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Marion County Animal Services CAREs Program (pet pantry and keep-pets-home help)

What it is
Pet food and supplies
Who it helps
Marion County residents.
Where
Marion County residents
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Surrender-prevention help for Marion County pet owners: food from the shelter's pet pantry, minor medical coverage and vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, pet supplies and private rehoming resources.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

How to reach them

Where: 6405 W. Hwy 40, Ocala, FL

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Marion County residents.
  • How to get started: Email the MCAS CAREs program (address on the county's Rehoming Your Pet page) to discuss resources.

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Sources

Marion County Animal Services CAREs Program (pet pantry and keep-pets-home help) official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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