Volusia County and some local municipalities shifted responsibility for stray animal intake services.
Effective as of this month, Volusia County and several area municipalities shifted responsibility for stray animal intake services, as the decision follows months of discussion between local governments and Halifax Humane Society about developing a sustainable, long-term approach to caring for the community’s stray animals.
Community members who find stray animals should reference their city or county website – or the listing below – to locate the appropriate intake facility designated for their jurisdiction.
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Designated Stray Animal Care Providers by Service Area |
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Service Areas |
Organization |
Address |
Hours |
Phone |
Website |
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Deltona, Holly Hill, Orange |
Halifax Humane Society |
2364 LPGA |
12pm – |
(386) 274-4703 |
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New Smyrna Beach, Ponce |
Edgewater Animal |
605 Mango |
9am – 4pm, |
(386) 402-7476 |
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Daytona Beach Shores, |
Southeast Volusia |
1200 South |
11am – |
(386) 428-9860 |
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Unincorporated Volusia |
Volusia County Animal |
2120 E. |
8am – 4pm, |
(386) 248-1790 |
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City of Daytona Beach |
New Hope Animal Shelter |
800 Humane |
9am – |
(386) 734-2450 |
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This transition reflects local governments’ commitment to create a model similar to 57 other Florida counties that have established their own government-supported stray animal facilities. Conversations began in April, with suggestions ranging from a one-year to three-year plan for the county to construct its own dedicated sheltering facility.
With municipal and county governments expanding their roles in these areas, Halifax Humane Society remains deeply committed to its mission to support the welfare of animals and people. The organization said it will continue to lead proactive efforts to prevent animal homelessness and strengthen families, including:
- Lost pet reunification services
- Affordable veterinary care, including spay/neuter
- Adoption services for healthy pets
- Behavioral support and training programs
Halifax Humane Society will also continue to assist law enforcement with animals involved in cruelty investigations, seizures and custody impounds, and will partner with government-run shelters to accept adoptable pets as capacity allows.
“This transition underscores the growing commitment across our region to find sustainable, community-based solutions for animal care,” said Sean Hawkins, CAWA, CFRE, Chief Executive Officer of Halifax Humane Society. “We remain dedicated to saving lives through prevention, support, and compassion for pets and the people who love them.”
For more information, visit Halifax Humane Society.
