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Abandoned Pet Rescue Inc

Fort Lauderdale's No-Kill Shelter

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Thank you for wanting to save lives by volunteering with Abandoned Pet Rescue

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (18+)

This application is for adults (18+) interested in volunteering at APR events and the shelter.

Please note: Volunteers under 18 are prohibited from volunteering with dogs in any capacity. This includes dog walking, grooming, and volunteering as an event assistant or dog transport/handler.

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

YOUTH VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (14-17)

YOUTH VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Note: The minimum age to volunteer is 14. Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and, in order for your application to be considered, one of the following forms must also be submitted along with your youth volunteer application:

YOUTH SUPERVISION COMPLIANCE FORM

This form is for parents/legal guardians who intend to accompany their youth for supervision purposes only.

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FOR ADULTS

This form is for parents/legal guardians accompanying a youth who also wish to volunteer.

FOSTER APPLICATION (21+)

Abandoned Pet Rescue’s Medical Adoption is a permanent or temporary home for a cat or dog with medical or behavioral special needs.

Thank you for helping a pet that needs extra love!

DOG FOSTER APPLICATION
CAT FOSTER APPLICATION

GROUP & CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING

A volunteer day is a great way to build teamwork while supporting our lifesaving mission. Your group/employees can assist Abandoned Pet Rescue staff with essential shelter tasks or special projects that benefit our pets and visitors that we couldn’t achieve without you.

LEARN MORE ABOUT GROUP VOLUNTEERING

If you have any questions, please email us at volunteer@abandonedpetrescue.org

DOG WALKING TRAINING AND ORIENTATION/

If you are applying to volunteer with dogs (e.g., dog walking, handling at events, grooming, etc.), you must complete the Dog Walking Training and Orientation.

Once your application is received, you will receive an email with a link to register for the next available session.

Dog Walking Training and Orientation sessions are held twice monthly.

CAT CARE ORIENTATION

If you are applying to volunteer with cats, you must complete the Cat Care Orientation.

Once your application is received, you will receive an email with a link to register for the next available session.

Cat Care Orientation sessions are held on the second Sunday of every month at 2:00 p.m.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT ABANDONED PET RESCUE

ADOPTION CENTER

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  • Pet Transporter

ANIMAL CARE

  • Pet Groomer / Bather
  • Dog Trainer
  • Dog Walker
  • Cat Enrichment
  • Cat / Dog Fostering

MARKETING & FUNDRAISING

  • Graphic Designer
  • Pet Photographer
  • Social Media Specialist
  • Grant Writer
  • Donor Solicitor

EVENTS

  • Event Coordinator
  • Committee Member
  • Cat / Dog Handler
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See Hope In Action

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We recently had an incredible turn out of American We recently had an incredible turn out of American Express employees that came for a day of service. American Express employees gave back through their Give 2Gether Program and PRIDE+ Network. 💙✨

They helped with beautification projects, bathing dogs, enrichment for our adoptable animals, and shelter chores. Thank you for coming to Abandoned Pet Rescue to help us with our mission! 🥰💕

Want to volunteer with your group? Visit abandonedpetrescue.org to see our volunteer opportunities! 🩷🩵 Abandoned Pet Rescue is a no-kill shelter in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #americanexpress #volunteer
Thank you @kilwinslasolas for stopping by Abandone Thank you @kilwinslasolas for stopping by Abandoned Pet Rescue so our adoptable dogs (and cats!) could indulge in a little sweet treat 🍦 while they wait for their forever homes! 💕

Enjoy ice cream with cute pups for a great way to spend Friday night! 🍨🐶💖 Stop by Kilwins on Las Olas to meet APR’s adoptable dogs and 10% of your purchase of sweet treats during the event will support our no-kill animal shelter.

Join us for Kilwins Dine & Donate this Friday, November 13th, 2026 from 7 PM – 9:00 PM at Kilwins Ice Cream (809 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301)!

Visit abandonedpetrescue.org to learn more about any of the dogs in this post or our upcoming events! 🩵🩷 Abandoned Pet Rescue is a no-kill shelter in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #dogs #icecream
Meet Shakira! With a name like Shakira, you know t Meet Shakira! With a name like Shakira, you know this little girl is going to have some serious star power! 🤩😻

If you haven’t seen Shakira, that’s because she’s been living in our adoption center with her buddy Gator, who needs a quiet place due to his heart condition. Gator is looking for a medical foster or adopter who can give him a calm home. 💕🏡

This gorgeous dilute tortie is as sweet as she is beautiful, with an affectionate personality that makes her impossible not to love. 🥰  Shakira adores her people and is always happy to soak up some attention, but she’s also a playful little girl who loves chasing toys, playing with her humans, and having fun with other kitties. She has the perfect mix of cuddly and playful, making her a wonderful companion for anyone looking for a loving feline friend. And just like her famous namesake, Shakira knows how to keep things entertaining! 😸✨

She’s ready to find her forever home and fill it with love, laughter, and plenty of tortie charm. To meet Shakira please fill out an adoption application at Abandonedpetrescue.org! 🩵🩷

Shakira is vaccinated, spayed, microchipped and ready for adoption at Abandoned Pet Rescue – a no-kill shelter in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #kitten #tortie
We are so grateful to our veterans. Thank you for We are so grateful to our veterans. Thank you for your service! Abandoned Pet Rescue offers a 10 percent discount off of our adoption fees for all military and first responders. These long time pet residents salute you! ❤️🤍💙 

To adopt Cooper, Coraline & Wybie (bonded pair), Amelia, or any of our other dogs or cats, visit abandonedpetrescue.org. 🩵🩷 Abandoned Pet Rescue is a no-kill shelter in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #veteransday #adopt
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