Welcome to Alaqua
Shelter. Safety. Second Chances
Due to the approaching storm and anticipated severe weather, Alaqua Animal Refuge will be closed to the public on Friday, October 9th, and Saturday, October 10th.
The safety of our staff, volunteers, visitors, and animals is our highest priority. We appreciate your understanding as our team takes the necessary precautions to prepare for the storm. Please continue to follow Alaqua’s website and social media channels for any additional updates. Stay safe, and thank you for your continued support of Alaqua Animal Refuge.
Alaqua will be CLOSED to the public on Tuesday, October 27th for Staff Training.
Daily Operating Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 11am – 4pm
If you are interested in adopting an animal, please review our Adoption Guidelines.
Adopt a Pet
Our unique no-kill refuge has successfully found homes for thousands of once-abused, neglected and homeless animals since opening in 2007. Providing adoption services is not just our job, it is our mission, and matching the perfect pet with loving owners is our passion.
Difference Makers Video Podcast
Laurie Hood’s “Difference Makers” Video Podcast Series spotlights amazing individuals who have dedicated themselves to animal protection and safety. By interviewing these “difference makers” and sharing their stories, we hope to rally all animal lovers to create much needed and lasting change.
Animoré Magazine
Upcoming Events
We love getting together, especially for a great cause! Explore our calendar of upcoming events. We would love for you to join us!
How to Help
Our caring, compassionate and involved Alaqua Animal Refuge community provides strength, fuels our passion and supports our mission. Please consider becoming part of our community today. Whether you share your time, talents, resources or funds, there are many ways you can help us save the lives of animals in need.
Second Chances Start Here Capital Campaign
Since our founding in 2007, Alaqua’s original belief remains ever true and stronger today: Every abused, neglected and homeless animal deserves a second chance…of life, hope, happiness, and most of all, love. Find out more about our Capital Campaign to expand our Refuge and Sanctuary from 10 acres to 100-acres of donated land.
Donate
There are so many ways you can help us help the hundreds of homeless and abused animals that arrive at Alaqua Animal Refuge every year. From monetary gifts to time and talents, we truly appreciate every gift that helps us fulfill our mission.
