Humane Society of Marion County Florida

03/22/2025

Meet CINDER BLOCK, a one-year-old weighing 57 lbs. She is a sweet companion, always ready to share a playful moment. Bursting with energy, CINDER BLOCK loves to talk to you! Though she is not a fan of cats, she adores humans and cannot wait to find her forever home. With CINDER BLOCK, you are not just adopting a pet, you are gaining a loyal friend, and family member. She promises a lifetime of love, laughter, and companionship. Do not miss the chance to welcome this beautiful soul into your life.

03/22/2025

We are at Jervey Gantt Aquatic Fun Center for Soggy Doggy Swim! We will have animals available for adoption from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM! Come check out our adoptable animals and watch the community’s dogs make a splash.

03/21/2025

Meet our , Sunny Boy! This sweet ray of sunshine is 5 years old and weighs 12 pounds. Sunny loves affection and the ultimate key to his heart is through cat nip. He may even show his gratitude through drool! Come meet this sweetheart at our Petco Cat Adoption Center!

03/21/2025

We will have animals available for adoption tomorrow at Soggy Doggy!

There's still time to register your pup for a fun day at the pool!

Let your dog make a splash at Jervey Gantt Aquatic Fun Center on Saturday, March 22. Cost is $10 per dog, and you must bring proof of current rabies, DHLP and Bordetella vaccinations. Spots are limited so be sure to register soon!

For more information or to register, check out our website ocalafl.gov/recpark

03/21/2025

🐶🐾IT’s FURRY FRIEND FRIDAY 🐾🐱

Meet SUNNY BOY! He a sweet playful cat who is really loving!

SUNNY BOY is looking for his FUR-EVER home 🏠 and is waiting for you right now at the Humane Society of Marion County!

Ask for Austin!

03/20/2025

This week, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Best Western Ocala Park Centre for their generous donation of towels, blankets, washcloths, and more! These essential items will go a long way in keeping our animals clean, comfortable, and cared for.

Support from businesses like Best Western makes a huge difference in the work we do. Their kindness helps ensure that every animal in our care has the warmth and comfort they deserve. Thank you, Best Western, for your generosity and for supporting our mission. We truly appreciate it!

03/19/2025

🐱 Meet Annie! This sweet and loving 7-year-old feline is looking for her forever home! 💕 Thanks to our partnership with the Humane Society of Marion County, we’re able to support our community by helping amazing pets like Annie find loving families.

At Florida Credit Union, we’re Community Proud—and that means making a difference where it matters most. Whether it’s through financial empowerment or helping furry friends find a home, we’re committed to strengthening our community. 🏡🐾 Could Annie be the perfect addition to your family? Visit HSMC to meet her today! ❤️

❌ Annie is NOT good with dogs
✅ Annie is good with children over 5

Learn more here: https://heyor.ca/NekyVP

03/19/2025

Check out our upcoming events:

Join us for the second annual Soggy Doggy Swim at Jervey Gantt Aquatic Fun Center on March 22nd! Small dogs are from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and the larger dogs swim time is from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Cost is $10 per dog, and you must bring proof of current rabies, DHLP and Bordetella vaccinations. Spots are limited so be sure to register soon! For more information or to register, check out the website: ocalafl.gov/recpark

We will be at Yard Stop March 28th and 29th for an Adoption Event! The Yard Stop Stop will have food, refreshments, and animals available for adoption. We will be there from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM!

Come out for excitement and fun for the whole family at Marion County Day on March 29th at the McPherson Complex! Help us celebrate Marion County's 180-year history from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. There will be a kid's zone including a bounce house and petting zoo, food trucks, live music, local arts and crafts, and tons of vendors! Admission is Free.

Thursday, April 3rd we will be having a dine and donate with Red Robin of Ocala! 20% of all food sales will be donated to the Humane Society. Please mention "Humane Society of Marion County" when ordering!

We have two programs for children, Doggone Good Reading and Meeting New Furr-ends that are hosted one to two Saturdays a month. Our upcoming dates are, April 5th, May 3rd, June 21st, July 19th, and August 2nd. To sign up for Doggone Good Reading, click the link: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/37122-doggone-good-reading To sign up for Meeting New Furrends, click the link: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/37124-meeting-new-furrends

Next Saturday, April 5th, is FREE First Saturday at the Appleton Museum of Art! Free admission all day, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. We will be bringing animals for adoption! Besides April 5th, we will be at the Appleton April on May 3rd and June 7th.

Join us on April 12th to celebrate National Pet Day with Lennar Ocala/Gainesville! Explore the beautiful new community, meet adoptable animals, enjoy FREE food from K-Dogs Red Hots, and so much more!

Follow us for more information on our Dog Mom 5K in May and our children's Summer Camp in June!

03/18/2025

Pre-sale tickets for our 2nd Annual Dog Mom 5K are live! Moms, Dads, Kids, and Furry Friends are all welcome to join us on Saturday, May 10th at 8:00 AM, at the Baseline Trail Head for a paws-itively fun run!

Pre-sale tickets are only $30! Click here to join our Dog Moms Paw-ty: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/37188-dog-mom-5k

03/17/2025

Our March Staff Member Spotlight is our wonderful Lead Veterinarian Technician, Bohdania! Bohdania was born in Ukraine and raised in New Jersey. She started her Veterinarian Technician career at a small animal hospital in the Virgin Islands. She knew she wanted to make a difference for animals since she was a child. We are so grateful to have Bohdania on our team, her dedication to the animals allows our shelter to make a difference in the community. Thank you for being a part of the HSMC Team!

03/16/2025

This is all about the one and only Sir William! Sir William is 5 years old and weighs 13 pounds. This dignified gentleman is polydactyl, meaning he has extra toes! He was found as a stray with ulcers on his lips and inside his mouth. After months of treatment, he recovered perfectly. Sir William loves to explore his surroundings but also loves cuddles on a comfy couch. We are happy to report that Sir William has found his forever family and has been adopted!

03/15/2025

Meet this week's , Boone, a lively 7 and a 1/2 year old. Despite his age, he has a youthful spirit. He weighs 42 lbs. & loves the company of both cats and dogs. He is a bit of a diamond in the rough, he will need a bit of training to polish his manners. But do not let that deter you, because he is eager to please. His new home should have a high sturdy fence; he is a bit of a curious fellow escaping to see what is going on in the rest of the hood. His friendly demeanor and love for fellow pets make him a wonderful addition to any family. Boone is a source of unconditional love.

03/15/2025

03/15/2025

It’s your lucky Saturday🍀 Art for Animals is back again at Fist City Tattoo‼️
Visit us today for our semi-annual tattoo charity event. All proceeds help the animals at the HSMC! Animals will be available for adoption until 4pm, all tattoos are cash only and first come first serve. Don’t miss your chance to get an exclusive AFA design, and visit the Fat Tiki food truck for a yummy lunch 🦀

Where❓1905 SW college Rd, Ocala FL.
When❓TODAY! 3/15 12pm until the list fills!
Why❓support the homeless pets at the HSMC!

03/14/2025

We have a sneak peek into a few of the animals that will be available for adoption on Saturday! We are open Monday - Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please click on each photo for more information about each animal.

To pre-fill out an application or see other animals available for adoption, please click the link: https://thehsmc.org/adopt/

03/14/2025

Cola is this week's ! She is available for adoption at our shelter. Come meet this sweetie today at 701 NW 14th Rd!

Hi, I'm Cola, I am 5 years and 4 months old. I weigh 13 pounds and have been at the shelter for 157 days! I came to the shelter with my sister, Pepsi, however, she was adopted in May. I am a quiet girl that can go home to a house with another cat as long as they don't bother me too much. I need someone patient who will give me time to settle in and feel comfortable. I cannot wait to meet you!

03/14/2025

🐶🐾IT’s FURRY FRIEND FRIDAY 🐾🐱

Meet FLUFFY! He a sweet mature dog who is really fluffy and loves humans, but not cats so much.

Fluffy is looking for his FUR-EVER home 🏠 and is waiting for you right now at the Humane Society of Marion County!

Ask for Austin!