Tour Our Adoption Center
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Welcome
Welcome! The Animal Welfare League is located on Drance Street in Port Charlotte, FL, just off of Harborview Road.
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Adoption Center
We broke ground for our Adoption Center in 2005. The building was completed in the Spring of 2008.
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Front Desk
The front desk of our lobby is the center of all activity. The friendly staff will answer phone calls and assist customers all day long.
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Educational and Conference Center
Our Conference and Educational Center serves as the gathering place for a variety of activities and meetings throughout the year.
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Gift Shop
We have many items for sale in our Gift Shop, all at prices that can't be beat! We have many accessories for newly adopted pets.
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Cattery Rooms
We have two Cattery Rooms each with 16 Cat Suites and 2 Kitten Condos. Each cat suite has a bedroom and separate litter box room.
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Cat Colony Room
Our Adoption Center features two Cat Colony Rooms where felines are free to play, mingle, and meet new friends.
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Cat Colony Room 2
Each Cat Colony Room can house numerous cats. Cats are chosen carefully to ensure a safe environment where everyone gets along.
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Cat Walkways
Walkways connect each Cat Colony Room to our outdoor Oasis area. Cats can enter and exit freely during our normal business hours.
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The Oasis
The outdoor Oasis area allows our cats to safely explore the outdoors. Drinking fountains, tiki huts, and real trees are just some features.
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Cat Meet-and-Greet Rooms
Those interested in adopting can spend some one-on-one time with cats in our special Meet-and-Greet Rooms.
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Exam Room
The Exam/Treatment Room, where animals receive health checks and medications, is just one portion of our on-site Surgical Suite.
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Surgery Room
The Surgery Room is where numerous spay and neuter procedures take place each week. Other operations are also performed here.
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X-Ray Room
Our X-Ray room helps us diagnose broken bones in some of the animals that arrive at our facility which leads to proper treatment.
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Laundry Room
The many animals housed at our facility constantly need clean beds, blankets, and towels. Laundry is an ongoing process throughout the day.
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Grooming Area
Dogs are bathed and groomed in our Grooming Area to help them feel great and look their best for potential adopters.
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Feed Room
The Feed Room is where all meals and medications (if needed) are portioned prior to being served to our animals.
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Kennel Area
The Kennel Area houses our adoptable dogs and consists of 21 indoor/outdoor kennels in addition to our Puppy Room and Transition Room.
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Transition Room
The Transition Room consists of 5 cages and serves as a temporary holding place for dogs waiting to be altered.
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Puppy Room
The Puppy Room consists of 5 cages and holds puppies or small dogs. Each cage has a safety-glass door ensuring scenic views.
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Outdoor Kennel Area
Each of the 21 indoor dog kennels has a doorway leading to an outdoor kennel. Dogs can enjoy fresh air and sunshine during the day.
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Dog Exercise Runs
Behind our adoption center are 6 exercise runs where dogs are free to stretch their legs and socialize with other canine friends.
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Meet-and-Greet Pens
Our 2 Dog Meet-and-Greet pens allow those interested in adopting to spend some one-on-one time with any of our adoptable dogs.
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Beautiful Grounds
Our facility is situated on 4 beautiful acres. Volunteers and adoptable dogs are free to explore our grounds while enjoying a walk.
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Garden
Saint Francis, the Patron Saint of animals, watches over our quiet garden area.
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Popiel's Playpen
Popiel's Playpen provides a great place for dogs to play with and receive training from our many volunteers.
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Landscaping
All of our grounds are meticulously landscaped thanks to our volunteer Master Gardeners.
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Intake Building
Our Intake Building consists of kennels, hospital areas, and treatment rooms for animals waiting to move to our Adoption Center.
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