Capital Campaign
Help Us Double Capacity to Serve Pets
To meet the growing demand for affordable veterinary services in Southwest Florida, we are launching the Paws for Wellness: Building a Healthier Tomorrow campaign — a bold step toward ensuring more pets receive the care they need by building the new Gulf Coast Humane Society Veterinary Clinic.
Adopt from GCHS Help Us to Serve Pets Our dogs and cats are eager to find their new best friend and our team is excited to help you decide which animal is the right fit for you and your lifestyle.
Give to GCHS
Be Their Lifeline
Gulf Coast Humane Society does not receive federal, state, or county funding. Every adoption, every medical treatment, and every second chance is made possible through the generosity of people like you.
Your support provides safety, healing, and hope for pets in need and helps strengthen the bond between animals and people across Southwest Florida.
Medical Clinics
Pet Services
Gulf Coast Humane Society is dedicated to being a safe haven for pets in need by providing medical care.
Our Programs
Help Us to Serve Pets
Programs offered by Gulf Coast Humane Society are designed to help up us achieve our mission of helping find loving homes and care for the pets of SWFL.
Resources
Help Us to Serve Pets
Gulf Coast Humane Society provides vital resources to our community every day. Our programs are designed to support our mission of ensuring pets across Southwest Florida receive compassionate care and find their way to loving homes.
About Us
A Mission to Serve Pets
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.
Join us for The Fast & the Furriest 2026 on Saturday, November 7, 2026! This year’s race will be held at Edison Mall in Fort Myers and will feature our classic 5K Run/Walk, plus plenty of wagging tails, community spirit, and good vibes.
ALL for a Great Cause
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Gulf Coast Humane Society, supporting our mission to care for and rehome thousands of animals every year. Your steps make a difference!
Whether you’re running for a personal best or strolling with your pup, The Fast & the Furriest is a fun, dog-friendly way to give back.
Don’t forget the pups! This race is dog-friendly, and we encourage you to bring your leashed, well-behaved pets to join in on the fun. Water bowls and treats will be available, and we’ll have photo ops to capture you and your furry friend on the run!
Interested in becoming an exhibitor? Please email triciam@gulfcoasthumanesociety.org or Click here.
Where: Edison Mall
Early Pickup
Coming Soon
Race Day Pickup
7:00 AM – 7:45 AM
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants (both two- and four-legged!), we kindly ask that you observe the following:
No Retractable Leashes: For everyone’s safety, only standard (non-retractable) leashes are permitted. Leashes should be no longer than 6 feet.
One Dog Per Runner/Walker: To ensure better control and safety, we ask that each participant bring only one dog.
Dogs Must Be Well-Behaved and Socialized: All dogs should be comfortable around crowds, other dogs, and loud noises.
Dogs Must Be Current on Vaccinations: Please ensure your pet is up to date on rabies and core vaccines.
No Aggressive Dogs: For the safety of others, dogs showing aggressive behavior will be asked to leave the event.
Clean-Up is a Must: Please come prepared to pick up after your, poop bags will be available on-site.
Hydration Stations: Water will be available for both pets and people throughout the course.
Event Staff Reserves the Right to Remove Any Participant (Human or Canine): If safety becomes a concern, we may ask a participant to step away from the event area.
Your donations will help us build the new Gulf Coast Humane Society Veterinary Clinic!
