Animal House: Michael Bricker: Animal Care & Protective Services’ New Top Dog
Florida newcomer Michael “Mike” Bricker’s optimism and positivity was as welcome as his arrival in September 2023 when he took over as the new chief at Duval County Animal Care & Protective Services (ACPS). When Bricker first arrived, he noted the shelter’s lobby donation bins were often empty. While they are now overflowing with much-needed […]
Animal House: Kittens, Kitnapping & Krusaders
When a gorgeous, but gaunt, tabby cat with swirly fur appeared at Connie Williams’s home begging for food, Williams rushed to feed her distressed visitor. While the cat would approach and meow for food, it would run if Williams attempted to pet her. Thus began a daily routine between the nervous cat and the retired […]
Animal House: Disabled & Special Needs Pets Can Be Perfect Companions
Disabled and special needs pets can become the best companions of all, according to Jacksonville’s Animal Care & Protective Services (ACPS) staff, fosters, rescuers, and owners who share incredible stories. They describe these animals’ resilience and determination to heal, recover and adapt to challenges. Whether born with birth defects, chronic diseases, hit by cars, severely […]
ACPS SHELTER FULL: Critical Need for Adoptions & Fosters
At press time The Resident Community News staff learned that Jacksonville’s Animal Care & Protective Services shelter is completely full and in critical need of adopters and fosters. They have approximately 150 dogs available for immediate adoption, with more added daily. ACPS desperately needs the help of our caring community to adopt, foster, become a […]
Friends of Jacksonville Animals (FOJA) celebrates 4,000th shelter dog treated for heartworm disease
The nonprofit Friends of Jacksonville Animals (FOJA), has much to celebrate this holiday season. FOJA’s Heart Care Program has successfully treated the 4000th dog for heartworm disease, at Jacksonville’s Animal Care & Protective Services (ACPS). That special 4,000th dog, Elvis, has also been adopted. This healthy, happy ending is the goal for every shelter animal, […]
SENIOR PET ADOPTION
Animal rescuers are continuously amazed when mistreated or homeless animals, express unconditional willingness to embrace and deeply bond with adopters, despite past traumatic experiences. When a senior homeless pet catches the attention of a potential adopter, physically and emotionally they radiate joy if given another chance to spend their golden years safe and loved with […]
