, she will be loyal to you forever.  Shanny would do well with adults, older children and some dogs.

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Thor

Thor

 

Name: Thor

Age: About 2 years old

Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier mix

Thor is quite the ladies’ man.  He is great when it comes to sharing his lodge with female dogs, but not too keen on all male dogs.  Thor would do well with adults, children and dogs.

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Jimbo

Jimbo

 

Name: Jimbo

Age: About 2 years old

Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier mix

Jimbo is a handsome fellow.  He wishes he were a lap dog, but he will settle for a laying on a bed with his forever family.  Jimbo would do well with adults, children, dogs and possibly cats.

 

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Betty Boop

Betty Boop

 

Name: Betty Boop

Age: About 6 years old

Breed: Retriever Mix

Betty Boop is the star of her own show.  She is mellow and sweet.  She would do well with adults, children and dogs.

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Ace

Ace

 

Name:  Ace

Age: About 7 years old

Breed: Shepherd mix

Ace is a great boy.  He is medium in size and huge in personality.  He would be great with adults, children and dogs.

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Danie

Danie

 

Name: Danie

Age: About 1 year old

Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier mix

Gender: Female

 

Danie is a strong girl with a lot of puppy energy. She needs basic puppy manners and a strong handler. Danie would do well in a home with adults, older children and maybe another dog.

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Bruno

Bruno

 

Name: Bruno

Age: About 4 years old

Breed: English Setter mix

Gender: Male

Bruno has a lot of energy and is very strong.  He is working on his basic puppy manners and walking nicely on a leash.  He would do well with adults and older children.

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Blue Ray

Blue Ray

 

Name: Blue Ray

Age: 5 years old

Breed: Australian Cattle Dog Mix

Blue Ray is a little shy, but only because he has had a rough past.  He is recovering from a skin condition that is easily curable, but that condition doesn’t stop him from being the sweet boy he is.  He will “sit” and “give paw” for a cookie, but he will do it just for love as well.

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Britta

Britta

 

Name: Britta

Age: 3 years old

Breed: Shepherd Mix

Britta is medium in in size but large in love.  She needs a friend with patience to learn to walk on a leash and needs a little time to adjust to new environments.  Britta would do well with adults, children, other dogs and possibly a cat.

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Boowinkle

Boowinkle

 

Name: Boowinkle

Age: 11 years old

Breed: Terrier Mix

Boowinkle can’t wait to get to her new home.  She gets along with adults, children and other dogs.  She will be happy to go for a walk with you or just lay on your back lanai while enjoying a good sunbath.

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Abby

Abby

 

Name: Abby

Age: 8 years old

Breed: Catahoula Leopard Mix

Abby is a sweet girl.  She is a little shy, but once she warms up to you she will be your new best friend.  Abby enjoys her walks and she walks well on a leash.  She does prefer to be the only pet in the house and in a house with no small children.

 

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Michelob

 

Michelob

 

Name: Michelob

Age: 2 years old

Breed: Shepherd Mix

Michelob is not only handsome, but well mannered.  He walks well on a leash and rides will in a car.  He would do well with adults, children and dogs.

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Miracle

Miracle

 

Name: Miracle

Age: 10 years old

Breed: American Staffordshire Mix

Miracle is a sweet girl despite a rough past. She has a case of the “happy tail” where she wags her tail so hard that she wiggles her whole body.  Miracle greets everyone with a smile and can’t wait to be your best friend.

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Vader

 

Name: Vader

Age: 4 years old

Breed: Chow Chow Mix

Vader is a handsome boy, but one that is slow to trust.  He needs an adult only home that is quiet and has low activity.  Vader takes a while to trust, so he would need to spend a lot of time with you before he would be ready to move into your home.

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Qpid

Opid

 

Name: Qpid

Age: 1 year old

Breed: Terrier Mix

Qpid is quite the handsome boy.  He has a lot of energy so he needs an active family.  Qpid cannot go to a home with other dogs or with any cats.  He would prefer older children to play with since he is very strong.  Qpid is eager to learn and with some basic puppy manners he would make any family proud.

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Mandy Jo

Mandy Jo

 

Name: Mandy Jo

Age: 12 years old

Breed: Shih Tzu

Special Needs Animal

Mandy Jo is a sweetheart.  She is friendly with adults, children, and other dogs.  She has Diabetes and is Insulin dependent, but that doesn’t stop her from being the great gal she is.

 

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Suzi

Suzi

 

Name: Suzi

Age: Approximately 8 yrs old

Breed: Anatolian Shepherd Mix

Suzi is large in size and large in personality.  She is slow to trust, but once she does she is very affectionate and loyal.  Suzi prefers when things are calm and quiet.  She likes to be the only dog, does well with adults and loves her treats.

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Kali

Kali

 

Name: Kali

Age:  1 year old

Breed: German Shepherd Boxer mix

Kali can be shy at first but once she gets to know you she is very sweet. Kali is known around the shelter for having a beautiful and soft coat. Kali loves to be brushed by the staff and volunteers. She likes to shine in the spotlight and can be picky when sharing the attention with other dogs.

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Dixie Belle Bishop

 

Dixie Belle Bishop

 

Name: Dixie Belle Bishop

Age:  About 4 years old

Breed:  American Staffordshire  Terrier mix.

Dixie Belle has been a mother to three litters of puppies.  She is now ready for the spotlight to be on her.  Dixie Belle loves to play.  If you throw a ball, she will retrieve it.  Dixie Belle loves to give kisses and is always happy to be in the middle of the action.

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Runner

Runner

 

Name:  Runner

Age:  About 2 years old

Breed:  American Staffordshire Terrier

Runner may be young and she may be petite, but big things come in small packages.  Runner is intelligent and eager to please.  She walks well on a leash, rides well in a car and does well in a home… now she just needs her forever family.

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Gidget

Gidget

 

Name:Gidget

Breed: Hound mix

Age: about 8 yrs

Gidget may not be the youngest hound on the block, but don’t tell her that.  She loves to be the center of attention, once in a while sharing the spotlight.  She will alert you when someone is at your door, take a siesta with you in the afternoon or enjoy an evening stroll around the block.

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Pearl

Pearl

 

Name: Pearl

Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier mix

Age: About 3 years old

Pearl is a stellar dog. Not only is she as pretty as a pearl, she is sweet too. Pearl knows basic commands such as sit and lay down. Pearl enjoys performing tricks for a treat.  She already knows how to show love but can’t wait to share her love with a new family.

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Lennox

Lenox

 

Name: Lennox

Age:  About 3 years old

Breed:  American Staffordshire Terrier mix
Lennox has a beautiful white coat and gorgeous eyes.  Not only is he handsome, but he is sweet.  Lennox loves to go for walks and socialize with familiar friends.
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Cocoa

Cocoa

 

Name: Cocoa

Breed: Labrador Retriever Mix

Age: 3 yrs

Cocoa is a sweet girl.  She always greets visitors with a wagging tail.  She like adults, children, some cats and some dogs but she loves her stuffed toys.  Cocoa has some scars on her back from a not so good past, but she has a great present and is hoping for a wonderful future with a family all her own.

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Calypso

Calypso

 

Name:  Calypso

Age: About 7 years old
Breed: Bullmastiff mix

Calypso is way past the puppy stage in her life.  She would rather bask in the sun than go for a run.  She isn’t too sure about all dogs, but likes a few.  She is slow to trust humans, but once she does, you will have a best friend for life.

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Jujy

Jujy

 

Name: Jujy

Age: 3 years old

Breed: Black Mouth Cur Mix

Jujy is a stunning medium sized young lady.  She is eager to please and bonds quickly.  Jujy is not a fan of other dogs, but she sure does love people.

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Jazzy

Jazzy

 

Name:  Jazzy

Age: 5 years old

Breed: Chinese Shar-Pei/Mix

Jazzy is one of a kind. She is not very vocal but she loves being in the spotlight. She loves to go for strolls in the park. She knows all the basic tricks and all that “jazz.”

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Rockz

Rockz

 

Name: Rockz

Age: About 3 years old

Breed: Blue Nose Terrier

Rockz loves to be right in the middle of the action with her human friends. She is very friendly with people, but has some challenges with dogs.  She would do best as the only pet in the home.  Rockz is beautiful in color as she in personality.

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Daphne

Daphney

 

Name: Daphne

Age: About 5 years old

Breed: Canaan Terrier Mix

Daphne Coral is slow to trust, but you can win her over with some delicious dog treats.  She loves to lay under the shade from the trees.  She is calm and likes to have a consistent routine.

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Butch

Butch

 

Name: Butch

Age: About 7 years old

Breed: Terrier/Hound Mix

Butch is a gentle giant. His nickname is “Eeyore,” because he is slow moving and sweet.  He would love a warm and cozy home that is calm and filled with love.

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