C.A.R.E. Animal Shelter (Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort, Inc.)

We are a non-profit, no-kill animal shelter for abused and abandoned cats and dogs, located in Ruskin, FL.

The mission of CARE is to help bring about a time when there are no more homeless pets, and when every cat or dog ever born can be guaranteed a good home with a loving family.

Adoption Policy

C.A.R.E. requires confirmation from your vet that all current (and prior pets) are up-to-date on vaccinations and Heartworm prevention (dogs)....

Stanley

How cute is this little 10 week old guy???? He is a new addition at our shelter and has quickly...

Charlie

Charlie has the most beautiful fur coat and he loves to have it petted. He is a very curious friendly...

Sienna

Sienna was found as a stray and was very timid when she arrived. She has quickly determined that we are...

Penny

She’s very playful puppy and now she is ready to go to a loving home! Penny has only been here...

Tanner

Tanner is a cute little guy who was brought to our shelter. We were able to determine that he had...

Max

Max came to our shelter with his brother. His brother has been adopted and Max is ready for his own...

Rheingold

Rheingold is a lovely little guy who was brought to us with his litter mates. We have nurtured and taken...

Guiness

Guiness is very gentle kitten. He is the only one of his brothers and sisters who is FIV positive. He...

Pepito

Pepito was found, by his previous owner, as a stray. He was in that home for one month when his...

Annie

Annie is a C.A.R.E. favorite and is well loved by us all! She loves attention from our dog handlers. She...