Animal Services Announcements

From May 1 to 15 as part of "Empty the Shelters," MCAW will be offering $15 adoption fees for all pets. All adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip and rabies certificate (a value of over $300).

Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW) is helping connect pets with their “one-and-only.” There are some pets who want to be the only one in the household. These pets are great with their humans and have all the love in the world to give to you. In celebration of these solo pets, MCAW is running a special promotion starting on Valentine’s Day called "One & Only!" From February 14 to 18, adoption fees are waived for the pets in our adoption centers who prefer to be your special only pet.

Home for the Holidays is happening now. There’s still time to make this holiday season extra special for a shelter pet!

Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW) is getting ready for Dog Park Day Out at the Laurie Crawford Dog Park at G.T. Bray Park on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This exciting field trip for our pups to the Dog Park is FREE and open to the public, giving pet lovers an opportunity to experience the joy of playgroups with those adorable and adoptable dogs. These playgroups are the cornerstone of enrichment activities at MCAW.

With kennels that are already full of adoptable pups, and more dogs arriving daily, Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW) needs your help. That’s why, beginning today, adoption fees are being waived.

Starting November 1st, the Palmetto Adoption Center has new hours: Mon-Sat 12-6 and Sun 12-4. Come on down and pay us a visit — our cute and lovable pups are eager to meet you! Get more information at mymanatee.org/pets.

Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW) is celebrating Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month by waiving adoption fees throughout October for all dogs

Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW) will once again participate in “Clear the Shelters,” the annual, nationwide pet adoption drive, starting on Tuesday, August 1 and running through Thursday, August 31. For the entire month, adoption fees will be waived for all pets. Since its inception in 2015, Clear the Shelters has helped more than 860,000 pets find new homes.

$10 Kitten Adoptions This July

MCAW is waiving all adoption fees through Sunday, April 30. During this challenging time, MCAW is asking citizens to help by fostering dogs.

The “St. Pawtrick's Day” Adoption Promotion runs from Thursday, March 16 - Sunday, March 19. Adoption fees, for all pets at MCAW, will be waived during this limited time.

Come celebrate the Holiday Season with local shelter pets! Join Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW), Friends of Manatee County Animal Services (FoMCAS), and Best Friends Animal Society at the Best Friends Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 10th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

When you think about Thanksgiving, it's all about spending the holiday with family and friends. Sadly, many shelter pets spend the holidays alone in their kennels. Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW) wants to change that. This season, we believe every pet deserves a "Home for the Holidays," and MCAW is encouraging short-term fostering for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

Celebrate the Halloween Season with Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW)! Both Adoption Centers (Palmetto and Cat Town locations) will be staying open until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26. With over a 100 adoptable pets waiting for forever homes, MCAW invites you to come celebrate the spooky season by adopting a pet. All pet adoption fees, for both dogs and cats, are waived.

Manatee County has officially taken over the management and operation of the Bishop Animal Shelter from the Bishop Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Manatee County.

The “St. PETrick's Day” Adoption Promotion runs from Friday, March 11 - Sunday, March 20 at both MCAS locations. All pet adoption fees, for both dogs and cats, will be $10.

Manatee County's only open-admission shelter will offer waived adoption fees for six pets (referred to as “The Lonely Hearts Club”) who have been in the care of MCAS for extended periods of time. All other pets will have reduced adoption fees of $10 from February 12-18.

Holiday cheer and hope are in the air at Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS)! Every pet deserves a home for the holidays, and MCAS is presenting several options for how you can help our shelter animals this holiday season.

For the shelter dogs at Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS), there’s something special happening this October. No, it’s not spooky sweaters or Halloween treats—it’s the promise of a better life. October is Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month, which means it’s the perfect opportunity to help our homeless pets find loving, happy homes. Currently, MCAS has 92 dogs and 114 cats at the shelter.

Manatee County Animal Services and District 1 Commissioner James Satcher will host a free pet vaccination, microchip and licensing clinic for Manatee County pet owners on Friday, July 23 from 8 a.m. to noon at Rocky Bluff Library.

Building on the success of last month's free pet vaccination microchip and licensing clinic for Manatee County pet owners, Manatee County Animal Services MCAS will host two more free vet vaccination clinics later this month.

June is Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month! All cat & kitten adoption fees are half-off: $12.50 for cats, $25 for kittens. This promotion runs through June 30.

For three days only, Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) will be reducing adoption fees this Memorial Day Weekend. From Friday, May 28 - Sunday, May 30, all pet adoption fees will be $10 at both MCAS locations. Year-round, MCAS waives adoption fees for veterans, military and first responders.

With Hurricane Season starting in June, Manatee County Animal Services wants to make sure pet owners are prepared in the event of a disaster. Manatee County Animal Services and Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge are hosting a free pet vaccination, microchip and licensing clinic for Manatee County pet owners on Sunday, May 23.

With Mother's Day almost here, Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) is offering $10 adoption fees for all pets from Friday, May 7 - Thursday, May 13. Adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip and rabies certificate -- a value of over $300 in savings.

The “Feelin' Lucky” Adoption Promotion runs from Wednesday. March 17 - Wednesday, March 31 at both MCAS locations. All pet adoption fees, for both dogs and cats, will be $15.

In the spirit of the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday, Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) is offering fee-waived adoptions, in lieu of a donation to Friends of Manatee County Animal Services (FoMCAS), for all pets from February 13 - February 28. Adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip and rabies certificate -- a value of over $300 in savings. Manatee County residents are required to license their new pet for an additional $20. At the time of this release, MCAS has 47 dogs and 13 cats at the shelter.

Holiday cheer and hope are in the air at Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS)! Because every pet deserves a "Home for the Holidays," MCAS is presenting several options to help our shelter animals this holiday season: fee-waived adoptions, holiday fostering, and donations.

November is Adopt-A-Senior-Pet Month, and Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) is celebrating with waived adoption fees for all senior pets from November 1 - November 30.

October is Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month, which means it’s the perfect opportunity to help our homeless pets find loving, happy homes.For the entire month of October, adoption fees will be reduced to $25 for dogs, and $15 for cats and kittens.

Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) announced that it will join with News Channel 8 WFLA to host Clear the Shelters, the sixth annual nationwide pet adoption drive, from Saturday, August 1 - Monday, August 31. For the entire month, all adoption fees will be waived in lieu of a donation made to the Friends of Manatee County Animal Services (FoMCAS).

Manatee County Animal Services will give out free pet food, kitty litter and pet treats starting today, March 31 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m at Manatee County Cat Town, 216 6th Ave E, Bradenton. The freebies, donated by Florida State Animal Response Coalition, Chewy.com and the Greater Good, will be given out all this week (from 10-2 each weekday) while supplies last.

Manatee County Animal Services closed to the public on March 17 at 5:00 p.m. In an effort to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19), MCAS will be altering its operations with regards to intake at the center, in the community, and adoption of animals to patrons.

Spring brings savings and fun for pet lovers at MCAS! Feeling the luck of the Irish? With hundreds of loving, adoptable pets waiting to go to forever homes, Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) invites you to find your perfect pet during this one-day, reduced-fee adoption event.

Looking for companionship or a new best friend? With hundreds of loving, adoptable pets waiting to go to forever homes, Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) invites our community to find their perfect pet love match during this special, reduced-fee adoption event.

Score a Touchdown at Manatee County Animal Services this Super Bowl Weekend with Kitten Bowl VII! All pet adoptions are $7 for 4 days only!

Holiday cheer and hope are in the air at Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) this December! Because every animal deserves a loving family for the holidays, MCAS is presenting several options for people wanting to help our shelter animals this holiday season.

$10 Adoption Fees for All Senior Pets Through November 30 and All Aboard “The Foster Express”

It’s “ALL TREATS, NO TRICKS” at Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) from October 11 – 31. This isn’t a trick -- Adoption fees will be reduced to $10 for ALL dogs and cats! With hundreds of pets to choose from, treat your family to a new best friend…

Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) announced that it will join with News Channel 8 WFLA to host Clear the Shelters fifth annual nationwide pet adoption drive on Saturday, August 17. On this day, MCAS will offer waived pet adoption fees as part of the nationwide Clear the Shelters initiative that seeks to help families find and adopt homeless pets. Since 2015, Clear the Shelters has resulted in more than 256,688 pet adoptions nationwide.

The 5th Annual Adopt-A-Palooza will be held, Saturday, August 3rd at the Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Boulevard in Palmetto. Hours are 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission and parking are FREE.

Spring is in the air at the shelter with hundreds of loving, adoptable pets waiting to go to forever homes. Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) invites our community to find their perfect pet! From Tuesday, April 30th (National “Adopt-A-Shelter Pet Day”) and continuing through Monday, May 6th, it’s the MCAS Spring Fling where all pet adoption fees, for both dogs and cats, will be waived in lieu of a donation made to Friends of Manatee County Animal Services (FoMCAS.org), the shelter’s official 501c3 non-profit partner.

Feeling Lucky? Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) is hosting St. PET-rick’s Week with $10, $15, or $20 adoption fees for all dogs and cats from March 11-17. Every adopter will have the chance to try their luck to win a reduced adoption fee of $10, $15 or $20.

Author Talk and Book Signing with Animal Advocate Arin Greenwood

All pet adoption fees, for both dogs and cats, will be waived in lieu of a donation made to Friends of Manatee County Animal Services (FoMCAS), the shelter’s official 501c3 non-profit partner.

Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) will be open 7 days a week starting on November 1. No one wants to spend the holidays alone, including our homeless pets who are looking for a second chance at a forever home. Through no fault of their own, they have been rescued by MCAS and now await a warm bed to cuddle up in and have a loving family to call their own. MCAS hopes that extending to 7 days a week at the Palmetto Location, will make visiting the shelter easier during this already busy holiday season.

Manatee County Animal Services Invites You to “Fall in Love” In October

MCAS and WFLA-TV / News Channel 8 (“WFLA”) is excited to announce the return of the popular pet adoption drive, Clear the Shelters. Launching in August and culminating with ‘Clear the Shelters’ Day on Saturday, August 18, MCAS will be waiving adoption fees for all dogs and cats for this one day only. Manatee County residents are required to license their new pet for an additional $15 tag fee. All pets will be spayed or neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped.

Manatee County Holds 4th Annual Large Scale Adoption Event/ Adopt-A-Palooza – Manatee County’s Largest One Day Adoption and Pet Expo/ Co-hosted by Friends of Manatee County Animal Services

Summer of Savings On Pet Adoptions at MCAS: $4 Adoption Fees, Plus Fee-Waived and Reduced-Fee Options

Happy “Gotcha Day” is an event to commemorate the day new pet parents can say it was the day “We Gotcha from the Shelter” to their new four-legged family member.

June is Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month and Manatee County Animal Services (MCAS) is having a “Meow Luau” Promotion offering $30 adoption fees for a single cat/kitten and BOGO (2nd FREE) option starting today through June 30th.