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The Gulf Coast Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, no-kill, animal welfare organization in Ft. Myers, Florida.

🌟 April is here, but let's take a moment to cel

🌟 April is here, but let's take a moment to celebrate all the amazing work done in March at Gulf Coast Humane Society! 🐾💜

📈 March Recap:
🐶 314 New Admissions
🏡 275 Adoptions - So many furry friends found their forever homes!
💖 174 Pets in Foster Homes - Thank you, fosters, for your love and dedication!
✂️ 854 Spay & Neuter Clinic Visits - Making a difference, one procedure at a time.
🩺 1018 Veterinary Clinic Visits - Keeping our pets healthy and happy!

Want to help us make April even better? Here's how you can support us:
💸 Donate: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gulfcoasthumanesociety/
🤝 Volunteer: https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/volunteer-opportunities/
🏡 Foster: https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/foster/

Thank you to everyone who continues to support our mission. Whether you adopted, fostered, volunteered, or donated—you're making a difference. Let’s keep the momentum going! 💪✨

#GulfCoastHumaneSociety #AdoptDontShop #FosterLove #SpayAndNeuter #Donate #Volunteer #LeeCounty #LehighAcres #CapeCoral #FortMyers

🌸 Hello, April! 🌸 April is here, and so is

🌸 Hello, April! 🌸

April is here, and so is Heartworm Awareness Month—a crucial time to spread awareness about the dangers of heartworm disease and how to prevent it.

At the Gulf Coast Humane Society, we're committed to keeping your pets safe and healthy all year long. From heartworm testing and prevention to wellness exams and vaccinations, we’re here to help your furry friends thrive. 🐕🐈

📍 Location: 2685 Swamp Cabbage Court, Ft Myers, FL 33901
📞 Call to Schedule: (239) 332-2719

Prevention is key! Make sure your pets are protected with year-round preventatives and annual testing. Let’s work together to keep heartworms away.💜

#HelloApril #HeartwormAwarenessMonth #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #ProtectYourPets #VeterinaryClinic

📣 Trivia Tuesday! What’s the primary way dogs

📣 Trivia Tuesday!
What’s the primary way dogs contract heartworm disease? 🤔
Drop your answers below! 👇 We’ll reveal the correct answer later today.
#TriviaTuesday #HeartwormAwarenessMonth #ProtectYourPet #GulfCoastHumaneSociety

As many of you know, the Kitten Lady, Hannah Shaw,

As many of you know, the Kitten Lady, Hannah Shaw, cancelled her visit to Fort Myers because her beloved cat, Ferguson, was ill. If you follow her on social media, you also know that Ferguson made a miraculous recovery! At the Gulf Coast Humane Society, we are all so happy about this! 💜

📅 Sunday, April 6, 2025
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW), Building U, 8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33919
🎟️ $35- Tickets are on sale now: https://give.gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/event/saving-kittens-lives-with-kitten-lady-hannah-shaw/e653284

Hannah Shaw, a New York Times best-selling author and leading expert in kitten rescue and care, will share her wealth of knowledge and experience in a two-hour presentation. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into kitten rescue, learn life-saving care techniques, and hear heartwarming stories of kitten survival.

- Seating is limited, and tickets are expected to sell quickly. -

🐾About Hannah Shaw:
Hannah Shaw is a kitten rescuer, humane educator, and unwavering animal advocate. As the founder of Kitten Lady, she provides educational media and instructional workshops that help individuals and animal shelters learn how to save the lives of kittens.

#LeeCounty #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #AdoptDontShop #GCHS #LehighAcres #FortMyers #CapeCoral #cats #HannahShaw #KittenLady

🎉 Incredible Adoption Week! 🐾 Last week was

🎉 Incredible Adoption Week! 🐾

Last week was AMAZING thanks to our community! We had 67 adoptions, including some of our long-term residents finally finding their forever homes. 🏡

Special shoutout to Champ (1st photo) 234 days with us, who was sponsored by Chico's Promise he was a Papa John's Pizza - Southwest Florida which means thanks to our partnership, the family that adopted him gets a pizza party! Smokey Bear 143 days with us (2nd photo), fees covered by Skyler Hann & Danielle Sater. 🙌

We welcomed 34 cats and 27 dogs, nearly half of them owner surrenders. And thanks to our dedicated fosters, 114 cats and dogs were in loving foster homes.

💜 50% Off Adoption Fees for dogs over 25lbs until April 13th! Don't miss out on bringing home your new best friend.

🕛Adoption Hours:
Mon, Sat & Sun: 12pm – 5pm
Tue – Fri: 12pm – 6pm

Thank you to everyone who fosters, adopts, sponsors, donates, and spreads the word. You're truly making a difference! 💪🐾

#AdoptionSavesLives #FosterLove #ThankYouCommunity #ChicosPromise #SkylerHannAndDanielleSater #AdoptDontShop

🐾 🚨 We’re At Capacity & Need Your Help! 🚨 🐾

Our shelter is overflowing with amazing dogs looking for loving homes, and more keep coming in. To help make space and save even more lives, we’re offering HALF-OFF adoptions for all dogs over 25 lbs (excluding puppies) from Saturday, March 29th through April 13th!

By adopting, you’re making room for the next animal in need while gaining a loyal companion for life. 💜

📅 Promotion Dates: March 29th - April 13th
📍 Gulf Coast Humane Society – 2010 Arcadia St, Fort Myers, FL 33916
🐶 View adoption information here- https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adopt/

Help us spread the word, adopt a new best friend, and save lives! 🐾💜 #AdoptToSave #RescueDogsRock #HalfOffAdoptions #shelterdogs #GulfCoastHumaneSociety

🐾 We Need Your Help! 🐾 Our shelter is at ca

🐾 We Need Your Help! 🐾

Our shelter is at capacity, and more dogs are still coming in—plus, several other shelters are in desperate need of our help. To open space and save more lives, we’re offering HALF-OFF adoption fees for all dogs over 25 lbs (excluding puppies) from Saturday, March 29th through April 13th!

By adopting, you’re not just giving a dog a second chance—you’re also making room for another pup in need. 💜 Come visit Gulf Coast Humane Society and be a hero for a shelter dog!

🐶 View adoptable dogs here: https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adoptable-dogs/
📍 Visit us at: 2010 Arcadia St, Fort Myers, FL 33916
🕛Adoption hours are Sat, Sun & Mon- 12pm-5pm and Tues- Fri- 12pm-6pm

#AdoptToSave #RescueDogsRock #HalfOffAdoptions #shelterdogs #LeeCounty #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #AdoptDontShop

Meet Coraline – A Sweet and Beautiful Terrier Mi

Meet Coraline – A Sweet and Beautiful Terrier Mix

Coraline is a charming 44-pound female terrier mix with a gorgeous black coat that shines in the sun. She’s a sweet and affectionate girl who loves to be around her humans, showering them with love and cuddles.

With her gentle nature, Coraline makes a wonderful companion for anyone looking for a loyal and loving pet. Whether she’s playing or relaxing by your side, her loving presence will brighten your days.

If you're looking for a sweet, beautiful dog to add to your family, Coraline is the perfect match. Come meet her and let her warm your heart!

Come visit her today! https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adopt/

#animalovers #southwestflorida #shelterdogs #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #AdoptDontShop #K9 #GCHS

Meet Scout – A Playful and Sweet 2-Month-Old Lar

Meet Scout – A Playful and Sweet 2-Month-Old Large Mix Breed Puppy! 🐾

Scout is a lovable 2-month-old large mix breed puppy with a heart full of adventure and a big, playful spirit. Though he’s still small, he’s growing quickly and already showing off his adorable personality. He’s full of curiosity, energy, and the kind of sweet nature that makes him a joy to be around.

Scout is ready to grow up in a loving home where he can get all the attention, training, and care he needs to thrive. He’ll make a fantastic companion for an active family or someone looking for a loyal, playful pup to join their life.

If you’re ready for an energetic and affectionate puppy who will bring lots of love into your home, Scout is the perfect match. Come meet him and let him become part of your family!

Come meet Scout today! https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adopt/

#animalovers #LeeCounty #ShelterPets #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #AdoptDontShop #CapeCoral #FortMyers #doglover #dogsofinstagram

It's #FosterFriday 🎉 🐾 This Is What Fosteri

It's #FosterFriday 🎉

🐾 This Is What Fostering Can Do 💜

Last week, we received an urgent plea from one of our rescue partners. Their shelter was at capacity and facing heartbreaking decisions if help didn’t come quickly. Our shelter was also full—so the only way to say yes was to coordinate a direct transfer into foster homes. It had to be precise—coordinated down to the hour.

And that’s exactly what we did.

Thanks to an incredible team effort, we were able to pull it off: the other shelter transported the dogs to us, Fancy, Orla, Velvet & Erin, our amazing veterinary team provided intake upon arrival, and then—because of our fosters—they immediately went into loving homes.

That’s what fostering can do. It saves lives.

Our fosters who stepped up—with almost no notice—are true heroes. They made room where there was none. They gave 4 dogs safety, comfort, and a chance at a future...and in doing so, they also helped create much-needed space for the overcrowded shelter that reached out for help—giving them a little more breathing room to care for the many others still waiting for help.

✨ Every single person who fosters helps write a story like this one.
✨ Every open home becomes a lifeline.
✨ Every act of kindness creates a ripple.

If you’ve ever thought about fostering, now is the time. Join us. Be part of the reason a dog gets a second chance.

👉🏼https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/foster/
🔗https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gulfcoasthumanesociety/

#shelterdogs #LeeCounty #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #ShelterPets #AdoptDontShop #K9 #LehighAcres #FortMyers #CapeCoral

🐾 A huge THANK YOU to the amazing Amazon.com C

🐾 A huge THANK YOU to the amazing Amazon.com Cares Team in Fort Myers for lending a helping hand at Gulf Coast Humane Society! 💜 Your hard work tackling laundry, replenishing our Pet Food Pantry, raking leaves, and cleaning up the play yards made such a difference for our shelter animals.

It’s because of generous volunteers like you that we can continue providing a clean, loving environment for our furry friends. We appreciate you all so much! 🐶🐱💜 #ThankYou #AmazonCares #CommunitySupport #HelpingPaws #GulfCoastHumaneSociety

💎 A heartfelt THANK YOU to Provident Jewelers o

💎 A heartfelt THANK YOU to Provident Jewelers on South Tamiami Trail for hosting a wonderful donation event to support Gulf Coast Humane Society! 🐾❤️ Your generosity and commitment to helping our shelter animals mean the world to us.

Because of your support, we can continue providing care, love, and second chances to pets in need. We are so grateful for businesses like yours that give back to the community! 🐶🐱✨ #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #HelpingPetsInNeed #LeeCounty #GulfCoastHumaneSociety

Wow! We are so incredibly grateful for the outpour

Wow! We are so incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support! 🐾 After putting out a plea for heating disks, our amazing community came through in just a few days! Thanks to your generosity, our newborn kittens and puppies will stay warm and comfortable during their most fragile days.

From all of us at Gulf Coast Humane Society—THANK YOU for helping us give these tiny babies the best start in life! 🐶🐱💕 #ThankYou #WarmHeartsForTinyPaws #CommunityLove #LeeCounty #ShelterPets #GulfCoastHumaneSociety

It's #ThankfulThirsday here at the shelter, and al

It's #ThankfulThirsday here at the shelter, and all day long we will be thanking those who help with donations and support. 🎉

⛳️ A huge THANK YOU to Gateway Golf & Country Club for their incredible generosity! For the fifth year in a row, they have supported Gulf Coast Humane Society through their golf tournament, donating a portion of the proceeds to help our shelter animals. 🐶🐱❤

Your continued kindness and dedication make a real difference in the lives of so many furry friends, and we are beyond grateful for your support. Here's to five amazing years—and hopefully many more! 🐾👏 #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #GolfForGood #LeeCounty #Community #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #AdoptDontShop

Meet Angelica – The Sweet and Easygoing Companio

Meet Angelica – The Sweet and Easygoing Companion!

Angelica is a 1-year, 9-month-old sweetheart looking for the stability she’s never had. This gentle gal has spent most of her life in and out of shelters, and she’s ready to find a forever home where she can finally settle in. Angelica is easygoing and bonds closely with people she knows and trusts, offering endless affection to those who give her time to blossom.

She’s great with other cats and her calm nature makes her a wonderful match for families with kids. Angelica is ready to bring warmth, love, and tranquility to her forever home. Could she be the perfect addition to your family?

Come meet with her! Our adoptions hours are Saturday, Sunday and Monday 12pm-5pm and Tuesday through Tuesday through Friday 12pm-6pm

Read more about her here- https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adoptable-cats/#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1731620261433%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FGCFM-A-10090

#SaveLives #ShelterPets #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #AdoptDontShop #FortMyers #CapeCoral #cats #catsofinstagram

🐾#WellnessWednesday Tip!🐾 Our pets come wit

🐾#WellnessWednesday Tip!🐾

Our pets come with some pretty amazing built-in features to help them stay healthy—like the extra eyelids dogs have to protect their eyes! 👀 But even with nature on their side, regular vet care is the best way to keep them feeling their best.

At the Gulf Coast Humane Society Veterinary Clinic, we offer compassionate, affordable care for your pets—open to the public five days a week! From dental cleanings and vaccinations to microchipping and wellness exams, our professional team is here to help your furry family thrive. 🐶🐱

✅ Accepting new clients!
✅ Convenient appointments
✅ $50 deposit for new clients applies to your visit

📞 Call 239-332-2719 or visit our website to schedule your appointment today: gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/veterinary-clinic

#GulfCoastHumaneSociety #VeterinaryCare #HealthyPets #PetWellness #AffordableVetCare #WellnessWednesday #HappyHealthyPets

☀️ Zoomies in full effect! Living our best lif

☀️ Zoomies in full effect! Living our best life out here. 🐾💨 Learn more about Sally here 👉 https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adoptable-dogs/#sl_embed&page=shelterluv_wrap_1740333056%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FGCFM-A-11964

#HappyPup #AdoptDontShop #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #DogDays #PureBliss

👀🐾 #TriviaTuesday Fun Fact! 🐾👀 Did yo

👀🐾 #TriviaTuesday Fun Fact! 🐾👀

Did you know dogs have THREE eyelids? 😲 It’s true! In addition to their upper and lower eyelids, dogs have a third eyelid called the nictitating membrane. It helps keep their eyes moist, protected, and free of debris—like built-in goggles! 🦸‍♂️🐶

Just one more reason our furry friends are so amazing! 💕

#DogFacts #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #FunFact #AdoptDontShop #SmartPups #RescueLove #DidYouKnow

🎉 Exciting news, animal lovers! 🎉 The Gulf

🎉 Exciting news, animal lovers! 🎉

The Gulf Coast Humane Society Adoption Center is now open on Mondays from 12 PM to 5 PM! 🐾 That’s one more day to find your new best friend and give a shelter pet their forever home. 💕

Come visit us at:
📍 2010 Arcadia Street, Fort Myers, FL 33916

We can’t wait to see you! 🐶🐱
#AdoptDontShop #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #MoreDaysMoreAdoptions #ForeverHomeMonday

🐾🎉 What an AMAZING week at Gulf Coast Humane

🐾🎉 What an AMAZING week at Gulf Coast Humane Society! From 3/16 to 3/22, 60 of our precious shelter pets found their forever homes!

And a very special shoutout to **Major**, our Dolly's Dream Dog, who finally went home after 79 days with us! 🐶💫 Major’s new chapter is just beginning, and we couldn’t be happier for him.

Are you look for your new best friend or snuggle buddy? Check out adoptions page here- https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adopt/

🥳Open now every Monday – 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Thank you to all the adopters, supporters, and volunteers who made this possible! ❤️ Let’s keep the happy tails going!

#AdoptDontShop #GulfCoastHumaneSociety #DollysDreamDog #HappyTails #LeeCounty #Community

🐾 Happy National Puppy Day! 🐾 While we may

🐾 Happy National Puppy Day! 🐾

While we may not have any puppies available for adoption right now, we do have some incredible dogs of all ages waiting for their forever homes! ❤️ They may be past their puppy days, but they still have plenty of love, joy, and tail wags to give.

(P.S. The adorable pup in this photo is not available for adoption, but we couldn’t resist sharing the cuteness! 😉)

Come meet your new best friend today! 🐶
👉 https://gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adoptable-dogs/

#NationalPuppyDay #AdoptDontShop #RescueDogs #FureverHome #SWFLPets #AdoptLove #GulfCoastHumaneSociety

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Gulf Coast Humane Society is dedicated to being a safe haven for pets in need by providing medical care, promoting adoptions, and nurturing the bond between pets and people in Southwest Florida.

Our shelter does not receive any federal, state, or county funding and no funding from the Humane Society of the United States or ASPCA. We rely solely on donations, grants, bequests, and fundraising events to further our mission as stated above.

We are the most tenured 501(c)3 nonprofit, no-kill, animal welfare organization established in 1947 in Southwest Florida.

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