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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Qpid
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Calypso
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.
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.
















































