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FOR OVER 30 YEARS...
We've been on a
mission to
rescue and care
for homeless
cats & kittens
until we find them
loving homes.

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St. Francis Animal Rescue Receives $15,000 Grant from Bailey and Friends

We’re thrilled to announce that St. Francis Animal Rescue of Venice has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Bailey and Friends, a trust component of the Golisano Foundation. This funding will help expand spay/neuter and TNVR programs in Arcadia, Florida, reducing cat overpopulation and saving more feline lives across Southwest Florida.

Meet our Featured Feline...

Thomas!

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Thomas is every cat’s best friend — the social butterfly of the adoption floor. No matter who arrives, he’s the first to trot over, offer a friendly head-butt, and invite them to play. With other cats, he’s a total gentleman. With humans, though, he’s still figuring things out. Somewhere in his past, someone taught him that hands were toys, and he’s held onto that habit. He doesn’t bite and clearly means no harm, but he does swat or grab during play, so wand toys are his best outlet for now.

Because Thomas adores his feline friends so much, he must go home with a buddy — or to an adopter who already has a friendly cat waiting. He thrives with other cats and truly shines when he has a companion to guide and comfort him.

Thomas needs an experienced adopter who understands that good habits can be taught and that patience goes a long way. We always say there’s a perfect person for every animal — and Thomas is patiently waiting for the one who sees his potential and chooses him.

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We will help you find your purr-fect feline friend. Check out our cats available for adoption as well as resident cats you can sponsor

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Learn more about
St. Francis Animal Rescue of Venice

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Food Pantry Donations

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We accept donations for our food pantry to assist in feeding feral cats and for those who cannot afford cat food. Click the icons above to see our Wish Lists on Chewy and Amazon.
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Visit our Thrift Store!
Address: 1915 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice FL
               (next to our adoption site)

Phone:    941.485.2347
Hours:     Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm
 
Donations accepted: Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm
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Thank You to these organizations for their support of our mission!

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St. Francis Animal Rescue of Venice Inc.

A 501(c)3 Organization; EIN #65-0409317

1925 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Phone: 941.492.6200   🐾  Email: sfarvenice@gmail.com
Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5

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