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Sheltering Hands in Ocala, Florida

Directions (352) 840-0663 shelteringhands.org
Overview

About Sheltering Hands

Sheltering Hands is an animal shelter in Ocala, Marion County, Florida. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2007. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Marion County Animal Services, about 5.6 mi away.

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29.24755, -82.29119

Animals & services

What Sheltering Hands does

We have no confirmed information about the animals and services here yet. If you work or volunteer there, tell us what it offers.

  • Pet adoption Not available
  • Accepts owner surrenders Not available
  • Lost and found pets Not available
  • Foster program Not available
  • Volunteer program Not available
  • Spay and neuter clinic Not available
  • Vaccination clinic Not available
  • Microchipping Not available
  • No-kill (stated) Not available
  • Wheelchair accessible Not available
  • Dogs Not available
  • Cats Not available
  • Rabbits and small animals Not available
  • Birds Not available
  • Reptiles Not available
  • Horses Not available
  • Farm animals Not available
  • Wildlife Not available
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sheltering Hands located?

Sheltering Hands is at 10397 US-27, Ocala, FL 34482 in Marion County.

What are the hours of Sheltering Hands?

No opening hours are on record. Call at (352) 840-0663 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.

How do I adopt from Sheltering Hands?

Start on shelteringhands.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.

Can I surrender a pet to Sheltering Hands?

Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.

Are donations to Sheltering Hands tax-deductible?

Sheltering Hands matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 20-8941924), with reported annual revenue of about $1,407,185. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.

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